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Should students be required to take a second language? - Coggle Diagram
Should students be required to take a second language?
Introduction
History and Background
Schools in Alberta started mandatory second language classes in the 2006/2007 school year.
Albertan schools typically teach French, Spanish, and sometimes Mandarin as second languages.
The first second language taught in Alberta was French.
Specialized Information
If you want to get into a university in Canada, you have a higher chance of getting in if you speak English and French.
Most countries have non English speakers, and approximately 75-86% of the population doesn't have English as their first language.
Hook
Have you ever wanted to learn a second language?
A second language is any language someone acquires after their first language.
Thesis
Students should be required to take a second language because it improves your cognitive memory, provides enjoyable travel experiences, and allows for good job/college opportunities.
Body #1
Improves Cognitive Function
Even in things other than language learning, it helps brain speed and cognitive function
Studies have shown that learning a second language delays the onset of dementia, and other memory loss problems.
When you learn grammar rules, vocabulary, etc., it strengthens memory retention and concentration
Body #2
More Enjoyable Travel Experiences
You can use facilities like restaurants, hotels, recreational activities, etc. with ease.
You can travel to a variety of places without having to fear not understanding the people there.
You can have in depth conversations with the locals at your travel destination.
Body #3
Better job/college opportunities
Some jobs require you to talk to other people who may not know English, so learning a second language improves comprehension between the two people.
You aren't restricted to one place to work, you can work in other countries because you know other languages.
Many colleges typically accept students who can speak multiple languages.