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This paper intends to present two concepts: the study of a foreign language and the globalization and the relation between them. In today's society, experts are often saying that people should learn a foreign language in order to cope with an interconnected world. Learning a language means the acquisition of new language skills and a detailed understanding of the world. Language is an important part of culture and as a person learns a foreign language his cultural horizon expands. Language is a major branch of globalization and in close connection with aspects such as the new demographic and social changes generated by the present waves of migrants, the changes in economy, the much debated political decisions taken recently by the European states and generated by same migrants. "Globalization demands more foreign languages, not less. In addition to providing you with knowledge, skills and attitudes that are necessary in the workplace, the study of languages, literatures, and cultures, like the study of history, philosophy, or mathematics, helps you develop the analytic skills needed to be an effective participant in local and national discussions. Studying languages in the context of history, politics, and popular culture can help you follow international events with insight, opening up perspectives to make you an informed and responsible citizen of your country and of the world. Knowing another language enriches your personal life, expands the range ofprofessional opportunities open to you, and increases your power to act as a citizen of the world."
Key words: foreign language, globalization, culture.
1. Introduction
1.1. What is globalization?
"The term "globalization" has acquired considerable emotive force. Some view it as a process that is beneficial-a key to future world economic development-and also inevitable and irreversible. Others regard it with hostility, even fear, believing that it increases inequality within and between nations, threatens employment and living standards and thwarts social progress. Globalization offers extensive opportunities for truly worldwide development but it is not progressing evenly. Some countries are becoming integrated into the global economy more quickly than others are. Countries that have been able to integrate are seeing faster growth and reduced poverty. The term sometimes also refers to the movement of people (labor) and knowledge (technology) across international borders. At its most...