Month: October 2024

Beyond Grades: How the Seal of Biliteracy Speaks Gen Z’s Language

You are standing in a room with a bunch of incoming 9th grade students and their parents and are given one minute to explain to them why they should enroll in language classes in high school. Anyone been there? I’ve been teaching Spanish since 2004, and I’ve noticed that my sales pitch has changed over […]

Opportunities Abound with Language Proficiency in the Construction Industry

Construction workers form the backbone of the construction industry, yet many grapple with language barriers that impede their effectiveness on the job. However, if you are bilingual and find yourself facing this common challenge as a professional in the construction sector, there’s no need to panic—a straightforward solution exists: prioritize assessing your language skills to […]

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LTI’s Commitment to Cybersecurity: Keeping Your Data Safe

October is Cybersecurity Awareness Month, and at Language Testing International® (LTI), we take protecting your data seriously. Whether you’re a client using our services or an employee, we prioritize security every step of the way. Here’s how we’re keeping your information safe.

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Leveraging ACTFL Assessments for College and Career Readiness: A Pathway to Success

As the U.S. Department of Education places increasing importance on College and Career Readiness (CCR), educational programs across the country are looking for ways to ensure that their students are prepared to enter the workforce with the skills necessary to succeed. One area that holds great potential for contributing to this goal is world language […]

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One Size Does Not Fit All

Do you wear the same shoes to the beach that you wear to the office or to go mountain climbing? Do you like the same music as you did when you were five years old? Likewise, would you want to use the same test for learners as they enter 7th grade as you would use […]

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Language Proficiency is a Superpower to Cater to Medical Tourism Travelers

The medical tourism industry is flourishing globally, with millions of patients traveling from different countries to the United States for procedures ranging from dental care to complex surgeries and treatments. The United States is a popular destination due to its advanced medical technologies and high standards of care. However, this influx of international patients brings […]

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Delivering Safety at Construction Sites with Language Proficiency

Construction sites are bustling environments where danger lurks around every corner, making clear communication essential for safety. Unfortunately, language barriers can significantly jeopardize workers’ well-being, leading to injuries, and in severe cases, fatalities. “From the first day on the job, every worker is entitled to a safe and healthy workplace free of hazards—regardless of where […]

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The AAPPL in Higher Education 

Did you know that the ACTFL Assessment of Performance toward Proficiency in Languages (AAPPL), sounds like 🍎, was recently approved by ACTFL for placement testing in higher education? It is true, and it may just be the solution you have been looking for to improve your postsecondary world language program.  

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Fostering Employee Retention in the Construction Sector Through Bilingualism

Employee retention is a critical concern for construction companies, particularly because it is an industry where skilled workers are in high demand. One often overlooked factor contributing to employee turnover is the sense of being misunderstood due to language barriers. “Construction companies need to take steps now to figure out how to effectively communicate with […]

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