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Let Languages Open Up Your World

By: Margarito Deninno


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The Languages Show represents language schools, publishers, language bookshops, cultural and educational institutions, governmental organisations, property magazines, learning zones, volunteer programmes, tourist boards and more. So whatever your interest, it is likely that you will find the relevant information, though it is largely language teachers for whom the majority of the exhibition stands cater: there are a huge number of teaching resources available to try out? books, practical activities, games and information for every age group from children to adults.

Informative talks and short seminars also play a big role in the show. You can have your questions answered about living, working or studying abroad, buying property, learning techniques (e-learning, for example), careers or languages in business. For teachers, the seminars are more tailored: bringing languages into the primary school, professional teaching exchanges or using ICT, among other things. There are also interactive cultural initiatives ? if you''ve ever fancied learning something a bit unusual like Croatian, Hindi or Swahili but were unwilling to commit to enrolling on a course, you can attend a taster session provided that you reserve your place on entrance. Or have a go at salsa. Or even learn how to cook, Italian-style.

The exhibitors ? from global establishments like the British Council or the BBC to lesser-known organisations ? are all helpful and will patiently and politely answer all your queries, hand out leaflets and freebies. Books, CDs, DVDs, language learning software, magazines and games are all sold with discounts, too, plus you can enter a whole load of competitions for free to win a free language course abroad, so it may be well worth the trip. There is also a newly-introduced Recruitment Fair where job-seekers can find out about opportunities for linguists at a variety of companies. Be warned though; the Show is very popular, with a large number of visitors each day, and crowding around stands is common.

Refreshments are available on site, and entry is free provided you fill out a coupon available at the front desk or by registering online at the official website.

So whether you''re a language teacher, a keen linguist, or just have a slight interest, this might just be the best way to let languages open up new worlds and break down barriers.

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