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How to Set Up a Language Journal

how to set up a language journal

 

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Check out this blog post by Chiazo on How to Set Up a Language Journal.

 

You will need:

  • composition book
  • highlighters
  • flashcard(s)
  • black ink pen

Language Apps

For students interested in extra practice and keeping their Spanish language skills sharp, the apps listed here are all freely available on the web or through a mobile app you may download to a personal device. Please note the some apps (such as Mango Languages or Pronunciator Language Learning) may require an external library card for free access.

duolingo owlDuolingo is a language learning app accessible through the Duolingo website or mobile app. Duolingo is free to use and also offers a Spanish podcast and short stories for reading practice.

 

google translate iconGoogle Translate is a free digital translation service available on the web or mobile app. Google Translate can be a very useful tool, but remember not to rely on digital translation for your assignments (Ms. Schmearer will be able to tell)!

 

mango languages logoMango Languages is a language learning service available on the web or through the Mango mobile app. Mango Languages is free to access with a Portland Public Library card.

 

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Pronunciator Language Learning is a self-paced language learning program that includes audio lessons, interactive textbooks, intelligent flashcards, pronunciation analysis, phrasebooks, and quizzes. Pronunciator is available through the Digital Maine Library.

 

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Reverso Context is an AI-powered translation and dictionary tool that provides pronunciation and contextual examples of word use and much, much more. Reverso is available on the web, as a Firefox browser extension, and as a mobile app for iOS and Android.

undefinedFrench Verb Conjugator is a French verb conjugation tool available for iOS and Android that includes nearly 700 verbs in 17 tenses and also has a pronunciation feature.

 

 

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ConjuGato is a free app for iOS or Android that helps you practice and conjugate over 1,000 common Spanish verbs.

 

 

undefinedInfinite French is a playful language learning game in outer space (no flashcards or multiple choice!). Infinite French is available for iOS or Android.

 

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Linguasorb offers Spanish learning resources on verbs, grammar, and vocabulary on their website, as well as the Spanish Verb app available for iOS or Android.

Podcasts

undefined Duolingo Podcast offers stories in easy-to-understand in French. The Duolingo Podcast is available on the web, on Spotify, Google Podcasts, and Apple Podcasts.

 

undefinedCoffee Break French offers a large catalog of free conversational Spanish podcast. Coffee Break Spanish podcasts are available on their website, Spotify, YouTube, Apple Podcasts, and Google Podcasts.

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