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  Learning English can start with your laptop or phone! Learning English online has become possible due to the sheer amount of online platforms. In our blog we will be discussing a few platforms that we believe are the most useful and are ones that English teachers should advocate for. Teachers should be careful which platforms to recommend to their students as it is a great responsibility. In our blog we will discuss each website/app in detail so teachers can have an easier time making the choice. This is a general example of a person learning a second language online.
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Cambly

  Cambly is a digital networking platform that allows students from all over the world to connect with native English speaking tutors for things like: conversation, structured English lessons, exam preparation (IELTS, TOEFL). Cambly helps students build their English skills and confidence through real conversations with real native speakers wherever and whenever. Cambly is a platform that teachers should recommend to their students to use in their free time, as it is proven to be very helpful. Teachers can encourage their students to use it through giving students bonus marks when they successfully finish lessons. Just like any online platform, is has its pros and cons.  Pros: 1- Cambly is a reputable online learning platform known for its flexible schedule for students. 2- With Cambly, it is possible to get instant feedback. Since the teaching format is one-on-one, this allows for immediate feedback, which can help students improve their language skills much faster.  3-Cambly has mor

Duolingo

 In today's digital age, educators are constantly seeking innovative ways to enhance their teaching methods and engage students in the language-learning process. One such tool that has gained significant popularity is the Duolingo platform.  Duolingo for Teachers aims to support educators in incorporating Duolingo into their classroom instruction. It provides teachers with tools and features to manage classrooms, assign exercises, track student progress, and personalize instruction and it is a specialized platform designed to support educators in incorporating the popular language-learning app, Duolingo, into their classroom instruction. Duolingo, originally developed as a mobile app for individual learners, has expanded its features to provide resources and tools specifically tailored for teachers and their students. And Duolingo offers a unique and interactive approach to language learning, and teachers around the world are embracing it as a valuable resource in their classrooms.

Coursera

A good teacher is one that encourages students to continue learning language even outside of classes. It is important to recommended good platforms and resources to students, ones that will benefit the students and improve their language skills. Coursera, an online platform, is a good example, as it includes many English courses ranging from academic writing to pronunciation, and even gives certification after successfully finishing each course. It includes courses from well-known universities such as the University of Pennsylvania and Duke University. However, due to the fact that many of the courses are paid and can be quite expensive as well, teachers should petition their universities to provide subscriptions for the   students, so they can have access to it and benefit from all that it offers. Like any educational platform, Coursera has its pros and cons: Pros of Coursera: 1- Wide Variety of Courses: Coursera offers a wide range of courses for diverse areas of English academics,