This paper explores the need for radical reform in the training of foreign language teachers. This change would provide language teachers with an understanding of the social and psychological aspects of language learning, especially motivation; the nature of linguisitc systems and how individuals create and use them; and the relationship of…

This is an integrated, classified listing of 18,321 Ph.D. dissertations, prepared so that doctoral students in English or American literature could determine whether or not their potential dissertation topic had been treated in the United States, Britain, or Germany. Subject classification headings also include sections for some dissertations in…

A committee was formed in Great Britain to consider proposals made for examining sixth form pupils in the use of the English language for purposes of university matriculation and to consider what changes may be desirable in the examination of English at ordinary level. Conclusions and recommendations resulting from the formation of this committee…