Nineteen reports on new developments in foreign language instruction by teachers of the early 1940's constitute the major part of this book. An introductory chapter discusses educational philosophy and objectives. Reports fall into three areas: (1) foreign languages in a unified language arts curriculum, (2) cultural programs in the foreign language, and (3) cultural programs conducted in English. A summary of hypothetical programs is presented in a section on the creative role of the language teacher. An extensive section on classroom materials is also included. (AF)