Observations on the Question of General Language

The Predictive Value of General Science

“…Predictive value was claimed for generallanguage, to cite one instance, but this contention had to be abandoned or at least greatly modified in the light of studies by Kaulfers. (3,4) Similarly, the usefulness of general science in forecasting the probable success of pupils in later science courses has been advanced as a justification for the inclusion of the subject in the school program. Many principals, teachers, counselors and others associated with guidance have based their advice, in largc measure, upon the mark earned in general scicncc when assisting pupils to decide how much, science to include upon their senior high school programs.…”

An Analysis and Evaluation of General Language; The Language Arts Survey Course

“…This brings the student into contact with the larger problems of nationalism and internationalism and should develop toleration and a desire to further and establish peace and thereby do away with war. e. A General Language course will help to improve one's English (3). In some General Language courses one half of the time is spent on strengthening and building up the student's English.…”