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Google – Google+ - You may be familiar with using Google to find definitions,…

Google – Google+ - You may be familiar with using Google to find definitions,… | Eclectic Technology | Scoop.it
You may be familiar with using Google to find definitions, like [define fortuitous]. We've recently updated this feature on google.com on desktop and…
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Google has made a major change in their dictionary tool. As well as getting a definition of the word you will find sample sentences, a list of synonyms (and sometimes an antonym or two), a look at the origin of the word, the ability to translate the word into over 60 languages, and more. Students may also click on the synonyms and antonyms and be taken to a new page that defines that word.

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The Innovative Educator: Pronunciator lets you learn a foreign language without costly programs or software

The Innovative Educator: Pronunciator lets you learn a foreign language without costly programs or software | Eclectic Technology | Scoop.it

"Pronunciator (http://www.pronunciator.com) is a free and comprehensive self-paced language-learning program offering 3 million self-guided lessons across 60 languages. Each lesson is accompanied by a native speaker, a culture-neutral pictogram, and a translation in your selected language."

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Duolingo Opens To The Public After 125,000 Users Translated 75 Million Sentences During Beta

Duolingo Opens To The Public After 125,000 Users Translated 75 Million Sentences During Beta | Eclectic Technology | Scoop.it

Do you want to learn a new language? If so, Duolingo may be the right tool for you. 

“Duolingo leverages the brain power of millions of people who are currently learning a new language to help translate the web...”

You get shown text in the language you are learning, and you translate it, with hints provided. To see this in action check out the video, Duolingo Intro, embedded in this article.

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