How to Choose the Best Online Math Tutoring Service

How to Choose the Best Online Math Tutoring ServiceThere are many sites that offer math tutoring for kids and young adults. But, one of the best is through online. It has several advantages over the traditional options as it saves time, the personal knowledge can be shared and it also provides you with the best tools. Here are some things to look out for.First, make sure that the site is secure. The more secure it is, the better off you will be in the long run. Online sites can be accessed over the Internet, so you must be aware of how to safeguard your information. If you are using the MySpace, Facebook or YouTube accounts, then make sure they are password protected. These accounts are used for example to connect with other students from across the world.Another important aspect is making sure that the time the children have available to work on the worksheets and other activities is enough. This is because math tutors may make a schedule that goes into their book and you may find y ourself doing the homework. Also, if the time is not used in a wise way, it will lose its value. You can also set up dates or times so that the online services can be completed at the same time.Lastly, make sure that the email address is kept separate from your personal account. This is because when you set up an account with the tutor, your personal email may be shared. It will not look good if you keep in touch with them via email.Math tutoring online is very convenient as it allows you to learn in your own time. However, you need to ensure that the tutor is reliable and credible. As this is a learning process for your child, you must make sure that the tutor is working under supervision. Some tutors are even given safety instructions before they leave for your area.Online tutoring is convenient for parents who have to move around quite a bit to meet their children's needs. It can also help the children as they can work with their friends. This helps them in a big way because they learn from their peers who are not just their teachers but also their friends.Online math tutoring gives the student the chance to master math easily. However, make sure that the tutor is credible so that the time spent in learning will be fruitful. Make sure that the website is secure to prevent hacking attempts from accessing personal information of the user.

Learning Hindi Online

Learning Hindi Online All You Need To Know About Learning Hindi Online ChaptersWhy Learn Hindi?Learn Hindi Online Free Of ChargeWhere To Find Hindi Lessons OnlineLearning to speak a new language is not quite as straightforward as learning your alphabet.There are so many different ways that a learner can tackle learning a new language, and this normally depends on their level (usually they are beginners or intermediate level) and which learning tools they respond to best.For instance, some may be perfectly happy to be proactive and scour the Internet to find useful resources, whereas others may feel completely lost without the guidance of a tutor or structured online lessons.Well, we think we have solved this for one and all... using the Internet, namely structured apps or lessons, is a great balance between signing up to an expensive  language course / hiring a Hindi and English speaking tutor and getting by all on your own.While the Internet is so vast in content, the way we use this data has changed so much in recent years and we are able to find what we need much quicker thanks to smarter search engines, cookies, and more specific, professional websites which in turn helps to teach us more.The Internet bots are always hard at work sussing out which content is best suited to us and our needs. Photo credit: eleZeta on Visual huntKeep reading to find out how your second language journey could be made much easier with online Hindi lessons with a tutor!

UCAS Workshop

UCAS Workshop We like things to be fair, so we were excited when The Access Project asked us to run a workshop to help with university applications in schools where most kids don’t go to university. Research done by the Sutton Trust suggests that even amongst schools with identical A-level results, some are much more likely to get pupils accepted into a top university than others. [1] One of the reasons for this is to the all-important UCAS form. The Sutton Trust research found that independent school applicants are more likely to submit carefully crafted UCAS statements. State school applicants, by contrast, appeared to receive less help composing their statement, and often struggle to draw on suitable work and life experience. [2] Clients often engage tutors to help their child with their university admission. So, we have joined forces with the Access Project to run a series of workshops to ensure some of London’s most deprived students have the best chance of creating a winning UCAS application. The workshop includes sessions on the choices available to students and includes support for individuals in composing their personal statement. We are immensely proud of the sixteen Tutorfair educators who are taking part and wish the students they help a huge good luck in their applications. The pilot workshop is on 6 February - contact us if you’d like to help. [1]  (http://www.suttontrust.com/research/degrees-of-success-he-destinations-tables/ see pages 6-7) [2]   (http://www.suttontrust.com/news/news/personal-statements-help-independent-school-students/)

On-Demand Tuition App Launch featured on ITV News

On-Demand Tuition App Launch featured on ITV News The need for On-Demand tuition has never been clearer.  6 out of 10 students  on free school meals  will fail  their English and Maths GCSE's this year.  Without these qualifications, opportunities for these already disadvantaged children are  further  reduced. For children in fee-paying  schools the figure is only 1%. This  attainment gap  is why Tutorfair is doing its part to give every student access to the best tutors. Tutorfair On-Demand Tuition App Launches To tackle this inequality, the  Tutorfair Foundation has launched an innovative new app - Tutorfair On-Demand. The app, as  featured in the  Evening Standard  and  ITV London news,  gives children at our partner schools  access to top tutors from wherever they are. Last week we launched the app in 5 London secondary schools including Oaklands School in Tower Hamlets. Initially the app will deliver maths tuition as this is a subject where many need extra support. Once the app is up and running  successfully, we aim to roll On-Demand tuition out across the country. All of us at Tutorfair are excited for the potential to  change children's  lives. Through the app we will be able to reach children in remote parts of the country. This will bring tuition to children who have never had  this kind of opportunity before. Volunteer  On-Demand through the  App To meet the demand from pupils we need more volunteers. Are  you are passionate about maths and dedicated to helping young people? You can help us  deliver high-quality tuition through the app. If you are  reliable and resilient and have an A or B grade at A-Level (or equivalent) in maths then volunteer with us.  To get involved  visit the Foundation page  today, learn how to  join our team of  tutors and volunteer on demand. Are you a student that is already registered with us?  Click to Log in to Tutorfair On-Demand  to access free maths tuition. Expert tutors are online and available to help: Monday - Friday 6pm to 9pm Saturday - Sunday 5pm to 8pm

Everything You Need to Know About Language Conversation Exchanges

Everything You Need to Know About Language Conversation Exchanges Everything You Need to Know About Language Conversation Exchanges Word on the street is that all the kids are doing LCEs.Oh, sorryâ€"are you new to getting your language learning kicks  online?Thanks to the Internet, the world is your oyster. It turns out that language learning  on your own terms  can be  fun, interactive and exciting.When you want to start interacting with native speakers and practicing conversational skills, youll want  to know all about the LCE experience. Far from the classroom with its recorded listening tapes and prompted conversations with other beginners, an LCE, or  language conversation exchange,  gets you speaking like a native faster through pure immersion.To do an LCE, you will meet with a native speaker of your target language and converse with them, alternating between your language and theirs. You exchange your knowledge of English (or another language you know well) for their knowledge of the foreign language youre learning. It gives you experience of real, one-on-one communication, a chance to converse and listen. This is vital to helping you learn quicker, better and with more enjoyment.Sounds pretty great, right? An opportunity like this must rapidly accelerate everybody’s language learning, right? Sadly not. LCEs often fail or fade out, and their magic potential for language transformation is lost.Luckily for you, I am going to spell out how to find, create and maintain an LCE that explodes your language learning as you know it and catapults you into a new level of fluency. And you might even make a friend along the way! Everything You Need to Know About Language Conversation ExchangesWhy Should I Do a Language Conversation Exchange?Before you start scouting for a buddy, it is vital that you know what you want this exchange to do for you. Do you want a structured and challenging test of your linguistic abilities? A mate to hang out and relax with? What is most important to you?People have all sorts of reasons for seeking out an LCE, from pure love of language to understanding a new cu lture, finding a new friend in an unfamiliar place or having someone to reassure them that they are doing fine when they order drinks in a funny accent.If you know what you want to get out of  your LCE, you are more likely to find it.  You won’t waste time with vague feelings that  this isn’t really what I was after. No time for that! You have a language to master!Sit down for five minutes and brainstorm why you might be  looking for an LCE. Then choose the three main pointsâ€"all related to what you want to achieve and experience. Make a note of them and refer back throughout your LCE to see if you are getting what you originally wanted.Know what youre looking for? Great! Lets go get it!How Can I  Find My Language Conversation Exchange Buddy?If you are looking for an online buddy then the internet is your oyster! Start right here with the FluentU iPhone app  or Android app.  Find a system that suits you with this amazing comprehensive list of high quality languages exchange sit es.I personally recommend Hellotalk to find a buddy in your target language. It is free, you are linked up instantly and you can keep searching until you find your perfect buddy. This works as a good introduction service. Later you can decide if you want to just text or maybe progress to Skype chat or beyond.Skype isnt necessarily the end goalâ€"its actually a fantastic place to start! Check out Skypes  community message boards for people looking for a partner. Skype language lessons  attract speakers of all languages and you can find many offers for languages exchanges there.Couchsurfing  also has a great community forum you can log into and post on for buddies.  Here you can find kindred spirits who enjoy travel and adventuring.These are my personal favorites. Check out the links above and see what works for youâ€"and dont be afraid to get out there and explore more options!As for those of you lucky enough to actually be  living abroad, it is even easier to find a buddy. Utilize c enters of educationâ€"universities, schools, cultural centers. Leave an advert and a contact number there. Many universities offer a “Tandem” or language exchange service. Contact local TEFL teachers, tooâ€"they can give you contacts to their best and keenest students.Being the foreigner in your town, many people would welcome the opportunity to learn with you. Ask your friends, ask your colleagues. Somewhere out there is your perfect LCE party waiting  eagerly  to set out on a language adventure by your side.How Do I Recognize My Ideal LCE Partner?Be discerning at the start. The better suited you two are for one another, the better your chances of having a successful LCE. Gut feeling is a good indicator. Is this person interesting to you? Do  they have a similar personality and lifestyle? Would you choose to chat with them normally?Then there is level. It is not necessary to have someone the same as you in ability and fluency. Even a total beginner and a near fluent speaker can help each other wonderfully as long as both are fulfilled and getting what they want.Next, find out what your potential buddy wants from this exchange. Can you help them? Do they seem interested in helping you?This last point is very important. Do they want to help you as well as improve their own level? Be sure you have a partner who you feel comfortable with, who seems supportive, patient and interested in your motivations and desires. People sometimes forget that speakers of a global  language like English also want and need to improve their second language skills. Make sure your buddy is a team player before you move forward!Okay, Got My Buddy! But How to Start?Be flexible at the beginning. The relationship will take its own shape. That said, it is good to set some starting rules:How often will we  meet? At least once a week is best to keep things progressing nicely, but the more you meet up the better your speaking skills will become. Do not try to overwhelm your buddy with to o many meet ups if they have a busy schedule, but be sure that you express your goals in terms of frequency.How will we  divide the languages? The most common format is to speak for half  the time in your language, half the time in theirs. But it is up to you and your partner. You could alternate weeks or come up with your own system. Bear in mind though that extended language immersion will deepen your skills, so try not to flit between languages too quickly and too often.If you are in an online LCE, you have the advantage of at least some written communication. That means you can post a short summary of the guidelines of your desired LCE to your buddy. Feel free to keep in touch via online messaging in between your meet ups.Where will  we meet?  If you have a physical meeting, then vary the location. This makes each session unique with its own set of challenges and learning opportunities. Go to a museum or a park. Meet at your house or at your buddys. Not only will you be more sti mulated by each meeting thanks to the varying scenery and topics of conversation, you will come across new vocabulary and challenges too.If you are meeting online, there is no reason not to explore cyberspace together! Play games, have fun. Sometimes you can Skype for talking practice.  Sometimes you can text chat so that your buddy can give you writing tips. Try different chat rooms and experiment with different conversation sites. Maybe you can even go on a SIMS adventure together!The Time Has Comeâ€"What Should We Talk About?Try to keep the topics of discussion diverse. At the start, you can focus on getting to know each other, but your LCE will be much more fun if you deliberately address different areas of conversation.This is especially relevant for online LCEs because we all spend a lot of time on the computer and are distracted by Facebook, background events, etc. Planning varied and fun themes ensures that your LCE is the only thing on your mind when you turn on your comput er. By avoiding distractions and staying focused on a topic, you will get the absolute most from the exchange.Role play and explore situations. This can work as well through Skype as in person. Your buddy can prep you for possible job interviews or interactions with trained staff. Role plays are a great way of both minimizing nerves (by pretending to be someone else) and becoming adept in situations you may need in real life. And they do not need much preparation. Just set a situation and think of a few points that may come up. Believe me, it is less effort than preparing nothing and then forcing conversation about the weather and your summer plans.If your language has a formalinformal function, as most languages do, you can choose to speak one week formally and discuss  more professional  topics such as your  career. Then the next week you can devote to casual speech and slang words.Get practical. Put yourself in real situations. Explore language through food! Go to dinner or to th e pub together, order food and pay the bill. Agree to take your native buddy around town without guidance so that you read the maps and you ask for directions when you get lost. Go to an art gallery and explain how each picture makes you feel. Take the train and describe the route to your buddy.Maybe you want this to be very low-key and laid back. That is fine as long as it is what you and your buddy both want. But remember that variability and challenging yourself will take you farther faster. You are going to meet loads of foreign speakers to chat and hang with once your language level starts accelerating. Why not use this novel opportunity to its maximum potential?This was fun. When shall we meet next?  Always end with a new time to meet. This is important for motivation and so that your LCE does not get swallowed up by the busyness of your lives. Having  research to do,  a role-play to plan or a topic to mull over means that your mind will stay on your LCE all week.How Do I Know My LCE Is Really Working?Want to be sure that you are getting the most out of your LCE experience? Want to rest easy knowing that you are making tons of great progress thanks to your new buddy?Make a goal for your LCE, whether it be to widen your vocabulary, increase your confidence or simply be able to order drinks by yourself (with or without laughter). This main goal gives you something to aim towards. Then you can set up small, achievable goals for each meeting, such as:Go out for dinner and talk to the waiter all nightHave a basic discussion about the political background of this countrySurvive a 30-minute conversation without giving in and reverting to EnglishThis does not need to be a structured thing with charts and progress boards. Just keep it in your own mind. Keep your focus on what you want to achieve and how that is going. This will keep your LCE alive and useful for you and make sure that you know you are progressing.It is also up to you to set the level of correctio n you want from your buddy. If your aim is confidence, then just relax and talk as much as possible. If you want to nail your grammar, then ask them to point out and explain mistakes. You can set yourself specific goals for each session, for example:Today I want to use conditionals correctlyI am  bored of using the same adjectives all the time. Today I will experiment with more advanced and unusual onesOnce your buddy knows your aim they can help you reach it and give you feedback and advice.How Do I Keep My LCE Fun?Treat it like any other important relationshipâ€"invest your time and energy in it. Commitment and regular communication are important to keep your LCE a part of your life. Be excited about it. Goal plan and reflect on how each meeting went and what you each got from it. What could you improve next time and how could you better help your partner? Once your LCE is something you are excited about, it will stay on the front page of your attention span.How to End My Language Conversation Exchange?For whatever reason, LCEs are sometimes quite short. Maybe you just needed that initial boost to get you going in your new language or to find a group of friends. Maybe you or your buddy is super busy now. Thats okay, it usually has to end sometimeâ€"and you can always keep in touch in the future if you like.But do make sure you end your LCE fittingly. It has been an adventure and a learning process for both of you. Go for a final dinner or drink together. If you are online make sure you schedule that final webchat or Skype meet. Chat about what you learned and what was fun and think about your plans now.How you will keep improving your language? Did you get what you wanted? Did you push yourself and reach new boundaries in your new language? Are you still hungry to go farther, to get even more fluent, confident and capable?If so…there are a million other LCE partners waiting for you. Whether online or in your town, reach out to them. Rememberâ€"each human b eing is a whole new world. For you, that is a whole world of new knowledge, understanding and learning. Use this opportunity to your advantage!

What to Wear When Teaching Abroad

What to Wear When Teaching Abroad Today’s Guest Blog is written by Erika Phyall who currently works in community relations for the University of Southern California Rossier School of Education’s online master’s programs. USC Rossier provides current and aspiring teachers the opportunity to earn an  online Master’s in Teaching  degree and a  Master’s of Education online. Outside of work Erika enjoys networking, DIY projects, and spending time with her two dogs.What to Wear When Teaching AbroadTeaching abroad is an adventure waiting to be discovered. Teachers work and live in a world that is filled with new sights, ideas, people and experiences. Preparing for your time abroad can be hard if you aren’t sure what to expect.One question many teachers might find themselves asking is what to wear when teaching abroad. Sometimes you will be fortunate enough to adjust your wardrobe at your own leisure once you arrive. However, if your location is more rural or you don’t have the same body type as the majority of the populace, you will want to come prepared for your entire stay. Ultimately, it is important to dress professionally and to tailor that look according to the culture you are working in.One of the best steps you can take to have a successful teaching abroad experience is to be open to change. Living in a different culture can require making adjustments to how you might normally dress. Every country will be different. Some may have a style you love, whereas others may include attire that seems restrictive or difficult to embrace. Choose to accept these adjustments as part of the adventure, and don’t begrudge them as a loss of independence. Remember: You can slide right back into those neon tights or worn Converses with deserved enthusiasm once you return home.A helpful tip to dressing for success starts with professionalism. It’s easy when you’re in a new place to want to forget some of the more pesky professional dress codes you may have left behind. In many countries, howev er, being a teacher is one of the most revered professions in the culture. Both students and parents look to the teacher as a symbol of education that preserves the past and strengthens the future. Dressing professionally shows your respect for the position you are filling and the role you have been entrusted with. General guidelines for dressing professionally include maintaining a neat and clean appearance, wearing minimal jewelry or refraining fully, depending on culture, and always choosing clothes that are modest and workplace appropriate. If you are ever unsure, it’s always best to start off conservatively. Ask your co-workers and look around to see what other teachers or professionals in your school are wearing.The classroom is not the only place where dress code can come into play. Holidays, visiting friends, the beach and many other situations can present themselves where it is important to understand appropriate dress. For example, wearing bikinis in many Asian countries is not culturally accepted. Most bathers wear shorts and t-shirts when going to the beach. Middle Eastern countries are also known for their more modest dress. Embrace your adventurous locale, but be prepared for some mental shifts as well. Dressing in this region can be very different for teachers, and female teachers especially may feel restricted. In many Middle Eastern countries, women are expected to have their knees, shoulders and chests completely covered. Head scarves are also required for women, and dresses â€" not pants â€" are recommended unless stated otherwise by your school. Always ask your school for a recommended dress code so you can be prepared to meet their standards.Teaching abroad can be a real adventure, but as with all journeys, setting off prepared can make all the difference. As long as you follow the advice above and use common sense, fashion won’t be able to obstruct you from the rewards of teaching abroad.Interested in earning a Master's degree through the USC Rossier School of Education? Click here to request more information on your professional development.

7 Schools That Offer Sizzling Summer Language Programs

7 Schools That Offer Sizzling Summer Language Programs 7 Schools That Offer Sizzling Summer Language Programs The beautiful thing about learning is that no one can take it away from you. â€" B.B. KingSummer with its long, lazy days and spare hours to fill calls to us as sweetly as one of B.B. King’s legendary guitar riffs, doesn’t it?Images of all sorts of amazing things to doâ€"or not do, if youre feeling less ambitiousâ€"fill our heads almost as soon as the first dandelions appear.Spending time in the sun, lounging on the grass, finally reading that book youve been meaning to get to all yearThats all well and good, but if youre picturing lots of wasted time youd better check out those mind pics again.Wasted summer time? Not at all!Let’s face it.Summertime is the perfect language learning time.All those unclaimed, warm, peaceful hours? They just beg to be filled with blissful language study!Okay. Right. I hear your concerns.Youre guessing its going to be a headache to find schools that offer summer language programs.Think again.Weve got some super schools below that offer summer langu age programs that will build your fluency, add fun to your days and maybe even some sizzle to your sultry summer nights.Lets check them out! Why Summer Is an Excellent Time to Focus on Language LearningFor those lucky enough to have summers off, summers unstructured, spare hours mean theres loads of time to concentrate on wants instead of mustsâ€"and if youre here, it means you want to power up your language skills. Brilliant!Summer, with its abundance of light-filled hours, warmer days and slower pace, is oh so casual. And that translatesâ€"in any languageâ€"to lots less stress. I dont know about you, but I definitely learn with less trouble when Im not stressing about things. Low stress equals high concentration potential for a lot of us!Many language learning programs are only available during the summer, so if you want to grab the goods from one of those, summer is your only option.Typically, summer programs are geared toward intensive learning. What does that mean to you, the language learner? Well, its great news because it means many summer courses are designed to help students gain skills more quickly!The cherry on the cupcake, as far as summer being an epic time to grab some language learning, is that there are even  some summer programs that are held in the target-language country. You do know what that means, dont you? Thats rightâ€"immersion! Language, culture, warm days exploring another country and warm nights practicing your language skills at trendy clubs, sporting events or sidewalk cafés. Whats not to love? And immersion isnt limited to programs abroad, as many more intensive programs offer an immersive environment in the classroom.Finally, even if you dont have the time or cash to spare on one of the programs below, FluentU  is a complete, affordable language learning option that can add structure and enjoyment to your summer, regardless of what your schedule looks like.FluentU makes it possible to learn languages from music videos, comme rcials, 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 progra m 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.And besides, theres always next year!7 Schools That Offer Sizzling Summer Language ProgramsYaleIf youve ever dreamed of attending prestigious Yale University on the idyllic Connecticut campus, you might want to consider taking one of their summer session language courses.There are two five-week-long summer sessions offered. Theyre open to undergraduates who wish to satisfy degree requirements, earn credit toward their major or just experience life in residence at the liberal arts college.Yale offers not just regular classes, but  several language programs across the globe, including some study abroad courses combined with courses on the Yale campus, but be advised that theyre truly intensive. These cou rses tend to fit an entire semesters worth of learning into a few weeks, so be prepared to learn, learn, learn!   Spanish, French, German, Portuguese, Russian, Italian, English and Arabic are all on the course schedule.Learn Portuguese language and cultural facts in Brazil. Nail down some complex Spanish skills in Ecuador. Intermediate and advanced French students have an option to study in Paris (ooh, la, la!), and intermediate German students can learn in Berlin. No worries if Italian is on your summer scheduleâ€"there are courses in Siena that will accommodate your thirst for language. And Russian in St. Petersburg or Arabic in Morocco? Both epic options for summer learning!Columbia UniversityNew Yorks Columbia University has some incredible summer language courses that are open to high school students. There are for-credit courses for juniors and seniors (grades 11 and 12) in Spanish, Russian, Latin, Hindi-Urdu, French, Arabic and more.These include intensive courses designed to give high school students an edge on their college careers with the opportunity to earn college credits before formal college enrollment! There are requirements for each courseâ€"that vary according to languageâ€"so check the listings if youre considering enrolling.Columbia also has a summer program for students who want the immersive experience of studying Spanish in Barcelona. The Spanish Workshop features experiences designed to improve conversational, reading and writing skills.EF Language SchoolsEFs Summer Abroad program is based on course curriculum that has been implemented successfully for decades. They strive to give students experiences abroad that broaden global perspectives and introduce new cultures while teaching languages.Their language schools offer Spanish, Japanese, Italian, French, German and Chineseâ€"and to make the courses truly cozy, they limit class size to 17.Learn Spanish in Madrid or Barcelona, Japanese in Tokyo, Italian in Rome, French in Nice, German in Berlin or Munich, or Chinese in Beijing.These summer abroad courses are open to college students, and this immersive experience offers both homestay or student residence options so individual preferences can be accommodated!The University of ChicagoThe summer language programs at the University of Chicago entice a diverse group of language learners.Courses are open to currently enrolled University of Chicago students interested in continuing their academic careers over the summer months, high school students getting a jump on their college experiences, professionals honing language skills as well as undergraduate and graduate students from other colleges and universities.Courses do require students to take proficiency tests to gauge their language ability prior to placement in courses.They also  offer both beginning and intermediate intensive courses, so testing makes it possible to choose the optimal course of study for each individual student.Arabic, Chinese, French, German, Japa nese, Korean, Persian, Portuguese, Spanish and Turkish are all in the summer course catalog.Residence hall housing and private apartments offer accommodations to students. Theres also a building called The International House where students from around the globe reside in an informal, family-style setting. Space is at a premium so applications to stay in The International House must be completed and turned in prior to securing a place there.The University of WashingtonSeattles University of Washington is one of the countrys largest summer language program providers.They offer both intensive and non-intensive language programs. What does that mean for learners? It means there are options (some summer programs only offer intensive coursework) and that its up to individual learners to decide whether they want the intensive (long hours, lots of material in a short period of time) or non-intensive (more relaxed, with less hours and less material) experience.Both campus and off-campus hou sing is available.Courses are open to everyone, including high school students.The language list for summer study is impressive! They offer Arabic, Chinese, French, German, Greek, Hebrew, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Latin, Persian, Portuguese, Russian, Swahili, Turkish and more. Whew!There are a few online course options  as well.University of California at BerkeleyThe University of California at Berkeley summer foreign language courses are open to everyone, including international students, high school students, university students and community members. Financial aid  is available to facilitate coursework availability to everyone.Courses are targeted for intensive language immersion over a short time span (all sessions of summer courses begin and end in an approximately 10-week span).Summer language classes bring a semester or, in some cases, a years worth of learning into the abbreviated summer session, so theyre definitely intensive courses.Arabic, Chinese, Filipino, French, Germ an, Greek, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Latin, Persian and Spanish are on the summer language schedule. Levels offered range from beginner to advanced.Indiana UniversityIndiana Universitys Summer Language Workshop has been in operation since 1950. It gives more than 200 students per summer the ability to gain a full year of college language instruction in eight- or nine-week summer sessions. No doubt about it, thats a pretty impressive endeavorâ€"for both students and the faculty!All languages include beginner level so no previous language skills are required to participate. Graduate, undergraduate, professional and international students attend the Workshop. High school students are considered for acceptance, as well, although this is on a very limited basis.Arabic, BCS (Bosnian-Croatian-Serbian), Chinese, Estonian, Georgian, Haitian Creole, Hungarian, Indonesian, Japanese, Korean, Kurdish, Latvian, Lithuanian, Mongolian, Pashto, Persian, Russian, Swahili, Turkish and Ukrainian are t aught.Workshop participants are offered housing on site, meal plans are available and there are credits earned for taking part in this exciting summer event!Guitar great B.B. King was right: No one can take learning away from you.Its all yours, regardless of when or where you acquire your skills.Summer is the perfect time to study languages. Theres no need to waste precious time, especially on sunny days that are so invigorating and just invite adventure!So learn a new language or increase proficiency in a language youve already begun studyingâ€"its entirely up to you. All of these schools offer excellent options.The key is to learn and make your language skills sizzle!