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Career Opportunities
e idea of learning a foreign language for economic reasons is not a new concept. In
fact, many have pursued the study of a foreign language to gain placement in foreignembassies and other governmental offices. Positions with diplomatic offices overseas as
a foreign officer or a translator have always been a viable employment option for those
who gain a certain mastery of a foreign language. Today, the U.S. State Department
continues to provide many avenues for these types of positions abroad, and they offer
training and education programs that will assist an individual who seeks to work
overseas as a government employee. There are other career opportunities, as well, for
those with foreign language experience, such as security staff, medical professionals,
and administrative personnel.
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1. There are several long-lasting mental, social and even professional benefits tolearning a foreign language at a young age.Childrenwho continuously study other
languages have often been shown to think in a different, more complex manner
than youths who only learn their native tongue. They also are often more open and
willing to accept the customs of other cultures.
2. Enhanced Learning Abilities
Studying foreign languages has been shown to have a positive effect on mental
development, particularly in young people, and an enhanced overall intellectual
growth. The Association of Departments of Foreign Languages states that studying
other languages at a young age can improve math and critical thinking skills as
well as strengthen the use and understanding of a child's native tongue. Their
research even shows that students who continuously take foreign language courses
score higher on standardized tests, like the SAT and ACT, with each additional year
of study.
3. Exposure to Other Cultures
Studying a foreign language early in life exposes children to other cultures--with
different values, language patterns and ways of expressing themselves--in a way
they never would have experienced had they not taken up the subject. By gaining
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the ability to communicate with people from other areas of the world at an early age,
children become more interested in, as well as accepting of, ways of life that differ
from their own.4. Career Opportunities
Learning a foreign language at a young age gives students an advantage in
becoming successful in their chosen careers later in life. By beginning studies early,
students can take advantage of educational programs at the primary schools they
attend as well as get a head start for studying languages in college or life after high
school. Mastering a foreign language will also increase a candidate's chances in
landing a desired job because she will be able to communicate with more people
from other areas of the world, and corporations view this skill as a real asset.
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