Methods of Teaching Modern Languages (Classic Reprint) - Hardcover

A. Marshall Elliott

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 0365501786 ISBN 13: 9780365501787

Publisher: Forgotten Books, 2018

Synopsis

Modern languages deserve a serious place in higher education—and this work makes the case with clear, practical arguments.

It surveys long-standing attitudes, reviews how languages are taught, and suggests what a fair, effective approach should look like in colleges and schools.

This nonfiction study examines the tension between classical language study and modern language learning. It questions traditional neglect, highlights the need for trained teachers, and weighs methods that emphasize speaking, reading, and translation. The author proposes concrete aims for students and a more accountable, disciplined approach to language education.

• Why modern languages should be treated as a legitimate college discipline rather than a secondary subject
• The importance of qualified, well‑prepared teachers and fair opportunities in language departments
• A balanced view of translation and oral practice, with practical guidance for classrooms
• Specific student outcomes to target, including observation, pronunciation, and clear thinking

Ideal for readers of education history, pedagogy, and language‑learning theory seeking a grounded, reflective view of how modern languages fit into the broader curriculum.

Edition details

• Publisher: Forgotten Books
• Publication date: 2018
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0365501786
• ISBN 13: 9780365501787
• Binding: Hardcover
• Number of pages: 234