How To Make The Most Of NCLEX Test Prep With Penn Tutoring

How To Make The Most Of NCLEX Test Prep With Penn TutoringPenn Tutoring offers one of the most affordable ways to help your child with learning the next level. Penn Tutoring is a company that helps high school students prepare for and pass the NCLEX-PNAS. Penn Tutoring gives students the tools and strategies to take the exam.Texas students have many opportunities to take the NCLEX-PNAS. The exam is given by NCLEX (National Council Licensure Examination). It is offered to all states. There are hundreds of colleges and universities that offer students the chance to take the exam.If you are a Texas high school student, you need to look at what NCLEX-PNAS test will be available. It can be one that you already know or one that you are taking for the first time. Either way, you can take advantage of Penn Tutoring.If you are preparing for the NCLEX, it is important to research and find the right prep company. One of the best prep companies is Penn Tutoring. You will need to enroll in a cour se and provide the right information so they can study for the exam.You will need to pay a fee for the courses. The fee is a small price to pay if you know that you will be prepared for your next test. You can begin saving money by working with a prep company that is more affordable.If you are taking the exam for the first time, it may not be possible to take the NCLEX. However, if you choose to take the exam before you take the NCLEX-PNAS, you will be prepared for the exam.While other students are paying thousands of dollars for these tests, you can save a lot of money by working with Penn Tutoring. With Penn Tutoring, you can get the classes, software, and test prep help that you need to be prepared.

How To Prepare For An Interview In English

How To Prepare For An Interview In English How To Pass A Job Interview In English? ChaptersWhy Would You Need To Have A Job Interview In English?How To Make A Good Impression On The Interviewer In An Interview.How To Present Yourself In An Interview In English?Top Tips For Your PresentationEnglish Phrases And Vocabulary For An InterviewCommon Interview Questions For A Job Interview In English And Tips To Answer Them7 Tips For A Successful Job Interview In EnglishIf you have a job interview in English in your home country or English speaking countries, you probably know that you should use eye contact, answer job interview questions and make a good impression. But what about having a job interview in English when you are not a native English speaker?Only one thing is true and different in this case, and that is that you must be actively preparing for an interview, improve your English and communicate in English. For that, you must have an excellent oral level in English.In this article, we explore some tips for preparing for a job interview in English. We will look at interview preparation and the most common interview questions.purely a conversation with someone who wants to understand if you can fit within their company. That being said you must speak slowly and pay attention to your pronunciation in English.Just because you know what you are saying doesn't mean the recruiter will follow you and understand you should make sure to repeat essential information and pause for effect. Since you have the interview already the recruiter will not dwell on your level of English since they will already consider you as any candidate. Of course, you must, however, be aware of how you are communicating and that you are doing so clearly and concisely. Speaking in a way that is not understood or always asking the other person to repeat will make the interview difficult for everyone.You have 60 to 90 seconds to give this answer unless they prompt you to keep talking. Do feel confident to mention some of your accomplishments.2. Why Are You Interested In This Role?Here you should highlight what is interesting about the job for you and match this with why you are uniquely qualified to do the role.3. Why Are You Leaving Your Current Job?You must be able to explain why you want to leave your job to work elsewhere without giving any negative answer. You can mention that your current role has no possibility to grow and you are looking for a new challenge. An excellent way to put it is to say that you are looking for a role which better highlights your strengths.4. Why Would You Be A Good Fit For This Company?This is a question that is feared by many candidates because it is necessary to differentiate themselves from other candidates without seeming pretentious. To do this, you should highlight the facts, highlight your knowledge about the company, its values, its history, its ambitions and what you can bring to it.If you know the dreams and goals of the company, then you can draw a line yourself with those ideas. You can also point out any i ssues and mention how you can help to solve them.5. What Are Your Strengths And Weaknesses? (One Of The Tough Interview Questions)This question is still very often asked in interviews; The purpose is to see if you have self-awareness and how you manage it. None of us are perfect so be clear about your weakness and how you manage them with your strengths, this makes you seem very real and relatable.This is not the time to open the floodgates and tell all of your dark secrets. A good example is: I'm not a patient person, and I love to be busy and active, and I like to work quickly.7 Tips For A Successful Job Interview In EnglishBe honest about your English language level on your resume otherwise, it will show up quickly in an interview and give you more stress.Prepare your interview by practising your answers to the usual questions,Review the vocabulary of the sector and also your previous positions!Train yourself: watch English shows and listen to the radio to get your ears used to h earing English,Do not worry about your accent: it's better to be understood and clear with concise and a sharp emphasis than to have a good accent but not to know how to align two words in English.Do not hesitate to ask for a question to be repeated. Even native English people have to do this sometimes.Be interested: ask questions about the company; the size of the team, the company, the usual working hours.Plan ahead of time.Good Luck!Read about how to meet and speak with native English speakers

A University of California, Los Angeles College Experience

A University of California, Los Angeles College Experience Danielle is a Los Angeles tutor specializing in history tutoring. She earned her bachelors degree in history from the University of California, Los Angeles in 2016. Want to know what she had to say about her college experience? Read on! Describe the campus setting and transportation options. Danielle: The setting for UCLA is definitely urban. There are plenty of transportation options, including local Metro, Big Blue Bus, and Expo Lines. Theres also a BruinBus specifically for UCLA students who live a little further from campus. I felt very safe on campus, even walking alone at night or early in the morning. There are buses, but most undergraduates walk to and from campus because they live in the immediate area. How available are the professors, academic advisers, and teaching assistants? Danielle: Professors, advisers, and teaching assistants, for the most part, make themselves very accessible to students. Particularly teaching assistants, they can really save your lives sometimes! All of my TAs were flexible and willing to help me in my understanding of the material. How would you describe the dorm liferooms, dining options, location, socialization opportunities with other students? Danielle: I really enjoyed dorm life! I lived on campus for two years and then off campus for the last two. This is pretty typical for students to do at UCLA. In my freshman year, living in the dorms was a great way to make connections and friendships with other incoming freshman. UCLA dining halls are the best! You always had so many options depending on what you were feeling. The Hill as its called, was a great place to connect with other students and feel at home away from home. Which majors/programs are best represented and supported? Danielle: UCLA, because of its premier experience in healthcare and medicine, gives the most support to pre-med students, in my opinion. I studied history because I always knew I wanted to become a history teacher. I love how history has multiple perspectives and can empower one who knows their history. I think UCLA did a great job supporting my area of study as well. How easy or difficult was it for you to meet people and make friends as a freshman? Does Greek life play a significant role in the campus social life? Danielle: It was pretty easy to meet people and make friends as a freshman, regardless of Greek life. I did not join a sorority and made a lot of my friends in my freshman hall and the places I worked at on campus. It was very easy to make friends with a lot of different people as a freshman because everyone was usually excited to meet new people! How helpful is the Career Centerand other student support services? Danielle: I did not utilize the campus Career Center or other student support services that dealt with career. I used their online job search platform, BruinView, which was useful at times. How are the various study areas such aslibraries, the student union, and dorm lounges? Danielle: Because UCLA is a big campus with a lot of students, some study spaces can become easily crowded. Especially during midterm and finals season, it can be hard to find a space to study. The best thing to do is to reserve a study room at the libraries; I did this many times and it made studying so much less stressful! Describe the surrounding town. Danielle: Westwood Village is a comfortable college town. There are lots of restaurants and shops. However, I think that they could be more geared toward students, in terms of price range. I think that now because Uber/Lyft exist it is easier for students to go to Downtown Santa Monica or Downtown LA. During my freshman year, the best thing to do on the weekend was to go to the beach (Santa Monica or Venice) or the fabulous Getty Museum! How big or small is the student body? Were you generally pleased or displeased with the typical class sizes? Danielle: The student body of UCLA is very big. I was not very pleased with typical class sizes because they were so large most of the time. However, by the time I started taking upper division classes, class sizes were 60 or below. I preferred taking seminar-style classes that only had around 20 people. Describe one memorable experience with a professor and/or class. Perhaps one you loved the most or one youregretthe most. Danielle: My favorite class at UCLA was my first education class which was about race, class, and gender in education. This class helped me decide to become a teacher and instilled in me the value of a quality education that is accessible to all students, regardless of their background. This class really resonated with me and I will still reflect on my learning in this class to this day as I pursue my Masters in Education at UCLA. Check out Danielles tutoring profile. The views expressed in this article do not necessarily represent the views of Varsity Tutors.

5 Tips to Write a Great College Application Essay

5 Tips to Write a Great College Application Essay If youre the parent of a college-bound student, you know well all that goes into the college admissions process. From taking the SAT or ACT to the researching of colleges, theres a lot to do in a relatively short amount of time. But what about the application essay? If the college to which your teen is applying requires or strongly recommends that he or she write an essay, there are a number of things your teen can do to put his or her best foot forward, saysEileen Huntington ofHuntington Learning Center. Here are five tips: Put thought into choosing the right topic. Most colleges' essay prompts are open ended, as admissions officers generally hope that students will give good thought to selecting a topic that shows who they are and what they are capable of. Encourage your teen to be authentic and introspective, to think about what he or she is proud of and passionate about as well as life experiences that have required your teen to work harder, overcome setbacks or change. Remind your teen that the goal isn't to impress the college with a laundry list of achievements, but rather, to present oneself in a way that is different than what the admissions officer would find on a transcript. Follow the directions. The essay is your teen's chance to engage in thoughtful self-expression, but it isn't the place to ramble about why a college is your teen's dream school or explore tangents about his or her life or feelings. Remind your teen to carefully read and ponder the essay prompt given by the college. Don't disregard any instructions. If there's a word count, stick to it. If specific questions are asked, be sure your teen submits something that answers them. Create a detailed outline first. Rarely do words flow together to create a compelling essay without sufficient planning. Your teen must spend time creating an outline with a beginning, middle and ending. The outline should include good examples and clearly show how the essay will move from start to finish. Before your teen starts writing, have him or her review and edit the outline if needed. Are there gaps in the story? Is the main takeaway of the essay clear from the outline? Allow plenty of time for multiple drafts. It's understandable that your teen might be focused on preparing for the SAT or ACT and narrowing down colleges and universities of interest, but it's critical to allow time to craft a well-written essayand revise it. If an application is due January 1, a sample timeline might be creating the outline by November 1, first draft by November 10, second draft by November 20 and final draft in early December. This allows your teen time to set the essay aside for a couple of weeks and read it with fresh eyes (and proofread and fine-tune if necessary). Edit like a pro. Speaking of drafts, your teen might question the suggestion that an essay requires rewriting several times. Yes, it's true. A great essay takes writing, revising and revising again. Encourage your teen to do the obviousproofread for errors and edit wordy or confusing sectionsbut a great self-editor should ask questions while reviewing as well, such as: Does the essay hook the reader from the very start? Whats the point of the essay and did I capture it effectively? Is any part of the essay too long or too rushed? Is there a clear conflict that caused me to change in some specific way or take a new path? Did I achieve the desired tone for the essay (moving or humorous, for example)? Does the voice sound and feel like me? For each and every sentence, could I say it better or more clearly? The college application essay is the chance to show an admissions officer who your teen is as a student and a personbeyond his or her transcript and test scores. Its a personal statement that should come from the heart and share with the college to which your teen is applying why he or she would be a great fit as a student there. Your teen should be sincere and articulate and remember that a colleges goal in requesting supplemental essays from applicants is to give them the chance to tell the college something about themselves. This is a powerful opportunityencourage your teen to put his or her best foot forward. About Huntington Huntington is the tutoring and test prep leader.Its certified tutors provide individualized instruction in reading, phonics, writing, study skills, elementary and middle school math, Algebra through Calculus, Chemistry, and other sciences. It preps for the SAT and ACT, as well as state and standardized exams. Huntington programs develop the skills, confidence, and motivation to help students succeed and meet the needs of Common Core State Standards. Founded in 1977, Huntingtons mission is to give every student the best education possible. Learn how Huntington can help at www.huntingtonhelps.com. For franchise opportunities please visit www.huntingtonfranchise.com. 2017 Huntington Mark, LLC. Huntington Learning Center, the three-leaf logo, and 1 800 CAN LEARN are registered trademarks of Huntington Mark, LLC. Each franchised Huntington Learning Center is operated under a franchise agreement with Huntington Learning Centers, Inc.

The Dynamic Brain A Fresh Outlook on Learning Potential

The Dynamic Brain A Fresh Outlook on Learning Potential Improving Academic Performance The old adage “you can’t teach an old dog new tricks” has some interesting implications when applied to humans through the lens of something called neuroplasticity, which is essentially how malleable, dynamic and flexible the neurons (brain cells) in our brain are. This is directly related to the phenomenon of learning. Although, one must wonder when it comes to canines if sometimes the older dog truly can’t learn new tricks, or is simply just too old to care or try! For me, this raises a few questions: What is it about getting older that makes it harder for us to learn new things? Or is this just a thought put into our heads and are we perhaps not giving our magnificent brains enough credit? And what does this say about the period of time while we are young and supposedly able to “learn new tricks”? Why is it easier to learn when we are younger? Every species must learn certain skills to adapt and survive, and if put in the position where an organism, dog or human, must learn a certain skill to survive then it’s either adapt or perish, regardless of age or species. Human beings have developed a biosphere where they are no longer at threat to be randomly attacked and eaten by a saber tooth tiger or stomped on by a wooly mammoth, thus, we have the option to engage in higher learning. Research shows that the structures of our neurons are not static and stationary at any age. As we practice and refine our skills (be they related to math, languages, art, or athletics) our brains literally change inside of our heads. It is a dynamic system and the spiderweb like connection of neurons with their axons and dendrites are always in constant flux and moving. Such dynamic flexibility lasts well into the late stages of adulthood. Increased flexibility in the structure and scaffolding of our brain means higher potential to integrate new information and keep learning! In fact, Carol Dweck, a Psychologist at Stanford University and author of Mindset: The New Psychology of Success, has developed a theory called the Growth Mindset. She has shown that when people are simply educated about how the brain changes over time as you learn, as they begin to believe that the brain is like a muscle that grows with use, they begin to learn faster and perform better in school â€" without any other intervention (i.e., they don't receive additional tutoring, etc.). Why does this happen? It probably happens because when you believe that your brain can expand and acquire new knowledge, vs. believing your IQ and general ability to do well in school are fundamentally fixed at birth (which Dweck calls the “fixed mindset”), you engage with material in your classes in a new way. You proactively engage in an effort to expand your intelligence. This, then, leads to actual learning and the creation of new neural connections deep inside your brain. Thus, there’s hope yet for both young and old in having the capacity to keep learning new things so long as we take advantage of how beautifully fluid and dynamic the brain stays well into adulthood. Let’s take a closer look at how this actually happens… It is said that memory, the hallmark of learning, is the product of information storage through the development and preservation of an intricate distribution of brain cell connections (called a “synaptic trace”) that become imprinted through experiences (Ajemian et al., 2013). It is also said that these traces become further reinforced and stabilized through repetitive stimulation, ultimately leading to that response becoming the default pathway in the brain. Essentially, habits are hard to break. My Dad would always tell me that habits are hard to break because if you take away the “h” you’re left with “a bit” and if you took away the “a” you would still have a “bit” and finally, when you take away the “b” and you’re still left with “it”! But fear not, modern science has proposed progressive new schemas and theories that dispute the idea that once these connections between our brain cells are put into place, they become somewhat “cemented” there, thus leaving us victim to our habits. New research puts the power and the responsibility back into our hands! The new school of thought states that these connections between our brain cells are non-stationary, fluctuating arrangements that systematically produce responses or outputs that would be the same as the fixed system design (the cemented design). What does this mean? Well, first of all, it means that even though our intricate connection of brain cells are constantly moving around up there, we still get the right information to where it needs to go! That much is great news. But the better news is because they are constantly moving, they are easier to restructure and reprogram so we can build new habits, change old ones and acquire new skills! As I had mentioned, there exists a particularly sensitive period in humans as well as other species that shows a far more remarkable potential for plasticity relative to other stages in their life. This is defined as the imprinting period or the “critical period”. It is during this period that the brain rapidly process and adapts to infinite dimensions of new sensory stimuli, all of which essentially have “free range” to stimulate and imprint the vast number of highly sensitive neurons in an offspring’s brain. At this time the offspring mimics the behavior of their parents and develops crucial skills needed for interspecies communication and survival. For example, children have the remarkable ability to learn a multitude of languages. In all my years tutoring it still amazes me when I meet children that know four, five, even six languages! While adults can of course learn new languages, it tends to be much more difficult for them to do so. Thus, it is crucial during this time of high plasticity to keep children engaged and learning as to take advantage of these neurological events. Toddler or doctor, third-grader or aerospace engineers, we all have the ability to harness the plastic potential of our own brains. We have been in more control than we once thought, over the learning capacity of our own brains. The dynamical systems theory (constantly moving brain cells and their connections) provides much hope in the arena of neurodegenerative disorders as well such as Autism Spectrum Disorder. So keep your brain stimulated! About the Author Gaurav Dubey is a biology, chemistry, mathematics, and ACT/SAT tutor from Naperville, IL who has worked with MyGuru for several years. He attended the University of Miami, where he earned his B.S. in Biology and his B.A. in Philosophy. He went on to earn his Master's of Science in Biotechnology at Rush University before working at the John P. Hussman Institute for Human Genomics and creating his first scholarly publication on using stem cells to create neurological disease models. Recently, he was accepted to the University of Miami's Miller School of Medicine to earn his PhD as a PIBS (Program in Biological Sciences Student). He is also the founder of The Biolitics Podcast, a show aimed at discussing modern day, hot button biopolitical and bioethical issues that are in constant debate. More than just a show, BIOLITICS is a movement that attempts to make science more accessible to everyone in hopes of inspiring minds, both young and old everywhere, to view the world through the lens of the natural born scientist we all have within us.

Like Duolingo Here Are 7 Similar Apps Youre Sure to Love

Like Duolingo Here Are 7 Similar Apps Youre Sure to Love Like Duolingo? Here Are 7 Similar Apps Youre Sure to Love In the world of language apps, Duolingo seems to have it all.It’s fun.It’s fast paced.It’s flashy (well, flashcardy).And if you love Duolingo, chances are you can’t get enough of it. It’s one of the more  popular language apps  for a reason.Sometimes, though, it’s nice to branch out.  Innovative language learning apps  keep things fresh.  Language learning game apps  can help you play your way to fluency.  Language learning apps for kids  bring the fun. Even  translation apps  get in on the act with some quick language help.But it’s hard to try a different app when you know your tried and true love is still there. Luckily, there’s a way to try new apps without leaving what you love best about Duolingo behind. Whether you’re in it for the fun, the pace or the flashcards, there are other choices out there for you! Here are seven apps that have a few of the popular traits of Duolingo. Why Use Apps Like Duolingo?The first and most obvious reason why you should use app s like Duolingo is  you already know you like Duolingo. There are a lot of different language apps out there, and it would take a lot of time to try them all. If you can pinpoint what exactly you like about Duolingo, though, you can narrow your search and find another one you’ll love.Additionally, using a similar app can provide a unique  approach to the language, while maintaining the things you like about the app. Using a different approach can help you see the language in a new light, which in turn makes it easier for you to understand the language in other contexts.Finally, using multiple apps can  break up your studying. If you’re using the same app all the time (particularly for longer study sessions), it can be easy to tune out. Varying your apps more will help keep you focused and engaged.Like Duolingo? Here Are 7 Similar Apps Youre Sure to LoveLike we’ve already said, you should think about what you really like about Duolingo.Then, try to find apps that have some of t hose same characteristics.To cut down the time you spend on this hunt, we’ve found some that share a few of the unique qualities that have made the app so popular.FluentUAvailable:  iOS  |  AndroidIf nothing floats your boat more than watching entertaining videos, FluentU will be right up your alley.FluentU makes it possible to learn languages from music videos, commercials, news, inspiring talks and more.With FluentU, you hear languages in real-world contextsâ€"the way that native speakers actually use them. Just a quick look will give you an idea of the variety of FluentU videos on offer:FluentU really takes the grunt work out of learning languages, leaving you with nothing but engaging, effective and efficient learning. It’s already hand-picked the best videos for you and organized them by level and topic. All you have to do is choose any video that strikes your fancy to get started!Each word in the interactive captions comes with a definition, audio, image, example sentences and more.Access a complete interactive transcript of every video under the Dialogue tab, and easily review words and phrases from the video under Vocab.You can use FluentU’s unique adaptive quizzes to learn the vocabulary and phrases from the video through fun questions and exercises. Just swipe left or right to see more examples of the word youre studying.The program even keeps track of what you’re learning and tells you exactly when it’s time for review, giving you a 100% personalized experience.Start using FluentU on the website with your computer or tablet or, better yet, download the FluentU app from the iTunes store or Google Play store.Available languages: English, Spanish, French, German, Italian, Russian, Chinese, Japanese, KoreanMindSnacksAvailable:  iOSWant to play your way to fluency? Try MindSnacks!Each MindSnacks app offers eight or nine games, depending on the language. Games include matching words with their meanings, spelling games and more games that reinfor ce learning in a fun, addictive way.To pack an even harder punch, MindSnacks apps also feature 50 lessons and approximately 1,000 vocabulary words. Audio clips can help you nail down the pronunciations, while quests can help keep you motivated. Plus, MindSnacks uses learning algorithms to help aid retention. If you still don’t feel like you have a firm enough grasp on the material, though, you can replay previous lessons.Available languages: Spanish, French, German, Portuguese, Italian, Chinese, JapaneseAnkiAvailable:  iOS  |  AndroidCan an advanced algorithm speed up your learning?Anki developers think so, and they’ve employed that advanced algorithm to determine how well you recognize each flashcard and prioritize them for you.Anki offers you the option of creating your own flashcard sets or selecting from pre-made sets. With over 80 million pre-made flashcards, you should have plenty to choose from.Study sessions are quick (a minute or less), so its easy to cram Anki into eve n the busiest schedule. Plus, your progress is displayed after each session, allowing you to see and assess your progress.Since you can create your own cards, Anki works with any language you might want to learn. With so many existing cards available, theres also a strong chance that someone has already made cards for your target language.BrainscapeAvailable:  iOS  |  AndroidBrainscape applies cognitive science research to its flashcards. You can’t argue with that.Using spaced repetition, Brainscape exposes you to each flashcard at set intervals for efficient learning.If you choose to create your own flashcards, you can upload media like images and sounds for a more immersive learning experiencePlus, Brainscape can be synced between devices so its easy to study wherever you are. You can even make Brainscape social by giving people editing privileges for your flashcard sets.Brainscape lets you create your own flashcards, so it works with any language. However, there are also plenty of existing sets for common languages and even some sets for less common languages.LingvistAvailable:  iOS  |  AndroidLingvist bills itself as “the fastest way to learn French, Spanish, German and other languages.”And, in fact, Lingvist is built on strong principles that are likely to speed up your learning. For instance, it focuses on teaching you words that are commonly used. Additionally, an algorithm tracks your learning and the system adapts to suit you so that you don’t waste time studying material you already know.Lingvist also allows you to track your learning to ensure you’re getting the speedy results you crave.Available languages: English, Spanish, French, German, RussianLanguage Course S.L.Available:  iOS  |  AndroidHave only a few minutes a day to dedicate to language learning? Language Course S. L. has options for you!While this company might specialize in finding quality study abroad language courses for clients, they also have some killer resources for those who are conducting their language studies from their phone or computer.Their app is designed to be used for 10 minutes a day. If you can’t spare that, though, this app also has a listening-only option you can use while driving, cooking, showering, etc. Language Course S.L. also offers a sleep learning function to reinforce vocabulary as you sleep.Each language has approximately 10,000 words with images and audio pronunciation. If that’s not enough, you can also add your own vocabulary words.Language Course S.L. works offline also, so you can even use it without burning data.Available languages: Spanish, French, German, Italian, Portuguese, Catalan, Dutch, Danish, Norwegian, Swedish, Finnish, Czech, Slovak, Hungarian, Polish, Ukrainian, Russian, Bulgarian, Croatian, Greek, Turkish, Arabic, Persian, Hebrew, Hindi, Bengali, Chinese, Japanese, Korean, Vietnamese, Thai, MalaysianMemriseAvailable: iOS | AndroidBased on science, Memrise is designed to help you learn a language efficie ntly.The app incorporates games and 30,000 videos by native speakers. Plus, there are chatbots that give you conversational practice without the intimidation factor of interacting with a native speaker.Memrise also offers an offline mode to save your precious data.Available languages: Spanish, French, German, Portuguese, Italian, Danish, Norwegian, Swedish, Russian, Polish, Turkish, Arabic, Chinese, Japanese, KoreanLoving Duolingo doesnt mean your relationship has to be exclusive. Give one of these apps like Duolingo a try!

7 Incredible, Innovative Apps for Learning a New Language

7 Incredible, Innovative Apps for Learning a New Language 7 Incredible, Innovative Apps for Learning a New Language Setting off to learn a new language?Youve got a decision to make.Will it be the beaten path? The familiar landmarks? The same old, same old?Or will you choose the uncharted route? The unfamiliar twists and turns? You know, the road less traveled?Lets go with that one.Its the perfect time to look beyond the language tools whose names you already know. They can be great, but without diversity in your learning program, youre bound to get complacent and your motivation to learn will dry up.Luckily, there are innovators who are changing the language learning landscape with original apps and tons of unique features for sharpening your skills.Whether you need instant translations of the world around you, connections to native speakers across the globe or science-proven rapid learning tools, youll find all that and more below. How to Get the Most Out of a Language Learning AppFirst things first: dont be afraid to try an innovative app. There are many apps out there that offer new approache s to language education and deviate from conventional methods. One of the huge benefits of technology is that its always possible to find new, more interesting ways to learn a language, so dont be afraid to branch out and see what works best for you!As youre exploring your options, here are some tips to maximize learning:Take advantage of freebies. Many apps offer free trials or basic app downloads. This is a good opportunity to see which apps you like  without putting your money on the line. If you like a new app, terrific! If not, on to the next one.Try to use an app everyday, even if its just for a few minutes. Frequent exposure to your target language is key to retaining and building on what youve already learned.And since apps are a super convenient learning tool, you should be able to cram them into even the busiest schedule. If your language learning time happens to coincide with your bathroom time, so be it.Play around with any app you download to get a broader idea of its f eatures. When you download a new app, it can be tempting to just use the features that are right in front of you, completely ignoring other features or supplementary material you might be able to download for the app. However, this might make you miss out on other great learning opportunities, so go aheadâ€"play around!Mix and match apps for a well rounded language education. Each app has different features and teaching techniques. Some might be great for reading, while others are better for listening. Mixing and matching apps will help ensure you improve multiple language skills.Even if you just mix and match listening apps, youll be exposed to a wider array of speakers and accents, which will make you more likely to understand the language when you encounter it in the real world.7 Incredible, Innovative Apps for Learning a New LanguageFluentUAvailable: iOS | AndroidMost innovative feature: learn mode transforms authentic videos into interactive learning tools.Wouldnt it be nice if you could learn a language just by watching entertaining videos?With FluentU, you can. FluentU is an innovative learning tool that allows you to learn a new language just by watching authentic content like music videos, movie trailers, inspirational talks and news.Each video is captioned, and each word is fully annotated. At the tips of your fingers, youll have access to a words definition, several example sentences and an associated image. If you want to really reinforce a words meaning, you can even click it to see how that word is used in other videos.Whats more, FluentU offers an innovative learn mode. This mode takes video clips, images, pictures and example sentences and combines them into exercises and flashcardsâ€"perfect for anyone looking for a fresh and fun way to approach learning, all while absorbing native speech and target language culture.Since FluentU uses an algorithm that takes into account learner history, the lessons are fully personalized and youll never be in over your head.busuuAvailable: iOS | AndroidMost innovative feature: research-proven rapid learning.Ever wish you could learn a language in 10 minutes a day? Thats busuus wish for you, too.busuu aims to improve your speaking, listening, reading and writing in just 10 minutes a day. Through targeted exercises that are personalized to fit your skills, busuu provides innovative and dynamic content to help you learn your language of choice.busuu uses a vocabulary trainer, audio dialogues, quizzes, exercises and games to pack a lot into your 10-minute daily practice. Not only will this keep you on your toes, itll also provide a well rounded language education. Plus, you can also use the app to connect with native speakers, which is great practice and motivation.According to a study by City University of New York, 22 hours of busuu is equivalent to one semester of college language study. By that math, if you use it for just 10 minutes a day, youll be able to complete the equivalent of ne arly three  semesters of college language study in a year.busuu offers 12 different languages: English, Spanish, French, Portuguese, Italian, German, Polish, Russian, Arabic, Turkish, Chinese and Japanese.The initial app download is free with limited content. Subscriptions start at $5.41 per month and include flashcards, grammar exercises, vocabulary training and much more.MondlyAvailable: iOS | AndroidMost innovative feature: chatbot with speech recognition.Mondly has 20 million users. And when you think about it, 20 million people probably arent wrong.Mondly is a flexible option that adjusts to your needs to improve your reading, writing, listening and speaking. Rather than having you memorize long vocabulary lists, Mondly focuses on key words and phrases grouped thematically.Part of what makes Mondly so unique is its chatbot feature, which allows you to practice speaking your target language in a structured environment. The chatbot simulates a real conversationâ€"you speak and th e app replies.Mondly offers more than 30 languages, and it could be a great tool for anyone learning a language that isnt usually catered to by language courses or programs.The initial app download is free, but youll need a subscription to unlock content. Subscription options start at about $4 per month.HiNativeAvailable: iOS | AndroidMost innovative feature: a question template that makes it possible even for beginners to communicate with native speakers.Wouldnt it be nice if you knew a native speaker who could answer all your most pressing language questions?HiNative can help you do just that!HiNative is an unconventional language app. It bills itself as a global QA platform. You can post spoken or written questions in any language you want. You can even use images for additional clarity. With users in over 170 countries,  there are plenty of people on here who could help you out.Language exchange apps like this, where youre put into direct contact with native speakers, can someti mes be intimidating to beginners. However, HiNatives question template feature allows you to build sentences in your target language, which not only opens up communication but also gets you comfortable thinking in the target language.The basic download is free. A premium subscription costs $9.99 per month and offers additional helpful features like the ability to play voice responses to other peoples questions, the ability to use bookmarks and the use of 10 premium tickets each month thatll make your questions stand out.Mango LanguagesAvailable: iOS | AndroidMost innovative feature: voice comparison technology to help learners master the nuances of pronunciation.It can be very difficult to find learning materials if you hope to learn a less common language. Especially if you want a fun, easy to follow, visually appealing format. Thankfully, the Mango Languages app offers all this and more.Mango Languages focuses on teaching culture along with standard vocabulary and grammar for an a ll-around learning experience. The app is colorful but not cluttered, so its easy to use. Youll be learning essential grammatical structures and how to combine them to form your own sentences. Mango Languages also emphasizes highly useful phrases that learners would be likely to encounter in the real world.To help with pronunciation, the app offers a voice recorder and comparison feature that allows you to listen to your own pronunciation alongside recorded audio. You can see the audio waves mapped out and you can slow it down or accelerate to a native pace. This is the up-close, no-excuses way to perfect your pronunciation.Mango Languages offers more than 70 languages, covering common languages in addition to less common ones such as Cherokee, Haitian Creole and Hawaiian. There are even festive specialty courses that focus on special events or themes, such as an Irish St. Patricks Day course.The Mango Languages app is free to download.FlashAcademyAvailable: iOS | AndroidMost innova tive feature: an object translator that shows target language words for any physical object you point your device at.You can still learn a language even if youre in a hurry!FlashAcademy suggests you study just a few minutes a day. Since the app adapts to your learning needs, there wont be as much wasted time.Courses are basic through advanced, so the FlashAcademy app is useful for any level of language learner. Fun, innovative features include quick-fire word games, flashcards with audio and video and useful tips staggered throughout.FlashAcademy also lets you keep your target language top-of-mind even when youre traveling or just out in the real world without your dictionary on hand. With the object translator technology, just point your device at an object and FlashAcademy will instantly give you its target language translation. The app is also integrated with FlashSticks, physical vocabulary stickers you can post around your home or office.FlashAcademy covers popular languages su ch as Spanish, French, Italian, German and more.The basic app is free to download, though additional material requires in-app purchases.BeelinguappAvailable: AndroidMost innovative feature: karaoke-style audiobook presentation for focused reading.Besides having one of the cutest app names ever, Beelinguapp has a lot to offer language learners.Rather than focusing on conventional lessons, Beelinguapp focuses on  audiobooks. While the words are being spoken, the text appears side-by-side in your target language and English. Beelinguapp also boasts karaoke audio reading, where the text is highlighted as its spoken so you can follow along.This innovative approach allows you to engage with the language immediately and build your reading and listening comprehension skills simultaneously.The app includes English, Spanish, French, Portuguese, Italian, German, Russian, Turkish, Arabic, Hindi, Chinese and Japanese.Beelinguapp is free to download and offers additional in-app purchases.Dont let the tedium of staying on the same familiar road set in. Get off the beaten path and try these innovative language learning apps! Its the best fork in the road youll ever take!