Article addressed itself to the dissatisfaction bred by changes in curriculum and learning method as well as the need for students to be aware of learning that is relevant to their own interests. (RK)

The authors' research indicates that participants' reaction to training experiences, while it may provide valuable feedback for program modifications, is not sufficient to demonstrate that the training experience has indeed been worthwhile to the organization footing the bill; evaluation should be carried out at several levels and at several…

The article analyzes and evaluates TORI as a method of helping women deal with change and grow toward their potential as humans; a specific group method under the general heading of sensitivity/personal growth groups, TORI brings together 100 or more participants for a specific period of time (generally a weekend) in a minimal structure and with…

Reports on the progress made in Nigeria in the area of French curriculum development and teacher education. (AM)

Stresses the advantages of contract grading to both students and teachers. A sample contract defines behavioral objectives on various cognitive levels. (MH)

Proposes two kinds of contract grading criteria relating to preparation and measurement of assignment objectives. (MH)

Presents a study of a comical sketch and ways in which it can be used in French instruction; primarily for language instruction at elementary levels, and for cultural instruction at more advanced levels. (Text is in French.) (AM)

Recommendations are made for a curriculum in first year language introductory courses in New South Wales high schools which would place greater emphasis on cultural understanding than on language itself. A sample course outline is given and suggestions for group and individual activity given. (RM)

The article defines the word-ordering problems that American students encounter while studying Russian, and underlines the necessity and feasibility of presenting basic concepts of word-order to beginning students. A specific method which stresses oral drill is outlined. Some results are discussed. (CLK)

The article outlines the need to eliminate rote-learning and pure imitative strategies in second language learning, particularly in the areas of syntax and semantics. Theoretical foundations for this need are discussed, with reference to the coding hypothesis for memory functions in language learning. Results of experimental investigations are…

The paper proposes to clarify the role of the learner's native language in the acquisition of new words in foreign language learning for adults. Specifically, the relative effectiveness of monolingual and bilingual glossaries is explored by means of experimentation, showing that bilingual glossaries yield superior results. Related research is…

Teaching method used in case study in which students could begin to confront the implications of their beliefs about the political and social system, and its results. (Author/ND)

Survey of historical evidence concerning role of teaching among American political scientists, emphasizing teaching of college undergraduates with students' sociopolitical perspectives foremost in mind. (Author/ND)

To be an effective counselor, it is important to be familiar with job requirements, evaluate a student's school work but also look outside the class to his ability on the job, and be aware that time spent in any honorable field of endeavor will only enrich the total person. (AG)