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Peer reviewedEbel, Carolyn W. – NASSP Bulletin, 1985
Discusses the use of cooperative experiential learning as a method to help non-English speakers improve their English communication skills. Cites such factors as the necessity for cooperation and communication among students, the motivational character of natural conversation, and the "mainstreaming" of the limited English speaker. (PGD)
Descriptors: Conversational Language Courses, English (Second Language), Experiential Learning, Limited English Speaking
Peer reviewedJanus, Louis – NASSP Bulletin, 2000
A Modern Language Association survey of enrollment trends in U.S. colleges found that Spanish, French, and German remain the three most popular language courses. Chinese, Japanese, and Arabic have shown greatest increases between 1960-95. The Less Commonly Taught Languages project provides information, including instructional materials and web…
Descriptors: Arabic, Chinese, College Second Language Programs, Elementary Secondary Education
