blog
5 words and language constructions that even advanced learners often get wrong
Even strong students sometimes have their Russian «glitch.» Fluent speech creates a sense of confidence, but that doesn't mean there are no mistakes...
Online education in the U.S. is gaining more acceptance
Previously, many thought that studying online was easier. But it's not the same «real» studying as in a traditional university. Today...
Russian language morphology as a section of linguistics: what you need to know
This is part of linguistics. It tells us how words are structured and how they change in speech. In Russian...
IQ test for children: why it is needed, how it is conducted and whether to trust the results
How to measure a child's intelligence? Parents often ask themselves this question before school or when facing learning difficulties. Tests can help...
The Crisis of Humanities Departments in U.S. Universities
American universities are facing a serious crisis in the humanities. Departments are closing or merging across the country. Authorities claim that this is not...
Traffic rules for children: how to teach your child to be safe on the road
Every year, thousands of children worldwide are injured or killed in road traffic accidents. But there is also good news: the majority...
Phonetics and phonology of the modern Russian language
The phonetics of the Russian language studies how we pronounce sounds and how they sound. It answers the questions: The phonology of the Russian language looks at…
Americans criticize the education system: 7 in 10 think it's «going the wrong way»
The US education system is moving in the wrong direction. So believe 7 out of 10 US residents. Moreover, people of all ages are dissatisfied...
Studying math for children according to the Peterson method: peculiarity and who is suitable for whom
Many parents notice that their child is bored in math class or doesn't understand the subject. Perhaps Lyudmila Peterson's methodology would be suitable for them...
How the vocabulary of the Russian language has changed over the last 100 years
If a person from the 1920s heard us speaking today, they would be surprised. Many words simply didn't exist back then...