How to learn a new language in five minutes a day
<p><em><strong>Lisa Du is director of <a href="http://readytechgo.com.au/" target="_blank"><span style="text-decoration: underline;">ReadyTechGo</span></a>, a service that helps people gain the confidence and skills to embrace modern technology.</strong></em></p>
<p>Whilst I was in Mauritius, I was hearing French everywhere, and it made me want to learn French.</p>
<p>Whilst relaxing by the pool, I started to google possible classes in Melbourne so I could get started. However, I was itching to start learning French phrases, so I headed over to the App Store, and downloaded a free app called Duolingo.</p>
<p>Duolingo is the language app that everyone's talking about, and it's completely free!</p>
<p>The app recognises that the key to learning a new tongue is repetition, so the app gives you bite sized learning in a fun, interactive way. The short lessons are addictive as you strive to reach the next level.</p>
<p>You can choose to learn for 5 minutes, 10 minutes, 30 minutes or 50 minutes a day.</p>
<p>I've been learning French for 10 minutes per day, and I must say ... at the end of each successfully completed round, I feel a great sense of accomplishment!</p>
<p>If you're a procrastinator or you commute on public transport, this app is probably the best use of time I've across in a long time!</p>
<p><img width="499" height="170" src="https://oversixtydev.blob.core.windows.net/media/26643/learn-language-app-in-text_499x170.jpg" alt="Learn Language App In Text" style="display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"/></p>
<p><strong>How to download Duolingo</strong></p>
<p>On Apple Devices</p>
<ol>
<li>Tap on App Store icon</li>
<li>Tap Search</li>
<li>In the Search field, write Duolingo </li>
<li>Tap Get (You may be prompted to enter your Apple ID Password)</li>
<li>Tap Install</li>
</ol>
<p>On Android Devices</p>
<ol>
<li>Tap on PlayStore icon</li>
<li>Tap into the Google Play Search field</li>
<li>In the Search field, write Duolingo </li>
<li>Tap Install (You may be prompted to verify your account)</li>
<li>Tap Accept</li>
</ol>
<p>Do you know any languages other than English and if so which ones? How did you learn it? And what tips would you give to anyone else?</p>
<p><em>For more information about ReadyTechGo, visit their <a href="http://readytechgo.com.au/" target="_blank"><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;">website here</span></strong></a>.</em></p>
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