Defends teaching foreign languages to less able pupils, stating that such verbal education is even more important to them. Factors involved in language learning are examined (grammar, motivation, aural discrimination, memory), and solutions to learning problems of the less able are suggested. (CHK)

Student motivation is one of the chief factors in success in second language learning. The role of the language teacher in fostering this motivation is crucial. The teacher must offer a good language model, be a good technician of language teaching, and inspire mutual confidence and sympathy in the classroom. (CHK)

Aptitude is not a valid predictor of achievement in a foreign language. Studies show that motivation does affect achievement. Since the student's attitude and performance are affected by the teacher's attitude, teacher-learner interaction should be recognized as a major determinant of successful FL study. (KM)

Examines the learning strategies successful language learners employ and suggests that teachers can help their less successful students by paying more attention to learner strategies already seen as productive. (PMP)

Skills and attitudes needed by language teachers, characteristics of a well-designed curriculum, and other aspects of teaching and learning in foreign language and second language programs are outlined. (SW)