by Michelle Salinas | Apr 26, 2024 | About Us, Language Classes, Services
As a linguist with YLC, I am passionate about the idea of language as a bridge to connect people and empower communities. So, I was shocked recently when I googled “language learning as a bridge” only to discover a debate raging in seven of the first ten hits as to...
by Michelle Salinas | Mar 26, 2024 | About Us, Language Classes, Language Services, Services
Have you been really wanting to learn, review or maintain your skills in another language? Do you speak a language that isn’t terribly common and do you find it difficult to get sufficient practice? We’d love for you to register with us to be matched up with a study...
by Michelle Salinas | Mar 26, 2024 | About Us, Interpretation Services, Language Classes, Services
Imagine your boss has just told you that there’s something you could easily do at work that would increase your salary by 10%. Would you want more information? Now imagine you would only be able to receive that information in a language you’ve been studying for ten...
by Michelle Salinas | Feb 20, 2024 | About Us, Language Classes
“Language learning takes place within the framework of social interaction” – Making Sense: The Acquisition of Shared Meaning. “Although, in adults, new vocabulary can be learnt independently of the presence of a partner, social interaction may...
by Michelle Salinas | Feb 20, 2024 | About Us, Uncategorized
Imagine wandering through the bustling streets of Tokyo, ordering your favorite sushi dish in flawless Japanese. Or bargaining for souvenirs in the vibrant markets of Marrakech using your newly acquired Arabic skills. Language skills open doors to authentic cultural...