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Pennycook, Alastair – Babel, 2012
The first meeting to discuss the formation of what was to become the Australian Federation of Modern Language Teachers Associations (AFMLTA) was held on 22 August 1961. The AFMLTA then officially commenced on 1 January 1962, so in fact the AFMLTA is not too distant from its 50th anniversary. A particular feature of the AFMLTA is the Keith Horwood…
Descriptors: Foreign Countries, Multilingualism, Bilingual Education, Conferences (Gatherings)
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Kee, Poo-Kong – Babel, 1988
Reports the results of a survey in Adelaide (Australia) concerning public attitudes toward language diversity and the need to teach English and/or second languages to children in the schools. The survey analyzed responses on the basis of respondent's occupation, sex, income, and age, and found a high degree of support for language diversity. (MSE)
Descriptors: Age Differences, Bilingualism, Community Surveys, Cultural Differences
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Cardy, Michael – Babel, 1988
Popular language represents a desire for creative expression, and forms a common bond among people. The use and appreciation of popular culture in the second language classroom, while it should not take the place of "good" grammar and syntax, must not be discouraged. (MSE)
Descriptors: Language Attitudes, Language Styles, Popular Culture, Second Language Instruction