Discusses the construction of the corpus of scientific French upon an epistemological base. Three topics are treated: the need for such a base because of the differences existing among scientific languages, the value of such an approach, and some suggestions on method. Pedagogical consequences are noted. (Text is in French.) (AMH)

Teaching Russian to scientific students calls for the minimum of studying to yield the maximum reading ability. Optimization of learning can be accomplished with attention to procedures outlined here. Problems of syntax, morphology and lexicon in technical Russian are discussed. (CHK)

Discusses problems of language teaching on HND business study courses, and suggests the case study teaching method. An example of a case study is given. (RM)

New trends in language teaching in Sweden away from the absolute direct method and the duty of the university to offer languages for special purposes are expressed. It is pointed out that language study integrated and combined with vocational subjects is beneficial. (SC)

Learning the standard (foreign) language is not enough for the mastering of German material encountered in research work. The article offers suggestions for the teaching of word-formation in scientific texts. Typical examples are given for composite adjectives. The notes include a useful reading list. (Text is in German.) (IFS/WGA)

This article deals with the principles of teaching commercial French and describes a specific exercise in the area of import and export correspondence. (Text is in French.) (CLK)

Presents a method which incorporates scientific language in the French classroom through instruction in scientific attitudes and content. (AM)

This article discusses the usefulness of French courses designed for voice majors. Basic areas of instruction, including phonetics, prosody, and French literature, are discussed, and a model course is described. (CLK)

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A description of a two-part "learning package" for students who want a reading knowledge of German. The design of the package, some of the problems it involves, sample materials in the form of a ten-step study method, and use of the package are discussed. (AMH)

Describes a German course for archeologists and art historians, given in the Louvre by the Paris Goethe Institute. Reliance is placed on the students' visual memory, with schematic presentation of pronoun and article declension. This approach sometimes fosters errors and misunderstandings. The verb system is emphasized. (Text is in German.)…

This article describes a university language and research program which focuses on the instruction of modern languages to non-language majors. The facility, personnel, teaching methods, and evaluation procedures are described. (Text is in French.) (CLK)

Discusses the desirability of Japanese as a second language for Australians in tourism and trade industries. Initial instruction using Roman alphabet followed by job training in Japan is recommended. (RM)

A discussion of the adaptation of audiovisual methods to respond to various specific needs in Mexico City. Some of the topics discussed are: meeting needs of people involved in special fields, particularly science, technology and economics; and the use of television for functional French instruction. (AMH)

A description of a functional French program for the training of tourism personnel in Greece. The topics discussed are: the public and their needs, and analysis of oral communication, pedagogical techniques and activities, including numerous examples of comprehension and speaking exercises. A short bibliography is included. (Text is in French.)…