For potential consideration by the Mind, Brain, and Education community, here is a modest but provocative hypothesis regarding the relationships between acquisition of languages, awareness of cultures, and development of ethics in human beings. Starting from the basic idea according to which “a fish does not know what water is,” and using both various literature sources and my personal experience of linguistic/cultural diversity, I postulate, using the mathematical metaphor of the “tesseract,” that mastery of several languages is not only essential to developing cultural awareness but also a key to (partial) access to global awareness. This might open research avenues for colleagues interested in some of these fields, or in all of them; if sound neuroscientific work, possibly combined with quantitative studies, proves the hypothesis right, then we may hope to take one small step toward more tolerance: yet another “giant leap for mankind”? Let us dream—it is not forbidden yet.
Bron: https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/abs/10.1111/j.1751-228X.2010.01092.x
Summary of CV – Bilal El-Khattabi
You’re a versatile and experienced professional with a strong foundation in administration, IT, and customer service. You’ve contributed to diverse roles across both paid and volunteer positions, demonstrating a proactive mindset and adaptability.
🛠️ Core Competencies:
– Administrative Management: Proficient in managing records, invoicing, payroll, and using accounting platforms like Exact Online.
– IT & Web Development: Experience developing web solutions with PHP, MySQL, and e-commerce platforms (e.g., OsCommerce).
– Digital Marketing: Promoted rental cars online, handled social media and classified ads, and managed related administrative tasks.
– Customer Service & Support: Roles as a host, telemarketer, library assistant, and NS ticket clerk highlight your communication and people skills.
💼 Work Highlights:
– “Stichting Gek Op Werk”: Played dual roles as administrator and software developer—managing finances, updating web content, and customizing internal tools.
– Autoverhuur Consequent: Oversaw online marketing and transitioned into handling fines and bookkeeping.
– Various Support Roles: From IT hardware installations to working at Shell Pernis as a safety watch, showing your technical awareness and risk management.
📚 Education:
– Studied Higher Informatics (HBO) with a propedeuse certificate.
– Certified in European Computer Driving License (ECDL).
– Completed HAVO with subjects ranging from languages to mathematics and economics.
🌐 Personal Interests:
– Active in blogging and vlogging via your website: https://abumuhamad.nl , reflecting strong communication skills and tech-savviness.
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