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Inman, Peter – Guidelines: A Periodical for Classroom Language Teachers, 1988
The need for uncomplicated and inexpensive language learning materials is noted, and several examples are described: "real items" such as the contents of a drawer; newspapers and magazines; and sets of instructions. Ways to use each in the classroom are discussed. (LB)
Descriptors: Classroom Techniques, Cost Effectiveness, Current Events, Foreign Countries
Gaskell, Ralph – Audio-Visual Language Journal, 1977
In order to derive the greatest benefit from French texts, instruction should be in three phases: Discovering the text and collecting information; sorting and practicing language items; integrating old and new vocabulary and language. Examples of discussion and test questions relating to certain texts are included. (CHK)
Descriptors: Foreign Language Films, Foreign Language Periodicals, Language Instruction, Language Skills
Bellos, Susan – English Teachers' Journal (Israel), 1992
The "hot potato technique" (HPT) is described as an effective way to engage high school English-language students in class discussions. HPT involves using newspapers and magazines to stimulate participation. (LB)
Descriptors: Class Activities, Controversial Issues (Course Content), Discussion (Teaching Technique), English (Second Language)
Peer reviewedFoster, Stephen J. – French Review, 1979
Describes a course designed to teach reading proficiency in French to non-majors in graduate programs. The method is based on the reading and translation of articles in the student's field of interest. (AM)
Descriptors: Course Descriptions, Foreign Language Periodicals, French, Graduate Study
Download full textAlberta Dept. of Education, Edmonton. Language Services Branch. – 1992
This annotated bibliography of instructional resources for Alberta (Canada) introductory French second language teaching in early childhood, elementary, and secondary education consists of citations in 10 categories: audio/video recordings; communicative activity resources (primarily texts and workbooks); dictionaries and vocabulary handbooks;…
Descriptors: Annotated Bibliographies, Audiotape Recordings, Audiovisual Aids, Communicative Competence (Languages)
