WHY LEARN A FOREIGN LANGUAGE?

Spanish, Spanish, Spanish

37 million Spanish speakers in the U.S. Expected to be 50 million by 2015.

Third most commonly spoken language in the world. 387 million speakers

If you count only native speakers, Spanish outranks English.

Official language of 21 countries

Where is Spanish spoken?

Where?

Country Flags

It’s Everywhere

With the rising population: Marry into Spanish-

speaking family Spanish-speaking

neighbors Encounter Spanish

speakers at the grocery store

Knowledge

Expand knowledge in all areas. Ex: Romance languages

Gain greater understanding of English. Appreciate new cultures and societies.Critical thinking skills improve. Stimulates creativity. Helps with communication skills.

Written and Oral

Work

Becoming a business necessity in the U.S.The ability to speak another language will

give you an advantage job searches. Employers appreciate a bilingual speaker to

help reach more customers. Work overseas!

Health

Speaking 2 languages: reduces the chance of dementia and

Alzheimer’s. Improves memory Slows age-related decline in mental health

Travel

Adventure awaits you!

Participate in the culture

Makes traveling in a foreign country: More enjoyable Easier

Hobby

Presents a challenge

Socially connects you with other people

Broaden your friend base

Opportunity

❝One language sets you in a corridor for life. Two languages open every door along

the way. ‒Frank Smith❞

How do we learn a foreign language?

Practice, practice, practice!Maximize your immersionBe patientKeep going

Join a club Find a conversation partner Watch movies

Sources

http://www.ehow.com/facts_5796360_important-learn-foreign-language_.html

http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2013/03/31/how-to-learn-a-language-study-abroad_n_2980094.html

http://www.authorstream.com/Presentation/srawags-483585-why-learn-spanish/

http://www.aatsp.org/?page=adv_whyhttp://www.studyspanish.com/topten_reasons.

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