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Challenge for the 90s: The Problem of Finding Qualified Staff for French Core and Immersion Programs.
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Majhanovich, Suzanne – Canadian Modern Language Review, 1990
An Ontario language teachers' association survey of school boards concerning projected staffing needs, status of current core and immersion French programs, planned expansion and development, and areas of particular need for qualified French second-language teachers is summarized. Data and issues raised by respondents are presented. (Author/MSE)
Descriptors: Foreign Countries, French, Immersion Programs, Language Teachers
Characteristics of College and University Foreign Language Curricula: Findings from the MLA's 1987-89 Survey.
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Huber, Bettina J. – ADFL Bulletin, 1993
Results of the Modern Language Association's 1987-89 survey of characteristics of college and university curricula are presented. Survey questions dealt with characteristics of introductory language courses, the availability and range of immersion experiences, and the types of courses offered. (four references) (VWL)
Descriptors: Class Size, Curriculum, Higher Education, Immersion Programs
Minority and Second Language Education, Elementary and Secondary Levels.
Statistics Canada, Ottawa (Ontario). Education, Science, and Culture Div. – 1980
This publication, an update of previous reports of the same title, provides information on language programs in Canada under the following headings: (1) programs in the nine provinces (excluding Quebec) including a description of minority language and second language education as well as French immersion programs; and (2) programs in Quebec,…
Descriptors: Bilingualism, Educational Policy, Elementary Secondary Education, English
Trends in Enrollment and Needs for French-Instructed Programs at the Post-Secondary Level.
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Carey, Stephen – Canadian Modern Language Review, 1985
The increase in immersion program enrollments shows a need for French-instructed postsecondary programs, especially in education and the social sciences. The expansion of quality postsecondary programs will reduce the decline in secondary immersion enrollment. Current world economic and political realignment will also increase the demand for…
Descriptors: Bilingual Education, Educational Needs, Enrollment Trends, Foreign Countries
Achievement and Enrollment Evaluation of the Original Elementary Foreign Language Elementary Schools: 1990-1991.
Clay, Phyllis L. – 1991
The results of the achievement and enrollment study are reported for six elementary foreign language magnet programs that were implemented as part of the desegregation plan in Kansas City, Missouri. In addition to the foundation curriculum, two goals are emphasized: teaching foreign language and exposing students to foreign cultures. Three strands…
Descriptors: Academic Achievement, Comparative Analysis, Elementary Education, Enrollment
Provincial Assessment of Students in French Immersion Programs. Special Report.
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Alberta Dept. of Education, Edmonton. – 1990
This special report on the assessment of French immersion students in Alberta focuses on critical issues and methodological problems with testing methods. After an introduction, the second section gives an overview of these issues and problems. Issues discussed include the following: whether students instructed in French immersion programs should…
Descriptors: Academic Achievement, Academic Standards, Elementary Education, English