The author suggests some methods to encourage the language student to improvise his oral answers to class questions. One way is to have the student make up fanciful answers, the other is to use key words in sentences relating to a text. (CK)

A glossary and a set of translations are contained in this volume which is to be used with the authors'"Reading in Somali An Elementary Cultural Reader." Two types of translation are presented for each lesson; a literal translation and an English translation which presents the substance of the selection in standard English sentence patterns. The…

Describes early experience of learning through listening to foreign language broadcasts. (RS)

IN ORDER TO DETERMINE WHETHER EXTENSIVE PRIOR LISTENING PRACTICE IN A LANGUAGE COURSE WOULD HAVE ANY BENEFITS IN DEVELOPING SPEAKING AND AURAL COMPREHENSION SKILLS, 19 U.S. ARMY OFFICERS SCHEDULED TO GO TO VIETNAM WERE DIVIDED INTO TWO GROUPS THAT PARTICIPATED IN A SELF-INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAMED COURSE IN ELEMENTARY VIETNAMESE LASTING 83 HOURS. THE…

Looks at the findings from studies in educational broadcasting and communication research for data on the effectiveness of video in second language acquisition and foreign language teaching. This study identifies findings which have a bearing on the comprehensibility of video and the relationship between aural and visual channels. (Author/SED)

The use of shortwave radio in the French class is discussed. Programing, receiving equipment, problems and suggestions for improving students' skills are described. (CHK)

The article deals with various interference factors affecting aural perception and articulation, such as: similarity of the foreign sound to the native sound, different combinations, differences of articulation, significance of correct perception of sounds, etc. (Text is in German.) (IFS/WGA)

Some aural activities are described that can help language students with their listening comprehension. They include dictation, a "who am I?" exercise, sketch-drawing, chart completion, a comparison exercise, and a flow diagram. (LB)

This study investigated the learning styles of adult English as a second language (ESL) students in Northwest Arkansas. Learning style differences by age, gender, and country of origin were explored. A total of 69 northwest Arkansas adult ESL students attending 7 adult-education centers were administered the VARK Learning Styles Questionnaire.…

Examines the validity of picture-type parallel tests of aural ability as a measure of aural language dominance for bilingual students. Relationship with various criterion measures is explored, as is relationship to length of residence in continental United States. Results suggest that such testing is a promising technique. (Author/HMV)

Studies of second language acquisition have concentrated primarily on the speech production of their subjects. This article discusses the relationship between speech directed to the learner and his speech production. (Author/KM)

Describes a practical approach to using a microcomputer for controlling a random access audio device for providing flexible interactive practice in foreign language listening comprehension. The audio passages available at a given point in a lesson are determined by the lesson author and can include hints, translations, cultural notes, and slower…

Listening comprehension exercises in second language instruction are expected to: (1) increase students' efficiency at message extraction, and (2) lead to assimilation of new vocabulary and expressions. Data from a small experiment using such exercises illustrate the distinctions drawn and the limitations. (CHK)