The number of American college students taking foreign language courses has been dropping since 2006. Does this shift signal less interest in learning other languages, or is it just part of an overall trend of rising and falling enrollment numbers? We discuss the future of foreign languages in the United States. We also take calls for book suggestions to celebrate Read Across America week, and track the debate over right-to-work legislation in the Wisconsin Assembly.
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Read Across America: Your Book Suggestions
This year marks the 18th annual Read Across America celebration, which aims to share the joys of reading with students all over the country. But reading is important for adults too. We learn about the stories you love, and what books you’d suggest to someone to inspire a passion for reading.
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Wisconsin Assembly Will Vote On Right-To-Work By 9AM Friday
Wisconsin’s Assembly began a 24-hour marathon dedicated to debating right-to-work legislation Thursday morning. The debate will end by 9 am Friday, by which point the bill is expected to pass. Governor Walker has said he will sign it on Monday.
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Are Americans Losing Interest In Learning Foreign Languages?
According to a new report from The Modern Language Association, enrollment in foreign language classes is down at American colleges and universities. A reporter breaks down the possible reasons for the decline. Then, a foreign language advocate and professor makes the case for learning a language.
Episode Credits
- Rob Ferrett Host
- Veronica Rueckert Host
- Matt Oleson Producer
- Galen Druke Producer
- Chris Malina Producer
- Shawn Johnson Guest
- Roberto Ferdman Guest
- Rob Howell Guest
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