The Case for Multilingualism
Offered By: TEDx via YouTube
Course Description
Overview
Explore the benefits of growing up in a multilingual environment through this 15-minute TEDx talk by Lauren Kee, a junior from Hong Kong. Discover the wide-ranging and long-lasting advantages of being immersed in a biliterate and trilingual society from a young age. Learn how Kee's personal experiences have shaped her interests in linguistics, sociology, and anthropology, and how she combines these fields with psychology and education. Gain insights into the speaker's diverse background, including her involvement in performing arts, journalism, and cultural activities at Choate Rosemary Hall. Understand the potential impact of multilingualism on personal development and cognitive abilities as Kee presents her case for embracing multiple languages in today's globalized world.
Syllabus
The Case for Multilingualism | Lauren Kee | TEDxChoate Rosemary Hall Youth
Taught by
TEDx
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