Duolingo vs DuoCards
DuoCards and Duolingo are both popular language learning apps, but they have different features and purposes. In short, Duolingo offers a ‘competitive’ approach along a fixed path of set phrases, whereas DuoCards helps users memorize new vocabulary through the spaced-repetition of personalized flashcards. Read on, as we take a closer look at the differences between […]
Support learning with language learning apps
Though viewed by some language teachers as a gimmicky distraction and by others as another part of machine domination, language learning apps are tools that can help your students keep focus, discover new interests, and at the same time help you make better use of the lesson time. Differentiate activities Apps can cater to the […]
Five ways learning a language is like falling in love
With February 14th and St Valentine’s Day upon us once again, love is in the air and on the minds of many people. Learning a language and nurturing a romantic relationship share many similarities – both often start with initial flames of passion and desire, ultimately leading to a deeper, more complex appreciation and understanding […]
How to learn a new language without a teacher
With the range of tools freely available online and in the real world, learning a language by yourself is now easier than ever. Learning a language without a teacher means that you take complete responsibility for what you are learning and how you are learning it. This process is much more personal than, for example, […]
Spaced Repetition: The Most Powerful Way for Mastering Vocabulary
Ever crammed all night for an exam, only to forget everything right after? We’ve all been there. Cramming works short-term, but not for lasting knowledge. Enter spaced repetition—the unsung hero of learning. Schools might overlook it, but it’s essential for mastering anything, especially vocabulary. This technique will transform how you learn and retain information, making […]
Effective language learning methods
We live in a world, where everything seems to be moving fast. There’s so much to learn and so little time. Knowing the most effective learning methods can help you get the most out of your time. But here’s the thing: Most of what you were taught in school about learning is wrong. Let’s take […]
Flashcards App vs. GoldList Method
Are you sick and tired of the traditional school method for memorizing vocabulary and feeling that this way of learning only makes you remember new words for a day? Are you interested in a new, more interesting and effective method of doing it? If your answer is “Yes”, you’re in the right place! Scroll down to learn […]