Archive for 'For Learners'
New: ESL Courses for Dari and Pashto Speakers Posted by meaghan on Mar 18, 2022 in For Learners, For Libraries, Learning Material Updates
One reason we love working with public libraries is their commitment to supporting their diverse communities. So, when several subscribing libraries came to us last fall to request ESL materials for Afghan refugees resettling in their communities, we got to work. Fast forward to today: we’re thrilled to announce the launch of new Beginner English…
New Course: Beginner Spanish for Professionals Posted by meaghan on Feb 24, 2022 in For Learners, Learning Material Updates
Most language learning apps are focused on survival language for travel. Nothing wrong with that, we have a travel “Essentials” course in 80+ languages if you need it. But what about learners with more serious language needs? Do more than just survive your next vacation. Thrive in the target language in personal and professional contexts…
5 Ways to Make the Most of Language Tutoring Posted by meaghan on Jan 24, 2022 in For Learners
Language tutoring can be a big investment. But if you’re learning a language on your own, you’re already investing time and effort. Working with a great tutor helps you get a better return on that investment. If you’re taking the plunge, here are 5 ways to make the most of tutoring: 📲Self-teach before class so…
Year in Review Posted by Bridgette on Dec 20, 2021 in Company News, For Learners
Let’s celebrate how much you’ve progressed in 2021! When logging into your account you will be able to see just how far you’ve come towards your language goals this past year, including: ⌚ number of hours spent learning 🔢 number of words/phrases learned 📆 your longest learning streak Share your progress on Twitter with the…
Vocabulary vs. Grammar: Where to begin? Posted by Transparent Language on Apr 14, 2021 in For Educators, For Learners, Learning + Usage Tips
You have limited time to study your target language. How should you spend it? For beginner and intermediate learners, we typically recommend focusing on vocabulary. Read on to find out why, or skip to the video at the bottom to watch a replay of our webinar explaining why vocab matters more than you think. How…
Placement Tests in Transparent Language Online Posted by meaghan on Apr 6, 2021 in For Learners, For Libraries, Learning + Usage Tips, Learning Feature Updates
🧐 Not sure where to begin in Transparent Language Online? Take a placement test! Informal placement tests are available in 8 languages: Arabic, Chinese, English, French, German, Italian, Russian, and Spanish. The tests contain four parts: a fill-in-the blank grammar section an identify-the-mistake grammar section a fill-in-the-blank vocabulary section and a reading comprehension section At…
Pandemic Inspired Vocabulary Posted by Bridgette on Mar 23, 2021 in For Learners
Pandemic Inspired Vocabulary I always tell people that language is “living” since it is constantly adapting and growing, and this year was a perfect example. We have seen our personal vocabulary grow to include words that were no doubt uncommon in our language arsenal before this: social distancing, personal protection equipment (PPE), quarantine, community spread…