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Homer, Merlin – TESL Talk, 1977
There has been an exile of literature from the English as a second language curriculum. Language is a small part of the communication that takes place in a culture. Cultural complexities in literature are valuable for the teaching of second language students. Teaching suggestions and references are provided. (SW)
Descriptors: Canadian Literature, Cultural Context, Cultural Education, Cultural Enrichment
Commons, Brian – TESL Talk, 1976
This article suggests that the conventional Canadian History course be changed in order to capitalize on the experiences of the ESL (English as a Second Language) students. Such a course would be more meaningful not only for immigrant students but also for Canadian students. (CFM)
Descriptors: Course Content, Cross Cultural Studies, Cultural Enrichment, Curriculum Development
Sampson, Gloria P. – TESL Talk, 1988
Discusses two principles of the experiential learning approach as it pertains to English-as-a-second-language instruction in Canada: (1) learning is an emotional experience that entails personal investment; and (2) to learn is to change. (Author/CB)
Descriptors: Affective Behavior, Cultural Enrichment, English (Second Language), Experiential Learning
