This discussion explores the challenges and opportunities in teaching Dzongkha, Bhutan's national language, to foreigners. It looks at the unique aspects of Dzongkha, including its script, grammar, and cultural context, which pose specific challenges for non-native learners. The session will also consider the methods and strategies being developed to make the language more accessible, while preserving its cultural significance.
The conversation will delve into the importance of language in understanding Bhutan’s identity and heritage, and how Dzongkha language teaching is evolving in response to increasing global interest in Bhutan’s culture and development.