Some of us are starting to get cabin fever – so it’s a good thing Spring Break is just around the corner. Whether you’re planning a trip across the state or across the Atlantic, it’s a good bet you’re starting to think about what you’ll need. So, while you’re packing your bermuda shorts and sunscreen, don’t forget to pack the Mango Languages app!
TFPL provides a subscription to this awesome language learning tool to all of our cardholders, which gives you free access to the program wherever you are. The system works just fine on a PC, but with mobile apps, you’re able to take those languages with you (because you never know when you might need to know a few key words in Portuguese, am I right?). And, with over 60 foreign languages – and 19 ESL courses – you can become fluent in more than one! The courses are interactive, some even offer movies, and they have a translate option for words and phrases on the go. Plus, there are a few “specialty” courses, like Oktoberfest German, Religious/Scholarly Greek, and Russian slang, for whatever situation you might find yourself in (no judgment here – it’s Spring Break, after all).
If you’re inside the Library, you can sign in as a guest and start learning right away. Outside of the Library, create an account so you can track your progress and see which lessons you’ve completed. Hav det sjovt!
The Reference Desk at TFPL 