You know from past entries that I firmly believe that those who choose to live in the United States should speak and read English. Well, to that end, I think I am going to contact the local chapter of Literacy Volunteers of America. Since I have teaching degrees, it shouldn't be too difficult for me to get the training I need to participate in this program. Ideally, I'd like to teach adults to read, but there is probably more call for English as a Second Language in this area. It seems like a great project for the coming year.
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that sounds like a good idea, and I too am in favor of the immigrants learning the language of the country. In Canada we have English and French as official languages, then there is the many other languages the 'natives' speak, like Cree, Chip, etc. I wish all would make efforts to speak the language of the country, but I do find that is not always done.
Posted by Desiree | July 16, 2003 11:13 PM
Posted on July 16, 2003 23:13
You're right. I know this isn't a problem peculiar to the U.S. It's unfortunate that it happens, though, because it keeps the immigrants from enjoying ALL the benefits of their new homes.
Posted by Buffy | July 17, 2003 2:48 PM
Posted on July 17, 2003 14:48