Yabla is a platform for language learners to find listening practice in all levels of the languages that are currently supported. It’s an awesome way to take in new vocab in context, play games, etc. What does Yabla do well, and what are its flaws? In this Yabla review, let’s talk about what kind of […]
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Drops Review: beautiful vocab for beginners
Drops is a popular language app, known for its beautiful design and quick wins. It’s similar to Duolingo in that it’s fun, easy, and addictive, but with more of a focus on expanding your vocabulary than building your grammar. Recently, Drops has also been bought out by Kahoot! to create an insanely fun resource. This […]
CaptionPop Review: Language Reactor alternative?
Addicted to YouTube and want to use it better for your language learning? In this CaptionPop review, learn how you can use videos with foreign language subtitles translated into your native language to learn a language. Because CaptionPop is an extension of YouTube itself, it supports any of the 83 languages supported by YouTube, making […]
LyricsTraining review: effective learning thru music
The LyricsTraining app and website…well they do exactly as the name suggests! It’s for language learners to train their listening comprehension in a foreign language using the lyrics from popular music. That part of this LyricsTraining review is obvious. And yes, while you could just go to Spotify and look up lyrics, LyricsTraining has a […]
Speechling Review: conversation-less pronunciation
Need pronunciation help with feedback from a professional, but on your own time? In this Speechling review, I’ll share everything I love about this way to learn a language, and how to know if it’s the right language learning resource for you. Speechling review: languages Right off the bat, Speechling helps learners of a variety […]
LanguagePod101 Review: A+…except for pricing
One of the more popular online resources to learn a language is LanguagePod101 (or JapanesePod101, SpanishPod101, etc.). Should you join the hype? This LanguagePod101 review will help you decide. Learn about how the LanguagePod101 series (under the Innovative Language umbrella), how they teach languages, and whether it can help you achieve your language goals with […]
uTalk review: tons of vocab in tons of languages
uTalk is a vocab app that brings languages to us that can be hard to find elsewhere; so whether you’re learning something common like Spanish or not-so-common like Cebuano, uTalk pretty much as you covered. With 140+ languages, there are plenty of options to choose from. But that’s not all you should be thinking about […]
Conjuguemos Review
Conjuguemos is a study tool used to learn verbs, vocab, and grammar in a handful of languages. The vision behind it is a way to make learning these things fun for the classroom – it’s not a fancy app, but that also means it’s totally free to use (for individual students, at least). So amongst […]
OkyDoky Review: very fun way to get useful vocab
Note: this review is currently being updated. Some information may be outdated. OkyDoky (formerly Hey! Lingo) is a new resource for foreign language vocab that offers language learners a ton of languages. What it lacks in history it makes up for in diversity (both in languages and in the ways you can learn the vocab […]
MosaLingua review: more theory than active language practice
MosaLingua is a combination website/mobile app that boasts its own unique method of learning a language, called The MOSA Learning Method. What is this method, what does it teach you, and how effective is MosaLingua for learning a language? In this MosaLingua review, let’s find out. MosaLingua review: languages MosaLingua is an international company, and […]
Memrise Review for language learners
Memrise is a flashcard platform for language learners (plus a variety of other subjects). They’ve been upping their game over the past year or so, too: a completely new website, new native content, and some extra features popping up on what used to be just your average online flashcard resource. So how can Memrise help […]
Lingopie Review: the best foreign language subtitles
Lingopie is a platform created by and for language learners who enjoy learning foreign languages by watching TV. The idea behind this Lingopie review is that you’ll be so motivated to keep watching good shows, motivation will be easy peasy. That said, how do you know if Lingopie is the right language learning resource for […]