Are you interested in the cultures of the Middle East? Are you looking for a new linguistic challenge?
A Self-Directed Language Acquisition Program started in Spring 2009. Choose to learn Farsi/Persian, modern Hebrew, or Turkish with the help of a language partner and both print and electronic resources. Develop skills that will help you whenever you encounter a new language.
Did you know that the BBC offers some terrific resources for language learners?
For a bit of fun, go to the BBC Languages home page and watch the “Don’t Try This Abroad” video. How many similar mistakes have you made? Can you laugh about them?
Then pick a language and start exploring! Some of the videos are not available outside the UK, but you’ll certainly find much to interest you. For beginners, the downloadable “Quick Fix” phrases are models for oral practice. More advanced learners should certainly explore the BBC pages in various languages. One way to find them is to type http://www.bbc.co.uk/[name of language]/. For example, here’s the Persian home page.
The Global Studio has a YouTube Channel (http://www.YouTube.com/GlobalStudioUR). Tune in to view student projects, language humor, and YouTube videos in various languages. Have you seen good language-related videos? Send your suggestions to Sharon Scinicariello.
US television this month has featured two specials on the impact of Latino culture on life in the United States. Both these specials, Latin Music USA and Latino in America should soon be available through the library. This week they are also available on reserve in the Global Studio. Ask at the Assistants’ desk.
What is it like to study abroad in a French-speaking country? Students who have recently returned from programs in Canada (McGill), Sénégal, and France (IES/MICEFA Paris, Lille, La Rochelle) will share their experiences today, October 20.
What: French Study Abroad Interest Meeting
Date: Tuesday, October 20
Time: 6:00 – 7:30 p.m.
Location: Adams Auditorium, MRC
Please: (1) Wash your hands with Purell before using the keyboards, (2) Use an anti-bacterial wipe on the headsets before using, (3) Deposit your trash in the trashcans. Thank you!
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