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West, Alexandra A. – Canadian Modern Language Review, 1985
The University of Calgary's response to requests from the Canadian Parents for French for a review of bilingual opportunities at the institution is chronicled. The response is analyzed in terms of the financial and pedagogical problems operative on the postsecondary level. (MSE)
Descriptors: Bilingual Education, College Second Language Programs, Educational Demand, Foreign Countries

Obadia, Andre A. – Canadian Modern Language Review, 1981
Describes the remarkable expansion of French immersion programs in Canada during the last fifteen years, stating that this "quiet revolution" of bilingualism among English-speaking Canadians has occurred in spite of various administrative, financial, pedagogical, and sociopolitical problems. Emphasizes that improvement is still needed in…
Descriptors: Bilingual Education, Bilingualism, Boards of Education, Elementary Education

Annandale, Eric – Canadian Modern Language Review, 1985
Discusses the increased demand for French immersion teachers, the concomitant demand for improved teacher education programs, and the joint efforts of the University of Manitoba's faculty of education and French department to create a course for senior students and practicing teachers to meet these needs. (MSE)
Descriptors: Course Content, Foreign Countries, French, Immersion Programs

Shapson, Stan M. – Canadian Modern Language Review, 1982
Some features of a British Columbia provincial evaluation of elementary core French programs are described and selected examples are used to illustrate the ways the results have been used in individual school districts for program improvements. (Author/MSE)
Descriptors: Core Curriculum, Elementary Education, Elementary School Curriculum, Evaluation Methods
Roessingh, Hetty – Canadian Modern Language Review, 2004
Over the past decade there has been increased pressure in the public discourse for accountability in educational outcomes. There has been a growing sense that ESL students are not being well served by the delivery of supports meant to facilitate their development of English language acquisition and enable them to participate with their classmates…
Descriptors: Program Design, Educational Objectives, Low Achievement, Outcomes of Education