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The Intercultural Approach in a Hong Kong Academic Setting
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Cabau, Béatrice – Language Learning Journal, 2015
This article examines the various educational paradigms used in the design of a European studies undergraduate programme in Hong Kong to enhance the acquisition of intercultural competences (IC) among students. The intercultural approach is supported by intensive foreign language (FL) learning and is motivated by a compulsory full year academic…
Descriptors: Cultural Awareness, Undergraduate Students, Self Concept, Case Studies
Literature in the Modern Languages Curriculum of British Universities.
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Bayley, Susan N. – Language Learning Journal, 1994
Examines the changes in the literature department of modern language curriculum and assesses their significance in terms of the past and future of literature as a component of the modern languages degree. The teaching of literature is trying to serve two masters: liberal humanism and utilitarianism. (32 references) (CK)
Descriptors: Change Agents, Course Content, Course Objectives, Curriculum Design
Language Learning and Literary Studies.
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Hambrook, Glyn – Language Learning Journal, 1994
Examines the criterion according to which the value of literary studies has been measured. The impact of new methodologies for the study of literature and the extension of culturally oriented studies to include more contemporary literature, film, and texts have greatly facilitated collaboration with language learning. (four references) (CK)
Descriptors: Contemporary Literature, Course Content, Cultural Awareness, Foreign Countries
Language Learning and the "Weak" Advanced Student.
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Bushell, Anthony – Language Learning Journal, 1995
Discusses the dichotomy between traditional expectations of advanced courses and the actual capabilities of many of the present generation of language students. One result of this dichotomy has been the disappearance of medieval and philological studies from the teaching programs of most modern- language degree schemes in the United Kingdom. (CK)
Descriptors: Advanced Students, Computer Assisted Instruction, Course Content, Foreign Countries
The Future of Arabic Studies in Britain.
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Byram, M. S.; And Others – Language Learning Journal, 1995
Presents the results of research designed to explore the possibilities of expanding the number of students in Arabic studies departments and to develop recommendations for admissions policies and course structures. There is a need for cooperation among Arabic departments on innovation in language teaching and for an improved image of Arabic…
Descriptors: Admission Criteria, Arabic, Course Content, Curriculum Design
Spanish Teaching in One County.
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Wilson, Ann – Language Learning Journal, 1993
Investigates the institutions in Cheshire, England, where Spanish is taught. The method involves a survey by questionnaire of 16 Comprehensive schools, 3 VI Form Colleges, and 5 Colleges of Further Education. Of the 24 institutions sent questionnaires, 79% were returned and analyzed. Results are provided. (four references) (CK)
Descriptors: Course Content, Course Evaluation, Curriculum Development, Data Collection
Language Skills, Course Development, and the Year Abroad.
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Davie, James – Language Learning Journal, 1996
Discusses a survey of college students who studied abroad in a Russian-speaking country and were asked questions concerning program content and motivational factors. Students indicated that they were not prepared well enough for the year abroad and have definite ideas about how to improve the content and orientation of Russian-language courses.…
Descriptors: Change Strategies, College Students, Course Content, Educational Technology