A descriptive, developmental study of children's imitation of interrogative sentences was conducted among 16 preschool and 15 kindergarten children acquiring English as either a native or a second language. A program of language activities based on four American folk rhymes (three in the form of a rhythmic dialogue and the fourth an antiphonal…

In order to answer the question as to what can be done with video that cannot be done with sound-only recordings, the role of the visual channel of communication in interaction is examined. This examination is based on the experience of foreign language teachers who have been using video in the classroom for five years. The point is made that in…

This is the third module of 10 in the German Headstart program. Each of the 2 units in the module contains objectives, exercises, and a self-evaluation quiz. In addition, there are several supplementary exercises and self-evaluations. The objective of this module is to enable the student to order a meal in a restaurant and to chat with a German in…

This volume presents articles on aspects of suggestive learning with emphasis on foreign language instruction. The following articles and reviews are included: (1) "Biofeedback in Holistic Education," by Larry O. Rouse; (2) "Report on the Helsinki Suggestopedia Seminar, June, 1978," by Kjell Weinius; (3) "Suggestology and…

This textbook is designed as a first-year course at the undergraduate level. It is specifically aimed at students with no prior knowledge of Armenian, and emphasis has been placed on the numerous subtleties and nuances of Armenian which might seem strange or difficult to English speakers. In the text, stress has been put on explaining the grammar…

The following essays on communication are presented: communication as a condition of survival, communication for special purposes, the means of transmission of communication, communication within social and economic structures, the teaching of communication through the press, the teaching of modern languages, communication as a point of departure,…

A noticeable trend in higher education is the development of the bilingual university. This study considers a university bilingual if it satisfies one element in the following definition: (1) all courses are given in both languages; (2) a part of the program is in both languages; or (3) all students are required to take some courses in one…

This Albanian song book contains folk songs, patriotic songs, love songs, children's games and a few poems. The music to some of the songs is included. (NCR)

A questionnaire was completed by Japanese students at the University of Kansas, to determine their perception of cross-cultural understanding between Japanese and Americans at the University. The students judged American knowledge of Japanese culture to be meager, but were in general confident in their own grasp of American culture. This knowledge…

This bilingual-bicultural reader in Japanese and English is intended for elementary school children in a bilingual education setting. Pen-and-ink drawings illustrate the story of a young Japanese-American boy at home and school. Each page of the text is written in Japanese characters, Romanized form, and in English. (NCR)

This bilingual-bicultural reader in Japanese and English is intended for elementary school children in a bilingual education setting. Photographs illustrate the story of a young Japanese-American girl and her activities in preparation for the celebration of Girls' Day. Each page of the text is written in Japanese Characters, Romanized form, and in…

This bilingual-bicultural reader in Cantonese and English is intended for elementary school children in a bilingual education setting. Pen-and-ink drawings illustrate the story of two children involved in the activities of the Chinese New Year. Each page of the text is written in Chinese characters, in Romanized form, and in English. (NCR)

This bilingual-bicultural reader in Japanese and English is intended for elementary school children in a bilingual education setting. Pen-and-ink drawings illustrate the story of a young Japanese boy and his activities on Children's Day. Each page of the text is written in Japanese characters, Romanized form, and in English. (NCR)

This bilingual-bicultural reader in Cantonese and English is intended for elementary school children in a bilingual education setting. Pen-and-ink drawings illustrate the story of a young Chinese girl's family and school activities. Each page of the text is written in Chinese characters, Romanized form, and in English. (NCR)

A collection of Christmas projects that can be adapted to different levels of German study are presented. The text is in German, except for the overview which is in English. It is advised that the teacher be well acquainted with the craft items to be presented to the students. The language of the classroom should be German to provide a total…