This comprehensive booklet treats foreign language instruction development, current practices, and observable trends. Sections on the changing role of foreign language instruction and on methodology are emphasized. Social pressures, international events, and changing educational attitudes since the turn of the century are discussed. Methods used in audiolingual instruction are described in terms of instructional objectives, procedures appropriate for different achievement levels, and teacher preparation. Other sections on the national interest in foreign languages, materials and equipment, evaluation, scheduling the language program, the administrator's role, and future trends are included. Each section has its own bibliography. (AF)