In the introductory article to this series, we covered the state our current education systems are in. From failing to provide literacy skills to match the society’s needs to a rampant lack of trained teachers, the traditional way of providing schooling seems to be going through a rough patch. Facing a growing population and a […]
You must have heard that one of the easiest and most enjoyable ways to learn a foreign language is by watching movies. Is this a real lucky ticket to fluency without effort? Or is this a waste of time? In fact, this sounds pretty appealing: just imagine yourself sitting in front of the screen for […]
Much has been talked about the impending technological revolution for the education sector. Some even say teaching is the next profession where robots replace humans. Depending on which side of the debate you’re standing, technology is either seen as a magic bullet that will provide every student with a personalised curriculum or as the dystopian […]
The first time people thought of using computers to help with language learning was pretty much when they first started having computers. Previously called Computer-Assisted Language Instruction and then Computer-Assisted Language Learning (CALL), the general concept has its humble roots in the 1960s. With the invention of the microcomputer, the CALL technologies moved away from […]
In today’s world, where a majority of people are multilingual, languages can and do open doors. Just imagine how amazing it would be for you to speak freely with people from different cultures. Sadly, language barriers often make such communication difficult. To solve this, many monolingual adults have resolved to learn other languages. Some do […]
The process of learning something new requires an individual to pay full attention for them to truly acquire it. However, learning a new language is different from studying other concepts that you know. You need to memorize and make sense of unfamiliar sounds, finally working your way to producing those sounds yourself. That’s the short […]
It’s often said that music is the language of the soul, but the connection between the two doesn’t stop there. According to experts, music is a vital aspect of one’s learning process. This is why music is often utilized in different forms to help improve one’s learning abilities. According to the Founder and President of […]
Poetry has more than one kind of effect on the brain. It can arouse curiosity, festivity, romance, and deep thought. Even if the meaning of the poem does not affect the child, be sure that the rhyming sounds will still be embedded in memory. In this article, we will look at the various effects of […]
When you’re first starting learning a language, there’s an important decision to make: signing up for group lessons or choosing a private teacher, who can focus solely on you. This decision can often make or break your language learning experience, so it’s a good idea to take a moment to consider the pros and cons […]
Raising a multilingual child comes with several lifetime benefits and also some challenges. It’s important for you to take your time and get to understand the pros and cons so that you can make an informed decision. If you haven’t prepared for it, raising a multilingual child can be a huge challenge for you. Teaching […]
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