A series of programmes designed to give listeners with no previous knowledge of the language a thorough grounding in basic Italian, through the medium of simple conversations and readings.

The lessons presented by Luisa Rapaccini based on her book Parlo Italiano, a text book for beginners
Assisted by Ariella Reggio and Andrea Tacchi
Devised and produced by Elsie Ferguson
An essential adjunct to the lessons, a special eighty-two page pamphlet containing the readings, points of grammar and syntax, and vocabulary, can be obtained, price 4s., through booksellers and newsagents, or direct by sending a crossed postal order for 4s. (not stamps, please to [address removed]
An Italian pronunciation record has also been prepared, to provide listeners to this course with a permanent aid to the correct pronunciation of the language. It can also be obtained from BBC Publications at the above address, price 3s. 6d. plus 9d. for inland postage and packing.

Some variations in babies' ability to learn by M. L. Johnson Abercrombie
Babies learn, children, animals and machines learn - and machines nowadays teach! Children learn skills, algebra, attitudes. How? Children fail to learn. Why? As much as possible of fact and theory will be offered in this new series. Today's speaker is engaged on research into perception in handicapped children.
Three Friends Talking

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