STUDYING A WORLD LANGUAGE
HELPS YOU…
1. … increase global understanding and make better connections with other people, their culture, values and traditions.
2. … further an understanding of yourself and your own culture.
3. … sharpen cognitive and life skills that benefit you academically. Studies show world language students tend to perform significantly better on standardized tests.
4. … expand study abroad options.
5. … improve chances of entry into colleges or university admission after graduation. 2 to 3 years are required by most, but 4 years are strongly recommended.
6. … develop an appreciation for international literature, music, and film.
7. … enhance career opportunities, improve employment potential and have greater job flexibility. Competency in a world language is one of the top 5 skills needed in today’s job market.
8. … increase native language ability of English. Learning a world language improves mental flexibility, creativity and higher level thinking.
9. … enjoy travel and form lifelong friendships. Only 7% of the world’s people speak English as their native language.
10. … have fun!!