This text is a preliminary version of a basic course in the Bambara language. It is one of a series of short basic courses in African languages. Tutors' instructions appear in both English and French. Sixteen units make up the text; each consists of pattern drills in English and Bambara on a particular point of grammar. (CHK)

This textbook presents the essential structural features of Djerma as it is currently spoken in the western region of Niger. The course is organized into 30 units which constitute instructional material for from 300 to 400 hours of classroom instruction. It is specifically designed for intensive training programs of approximately 4 to 5 hours per…