THE BENEFITS OF LEARNING GERMAN AS A SECOND LANGUAGE
https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.15645092
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German language, Second language acquisition, Language learning benefits, study in germany, multilingualism, career advancement, Cultural exchange, Cultural exchange, Cognitive development, Foreign language skillAbstract
This article explores the multifaceted advantages of learning German as a second language, including academic, professional, cultural, and cognitive benefits. It highlights how proficiency in German can provide access to free or low-cost education in Germany, improve career prospects with multinational companies, and offer deeper engagement with European culture and history. The article also discusses how German can enhance mental agility and linguistic awareness. Written in a clear and informative style, the article is suitable for students, educators, or professionals considering language study. Its claims are supported by general data and references to credible institutions, such as DAAD and the Goethe-Institut. The article is useful for understanding the practical and intellectual value of learning German in a globalized world.
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DAAD – German Academic Exchange Service. (n.d.). Study in Germany – Land of Ideas. Retrieved from https://www.daad.de/en
Federal Foreign Office of Germany. (n.d.). Learning German. Retrieved from https://www.auswaertiges-amt.de/en
Goethe-Institut. (n.d.). Why Learn German?. Retrieved from https://www.goethe.de/en/spr/wdl.html
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University of Oxford – Language Centre. (n.d.). Benefits of language learning. Retrieved from https://www.lang.ox.ac.uk
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