Before we discuss any learning techniques, it is important to understand the learning limitations that we want to overcome. There are several aspects which make learning a new language a difficult and time-consuming task. The first one is short-term memory. It can affect rote learning, copying and note taking. Pupils need to use a repetition technique to fix new[…]
Whether you are a teacher, translator, traveler, learner, or language enthusiast, you can agree that languages are a fascinating feature of our daily lives. Hearing a foreign tongue sparks a curiosity and interest that only comes with such subtle mystery. While it is impossible to learn every one of the more than 7,000 languages worldwide,[…]
This week we looked at Fluent Forever – a project that was born as a Masters’ Thesis, turned into a six-month Kickstarter campaign, and is potentially evolving into Gabriel Wyner’s life’s work. With over 1.5 million international readers and multiple high-profile endorsements, it is safe to say that Fluent Forever made noticeable waves among language enthusiasts. One[…]
Picture this: you are the team captain playing for your favourite football club. Learning a language is very much like scoring a goal for your football team in the World Cup. You need to hone your skills consistently and for a long period of time. You need to train among some of the best footballers in[…]
Society is becoming more and more consumer orientated and with stiffer competition in all sectors, businesses really need to do what they can to ensure customer satisfaction and retention. However, when looking at strategies to deal with these issues, one area that is often overlooked is how a business communicates with its clients. I have[…]
It’s no secret to anyone: English is one very weird language with a lot of strange exceptions – especially when it comes to spelling. Even first-language speakers of English can struggle with the spelling of certain words – especially those that don’t sound like they’re spelled. However, spelling is still largely used as an indicator[…]
Languages are always changing, and English is no exception. With every year, new words are created and perhaps even added to the dictionary, giving them a sense of permanence in a changing world. In this article, the first of two on how English has changed and continues to expand, we explore how and why new[…]
With COVID-19 taking a grip over the world, organizations across the globe are forced to rethink how they conduct business, train, and equip their employees to meet the challenges posed by the disruption and business dynamics. How are organizations gearing up for the coming year in upskilling and reskilling their employees? We will look at[…]
English is the global language of business, a lingua franca (bridging language) that enables people all over the world to connect personally and professionally. In the first article in this two-part series about the evolution of English over time, we explored the origins of English, from Old English in the 5th century to the post-Industrial[…]
English is the global language of business, a lingua franca (bridging language) that enables international business connections when there is no common native language. Its global reach has occurred as a result of a number of factors, including British colonial history, the rise of the United States as a global superpower, and the rapid spread[…]