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MIvkovic - Developing Awareness about Argumentative Texts - Studying a language abroad
by MIvkovic - (2012-10-29)
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Writing an argumentative text.
Why studying English abroad is useful?



Studying a language abroad is one of the most rewarding things you can ever done.
If you ask anybody who has studied abroad what are his opinions about it, he or she will most certainly tell you that it is a life-changing experience.
Perhaps you're not certain what benefits you can reap from an extended stay in a foreign country, but I have got a couple of excellent reasons why you should take the plunge.

First of all there is no better and more effective way to learn a language than to be immersed in the culture of the foreing Country and sorrounded by the language you are learning. One advantage of this point is also the opportunity to get to know another culture: cultural differences are very important because a person's culture reflects very deep perceptions, beliefs and values that influence his or her way of life and the way that he or she views the world. On the contrary, someone may think this kind of immersion in an entirely new cultural setting is scary, but in my opinion it is an opportunity to discover new strenghts and abilities, conquer new challenges and solve new problems.


What comes to my mind when discussing this topic is the first and the last study trip I have done with my class and my English teacher – to Ireland, and the cultural exchange with the Austrian students.
In my opinion they were two of the most important experiences in my life, not only because they helped me in learning English and German – or Austrian - but also for breaking out of my life and academic routine (that kills me every day) and giving me the opportunity to make new friends around the world.


Spontaneously, it seems to me that studying a language abroad doesn't have disadvantages, but if I were a parent I might be worried for my child and might think the voyage is too expensive, so it's important remember to all the parents that the children or the students are always in good hands and accompained by teachers and of course they are not allowd to go out alone. Further more, there are a lot of promotions and offers for students or group of students that want to go and study abroad.

To sum up I would say that studying abroad is a perfect way to enter in contact with other people, to develop our skills and to expand our worldview.