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04-02-2009

 The World’s Oldest Foreign Language School

The Worlds Oldest Foreign Language SchoolThe London School of English is considered the world’s oldest foreign language school in English. The market on overseas education is not an exception when it comes to branding, which is a strong tool in any industry. The brand name of “Spanish Education” for example, is marketed overseas with the objective of drawing thousands of students to the country each year. In line with this, the world’s oldest English school is entering the trend to go with the market of Malaysian education using its own brand as The London School of English. On the other hand, ‘Malaysian Education’ is being campaigned to more than 70 destinations globally, promoting the country as a focal point of education from primary to tertiary school levels, on top of a training program for the English language. In order to realize the 2010 goal of the government, the rate of international students shows an approximate growth around 24% per year. The figures published by the Immigration Department show that Malaysia is keeping up with the present growth rate from 2006-2008 to over 30%. In contrast, the global yearly growth rates of international students show an average of around 4% per year.

The strong brand of The London School of English is presently looking for franchise associates in Malaysia. As a matter of fact, The London School of English Group has a thriving school operating in Daegu, Korea, which started in 2004. The proposed entry reveals that students will benefit greatly from a UK based language training while also enjoy the opportunity to reside in Malaysia. This contains lower living expenses and smaller ethnic barriers, blended with an English-speaking setting where students can hone their language skills daily. Moreover, the said school’s managing director stated that the government of Malaysia is pushing to set up a strong brand of Malaysian education, thus putting the former school in good collaboration with the latter.

The London school has a track record of accomplishments since its foundation in 1912, offering potential students the best assurance of success. Also, it presents to prospective investors an ideal entry into the significant market segment.


16-10-2008

 Choosing Your Language School

Choosing Your Language SchoolA good number of schools are getting better nowadays, especially where language courses are taught and deployed. That is because the number of people learning a foreign language is increasing yearly, with the demands of many career opportunities that require bilingual speaking people a pro. The knowledge of the English language especially counts the most as we know for a fact that it is indeed a universal language. Many foreign schools now provide better educational tools consistent to the better career opportunities for its students. Because of this a greater level of competition arises between educational establishments and online schools. Where a school exploits the use of adequate tools there are better chances for knowledge growth which triggers inevitable competition. But that is a matter too normal to expect in this field. A particular education with something significant equals advancement especially when not everybody is educated with or is capable. Anyway, while others choose traditional schools for their language courses, and even immersing to that country whichever suits them better, others prefer online schools. The idea of going to class without leaving homely comforts makes online learning very appealing, especially to many working individuals. The good opportunities offered by online learning grants one the chance to finish a degree possible. Now you can complete your classes without having to make major schedule changes and that is just plainly convenient.

On the other hand, traditional education argue that if students meet everyday in school, inside the four walls of a classroom and under the supervision of a teacher, the effectiveness of education is far better than with what one gets online. There will normally be lesser distraction therefore students will be more focus. There are fixed goals over mixed purposes. There is a standard place over typical spaces, and among other things. The best argument about traditional schools is that they have existed for decades. And now with online schools that are just starting to make trainings customary is something that needs still greater number of people to prove its effectiveness just as better. But then it is never a matter of HOW education is applied but the EFFECTIVENESS on how it is practiced. It is your end that will drive you with what you are trying to achieve. In the end, choosing your language school has nothing to do with choosing either traditional or online classes. What matters is knowing your objectives and focusing on your goals.


27-08-2008

 Learn Foreign Languages in Foreign Schools


Learning a foreign language is both fascinating and interesting. For starters, you decide what particular language you want to learn in a foreign language school, or you can choose an inexpensive way to learn a foreign language wherein you will self taught and maximize on available resources. There are foreign language schools that offer more advanced and comprehensive courses, but also more expensive. However, they are generally worth the cost and you will absolutely learn your chosen foreign language study by the end of the semester. Foreign language schools are offered in many countries particularly in France, Spain and USA. The basically important thing is to know that the foreign language you want to study is a relevant foreign language, one that you believe will ultimately gratify you. If you are a foreigner interested to learn Spanish in a language school in Spain, on top of being able to meet new people and experience new culture, is an opportunity to live exceptionally different. Moreover, you will be placed in a multicultural environment while studying a foreign language so that you cannot afford to be monolingual, thus practicing mandatory discipline for yourself. You will find these opportunities in good foreign language schools. Good schools cater to the accommodation of students and finding them convenient lodging and studying environment.

When studying in foreign language schools, immersion helps best in learning and understanding a language and culture. The manner in which a course is taught in order to be fully grasped is diversified. You will be given opportunities for entertainment activities and immersion programs. No doubt you are guaranteed positive results in your foreign language study. You will not only be exposing yourself to a new phase, but having real fun at the same time. Nowadays, completing a foreign language study has become a very fulfilling endeavor for many travel enthusiasts who want to make the best use of their time. It is gradually gaining popularity especially for foreign visitors in Spain and in other countries as well. It is believed that what one gets from learning a new language has indeed rewarding effects. Foreign language schools are offered in many countries, specializing in particular foreign language courses. Studying in a certain country and living in it incorporates you into the life of a local. Such chance makes a whole new learning experience.


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He who does not know foreign languages does not know anything about his own. These words were penned by the great German author Johann Wolfgang von Goethe in his work Kunst and Alterthum. Indeed, if we were to take a look into how much stock people put into learning a foreign language, it would seem that von Goethe had a special insight into the world of languages.

How important is learning a foreign language? For many people, it is as important as their career. This is especially so for those whose mother tongue is not the English language. Like it or not, English seems to be the "unofficial official" language in the world today. As such, many people, from universities to the corporate world place much importance in learning English as a foreign language.

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