This volume investigates the complex intersection of administrative strategy and pedagogical theory required to effectively manage foreign language programs in academic settings. The authors, Gillian Lord, Judith E. Liskin-Gasparro, and Manel Lacorte, leverage their extensive expertise in second language acquisition and educational policy to bridge the gap between abstract linguistic research and the daily operational demands of program directors. By synthesizing diverse perspectives from applied linguistics and language policy, the text provides a structured framework for navigating the logistical and instructional challenges inherent in modern language departments.

The text serves as a comprehensive, specialized resource for professionals and graduate students tasked with the administration of language programs. Its focus on the synthesis of theory and practice suggests a high level of utility for those seeking to ground their administrative decisions in established linguistic research.