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What percentage of people in the US speak a language other than English at home as of recent decades?

From 23.1 million (1 in 10) to 67.8 million (1 in 5), making up about 21.6% of US households.

Which foreign language has the most speakers worldwide?

Mandarin, with approximately 1.1 billion speakers.

What is the primary language studied by K-12 students in the US?

Spanish is the most popular language studied.

What is the Seal of Biliteracy?

A credential demonstrating proficiency in reading, writing, speaking, and listening in two or more languages, available in all 50 states and Washington DC.

Which country has the highest percentage of students learning languages in school?

European countries have high rates, with Luxembourg, Malta, and Liechtenstein reporting 100% learning a foreign language.

What effect does multilingualism have on employment opportunities according to research?

Employers value multilingualism, and multilingual individuals earn $2-3k more on average.

How does bilingualism in the US compare to European countries?

The US ranks in the middle of European nations in bilingualism percentage but surpasses them in total number of bilinguals due to its large population.

What was the impact of the 1965 Immigration and Nationality Act on bilingualism in the US?

It increased bilingualism by opening opportunities for a more diverse range of immigrants.

Which languages are included in the 'Super 7' languages spoken by over 1 million speakers in the US?

Spanish, French, German, Tagalog, Vietnamese, Mandarin, and Cantonese.

What major challenge does American bilingualism face according to the lecture?

A monolingual majority, with 74% of Americans being monolingual.