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Preface by Vera F. Birkenbihl
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Preface by Nathalie V. Fairbanks
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I. Contrasting Traditional Approaches to Language Learning and the Birkenbihl Approach
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1. The 4 Steps of Conventional Approaches
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Step 1: Vocabulary Memorization
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Step 2: Attempting to understand the lesson
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Step 3: Pronouncing
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Step 4: Practicing / Grammar exercises
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2. Birkenbihl Approach vs. Conventional Approaches: Fundamental Differences
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3. The 4 Steps of the Birkenbihl Approach: Using “Brain-Friendly” Learning
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Step 1: Decoding - Understanding the Meaning of Words
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Step 2: Active Listening
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Step 3: Passive Listening
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Step 4: Integration
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II. Studies and Experience Applying the Birkenbihl Approach in the Classroom
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1. Study I: Teaching English in Chinatown I
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I. Project Description
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II. Creating the Materials
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III. Designing a Test
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IV. Teaching with the Birkenbihl Method
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V. Testing
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VI. Conclusion
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2. Study II: Teaching English in Chinatown: Indochina Sino-American Community Center
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I. Setting of the Study
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II. The Study and the Lesson Plans
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III. Results
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IV. Challenges and Outlook
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3. Observations: Teaching German in U.S. Colleges
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III. Outlook
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IV. Resources
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VI. Acknowledgments
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Appendix I: Listening Comprehension Test
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Appendix II: Sample ESL Lesson for Chinese speakers
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