This article expresses the need in foreign language instruction to narrow the gap between the study of literature and language studies. It suggests presenting literature not only in the written form, but by means of other semiotic systems. The literature specifically dealt with is that of the song-poem. (CLK)

This article outlines a method for teaching French literature to high school students, specifically using "L'Etranger" by Camus. The method has three basic components: an introductory study of selected excerpts, reading and discussion of the entire novel, and preparation and correction of an essay. (CLK)

In a college-level introductory French literature course, one teacher uses a highly structured curriculum of lecture, class discussion, written assignments, improvisation, and dramatic performance. This approach encourages students to practice all language skills while learning to become independent critical readers and interpret literary works as…