Blair language classes support energetic interaction as students work with one another and their instructors to learn to speak, understand, read and write in Spanish, French, Chinese and classical Latin. Emphasizing both cultural understanding and language acquisition, classes encourage students to explore the histories, perspectives and traditions connected to the languages they study. Faculty use research-based teaching methods that emphasize practical communication, cultural understanding and the gradual development of lasting language proficiency.
Our modern-language teachers are all native or near-native speakers, and our classics faculty focuses on the art of close reading, fully appreciating the nuance of language and introducing students to ancient literature. Connecting students to the broader cultural context of the languages Blair teaches is paramount. Beyond the classroom, faculty and students often engage with members of Spanish- and Chinese-speaking communities within driving distance of campus.
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