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Download full textPillet, Roger A., Ed. – 1967
This volume in a series of annual reports focuses on FLES as an integral part of the elementary school curriculum. The areas investigated in this study include ways in which FLES programs can make significant contributions in helping elementary pupils to develop necessary skills for vocational, social, and economic competence; to gain access to…
Descriptors: Curriculum Development, Educational Objectives, Elementary Education, Elementary School Curriculum
Brooks, Nelson – Foreign Language Beacon, 1970
An overview of foreign language instruction is seen as a spectrum composed of five distinct areas. The speech includes discussion of concepts related to the curriculum, linguistics, psychology, culture, and a "Master Plan". The author comments on the importance of understanding that language instruction, as an academic pursuit, is directly related…
Descriptors: Culture, FLES, Humanities, Instructional Program Divisions
Georgeoff, John, Comp. – American Foreign Language Teacher, 1972
Descriptors: Bibliographies, Books, FLES, Language Instruction
PDF pending restorationHoy, P. H. – 1976
The results of a questionnaire from 16 European countries concerning the early teaching of modern languages are presented. The 16 countries involved are: Belgium, Denmark, Finland, France, Federal Republic of Germany, Greece, Iceland, Ireland, Luxembourg, Malta, Netherlands, Norway, Sweden, Switzerland, Turkey, and the United Kingdom. The findings…
Descriptors: Age, Educational Policy, Elementary Education, FLES
Strasheim, Lorraine A. – Foreign Lang Ann, 1970
Text of a presentation delivered at a pre-conference symposium at the Third Annual Meeting of the American Council on the Teaching of Foreign Languages (ACTFL) on November 25, 1969, in New Orleans, Louisiana. (DS)
Descriptors: Cross Cultural Studies, Educational Objectives, FLES, Individualized Instruction
Peer reviewedAndersson, Theodore – Hispania, 1969
Descriptors: Audiolingual Methods, Bilingual Education, FLES, Institutes (Training Programs)
McKim, Lester W. – 1970
A chart of FLES program types indicating possible variations in program design due to variables in teachers, materials, time, and students focuses on the lack of a national, standardized, FLES policy. After discussing the patterns of organization of instruction, the author notes criticism often levied at FLES programs and provides sample, typical,…
Descriptors: Educational Television, Elementary Schools, FLES, Instructional Design
McKim, Lester W. – 1971
The recent dissolution of many FLES programs throughout the nation is seen as a trend which is directly related to the quality of the instructional program offered. Consequently, the author lists general criteria to determine standards of excellence in FLES programs and proposes specific constraints to be observed in the development of new FLES…
Descriptors: Affective Objectives, Curriculum Design, Elementary Education, Elementary Schools
STREVENS, PETER – 1965
GREAT BRITAIN'S LANGUAGE TEACHING PROFESSION HAS BECOME INVOLVED IN RESOLVING THE NEW DEMANDS PUT ON THE PROFESSION BY THE GREAT SOCIAL AND ECONOMIC CHANGES OF THE PAST 25 YEARS. THE FIRST OF THE TWO MAIN TRENDS OF THIS REVOLUTION CONCERNS ORGANIZATION. MOST RADICAL AMONG THE CHANGES IN THIS AREA HAVE BEEN (1) THE DEVELOPMENT, IN THE NEW…
Descriptors: Audiolingual Methods, Audiovisual Instruction, College Language Programs, Educational Change
Lipton, Gladys C., Ed. – 1969
Twelve articles on current and projected trends in the teaching of foreign language in elementary schools (FLES) focus on four major areas of concern. A look at the present state of FLES instruction includes articles on programs in various parts of the world, the potential of FLES, and teacher preparation. Two articles on innovations and school…
Descriptors: Advisory Committees, Communications, Educational Innovation, Educational Technology
Hoy, P. H. – 1976
The main conditions necessary for the successful introduction of the early teaching of modern languages (ETML) are outlined. The processes that are usually involved in the introduction of ETML into a country or region are listed. Obstacles to the successful introduction of ETML and the role of European cooperation in overcoming obstacles are also…
Descriptors: Administrative Problems, Educational Attitudes, Educational Objectives, Educational Problems
Lado, Robert, Ed. – 1962
A statement of valid, acceptable goals and optimum characteristics of foreign language in the elementary school (FLES) is embodied in a section on guidelines for the subjective evaluation of FLES programs and in a field survey evaluation form. Description of ways and means of achieving the stated goals and specifications for measurement and…
Descriptors: Audiolingual Skills, Conference Reports, Curriculum Guides, Evaluation Criteria
Hunter, Madeline; And Others – WAFLT Forum, 1971
The reports from the 1971 Annual Meeting of the Washington Association of Foreign Language Teachers are presented in this compilation of nine abridged speeches given at the meeting. The papers include: (1) "The Three Dimensions of Successful Teaching," (2) "State of the Profession," (3) "Individualizing Instruction in Some Puget Sound Schools,"…
Descriptors: Applied Linguistics, Bilingual Education, Conference Reports, Educational Innovation
Lipton, Gladys; Mirsky, Jerome G. – 1970
This program and teaching guide describes the nature of foreign language instruction in the elementary school (FLES). Chapters include discussion of: (1) program development and organization; (2) the FLES teacher; (3) methods, motivation, and instructional materials; (4) culture; (5) program evaluation; (6) outline of recommended structures; and…
Descriptors: Articulation (Education), Elementary Education, FLES, Language Guides
Oregon State Dept. of Education, Salem. – 1961
This pamphlet outlines the educational philosophy behind foreign language instruction in the elementary school (FLES) and organizational procedures for the establishment of such programs. Major sections explain: (1) the nature of FLES, (2) program planning, (3) student eligibility, (4) teacher preparation, and (5) program articulation. A chart of…
Descriptors: Audiolingual Methods, Elementary Education, Elementary Schools, FLES
