I really like the International Phonetic Alphabet (IPA), as the title of this article clearly states. I mean, I really like it. I think it’s pretty much one of the best things ever. Okay, well maybe that’s an exaggeration but it’s still pretty cool. However, not everyone agrees with me (for reasons beyond my comprehension…). My…
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2015 was a great year for LATG. The Facebook page came in at #17 on Bab.la’s list of top language pages. We’ve seen a considerable rate of growth and engagement and the good times have continued to flow. I’ve compiled a list of the 10 most popular articles from this past year. Combined they’ve been…
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Learning a new language does not by any means have to be an expensive process. There are countless wonderful free language learning products – apps, websites, social media platforms and more – that can help you to round out your studies. While I always advocate affordable language learning products over expensive alternatives, it is still difficult…
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When it comes to language learning few things are more important in the grand scheme of your project than the ability to listen. It’s arguably the most difficult of the three primary aspects of language learning – speaking, listening and literacy – and in my opinion requires the most time and energy to master. One…
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Are you looking for a language exchange app for your iPhone or iPad? I recently discovered Tandem, a really awesome little app for meeting people all over the world ready at a moment’s notice for real, in person language exchange. I recently wrote a review of Tandem for Parrot Time, an awesome independent magazine dedicated…
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I’ve started a Patreon campaign to help carry the costs of maintaining and expanding LATG and I could use your help! Managing LATG is a labor of love. Unfortunately as this blog and community continue to grow the costs of running it – both in terms of material and website related costs as well as…
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