Teaching Afrikaans at a US university with Jacques Du Plessis-E37

Teaching Afrikaans at a US university with Jacques Du Plessis-E37

Imagine learning Afrikaans at a university in America.

in this conversation I talk to Professor Jacques Duplessis who teaches Afrikaans at the University of Wisconsin in Milwaukee.

He shares shares his journey from South Africa to the United States, discussing his passion for teaching Afrikaans and the cultural connections he maintains.

He also talks about his love for poetry and the resources that he has built to promote the teaching of Afrikaans all over the world.

He emphasizes the importance of humor, music, and family ties in navigating life abroad, while also reflecting on identity and the challenges faced by immigrants.

Jacques offers valuable advice for young South Africans considering their future, highlighting the richness of their cultural heritage and the importance of staying connected to their roots.

I really enjoyed Jacques’ passion for Afrikaans and his people while building a life in the United States.

Jacques Du Plessis:"Afrikaans is a WYSIWYG language."

Chapters

00:00 Navigating Immigration and Personal Journeys

03:13 Cultural Connections and Language Teaching

05:50 Innovations in Language Education

09:12 The Global Interest in Afrikaans

11:56 Challenges of Less Commonly Taught Languages

15:01 Language Proficiency and Cultural Nuances

17:57 Understanding South African Humor

20:53 Cultural Differences in Friendships

23:46 The Depth of South African Connections

29:31 The Richness of Afrikaans Language

36:29 Cultural Identity and Language

44:57 The Role of Music in Language Learning

52:55 Reflections on Life Choices and Identity


Find out more about Jacques’ work on www.afrikaans.us and his personal website www.jacquesduplessis.com.


Find your digital home with fellow Relocated South Africans around the world. Visit https://therelocatedsouthafrican.com and connect with Jan at jan@therelocatedsouthafrican.com

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