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Audio-Visual Language Journal, 1978
Lists competing forms in written French selected on the basis of three criteria: (1) expressions which can be written in two equally acceptable ways, (2) those in which the two forms differ slightly in meaning, and (3) those in which one form is considered correct but is now questioned. (MLA)
Descriptors: French, Grammar, Language Standardization, Language Usage
Kobersky, Eva – Audio-Visual Language Journal, 1972
Descriptors: Audiovisual Aids, English (Second Language), Grammar, Language Laboratories
Alexander, L. G. – Audio-Visual Language Journal, 1979
Describes the functional/notional approach to language instruction, discussing key features, misconceptions, and practical applications of the model. (AM)
Descriptors: Communicative Competence (Languages), Curriculum Guides, Grammar, Language Instruction
Simpson, J. – Audio-Visual Language Journal, 1972
Descriptors: Educational Objectives, Evaluation, Grammar, Language Tests
Edwards, K. Ffoulkes – Audio-Visual Language Journal, 1967
The construction of algorithms to present grammatical rules is advocated on the basis of clarity and ease of memorization. Algorithmic procedure is demonstrated for the introduction of subordinate clauses by conjunctions in German, and the formation of plural nouns in English. (AF)
Descriptors: Algorithms, English, German, Grammar
Cook, V. J. – Audio-Visual Language Journal, 1978
This article examines some of the ways in which language has been organised for language teaching. Their deficiencies are examined and some possibilities for the future are suggested. (Author/NC R)
Descriptors: Communicative Competence (Languages), Grammar, Instructional Materials, Language Instruction
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Fleming, Gerald – Audio-Visual Language Journal, 1967
Visual aids are considered in relation to their place in second language learning as a means of avoiding native language interference. The proper use and construction of visual aids is discussed according to principles of casuality, parallelism, and contrast. For related documents, see FL 000 823 and FL 000 467. (AF)
Descriptors: Audiovisual Aids, Audiovisual Instruction, Communication (Thought Transfer), Grammar
Wolfe, David E. – Audio-Visual Language Journal, 1972
Descriptors: Class Activities, Educational Games, Grammar, Illustrations
Fleming, Gerald – Audio-Visual Language Journal, 1973
Paper presented at the FIPLV Congress, Saarbrucken, West Germany, April 4, 1972. (RL)
Descriptors: German, Grammar, Instructional Materials, Instructional Program Divisions
Ager, D. E. – Audio-Visual Language Journal, 1967
For ease of presentation, advanced grammar teaching techniques are briefly considered under the headings of structuralism (belief in the effectiveness of presenting grammar rules) and contextualism (belief in the maximum use by students of what they know in the target language). The structuralist's problem of establishing a syllabus is discussed…
Descriptors: Advanced Students, Audiovisual Instruction, Debate, Grammar
Littlewood, William T. – Audio-Visual Language Journal, 1975
Discusses the usefulness of overt grammar teaching by explanation in language teaching, its role in a teaching course, and principles of presentation which might maximize its usefulness. (AM)
Descriptors: Deduction, Grammar, Grammar Translation Method, Induction
Savignon, Sandra J. – Audio-Visual Language Journal, 1972
Summarizes research findings on achievement and attitudes in foreign language learning appearing in Communicative Competence: An Experiment in Foreign Language Teaching'', published by The Center for Curriculum Development, Philadelphia, Pa., 1972. (DS)
Descriptors: Academic Achievement, Audiolingual Skills, Grammar, Language Proficiency
Haddock, N. – Audio-Visual Language Journal, 1970
Reviews the development of generative theory, points out the limitations of present generative grammar for the teaching of English and expresses the view that it will be of greater value in the future when certain further theoretical developments have taken place. (FB)
Descriptors: Grammar, Language Instruction, Linguistic Theory, Teaching Methods
Kobersky, Eva – Audio-Visual Language Journal, 1973
Utilizes the audio-visual and structuro-global method of language learning in the language laboratory. (DS)
Descriptors: Audiovisual Aids, Electronic Equipment, Grammar, Language Laboratories
Peck, Anthony J. – Audio-Visual Language Journal, 1971
Descriptors: Creativity, German, Grammar, Illustrations