The Perception and the Reality : French is not a foreign language in Maine, so why is it taught like one?
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Title
The Perception and the Reality : French is not a foreign language in Maine, so why is it taught like one?
Description
Article on the teaching of the French language in various parts of the state of Maine. A brief explanation of the different ways by which French is conceived - its dialects, its geographies, its socioculture. Differing opinions relative to these stated varieties on how French should be taught to Maine's native speakers. The place of certain Maine dialects of the French language in schools that opt to teach Parisian locution and diction. How language diversity is faring in Maine schools, and the hopes of many public commentators for its vitality. Newspaper cover reads, "Who says Maine French isn't real French?"
Creator
Nyhan, Pat
Date
1984 December 14
Contributor
Ayres, Christopher (photographs)
Language
English
Type
Newspaper Article
Coverage
1984, Maine
Contribution Form
Zotero
ISSN
0025-0783
Issue
11
Pages
2-4
Place
Topsham, Maine
Publication Title
Maine Times
Volume
17