One teacher's experience using student-written texts as a basis for testing other students has become a good way of integrating the four language skills in a natural progression and in pinpointing students' language weaknesses. Using students' texts has also reinforced the importance of choosing visual materials carefully. (MSE)

Examines the strengths and weaknesses of traditional pattern drills while arguing for continued use of the language laboratory. (RL)

Reports on the results of an extensive survey of foreign language teacher trainees to determine their attitudes, social and educational future, teacher preparation courses, and future professional expectations. (DS)

Contends that secondary school students lose their appeal for French as they advance in school. Suggests that French teachers endeavor to motivate students by focusing more attention on their students and less on their own credentials. (DS)

Revised version of a paper read at La Trobe University Language Teaching Seminar, Bundoora, Victoria, Australia, in April 1972. (DS)

Abridged version of lecture presented at an in-service training course sponsored by the Modern Language Teachers' Association (Australia) at Hobart, Australia, July 13-14, 1972. (DS)