A review of the problems encountered in studying literary texts focuses on the dangers of treating the text as a source of linguistic data rather than as a complete work in itself. Comments pertaining to the relationship of language and literature include discussion of teaching methods, literary criticism, background information, and literary…

Covers materials on foreign language teaching processed into the ERIC system from November 1971 through April 1972. (DS)

An overview of language instruction on the national level and specifically in Nevada during the late 1950's and the early 1960's reveals five major factors which contributed to the changing trends. The author discusses: (1) the new understanding of the nature of language, (2) changing philosophies and objectives, (3) modern foreign language and…

This Annual Narrative Report by the Office of the Superintendent of Public Instruction, Illinois, on foreign language programs in public schools describes activities and objectives which characterize the year's work. The report emphasizes the growing importance of individualized instruction and cultural education. Major sections discuss: (1)…

This evaluation of the modern and classical languages programs, K-12, in the Albuquerque (New Mexico) public school system provides general information on the program's history, philosophy, recognition, curriculum development, teachers, and activities. Specific information is offered on the different program components, namely, the elementary…

This brochure describing language programs to both parents and prospective high school language students in Endicott, New York focuses on developing student motivation and interest. Topics discussed include: (1) reasons for studying foreign language, (2) stages of foreign language learning, (3) course offerings, (4) homework, and (5) examinations.…

A comprehensive account of the origin and development of the basic contributions to the field of language instruction is thematically developed in this text. Major sections treat: (1) methodology, including the teaching of meaning, grammar, and pronunciation; (2) linguistic habit formation concerning speech, reading, and writing; (3) curriculum…

A landmark in the literature of linguistic pedagogy is presented in this reprint of a book first published in 1899. The broad scope of this practical guide to the study of language includes extensive material on phonetic notation, general and special principles of method, grammar, vocabulary, translation, original language investigation,…

This combination curriculum guide and handbook contains suggestions on methods, techniques, and content in the teaching of modern and classical languages. An introduction defining foreign language study and its various phases is followed by a chapter on FLES, chapters on the initial, the intermediate, and the advanced phases of study, and one on…

This fourth in a series of such catalogs lists 344 items pertaining to foreign language instruction that were accessioned by all Educational Resources Information Center (ERIC) Clearinghouses from May 1969 through October 1969. Entries are organized alphabetically, and a 12-category user index assists in pinpointing items relevant to particular…

A catalog of ERIC documents accessioned by the Modern Language Association ERIC Clearinghouse and other Clearinghouses during November 1967 and June 1968 lists materials relating to foreign language instruction. Items are grouped alphabetically, and a user index helps locate items in twelve categories. Information is given on prices (both…

This fifth in a series of such catalogs lists 324 items pertaining to foreign language instruction that were accessioned by all Educational Resources Information Center (ERIC) Clearinghouses from November 1969 through April 1970. Entries are organized alphabetically, and a 13-category user index assists in pinpointing items relevant to particular…

This sixth in a series of such catalogs lists 330 items pertaining to foreign language instruction that were accessioned by all Educational Resources Information Center (ERIC) Clearinghouses from May 1970 through October 1970. Entries are organized alphabetically, and a 13-category user index assists in pinpointing items relevant to particular…

This second in a series of such catalogs lists 166 items pertaining to foreign language instruction that were accessioned by all Educational Resources Information Center (ERIC) clearinghouses from July 1968 through September 1968. Entries are organized alphabetically, and a 12-category user index assists in pinpointing items relevant to particular…