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Peer reviewedBunker, Duane F. – Foreign Language Annals, 1982
Describes new approach to use of audio-motor unit as listening comprehension strategy composed of a series of oral commands which elicit physical responses. Proposes using these units in language lab in order to conserve time and have an objective means of evaluating units. (Author/BK)
Descriptors: Audiolingual Methods, Language Laboratories, Listening Comprehension, Second Language Instruction
Peer reviewedBaddock, B. J. – English Language Teaching Journal, 1981
Suggests teaching communication has led to wider use of communicative activities to create contexts for English uses. Cites use of music and photographs as valuable tools for stimulating conversation. (BK)
Descriptors: Communicative Competence (Languages), English (Second Language), Language Laboratories, Music
Download full textEllington, Henry – 1987
A sequel to the booklet "A Review of the Different Types of Instructional Materials Available to Teachers and Lecturers," this booklet begins by looking at how audio materials can be used in different types of instructional situations, i.e., mass instruction, individualized learning, and group learning. The basic principles of sound recording and…
Descriptors: Audiotape Recorders, Audiotape Recordings, Foreign Countries, Higher Education
Hutchinson, Joseph C. – Office of Education, US Department of Health, Education, and Welfare, 1961
Title III of the National Defense Education Act of 1958 authorized a program of financial assistance of State educational agencies for projects of local educational agencies for the acquisition of laboratory or other special equipment needed in the teaching of modern foreign languages and for minor remodeling of laboratory or other space to be…
Descriptors: Guidelines, Teaching Methods, Second Language Instruction, Language Laboratories
Vanasco, Lourdes C. – 1994
This paper discusses the importance of listening comprehension in the learning of English as a Second Language (ESL). It is argued that more emphasis needs to be given to the neglected skills of listening comprehension, since most training in oral communication at the secondary and college level focuses on effective speaking. The paper outlines…
Descriptors: Auditory Discrimination, English (Second Language), Higher Education, Instructional Materials
Hayes, Alfred S. – Office of Education, US Department of Health, Education, and Welfare, 1963
During the past fifteen years, educators and electronics specialists have been experimenting with language facilities, usually by modifying equipment components which were originally designed for other purposes. The rapid growth, wide diversity, and newness of these electronic aids to language learning have created the need for a study of the most…
Descriptors: Educational History, Guides, Language Laboratories, Educational Technology
Moldstad, John A. – Office of Education, US Department of Health, Education, and Welfare, 1963
The purpose of this annotated guide is to assist educators in locating sources of information leading to the more effective use of educational media in teaching and learning situations. Its 6 parts provide: (1) published lists of new educational media--motion pictures, filmstrips, and records, tapes and transcriptions; (2) information about…
Descriptors: Educational History, Guides, Educational Resources, Information Sources
