Foreign Language Study Is a Great Tool for Connecting With Europe

Foreign Language Study Is a Great Tool for Connecting With Europe
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On November 20 in San Diego, I'll be giving one of the most exciting talks in my life: a keynote address to thousands of foreign language teachers at the annual convention of the American Council on the Teaching of Foreign Languages (ACTFL). I'm a huge believer in the importance of connecting with locals while you're on the road. And there's no better tool for that than a proficiency in the language of the place you're visiting. Here's an interview I did with The Language Educator magazine, which gives my take on the value of learning foreign languages.

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