Why Improve Your English?

Being able to speak English properly is important in today’s world. English is one of the most widely spoken languages. There are approximately 375 million people in the world who speak English as a mother tongue, and an equally large number speak English as a second language

English is the global language of communication. It is the language of International Business, and International Politics. Most academic publications are in English. If you speak English as a second language, then to succeed and progress in your work life you have to improve your English.

English - A Central Role

English has played a central role as the common international language

Toyama Atsuko – Minister of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology

Globalization extends to various activities of individuals as well as to the business world. Each individual has increasing opportunities to come in contact with the global market and services, and participate in international activities. It has become possible for anyone to become active on a world level.

Furthermore, due to progress in the information technology revolution, a wide range of activities, from daily life to economic activities, are being influenced by the movement to a knowledge-based society driven by the forces of knowledge and information. Thus, there is a strong demand for the abilities to obtain and understand knowledge and information as well as the abilities to transmit information and to engage in communication.

In such a situation, English has played a central role as the common international language in linking people who have different mother tongues. For children living in the 21st century, it is essential for them to acquire communication abilities in English as a common international language. In addition, English abilities are important in terms of linking our country with the rest of the world, obtaining the world’s understanding and trust, enhancing our international presence and further developing our nation.

March 31, 2003
Toyama Atsuko
Minister of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology

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