This book investigates the impact of language learning and study
abroad on the career options and choices of US-based alumni of all
ages. It reports on the results of a mixed-methods study which used
both an extensive nationwide survey and qualitative life history
interviews with 54 participants systematically selected to
represent a broad range of backgrounds and professions.
International education experiences are shown to exert considerable
influence on the aspirations and career paths of individuals in a
wide variety of fields (e.g. education, healthcare, business,
government service). The long-term benefits of language study are
illustrated both in narratives from individuals whose work requires
proficiency beyond English and from participant comments on
improvement in their use of English for international
communication. The book will be of relevance to a wide audience of
international education professionals in addition to researchers
and students in applied linguistics and language education.
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