In a globalized world, we can no longer close our eyes to the interdependence that exists among countries and cultures and the need to better understand the dynamic change that the flow of ideas, goods, services and people bring.  To succeed in today’s global environment, an era that is defined by the freedom of information, students need to complement their schooling with the international education skills that allow them to understand and respect other cultures, languages and beliefs as well as to better appreciate their own culture and social environment.

Among other things, international education includes foreign language and cultural learning. Studies have shown the positive effect that second language learning has had on test scores, intelligence and achievement both for children and teenagers. And cultural awareness at an early age gives children a starting point to develop a global mindset and a foundation for competitiveness in college, work and productive life as world citizens.

The freedom to learn is a basic human right. International education creates the opportunities for students to experience other cultures and other countries and therefore expand this freedom.