On this page you will find  resources to help you promote the value of  foreign language and cultural studies to administrators and parents in your community.  Be the catalyst at your institution to promote ways to prepare our students to be global leaders in the 21st century workplace!!!!!!

Advocacy Clips

A Case for Foreign Language Study as a Requirement in K-12 Schools 

Language, Business, and the “Halo Effect” 

Toward A New Generation of Globally Aware Citizens   (5:31)

Need for Language Training Across the Disciplines  (1:36)

21st Century Skills for  Global Careers   Learn how foreign language and culture studies across the curriculum can enhance career opportunities in the 21st century global workplace.

Podcast

Should Have Taken a Foreign Language Class  2010 ACTFL Winning Podcast

Advocacy Materials

4 Reasons Why “Global Fluency” Matters – an open letter to 6th graders everywhere 
by Jim Vanides

Why Study Foreign Languages?
(Post-secondary brochure) Modern Language Association

Why Study Foreign Languages?
(Secondary brochure) Modern Language Association

Facilitating Connections to International Business:   A Guide for Foreign Language Educators
(PDF available at MSU link)

Engaging the World- U.S. Global Competence in the 21st Century    
Highlights cases of individuals using foreign language and culture skills to succeed in the global workplace.

A 21st Century Imperative- U.S. Global Competence in the 21st Century
Emphasizes importance of k-12 foreign language training