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Peer reviewedSpencer, Albert F. – English Journal, 1995
Sketches the way one English teacher used silent film to engender creative writing in a school for American Indian students. Advocates the use of humor in cross-cultural educational settings. (HB)
Descriptors: Creative Writing, Cultural Differences, English Curriculum, Films
Peer reviewedNilsen, Alleen Pace; Nilsen, Don L. F. – English Journal, 1999
Counters six arguments against humor in English classes. Presents arguments in support of studying humor in English classes, noting its usefulness and benefits. (SR)
Descriptors: Censorship, Cultural Differences, English Instruction, Grammar
Peer reviewedHendon, Ursula S. – Foreign Language Annals, 1980
The foreign language teacher should have cultural training and should teach the foreign culture from the onset of foreign language instruction. Seven goals for cultural instruction are suggested along with teaching strategies for their implementation. (PMJ)
Descriptors: Course Content, Cross Cultural Studies, Cultural Differences, Cultural Education
Download full textBailey, Tandy, Ed. – Crosscurrents, 1992
Articles on various aspects of second language teaching include: "Global Education Language Teaching Activities" (Kip A. Cates); "Classroom Management in Japanese Colleges and Universities: Some Practical Approaches" (Paul Wadden, Sean McGovern); "Control: An Independent Learning Model" (Don Maybin, Lynn…
Descriptors: Class Activities, Classroom Communication, Classroom Techniques, Cultural Awareness
