Memrise: online learning tool fuses memory, fun and community
October 1, 2014
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Through “mems,” students retain English vocabulary Photo source: Memrise website “We’ve built Memrise to embody the very best knowledge about how your brain works, and…
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Duolingo: learning through translation
September 10, 2014
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Effective language-learning program with a unique approach “We come together from across the world at varying language levels with the same goal in mind –…
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Newsmart: ESL Wall Street Journal
September 3, 2014
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Language learners absorb English, journalism and current events Photo Source: Newsmart ““To look at the paper is to raise a seashell to one’s ear and…
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Negative headlines and trendlines for ESL in California
June 15, 2008
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Adverse effects of public education budget cuts “Only the educated are free.” -Epictetus (55-135), Stoic Philosopher The dollar continues to decline in value. The national…
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Center for Applied Linguistics Suggests Workshops at TESOL convention
June 15, 2008
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CAL offers workshop suggestions “The Center for Applied Linguistics is a private, nonprofit organization promoting access, equity and mutual understanding for linguistically and culturally diverse…
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