Number 1 This issue features an article on U.S. Poet Laureates and contains contemporary American poems and a lesson plan on reading, writing, and performing poetry. Other articles discuss reading strategies, teaching politically correct language, and using comic strips and radio programs in the classroom.
Number 2 This special issue is about teaching English to young learners. It covers a variety of topics and features a special section with songs for children and photos to use with the songs.
Number 3 Quilting, a traditional American craft, is the subject of the feature article in this issue. Other articles discuss error correction and feedback in EFL writing classes, using multimedia technology for teaching EFL, teaching large classes with few materials, and cooperative listening.
Number 4 A feature article called “Newspapers in America” headlines this issue. That article is complemented by a lesson plan on “Using Journalism Skills in the Language Classroom.” Also included in this issue are articles on creating positive attitudes toward EFL, constructivism, teacher research, translation and foreign language reading comprehension, and a classroom activity usingRomeo and Juliet.
