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Peer reviewedEdwards, Walter F. – English Language Teaching Journal, 1981
Describes phonology and grammar differences between Amerindian languages and English to show difficulties in teaching English as a second language to Amerindian children in Guyana. Suggests prerequisites and characteristics of English language teaching programs necessary for a well-grounded program. (BK)
Descriptors: American Indian Languages, American Indians, Contrastive Linguistics, English (Second Language)
