Article proposes a set of frequency groups and describes an algorithm for the implementation of a frequency identification and marking procedure on an IBM 360 computer. A sample page of a Russian text book utilizing the technique is given and several other potential utilizations are described. (Author)

An analysis of the speech of infants gives a clue to the evolution of language. (DR)

Paper presented before the Indiana University Linguistics Club on May 13, 1971, in Bloomington, Indiana. (VM)

Teachers should not try to impose on children the language of adults, but they can provide models for them to grow naturally into as they become adults. The child knows his language when he comes to school, and the teacher should try to build on what he knows, not blunder into opposition to it. (Author)

Expresses concern that teaching techniques intended to promote "creativity,""personal growth," and first-hand experiencing might not provide sufficient structure for children's progressive language development. (RD)

Second language teaching in Germany, as described in this article, follows the "moderate direct method" and has the principle aim of enabling the students to express their own ideas in the foreign language. (FWB)

Emphasizes the importance of students' vocabulary development in content areas and the responsibility of all teachers to provide such instruction. (RW)

Explains how a teaching strategy using toys can develop verbal skills in young children. (DR)