Foreign languages
There are literally thousands of languages spoken in the
world. In the United States, the most commonly spoken
language is English: 82% of the population speaks
English as their native language, and it is the common
denominator for everyday life. The second largest
language in the United States is Spanish; approximately
12% of people in the United States speak Spanish as
either their first or second language.
Why should you learn a foreign language?
Those who can speak one or more foreign languages as
well as their native language have many advantages. From
a business perspective, it can be quite beneficial to
know foreign languages in order to connect and network
with people from all over the globe. From a cultural
perspective, learning a foreign language gives you a
chance to experience an entirely different culture in a
very intimate way. A cultural is deeply integrated with
its language, so to truly experience it you have to
speak the foreign language. Speaking a foreign language
can be a highly enriching experience. Learning a foreign
language can also be a lot of fun, and give the student
a great feeling of accomplishment. Of course, it is true
that you can get by in most places in the world by
speaking English. Indeed, while only 370 million people
speak English as their native language, approximately
1.5 billion people all over the globe speak English as a
second language. And because these English speakers are
focused in business and tourism industries, you can
usually get by. But in an increasingly globalized world,
just getting by is no longer enough.
How do you learn a foreign language?
The best way to learn a foreign language is to start
young – the younger the better. Indeed, the ultimate
goal of learning a foreign language is to be able to
speak, not as if you were speaking a second language,
but as a native speaker, and this can only really happen
if you learn the language from a very young age. Of
course, for many people this is no longer an option.
Aside from the obvious step of taking formal classes,
either in person or online, you can try immersing
yourself in the foreign language. There is a huge
variety of foreign language audio CDs available. Or find
reading material in the language you are trying to
learn. Of course, this will be easier if the foreign
language is related to a langue you already know. For
example, if you speak English you will recognize a lot
of the words used in a French newspaper. If you pick up
a newspaper written in Arabic, however, you would likely
not even know where to begin. No matter how you are
attempting to learn a foreign language, the key is
practice, practice and practice. Try to use the foreign
language as much as possible, speak it, listen to it,
and write it whenever you can. It is especially
important to communicate with native speakers. Foreign
languages are living, breathing skills that need to be
used to thrive, so get out there and start talking
maintenant!
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Review Our Directory for Government Language Courses
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Our Best Web Links For Government Language Courses
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1. Admission Requirements
... Courses in English, history, humanities, culture and language, government, the sciences, mathematics, and health prepare students with basic speaking, reading, writing, and analytical skills as well ...
http://www.business.uca.edu/dean/admissionreqs.htm |
2. GCIS: FAQs
... GCIS? A: Certificates are generally awarded for courses that are longer than two weeks, i.e. from 120 ... ... methods include: government material written in simple language government material ...
http://www.gcis.gov.za/faq/ |
3. Academics: General Information
... advanced classes with additional work. Other courses are designated as Advanced Placement because ... ... English Literature and Composition French Language Government and Politics Latin Physics C Spanish ...
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4. Peru Links
... FINDERS HOTELS TRAVEL RELATED LINKS LANGUAGE COURSES SPORTS NEWS GENERAL Ticketlocator Full service ... ... Traveling Tips, History and Culture, Language, Government, Climate, Entry Requirements, Tourist ...
http://www.enjoyperu.com/links_01.html |
5. http://www.afnyouth.ca/article/student-resource-page-124.asp
... The courses offered in Mi'kmaq Studies include but are not limited to Language, Government, Culture, History, and Rights. CBU is also home to the only integrative science program in which science is ...
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6. Using your language skills: Government
... Prospects Login Register Jobs by email or text Courses by e-mail or text What jobs would suit me ... ... ARE IN ªHomepage > Usingyourlanguageskills > Government Using your language skills ...
http://www.prospects.ac.u .../government/p!eFjkaLl |
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http://www.professorlamp.com/ed/TEA/AP.html
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8. ATA 46th Annual Conference
... She has been teaching courses in court and community ... is currently the director of language services at Multicultural ... facilitation for schools, government agencies, and social ...
http://www.atanet.org/con ...f2005/speakerbios.htm |
9. English courses Malta
... Administration Secretarial Law Diplomacy Government Language Course Information English Course ... ... start Every Monday Language level All Course prices Click here Home|School|Courses|Leisure ...
http://www.learn-english- ...ne-to-one-course.html |
10. Learn English in Wanaka - Learn english in New Zealand - Paul Johnson
Courses for 2006 now enrolling at Lake Wanaka Language Centre. Contact us now for more course ... ... in universities, private schools and non-government organisations around the world, particularly ...
http://www.wanaka-english ...ntent&task=view&id=22 |
11. About Us
... videos, and tapes) are made available all year long through support from the French government. Thai Language courses for AIT students, faculty and staff are offered for a modest fee each semester ...
http://www.clet.ait.ac.th/aboutus.htm |
12. Wagmatcook Culture & Heritage Centre
... about our people -- including culture, language, government and economy -- select from the links ... ... and events, such as world-class golf courses, historical sites, accommodations and a ...
http://www.wagmatcook.com/location.php |
13. Academy (Admission Requirements)
... Language, Economics , Mathematics , and either Government or Geography None DEPARTMENT OF GEOGRAPHY FACULTY OF BUSINESS & SOCIAL SCIENCES ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS FOR B.Sc. (Hons) GEOGRAHPY Courses ...
http://www.unilorin.edu.n ...Academy_Admission.htm |
14. HomeEspana Spanish Property - Moving to Spain
... Once you take up residence there are several Government run language courses available in the cities and the provinces which are very reasonably priced. Unless you are retiring to Spain you will need ...
http://www.homeespana.co.uk/moving/index.asp |
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