Research Guides: Language Learning: Online Learning

Streaming Videos

Below are links to World Languages collections on Films on Demand, a streaming video platform.

American Sign Language
Videos on American Sign Language.
Chinese
Videos on Chinese language, culture, and history.
French
Videos on French language, culture, history, literature, and drama.
German
Videos on German language, literature, and drama.
Greek
Videos on Greek language.
Hebrew
Videos on Hebrew language.
Italian
Videos on Italian language, culture, and society.
Japanese
Videos on Japamese culture, history, literature, and drama.
Korean
Videos on Korean language.
Portuguese
Videos on Portuguese language.
Spanish
Videos on Spanish language, culture, society, literature, drama, and history.

Free Mobile Apps

See below for a selection of free online resources -- able to be used on your computer or on the go via their mobile app. Some of these resources may include an upgraded, paid option, but they all can be accessed for free.

Check out Top 5 Free Language Learning Apps (article) for reviews.

Babbel
15 languages available. Babbel uses tried and true language learning techniques that are effective and includes the option to download lessons for offline study. While not all content is available in the free version of Babbel, it does include access to 40 lessons.
busuu
"The busuu app and company was named after the Busuu language which is on the verge of extinction, with only 8 native Busuu speakers in the world. In addition to the full courses busuu offers in a dozen languages, busuu also offers the opportunity for users to learn the endangered Busuu language. Busuu offers a free and premium version and of the apps we reviewed, busuu offered the smallest amount of free content. However, the free content it does offer includes interactive exercises and quizzes designed to be fun as well as effective."
CheggPrep Flashcards
This free app allows you to create and share flashcard decks to help you study. Prepared decks are also available in a variety of subjects, including language learning and vocabulary.
Duolingo
Duolingo offers 37 different languages. Each course uses a gamification design and features content developed by native speakers.
Memrise
Over 200 languages available. The free version of the app gives you access to the same number of languages as the Pro version, just with fewer functionalities. Where MemRise truly excels is in its ability to make vocabulary practice fun and engaging.

Websites

Below are some additional, free websites to assist you in your language learning journey.

BBC Language Website
Language learning resources from the BBC.
Digital Dialects
Fun and free language practice games and online learning activities.
Learn a Language
Website offers hundreds of free language-learning lessons, games and activities.
Medical Spanish
Free resources for learning medical Spanish.
Online Dictionary
Free dictionary in a variety of languages.
Pronunciation
Learn how to pronounce words with this free pronunciation dictionary.