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Nadel, Elizabeth; And Others – Anthropological Linguistics, 1977
This study of the role and use of English in Israel was conducted in 1973. Sources used were census figures, personal interviews, surveys, and personal observations. It is concluded that exposure to English is increasing and that Israelis do not seem opposed to this, as Hebrew retains its prominence. (Author/RM)
Descriptors: English (Second Language), Language Attitudes, Language Instruction, Language Planning
McCulloch, John I. B., Ed. – 1970
This newsletter discusses the teaching and role of English around the world. Articles also cover English-language media in a given country, and the opportunity and need for understanding and speaking English in that country. This particular issue contains items on English-language education and use in Malaysia, Singapore, Israel, Jordan, Tunisia,…
Descriptors: Educational Programs, English (Second Language), Foreign Countries, Foreign Culture
Rabin, Chaim – 1976
One of the main problems Israeli language planning has focused on is the linguistic integration of newcomers and of not-so-recent immigrants whose linguistic adaptation has been slow. The bodies active in this are the Section of Adult Education of the Ministry of Education and Culture, the Ministry of Absorption, and the Jewish Agency for Israel.…
Descriptors: Arabic, Diacritical Marking, Hebrew, Language Instruction
British Council, London (England). English-Teaching Information Centre. – 1976
This is a summary in outline form of the English language teaching situation in Israel. In considering the situation of English in Israel, it is essential to also consider the unique linguistic and cultural situation of the country. The population of Israel comprises people of diverse linguistic and cultural backgrounds, and includes native…
Descriptors: Educational Policy, Elementary Secondary Education, English Literature, English (Second Language)
Gotthold, Y.; Gefen, R. – English Teachers' Journal (Israel), 1975
An experiment was conducted to determine the possibility of adding a listening comprehension test to the English matriculation exam in Israel. The testing method and teachers' and pupils' reactions are noted, and the test itself is included. (Available from English Inspectorate, Ministry of Education and Culture, P. O. Box 292, Jerusalem, Israel.)…
Descriptors: Admission (School), English (Second Language), Language Instruction, Language Skills
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Whitney, Norman F. – System, 1975
A report on an intensive training program on language laboratory use for English teachers in Israel. The course devotes itself to "problems and principals": lab conditions, drills, testing, etc., to "materials": speaking, structure, etc. and to a technical workshop: recording, editing, etc. (SC)
Descriptors: Audiovisual Centers, Laboratory Equipment, Language Instruction, Language Laboratories
Whiteson, Valerie – 1977
The introduction of a listening comprehension component in the Israeli Matriculation examination of English as a Foreign Language has necessitated research into more effective methods of testing listening comprehension. Oral proficiency has been part of the examination for some time, but more reliable methods of evaluating the test are needed. An…
Descriptors: Communicative Competence (Languages), English (Second Language), Group Testing, Higher Education
Whiteson, Valerie – English Teachers' Journal (Israel), 1975
Emphasizes the necessity of teaching listening comprehension along with written language skills in English as a second language. (Available from English Inspectorate, Ministry of Education and Culture, P. O. Box 292, Jerusalem, Israel.) (CHK)
Descriptors: English (Second Language), Language Instruction, Language Skills, Listening Comprehension
Gefen, Raphael – Audio-Visual Language Journal, 1974
Describes the new syllabus used for teaching English to secondary school students in Israel. (Author)
Descriptors: Curriculum Design, Curriculum Guides, English (Second Language), Language Instruction
Elammy, Mella – English Teachers' Journal (Israel), 1975
When English is taught as a second language in grade 4 in Israeli schools, the emphasis is on listening and speaking. Efforts are made to include varied and interesting activities using games, songs, plays, and records. (Available from English Inspectorate, Ministry of Education and Culture, P. O. Box 292, Jerusalem, Israel.) (CHK)
Descriptors: Class Activities, Educational Games, Elementary Education, English (Second Language)
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Rosenblum, William – System, 1977
Ways in which the language laboratory may supplement classroom recitations of university students in the intermediate level of English as a foreign language at Bar Ilan University in Israel are presented here. The goal is to increase reading comprehension for bibliographies in students' major courses of study. (CHK)
Descriptors: English (Second Language), Higher Education, Language Instruction, Language Laboratories
Oskarsson, Mats – 1978
This study was designed to outline possible forms of guided self-assessment in adult language learning and to suggest steps that might be taken in order to further develop methods judged to be suitable for use within the European unit/credit scheme for foreign language learning by adults. The report includes a review of relevant literature and…
Descriptors: Accountability, Adult Education, Adult Students, Educational Assessment
Harari, Esther – English Teachers' Journal (Israel), 1975
This report concerns teaching English in Israeli schools to culturally deprived C-D level students. Discussion centers on problems of dropping out of the program, problems of grouping by achievement, and suggested solutions to these. (Available from English Inspectorate, Ministry of Education and Culture, P. O. Box 292, Jerusalem, Israel.) (CHK)
Descriptors: Academic Achievement, Classification, Compensatory Education, Disadvantaged
Furst, Marion – English Teachers' Journal (Israel), 1975
Advocates the use of little puppet plays for teaching English as a foreign language to elementary school children. (Available from English Inspectorate, Ministry of Education and Culture, P. O. Box 292, Jerusalem, Israel.) (CHK)
Descriptors: Audiovisual Aids, Dramatic Play, Elementary Education, English (Second Language)
Olshtain, Elite – English Teachers' Journal (Israel), 1975
The text for an intensive reading program should be interesting, introduce vocabulary and contain special comprehension activities. This paper discusses a teacher's introduction of such a text, its reading in class, and subsequent question and answer sessions. (Available from English Inspectorate, Ministry of Education and Culture, P. O. Box 292,…
Descriptors: English (Second Language), Instructional Materials, Language Instruction, Reading Instruction
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