A French immersion program in Brazil took a group of adults to a mountain retreat for a weekend of intensive language use through fantasy scenarios. (MSE)

The structure of a course designed to teach oral communicative competence is outlined, and the approach to evaluation is discussed. Evaluation includes both a criterion test and a specific oral task that students must accomplish. (MSE)

A collaborative effort of French and West German radio produced a series of programs providing French language instruction and practice. The programs consist of dialogues, exercises, civilization, and an authentic cultural document. (MSE)

Discusses a program outline for French language instruction covering the first four years of study and five levels. The GLAFLL program (Graded Levels of Achievement in Foreign Language Learning), under study at the Education Center of Edinburgh, is based on the communicative competence approach and stresses student participation. (MES)

A French language program for Mexican children established by the Franco-Mexican Alliance uses penpal correspondence to motivate language learning. Age-appropriate and balanced learning activities and a well-articulated progression of courses make this a successful approach for children. (MSE)

Because of common economic and technological constraints such as the lack of advanced equipment and pre-existence of other media, instructional television does not promise to be a significant presence in Europe for at least several more years. Careful consideration of the potential for international cooperation in educational television and its…