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Benefits of Being Bilingual - Coggle Diagram
Benefits of Being Bilingual
Cognitive benefits
Improved memory
Better problem solving skills
Enhanced creativity
Critical thinking
Potentially prevent dementia
Many studies have been done by manty doctors.
Dr Clare Walton, research manager at Alzheimer's society.
'This elegant study provides new evidence that people who are fluent in more than one language have some protection against dementia. Brain scans showed that lifelong bilinguals have stronger connections between certain brain areas compared to those who only speak one language – this appears to allow their brains to cope better with damage before they start to show outward signs of dementia.
'In terms of lifestyle and risk of dementia, this type of study provides a vital piece of the puzzle – it doesn’t just tell us that bilingualism is linked to reduced risk of dementia, it begins to tell us why. As societies become more multicultural, this study indicates that the benefits of bilingualism could extend to helping future generations reduce their risk of the condition.'
Educational advantages
Higher academic peformance
Easier to learn another langauge
Greater cultural awareness and adaptability
Bilinguals also show some cognitive advantages. In particular, bilinguals appear to perform a little bit better than monolinguals on tasks that involve switching between activities and inhibiting previously learned responses (Bialystok, Craik, & Luk, 2012)
Anecdotes, facts, opinions, repetition, emotive lang, statistics, triples, flattery, imperatives, rhetorical q, expert opinion and exaggeration.
Data and results like jobs/careers and the benefits.
Career and economic benefits
Competitive advantage in a global business
More job oppurtunitires
Ability to work in a more diverse environment
Many employers prefer bilingual workers over monolingual worker as bilingual employees can serve many people from different backgrounds. It is also beneficial for employers as bilingual employees can encourage other countries to purchace.
Social and cultural benefits
Better communication with a more diverse range of people
Deeper cultural appreciation and understanding
Stronger connection to family heritage