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UK-German Connection: The Voyage

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The voyage is part of UK-German Connection which is dedicated to increasing contacts and understanding between young people in the UK and Germany.
They have recently revamped their website which now includes an interactive area with quizzes, blogs and a forum area as well as the opportunity to become a Voyage reporter.

New microsite: 14 to 19 - Reshaping languages

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Cilt has recently launched a new website showing innovative and effective practice in language post 14. Select a theme to watch videos and find further information for your chosen subject.
Visit 14-19 Reshaping languages

European Day of Languages, 26 September

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What are the aims of the European Day of Languages?

To alert the public to the importance of language learning.
To increase awareness and appreciation of all the languages spoken in Europe.
To encourage lifelong language learning

You can search the range of events that have been organised across Europe which  include competitions, language classes and conferences. Or download resources from the European […]

New toolkit supports business language champions

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Regional Language Network (RLN) London has launched a toolkit to share motivating activities and ideas with businesses and schools interested in working in partnership to encourage language learning.
The toolkit includes samples of activities carried out by recognised Business Language Champions, together with supporting materials and advice which can help in building long-term partnerships between schools […]

UK embraces technology to win European languages awards

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UK winners of the prestigious European Award for Languages have shown that learners of all ages are inspired to develop language skills through creative use of new technologies. Podcasts, interactive DVDs and video conferencing all feature in projects run by the winners of the Award.
One of this year’s winners was Woodhill Primary School in Glasgow.
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Multilingualism: How languages help business

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European Commission Press Release: 11 July, 2008
The Business Forum for multilingualism, set up in 2007 to explore how language skills can have an impact on trade and jobs in the European Union, delivered its report to Commissioner Orban today. The report gives a clear overview of what needs to be done to help companies gain access […]

Glasgow’s River Festival’s China theme

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For a great day out head down to the Clyde when China comes alive at Glasgow’s River Festival on Saturday 19 July.
Silk Screens at the River Festival comprises both live and on screen events. Live events in Glasgow will be themed around the Chinese element of water, represented by a giant moving turtle, and involving performances from […]

Quick fix Summer phrases

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Whether it’s a cultural city break in Rome, sunbathing on the Spanish Costas, partying in Portugal or sampling Greek gastronomy, don’t forget to pack your printable, downloadable Quick Fix phrases in Italian, Spanish, Portuguese and Greek from BBC Languages.
Quick fix Summer phrases

Chinese phrases and mini-guides from BBC languages

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These essential Chinese holiday phrases for your mp3 player and mini-guides will give you a quick fix in the language and an insight into the Chinese tones and characters as well as pinyin.
Visit BBC Languages to find out more

My SQA Countdown

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Candidates wanting to receive their exam results by email or text must sign up by 5 pm on 17 July.
Go to www.mysqa.org.uk to register for MySQA, the new service that lets you sign up to get your exam results by email or text on Tuesday 5 August 2008.