Concerned with the student that uses the non-standard language of his family and friends, and suggests ways and techniques the teacher can use to teach language to these students. (RB)

Appears in "The Florida FL Reporter special anthology issue "Linguistic-Cultural Differences and American Education. (AMM)

Describes a study in which students who read widely showed greater improvement in writing after nine weeks than did students who had frequent writing assignments, with the implication that reading should be integral to writing practice. (RW)

An argument for more who see themselves as inviters" or provokers" of learning and who recognize how well equipped (children) are to function intellectually"; a paper presented at the annual convention of Canadian Council of Teachers of English (2nd, Fredericton, Alberta, August 1969). (SW)

Three activities designed to increase the reading, writing, and vocabulary levels of hearing impaired students (elementary through middle school level) are described. Activities focus on such tasks as recognizing similar attributes among objects, using comic books to understand story elements, and constructing definitions after reading and…

Special class activities for September are suggested. Historical events that took place during the month, observance of holidays and other special days, and the change in the seasons can provide ideas for launching class projects. (PP)

Presents three basic tenets of the language across the curriculum philosophy: that language develops primarily through its purposeful use, that learning often involves and occurs through talking and writing, and that language use contributes to cognitive development. Discusses important practical implications these principles have for effective…

Infants' School teachers in England and Wales were questioned on their use of educational television. Teachers use language and general interest series extensively, and mathematics series to a much less extent, but they do not incorporate these series into the curriculum. (AM)

Examines materials in the ERIC database that deal with the use of creative drama as a language arts teaching tool. Discusses the nature of creative drama and activities for the classroom. (HTH)