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My Experience at Expo 2020 Dubai
University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire graduate Martin shares a first-person perspective on his experience as a language learner and student of the world at Expo 2020, an international cultural event held in Dubai, UAE. Check out his video to explore more!
Call for Nominations
The ACTFL/LCF Award for Excellence in Diversity, Equity and Inclusion in the Classroom recognizes language educators at all levels who have intentionally and effectively created accessible spaces of belonging for their learners and incorporated diverse, equitable and inclusive principles into their classroom curriculum and projects, and in doing so have enabled all students, including those with special needs, to develop linguistic and cultural competence.
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Ask Away: 5 Questions for a Study Abroad Champion Learning Italian & Spanish
Colorado State University political science and international studies major Taylor is completing minors in Spanish and legal studies. Learn how study and intern abroad experiences in Italy and Spain have had an impact on her language journey!
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Ask Away: 5 Questions for a NSLI-Y Alumnus Home from Latvia
Delaware high school senior David has been learning languages formally since middle school. With career aspirations in diplomacy or international business, he was awarded a scholarship to study Russian and live with a host family over the summer! Learn more about his experience.
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Ask Away: 5 Questions for a High School Student of Hindi
California high school student Veer speaks Hindi and English with his family. In this interview, hear his advice to fellow learners and some reflections on his own language journey.
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Ask Away: 5 Questions for a Future Music Industry Professional Learning Japanese & ASL
California student Joshua is earning his university degree abroad at Yamanashi Gakuin University International College of Liberal Arts (iCLA) in Japan. Hear his advice on the power of immersing yourself in your target language!
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My First Experience Teaching Arabic
Cody is preparing for a future career as a language educator. In this post, hear reflections from his first teaching experience at the front of the classroom, including favorite moments and how this role reaffirmed his dream to teach.
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5 Questions for a Future Spanish Educator
Loyola University Maryland student Patrick is double majoring in Spanish and Leadership & Organizational Effectiveness. Learn about some of the places his language skills have taken him so far and what motivates him to want to become an educator in the future!
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Ask Away: 5 Questions for a Future Non-Profit Executive Learning Urdu, Spanish & Arabic
Delaware high school student Amna knows that language skills combined with scientific knowledge will help her launch an organization addressing addiction issues in the future. Hear her insights on the importance of advocacy for language education!
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Ask Away: 5 Questions for a Future Professor Exploring Mandarin & Korean
Now earning a master's degree at the University of Pittsburgh, Kayla's language skills have led them to experience study abroad opportunities, conduct research, develop new tech skills, and even enjoy K-dramas and webtoons!
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- Student Voices,
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