Why learn another language?
Here’s an interesting article from Cambridge: How learning a new language changes your brain
“To learn a language is to have one more window from which to look at the world.” – Chinese Proverb
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Languages Awards Criteria
In order to be considered for an excellence award in languages learning, the following criteria must be met: ‘G’ standing 80% or higher Uses the target language to effectively communicate with others Active member of the classroom community Demonstrates strengths outlined in the Core Competencies Takes initiative to further their language learning Cumulative; cut-off date will be in April
Explore – French travel opportunity
If you are interested in a 5-week French-Language bursary program, visit this website: www.myexplore.ca Explore is a five-week intensive language-immersion course for students who have completed at least Grade 11. This year, for the first time they are also offering a 3-week Explore program for full time students (Canadian or Permanent Residents) who are 13-15 years old! Participants in Explore receive a $2000 bursary (taxable income) that covers tuition fees for the courses, instructional materials, meals and accommodations, workshops and other mandatory activities. Some…
Explore – French language travel opportunity!!
If you are interested in a 5-week French-Language bursary program, visit this website: www.myexplore.ca Explore is a five-week intensive language-immersion course for students who have completed at least Grade 11. You can take the course in the spring or summer,whichever you prefer. You can also have a job for the rest of the summer, if you wish. Participants in Explore receive a $2000 bursary (taxable income) that covers tuition fees for the courses, instructional materials, meals and accommodations, workshops and other mandatory activities….
Pronunciation vs Fluency
Accurate pronunciation is a very important aspect of language learning. However, studies show that fluency is actually more important when it comes to understanding a speaker. See http://phys.org/news/2014-05-fluency-outweighs-pronunciation-non-native-english.html for more information.
The Benefits of Multilingualism
Click here to read an article on the many benefits of multilingualism
10 Superb Psychological Advantages of Learning Another Language
“Benefits of learning a second language include brain growth, staving off dementia, boosting memory, improving attention and more…” Click here to read the full article