This publication is one of a series designed to inform and assist those responsible for foreign language instruction, including teachers, administrators, supervisors, and those engaged in teacher education. The complete series serves as a curriculum guide. The format of the series is such that it can be revised so as to keep materials current. Each publication is punched so that it may be placed in a binder. This volume deals with an area of language instruction that is easily overlooked: testing. Following a discussion of general objectives and principles in foreign language testing, various kinds of tests are briefly described, and steps in test construction are discussed. Particular attention is paid to testing the four language skills and cultural awareness. Student self-evaluation and program evaluation are briefly discussed. Finally, a description is provided of achievement and aptitude tests available to the language teacher. Evaluative criteria for foreign language programs are appended. (Author/AM)