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Sullivan, Joanna – Journal of Educational Research, 1973
Purpose of this study was to show the relationship of arithmetic reasoning, critical thinking, fluency of words, fluency of ideas, sensitivity to problems, and general intelligence to literal and critical reading of sixth and eighth grade pupils. (Author)
Descriptors: Convergent Thinking, Creative Thinking, Critical Thinking, Grade 6
Sheehan, Joseph G.; Martyn, Margaret M. – J Speech Hearing Res, 1970
Descriptors: Behavior Patterns, Case Records, Exceptional Child Research, Family Characteristics
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Rivers, Wilga M. – TESOL Quarterly, 1972
Opportunities for autonomous interaction and creative communication should accompany the necessary skill-getting activities in second language learning. Paper presented under contract with the English Language Branch--Defense Language Institute, Lackland Air Force Base, Lackland, Texas, and delivered in 1971 to staff members of the Branch. (VM)
Descriptors: Class Activities, Communication (Thought Transfer), Innovation, Interaction
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von Raffler Engel, W.; Sigelman, C. K. – Language Sciences, 1971
Descriptors: Black Dialects, Cultural Differences, Language Acquisition, Language Fluency
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LeBlanc, Renaud S.; Muise, J. Gerard – Perceptual and Motor Skills, 1971
Descriptors: College Students, English, French, Language Acquisition
Zimmermann, Gunther – Praxis des neusprachlichen Unterrichts, 1970
Descriptors: Language Fluency, Language Instruction, Language Learning Levels, Language Skills
Mengler, Klaus – Praxis des Neusprachlichen Unterrichts, 1970
Revised version of a paper read on June 17, 1969, at a conference at the Hessian Institute for Continuing Teacher Education. (DS)
Descriptors: Audiolingual Methods, Audiolingual Skills, Audiovisual Aids, Display Aids
Desselmann, Gunther – Deutsch als Fremdsprache, 1970
Descriptors: Audiolingual Skills, Language Fluency, Language Instruction, Language Research
Stroud, R. Vernon – Hearing Speech News, 1970
Descriptors: Black Colleges, Black Dialects, Black Leadership, Federal Aid
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Johnson, Donna M. – TESOL Quarterly, 1983
Limited English speaking elementary students were provided a structured opportunity for natural language practice with their fluent peers. Limited effect on language proficiency was found. However, the discussion emphasizes the importance of using fluent students' language input, an often ignored resource, in designing ESL programs. (MSE)
Descriptors: Elementary Education, English (Second Language), Language Fluency, Limited English Speaking
Gustafson, Marolyn J. – Balance Sheet, 1981
Americans must realize the growing importance and frequency of foreign involvement in our lives and economy. In dealing with other countries, we must overcome the language barrier, learn about laws and customs, and deal with living style differences. Business education has a responsibility to lead in these areas. (JOW)
Descriptors: Business Education, Cross Cultural Training, Cultural Awareness, Cultural Differences
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Hollandsworth, James G., Jr.; And Others – Personnel Psychology, 1979
In this study, using recruiter ratings of 338 on-campus interviews, correlation of seven variables with the discriminant function indicated that appropriateness of content, fluency of speech, and composure made the greatest contributions toward a favorable employment decision. Implications for job-interview training are discussed. (Author/SJL)
Descriptors: Body Language, Communication Skills, Employer Attitudes, Employment Interviews
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Sabat, Steven R.; Cagigas, Xavier E. – Language & Communication, 1997
The case study of an older woman with Alzheimer's disease shows that while her command of words and syntax had deteriorated, her ability to use other forms of communication had not. Her alternative forms of communication included use of gesture, facial expression, posture, and tone of voice. (MSE)
Descriptors: Alzheimers Disease, Body Language, Case Studies, Communication Disorders
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Chiswick, Barry R.; Miller, Paul W. – READ Perspectives, 1996
Provides a statistical portrait of residents of the United States who speak a language other than English, including the degree of their fluency in English. The analysis is based on the microdata files from the 1990 Census of Population. The data reveal that a continuation of current migration patterns will result in both linguistic concentration…
Descriptors: Census Figures, Change Agents, Demography, English
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