A chapter-by-chapter analysis of Wilga Rivers' textbook, "Teaching Foreign-Language Skills," is introduced by an address which focuses on the background, assumptions, and problems in writing the study. An overview of the educational scene and Dr. Rivers' work is also included. Chapters deal with: (1) objectives and methods, (2) the audiolingual…

This is a summary of a report investigating the way verb forms are treated in four audiovisual or audiolingual methods (textbooks) for the teaching of introductory English as a second language. The methods under investigation are: (1) "Methode Audio-visuelle d'Anglais, 1," Filipovic; (2) "My Friend Tony--Pratique Audio-Orale des Structures, "…

Advocates the use of sociological topics, such as North American Indians, in teaching English in Grades 5-10. Criticizes five texts currently used in various types of German schools for their stereotyped approach, and suggests certain supplementary texts as antidotes. (Text is in German.) (IFS/WGA)

This volume is the first of a series of annotated bibliographies describing the library holdings of the Bilingual Education Service Center in Arlington Heights, Illinois. In addition to providing a representative sampling of available materials, this bibliography could be useful in the preliminary selection of instructional and resource tools.…

This paper examines three ways in which the Spanish imperfect and preterite are theoretically conceptualized and how such conceptions are realized practically in elementary Spanish textbooks. An attempt is made to present the three approaches as constituting a theoretical progression rather than viewing them as isolated treatments of the same…

Four major considerations in the selection of materials for foreign language instruction are examined in this article. The goals of the program, scope of the course, time to begin instruction, and acquisition of materials are discussed. Enumerated criteria, accepted by the California State Board of Education, for evaluation of pupil textbooks,…

The first part of this bibliography is a compilation of resumes of documents in the field of English for speakers of other languages which have appeared in "Research in Education" mainly during 1969-70. Contents (bibliographical entries with full abstracts) are in three general categories: Background, Methodology, and Classroom Materials, which…

This annotated bibliography of integrated FLES materials in French, Spanish, and German is designed to help teachers and administrators select classroom materials. Each of the major sections lists principal publishers and programs with current prices for each component. Subclassifications discuss: (1) time allotment, (2) teacher training…

Sweden makes great effort to teach every citizen English. However, the simplistic views of language teaching which fad and folklore promote have made it difficult to achieve cumulative, verifiable improvements in teaching. This report briefly reviews previous systems of quantitative, partially automated analysis of language teaching materials…

This article surveys a sample of first-year college Spanish textbooks published in the 1970s. The textbooks are analyzed on the basis of the following components: grammar, exercises, pronunciation, language skills, vocabulary, review sections, culture, dialogues, special features, workbooks, and contents of the instructor's manual. (CFM)

The importance of text materials in foreign language classrooms is a crucial issue and choosing a textbook and supplementary materials becomes a major area of concern for every foreign language teacher. While factors both external and internal to the school narrow the possibility of choice, several points must be considered in the selection…

"English for American Indians" is a newsletter intended for teachers and other educators involved with teaching English in the educational system of the BIA (Bureau of Indian Affairs); it is also of interest to those involved in the general field of teaching English to speakers of other languages. This publication is part of the…

This list of 79 sets of teaching materials for French language instruction contains only those available in Britain which have a recorded element on disc or tape and/or visual components. Those listed are designed primarily for teaching language skills. Some reading materials with accompanying discs or tapes are included; however, recordings of…

This list of 16 sets of teaching materials for Italian language instruction contains only those available in Britain which have a recorded element on disc or tape and/or visual components. Those listed are designed primarily for teaching language skills. Some reading materials with accompanying discs or tapes are included; however, recordings of…

This list of 66 sets of teaching materials for German language instruction contains only those available in Britain which have a recorded element on disc or tape and/or visual components. Those listed are designed primarily for teaching language skills. Some reading materials with accompanying discs or tapes are included; however, recordings of…