Suggests that language and culture are crucial factors in the transmission of emotion--even on the nonverbal vocal level. (Author)

Discusses hypotheses and conclusions of an investigation carried out in the Paris area concerning language needs in the mother tongue as they relate to social stratification and social interaction. (Text is in French.) (AM)

Types of answers to "yes/no" questions are categorized according to their use of "yes" or "no," use of verbs in the question, use of additional information, and use of affirmative or negative expressions. EFL textbook exercises seldom correspond to real conversation; suggestions are made for improvements. (CHK)

Discusses the problem of the lack of French terminology for computer science personnel, and provides a list of such terminology. (Text is in French.) (CLK)

A comparative study of students' scores in mechanics and usage on standardized tests and ratings of actual writing samples. (DD)

This paper supports the contention of a previous paper that child language cannot be analyzed as if it were adult language. Meanings and interpretations of child language can be mistaken if observed from the adult viewpoint. Assumptions of child meaning based on the situation or action will be most accurate. (CHK)

This article contrasts the prescriptive and descriptive meaning of the word "grammar," with examples drawn from the French verb system. (Text is in French.) (CLK)

This article discusses the role of phonetics in second language teaching, and stresses the importance of considering the whole speech event in adapting phonetics to instruction. (Text is in French.) (CLK)

Describes the linguistic backgrounds of Sweden and Finland and presents a few examples of recent sociolinguistic research in these countries. (CFM)

The exchange among M. McKenna, R. Robinson, and J. Miller and C. Edelsky about language instruction is a starting point for an examination of what is behind the current fragmentation in educational research. It is argued that this fragmentation results from the use of different vocabularies to tell stories about research. (SLD)

Examines 620 metaphorical conflict expressions generated by 169 participants, employed or with work experience. Indicates that participants predominately used "conflict is impotence" schemas. Finds no sex differences in either schemas or linguistic analyses of metaphorical expressions. Reports greater frequency and intensity of conflicts in family…

Discusses 44 recently published poetry collections, noting ways teachers can help children deepen their enjoyment of poetry by helping them become aware of the subtle things poets do. Uses the concept of rhythm to organize the books, believing that rhythm gives poetry its feeling of movement. (SR)

Discusses student reaction to how fairy tales should begin and proceed and the language choices authors make when adapting fairy tales. Cites several different versions of "The Frog Prince" and describes them. Discusses students' own versions. Gives questions for stimulating student response to "The Frog Prince." (PA)

Offers a portrait based on a personal interview of children's author Eve Bunting. Reflects on the author's own history as a writer. Focuses on Bunting's use of rich language and her relationship with her audience over time. Illustrates the complexity and depth of some of the themes Bunting has explored in her writing throughout her career. (SR)

Describes using news stories (including the O.J. Simpson trial) to teach grammar and usage in context. (RS)