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Novikov, Lev – Praxis des Neusprachlichen Unterrichts, 1976
Discusses lexical interference for Germans learning Russian, appearing in (1) imperfect equivalencies, (2) differences in the ways the two languages realize "deeper meanings." Using a contrastive approach, guidelines for teaching are suggested. Some typical lexical errors are analyzed, and suggestions offered for avoiding them. (Text is in…
Descriptors: Contrastive Linguistics, German, Interference (Language), Language Instruction
Peer reviewedBleyhl, Werner – Zielsprache Englisch, 1977
Suggests ways to overcome the learner's difficulty in understanding spoken English, e.g., assimilation, elision, change of tempo and of style, and the reduction of stresses. (Text is in German.) (IFS/WGA)
Descriptors: Auditory Discrimination, English (Second Language), Language Instruction, Listening Comprehension
Peer reviewedWalmsley, John B. – International Review of Applied Linguistics in Language Teaching, 1976
Sets up a model in which the functioning of the brain is seen in terms of a computer's operations; then considers the applications of such a model to foreign language teaching and learning, with particular emphasis on feedback and simulations. (KM)
Descriptors: Computers, Feedback, Language Instruction, Learning Processes
Peer reviewedCant, J. Paul N. – International Review of Applied Linguistics in Language Teaching, 1976
Is phonetics essential in the learning of pronunciation? It is taught in the hope of aiding muscular-motor function and is therefore essential. The problem arises then of designing a course which supplies the learner with all relevant phonetic information during pronunciation teaching in the most effective way. (CFM)
Descriptors: Curriculum Design, Grammar, Language Instruction, Motor Reactions
Peer reviewedThomas, Jimmy – TESOL Quarterly, 1976
This article discusses the nature of translation as a linguistic phenomenon, and the pros and cons of its application to second language instruction. (CLK)
Descriptors: Applied Linguistics, Bilingualism, Language Instruction, Linguistic Theory
Peer reviewedForeign Language Annals, 1976
Describes teacher exchange opportunities through the U.S. Office of Education. (CLK)
Descriptors: Employment Opportunities, Language Instruction, Language Teachers, Second Language Learning
Marie, C. P. – Audio-Visual Language Journal, 1975
Discusses the meanings of 10 words in their relation to language teaching. They are: educate, language, teach, learn, sociology, linguistics, politics, culture, literature, and classicism. (Text is in French.) (KM)
Descriptors: Culture, Definitions, Educational Philosophy, Language
Ryder, Frank G. – Bulletin of the Association of Departments of Foreign Languages (Special Joint Issue with Bulletin of the Assn. of Depts. of English, No. 50 Sep 76), 1976
The value of the study of foreign languages and literatures is discussed, and its attractions for the student of today described. (RM)
Descriptors: Curriculum Development, Educational Objectives, Enrollment Influences, Higher Education
Siegrist, Ottmar K. – Praxis des Neusprachlichen Unterrichts, 1976
Shows that using the German "tust du malen?" to teach the English construction "do you (paint, etc.)?" is wrong; the construction can also mean "are you painting?" So "tust du --?" fits only those English verbs which never use progressive tense forms. (Text is in German.) (IFS/WGA)
Descriptors: English (Second Language), German, Grammar, Language Instruction
Peer reviewedWood, Richard E. – Hispania, 1974
Descriptors: Audiovisual Aids, Educational Radio, Language Enrichment, Language Instruction
Peer reviewedStern, H. H. – Canadian Modern Language Review, 1974
Discusses development and objectives of language educational centers concerned with the signigicance of applied linguistics in the development of second language learning theory. (RL)
Descriptors: Applied Linguistics, Language Instruction, Learning Theories, Linguistics
Gonon, Andre – Francais dans le Monde, 1973
Gives suggestions for a sample lesson concerning a filmstrip on the issuing of "Le Monde." (DD)
Descriptors: Audiovisual Aids, Documentaries, French, Instructional Materials
Grimm, Hans-Jurgen – Deutsch als Fremdsprache, 1973
Descriptors: Componential Analysis, German, Interference (Language), Language Instruction
Haensch, Gunther – Yelmo, 1973
Part of a continued series. (SK)
Descriptors: Grammar, Language Instruction, Language Usage, Lesson Plans
Hernandez Vista, V. Eugenio – Yelmo, 1973
Descriptors: Contrastive Linguistics, Language Instruction, Language Skills, Latin
