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Gravelle, Maggie – 1996
Starting from the perspective that bilingualism is an asset, the book describes approaches and strategies for schools to adopt that support and develop the skills of bilingual learners. A theoretical framework and research on which it is based are outlined, and suggestions are made for classroom strategies and procedures. The first chapter…
Descriptors: Bilingual Education, Bilingualism, Classroom Techniques, Curriculum Design
Download full textLambert, Richard D. – 1992
A discussion of national language policy and planning in the United States begins with a brief examination of the de facto policy currently at work and lack of government initiative in establishing and meeting priorities in language education. It then focuses on three policy issues currently facing the American foreign language teaching system.…
Descriptors: Articulation (Education), Elementary Secondary Education, Federal Legislation, Government Role
TRANEL, 1986
Papers from the linguistics colloquium address a variety of topics in linguistic theory and language research, most in French. Topics include: objectivity and subjectivity in understanding language; focalization in conversational language; the notion of "popular etymology"; serial construction in Malagasy; linguistic competence (in German);…
Descriptors: Bilingualism, Communication (Thought Transfer), Computational Linguistics, Computer Assisted Instruction
Boissonneault, Chantal, Ed. – 1998
Papers on language research include: "L'expression de l'opposition en Latin" ("The Expression of Opposition in Latin" (Claude Begin); "Le francais de l'Abitibi: characteristiques phonetiques et origine socio-geographique des locuteurs" ("The French of Abitibi: Phonetic Characteristics and Socio-Geographic Origin…
Descriptors: Adverbs, African Languages, Communication Apprehension, Computational Linguistics
Brickman, Bette; Nuzzo, Richard – 1999
A discussion of English-as-a-Second-Language (ESL) instruction for non-native speakers in higher education distinguishes the needs of immigrants who are residents from those of foreign students with temporary student visas, and looks at how those needs affect the design of classes and programs to serve them. Data are drawn from experience with one…
Descriptors: Classroom Techniques, College Curriculum, Community Colleges, Curriculum Design
Hagen, Stephen – 1992
The need for second language training in the United Kingdom for trade and industry is examined, and the role of City Technology Colleges (CTCs) in providing such training is discussed. It is argued that reliance on English is no longer sufficient for trade in the world market, since the most important markets for British goods and services are…
Descriptors: Business Administration, Case Studies, Educational Needs, Educational Strategies
Heitzman, Shirley M. – 1994
This thesis reports on a study of the use of first and second languages among students of a Spanish immersion program. Eight fifth- and sixth-graders with varying levels of Spanish proficiency participated in the study. Data were collected through student verbal reports, questionnaire-based interviews, classroom observations, and background…
Descriptors: Bilingualism, Classroom Communication, Code Switching (Language), Cognitive Processes
Brindley, Geoff – 1991
Problems associated with criterion-referenced language testing are discussed in the context of both standardized proficiency testing and classroom assessment. First, different interpretations of criterion-referencing are examined. A range of approaches for defining criteria and performance levels in second language assessment are outlined, and…
Descriptors: Communicative Competence (Languages), Competency Based Education, Criterion Referenced Tests, Evaluation Criteria
Sajavaara, Kari, Ed.; And Others – 1993
A selection of essays on foreign language planning at the national level contains articles on the language planning process, language choice, teacher education, testing and assessment, and transnational planning. Essays include the following: "Foreign Language Teaching Policy: Some Planning Issues" (Theo J. M. van Els); "Foreign…
Descriptors: Civil Liberties, Coherence, Educational Needs, Educational Policy
Chacoff, Ana – 1989
There are approximately 170 indigenous languages spoken in Brazil, by a population of about 200,000. Language policy regarding these communities has not been well defined or explicit. Through several changes of constitution, only Portuguese has been considered the national and official language. Only recently has the government begun to develop a…
Descriptors: Acculturation, Bilingual Education, Cultural Pluralism, Educational History
British Council, London (England). English Language and Literature Div. – 1986
A review of the status of English language instruction in the Netherlands begins with an overview of the role of English in the society in general, and outlines the status of English use and instruction in the educational system at the secondary and postsecondary levels, the characteristics and training of English language instructors, the type…
Descriptors: Creative Writing, Educational Administration, Elementary Secondary Education, English (Second Language)
British Council, London (England). English Language and Literature Div. – 1986
A review of the status of English language instruction in Norway begins with an overview of the role of English in the society in general, and outlines the status of English use and instruction in the educational system at all levels (elementary, secondary, higher, adult, and teacher), the characteristics and training of English language…
Descriptors: Creative Writing, Educational Administration, Elementary Secondary Education, English (Second Language)
Massamba, David P. B. – 1985
Although the development of Kiswahili in Tanzania has had a number of stumbling blocks, it is slowly developing into a language of modern technology. Individual institutions have contributed greatly to its spread and promotion. More books are now published in Kiswahili than ever before, and scientific and technical terminology has been developed.…
Descriptors: African Languages, Change Strategies, Diachronic Linguistics, Educational Change
British Council, London (England). English Language and Literature Div. – 1986
A review of the status of English language instruction in Poland begins with an overview of the role of English in the society in general, and outlines the status of English use and instruction in the educational system at all levels (elementary, secondary, higher, adult, and teacher), the characteristics and training of English language…
Descriptors: Creative Writing, Educational Administration, Educational History, Elementary Secondary Education
British Council, London (England). English Language and Literature Div. – 1985
An analysis of the status of English language use and instruction in Malawi begins with an overview of the role of English and percentage of individuals literate in English. Subsequent sections outline: (1) the role of English within the educational system at all levels, including primary, teacher, and adult education; (2) the present number and…
Descriptors: Creative Writing, Educational Administration, Educational Planning, Educational Policy
