Many people in America are very interested in learning a new language but think they cannot learn one or they simply do not have the tools and resources to assist in doing so. With an ever-expanding world economy, increasing demands from our businesses and schools, as well as a growing diversity in America, many people have no choice but to learn a second language. Many popular language teaching programs or software like Rosetta Stone are limited to where they are sold or are very expensive, with prices ranging from upwards of $500 or more, making it very unlikely that everyone who wants to learn a new language will. Fortunately, an easier, and less expensive option has emerged. A cell phone application has been created to aid in helping us learn a new language straight from the palm of our hands. Duolingo, an app that I am familiar with and have used before, is an app that can be downloaded to your cell phone (unfortunately this app is only compatible with Android devices). This app has received great acclaim and multiple good reviews from its users and renowned magazines like TIME and The Wall Street Journal found on the Google Play store.
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.duolingo&hl=en
Listed below are several features that this app has to offer:
- Absolutely free, no fees, no adds.
- Proven effectiveness; 34 hours of Duolingo are equivalent to a semester of university-level education.
- Learn Spanish, French, German, Portuguese, Dutch, Irish, Italian, and many more languages.
This app is unique because it engages the user in different games and activities and challenges that requires them to recall information and repetition is constantly used throughout so that the new information is used immediately. The user can keep track of their progress and earn medals for accomplishing goals. I would recommend this to anyone interested in learning a new language but not knowing where to start.
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