Why is it beneficial to vet prospective employees for proficiency in a second language they claim to have before hiring them? There are different reasons why companies vet prospective employees. According to Indeed Career Guide, employers vet candidates to verify certifications, credentials, or educational training that could make the job seeker a perfect candidate for […]
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Today’s classrooms are full of students from a cohort referred to as Generation Z or Gen Z. Understanding the characteristics of students can be an important tool for an effective teacher. The good news for language teachers is that there are several ways to capitalize on Gen Z characteristics to prompt growth in your language […]
Continue readingIn this month’s “Language Proficiency Is Your Superpower” feature, we spotlight Jeff Page, a bilingual professional, a K12 paraprofessional, English-Spanish interpreter, and a tennis coach. Jeff recognizes the power of multilingualism and dedicates himself to supporting multilingual students and their parents in his school district. Jeff also also produces an audiobook narration podcast called “English […]
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Are you frustrated with your job search? Wondering how to be competitive in today’s globalized economy? Increasing your chances of getting hired? If you command more than one language, you might want to consider getting assessed and certified for your language proficiency before you continue your search. In today’s multicultural marketplace, there are growing needs […]
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As a bilingual or multilingual professional in the financial sector, you can make a difference in lessening the wealth gap in the United States. Communities for whom a language barrier limits their access to financial literacy and socio-economic mobility need support in learning how to navigate their financial matters. By guiding non-English speaking persons in […]
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According to the most recent data from the U.S. Census, 22% of the U.S. population speaks a language other than English at home, and nearly 9% of the population speaks English less than “very well.” For individuals with limited English proficiency, language is a major barrier in accessing basic benefits and services and exercising important rights. […]
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Commanding more than one language is a key skill in the financial world. Accuracy and clarity of information while managing financial transactions is paramount when communicating numeric data and small print that contains economic terms. Communicating the details of financial documentation can be difficult enough in English, but when clients speak another language, the conversation […]
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