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Miller, Patrick W. – 1981
Noting that educators are surrounded by a vast array of communication processes that involve many avenues of expression, this booklet argues that nonverbal communication is an often ignored, but powerful, aid that can be used to enhance the learning environment. Following an introduction to the subject of nonverbal communication, the booklet…
Descriptors: Body Language, Classroom Communication, Communication Skills, Elementary Secondary Education
Kroll, Barry M., Ed.; Vann, Roberta J., Ed. – 1981
The 13 chapters in this volume explore what is known and what still needs to be learned about the complex relationships between speaking and writing. The first chapter in the book provides a detailed overview of linguistic studies of oral and written language relationships. The next three chapters focus on the relationships between children's oral…
Descriptors: Developmental Stages, English (Second Language), Hearing Impairments, Language Acquisition
Bostrom, Robert N., Ed.; Westley, Bruce H., Ed. – 1983
The seventh in a series providing yearly reviews and syntheses of developments in the field of communication, this volume contains disciplinary reviews and commentaries on topics of general interest to scholars and researchers and discussions of current research in a variety of areas. The 40 articles in the volume are arranged according to the…
Descriptors: Communication Research, Communication (Thought Transfer), Cultural Awareness, Foreign Countries
Garcia, Ricardo L. – 1976
The purpose of bilingual education is to increase the academic ability and success of the student through the use of the native language as the principal instrument of instruction. The aim is for the student to develop appropriate academic attitudes towards, practical aptitudes in, and a knowledge of the target language. The pamphlet explores…
Descriptors: Acculturation, Bilingual Education, Class Activities, Community Involvement
Singleton, David – 1989
This book provides an overview of research and thinking on age-related dimensions of language acquisition, intended for students, researchers, and educators with some experience in linguistics and applied linguistics. The first chapter introduces the variety of issues associated with age and language acquisition. Chapter 2 examines the evidence…
Descriptors: Adult Education, Age Differences, Aging (Individuals), Cognitive Development