5 Cognitive Benefits Of Bilinguals

Believe it or not, being bilingual can make you smarter – it can open more doors to intellectual strength and benefits. No matter how old you are, learning two languages can be beneficial to the mind. Here are five ways that being bilingual can have you reap the cognitive benefits. 1. Better Reading Skills “Bilingual […]

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7 Useful Languages You Should Consider Learning

There are many reasons why you might want to learn a new language. You may be looking for ways to help maximize your job or travel opportunities, perhaps you have a personal connection to a specific foreign language, or maybe you are simply fascinated by the culture or the way the language sounds when it […]

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Is One Tongue Really Enough? Promoting Multilingual Literacy

To promote multilingual literacy to the members of the IFLA is like preaching to the choir. International is almost equivalent to multilingual, as each nation has its own unique linguistic characteristics. So, too, IFLA is committed to a Global Vision spanning nearly 200 countries and territories, each with its own dialect. Indeed, dialect and library […]

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UNESCO International Literacy Prizes

Since 1967, UNESCO International Literacy Prizes have rewarded excellence and innovation in the field of literacy. Over 495 projects and programmes undertaken by governments, non-governmental organizations and individuals around the world have been recognized. Through these prestigious Prizes, UNESCO seeks to support effective literacy practices and encourages the promotion of dynamic literate societies. Every year, the Prizes are organized around […]

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