1. Why Should You Continue to Study a Foreign Language?

2. Did you know…
Research shows that students who study a foreign language for four or more years, regardless of which language is studied…
score significantly higher on the SAT and ACT
develop greater cultural sensitivity toward others
have larger vocabularies
perform better on tests of reading and math
have higher developed listening and retention skills
are more creative
display more highly developed critical thinking skills

3. Learning a second language at an early age...
-Has a positive effect on your intellectual growth.
-Enriches and enhances your mental development.
-Leaves you with more flexibility in thinking, greater sensitivity to language, and a better ear for listening.
-Improves your understanding of your native language.

4. Second language learning also…
Gives you the ability to communicate with people you would otherwise not have the chance to know
Opens the door to other cultures and helps you understand and appreciate people from other countries
Gives you a head start in language requirements for college
Increases job opportunities in many careers where knowing another language is a real asset

5. Knowledge of a foreign language is often the extra selling-point needed to land that perfect job.

6. Competence in a foreign language will enhance career potential, no matter which career you are planning.
Business
Sciences
Communications
Advertising
Banking
Teaching
Travel/tourism
Government service
Overseas employment

7. Let’s see what the experts think…

8. Some fun w/ languages…

9. Examples of people who did not learn a foreign language…