In today’s globalized world, the value of speaking a second or third language cannot be overstated. Globalization has permeated every aspect of our lives, and the resounding benefits of gaining new language skills is obvious. However, many language learners feel as though they can’t experience the immersion they’ll need to gain fluency unless studying abroad where the language is spoken.
While it’s true that immersion is a vital component of language skill-building, it’s no longer necessary to travel overseas to get that experience. Many language learners, from beginner to advanced, can find suitable language programs online that offer virtual components to rival on-site counterparts.
In this panel discussion, we’ll explain why participating in an online language course is valuable to your personal and professional growth, which languages are in high demand, which languages are the most popular to learn and why, what you can expect from online language courses in terms of structure and style, and more.
We’re joined by: Daniel Villanueva, Cultural Vistas; Matt Redman, CIEE; Lucy Hardaker, Augsburg University Center for Global Education and Experience; and Alyssa Nota, University Studies Abroad Consortium (USAC). They’ll help us navigate the process of finding and selecting language courses online.
In this discussion, we cover questions like:
- Why should you consider participating in an online language course? What can you gain?
- What languages are most in demand for professional and career development?
- What languages are most popular and why?
- How are language courses structured online?
- How can you assess the quality of online language courses?
- What are some “pro” tips for participating in online language courses?
How and Why to Learn a Language Online
Explore programs from our Panelists
- Cultural Vistas: Congress-Bundestag Youth Exchange Program (CBYX)
- CIEE: Arts and Sciences in Seoul, Korea
- Augsburg CGEE: Liberal Arts, Language and Social Change in Mexico
- USAC China: Chengdu-Chinese Language and Culture Studies
Helpful resources from GoAbroad.com
- How to Keep Your Wanderlusting Soul Happy at Home
- How to Participate in Meaningful Online Programs
- 12 Ways to Stay Engaged with Study Abroad at Home
- Learn More About Meaningful Programs Online
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