Foreign language standards define what students should know and be able to do in the language they are studying. The US has five target areas: communication, cultures, connections, comparisons, and communities. A task force developed a standardized guide for best teaching practice in 1993. The standards suggest activities to help students achieve learning goals and […]
Visible language encompasses typography, graphic design, and any visual medium that communicates an idea. It includes elements such as text size, typeface, color, and placement. Concrete poetry and sign language are examples of visible language. It has its own “grammar” that regulates construction and interpretation. Visible language refers to how writing systems communicate, such as […]
Theories of second language acquisition differ from first language acquisition, with no single explanation for how adults learn a second language. Most theories analyze the task, with a focus on input and output. Noam Chomsky’s idea of universal grammar and the concept of interlanguage are significant influences. The Monitor Theory posits evaluative filters for input […]
Preply is an online language learning platform that connects students with experienced tutors worldwide. The platform offers one-on-one lessons in over 50 languages and a range of other academic and professional subjects. Examples of Preply’s offerings include: Language lessons: Preply offers one-on-one language lessons in over 50 languages, including English, Spanish, French, German, Chinese, and […]
Ever wonder what some acronym means? Here’s a list in alphabetical order of more than 1500 acronyms and SMS or chat abbreviations, including the most common ones and others you probably didn’t know yet. Numbers & Symbols A B C D E F G H I J K L M N O P Q R S T U V W X Y Z SMS & CHAT ABBREVIATIONS AND ACRONYMS ? I don’t understand what you mean. ? I […]
Sacred languages are used for religious purposes within a particular religion or culture, such as Latin in Catholicism and Sanskrit in Hinduism. They express sacred ideas and are often the language of original religious texts. They should not be confused with divine languages, which are believed to be created or used by a divine being. […]
Minority languages are spoken by minority populations in a geographical area. The United States has many minority languages due to its diverse immigrant population, with Spanish being the most dominant. In India, Hindi is the majority official language due to its constitution and diverse languages. Minority language speakers often have to learn the majority language […]
Learning a second language is beneficial for international business and travel. Children learn more easily than adults, but technology and immersion can make it fun. Resources include online classes, self-paced courses, and interactive classrooms. A second language is a language that is learned in addition to a person’s native language, or first language. English is […]
The idea of a universal language has been debated for centuries, but no language has achieved universality. Some believe a universal language existed in prehistoric times, while others have attempted to create their own. English is currently considered the universal language, but other languages like Chinese, Arabic, Hindi, and Spanish are gaining popularity. The US […]
Metaphorical language uses metaphors to transfer meaning from one word to another. It is often used in poetry, song lyrics, and novels to create a particular mood or for descriptive purposes. Ordinary people also use metaphorical language in speech to describe characteristics or initiate actions. Metaphorical language is any form of language that makes use […]
