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Tongue-Tied | Emily Field | TEDxUnionvilleHS
TEDx Talks· 2025-11-03 16:19
[Applause] [Music] [Music] Approximately four or five Americans are really confused about what I just said and that statistic is generous meaning that in the United States only 20% of Americans can make up some idea of what I was talking about and that statistic is just outright sad. The stereotype of learning a new language has always been oh it's too hard or it takes too long or it costs too much and all these negative perceptions it's a decrease in bilingualism in the United States. I know though learnin ...
Fluent in Opportunity | Sutheera (Proud) Kongsap | TEDxSJC School Bangkok
TEDx Talks· 2025-10-17 16:11
Language Learning Benefits - Early language exposure, especially to globally used languages like English, is common [1] - Learning tonal languages like Mandarin and Thai can provide an advantage in mastering other tonal languages [3] - Language learning enhances communication skills, leading to fluency and more effective communication [5] - Language learning improves information processing speed and assimilation [6] - Language learning strengthens memory through memorization and practice, converting short-term memories to long-term ones [7] - Fluency in a language provides a cognitive advantage, enabling quick translation and understanding [8] - Switching between languages boosts cognition, strengthens muscle memory, and improves analytical thinking [9] Cultural and Economic Implications - Language learning fosters empathy, breaks down cultural barriers, and enriches cultural diversity [10] - Multilingual individuals are increasingly vital for bridging cultural gaps in international business collaborations [11] - Understanding different cultures through language can open new business ventures and contribute to a country's economy [11] - Language skills can facilitate relocation and travel, aiding in navigating situations where language barriers exist [12][13] - Language learning skills are transferable and valuable for life, aiding in learning additional languages [14]
How Language Transforms Who We Are | Olivia Shen | TEDxDulwich College Singapore
TEDx Talks· 2025-09-22 15:53
Cognitive Science & Linguistics - Multilingualism can reshape personality and cognitive processes, with over 50% of the world's population being bilingual [2][3] - Learning a new language builds new neural pathways, impacting information processing and decision-making [3][4] - Bilingual individuals may make more rational decisions in a second language due to increased emotional distance [5] - Linguistic relativity suggests that language shapes perception of reality [6][7] - Bilingual individuals may exhibit different personality traits depending on the language they are using [8][9] Cultural & Communication - Untranslatable words highlight the unique aspects of different cultures and the limitations of single-language expression [10][11][12] - Code-switching can lead to mental exhaustion but also fosters resilience and adaptability [14][15] - Embracing linguistic diversity promotes deeper connections and understanding between people [16] - Every language represents a unique universe, and learning a new language allows individuals to step into a parallel reality [15][17]
The 3 languages that changed my life | Qilemuge Qilemuge | TEDxUIC
TEDx Talks· 2025-07-09 15:36
Cultural Identity & Language - The speaker emphasizes that language is more than just communication, it's a doorway to different worlds and ways of thinking [2] - Mongolian culture emphasizes warmth, hospitality, respect for elders, and maintaining harmony in relationships [3][4] - Chinese language skills facilitated adaptation and connection within a diverse society [6][16] - English language skills opened up global opportunities and broadened the speaker's perspective [13][14] Personal Growth & Transformation - The speaker's multilingualism has shaped their identity, allowing them to embrace different cultures and ways of being [15][18] - Overcoming language barriers requires connection, understanding, and willingness to meet halfway [9][10] - The speaker's experience highlights the transformative power of language in shaping worldviews and self-understanding [17] - Support from family, teachers, and the UIC community was crucial in navigating language challenges [19] Education & Curriculum - English had a negligible role in the speaker's education system due to policy and curriculum design [11] - The speaker's initial lack of focus on English changed when it became central to their academic life at UIC [12]
Why language-learning is important. | Robin Wang | TEDxYouth@BIPH
TEDx Talks· 2025-06-30 16:59
[Applause] The defining aspect of a human civilization isn't cognition, neither is it stratification or specialization. It's language. One languages so critical to our being humans and even more so why should we learn them as how do we go about accomplishment.During this presentation, I'm going to briefly go over the history of language, emphasize the benefits of language learning, and explain in detail different say language is ancient. The existence of a unified pronouncable and written language spans mil ...
Linguistic Inclusivity | Zainab Waqar | TEDxBCP Gulberg Youth
TEDx Talks· 2025-06-13 14:39
सो हेलो एवरीवन टुडे आवर टॉपिक ऑफ़ डिस्कशन इज द लैंग्वेज ऑफ़ बट बिफोर आई गेट देयर आई वांट यू ऑल टू थिंक अबाउट द वर्ल्ड रेवोल्यूशन व्हाट कम्स इन योर माइंड इज़ इट बायरी प्रोटेस्ट हो स्पीचेस और ट्राटिक अपीयर्स नाउ आई एम गोना स्टॉप यू देयर लेट मी फ्लिप दिस इमेजिन अ रेवोल्यूशन दैट डज़ रिक्वायर हेडलाइन विद नॉइस अ रेवोल्यूशन दैट ट्रांसफॉर्म्स द वर्ल्ड विथ क्वाइट पावरफुल एक्ट्स ऑफ़ कनेक्शन दैट लेडीज़ एंड जेंटलमैन वुड बी द रेवोल्यूशन व्हिच इज़ ऑल अबाउट ब्रेकिंग डाउन द इनविज़िबल वॉल्स दैट कीप असार एंड बिल्डिंग ब्रिजेस वेयर एव ...