Notes the declining enrollments in language courses and the national lack of support for language studies. Five objectives to be sought in increasing university language studies, especially at advanced levels, are outlined. (CHK)

Describes a German course for psychologists, given in Italy by the author, using eight original texts by Freud and Mitscherlich. These were assigned for 40-50 hours' continuation reading at home, or were discussed in the 100-120 hours in the classroom. (Text is in German.) (IFS/WGA)

Discusses the teaching of German at advanced levels in English universities. Material from the serious press is used, including news articles, editorials and discussions. Reasons given include increasing vocabulary and deepening the students' understanding of German-speaking countries, their societies, economics and culture. (Text is in German.)…

Recommends the "short" study project (13-16 class hours) as better for motivation than longer ones. In addition to using standard texts, students should be encouraged to build up their own files. Appropriate field trips are recommended. A sample project is described, with suggestions for teaching. (Text is in German.) (IFS/WGA)

Discusses aspects of the intensified foreign language program at the People's Universities, on the basis of a summer program in Mainz. This course drew more men than women. There was a higher percentage of students finishing than in regular courses. Occupational and educational motives predominated. (Text is in German.) (IFS/WGA)

The etymological dictionary is a useful tool for language students; this article presents three series of homework problems whose solutions are to be found in a German etymological dictionary. Regular assignment of such problems will teach students both vocabulary skills and knowledge and curiosity about the German language. (CHK)

This section is concerned with the French song in the classroom. Subjects treated are: students writing their own songs; suggestions for using songs; adolescence and song; the song as culture. Many exercises using all skills are included. (Text is in French.) (AMH)

The course material "En Avant" for the Primary French Project in Britain is analyzed. Rationale, content and methods of presentation are viewed as inadequate and language styles and verbal expression stilted and unreal. The materials will not help teachers achieve what is expected. (CHK)

The focus of this article is on children of migrant workers and immigrants in the schools of West Germany, Sweden and England. One central problem, that of language, is considered both as it is dealt with in policy, i. e., in curricula, and as it is actually implemented in some programs, which are typical for the actions in these countries.…

Offers eleven examples of games for the French class which can be conducted without special materials. (Text is in French.) (AM)

This feature consists of instructional materials to be used for vocabulary development and language use in French instruction. Specific areas covered include advertising, travel, and journalism. (Text is in French.) (CLK)

Keeping the pupils' interest up throughout the year in a compulsory language class is a major problem and therefore, language-teaching games are very important. Some new suggestions for games to be used in the elementary school are: (1) The Parrot; (2) The Robot; (3) Ping-Pong; and (4) Telephone. Card games such as Happy Families can be played…

The language literature controversy should be irrelevant in an ESL situation. First-year English courses in Nigerian universities should aim at perfecting the student's linguistic competence and performance, with particular attention being paid to the practical uses of the language. The usual practice of immediately introducing the…

The Modern Language Association conducted a survey of career-oriented, community-related interdisciplinary, and non-traditional foreign language offerings in US colleges and universities. Informal descriptions are given of seven such courses relating to the teaching of literature. (Author/RM)

Discusses the important role of applied lexicology in the creation of thematisized vocabularies for second language instruction capable of motivating the student. Discusses the concept of "preferred themes." (Text is in French.) (AM)