Hello! Welcome back to another issue of our Newsletter, and a warm welcome to those who are new :) We hope you had a great week, and we are so happy that you are here!
In the News
Tool use and language skills are linked in the brain – and practicing one improves the other
A recent neuroscience research uncovers the brain’s link between using fine motor skills and speaking languages.
New study shows learning a language with Duolingo supports brain health
https://blog.duolingo.com/how-duolingo-benefits-the-brain/
Not only is language learning for communicating with others, it is also a great way to stay intuitive and healthy!
Bilingualism comes naturally to our brains
https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2021/11/211103140118.htm
According to recent research, switching between two different languages is completely natural and effortless for those who speak both language proficiently.
General Org Updates
Every week, we’re working tirelessly on our Sandbox initiative to make the most of this fresh start. Our projects are sorted with technical tags as well as language tags, so you can filter based on your personal interests.
Check them out here:
Sandbox Update
No projects that have yet to be spotlighted, but we are always on the lookout for new ideas! If you have an innovative project idea, but no time to work on it, submit it here.
If you DO have time to work on it, fill out our Sandbox interest form here.
Lastly, do you know of an existing resource that you would like to see improved in our Sandbox? Submit it here, and we will try to get in contact with its developer.
Quote of the Week
“To have another language is to possess a second soul.”
- Charlemagne
Learning a language is beyond communicating with others - it is about having a new perspective inside of you. Through the extensive culture and expression you learn through a new language, you embody a new life, becoming a new soul. As you continue your language learning this week, think about the new view on life you will have. How has it transformed you so far, and what perspective are you excited to become?
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