Explanations
Why being bilingual is good for your brain
27th October 2023
Happy Friday, especially if you are bilingual!
Being bilingual means you can speak two (or more) languages fluently. The most recent evidence tells us that being bilingual is good for your brain. For example, it could delay the onset of dementia by 4 and half years!
Why being bilingual is good for your brain (BBC Ideas)
Liz Blamire
Liz is the tutor2u subject lead for Health & Social Care. She is a former NHS midwife, an SSAT Accredited Lead Practitioner, who has taught Health & Social Care in FE and secondary schools. Liz has extensive experience in qualification development, assessment writing, examining and moderation, and is a textbook author. Liz has an MEd in Inclusion and Special Educational Needs.
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