Foreign language programs and international education are a priority in the US and World Education Act sponsored by Representative Loretta Sanchez. The act would provide grants to support international education and foreign language programs. Funding for student programs and professional development programs for educators are included. Students would be able to learn about world history, international relations, foreign languages and about the global economy. The world is becoming more of a global economy, and competency in these areas is needed to be able to compete.
"Encouraging our students to learn foreign languages and cultures is not only good education policy - it's good economic policy. In these tough economic times, it is imperative that we give our children and teachers the tools they need to compete in an increasingly global economy, By making smart investments in international education and foreign language programs, my bill will help shaped the students of today into the workforce of tomorrow," said Rep. Sanchez.
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