Why is fluency in a language so important?
In India today – and the world at large – parents accord far greater importance to their children attaining mastery of STEM subjects, as it is widely believed that expertise in these disciplines paves the way to success and prosperity.
Along the way, languages have been given short shrift; it is almost as though the prevailing wisdom is that dexterity with a language is something that will evolve naturally. Nothing could be further from the truth. As with any other field of endeavour, an individual has to strive and put in the “mandatory hours” in order to become adept with a language.
No two people use their skill with a language in quite the same way. The way we use language to express ourselves defines us, as individuals, and literally becomes our signature; something unique to who we are. Language skills also lay the corner stones for logical thought and the ability to reason. In an increasingly networked world, our skill with language helps us to communicate better, conveying just the right message and tonality, so as not to offend a person reading our message remotely. Additionally, language bestows upon us the ability to project empathy and esprit de corps. So, it is a critical component for working with, and building well-bonded teams of people.
Imagine the most brilliant STEM practitioner, presenting a once in a century idea, which might well prove an inflection point in human development. Now visualise this person as someone who, having neglected to develop his or her language skills, is utterly incapable of presenting or defending his or her ideas, clearly and compellingly! It is this – the inherent danger of lost opportunities – that language skills can help circumvent.
Today English is the global language of communication, be it in academics or in the world of business. If you feel the need to enhance your proficiency in the English language, choose a path that’s slow but sure, and ultimately beneficial in the long term. Remember, it’s never too late to become proficient in a language. It takes dedication and time. It takes a fundamental recognition that there is always room for improvement and something to learn. For all that, it’s an investment that is guaranteed to succeed.
And with ALSOWISE® you can hone your language skills while:
- Setting your own pace
- Testing yourself and receiving instant feedback
- Really experiencing a growth in proficiency and confidence
How does the ALSOWISE® Programme enable you to acquire this skill?
The ALSOWISE® Masters Programme is designed to enhance proficiency in the English language for young working professionals, with a view to making them proficient communicators. Demanding only 80 minutes per week, it focuses on:
- Revisiting the foundations of language which is the basis of all communication.
- Building critical reading skills to develop a self-learning orientation for continuous improvement.
- Honing both verbal and written business communication skills for the workplace through real-world examples.
Using technology to recreate a one-to-one classroom environment, in which users are made to listen, read, engage, and practice, on a mobile device of their choice goes a long way in building familiarity with, and expertise in, the English language.
It is never too late to learn and hone this valuable skill. So, if you’re looking to improve your English language and communication abilities with a view to standing out in a crowded field, and getting ahead:
- Download the ALSOWISE® app today.
- Register immediately – the process is quick and simple.
- Sample the FREE Demo and discover for yourself that ALSOWISE® is the English language enhancement app that you were looking for.