Language Photographs from the Flickr Commons
Like the vast majority of language websites and blogs, Beyond Words’ language content mostly consists of writing, audio, and video. Given the nature of language, the way it’s formed, and the way it’s usually expressed, this fact shouldn’t come as a surprise. Still, a discussion of language can only be only enriched by the visual […]
10 Free Language e-Books for the Kindle
Linguaphiles and gadget lovers alike are waiting in anticipation for August 27th, when Amazon will finally release the latest version of its popular Kindle e-Reader. The third generation Kindle quickly sold out on Amazon.com, and the product is currently receiving the type of media fervor reserved for Steve Jobs and company. Technology and social commentators […]
Beyond Words Podcast: Episode 12
Episode 12: The Language News Report Welcome to ALTA’s Beyond Words Podcast. Our podcasts provide listeners with the latest language news, language-related interviews, and language lessons that can be applied to real-world situations. They’re always brief, always informative, and always entertaining. During the Language News Report, you’ll hear summaries of the last two weeks’ top […]
Now Playing: Foreign Language Films at the Theater, August 2010
Every month, Now Playing highlights some of the best foreign films currently playing at the theater. This month we’re running a special feature on the Vancouver Latin American Film Festival. Since 2003, the excellent Vancouver Latin American Film Festival (VLAFF) has provided audiences with the unique opportunity of viewing Spanish and Portuguese language films in […]
Spinning Languages: Foreign Language Albums, August 2010
Spinning Languages is a monthly feature by Beyond Words that highlights albums from around the world. This month we’re showcasing three great albums from Colombia, Senegal, and Finland. You can order all of them directly from the excellent music store Other Music. Enjoy these August tunes! Various Artists: Palenque Palenque: Champeta Criolla & Afro Roots […]
Beyond Words Podcast: Episode 11
Episode 11: The Language News Report Welcome to ALTA’s Beyond Words Podcast. Our podcasts provide listeners with the latest language news, language-related interviews, and language lessons that can be applied to real-world situations. They’re always brief, always informative, and always entertaining. During the Language News Report, you’ll hear summaries of the week’s top language-related stories. […]
Language and Politics: Palin Refudiates Critics
To invent words or not to invent words– that is the question. On Sunday, former Alaska Governor Sarah Palin opted for the first choice. In a series of messages from her Twitter account, Palin commented on proposed plans to build an Islamic Cultural Center blocks away from the World Trade Center site. She initially tweeted, […]
The Law, Language, and Linguaphobia: New Jersey’s DWI Language Ruling
What began almost three years ago in New Jersey as a routine driving while impaired conviction, has slowly escalated into a state Supreme Court case and a rallying cry for both advocates and opponents of increased language assistance for immigrants across the nation. Police arrested New Jersey resident, German Marquez, on September 20, 2007, after […]
Beyond Words Podcast: Episode 10
Episode 10: The Language News Report Welcome to the tenth episode of ALTA’s Beyond Words Podcast! Our podcasts provide listeners with the latest language news, language-related interviews, and language lessons that can be applied to real-world situations. They’re always brief, always informative, and always entertaining. During the Language News Report, you’ll hear summaries of the […]
Spinning Languages: Foreign Language Albums, July 2010
Spinning Languages is a new monthly feature by Beyond Words that highlights albums from around the world. This month we’re showcasing three great albums from Brazil, Southeast Asia, and South Africa. We think they’d compliment any barbecue, pool party, or hot summer night. (We’re referring to the temperature.) You can order all of them directly […]