The discussion of standards in this article reveals a number of common features. First, they all focus on macro-level statements about teachers' professional work rather than attempting to detail what that work may be based on. Second, they do not make specifications about the nature and standard of relevant disciplinary knowledge (as would be the…

Discusses the teaching of languages in primary schools and creation of a foreign language curriculum within the primary school setting. Curriculum development considerations are discussed, including content, methods, and resources needed, teacher development, and the long-term outlook for this type of education. (nine references) (GLR)