By: Dr. Karyn A. Koven | American Sign Language (ASL) is a rich and expressive way to communicate. In fact, unlike spoken languages, ASL uses hand movements, facial expressions, and body language to convey meaning. It’s a beautiful form of nonverbal …
By: Dr. Karyn A. Koven | Ten years ago, I embarked on a journey to change how students learn languages. LanguageBird began as an idea born from my own experiences as a college counselor. I saw countless students struggle to …
By: Dr. Karyn A. Koven | Learning vocabulary can be one of the trickiest parts of mastering any language. However, as an English speaker, you have a significant advantage. English has absorbed words from many languages, including French, Italian, and — …
By: Dr. Karyn A. Koven | Imagine a classroom where every lesson is exciting, personal, and relevant to each student. What if, instead of forcing students to follow a set curriculum, we designed lessons around their interests, passions, and goals? Research from 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 | 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 …