Unlock the Power of Your Brain: Discover How Learning a Second Language Boosts Intelligence!
Did you know that picking up a second language, even in adulthood, can have a remarkable impact on your brain? A study involving 262 individuals, spanning from 11-year-olds to septuagenarians, revealed significant enhancements in reading, verbal fluency, and overall intelligence. What’s more, a previous study hinted that being bilingual might even delay the onset of dementia by several years.
But here’s the captivating twist: Was the improved cognitive function a result of learning a new language, or were those with already sharper minds more inclined to become bilingual? Dive into the intriguing findings of this study to uncover the secrets behind language learning!
Unleash your cognitive prowess by embracing the undeniable benefits of speaking multiple languages! The groundbreaking findings reveal that individuals proficient in two or more languages exhibit significantly superior cognitive abilities beyond expectations. The most pronounced effects manifest in general intelligence and reading skills, proving that the advantages extend to those who embark on their bilingual journey early in life or later.
Explore the world of language acquisition with the insights of Stephen Krashen, a distinguished expert from the University of Southern California. With over 20 years of dedicated research in linguistics, Krashen’s theories have revolutionized the understanding of non-English and bilingual language acquisition. His influential ideas have left an indelible mark on second language research and teaching since the 1980s.
According to Krashen, language acquisition thrives without the burden of cumbersome grammatical rules and monotonous drills. Meaningful interaction in the target language, characterized by natural communication, is the key. The best methods ensure ‘comprehensible input’ in low-anxiety settings, delivering messages that students genuinely want to hear. Forget about forcing early production – let students produce when they’re ready. Real-world conversations with supportive native speakers become invaluable, fostering understanding and enhancing the language acquisition experience. Elevate your language journey with Krashen’s tried-and-true principles!
EXCELLENT Based on 158 reviews Lene Bille Høegh2025-04-22Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. We were a family of 3 taking the 3 weeks A1 course with Frederico, at LisbonLanguageCafe. We are now able to speak basic sentences in our daily life and to understand quite a bit, both when reading and listening. We will all be hading for the A2 course soon. We cannot recommend LisbonLanguageCafe and Frederico enough, it has been the best fast track to starting a new language that we could have ever imagined. Sarah Neal Simpson2025-04-21Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I cannot recommend Frederico’s Portuguese course at Lisbon Language Café highly enough. After trying other classes and leaving more confused than when I started, Frederico’s approach was a game changer. The lessons are clear, well-structured, and focused on practical communication, making it the first time I genuinely felt confident about learning the language. Frederico provides a wealth of resources—like unit booklets, an online platform, podcasts, flashcards, and practice activities—which make it easy to reinforce what you learn in class at home. The small class sizes and relaxed, friendly environment create the perfect setting to build your skills and actually see progress. If you’re serious about learning Portuguese, this is the course to take. Highly recommend! Yaara2025-04-20Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I took the Portuguese intense 3 weeks A1 classes here and had a great experience! Our teacher, Frederico, was excellent – very patient, clear in his explanations, and kept the classes interactive and engaging. I also really appreciated the online materials and practice quizzes provided – they were super helpful for reinforcing what we learned in class and made it easy to review at my own pace. I’ve already signed up for A2 and can't wait to start. Highly recommend this school if you're looking to learn Portuguese! Nichole Garcia2025-04-02Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Took A1, was a really great class to understand the foundation. Recommend! Lynn Plummer2025-04-01Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I took the 3-week A1 intensive course with Frederico and I highly recommend it to anyone looking get started with Portuguese. Frederico is a thoughtful and fun teacher. He creates a very comfortable environment to learn and practice. Ava McBride2025-03-31Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I thought the intensive A1 course was exactly what I needed to kick off my Portuguese learning. The lessons were well structured and 'need-to-know' concepts were well explained. I highly recommend Lisbon Language Cafe! Ian Casey2025-03-30Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. A fantastic learning experience, Frederico is a highly skilled teacher, patient, funny and clearly passionate about sharing his knowledge of his native language, the grammar and his country. 1000% the right decision to attend classes here and plan to continue to advance. Frederico makes it fun, the classes are 5-7 people max, interactive & relevant. paul selina2025-03-07Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I just completed the A1 course and it has really helped me understand the basic components of Portuguese. The class was a small group of 7 people which allowed for good interactions. Frederico has developed quite varied modules for each topic seeing, listening, writing, and speaking the language in class. The lessons are complemented with many different online modules to expand on the class materials which I will use for further study. I already signed up for the A2 classes !!! Thank you Frederico