What
does the research say about learning a second language?
- Children master a second language best if it is introduced by age
10
- Learning a second language enhances a child's understanding of his
or her native language
- Second language instruction at an early age improves a child's overall
academic performance in school
- Learning a second language improves a child's cognitive ability
- Many students demonstrate higher cognitive development when a second
language is used as the major medium of instruction during the early
school years
- Average math scores for individuals who have taken 4 or more years
of foreign language study was identical to the average score of those
who had studies 4 years of mathematics
- Students who average 4 or more years of foreign language study score
significantly higher on SAT verbal college entrance exams
- Children who learn a second language demonstrate a deeper respect
and understanding of other cultures
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