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Peer reviewedHalverson, Rachel J. – Foreign Language Annals, 1985
Addresses the question of understanding a foreign culture and its link with vocabulary acquisition in the second-language classroom. Problems in current research and classroom practice are examined. A synthetic approach to culture and vocabulary through modification of a notional/functional syllabus is proposed as a solution to the problems. (SED)
Descriptors: Class Activities, Cross Cultural Studies, Cross Cultural Training, Cultural Awareness
Cross Currents, 1985
The following articles are included in this number: "The Compatibility of the Natural Approach and the Communicative Approach," by R. J. Fand; "Teaching Nonverbal Communication Patterns in the ESL Classroom," by K. L. Fitch; "Metacommunication in Accommodated Community Language Learning," by P. G. La Forge; "Content in Composition Courses: Women's…
Descriptors: Book Reviews, Class Activities, Classroom Techniques, Communicative Competence (Languages)
Alberta Dept. of Education, Edmonton. Language Services Branch. – 1987
The teaching guide for Alberta's elementary school French immersion programs outlines an approach to articulating the program's notional content. It discusses the development of both receptive and productive language skills in this context. Introductory sections examine the principles underlying the skill development method, the aims behind the…
Descriptors: Classroom Techniques, Communication Skills, Educational Objectives, Elementary Education
Download full textReyes, Andy F. – 1989
The manual is intended for teachers in workplace English-as-a-Second-Language (ESL) programs, and contains ideas and techniques that both experienced and less experienced teachers in a wide variety of workplace ESL classes might find helpful. Sections address the following topics: (1) helpful hints for creating a successful educational environment…
Descriptors: Check Lists, Class Activities, Classroom Techniques, Dialogs (Language)
Savignon, Sandra J., Ed.; Berns, Margie S., Ed. – 1984
A collection of readings on communicative language teaching explains what communicative language teaching is and how the goal of communicative competence is being met by teachers. The following articles are included:"Functional Approaches to Language and Language Teaching: Another Look" (Margie S. Berns); "Contextual Considerations in…
Descriptors: Case Studies, Classroom Techniques, College Second Language Programs, Communicative Competence (Languages)
Richard-Amato, Patricia A. – 1988
A discussion linking theory and practice in second language instruction focuses on ways of providing opportunities for meaningful interaction in language classrooms. The first part lays a theoretical foundation, looking at: the variety and evolution of instructional approaches from grammar-based to communicative; the classroom as environment for…
Descriptors: Academic Achievement, Anxiety, Bilingualism, Class Activities
