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The Bilingual Advantage
The Bilingual Advantage
At Global Prep Academy, academic subjects are taught to all students in both English and Spanish. As students and teachers work together on content instruction, language abilities develop alongside an understanding of subject matter.
Second language proficiency usually takes 5–7 years.
The earlier a new language is introduced - the better!
Dual Language Immersion
Can Change Everything
Being bilingual (and multicultural) better equips students with not only language skills, but also important social skills needed to work with others from varying cultures and backgrounds. Studies have shown there are many benefits of being bilingual, such as:
Early Bilingual Education Advantages
It generally takes 5–7 years to be proficient in a second language. The earlier a new language is taught, the better!
Better Educational Performance
Bilingual children are able to focus more intently on the topics at hand and avoid distractions from academic pursuits. They can also demonstrate higher levels of cognitive flexibility, or the ability to change responses based on environment and circumstances.
Greater Job Opportunities
Knowing a second language makes resumes stand out and can boost applicants to the top of the interview list with potential employers. Also, bilingual individuals make more money and are offered more job opportunities.
Increased
Creativity
Bilingual individuals have been found to possess advanced creativity. Speaking more than one language shapes the brain’s capability to think outside the box and devise innovative ways to solve problems.
Improved Health
Bilinguals are less likely to develop dementia and Alzheimer’s disease earlier in life than monolinguals. People who know a second language are also bound to experience lower-stress levels and better neurological health.
