When it comes to learning a foreign language, most people's first reaction is still English. However, with the integration of the Belt and Road Initiative and overseas markets, various minor languages have begun to take the stage. English has gradually shed its label as the "hottest foreign language," and many minor languages with active trade ties to China have taken its place on the mainstream stage. The education department has also recognized the importance of these minor languages and has incorporated the three most popular ones into the curriculum.
Recently, the Ministry of Education released the 2017 edition of the general high school curriculum program and 14 subject standards, adding Spanish, French, and German. The curriculum categories have been adjusted to compulsory courses, selective compulsory courses, and elective courses. Among these, students can choose to study elective courses independently, either for credit or without examination. This program will be officially implemented in the autumn of 2018.
Expanding the range of languages in general high school education is a general trend. The selection of Spanish, French, and German is also for the purpose of international exchange. These languages have high coverage and are widely used in international settings. More languages will be added in the future based on actual circumstances.
Spanish has become one of the most learned languages. In the UK, Spanish is considered the most promising foreign language. Over 26 years, the number of people enrolling in Spanish courses at the Cervantes Institute has increased from 17,000 to 142,000; the number of people enrolling now is eight times what it used to be. The number of native Spanish speakers has surged by 5 million in one year, reaching 477 million. The population of Spanish speakers continues to rise, with conservative estimates suggesting it could exceed 754 million by 2050.
Spanish is a highly economically viable language. It is a constantly "growing" language with a very high level of global activity and recognition. Spanish is a pivotal language both economically and academically.
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