English may be the predominant language of business and tourism, but it is by no means the only way to communicate when you travel to, or deal with people in, foreign countries. Understanding at least the basics of a foreign language will increase your chances for success in business. As a tourist, the ability to communicate in the local language and understand street signs and advertising will greatly enhance your experience. You are much more likely to enjoy your meals in Paris if you understand exactly what you are ordering and are able to communicate with your waiter. This is the important of the language instructor.
To be able to teach a foreign language, you need a strong command of the language, a good hear for pronunciation, and the ability to teach people who have a tin ear and a thick tongue. You should also understand regional differences in accent and colloquialisms. For example, the French language of Quebec has some significant variations from the accent and idioms of Paris. The Spanish of the Caribbean and Latin America varies in some important ways from the Castilian dialect of Spain. You may be called on to help business clients communicate about specialized topics such as finance and computer terms.
One way to sharpen your language skill is to listen to foreign language broadcasts; many cable and satellite television providers offer news and entertainment channels from other countries. Many foreign language movies are available on videotape or DVD. You can also read daily newspapers and newsmagazines on the Internet.
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