Archive for 'For Learners'
New ESL Materials: Advanced Conversations in English Posted by Transparent Language on Apr 2, 2018 in For Learners, For Libraries, Learning Material Updates
Though we offer more than 100 languages in Transparent Language Online and the CL-150, our most requested language continues to be English. We’re excited to continue expanding our collection of English materials. We have traditionally supported beginner and intermediate level learners, from elementary students who need basic, age-appropriate vocabulary to get through their school to…
When should language learners focus on the depth of their vocabulary? Posted by Transparent Language on Mar 19, 2018 in For Learners, Learning + Usage Tips
Last week, we discussed the importance of building vocabulary breadth—or the number of words you know—when trying to improve proficiency. To very briefly recap, we cited studies that demonstrate that of all the factors contributing to language proficiency, vocabulary size is by far the single most significant factor, accounting for anywhere from 50% to 70%…
How much vocabulary is enough when learning a foreign language? Posted by Transparent Language on Mar 12, 2018 in For Learners, Learning + Usage Tips
I came across an interesting question on Quora recently. The asker wondered which was more important: speaking a language correctly and properly or successfully communicating an idea at the expense of eloquence. The consensus was in favor of communicating successfully, particularly in the beginning stages of learning a language. So, where should learners begin to…
What has Transparent Language been up to in 2017? Posted by Transparent Language on Dec 11, 2017 in Company News, For Educators, For Learners, For Libraries
We advise language learners about the importance of reviewing what they’ve learned. As the year comes to a close, we’re doing a little review of our own to reflect on what we’ve accomplished this year and plan for the next. We added three new languages to Transparent Language Online and the CL-150. Hmong: There are…
Online English Courses for Elementary ESL Learners Posted by Transparent Language on Oct 30, 2017 in For Educators, For Learners, For Libraries, Learning Material Updates
We are thrilled to expand our English language offerings to reach younger learners. ESL students in grades 3-5 will love our Elementary Conversations in English Course. Elementary Conversations in English is uniquely suited to guide elementary school students along a fun and effective English language learning journey. The course focuses on facilitating natural conversations among…
Learn Nahuatl in Transparent Language Online Posted by Transparent Language on Oct 25, 2017 in For Learners, Learning Material Updates
Thanks to Tlahtoltapazolli and 7000 Languages, you can now learn Nahuatl in Transparent Language Online for Libraries. Nahuatl is the language of the Aztecs, the 14th century Mexican empire you probably learned about in your high school history class. While the empire may have fallen to Spanish conquistadors in the 16th century, the language lived…
Les presentamos Transparent Language Online para hispanohablantes Posted by Transparent Language on Oct 17, 2017 in For Learners, Learning Material Updates, Spanish Language News
Un solo idioma nunca es suficiente. Por eso ahora lo ayudaremos a aprender otros idiomas usando el español. Típicamente Transparent Language ha enseñado otros idiomas a través del inglés —una muy buena solución para los hablantes nativos del inglés o para aquellos que se sienten cómodos aprendiendo en ese idioma. Sin embargo, dado la demanda…