Discusses the use of films captioned for the deaf in teaching both students of English-as-a-second-language and deaf students. Recommends over 40 specific films which the author prescreened to verify accuracy of content, language level, reading speed, and synchronization. Lists five points to consider in planning lessons. (SED)

The manual is designed as a reference on second language teaching and curriculum development for Peace Corps language trainers and language training coordinators. The first section, on language learning theory, introduces competency-based curriculum, describes the natural approach to language learning (the approach used throughout the manual),…