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The December 2001 issue offers:

TEACHER OF THE YEAR: Language Magazine invites nominations for its inaugural Teacher of the Year Award.

FOCUS: Dr. Joanne Collie explains how literature can help in teaching second language learners. Using literature in the K-12 classroom: Michele Alperin explores what’s on offer and talks to teachers experienced in using these materials.

SPECIAL REPORT: Arnie Cooper interviews Terrance Flynn who teaches ESL students in lower Manhattan.

DIALECTS: Barbara Johnstone and Scott Kiesling discuss the idiosyncrasies of "Pittsburghese".

LITERACY EDUCATION: H. Samy Alim explores the potential of utilizing hip hop and rap music in the classroom.

TESTING: Robert J. Dickey examines the effectiveness of student self-assessments. Vicky Kyriakakou surveys some of the available TOEFL test prep materials.

STUDY ABROAD: A new survey suggests demand for international education still remains strong since the September 11th terrorist attacks. Dan Ward offers advice on getting the most out of short-term immersion programs.

ELECTRONIC EDUCATION: Françoise Roy describes how an online learning project in Canada is enabling students with proficiency in two languages to acquire ability in a third tongue. Plus all the latest news from the world of multimedia software, products and services.

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