Discusses an approach to teaching French language and civilization by examining the creation of news events from otherwise insignificant news items. Recent headlines and news articles serve as illustrations. (MSE)

A class exercise is described in which students study the format, style, attitudes, and content of popular romance magazines and, by cutting and pasting or by taking their own photographs, create their own dramas for later discussion and analysis. (MSE)

A description of a course in French composition at the University of Essex, which is based on "Exercices de style, " by R. Queneau. The course consists of writing variations of a single model story or paragraph. Six variations are presented and discussed to clarify the method. (AMH)

Using literature to teach French is an unpopular method but is seen here as a potentially valuable one. A method of "productive reading" integrates linguistic, symbolic, cultural, thematic, and stylistic elements in language learning. Exercises and examples are given. (MSE)

It is suggested that what discourages students in reading literature in a foreign language is difficulty in comprehending literary language, making literature appreciation a scholarly pursuit. Techniques of looking at the novel and its construction that facilitate appreciation are outlined. (MSE)

Analyzes the expressive and stylistic role of punctuation in French literary works, pointing out that this aspect of language deserves more attention by teachers of advanced French courses. Suggests that students should be gradually sensitized to the value of punctuation as a tool for interpretation and production of creative writing. (MES)

Describes an approach to French literature that looks at the process of making a novel into a film. The technique focuses on comparisons of composition, characters, and language. (MSE)