Proposal

__Description__ For my project, I will intern with Mr. Manga’s French I class during my B-Block Study Hall (9:33 AM- 11:03 AM). During this internship, I will observe and participate in class activities related to the French language, such as leading the review of a verb exercise. I will also be available as a resource for students during class time. __Outcome__ My internship with the French I class will enhance my understanding of foreign language education, which goes hand-in-hand with my research topic. __Strategies__ I will go about completing my project by attending and participating in activities related to Mr. Manga’s French I class during my study hall, which occurs every other day, in order to complete my 30 hour requirement. __Resources/Materials__ I will need the time to complete my internship (study hall,) and a dynamic world language classroom setting (Mr. Manga’s French I.) During my time in the classroom, I will improve my understanding of foreign language teaching through observation of and participation in exercises. **RESEARCH** __Research Topic__ My research topic concerns the cognitive benefits of foreign language education and which method of foreign language teaching is the most effective way of getting these benefits. I chose to explore the cognitive benefits of foreign language education because it allows me to tie my interests in foreign language and psychology together. I added the component of comparing methods of teaching foreign language because, as I explored some preliminary research, I found that these sources referenced different methods of teaching foreign language. I then began to wonder if the particular type of program would have an impact on the learning of the foreign language and the cognitive benefits received. This became another interest, in addition to psychology and foreign language. __Essential Question__ What are the cognitive benefits of learning a foreign language? Which method of teaching a foreign language is most effective for delivering these benefits? __Prior Experience__ I have had experience learning foreign languages at Springfield. I have taken French from grade 8 and I am still taking it. I took Latin in grades 9 and 10 and Spanish in grade 11 and 12. However, I do not have any prior experience with various world language teaching strategies. __Research Benefits__ Students could benefit from my research, as they would become aware of the several cognitive benefits of taking a foreign language. They would also be aware of what time in their life they should start taking foreign languages and which type of program will effectively deliver its cognitive benefits. __Potential Sources__ Please see annotated bibliography for this information.
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