There are so many different languages in the world. Learning another language might take a lot of effort but read on to see the benefits and opportunities that could come your way if you put your time and energies into learning another language.

Other Cultures will open up

When you learn another language, you are able to get an insight into that language’s culture. You also get to see your own culture from a new perspective. To be able to connect with another culture – through books, newspapers, TV, websites and, of course, through conversations, can give you a lot of pleasure. And you can share your own culture with others in their native language. A new world of connection and understanding will be open to you.

Improvement where you least expect it

Educational research shows that results in English and Maths are higher for students who study a foreign language. The reasons for this are varied: perhaps the study skills acquired and used for studying another language also strengthen study skills used in other areas; your ability to analyse and interpret information will be stronger and your knowledge of the grammar of your native language is often made clearer to you through explicitly learning another language’s grammar.

Employment prospects

In today’s global economy, knowing another language really gives you a competitive edge when applying for a job. No matter what type of career you pursue, you will be more attractive to an employer if you have another language. Those who have the ability to speak and use more than one language are more likely to be able to find a job which opens up travel opportunities and chances to exchange with others.
There might be other employment chances you have not even considered. Perhaps you would be able to get translation or interpretative work as a summer or holiday job to use your language skills; maybe a .....................

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