Language acquisition

COVID-19 and School Closures: ASHA Offers Tips for Parents of Bilingual Children and English Language Learners Receiving Speech-Language Therapy Services

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Thursday, May 7, 2020
Language, Articles, Academic disciplines, Language acquisition, Multilingualism, Second-language acquisition, Online speech therapy, Speech and language pathology, Telemedicine, Educational technology, English-language learner

This may present unique challenges for families and students who are bilingual and/or English language learners.

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  • This may present unique challenges for families and students who are bilingual and/or English language learners.
  • You will not confuse your child, set them back academically, or prevent growing English skills by speaking your home language with your child.
  • Learn about what parents of students receiving speech and language treatment should know during school closures here .
  • Some children may receive services virtually (called "telepractice"), depending on state and local laws, school district policies, and resources.

Manhattan Strategy Group Releases Early Childhood Briefs on School Readiness, Supporting Dual Language Learners

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Tuesday, April 21, 2020
Language acquisition, Applied linguistics

BETHESDA, Md., April 21, 2020 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- A new series of topical briefs from Manhattan Strategy Group (MSG), a management and social services consulting firm, focuses on issues affecting the nation's youngest learners in Head Start and other early learning programs.

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  • BETHESDA, Md., April 21, 2020 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- A new series of topical briefs from Manhattan Strategy Group (MSG), a management and social services consulting firm, focuses on issues affecting the nation's youngest learners in Head Start and other early learning programs.
  • The two briefs released under the Early Care and Education Series highlight topics of importance for early childhood professionals: adopting an expansive orientation to school readiness and addressing the unique needs of dual language learners (DLLs).
  • "Quality early care and education opportunities lead to happier, healthier, and more successful children," said Marc Mannes, MSG's Associate Director, Children, Youth, and Families.
  • The second brief, The Case for Cultivating Dual Language Learners' Home Languages , discusses the benefits of dual language learning and the facility of young children for learning multiple languages.

Online Language Learning Markets, 2025

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Friday, April 17, 2020
Articles, Academic disciplines, Language, Educational psychology, Cognitive science, Language acquisition, Distance education, Educational technology, Information technology, Learning, Multilingualism

Further, rise in disposable income, urbanization, and gamut of other socio-economic factors supporting the global market for Online Language Learning.

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  • Further, rise in disposable income, urbanization, and gamut of other socio-economic factors supporting the global market for Online Language Learning.
  • Among them, Courses type Online Language Learning holds the highest market share in the Online Language Learning Market owing to the demand for multilingual candidates by the corporates and rise in the global business activities which lead to interaction with clients from different nations.
  • The report assesses the Online Language Learning market by Language (English, Spanish, Mandarin, Others).
  • The report presents the analysis of Online Language Learning market for the historical period of 2015-2019 and the forecast period of 2020-2025.

New Parent Coaching App Helps Parents with Young Children at Home During COVID Manage Daily Routines and Engage in Activities that Support Child Development and Well-Being

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Tuesday, April 14, 2020
Childhood, Human development, Family, Child development, Parenting, Child development stages, Toddler, Attachment theory, Language acquisition

"Every parent of a young child should have the best research-based guidance and coaching at their fingertips -- or literally in their pocket.

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  • "Every parent of a young child should have the best research-based guidance and coaching at their fingertips -- or literally in their pocket.
  • The app combines the tracking of daily routines like sleeping, eating, and health checks, with daily roadmaps for facilitating key developmental milestones for babies, infants, and toddlers.
  • "We designed ParentPalto take the guesswork out of the parenting journey, and to foster high quality engagement between parent and child so critical to each child's development.
  • Parents and caregivers can access customized daily plans of play-based and learning-centered activities and routines tailored to each of their children's ages and stages of development.

Stem Holdings Provides Update on the Acquisition of Seven Leaf Ventures

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Thursday, March 19, 2020
Stem, Plant stem, Word stem, Cannabis, Language acquisition, Academic disciplines, Articles, Medicine

Additionally, on the closing of the Transaction, the Sacramento Dispensary had US$120,000 in cash and US$378,000 in inventory, which Stem has assumed as a result of the Acquisition.

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  • Additionally, on the closing of the Transaction, the Sacramento Dispensary had US$120,000 in cash and US$378,000 in inventory, which Stem has assumed as a result of the Acquisition.
  • Stem also received approximately US$525,000 in advances from Seven Leaf prior to the closing of the Acquisition.
  • "The acquisition of 7LV further solidifies Stems growth strategy by expanding operations in the largest U.S. cannabis markets," says Ellen Deutsch, Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer of Stem Holdings.
  • Stem does not intend, and does not assume any obligation, to update this forward-looking information except as otherwise required by applicable law.

The Digital English Language Learning Market is expected to grow by USD 14.69 bn during 2020-2024, progressing at a CAGR of 20% during the forecast period

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Monday, February 17, 2020
Articles, Education, Language, Linguistic rights, Language acquisition, Distance education, Educational technology, Information technology, Multilingual Education, Multilingualism

The analyst has been monitoring the global digital english language learning market and it is poised to grow by USD 14.69 bn during 2020-2024, progressing at a CAGR of 20% during the forecast period.

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  • The analyst has been monitoring the global digital english language learning market and it is poised to grow by USD 14.69 bn during 2020-2024, progressing at a CAGR of 20% during the forecast period.
  • Our reports on global digital english language learning market provides a holistic analysis, market size and forecast, trends, growth drivers, and challenges, as well as vendor analysis covering around 25 vendors.
  • In addition, emphasis on bilingual and multilingual education is anticipated to boost the growth of the global digital english language learning market as well.
  • The global digital english language learning market is segmented as below:
    This study identifies emphasis on bilingual and multilingual education as the prime reasons driving the global digital english language learning market growth during the next few years.

'How Languages Changed My Life' presents the importance of languages through collection of personal stories

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Thursday, January 23, 2020
Language, Articles, Contents, Linguistics, Language acquisition, Languages, Multilingualism, Neurolinguistics, Sociology of language

Aiming to inspire people to take up or maintain the languages they speak and to promote multilingualism, the book illustrates the importance of languages in shaping the lives of individuals and communities around the world.

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  • Aiming to inspire people to take up or maintain the languages they speak and to promote multilingualism, the book illustrates the importance of languages in shaping the lives of individuals and communities around the world.
  • "This book is for anyone who loves real-life stories; is interested in languages, culture, and adventure; and believes in global citizenship.
  • "'How Languages Changed My Life' is a book for our times, reminding us that what we have in common is always greater than our differences."
  • "How Languages Changed My Life" is available for purchase online at: https://www.amazon.com/How-Languages-Changed-My-Life/dp/148088457X .

How Website.com Is Making It Easy To Make a Multilingual Website

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Tuesday, December 17, 2019
Language, Language acquisition, Languages, Multilingualism, Neurolinguistics, Sociology of language, Menu, Webs

Website owners can now easily build a multi-language website, with custom language site menus and the ability to cater web pages to diverse audiences.

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  • Website owners can now easily build a multi-language website, with custom language site menus and the ability to cater web pages to diverse audiences.
  • The release of multilingual site capabilities makes Website.com one of the few fully featured site builders on the market to offer this feature.
  • The new Multilingual site builder feature is now available with select Website.com plans .
  • Website.com is a drag and drop site builder service designed to allow anyone to make a website or online store.

SHAREHOLDER ALERT: WeissLaw LLP Investigates Cision, Ltd.

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Friday, October 25, 2019
Law, Common law, Equity, Fiduciary, Shareholder, Derivative suit, Language acquisition, Articles, Government procurement in the United States, Economy

WeissLaw is investigating whether CISNs Board acted to maximize shareholder value prior to entering into the acquisition agreement.

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  • WeissLaw is investigating whether CISNs Board acted to maximize shareholder value prior to entering into the acquisition agreement.
  • Notably, the per-share offer is $2.00 less than the analyst target price of $12.00 and $5.76 less than the Companys 52-week high of $15.76.
  • Given these facts, WeissLaw is concerned whether the proposed acquisition undervalues the Company, and whether all material information related to the proposed acquisition is fully and fairly disclosed.
  • WeissLaw LLP has litigated hundreds of stockholder class and derivative actions for violations of corporate and fiduciary duties.

Learning A-Z Introduces New Vocabulary A-Z to Help K–5 Students Build Vocabulary and Increase Reading Comprehension

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Wednesday, October 9, 2019
Language-teaching methodology, Learning to read, Language acquisition, Reading

To provide educators with engaging resources for effective vocabulary instruction and practice, Learning A-Z has introduced a new version of Vocabulary A-Z .

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  • To provide educators with engaging resources for effective vocabulary instruction and practice, Learning A-Z has introduced a new version of Vocabulary A-Z .
  • The new Vocabulary A-Z solution empowers educators to integrate vocabulary lessons and practice into reading instruction in a way that makes it more engaging for students and time saving for teachers, said Learning A-Z President Patrick Marcotte.
  • Plus, with online and mobile access, students can complete assignments in class and at home to extend their learning.
  • Our suite of products includes: Raz-Plus, Reading A-Z, Raz-Kids, Headsprout, Science A-Z, Writing A-Z, and Vocabulary A-Z.