Brief Introduction
This free online course will explore multilingual education and how it can impact and improve education and even wider society.Course Summary
Learn how to communicate in multiple languages with this multilingual course. Discover tips and tricks to help you become fluent in more than one language.Key Learning Points
- Learn techniques to improve your language learning abilities
- Discover how to communicate effectively in multiple languages
- Gain insight into the benefits and challenges of multilingualism
Related Topics for further study
- Language Learning Techniques
- Multilingual Communication
- Benefits of Multilingualism
- Challenges of Multilingualism
- Cultural Awareness
Learning Outcomes
- Develop effective language learning techniques
- Communicate fluently in multiple languages
- Gain cultural awareness and understanding
Prerequisites or good to have knowledge before taking this course
- Basic understanding of at least one language
- Access to internet and computer
Course Difficulty Level
Beginner to IntermediateCourse Format
- Online self-paced course
- Interactive quizzes and activities
- Access to expert instructors
Similar Courses
- Learn a New Language
- Cross-Cultural Communication
Related Education Paths
Notable People in This Field
- Polyglot Pablo
- Benny Lewis
Related Books
Requirements
- There are no prior requirements to join this course. As you prepare for it, you should start to consider the following: While the Educators themselves aren’t available to facilitate this run, we encourage you to engage with other learners and there are opportunities to do this throughout the course.
Knowledge
- Introduction to the courseLanguage ‘riches’: the languages we speak, the languages we learnMonolingualism and multilingualism in today’s worldLanguage and power in a context of globalisationVerbal Hygiene: can or should we ‘clean up’ language?Being a language teacher and learnerLanguage learning as creative art, and the role of creative arts in language learningThe freedom to achieve potential: the ‘capabilities approach’End of course peer review reflection
Summary of User Reviews
The Multilingualism and Language Policy course by FutureLearn has received positive reviews from users. Many users have praised the course for its comprehensive curriculum and engaging teaching style. Overall, the course has been highly recommended.Key Aspect Users Liked About This Course
The course's comprehensive curriculum has been praised by many users.Pros from User Reviews
- Engaging teaching style
- Variety of materials and resources
- In-depth coverage of language policy
- Opportunities for practical application
- Great value for the price
Cons from User Reviews
- Some users found the course content to be too broad
- Limited interaction with instructors
- Not enough focus on specific languages
- Some technical difficulties with the online platform
- Course may be challenging for beginners
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