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.
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.
What are the aims of the European Day of Languages?
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 Day of Languages website.
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 and businesses.
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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.
Read more about the European languages awards and find out more about the Woodhill Primary project.
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 to new markets and new business opportunities in the globalised world.
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 professional and community Chinese artists.
On screen BBC Video Nation and Big Screens will link up to other China Days around the country. The River Festival’s China theme on Saturday will add an intriguing international flavour to what is already a major festival.
Visit the Glasgow River Festival website for more information.
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.
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
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.
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