International Auxiliary Language Association - Annual Meeting - 1927 Executive Secretary Annual Report Excerpts

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Excerpts from the International Auxiliary Language Association’s Annual Report of the Executive Secretary cover the organization and proceedings of the Annual Meeting held March 19, 1928 in New York. The text summarizes historical milestones from League of Nations consideration of auxiliary language teaching to the creation of IALA, its early program development, and research initiatives. It outlines the committees and advisory boards responsible for educational, linguistic, and sociological research projects and describes how these efforts were structured with finance and executive administration.

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The Annual Meeting

Annual Report of Executive Secretary for 1927

Organisation of IALA in 1927

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FAQs

When was the Annual Meeting of IALA held and where?

It was held on March 19, 1928, at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Dave Hennen Morris in New York City.

Which person presented the Annual Report for 1927?

Dr. Herbert N. Shenton, Executive Secretary, presented the Annual Report for the year 1927.

How were research responsibilities organized in 1927?

Educational Research was handled by the Committee on Auxiliary Language Study; Linguistic Research by the Committee on Cooperative Service and Research; and Sociological Research by a committee directed by the Executive Secretary, supported by advisory boards and coordinated with finance and executive administration.

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