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Museum of Knowledge shortlist of the best languages to learn

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28th April 2017
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Learning a language takes time, dedication and resources so students will always want to be sure that they have chosen a language that really suits their purpose. The Museum of Knowledge is often asked which are the priority languages to learn and why and our answer is simple. Students first need to define why their desire to learn a language. If they are likely to be travelling on business widely to English-speaking countries, then of course taking an English language course is essential.

It may also be the case that a language learner may reside in an English seeking country but spend much of his/ her time negotiating with overseas suppliers for which having alternative language skills may be useful. The Museum of Knowledge focuses on eight key business languages, English, Spanish, French, Mandarin Chinese, Portuguese, Dutch, Italian and German. Language learners are therefore encouraged to choose a language of focus depending on their personal needs, aims and objectives.

 

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Museum of Knowledge guidelines: learn a language with native speakers

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27th January 2017
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The Museum of Knowledge team is often asked “Is it better to learn a language with native speakers?” We would respond by saying it all depends on how a native speaker is defined. A native speaker may speak the language but to what extent does he or she speak or write with correct grammar and syntax? It is often those who have learnt the essence of grammar who excel at teaching languages.

To be a native speaker and to communicate with colloquial undertones will not help in the forum of language learning. Any native speaker chosen to assist in the spectrum of teaching languages should preferably be educated in the field of teaching and certainly should have qualified at graduate level in the language they seek to teach others. This will help give the learner a dynamic overview of the language and an enriched cultural experience together with assisting in understanding the working knowledge of the language. A native speaker who is qualified in linguistics, modern languages and/or cultural studies is best equipped to relate to the needs of those learning a language for the first time or those who seek to improve their language skills.

For a learner who wishes to learn a language for business, it then becomes even more essential that the teacher enjoys has an excellent grasp of grammar and syntax as well as robust knowledge of the subject area.

The Museum of Knowledge uses a combination of business speakers who have all graduated from University in both a business related study course as well as Modern languages. The flexible courses delivered by the Museum of Knowledge team define the essence of language learning for business (advanced language learning) and pleasure (intermediate language learning).

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Why You Should Learn a Language for Business

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12th January 2016
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Learning a new language for business encourages professionals and entrepreneurs to explore various cultures, indigenous people and customs and to communicate effectively with their overseas colleagues. The Museum of Knowledge launch of the Modern Language Learning Programme for Business, focuses on 8 business languages so you can learn French, learn Spanish, learn German, learn Italian, learn Mandarin Chinese, learn Portuguese, learn Dutch and learn English. The Museum of Knowledge will show that whilst hiring interpreters or translators during business trips is possible, communicating effectively in another language eases business negotiations and trade. It also helps remove any cultural barriers that would otherwise exist whilst building rapport with key overseas business partners and stakeholders.

Business professionals will now be able to learn how to communicate in various languages for business thanks to the range of MOOCs (Massive Open Online Courses) provided by the Museum of Knowledge in support of global enterprise.

The service, to be launched in January 2017 with the English Reading Module for Technology using traditional teaching methods, grammar and syntax (often neglected by other language learning providers) will be a key focus of the programme. It will also include games, applications and music to assist the student’s learning and development. The modules have been especially designed for business professionals, University students and entrepreneurs who already have a good working knowledge of the language of interest and who wish to perfect their language skills with a structured learning skills programme across various business sectors. Key industries the modules cover include;

Technology, Telecommunications, Multimedia and Digital
Hospitality, Travel and Leisure
Fashion
Business Management, Retail, Marketing, Sales and Communications

The Museum of Knowledge Modern Language Learning Programme for Business aims to enable professionals and students to gain a competitive advantage over their peers, improve their multicultural knowledge as well as becoming prolific in multilingual communications thanks to its unique teaching methods.