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Maria: English Language Specialist with the University of Pennsylvania

While growing up, Maria used both Spanish and English to connect to the world and people around her. Today, she assists students in developing English language skills so that they have similar opportunities. Read about how she motivates her students to keep a curious mind!

    • Educator Profiles

Niko: English Instructor and Translator in Morocco

While working as a teaching assistant in France following his undergraduate degree, Niko discovered his love for teaching languages! Now based in Northern Morocco as an instructor, translator, and freelance tutor, hear his advice for early-career and aspiring teachers.

    • Educator Profiles

Cindy: Professor of Mandarin Chinese and Bilingual Education

Mandarin educator Cindy's inspiration to join the teaching profession came early in her childhood but has grown to include aspects of her identity as an adult. Read more about what motivates her to share languages and culture with her students.

    • Educator Profiles

Language Connects Foundation Welcomes New Board Members

The Language Connects Foundation (LCF), the charitable and public education affiliate of ACTFL, recently welcomed three new members of its Board of Directors.

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Erduan: English Teacher in Taiwan

Ed, an ESOL educator from Florida, grew up bilingual. Read more about how his background motivates him to help students unlock their own bilingual superpowers.

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Experiencing Tarragona: A Journey in Language and Culture

LCF Teacher Scholar and Student Ambassador Mikayla shares reflections on her study abroad experience in Spain, where she taught English and was introduced to the Catalan language.

    • Student Voices,
    • Future Educator Stories

Maya: Secondary School French Teacher in Australia

Having grown up speaking Japanese & Serbian at home, Maya now teaches French at a secondary school in Melbourne, Australia. Learn what inspired her to transition into a teaching career and her advice for aspiring educators.

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Belinda: Localization Professional Leading with German

Working in the localization sector, Belinda uses her German language skills to customize communication to a global market. Learn how language study has led her to unexpected jobs, and unexpected places—like the Berlin underground!

    • Professional Profiles

5 Questions for a Fulbright English Teaching Assistant in Taiwan

A recent graduate with a major in Global Studies and a Chinese minor, Nailah-Benā's language journey began in 6th grade at a Taiwanese Community Language School; now, she's teaching English in Taiwan. Learn how she has used language to find community and cultural exchange across the globe.

    • Student Voices,
    • Testimonial Interviews