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Developing a Language Curriculum in Afghanistan [microform] / Paul S. Mayerson and M. Zaher Alimi
Bib ID 5336990
Format BookBook, MicroformMicroform, OnlineOnline
Author
Mayerson, Paul S
 
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Description [Washington, D.C.] : Distributed by ERIC Clearinghouse, 1976. 
23 p. 
Summary

This paper outlines ways in which Afghanistan is modernizing its elementary language arts curriculum, changing from the traditional curriculum which stressed rote memorization of academic materials to an approach which encourages active inquiry and problem solving. Initial sections of the paper present background information on Afghanistan and its people and on educational trends in the nation's history. The paper then outlines current goals and objectives in developing language arts curricula and instructional materials, notes the scope and sequence of the language arts program, and describes procedures used in preparing language arts textbooks. Special attention is given to outlining ways in which pupils are taught the two official Afghan languages, Dari and Pashto. The authors present current methodologies for helping pupils to study their first language, then to learn the second official language, and finally to learn a foreign language, usually English. The paper tells how language arts activities are integrated, explains the use of a structured cycle of activities for each text, outlines ways in which materials are field tested and approved, and reports on ways in which school personnel are trained to use the new materials. (GW)

Notes

ERIC Note: Paper presented at the Annual Meeting of the International Reading Association World Congress on Reading (6th, Singapore, August 17-19, 1976).

Educational level discussed: Elementary Education.

Reproduction Microfiche. [Washington D.C.]: ERIC Clearinghouse microfiches : positive. 
Subjects Curriculum Development.  |  Educational History.  |  Educational Objectives.  |  Educational Trends.  |  Elementary Education.  |  Elementary School Curriculum.  |  English (Second Language)  |  Inservice Teacher Education.  |  Instructional Materials.  |  Language Arts.  |  Language Instruction.  |  Afghanistan
Form/genre Speeches/Meeting Papers.
Other authors/contributors Alimi, M. Zaher, author
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