700 Reasons: Reason #372

Reason: 372
Because the study of a modern foreign language involves re-learning how to express oneself, it is well suited to dealing with topics from subjects as varied as history, geography, technology, mathematics and the sciences. Even basic work with numbers, prices and measures reinforces mathematical understanding
Reference:
The Department of Education and Science; Welsh Office (1990) Modern Foreign Languages for Ages 11 to 16 (London: HMSO)
Related Keywords:
Key skills, Multidisciplinarity, Related subjects, Secondary sector

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