Why Study Another Language?
Students who learn one or more languages other than their own:
- Score statistically higher on standardized tests conducted in English;
- Display enhanced memory, listening, and reading skills;
- Acquire a deeper understanding of their own culture as they explore the culture of other countries;
- Demonstrate better complex problem solving;
- Are poised speakers in front of small or large groups;
- Exhibit accelerated cognitive brain development in areas such as mental flexibility, creativity, divergent thinking and higher order thinking skills;
- Have opportunities for a greater number of career choices.
WANT TO READ MORE ON THE IMPORTANCE OF STUDYING A FOREIGN LANGUAGE?
What are NYS requirements for world languages? What are the national language-learning standards?
Links:
- NYS Department of Education, Department of Bilingual Education and World Language Studies
- NYS Standards for World Languages
- ACTFL 21st Century Skills Map
- Language Learning in the 21st Century