Bay City Library adds new language learning resource

   Bay City Public Library announced the availability of “Transparent Language Online for Libraries” last week.
   The computer program is a complete language-learning system with courses and lessons designed to build listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills.
   “We are excited to add a new resource for language learning for our patrons,” said Bay City Public Library Director Samantha Denbow, in a press release.
   “There are new languages, including American Sign Language, available for patrons. 
“There is even a program for children ages 6 and up to be introduced to English, Spanish, German, French, Italian, and Mandarin Chinese.”
   Transparent Language Online allows learners to explore a new language in the comfort of their own home, at the library, or on the go.  
   Through www.baycitytxlib.org, the Bay City community and surrounding areas will have unlimited access to more than 110 languages, including English for speakers of over 30 languages.
   Transparent Language Online for Libraries is packed with pronunciation practice, speech analysis, grammar, writing activities, and vocabulary-building activities.
   This extensive language-learning program works on virtually any computer or mobile device through a web browser or mobile app.
   For more information on this or other library resources visit the library website, Facebook page, or contact your branch library - Bay City at 979-245-6931 or library@cityofbaycity.org, or Sargent 979-476-1335 or sargentbranchlibrary@cityofbaycity.org.