Introducing Transparent Language Online for Spanish Speakers Posted by Transparent Language on Jul 5, 2017 in For Learners, For Libraries, Learning Material Updates
Un idioma nunca es suficiente. That’s why we’re now helping you learn other languages using Spanish. Transparent Language has typically taught other languages via English—a great solution for native English speakers or those who feel comfortable learning in the language. Given the global demand for language skills, though, it’s time for us to step up…
The 3 Most-Repeated Language Learning Rules Posted by Malachi Rempen on Jul 3, 2017 in Archived Posts
We often hear the same tips, tricks, rules and advice from master language learners. Do they even have any meaning any more? Nobody listens to the safety instructions on an airplane. They’re always the same. Something something seatbelt, something something no smoking, something something seat backs tray tables “brace brace” electronic devices. I fool myself…
Learning a Foreign Language Is Not Obsolete Posted by Transparent Language on Jun 28, 2017 in Archived Posts
In 2011, Michael Sinanian claimed that “translation technology will evolve within the next five to ten years to make the process instantaneous and transparent to the end-user, rendering foreign language competency effectively useless.” It’s not the only claim of its kind, though it is one of the most audacious. Well, it’s been 6 years and we’re…
Can You Speak Before Understanding? Posted by Malachi Rempen on Jun 26, 2017 in Archived Posts
When you learn a language, you generally are able to say less than you can understand. But is that always the case? I got a fair amount of pushback on this comic. I guess it’s not as obvious to everyone else as it is to me that when you’re learning a language, you first understand…
8 African Languages You Can Learn with Transparent Language Online Posted by Transparent Language on Jun 21, 2017 in For Learners, For Libraries, Learning Material Updates
Here at Transparent Language, we believe in the value of every language, regardless of the number of speakers, the economic value, or otherwise. That’s why we offer 100 languages in Transparent Language Online and continue to add new ones each year. For those interested in learning African languages, we currently offer courses and learning materials…
8 Rules of Language Learning Etiquette for Non-Language Learners Posted by Malachi Rempen on Jun 19, 2017 in Archived Posts
Etiquette is very important, but not often written down. Is there etiquette for language learners, too? Seeing this vintage comic of mine made me wonder if there is a kind of etiquette for language learners. Are there rules for how to behave, and how not to behave, when learning a new language? After thinking about…
Where Language Meets Food Posted by Malachi Rempen on Jun 12, 2017 in Archived Posts
There are lots of reasons to learn a new language. But one of the best, no doubt, is the excuse to stuff yourself silly. If there’s one thing I love about language learning, it’s the food. What? Well, think about it: when you learn a new language, what are the types of things you learn…