Transparent Language Online for Libraries

Online Language-Learning Subscription Service, Accessible to Patrons via Web-Browser

Language Learning Designed with Libraries in Mind

Research-based and experience-driven, Transparent Language Online is an online language-learning program for libraries and their patrons that provides an effective, fun, and engaging environment for language learners of all proficiencies.

What is Transparent Language Online?

More than a new version of Byki Online, Transparent Language Online is a complete language-learning system.

Program Features & Available Languages

Transparent Language Online allows library patrons to follow a simple, linear, learning progression, or jump right in and explore the many exciting language and culture resources. With 80+ languages to choose from, there is something for every language learner.

Those familiar with Byki™ Online can rest assured; Transparent Language Online contains the entire collection of Byki material and much more. The NEW Essentials courses provide a fully guided learning experience that is sure to get every learner off on the right foot. When combined with the new video-based grammar mini-lessons, the rich social media resources, and advanced learning technology (including iPhone® and Android® mobile applications), the NEW Transparent Language Online delivers more than any other language-learning system.

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The Transparent Language Online language-learning program contains:*

Essentials Courses – 33 lessons for each language, covering a wide variety of topics and situations ranging from easier to more difficult
Byki Quick Start – 10 vocabulary lists that teach common, useful words and phrases for patrons with limited learning time
Byki Vocabulary – a full library of supplemental vocabulary lists
Language Reference – resources to extend learning by allowing patrons to explore higher-level language and culture elements
Language and Culture Blogs – written by a team of native speakers, educators, and language learners, these resources are designed to add variety and depth to patrons' language learning
Word of the Day – makes language learning part of patrons' daily routines
Online Social Communities – patrons can interact with over 3 million fans, followers, and friends in Transparent Language's Facebook, Twitter, and YouTube communities, all working together to learn a foreign language
Pronunciation & Conversation Practice – patrons record, playback, and compare their speech to that of real native speakers
SlowSound technology – slow down speech to hear every nuance
Interactive Games & Learning Material – including Four-Square, Game Show, Unscramble, and more
Byki Mobile for Apple & Android Devices – a mobile app available as a free download, allowing for language learning on-the-go
Proficiency Tests and much more!

Best of all for libraries, Transparent Language Online...

Delivers all language-learning materials online with no additional media such as CDs, flash drives, or DVDs.
Is compatible with common web-browsers and operating systems.
Allows unlimited access during the entire subscription period.
Reports real-time, continuously-updating usage reports to measure ROI.
Provides an administrative portal that is accessible 24 hours a day, 7 days a week by library administrators.