My Take
The initial goal of this program, that is to translate wikipedia in other languages, is of course very admirable. However, the approach to language teaching is a bit sloppy. The game does not provide explantations for grammatical structures which means that the user might enter the correct answer to a question based on the wrong presuppositions. This will only become evident in a later stage when the grammatical structures become more complex in nature. Therefor, I think that this program is a good aid for drilling pre-taught structures, but not as the primary source of instruction for actual beginners.
How I Use It
I suggested it to students who were lagging behind, as a motivational tool rather than a serious form of instruction.
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JOSHUA C.
April 27, 2023
Enjoyable way to learn a new language
Learning a language should be fun and Duolingo makes sure to follow that. Lessons build up as students progress in their new language. If students need additional help with a particular field in their language, Duolingo provides support options that educators can access for their students. Also, overall it is easy to navigate with little to no technical issues.
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Mueez K.
April 3, 2023
Clean UI, easy to use for both students and educators
Duolingo is great for both educators and students. As a teaching tool, this software is very helpful for tracking student progress and even in the classroom to review lessons and get motivated with the many animations, daily goals, adding friends, statistics, and achievements. I enjoy how vibrant the software is and accessible on any device including web and mobile. Not a fan of advertisements while learning but they can be removed with a paid plan. Also, I think it may be beneficial to add video lessons for better comprehension or review, however this can be compensated by teaching within the classroom.
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V Z.
Rutgers University New Brunswick
New Brunswick, NJ
December 11, 2022
Great tool for the class!
This is a great way for students or others who want to learn a new language or improve their language skills. This app is great and easy to use and navigate. Teachers can access progress to see where students do well in and what they might need help!
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