With people now having more free time than ever, new hobbies have suddenly emerged for those who are forced to stay home for long stretches of time. One of the more popular activities in recent months has been the notion to learn a new language. Normally, in-person classes — with in-person tutoring sessions — are the way to go. However, we’ve since had to adapt that model in favor of a digital operation.
Using an App
There are a number of apps which can help people pick up on vocabulary quick. This also applies for grammar, as these apps essentially quiz their users on a daily basis with fun games. It’s an easy way to digest the material. Additionally, there’s a functionality to it, as it can literally be done anywhere. Duolingo has long been a favorite for those needing a jolt of vocabulary before embarking on a trip in a foreign place. Like many apps, Duolingo offers a number of different ways in which the user can learn. This sort of flexibility and variance is welcomed in a very big way.
Memrise not only works with the user when it comes to grammar and vocabulary, but it also offers a cabinet of tutorials and videos which can be streamed from any smartphone. The lessons are logged by the app, and the user can then chart their progress. Some other exciting apps in the language learning world include Pimsleur, Babbel, Tandem, Drops, and Mondly.
Online Program for Purchase
Rosetta Stone has long been looked as a premier learning tool when it comes to speaking another language fluently. This sort of software must be purchased in order to use. The vast library of tutorials, lectures, and other implements have been helping people for decades. It’s even won multiple awards for its proficiency in helping people learn languages spoken all over the world.
Rosetta Stone might be the most well-known online software for learning a second language, but it’s not the only one. Potential users must do their due diligence in seeking the best option for them. This could involve experiencing a (usually) free 30-day trial before deciding whether they want to sign up for the program with a monetary commitment. Reviews for these software programs can be readily found online. Ultimately, it’ll be up to the user to research the program that best suits their needs.
Online Classes
Lastly, there are a number of platforms which offer online language classes. Some of them are live (potentially occurring multiple times a week). Others include lengthy catalogs of recorded lectures which break down the process video by video. The company Udemy offers a plethora of online classes as they pertain to learning languages. Users can go at their own pace when delving into the recorded lectures. Some are spaced in a weekly format, while others have no real time limit on how they’re approached. There are also a number of other companies (Berlitz, Busuu, etc.) offering similar packages. Again, it really comes down to the user and what they specifically like.
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