Expand Your World with Queenie Kawabe Queenie Kawabe

In this episode, we will delve into the topic of Navigating the Challenges of Acquiring a Second Language in a Monolingual Environment. One of the biggest obstacles in acquiring a second language in a monolingual environment is the limited access to exposure and opportunities for individuals who have grown up in a linguistic and cultural setting where only one language is spoken. As a result, these individuals may not fully understand the importance or necessity of learning a second language. However, with the increasing diversity and globalization in many countries that were historically monolingual, the ability to speak multiple languages has become increasingly essential. To overcome this challenge, I will explore various strategies such as understanding the mindset of monolingual students, finding similarities and differences between English and the second language, and providing access to resources and support.

In this episode, I will provide a comprehensive guide for introducing a second language to students on the first day of classroom instruction. As a bilingual or multilingual teacher, it can be challenging to create a curriculum that is inclusive of all students with diverse linguistic and cultural backgrounds. Furthermore, some schools may not have the necessary resources to support second language instruction. However, by implementing the following strategies, you can effectively introduce a second language to your students and create a positive learning environment for all.

In this episode, I'll share valuable tips and strategies for creating a bilingual or multilingual home environment for children. In some countries, preserving and passing down one's heritage language to children can be difficult living in a monolingual area. This can limit opportunities for language practice and cultural exchange, which make it more difficult to maintain fluency and a connection to one's heritage language and culture. However, implementing certain strategies and techniques can help create a bilingual or multilingual home environment for children. I have helped many modern parents successfully create such an environment for their children and I hope these tips and strategies will be helpful for you too.

In this episode, I will talk about the expectation of Expand Your World - Be Bilingual after being away for 6 years and 3 months. 

This podcast will be released twice a month. This is the place where I share my belief that learning a new language can help us build meaningful relationships and understand different cultures and give us the ability to effectively communicate in a global context. So join me, and let's set sail on this exciting journey together!
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In this episode Emiko Rasmussen will share how she overcame the language barrier when she came to US and eventually embraced the English language. 
Emiko was born and raised in Japan and came to US as an international student in 2003. With lots of challenges and hard work, she had graduated as a honor student in her Bachelor’s degree in Social Science. Later on, she could not stop learning and she had earned Master of Arts in Organizational management. She has worked in a higher education industry for over 10 years and helping students to achieve their academic goal. She is also a mother of two and happily married for 9 years. Emiko loves being a mom and she believes that this is the best gift ever and she could not ask for more!
She empowers, motivate and inspires next generation Japanese global leaders and help them send off to the world with confidence. She is passionate about helping others to achieve their goals!.
This podcast will be released 3 days a week on every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday. This is the place where you will learn how to achieve your highest potential and unleash your talent to the world with confident, courageous and happy in life, work and study. 
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Lindsay Dow is from the United Kingdom and loves teaching and inspiring people to learn languages. She also loves to blog, vlog, eat, sleep, breathe everything language. In this podcast, she gives insights on how she learned so many languages and how social media can help you learn languages faster. 

This podcast will be released 3 days a week on every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday. This is the place where you will learn how to achieve your highest potential and unleash your talent to the world with confident, courageous and happy in life, work and study. 
I'd love your feedback! Please let me know how you're learning with me by leaving me a review.
Want to connect with me? Join my exclusive inner circle where you will receive unique weekly strategies to success - www.queeniekawabe.com