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The Benefits of Bilingualism by Dr. Nancy Zelasko

A well written review of the intrinsic value of language learning. Personal stories of a number of students are shared by Dr. Zelasko.

1994-1995 Report on Official Languages -- Economic Benefits of Bilingualism

A few 'sound bite' quotes related to the value of bilingualism.

Bilingualism:A Selling Point for Canada (Canadian Heritage)

New Brunswick and Manitoba are noted as places that benefit from bilingual students and bilingual members of the workforce. A small piece on the international marketplace is also of interest.

Information-Centered Language Learning: Students Accessing Information for Language Purposes

No direct economic link here, however a well written piece. This paper presents ideas and suggestions gleaned from the increased implementation of technology as a source for foreign language information, particularly as it relates to intermediate and advanced students in composition and advanced grammar courses. A good review of the impact on the capacity and interest level of the learner of international languages.

Languages and the Economy: Canada in an International Perspective

The purpose of the paper is to carry out an international review of economic approaches and the application of minority and foreign languages. Provided for the Department of Canadian Heritage.

Foreign Language Project

A unique perspective on language learning and children with disabilities. Not directly related to the question of benefits, however, this should be an area of some activity, given the significant numberof children with disabilities worldwide. The Foreign language Project at Landmark College is a FIPSE-funded, 3-year(1996-1999) project to establish best practices in teaching foreign languages to students with learning disabilities

Learning with Language

A site that provides several exercises related to cognition and language learning. An aside, however an interesting 'sidetrip'.

Bilingualism and Bilingual Education:A Research Perspective

A detailed review of the relationship between bilingualism and bilingual education. Review of cognitive processes to learning, the risk of the loss of language, the international perspective on language learning. Raises good questions for further research.

Second Culture Acquisition and Second Language Acquisition: Faux Amis?

A fascinating article that examines the relationship between language acquisiton and the acquring of a second or third culture.

Second Languages Offer Many Benefits

A somewhat sparse article on benefits to language learning. Research is cited, however the sources are not provided. An Edmonton based source.

Foreign Languages and Humanities

A preliminary discussion on the benefits of language learning and finding employment. Several fields of employment are listed.

Advantages for Bilingual Children

A study that draws a relationship between a child's capacity to learn several languages and the apparent ability to develop written skills faster than unilingual children.

Why, How and When Should My Child Learn a Second Language

An overview of the benefits of language learning addressing concerns that may be raised by parents.

Language Acquisition

A mechanical review of how language is acquired.

Speaking in Foreign Tongues

An overview of the impact of language learning on children, appears to be for the under 15 yrs. age group.