Wednesday, March 2, 2011

Speaking in Tongues

Prior to this class I had no knowledge of immersion programs.  After listening to Kathy and also watching the first part of this movie, I think they are great.  I think it provides great opportunities for children who go through these programs.  By knowing two languages they will have many more options for careers.  These immersion programs also give these kids a much better understanding of the culture of the people in the culture of their second language.  I wish I had an opportunity like this when I was in elementary school.  If there was a school in my area I would like my kids to have this opportunity some day.  Not only my kids, but considering how ignorant we as Americans are, I think all kids should do something like this.

1 comment:

  1. I completely agree! I wish I had this type of opportunity when I was younger. It would given me a different perspective of the world and other cultures. Incoporating a second language in all schools would be a great stride in education, I think it can be done in time!

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