UCLA High School Summer Language Institute

From all of us at the Institute, Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year! 🎄🎄🎄

Program update:

Some of you have asked us about the summer language courses. Unfortunately, we will not be offering the summer language courses this upcoming summer or for the foreseeable future.
Thank you for your interest and we will post any program updates here when we have any changes.

Thank you,
UCLA High School Summer Language Institute

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The ostensible purpose of language is to transmit thoughts from one mind to another. Language represents thought, but does it also determine thought?

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Remember to reach out to family and friends when you feel lonely. The chances are you will end up helping others more in the process. Have a great Friday!

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It’s no secret that teaching a world language creatively can be challenging, particularly at the novice level. Our novice learners are limited in terms of their communicative skills, which often dissuades us from taking risks when designing lessons and assessments.

Engaging Novice World Language Learners | Edutopia Using target language videos, news articles, music, and more can spark engagement even with students who are just getting started.

Learn while you are young!

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