This essay presents a model for an intensive course in French designed for pupils of approximately age 16. The student devotes himself for two periods of 14 days each, morning and afternoon, exclusively to learning the foreign language. Each intensive phase is followed by half a school year of a language training phase. (Text is in German.)…

The second-year French course at Dalhousie University was divided into two semesters and redesignated as separate, half-credit courses, allowing science students to complete the basic program in less than two years and allowing the others more options for the second semester. (RM)

Outlines the goals and content of the syllabus aimed at developing reading and listening comprehension in a beginners' course in German. Types of written and spoken texts; language register used; language structure patterns desired; lexis and vocabulary; and language function are discussed as they are included in the syllabus. (CHK)

In Britain the reorganization of secondary schools, curriculum reform and the consequent language offerings to pupils of all abilities has resulted in questioning and experimentation. Changes in time tables and teacher allocation at a London comprehensive school are described. A multi-media French course called "Eclair" is also…

Describes the materials, scheduling, testing, classroom activities, and teaching assistantships in a flexible two-semester program. Student attitudes and attrition are also discussed. (DB)

The A-level French syllabus is criticized for its emphasis on translation and its failure to teach the language as a contemporary medium of communication. A curriculum guide is presented based on the layout, development and history of Paris and French society. (CHK)

Argues that revision of the sixth-form French curriculum should not exclude literature, but should include a French reading program with a variety of books that encourage the student to enjoy reading. Set authors and books for the A-level exams receive longer explanation and discussion. (CHK)

Describes a one-semester course whose purpose was not to include as many items as possible, but to try to treat adequately a few carefully chosen "theme areas", e.g., The Middle Ages, from Cloister Culture to the Decline of Chivalry, and The Growth of Urban Culture. (WGA)

A French course for sixth-formers of mixed ability who want to use the language in their careers is described. Groups are divided into A and B students, according to ability and aims. Goals, materials and lesson plans are outlined here. (CHK)

Offers an example of problem-oriented literature teaching, using various texts reflecting various views of an historical event. Various phases of the course are outlined. The main emphasis is on the literary aspects, for which the use of three ballads, a poem, a drama and a novel are suggested. (Text is in German.) (IFS/WGA)

A course using films and readings for intermediate Spanish students is described. Selection and types of films and coordinated reading materials are discussed. (CHK)

The Somerset CSE Mode III integrated European Studies syllabus, which contains a French language course, is aimed at the lower and below CSE candidate. The second language element of the course is described and reasons for constructing such a course for less able students are discussed. (RM)

A course in Italian literature is outlined for the advanced high-school and the third-year college level, using a thematic approach. The choice of theme in this case is the city, specifically Rome. (AM)

The traditional secondary school language program with a sequential four-level format is being questioned; an alternative is a series of mini-courses elected by students after the second level of language study. Such courses are topic-oriented and may cover any field, from everyday conversation and journalism to an overview of literature or…