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Spartanburg County Libraries has come up with a way for customers to learn a foreign language for free. the library has purchased software through Mango Languages. the company’s software teaches students practical conversation and cultural awareness for a variety of languages.

The programs are available in basic for beginners and more advanced for those with experience. Local library cardholders now will be able to learn Arabic, Chinese, French, German, Hebrew, Italian, Japanese, Russian, Spanish and Ukrainian. Speakers of Spanish and Ukrainian also can use the program to learn English.

County Librarian Todd Stephens said the library has received many requests during the last few years for a language program. but he also said the programs often are expensive, adding that if the compact discs or reference materials are checked out, they aren’t available for others, and the maintenance can be costly.

Library administrators began looking at alternatives when they learned about this software program.

Director of Reference Services Andy Flynt discovered Mango Languages, a self-paced program available to all library cardholders through the library’s website.

“With students starting back to school, we thought parents might want to learn languages alongside their kids,” Stephens said. “The database allows access 24/7, and you don’t have to wait for materials to come in; they’re right there for you to use.”

To begin, users must log in from the library site and create a profile. the language program is available from the eResources tab on the website.

Once users become accustomed to the system, library officials expect a diverse audience will be attracted to the program, including students and travelers.

Stephens said the county is home to many international company headquarters, so employers can offer the program to employees.

“BMW is right down the road. And I think if you’re looking to advance there, we can help you by teaching you German,” Stephens said. “That’s just one example, but I think we’ll find this will appeal to lots of people.”

I am having trouble with vocabulary words I don't understand and when it comes to critical thinking understanding what I have read which I am having trouble a lot when I read. Are any tips for me to improve my reading comprehension skills? please. I really want to improve my reading comprehension skills I am in college and trying to be successful in college and in exams as well.

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My daughter has dyslexia, we just found out as of three days ago can anyone give me advice on what types of questions i might need for the school. Also what are some things we can do at home to help her succeed.
the most important thing to us is that our daughter is happy and successufll, and we will do whatever it take to help fer achieve that.
thank you

You should ask for specific examples of how her dyslexia affects her learning. Then ask for specific strategies the school will teach her to work around or through her dyslexia. the label is not as important as how to deal with it effectively.

You don't say how old your daughter is, but the previous answer about explaining that it is a unique way of thinking and learning but is NOT indicative of low intelligence is important.

There are many books for parents and families about how to support and encourage students with learning differences.

Check this link for famous people with dyslexia – I have it posted in my classroom.
dyslexia.com/qafame.htm

More excellent websites are:
ldonline.org/
wrightslaw.com/
greatschools.net/content/spec…

You need to ensure that she gets the right help. Talk to her about being dyslexic, how it has nothing to do with intelligence but just that her brain works differently and how many dyslexics have gone on to be really successful.

Once my own son knew he was dyslexic and understood what that meant he finally stopped thinking he was stupid because he could not read and write like his classmates. Within a year he was reading as well as anyone in his class and went on to do well academically.

You could ask the learning support teacher she should be assigned if they will send home things you can help your daughter do.

You need to educate yourself on dyslexia, there are many good websites which will give you answers to any questions you have, helpful advice and ways you can help etc.

Do not worry I am sure she with the correct help she will make rapid progress just like my son did.

First of all, the school will determine through testing if your daughter's Dyslexia is severe enough to put her in the Special Ed. Program. just because she is dyslexic does not mean that she needs special education. I would talk to the school about testing and get that taken care of first.

The area of language learning that has become more important in recent years particularly for non native speakers of English is spoken or oral study. Spoken English is just as important as the more traditional method of learning written English, unless students are given ample time to practice speaking the words and phrases they have learnt then much of that time in the classroom will have been wasted.

Having lessons entirely devoted to oral English helps students to speak the language with some confidence and this in turn will improve their speaking skills and in turn the clearer pronunciation of their words.

Teachers of oral English should always give their instructions clearly, giving greater emphasis on any words they feel the students may have difficulty in saying or even just on the words that are new to them. Speak each word slowly and individually so they can hear each individual word and how it should sound.

When teaching younger or less able students write all your instructions on the blackboard or wipe board, this way they will be able to read and hear what you are saying and one will help the other in the development of what is for them a second language.

During reading exercises the passage should always be read by the teacher first, then the class should read the same passage back to you before choosing individuals to read it. if the passage is a text of conversation between two people use two students one for each character. As they read the rest of the class should listen, this method of repetition is a great way to learn, any new words should again be highlighted on the board. new words can be broken up into syllables to assist in teaching them.

The use of discussions is a great way to encourage speech, the best methods to use are either through open debate or through question and answer sessions. By students asking other students questions at random it helps to develop their thinking as they cannot have an answer pre prepared. Teachers should always insist that students answer in sentences and that answers like ‘yes, no’ or ‘I don’t know’ are not acceptable.

The use of role play during an oral lesson is a good way of involving the students. This can be done in small groups or pairs and involve topics such as job interviews or what activities they did over the weekend. those not taking part can be accessing those that are by checking for mistakes to their grammar.

Use games to keep the interest in your lessons, most students are very competitive and games encourage learning through this competitive edge. Divide the class into equal teams and devise games where the answers require the use of grammar or the clarity of each spoken word. At the end of the game reward the winning team with a little candy or sweets. if they know there is a reward to be won the next time the students will be even more competitive.

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