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Multiculturalism through the Core Curriculum: Implications of Introducing Languages Other than English into the Primary Core Curriculum.
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Richards, David – Babel: International Journal of Translation, 1985
Assuming that multilingualism is a precondition for cross-cultural sensitivity, discusses ways to introduce foreign languages into the primary school. These are (1) by integrating the language with other subjects; (2) by teaching it as a discrete subject; and (3) by teaching it in a bilingual program. (SED)
Descriptors: Bilingual Education, Cultural Awareness, Elementary Education, FLES
Some Experiences with Primary School German in Melbourne--A First Report
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Clyne, Michael – Babel: Journal of the Australian Federation of Modern Language Teachers' Associations, 1977
A first report on an attempt to introduce a second language, specifically German, in four state schools in Australia. The rationale, details about the program, a summary of the teaching, the relationship between FLES, bilingual education and general language programs, and the question of continuity are discussed. (AMH)
Descriptors: Bilingual Education, Elementary Education, FLES, German