Our Approach

The Global Language Network’s approach to language learning sets it apart from any other program. It is based on Stephen Krashen’s theory on second language acquisition. 

GLN Precepts

•  We help students build confidence, not fluency. By building students’ confidence, we enable them to use the language to connect and communicate with others.


• Language is a tool that can establish connections and build relationships. 


• Language and culture are not different or separate. They are intricately intertwined. Students will learn a language through the culture and the culture through the language


• Full immersion: direct experiences to the language and culture are essential to develop communicative competence. Teachers and students communicate in the target language only. No English!


• A comfortable, friendly and interactive learning environment enables students to build confidence and communicate successfully in the target language


• Learning language and culture should be fun, engaging and free from the stresses of grades and traditional assessment

Please click here to view the GLN Language Scales