ABSTRACT

It has been argued for some time that to improve language learning in Britain we need to start earlier, as many other European countries do.
This book is addressed to policy makers and teachers who are considering the possibility of getting involved in the teaching of MFL in the primary school.

chapter |8 pages

Introduction

chapter 1|18 pages

Modern foreign languages in the primary school

A fresh start

chapter 4|22 pages

The four language skills

The whole works!

chapter 5|12 pages

Teaching in the target language

chapter 6|16 pages

Classroom connections

chapter 11|16 pages

Modern foreign languages in the primary school in England

Some implications for initial teacher training

chapter 12|16 pages

Developing primary MFL

A teacher-led, community-focused approach