The future of the profession: Where do we go from here?

For this last topic, please use my opening question for each article as a springboard for your discussion. Each person should post an initial contentful response to the opening question for each article, then comment at least four more times on others' posts (2 comments for each article). The articles can be found on our OnCourse site under "Resources".

To keep threads organized, please give your posts a transparent title that includes the words "Siskin" or "MLA" so we know which article is being discussed.

1. Le francais est mort: vive le francais! (Siskin at al.)

Language departments at all levels of instruction (elementary, secondary, and university) are facing declining enrollments in French. Many departments are looking to hire people to revitalize their programs. Based on your understanding of the Siskin article, what might explain the declining enrollments in French, and what might we do as a profession to combat this trend? (Please cite specific information and provide concrete ideas).