Why is there a need for bilingual citizens?Communication is probably the most important part of any functioning system, and in our society, language defines the borders of that communication. Bilingual, or even multi-lingual citizens are integral to bridging that language barrier and refining the future systems that will do the same.
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How does knowing multiple languages create academic opportunities in high school and higher education?Not every opportunity will be entirely within the comfort of the English language, and as disappointing it is to hear, not everyone in the United States speaks English. Because of this, it's prudent for one to know multiple languages, as to not spoil future opportunities. In addition, one will probably be competing with others for opportunities, and often, speaking another language can be the kicker that gets you the position.
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What are the social implications for speaking a language other than English in public spaces, i.e. school, work, the grocery store, etc.?I'm unsure what is meant exactly by "implications", but I can reasonably assume that if someone is seen speaking Spanish (or another language other than English), they could be seen as open, accepting, and tolerant of another person; Making that consideration to speak another's language is a polite gesture that doesn't fail to compliment.
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Are there social incentives to speak more than one language?Living in Southern California, I'm going to be in contact with many Spanish speakers, and not much could be worse than not being able to speak to them, as well as inadvertently insulting the language by adding accents and "o"s to english. Returning to the main theme, communication is key, and I don't have to name to social incentives behind it; it's almost required.
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How do you anticipate the work in this class to be meaningful to you?
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As mentioned before, I live in southern California, so any
work I do in this class will definitely impact my life during
and after school. Speaking another language can open
a great deal of business opportunity as well as academic,
and any opportunity of that status cannot be ignored.
work I do in this class will definitely impact my life during
and after school. Speaking another language can open
a great deal of business opportunity as well as academic,
and any opportunity of that status cannot be ignored.