Characterizes the situation regarding the Gaelic language in Great Britain today, and sketches, by means of examples, some characteristic differences between Gaelic and English, pointing out also certain peculiarities in the field of area studies. (IFS/WGA)

Discusses the area studies aspect of foreign language teaching and suggests the sound-picture show as an effective medium. Advantages and disadvantages are discussed. Detailed technical and methodological suggestions are given for constructing a sound-picture show during a sojourn in England. (IFS/WGA)

In preparation for the Silver Jubilee of Queen Elizabeth, some of the wax figure scenes of the royal family at Madame Tussaud's Waxworks are being renewed. A bit of the history of Tussaud's is given. The most popular exhibits are named, and technical details are added. (IFS/WGA)

Finds that the English today are guilty of negligence in daily social relationships; good behavior is no longer "typically English." (IFS/WGA)

Assuming that ability to communicate is the main goal of foreign language teaching, the article examines a textbook dialogue for its authenticity. An improved version is printed beside the original, and justifications for the changes are given. (Text is in German.) (IFS/WGA)

Examines a number of English teaching textbooks for the terminal junior high school with respect to their culture content, finding overemphasis on London and on history, with too little attention to present-day problems, including daily life in school. Recommends more emphasis on cognitive learning. (Text is in German.) (IFS/WGA)

Recommends an English children's book series, giving long quotations, and offering appropriate teaching hints for work in area studies. (IFS/WGA)

Offers lists of goals and criteria and refers to various approaches to the teaching of area/culture studies. Concludes that such studies have only an ancillary function in FL teaching, where the primary goal is achieving ability to communicate. (Text is in German.) (IFS/WGA)

Various basic questions are posed concerning area studies. Taking as an example the textbook "English H 4," comment is made on the relation between language teaching and area studies in the Hauptschule ("terminal" junior high school), on the teacher's handbook, and on forming stereotypes. (Text is in German.) (IFS/WGA)

As an aid in teaching ESL (English as a second language) area studies, this article presents information on American Indians, including economic aspects, original Indian attitudes toward land and property, the Indian Wars, and the ambiguous policy of the government toward Indian protection and assimilation. (IFS/WGA)

Advocates the use of sociological topics, such as North American Indians, in teaching English in Grades 5-10. Criticizes five texts currently used in various types of German schools for their stereotyped approach, and suggests certain supplementary texts as antidotes. (Text is in German.) (IFS/WGA)