You may already be familiar with CLIL but you may be wondering - What makes CLIL special? Look below at the top 5 reasons why your child needs to learn by CLIL now.
- PRIME PERFORMANCE
It has been found that students who study following the CLIL methodology are able to score higher on exams, competence tests and during school quizzes in both their first and second languages. This is due to the interrelationship between first and second language development, students are able to become experts in the field from experts in the field instead of curriculums that have been ‘dumbed-down’ for children. CLIL empowers kids’ abilities – THE SKY IS THE LIMIT!
- 2. EAT, SLEEP & BREATHE IT
CLIL ensures ALL learning is authentic and driven by the experts in that field who are not only passionate about the topic but also continue to work in that field. ALL the content taught to the children is innovative, interesting and highly engaging to drive a fascinating learning experience for children who can literally experience what it is like being a scientist or actor during each course.
- 3. BECOME A CITIZEN OF THE WORLD
CLIL students have also been shown to demonstrate higher levels of intercultural competence and are prepare for a life in an international world. This is important as it contributes to student’s overall education by understanding how to be tolerant of themselves and others around them. In addition, it helps students to have global opportunities as they are able to live and work comfortably using their CLIL foundations of linguistic and cultural knowledge. Fancy being a business man in NYC? A scientist in Antarctica? An actor in London? Or a writer in New Zealand? The world is an oyster for CLIL students…
- 4. KNOW YOUR WORTH
It has been proven that CLIL students develop an optimal command of English as a foreign language and feel more confident than other students in their abilities. Many research studies suggest CLIL reaches well beyond purely teaching English or bilingual courses but also builds pupils’ confidence as EFL users, well-prepared for an interconnected world. Having confidence from a young age can help empower students in social situations as well as in their future careers! CLIL sets them up for life…
- 5. BRAIN POWER
Students in a CLIL program do more than just learn a language — they learn in the language, so they are constantly using the language and improving. While they are learning science and drama they are learning this course WITH a new language which builds two different sections of their brain. Critical thinking skills and social skills are also an area that sees a huge amount of development in the CLIL methodology…WOW CLIL learners really do have CoolBrains!