Contrary to popular belief, learning a foreign language is not just about being able to speak it. It's about understanding and experiencing another culture and society and thereby broadening one's…
Many aspiring language learners grossly underestimate what it means to be culturally aware. No matter how familiar you may be with your native culture, you cannot be fully aware of…
Learning a language creates empathy in the student who is starting from scratch to learn an entirely different set of sounds; The learner must listen incredibly carefully to pronunciation and…
But cultural awareness goes even deeper. In learning about a whole new culture, the learner explores what it means to be part of a distinctive culture, to speak the language…
In today's increasingly globalized society, awareness of global affairs has become crucial. In order for companies to maximize their potential, they must not only be aware of the market situation…
Many of the jobs and careers on offer therefore have a multicultural or international aspect and many of the new positions that are becoming available are in this sector. Consequently,…
Although various cultural awareness training programs are readily available, learning a foreign language is really the best way to acquire this skill. Understanding the language allows you to truly immerse…
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