By: Dr. Karyn A. Koven | You’ve probably heard of Mandarin and Cantonese, but did you know there isn’t just one Chinese language? Instead, there are many dialects and languages that form a continuum of intelligibility. These dialects are all part of the …
By: Dr. Karyn A. Koven | At LanguageBird, we believe learning a language is more than memorizing words—it’s about making real-world connections and understanding different cultures. In fact, Lunar New Year is a great opportunity for students to build language skills through fun, …
By: Dr. Karyn A. Koven | The start of a new year is synonymous with fresh opportunities and exciting new beginnings. If you’ve ever dreamed of learning a new language or taking your skills to the next level, 2025 might just be your …
By: Dr. Karyn A. Koven | At LanguageBird, we believe learning a new language goes beyond memorizing vocabulary or mastering grammar. It’s about communicating clearly and meaningfully in real-world situations. This belief inspired a recent professional development session for our instructors. We shared …
By: Dr. Karyn A. Koven | The way we think is deeply intertwined with the languages we speak. For instance, as The New Yorker insightfully explains in the article How Much Does Our Language Shape Our Thinking, “Language shapes our sense of time, …
By: Dr. Karyn A. Koven | As the clock strikes midnight, people across the globe come together to bid farewell to the old and welcome the possibilities of the future. New Year’s Eve is a time for reflection, joy, and hope, and each …
By: Dr. Karyn A. Koven | The holiday season is a time for warmth, family, and cherished traditions. For heritage language speakers and learners, it’s also a meaningful opportunity to reconnect with their cultural roots. Heritage languages play an essential role in fostering …
By: Dr. Karyn A. Koven | Everyone appreciates a greeting in their own native tongue. Learning holiday expressions from around the world is a fun way to bring us all a little closer. Check out these fun holiday expressions from around the world …
By: Dr. Karyn A. Koven | At LanguageBird, we believe language learning should be engaging, creative, and deeply personal. That’s why we use Project-Based Learning (PBL) in our high school and middle school courses to assess student progress. Through PBL, students collaborate with …
By: Dr. Karyn A. Koven | When many people think of learning French, they imagine a long list of complex grammar rules, unfamiliar pronunciations, and intimidating accents. But is French really as hard to learn as some say? At LanguageBird, we believe learning …