The relationship between the first and second foreign languages was found to be the most critical aspect of curriculum policy. The most likely way forward seemed to be to offer languages other than French more frequently as first or equal first languages. Language Materials Development Unit, Univ. of York, 1989. Handbook and 6 videocassettes. The material is arranged according to a chronological sequence of how diversification might take effect in a school.
Languages featured are French, German, Spanish and Italian.
Provides the evidence on which teachers can decide if diversification is right for them. It looks at the factors which affect children's learning in this area and at the managerial issues both within and outside the school. It argues that the decision must take into consideration pupil motivation and accessibility as well as particular local staffing strengths. Includes references to the second foreign language. Diversification and the National Curriculum.