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Language Learning and Well Being

Emily Foynes

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Why learn LangUAges?

VIEWING LANGUAGES THROUGH THE LENS OF WELL BEING

There are many benefits to language learning but consider especially how language learning equips students to thrive in the modern world. Give your students the best opportunities by encouraging them to study a foreign language.

CLICK ON THE LIGHTBULBS FOR MORE DETAILS ON LANGUAGE LEARNING AND WELL BEING Learn how language learning helps build connections Explore the career benefits of multilingualism Examine the cognitive advantages of learning a second language Investigate the link between language learning and self -esteem Discover how language learning builds empathy

Language learning is so much more than grammar and vocab ! Think communication, connection, creativity, community, confidence, empathy and self improvement!

Connect!

COMMUNICATION IS REWARDING

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Language learners have the unique opportunity to communicate with a wider range of people in their personal and professional lives. Learning a language opens up the world and makes you a local everywhere. It enables you to find communities and lifelong friendships everywhere.

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cAREER bENEFITS

OPPORTUNITIES IN THE WORKPLACE

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Bilngual people can earn up to 20% more Irish business have stated that more graduates with language skills are needed to build the Irish economy Languages skills help you stand out in the job market .

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cognitive benefits

MENTAL HEALTH BENEFITS

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Studies have shown that learning a second language offers several mental benefits. These include: - reduced anxiety - improved memory - better decision making skills - enhanced creativity - better divergent thinking skills - better multitasking skills -protection from dementia in later life .

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coNFIDENCE BUILDING

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Experts advise that mastering a skill leads to an increase in self esteem. Learning a second language is a skill with clear real life applications and learners can quickly see the progress they are making. Becoming more connected to others and seeing real life results of their endeavours also improves self fulfillment .

Natasha talks about the feeling of aCcomplishment that language learning brings

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eMPATHY BUILDING

STEP INTO A WORLD YOU NEVER KNEW EXISTED

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Speaking a new language requires a new form of thinking. Multilingual exposure promotes effective communication by enhancing pespective taking. Language learning also requires students to seek understanding and commonalities in order to communicate. This leads to higher levels of empathy. .

dISCOVER WHY LAUREN THINKS LANGUaGE LEARNING IS AN ACT OF 'QUIET REVOLUTION'

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