Learn How to Do Chemistry Homework

Learn How to Do Chemistry HomeworkMany people think that learning how to do chemistry homework is a lot of work. It's not. All you need is a little determination and you can learn a few basic things very quickly. If you start off with small projects, you'll soon find yourself using it on larger tasks.The first step is to set up a new project, one that uses your existing skills. By doing this, you can get an idea of what your problem solving skills are and then get started with the big project. This will also give you a chance to try out your solving skills by solving problems in a simple way. Of course, doing chemistry homework is a lot of fun, so it makes sense to keep working on the task until you get it right.You might be wondering why you have to start out with a project in chemistry. In fact, it's a good way to get familiar with the steps involved. Often you won't have all the equipment and materials needed for your project, so you'll want to learn as much as you can about how t hings work before you try to do them.One of the most important things to remember about working with chemistry is to keep things safe. Keep chemicals away from children, pets, and other people. Chemicals that you use can be hazardous, and they could hurt someone if they come into contact with them.Once you've set up your new project, you should look for some samples to do your homework with. There are many different websites online that will let you use some materials for free. They'll also let you use some supplementary materials, which you should think about buying when you see your free materials expire. This will help you make up for any time that you didn't use it.You should also be sure to put your new project into a notebook, even if you don't have anything to write with. This will allow you to look at your notes often to see what you're doing and whether you're making progress. You can also write down any tips that you can get from the projects.Even if you haven't thought ab out doing your own work, you can. There are plenty of books on the subject and there are many resources online. Just like everything else in life, the more you do, the better you get at it.

Back to School Learning Center Sessions

Back to School Learning Center Sessions Back to School Learning Sessions Make a Big Difference! Pencils are being sharpened, books are being distributed, and students are eagerly anticipating the beginning of a new year both at school and at learning centers across the country. Even though the new school year is nearly upon us it's not too late to consider enrolling in back to school learning sessions. Specially trained tutors can help ensure you are ready for the upcoming school year, your confidence gets a healthy boost, and all of the material you've previously mastered can be put to good use next year. If you're considering enrolling in tutoring sessions at one of our Huntington Learning Centers locations ask yourself these important questions:Are you prepared for the upcoming term? You work hard in your school classes and you don't want to waste precious time on poor organization or ineffective study skills. Back to school learning sessions at Huntington Learning Centers will help you discover your studying preferences and can improve your ability to study effectively. Str ong study skills and consistent habits will have an incredible impact on your grades next school year. Simple changes to your study routine can make a big difference.Do you want to reduce summer slide? Research shows that students may lose previously mastered skills during the summer months. The time spent away from school and in a more relaxed atmosphere may impact what you learned last year. Think about everything you knew and were able to do at the end of last school year. Could you still perform at the same level? If you are worried about the skills and learning you may have lost, Huntington Learning Centers can help. The specially trained staff members on location at each learning center are prepared to ensure you return to school as sharp as when you left before summer break. Careful assessment will determine your current performance level and will help your tutor devise a custom learning plan just for you. If summer has been tough on your previously mastered skills your tutor will work with you to review material and prepare for next term.Are you scheduled for a new subject area next term? Perhaps it is your first year taking chemistry or you're anxious about the difference between geometry and the algebra you've already mastered. If you're faced with a subject area you've never taken before it's beneficial to get a head start. Think about back to school learning sessions like the warm up before a big game. The players take time to stretch their muscles and walk through game expectations. Back to school study sessions at Huntington Learning Centers are very similar. We'll help you look forward to your courses and build the foundational skills necessary for success in a new subject area. You'll enter your new class at the beginning of the school year confident in your ability to succeed. Could you use a boost of confidence? Having confidence in your ability to succeed academically is just as important as the skills and knowledge you possess. If you're d oubting whether you are ready for the upcoming term it may be a great idea to enroll in back to school learning sessions to gain the confidence you need. The tutors at Huntington Learning Centers will help assuage any fears you have, assess your current strengths and weaknesses, and develop a personalized learning plan. You'll have the opportunity to reinforce previous learning, master new skills, and gain confidence in your ability to succeed. Waiting to seek help once the work is too hard or you feel completely overwhelmed may be too late. Taking action now will provide the confidence that you're ready for whatever is ahead.

Why Reading is Important 14 Ways Reading Helps Your Life - Private Tutoring

Why Reading is Important 14 Ways Reading Helps Your Life Anna L Dec 3, 2018 Find a Top Rated Reading Tutor Near You! It's Simple and Secure - Get Real Results Fast. Find Expert Private Tutors at Reasonable Rates Today! InPerson or Online Online InPerson Why reading is important is a question most parents have heard from kids or even their partners. You’ve probably heard it a hundred times or more â€" read, it’s good for you! But does anyone actually answer your question of ‘why reading is good for you?’ The good news is that simply by reading this article, you are beginning to understand what reading can do for you. Our goal here is to help you understand why reading is good for your health, what reading can do for you as well as the scientific benefits of it. Reading Benefits: Scientific Benefits of Reading The scientific benefits of reading are becoming more and more known, here are some of the top scientific explanations as to why you should pick up that book! Boost brain power â€" in the same way that going for a run improves your cardiovascular fitness, reading will help enhance your memory and brain function. As we get older, both these functions tend to decline. Regular reading can significantly delay this decline as well as helping to prevent the onset of diseases such as Alzheimer’s. Reading helps your mental sharpness to stick around a little longer, much more so than watching a movie! Reducing stress â€" immersing yourself with a good page-turner can help switch off from the pressures of day-to-day life. Research suggest that even reading a book for a mere six minutes after a stressful day is a great way to relax and recharge the batteries, even more so than listening to music â€" another favorable stress-busting technique. Try reading for a few minutes each day, or on your commute to work (providing your not driving of course!) Improves empathy â€" understanding others will lead to positive and long-lasting relationships. Engaging with literary characters can help the brain make connections that help the reader understand other points of view and help with recognizing emotions. Just like athletes use visualization techniques to improve muscle memory to enhance their sporting performance, reading novels can help brain connectivity. Why Reading is Good for Your Health While many of us understand that reading might have benefits on our mind as well as our memories (and thats critical the older we get), understanding our it might help our overall health is not quite as well known.   Heres just a few reasons to consider reading more: Increases motivation â€" people who read books about people doing things, fact or fiction, are more likely to engage in the activity themselves. This could be drastic and crazy such as climbing mountains or taking on large travel adventures, or simple like taking up a new hobby such as cooking or knitting. Can combat poor mental health â€" improving mental health often goes hand in hand with reducing stress, but reading about others in similar situations is useful too. Biographies are great way to understand that you are not alone in your battle, and the large number of self-help books allows people to access advice and guidance from the comfort of their own home without stigma or embarrassment. Naturally, professional medical advice should also be sought. Independent thinking â€" characters and plots are often portrayed in ways to sway our thinking. Authors usually deliberately make characters likable or loathed, but every so often we come across a book that makes us think outside the typical box. You may like the story, but not the characters, or vice-versa. This highlights our individuality and makes for great conversation when discussing a book with others. Armchair education â€" reading biographies and other factual or historical books will provide an abundance of knowledge. Even reading articles such as this one will teach you something. However, even fictional books based around true events or set in specific historical periods will captivate us even more and we learn without even realizing it! Old School Paper Books vs Modern Day e-Readers E-readers are becoming more and more popular, and don’t get me wrong, they are great! They have the capacity to store large numbers of books on a small device which is great when traveling or commuting. But there is something special about turning the paper pages of a book. The good news is that many e-reader owners still love a printed book, and here are some reasons why this should continue; Sleep better â€" including reading as part of a bedtime routine can help signal to your body that the time for sleep is near. However, using an e-reader can actually wake the brain up courtesy of the backlit screen. Reading a printed book by a lamp is a much better way to slow the body down and prepare for a good night’s rest. Plus it aids in all the other ways that we’re covering here. Improves memory function â€" turning pages will actually help you remember what you have read more so than ‘clicking’ to the next page. Many people may find this is the reason they print important documents rather than reading them off a computer screen. Books also allow for easier flicking back and forth to help remember important events or characters. How Does Reading Make You Smarter? Reading is beneficial at any age, but like most things, the earlier you start the better. Not only does it help form positive habits, but it may also make you smarter â€" something that will help significantly with your education. Some of the benefits of reading for students and young people include; Reading can help children develop a longer attention span, and when it comes to schooling this one has obvious benefits. Because stories have a structure that includes and beginning, middle and end, children are captivated for a fairly lengthy amount of time. Exposure to vocabulary â€" reading exposes students to around 50% more words than television or even conversation. As children, and adults for that matter, read they come across new words regularly. These new words then tend to be used in conversation and writing. Using a larger array of words will make you not only sound more intelligent, but you will generally be more intelligent. In the case of students, those that have a larger vocabulary are more likely to gain attention from their teachers which can improve confidence and promote further learning. Improved reading comprehension, spelling, grammar is seen in those children who read for fun. Creating a love and habit for reading at an early age has a profoundly positive impact on education. Exposure through story time, following parental leads and positive encouragement, are all ways to promote reading. Developing the imagination and creativity. Children who read do not necessarily go on to be writers, journalists or editors. The creative part of the brain is wide.y used when students read â€" they imagine themselves in the story line. Creativity is the key to success in many careers, and so much of it can be gained from reading! Reading provides entertainment you can take anywhere! Books, especially those developed for children are often small and portable. E-readers are even more compact and can store thousands of stories. Whether a child is camping, waiting for the bus, eating a snack or preparing for bed â€" reading can be done virtually anywhere, any time! No more “I’m bored” statements! Find a Reading Tutor Near You! Hopefully you’ve got a few ideas of why reading is important and what reading can do for you at this point?   If so, then the goal of our post was successful!   And if you need help with reading this year or if you are prepping for the SAT Reading test and want to improve your skills for life as well as a big test, then we can help with that!     Whatever the case, the next time you get a few minutes, find yourself a good book on any topic and get started reading! We can help you find the best private tutor near you! It’s simple and secure â€" Get real results fast. Your first hour with any tutor is protected by our Good Fit Guarantee: You don't pay for tutoring unless you find a good fit. Choose Your Subject â€" Add Your Zip Code â€" Find Top Rated Tutors Starting Today! InPerson or Online Online InPerson

SWE and PepsiCo Kick Off Student Challenge

SWE and PepsiCo Kick Off Student Challenge Image via: The Society of Women Engineers website From now until July 17, 2017, college undergraduate students are welcome to form teams to participate, with no greater than four members. The team(s) are encouraged to compete in the PepsiCo/SWE Student Engineering Challenge by proposing a solution or response to one of these real-life issues: Water: Consider how water is used at different points along the life cycle of PepsiCo products and propose how we can lessen our net environmental, water extraction or overall usage. Packaging: Present a sustainable packaging solution applicable to a food or beverage product. Equipment: Design what the next core category of PepsiCo beverage equipment will look like to accompany our current offering of coolers, fountains, and vending machines. Image via: The Society of Women Engineers website Out of all the submissions responding to these three prompts, three teams will be chosen as finalists and they will be invited to present their findings and solutions to a panel of judges, comprised of PepsiCo RD leaders. The winners of the contest will be officially announced at WE17 during Society of Women Engineers’ “Celebrate SWE!” event. This is one of the largest professional development and networking conferences for women pursuing careers in engineering and technology. Over 11,000 women engineers are expected to attend this event. Winners of this competition will also earn cash prizes, along with the chance to present their submissions in front of the panel of judges. Thanks to The Society of Women Engineers and PepsiCo, thousands of women will have the chance to make strides toward creating a better tomorrow today, while also making advances toward the careers of their dreams. To learn more about the PepsiCo/SWE Student Engineering Challenge, (rules, deadlines, criteria, etc.), find everything you need to know here.

Teaching English to Young Learners in Japan

Teaching English to Young Learners in Japan Ah, Japan. From carving up fresh-fallen powder in Honshu to dining on mind-blowing Nigiri, Sashimi, and Maki (I mean, it’s a sushi lover’s Mecca), Japan is a country rich in incredibly beautiful cultural anomalies and unique opportunities. Perhaps, what’s most exciting to the Teach Away team are the opportunities to teach English abroad in Japan to a most curious audience; the young learners. With a population of 126.9 million living in a geographic footprint 26 times smaller than the Canadian continent, the island of Japan is comprised primarily of native Japanese people. This has kept so much of its beautiful culture intact but has had the drawback of leaving it largely unfamiliar with the English language. Approximately 72% of Japanese people ages 20 to 49 suggest they cannot speak English or cannot speak it proficiently. It is, therefore, a country ripe with opportunity for certified ESL teachers looking to teach English in a spectacular setting where the population has a huge appetite for learning English, especially from a very young age. Learning English in Japan starts (very!) young Due to continued expansion and widespread adoption of English as a “global” language, it has become pretty common for non-English speaking countries to invest in teaching English (yay for Teach Away!) as a language within the core school curriculum. In Japan, foreign residents (i.e. non-Japanese people) make up only approximately 3.8% of the population, with more than half of those being from non-English speaking countries (such as Vietnam and China). So you can imagine that hearing any spoken English can be pretty rare! As a result, ensuring Japanese youth are learning English has become a key area of focus for the country, with children being introduced to ESL as early as nine months of age! These “Young Learners” present a unique and exciting opportunity for certified ESL teachers. The delight of seeing an infant clapping after using the right word would bring joy to the hearts of most people. Now imagine that as a part of your day-to-day job? So awesome! What’s great about teaching young learners in Japan? To start with, younger students learn incredibly fast, making it a really rewarding experience as a teacher to watch their progress. Not to mention, the enthusiasm for English from younger learners can be infectious. And the learning experience is super fun too, with teachers enjoying the crafts, games, and other activities just as much as their students. As well, Japan’s education system is changing in response to the ever-expanding global workplace and the technological advancements that continue to break down physical barriers. This means there are more opportunities than ever for certified English-speaking teachers who are keen to explore this great country while using their skills and talents. Teaching others (particularly little humans!) how to master a new language, especially one as challenging and highly nuanced as English, is an impressive strength. And it is now one that is deeply appreciated in Japan, where the government and education system understand that English plays a larger role in international collaboration. Of course, really excellent communication skills are a must when teaching English and especially to very young children. As a result, native English speaking teachers are in high-demand in Japan. Employing teachers from countries such as the U.S. and Canada gives kids exposure to a new language, but also to new ideas and perspectives. It’s a window into the world beyond the only world they know, at an age where their curiosity is at an all-time high. Teaching English to young learners in Japan is about more than just learning the language. For Japanese parents, it is about exposing their children to a global mindset, something that people all over the world can relate to and appreciate. What you will find as an English teacher to young learners is that most parents of these young learners are enthusiastic, supportive, and appreciative for the chance to engage their youngsters in English. This openness makes for a very active parent participant, supporting deeper learning and engagement in both the school and home spaces. What you need to know about teaching young learners in Japan? There are, of course (as in life!), many options when it comes to teaching young learners in Japan. There are traditional methods and schools, and there are alternatives. For example, there are a number of schools and programs that address young learners as one of many audiences, including teaching programs for adults and kids of all ages. There are also those that are entirely focused on teaching English to young learners and tend to have a more youth-centric focus (read: they’re pretty fun!). Not all programs are made the same One of these youth-focused organizations is Benesse BE studio Inc., which offers exciting English learning programs for children. BE studio currently operates over 1,700 schools across Japan, with over 2,000 teachers focusing on supporting young learners with their English skills. Teach Away had the chance to chat with Alex Barnes, Training and Quality Supervisor at BE studio. The North Carolina native has been teaching and working in Japan for many years, and with BE studio since Spring of 2018. He notes that when it comes to teaching for an organization like BE studio, “Teachers might have a lot of students but schools tend to be small, so a typical work environment is more personal and friendly than many large private conversation schools or public schools. We also have regular workshops to improve teaching skills, and because new and experienced teachers come to share ideas, it’s a very supportive environment.” Programs that focus on young learners also benefit from having more tailored programs and greater parent engagement, which leads to an active and collaborative learning environment. Invested parents create engaged kids! As any parent knows, the difference between how a two-year-old learns and a five-year-old learns is as vast as the geography that separates Canada and Japan. In certain settings and with certain young age groups, it can be challenging to manage expectations of excited parents ready to see their children thriving in a school environment. This is mostly because it can be very hard to show progress at such a young age. For example, a three-year-old flipping through an English book and identifying certain small things can seem irrelevant. However, if provided with enthusiastic praise, these young people can deepen their connections between what they learn verbally and what they see visually. BE studio encourages the use of praise and enthusiasm to ensure their lessons are less about tests and rewards, and more about fun and encouragement. Teachers create a classroom environment where students don’t have to worry about making mistakes and can just be themselves. Every child has a dream, and English can help them achieve that dream. At BE studio, teachers find opportunities to teach children English in a way that relates to their interests and also supports them on their journey toward their dreams. This really helps parents get excited and invested in supporting their kids in a natural way at home as well as at school. And of course, the more you practice, the better you get! It might be the most rewarding thing you ever do Teaching little kids is obviously not without its challenges. However, as Mr. Barnes suggests, “When you see the ‘oh, now I get it’ look on a student’s face, or a parent tells you their child had a conversation with foreign tourists last weekend, or a student is finally able to give an English speech in front of the class by themselves, it makes it all worth it.” Alex Barnes shares a story about his early days teaching with BE studio: “I once taught a boy who started lessons at two years old. At first, he didn’t speak much and only participated in activities when encouraged by his mother. However, we continued to make sure he had lots of English input, focusing on building his listening recognition skills until he became comfortable speaking. One day, he suddenly started singing half of the lyrics to the song we had been practicing the last few weeks. It was a huge relief for his parents, and he soon became the most talkative student in the class.” There is truly no greater service than that of a teacher and the reward of shaping young people’s futures. Sign up to Teach Away today for access to the latest teaching jobs around the world. Wondering how to get started? If you think this all sounds incredible and you’re wondering where to sign up, take a minute and give some thought to the following tips and hints to make sure that teaching English to young learners in Japan is, indeed, right up your alley. Tip 1: Ask yourself if teaching little kids is right for you Many students hesitate to speak English, usually due to a fear of making mistakes or having a negative “study” image of English as a school subject. Our friends at BE studio suggest that you offer encouragement to your students and focus on having both an educational and fun approach to your lessons. When asked about the best teachers at his organization, Mr. Barnes said: “Since BE studio is focused on teaching children, especially younger learners, the training and school atmosphere is very fun. Games, songs, and crafts are a big part of lessons, so teachers that enjoy these types of activities and enjoy teaching young children are the kind of people who work here.” He noted that bringing energy and having the ability to turn on a “fun switch” is pretty critical to success. Mr. Barnes also suggested that “while there is always a ‘lesson partner’ in the room for all preschool ages to help, [the teacher] is in charge of the class, so keeping the kids engaged is always necessary. It’s also important to remember that there are different kinds of energy and teaching styles needed for different age groups. Teaching six-year-olds can be drastically different from teaching three-year-olds. It’s a good idea to pay attention to the classroom environment and how it differs with each age group, in order to develop a sense of how to adjust teaching styles to different class levels.” Tip 2: Learn everything there is to know about teaching in Japan There is so much information out there on what you need to know that how prepared you are is entirely up to you. So do your research! First, make sure you have the necessary requirements to teach English in Japan. Next, find a few guides to teaching English in Japan and read them end to end. In fact, some of our very own Teach Away-ers have shared their favorite tips for teaching English in Japan. It’s also a great idea to really read up on Japanese culture and some unique experiences teaching ESL in Japan so that you can minimize culture shock and maximize excitement. Tip 3: Ensure you’re TEFL or TESOL certified There are a few things to know about getting TEFL, TESL, or TESOL certified. Fear not! We have covered most aspects and answered most questions on the Teach Away blog in the past few years. Teach Away also offers two TEFL programs with a couple of pretty notable Universities (oh hey! U of T OISE and I House Berkeley U!). Because we offer these programs, we know a thing or two about TEFL and have shared a bunch of it through our TEFL Certification Guide. Ultimately, how you get certified is entirely up to you, of course. But do make sure you do your homework so you have the right number of hours, certificates, and education before submitting an application to teach abroad to young learners in Japan. Tip 4: Find your dream job! There are so many outlets and agencies offering teaching abroad opportunities, but not as many that include opportunities to teach young learners in Japan. Teach Away’s job board is a great place to start! In particular, BE studio has recently posted an exciting job opportunity. As long as you are well versed in what is required, and have done your homework so you know what to expect, finding your dream job should be easy as making Maki (disclaimer: Making Maki is actually NOT easy. But eating it is delicious!). Tip 5: Get ready for the adventure of a lifetime Japan is a country where adventure abounds. And as anyone who has worked with young people before can tell you, every day is a new adventure and every moment is a new opportunity to learn, grow, and smile. We suggest making a list of the activities you’re most excited to learn more about because there is a lot to do and you’re going to want to pace yourself! From incredible food to wonderful festivals, such as Setsubun, Japan has much to explore and discover. Overall, we cannot imagine a more rewarding experience or a beautiful setting to put your English language skills to use. So the only question we have left is this: what are you waiting for?

Spare the Rod and Spoil the Child - ALOHA Mind Math

Spare the Rod and Spoil the Child So, you are at supermarket billing counter with bags to carry and a child in tow, and the little one cranks up a ruckus for another bar of chocolate. You reason with the little one but your child wants to have none of it. He is stomping his feet and screaming. He’s throwing a tantrum! You are an embarrassed parent, trying to deal with the situation at hand. Sounds familiar? Welcome to the world of parenting with young children. These tiny ones are individuals with a mind of their own. Disciplining them and teaching them right from wrong at an early age goes a long way. Here are tips to deal with your child’s tantrums: Gently explain to your child why they should not make a fuss. Reason with them and get them to understand what happens if they do something, or don’t do something. Older children are mature enough to understand the situation if spoken to gently. Be firm and authoritative. Do not shout or get aggressive with your child. They are prone to rebel and do exactly the opposite of what they are supposed to do. Instead, be firm and authoritative. They should know they cannot take their parents for granted. Do not go back on your word. Once you are firm and state something, do not go back on your word. For example, if you tell your child that he cannot have the bar of chocolate, but later give in because he is crying, your child will know that they can get what they want if they fuss a little bit more. Keep things light, and make it look like a game you’re playing with the child. For example, if your child refuses to wear the seat belt, tell him that it’s a game, and the person who keeps the seat belt on till they reach the destination wins. In some cases, when all the above tactics fail, then parents can resort to the reward method. Tell your fussy child that if she eats her dinner, she gets to watch her favorite cartoon, or get some dessert. This approach should be used sparingly and not be made a habit. Disciplining is tough but essential. The method and approach varies considering different styles of parenting. Ensure a balanced disciplining method as a part of the child’s growing up years, and watch how they will turn out into bright and shiny youngsters!

Good News, Sleepyhead! You Might Be Able to Learn a Language While You Sleep!

Good News, Sleepyhead! You Might Be Able to Learn a Language While You Sleep! Good News, Sleepyhead! You Might Be Able to Learn a Language While You Sleep! Sleep.Its a time to relax.Its a time to recharge.Its a time to dream about showing up in your high school math class wearing nothing but an octopus and a smile.But can it also be a time to learn a language?Well, the brain is a weird thing, and a lot of mystery still surrounds both sleep and the learning process. In spite of hundreds of years of study, there are still a lot of questions left unanswered.If youre looking to  learn a new language fast or make your brain learn faster, chances are youve fantasized about learning in your sleep. On the surface, it seems like an easy way to learn a  language more efficientlyâ€"if it actually works, that is.The premise of sleep learning relies heavily on audio resources like audio programs for language learning  and  audio language courses. After all, youre certainly unlikely to read or write in your sleep, and if you practice speaking a foreign language while youre sleeping, youll probably just wake up and annoy everyone else in the house. So listening it is.But the question remains: can you really learn a language in your sleep? Well examine that question in more depth, consider the benefits of attempting sleep learning and share some sleep learning resources. Good News, Sleepyhead! You Might Be Able to Learn a Language While You Sleep!The Controversy Surrounding Sleep LearningThe idea of sleep learning, also called hypnopedia, first became popular in the early 20th century and really took off with Soviet studies of the field in the 1960s.In fact, a  1965 study  suggested that it could be possible to learn during sleep and noted that language learning could be one possible application.Nowadays, however, the idea of sleep learning is much more contested. Sleep learning is frequently considered a pseudoscience since theres insufficient evidence to support that it works. While sleep is clearly linked to learning, learning in your sleep may or may not be possible.A study published in Nature  clarifies that sleep is impor tant for memory consolidation and is therefore useful for language learning. A study from the International Journal of Psychophysiology  also indicates a correlation between efficient language learning and quality sleep. Needless to say, if youre learning a language or doing anything else thats mentally taxing, you need your sleep.Perhaps the best recent evidence that you might be able to improve your language skills by listening in your sleep comes from a Swiss study  in which students were asked to listen to new vocabulary words in a foreign language. Half the group then went to sleep while the words were played back. The other half stayed awake and listened to the words. The group that slept remembered more of the vocabulary words. Its difficult to say if these results are indicative of actual sleep learning, the ability of sleep to solidify recent learning or just the detrimental effects of sleep deprivation, but it certainly is an interesting study to take into consideration.In summation, the verdict is still out on whether sleep learning is possible. But regardless of the existing research, its still worth a try for a few key reasons.Why Try Learning a Language While You Sleep?One of the best reasons to try learning a language while you sleep is that you wont be wasting time. Even if you learn nothing, you would have been sleeping regardless, so you wont have wasted any valuable time that you could have used for something else.Additionally, sleep learning might improve vocabulary retention. While the science isnt there to support this yet, some studies do hint at the possibility. Any little leg up helps! This is all the more reason to use sleep learning as a supplement to a language learning resource like FluentU. FluentU takes real-world videosâ€"like music videos, news, vlogs and moreâ€"and turns them into personalized language learning lessons that can make for relaxing, pre-bedtime vocabulary enhancers.Finally, exposure to your target language is ben eficial. Even if you dont learn anything in your sleep, you might wake up for a few minutes during the night and make the most of those moments by learning more vocabulary or improving your pronunciation.4 Resources to Learn a Language While You Sleep1. Eko LanguagesEko Languages is a YouTube channel that focuses primarily on helping people learn world languages. Videos include general lessons like vocabulary lists and pronunciation guides, but there are also a number of sleep learning videos.Each video uses a tranquil tone that will help ease you into slumber. Then, a word is spoken in English and repeated three times in the target language. If you happen to be staring at your screen, youll also see the word appear in both English and your target language. Videos focus primarily on common words and phrases.Language lessons available for aspiring sleep learners cover Chinese,  French,  German, Hindi, Italian,  Russian  and  Spanish.There are also sleep learning videos to teach Engli sh to native speakers of a variety of languages.Additionally, there are sleep learning videos to help Spanish speakers learn  German, Italian,  Russian  and more.Finally, while theyre not marketed as sleep learning, their videos that contain a lot of vocabulary may also work well for sleep learning since the main focus is listening.2. Sleep LearningSleep Learning is a YouTube channel dedicated to (you guessed it) sleep learning.There are general education topics to help you learn things like the periodic table  and world capitals, but lets face facts: the language learning videos are the real highlight.And there are plenty of language learning options! There are multi-video playlists to help you learn English, French, Japanese and Spanish. There are also single videos for German, Italian, Korean and Portuguese.In each language video, a phrase is spoken in English and then repeated three times in the target language. Meanwhile, the video shows a scenic picture of a place where the ta rget language is spoken.3. Sleep LearningThis name might seem familiar. Theres a good reason for that: its the exact same name as the previous resource on this list. However, its an entirely different resource offering entirely different options.This Sleep Learning offers purchasable sleep learning CDs and MP3 downloads. It makes the ambitious claim that it can help you learn a new language in 30 days. To do this, the programs aim to teach you foreign language sounds and words until you can put them together into sentences. The goal of each program is to teach you the 850 most common words in your target language, equipping you with the most essential vocabulary.It also offers programs to teach English speakers over 50 languages, including common ones like Arabic, Chinese, French, German, Japanese, Spanish and more. However, sleep learning programs are also available for less common languages like Basque, Galician, Hmong, Khmer, Macedonian, Marathi, Yiddish and more.Sleep Learning a lso offers English language learning programs for speakers of over 50 languages.4. SleepyLanguagesSleepyLanguages offers apps that aim to help you memorize vocabulary in your sleep.Unlike many programs, SleepyLanguages doesnt focus on just playing words while you sleep. Instead, it encourages you to study vocabulary with the app for just three minutes a day. Then, the words you studied are played back to you during the night to reinforce the material. Since the program does include some study, your language skills are likely to improve whether or not the sleep learning aspect helps you, so this is a good option for skeptical learners interested in dabbling in sleep learning without making the full leap.Daily lessons and exams will also help keep you moving forward in your language learning journey.SleepyLanguages offers 11 language options including Arabic, Chinese, English, French, German, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Portuguese, Russian and Spanish.Whether or not sleep learning actu ally works, it couldnt hurt to give it a try. Maybe youll at least have cool foreign language dreamsâ€"as long as there are no octopuses involved! And One More ThingLooking for other relaxing ways to learn languages? Then youll love learning with FluentU!FluentU makes it possible to learn languages  from music videos, commercials, news and inspiring talks.With FluentU, you learn real languagesâ€"the same way that natives  speak them. FluentU has a wide variety of videos, like movie trailers, funny commercials and web series, as you can see here:FluentU App Browse ScreenFluentU has interactive captions that let you tap on any word to see an image, definition, audio and useful examples. Now native language content is within reach with interactive transcripts.Didnt catch something? Go back and listen again. Missed a word? Hover your mouse over the subtitles to instantly view definitions.FluentU Videos with Interactive CaptionsUnder the Vocab and Dialogue tabs, youll find words and ph rases from the video and a complete interactive transcript.Interactive Transcripts on FluentUYou can learn all the vocabulary in any video with FluentUs Quiz Mode. Swipe left or right to see  more examples for the word you’re learning.FluentU Has Quizzes for Every VideoAnd FluentU always keeps track of vocabulary that you’re learning. It uses that vocab to give you a 100% personalized experience by recommending videos and examples.Start using FluentU on the website  with your computer or tablet  or, better yet,  download the FluentU app from  the  iTunes  or  Google Play  store.