Language is the key to integration. Marianne Jensen Lærdansk

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1 Language is the key to integration Marianne Jensen Lærdansk

2 This presentation will introduce you to.. Ø Lærdansk and Lærdansk Aarhus; who are we and what do we offer? Ø the importance of learning the Danish language and culture when living and working in Denmark Ø the law on which the Danish language system is based Ø language learning acquisition Ø some good advice on how to learn Danish

3 Thanks for being here! Denmarks needs you for at least 2 reasons: Ø The demographic situation Ø Enrich the culture, and increase the competetiveness at the internat. market (National, regional, local and AU strategy with focus on recruiting and retaining foreign employees)

4 Lærdansk

5 Lærdansk is a part of Danish Refugee Council Vision and Values No refugee must be without help to find protection and durable solutions. And nobody who wishes to be integrated into Danish society must be without help to do so. We want to be the best problem-solver with regards to displacement and integration.

6 Lærdansk Largest network of language schools (15) in Denmark Teaching Danish as a 2. language and Danish culture according to the law (Ministry of Education) Contract with municipalities

7 Lærdansk Aarhus

8 Lærdansk Aarhus Ø Largest language centre in Denmark Ø 5000 students pr. year (80% international employees/students) Ø 116 nationalities Ø 100 staff Ø Focus on innovative teaching methods ( IT/technology and ) Ø 7500 m 2 new location

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10 3 characteristics Ø Flexibility; - Place: at school, at company/institution, online, blended (AU class 2 a week) - Time: morning, afternoon, evening, Saturday Ø Quality; - Homogenous groups +targeted tuition (fx medical classes) - Teachers qualification; Master +continuously competence development Ø Satisfaction; Rambøll survey + Midway evaluation

11 Lærdansk in collaboration with. Aarhus Kommune Region Midtjylland Vestas Wind Systems Grundfos A/S Danfoss A/S Bestseller Danske Commodities Kiloo TC group CLC Bio Via University College Maersk Siemens A/S Danish Crown Aarhus University SDU Teko Business Academy Aarhus Danmarks Medie og journalisthøjskole Arkitektskolen Aarhus Aarhus 2017

12 The importance of learning the language

13 Why learn Danish? Ø when working in an English speaking company? Ø when everybody speaks and wants to speak English? Ø.when my plan is to stay here for just a short while?

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15 The Expat Study 2010

16 Expat Study 2010

17 THE LAW MINISTRY OF EDUCATION

18 Is it true that it s free to get Danish tuition? Ø Yes in the first 4,5 years after arrival Ø First 1,5 year 5 packages each 50 hours No tests Ø Followed by up to 3 years of module based tuition With tests and a final stateproven exam with right to ask for permanent resindence+ citizenship

19 A1, A2, B1, B2 og C1 relaterer til niveauerne i Europarådets beskrivelse af sprogniveauer Studieprøven Modul 6 C1 Prøve i dansk 2 Prøve i dansk 3 Modul 5 B2 Prøve i dansk 1 Modul 6 B1 Modul 6 Modul 5 Modul 4 Modul 5 Modul 4 Modul 3 Modul 4 Modul 3 Modul 2 Modul 3 Modul 2 Modul 2 Modul 1 Modul 1 Modul 1 A2 A1 Danish education 1 Danish education 2 Danish education 3

20 How to get started Get a referral from Jobcenter Aarhus by: Ø Going there: Værkmestergade 3-5, 1. sal Ø Filling in a form and mailing it to: jobcenter@aarhus.dk (Att. Job og Integration, Team 4) Ø Contacting the Jobcenter at ICS, Nordhavnsgade, Thursdays 1 pm. to 5 pm.fridays 9 am. to 1 pm. Ø

21 Language learning acquisition

22 Communicative approach Language learning is a mixture of : - Formal language learning Class - Informal language learning Practice

23 The language acquisition circle New language presented in class Adjust/refine language in class + bring in new language from authentic sit Practise new language in authentic situations

24 Authentic situations is a challenge Lærdansk provides possibilities for language practice: - Semi-authentic situations in class with focus on fluency - Authentic situations outside class as part of material - Multicentre with access to authentic material - Tal dansk Cafe (Volunteers) - Mentorships

25 Good advice on Learning Danish

26 Help yourself Ø Use the language whenever..! Ø Do not be shy- you learn from your mistakes! Ø Insist on people talking Danish to you! Ø Make agreements on when to speak Danish (with spouse maybe 1 hour every 2. day)! Ø Listen to Danish TV! Ø Listen on the bus! Ø Be aware of signs, fx at the supermarket! Ø Read free newspapers! Ø Write down new words, expressions! (Take it to class and ask teacher ) Ø Use post-it! Ø Use free sites on Internet Ø Get a mentor! Ø Takes notes and reflect about your progress!

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