I’m Not Ready! Posted by Sean Young on Jan 16, 2013 in Archived Posts
I was visiting my parents over the winter break, and my 80-year-old mother is learning Spanish. She is doing a very impressive job. In just a few months of study, she is reading and understanding a Spanish book written for children ages 7-8 years old. She’s not a fast reader yet, and she asks for…
Create your own language learning toolbox Posted by Lorien on Jan 14, 2013 in Archived Posts
For most of us, learning a foreign or second language is an exciting concept. We picture ourselves as more culturally aware and enriched, able to better communicate with our global family. At the same time, it’s an intimidating prospect and a major commitment of time and effort. It’s attainable though, and we’re going to help…
Tech News: Student Success at San Diego State Posted by kristen on Jan 3, 2013 in Archived Posts
Technology offers the potential to revolutionize the way that we teach and learn. Mobile apps, in particular, are making their mark on this generation of language learners, since apps allow learners to study on the go and use small chunks of time productively. The Language Acquisition Resource Center, (LARC,) at San Diego State University has…
Don’t make a New Year’s Resolution to learn a new language Posted by Lorien on Jan 2, 2013 in Archived Posts
Wait, what? At Transparent Language, we’re all about language learning! It’s good exercise for your brain. Learning about other languages and cultures makes you a better global citizen. And there’s that rush you get ordering your meal at a French restaurant, all in French, with the greatest of ease. Why on earth would we tell…
Building Up Your Confidence Posted by Sean Young on Dec 20, 2012 in Archived Posts
Have you heard that the more languages you learn, the easier it is to learn another? It’s not because of being smarter or possessing some special powers. It’s because of the techniques you’ve learned, familiarity with new sounds and letters and the confidence built up from your experiences. The only thing holding you back is…
Transparent Language Partners with Houghton Mifflin Harcourt to Offer World Language Apps Posted by Transparent Language on Dec 14, 2012 in Archived Posts
As a company passionate about language learning, we often partner with other like-minded organizations on language projects in addition to our own language products for educators. We recently partnered with Houghton Mifflin Harcourt (HMH) to create a new pair of language apps, HMH Spanish Vocabulary and HMH French Vocabulary. These vocabulary building iOS apps pair…
Am I Ready To Speak The Language? Posted by Sean Young on Sep 28, 2012 in Archived Posts
This is a question I’ve heard people ask after a few lessons of study. It is thought that if you don’t have enough basic vocabulary, grammar or a general understanding when others speak, then you’re not ready. Let me get straight to the point – You are always ready to speak a language, no matter…