Language is the tool we use to connect and bond with each other. In international settings, we are required to agree on one language of communication. Although there is a general tendency of switching between languages when in highly international social settings, the Lingua Franca used in most speeches, conferences and meetings is English (ELF= English […]
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How to avoid misunderstandings and 7 tips to speak International English
When a while ago, Angela Merkels’ “no” was misinterpreted by Theresa May in Brussels – and earlier by David Cameron when he asked Merkel to let the UK have a special deal to opt out of free movement of people while staying in the single market – the cultural difference was pointed out in a […]
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TESTIMONIALS WEBINARS Elckerlyc International School Leiden MULTILINGUAL FAMILIES – Consultations, Trainings and Workshops Sara & Nadar B. Den Haag My husband and I were concerned about our son who is 2 and barely speaks. We attended Ute’s workshop “Parenting the Bilingual Child” and had a consultation session with Ute, where we analized our situation in detail. […]
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