We hope this list will help those who wish to continue engaging with language and culture during this uncertain time. If you\u2019ve found a great resource that we\u2019ve missed, please let us know in the comments so we can keep expanding this list!<\/p>\n
Please share & stay safe.<\/p>\n
Transparent Language Online for Libraries<\/strong><\/h2>\n![\"Transparent](\"https:\/\/blogs.transparent.com\/language-news\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/28\/2020\/03\/top-devices-libraries.png\")
Did you know most public libraries offer free online language learning resources?<\/strong><\/p>\nThousands of libraries subscribe to Transparent Language Online, so all you or your students need to access online courses in 110+ languages is a library card!<\/p>\n
You can search your zip code here<\/a> to find a participating library near you. And if your library doesn\u2019t offer Transparent Language Online, give them a call anyway to see what they do<\/em> offer. (Seriously, libraries have tons of e-resources!)<\/p>\nVirtual Museum Tours<\/strong><\/h2>\nGoogle Arts & Culture has compiled free virtual tours of more than 2,500 museums<\/a> around the world<\/strong>, from the Mus\u00e9e d\u2019Orsay in Paris to the Tokyo National Museum (which you can see in the screenshot below!)<\/p>\n![\"Google](\"https:\/\/blogs.transparent.com\/language-news\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/28\/2020\/03\/Google-museums-tokyo-1024x568.png\")
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You can even search for museums on a Google Map so you easily find interesting museums in your region of interest. From art to history to textiles\u2014there\u2019s a lit bit of everything, and many include signs in the target language so you\u2019re getting both culture and<\/em> language.<\/p>\nTransparent Language & Culture Blogs<\/strong><\/h2>\nWe publish <\/strong>language and culture blogs<\/strong><\/a> in about two dozen languages<\/strong>, covering everything from basic to advanced grammar, current events, holidays, music, and specialized vocabulary.<\/p>\nPro tip<\/u>: use the search bar to explore 8-10+ years of archived posts to find what exactly<\/em> what you need! For example, if you\u2019re supposed to be covering pronouns right now, search for \u201cpronouns\u201d and look through the list of related posts.<\/p>\n![\"transparent](\"https:\/\/blogs.transparent.com\/language-news\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/28\/2020\/03\/Blogs-Search.png\")
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TED and Ted-Ed Videos<\/strong><\/h2>\nDid you know that TED subtitles most of their talks in numerous languages?<\/strong> Once a talk has been published to TED.com, volunteer translators from around the world work to translate subtitles into different languages. That means there\u2019s hundreds of hours of talks on science, technology, culture, and beyond that you can pair with subtitles in the language you\u2019re learning! Here\u2019s how to find the subtitles<\/a>.![\"TED](\"https:\/\/blogs.transparent.com\/language-news\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/28\/2020\/03\/TED-subtitles.png\")
<\/p>\nSpeaking of TED, are you looking for something a little more light-hearted and intriguing that isn\u2019t necessarily language-specific? Take a look through the catalogue of free Ted-Ed videos! These are typically short, 3-5 minute videos that discuss an interesting topic.<\/p>\n
They may not cover conjugations or pronunciation, but these language-related videos are some of our favorites:<\/p>\n
\n- The Most Difficult Word to Translate<\/a><\/li>\n
- How Languages Evolve<\/a><\/li>\n
- How Computers Translate Human Language<\/a><\/li>\n
- Harry Potter and the Translator\u2019s Nightmare<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Foreign Language Films on Netflix<\/strong><\/h2>\n![\"netflix](\"https:\/\/blogs.transparent.com\/language-news\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/28\/2020\/03\/netflix-party.jpg\")
<\/strong><\/h2>\nOk, this one isn\u2019t necessarily free<\/em>, but there\u2019s a good chance you already have Netflix, so we thought we\u2019d include it! Netflix has been ramping up their foreign language content in recent years, so if you\u2019re cooped up, consider one of these films<\/a> (they all have English subtitles if you so desire!)<\/p>\nBut even better\u2014even if you\u2019re stuck at home, you don\u2019t have to watch alone! A new, free Chrome browser extension is making it possible to have virtual Netflix \u201cparties\u201d<\/a> with friends or family.<\/strong><\/p>\nGeoguessr Game<\/strong><\/h2>\nThis fun, interactive game is probably best for high school aged learners and above. To play Geoguessr<\/a>, you\u2019re dropped off in an unknown location (powered by Google Maps Street View) and you must walk around the area and try to identify where you are using clues like street signs, architecture style, etc. When you think you know where you are, you drop a pin on the map and you\u2019re scored based off how far away the location is from your guess.<\/p>\n![\"Geoguessr](\"https:\/\/blogs.transparent.com\/language-news\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/28\/2020\/03\/Geoguessr-1024x530.png\")
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It\u2019s not strictly language-related, but it\u2019s a very fun game and gives learners a chance to see places in the world they otherwise may never explore! You can even challenge others to the same set of locations as you and see who scores best. Trust us, this is a great way to pass some time!<\/p>\n
We truly hope this helps keep you occupied, entertained, and engaged with other languages and culture! If you have any suggestions, let us know in the comments or on Twitter<\/a> and we’ll keep building up this list.<\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"![\"TED](\"https:\/\/blogs.transparent.com\/language-news\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/28\/2020\/03\/TED-subtitles-350x236.png\")
Explore the world, practice your pronunciation, and more from the comfort of your couch! Hi, language teachers, librarians, parents of kids stuck at home, and all language lovers. Below we\u2019ve compiled a list of FREE language and culture resources that you, your students, and your kids can access from home in the coming weeks. The…<\/p>\n
Did you know most public libraries offer free online language learning resources?<\/strong><\/p>\nThousands of libraries subscribe to Transparent Language Online, so all you or your students need to access online courses in 110+ languages is a library card!<\/p>\n
You can search your zip code here<\/a> to find a participating library near you. And if your library doesn\u2019t offer Transparent Language Online, give them a call anyway to see what they do<\/em> offer. (Seriously, libraries have tons of e-resources!)<\/p>\n Google Arts & Culture has compiled free virtual tours of more than 2,500 museums<\/a> around the world<\/strong>, from the Mus\u00e9e d\u2019Orsay in Paris to the Tokyo National Museum (which you can see in the screenshot below!)<\/p>\n You can even search for museums on a Google Map so you easily find interesting museums in your region of interest. From art to history to textiles\u2014there\u2019s a lit bit of everything, and many include signs in the target language so you\u2019re getting both culture and<\/em> language.<\/p>\n We publish <\/strong>language and culture blogs<\/strong><\/a> in about two dozen languages<\/strong>, covering everything from basic to advanced grammar, current events, holidays, music, and specialized vocabulary.<\/p>\n Pro tip<\/u>: use the search bar to explore 8-10+ years of archived posts to find what exactly<\/em> what you need! For example, if you\u2019re supposed to be covering pronouns right now, search for \u201cpronouns\u201d and look through the list of related posts.<\/p>\n Did you know that TED subtitles most of their talks in numerous languages?<\/strong> Once a talk has been published to TED.com, volunteer translators from around the world work to translate subtitles into different languages. That means there\u2019s hundreds of hours of talks on science, technology, culture, and beyond that you can pair with subtitles in the language you\u2019re learning! Here\u2019s how to find the subtitles<\/a>. Speaking of TED, are you looking for something a little more light-hearted and intriguing that isn\u2019t necessarily language-specific? Take a look through the catalogue of free Ted-Ed videos! These are typically short, 3-5 minute videos that discuss an interesting topic.<\/p>\n They may not cover conjugations or pronunciation, but these language-related videos are some of our favorites:<\/p>\n Ok, this one isn\u2019t necessarily free<\/em>, but there\u2019s a good chance you already have Netflix, so we thought we\u2019d include it! Netflix has been ramping up their foreign language content in recent years, so if you\u2019re cooped up, consider one of these films<\/a> (they all have English subtitles if you so desire!)<\/p>\n But even better\u2014even if you\u2019re stuck at home, you don\u2019t have to watch alone! A new, free Chrome browser extension is making it possible to have virtual Netflix \u201cparties\u201d<\/a> with friends or family.<\/strong><\/p>\n This fun, interactive game is probably best for high school aged learners and above. To play Geoguessr<\/a>, you\u2019re dropped off in an unknown location (powered by Google Maps Street View) and you must walk around the area and try to identify where you are using clues like street signs, architecture style, etc. When you think you know where you are, you drop a pin on the map and you\u2019re scored based off how far away the location is from your guess.<\/p>\n It\u2019s not strictly language-related, but it\u2019s a very fun game and gives learners a chance to see places in the world they otherwise may never explore! You can even challenge others to the same set of locations as you and see who scores best. Trust us, this is a great way to pass some time!<\/p>\n We truly hope this helps keep you occupied, entertained, and engaged with other languages and culture! If you have any suggestions, let us know in the comments or on Twitter<\/a> and we’ll keep building up this list.<\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" Explore the world, practice your pronunciation, and more from the comfort of your couch! Hi, language teachers, librarians, parents of kids stuck at home, and all language lovers. Below we\u2019ve compiled a list of FREE language and culture resources that you, your students, and your kids can access from home in the coming weeks. The…<\/p>\nVirtual Museum Tours<\/strong><\/h2>\n
<\/p>\nTransparent Language & Culture Blogs<\/strong><\/h2>\n
<\/p>\nTED and Ted-Ed Videos<\/strong><\/h2>\n
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Foreign Language Films on Netflix<\/strong><\/h2>\n
<\/strong><\/h2>\nGeoguessr Game<\/strong><\/h2>\n
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