This publication is the fourth report of a survey of Luso-Brazilian studies being conducted in the United States. The object of the survey is to determine the extent to which the Portuguese language and Luso-Brazilian studies are taught in the United States. Three hundred and twenty institutions are listed by state with the following information…

This marketing research project was undertaken to provide the International Institute of the University of Dallas with information regarding the career perception of foreign language majors for its use in recruitment for the International Management Program. Students from Arkansas, Louisiana, Oklahoma, and Texas were included in the study. Primary…

Trends in foreign language study in American colleges since 1955 are outlined, and the role of foreign language study in its present context is described. (RM)

Describes an experimental intersession program in which American undergraduates were taught Quebec French in Quebec. (AM)

The study-abroad trip can contribute vitally to the success of a foreign language program, providing strong motivation for students, cultural awareness for parents and the community, and increased visibility for the foreign language department. (Author)

A survey is reported investigating the outlook of teachers and administrators on the growth potential of the field of Slavic languages and literature and providing a body of data on major programs in the United States. A questionnaire was mailed to the heads of 26 departments in spring 1975. (RM)

A language program is proposed in which the chief emphasis is on developing reading skills and vocabulary in humanistic and scientific studies. (CHK)

Describes a college-based, inservice teacher education program for high school language teachers. (CHK)

Describes an apparently very successful study program for Americans, conducted by Michigan State University in Mayen, Rheinland-Pfalz. The small (pop. 22,000) non-university city offered many advantages, including relatively low living costs. All students lived with German families. Various contacts are described, including weekend trips. (Text is…

Reasons for the current decline in foreign language study are discussed, and changes in foreign language departments necessary for their survival and growth are suggested. (RM)

A decision to eliminate the language requirement at Queenstown University is discussed. The inseparability of a language and its social culture is argued. Conditions necessary for learning a foreign language are described. The importance of the achievement of biculturalism by the student is argued. (RM)

Discusses a two-year sequence in computer studies offered by the Foreign Language Department at the State University College of New York at Cortland. (DD)

Focuses on the declining enrollment trends at the undergraduate level and expanding number of masters and doctoral programs at the graduate level of instruction. (RL)