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An Evaluation of the Foreign Language Placement Program at the University of Maryland.

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Van Arsdale, Peter W.; And Others – 1970

Relationships between Modern Language Aptitude (MLA) test scores and grades for French, German, and Spanish were determined. Analyses within courses 01, 05, 06, 07, and 11 were conducted. Successful and unsuccessful students and their MLA scores were identified in each course. Results indicated that placement was generally more successful in the…

Descriptors: Academic Achievement, Aptitude Tests, College Language Programs, College Students

Psychological Considerations in Setting Aims for Foreign Language Teaching.

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Carroll, J.B. – 1968

The paper considers the results of theory and research in the psychological aspects of foreign language teaching as sources of guidance in making sound eucational decisions concerning the aims of language teaching at all levels. Major attention is given to the suggestion offered by research findings that language aptitude depends upon a somewhat…

Descriptors: Age Groups, Aptitude Tests, Decision Making, Deduction