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Minchin, Elizabeth – Vox, 1992
Examines reasons for studying Latin, noting resistance to such study in Australia. A civilization component is considered essential in Latin study to make students understand cultural context. Studying Latin can benefit all students by opening the door to learning other languages and to language in general. (SM)
Descriptors: Classical Literature, Cultural Context, Foreign Countries, Higher Education
Wykes, O.; King, M. G. – 1969
This document is an English-language abstract (approximately 1,500 words) of a survey concerning the teaching of foreign languages in Australia. Experimental research into the validity of the various aims and claims for foreign language teaching is summarized, and the authors conclude that while much research has been done on cognitive aspects,…
Descriptors: Abstracts, Audiovisual Aids, Educational Objectives, French
