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Direct linkKibler, Amanda K.; Valdés, Guadalupe – Modern Language Journal, 2016
Through examination of one recently manufactured term for language learners (Long-term English Learners) and review of a century of "MLJ" articles, we examine varying "socioinstitutional" conceptualizations of second/foreign/heritage language learners as shaped by educational institutions and related stakeholders over time,…
Descriptors: Second Language Learning, Second Language Instruction, Definitions, Teaching Methods
Norris, John M. – Modern Language Journal, 2013
The issue and commentary papers in this "Perspectives" column address one use of assessments--speaking and writing proficiency assessments based on the American Council on the Teaching of Foreign Languages (ACTFL, 2012) Proficiency Guidelines--as a means for establishing and maintaining one important competency standard for world…
Descriptors: Second Language Instruction, Second Language Learning, Language Teachers, Teacher Certification
Taylor, Carolyn; Lafayette, Robert – Modern Language Journal, 2010
The No Child Left Behind Act of 2001 established foreign languages as a core curricular content area; however, instructional emphasis continues to be placed on curricular areas that factor into state educational accountability programs. The present study explored whether foreign language study of first-year Grade 3 foreign language students who…
Descriptors: Federal Legislation, Educational Assessment, Academic Achievement, Second Language Learning
Peer reviewedSteiner, Florence – Modern Language Journal, 1971
Paper presented at the third meeting of the Central States Conference on the Teaching of Foreign Languages, April 15-17, 1971, in Detroit, Michigan. (DS)
Descriptors: Accountability, Behavioral Objectives, Class Activities, Educational Policy
Peer reviewedGrittner, Frank M. – Modern Language Journal, 1973
Criticizes educational "bandwagon" movements developed by "barbarians" who exploit and manipulate students while rejecting the learning principles characteristic of humanistic education. (RL)
Descriptors: Accountability, Affective Objectives, Career Education, Cognitive Development
