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Voices Behind the Pages: Meet the Authors of our NextGen inlingua Materials

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What happens when you hand the pen to experienced language trainers and ask them to shape the future of inlingua’s coursebooks?  With our NextGeneration Materials, that’s exactly what we set out to explore. The challenge was to update and modernise the trusted inlingua Method, keeping its strengths, but adding fresh, relevant features that meet the…
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Language Learning – From Zero To Fluent

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How long does it really take to learn a language? Here you will find realistic time frames – and learn how you can effectively speed up the learning process. You want to learn a new language – but how long does it really take to become fluent? The answer depends on several factors: your motivation,…
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The New inlingua Method

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Reimagined for Real-World Communication For over five decades, the inlingua method has been at the heart of our language training — focused, direct, and above all, communicative. Now, we are proud to introduce the rewritten inlingua method, a fresh, research-informed, practice-oriented take that preserves our legacy while evolving to meet the demands of today’s learners.…
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Behind the inlingua Scenes

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What it takes to write a textbook for language learners Ever wondered what goes into making language learning materials? It is not just about throwing together a few grammar exercises and calling it a day. The process is a blend of creativity, pedagogy, and a touch of technological magic. Whether it’s for the classroom or…
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Revolutionising Language Learning

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How AI Authoring Tools are becoming the ultimate time-saver for language trainers In the ever-evolving landscape of language learning, technology continues to reshape the way we teach, learn, and most recently also how we create our teaching content. The newest innovation, AI Authoring Tools based on Large Language Models (LLMs), is set to fundamentally transform…
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Preserving Our Linguistic Heritage

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According to a recent study, half of the 7,139 languages currently spoken worldwide are threatened with extinction. Projections indicate that by the end of this century, 1,500 of these languages may no longer be in use. The threat to global language diversity is highlighted in a study published in the journal Nature, Ecology and Evolution.…
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Welcome back: How to Refocus and Study Again after a Break

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Autumn is here and you have decided to start studying again. Whether you have taken time off due to vacation, illness or other personal circumstances, getting back into the learning rhythm after a break can be a real challenge. It doesn’t matter whether you have decided on a university degree or a language course at…
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The Value of a Learner-Centered Language Course

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We have all been in classes where the person in charge provides information that we study and learn. This is known as a teacher-centered approach. However, there are also classes where the learners take the lead, resulting in learning by doing. This article provides a closer look at two learner-centered approaches that can help you…
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Scent Boosts Learning

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Our sense of smell is closely connected to the part of the brain that processes memory. In ancient times, rosemary was thought to strengthen memory. It is believed that the herb was worn as a crown by students in ancient Greece to improve performance when taking exams. Fragrance assists learning process This link between smell…
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