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Serafini, Donella – Francais dans le Monde, 1989
Classroom simulation of a hotel is proposed as a motivating method for functional language learning. Related activities and exercises are outlined. (MSE)
Descriptors: Class Activities, Classroom Techniques, Cultural Awareness, Cultural Education

Weissenrieder, Maureen – OMLTA Journal, 1985
The problem of teaching the use of the verbs "ser" and "estar" in Spanish can be only partially addressed by current linguistic explanations. In the absence of rules that will enable the student to predict correct sentences using the verbs, the most effective teaching technique is to use a situational-functional approach providing students with…
Descriptors: Class Activities, Classroom Techniques, Descriptive Linguistics, Educational Strategies
Charotte, Jacky – Francais dans le Monde, 1981
Argues that the success of a language course is determined by the teaching method, rather than by instructional materials. Accordingly, suggests a variety of strategies for the notional functional exploitation of traditional texts, and outlines classroom activities apt to encourage communicative competence. (MES)
Descriptors: Class Activities, Classroom Techniques, Communicative Competence (Languages), French
Morley, Joan – 1984
An examination of materials development for independent study in listening comprehension of English as a second language (ESL) begins with an outline of current directions in second language instruction. The discussion that follows has two parts. The first is a review of some changing perspectives on the role of listening in language learning and…
Descriptors: Auditory Discrimination, Class Activities, Classroom Techniques, English (Second Language)
Cross Currents, 1985
The following articles are included in this number: "The Compatibility of the Natural Approach and the Communicative Approach," by R. J. Fand; "Teaching Nonverbal Communication Patterns in the ESL Classroom," by K. L. Fitch; "Metacommunication in Accommodated Community Language Learning," by P. G. La Forge; "Content in Composition Courses: Women's…
Descriptors: Book Reviews, Class Activities, Classroom Techniques, Communicative Competence (Languages)

Cramer, Hazel; Terrio, Susan – French Review, 1985
Recommended materials, assignment formats, and strategies for a course emphasizing development of functional proficiency in commercial French and focusing on three areas (context, practice, and verification) are outlined, including lectures, abstracting of readings, readings, long-term projects, and weekly projects. (MSE)
Descriptors: Assignments, Business Communication, Class Activities, Classroom Techniques
Reyes, Andy F. – 1989
The manual is intended for teachers in workplace English-as-a-Second-Language (ESL) programs, and contains ideas and techniques that both experienced and less experienced teachers in a wide variety of workplace ESL classes might find helpful. Sections address the following topics: (1) helpful hints for creating a successful educational environment…
Descriptors: Check Lists, Class Activities, Classroom Techniques, Dialogs (Language)
Fallon, Gerald; Morse, Marie – 1988
Alberta's teaching guide for upper-elementary French immersion instruction provides assistance in integrating notional program content with communicative language techniques. It does not provide content material, but focuses on techniques for enhancing instruction of both receptive (reading and listening) and productive (writing and speaking)…
Descriptors: Class Activities, Classroom Techniques, Communicative Competence (Languages), Curriculum Development
Rodriguez Pino, Cecilia, Ed. – Teaching Spanish to Native Speakers of Spanish Newsletter, 1994
The newsletter is devoted to description of a 5-day conference on "Teaching Spanish to Southwest Hispanic Students" funded by the National Endowment for the Humanities and held at New Mexico State University on July 14-19, 1993. It lists the middle and high school teachers from Arizona, California, New Mexico, Nevada, and Texas who…
Descriptors: Class Activities, Classroom Techniques, Code Switching (Language), Communication Apprehension
Richard-Amato, Patricia A. – 1988
A discussion linking theory and practice in second language instruction focuses on ways of providing opportunities for meaningful interaction in language classrooms. The first part lays a theoretical foundation, looking at: the variety and evolution of instructional approaches from grammar-based to communicative; the classroom as environment for…
Descriptors: Academic Achievement, Anxiety, Bilingualism, Class Activities