Lists words students commonly find difficult to understand when reading Shakespeare's drama and suggests a solution to the problem. (RB)

Describes a method for analyzing "Tom Jones," emphasizing an historical approach which also reveals much about the culture of eighteenth century England. (RB)

THIS TEST--"LEGENDS OF KING ARTHUR"--WAS DESIGNED BY THE OREGON CURRICULUM STUDY CENTER FOR A NINTH-GRADE LITERATURE CURRICULUM. IT IS INTENDED TO ACCOMPANY CURRICULUM UNITS AVAILABLE AS ED 010 813 AND ED 010 814. (MM)

THIS TEST--"THE MERCHANT OF VENICE"--WAS DESIGNED BY THE OREGON CURRICULUM STUDY CENTER FOR A NINTH-GRADE LITERATURE CURRICULUM. IT IS INTENDED TO ACCOMPANY CURRICULUM UNITS AVAILABLE AS ED 010 815 AND ED 010 816. (MM)

Intended as a supplement to a standard text on English language history, this collection of 14 Old, 14 Middle, and 10 Early Modern English passages is designed to help the student understand for himself (through examination of concrete examples) the linguistic principles and conclusions discussed in texts and lectures. Suggestive questions are…

Distressing the classics can be avoided by avoiding three biases in the most commonly taught research program for literary historiography: (1) the bias of bibliography; (2) the bias of antiquarianism; and (3) the bias against social and behavioral sciences. Successful interpretation of text is possible when recognized as being context-dependent,…

Describes the English program and the role it plays at Doane College, Nebraska. (JK)

Offers two rules that should be followed in order to successfully teach Shakespeare's plays in a classroom setting. (DF)

Examines the rhythms of prose, cites several methods of determining language patterns, and concludes that the English language is basically a balanced language. (RB)

Describes how an integrated eighth grade class became interested in drama and explains how they studied and produced two of Shakespeare's plays. (SW)

Relates how one teacher helped another overcome his prejudice against his American Indian students by showing him that English literature--even "Beowulf"--can be as valid in the curriculum as Native American literature. (JL)

Outlines the life of Frances Hodgson Burnett, author of "The Secret Garden." Argues that it not only tells an enthralling tale, but takes readers on a journey through the history of English literature. Discusses the gothic tradition and romanticism of "The Secret Garden." Lists classic elements in the book and offers five ideas…

Claudia Klein Felske, a high school English teacher, has created a vital dramatic experience in the classroom with the help of a guest workshop leader. The three activities, such as how to read William Shakespeare, Metaphor Theater and character cacophony, which helped students to experience the intensity of language and discover ramifications of…

This collection of 32 reviews commissioned for the College English Association between 1974 and 1976 is designed as a guide for the college English professor who wishes to be familiar with new books in the field. The texts and studies reviewed deal with topics as diverse as the teaching of writing, literary studies of particular works, periods, or…