Five years ago, learning a new language online was largely a personal aspiration. In 2026, it has quietly become a career filter. From U.S. companies hiring remote global talent to U.K. enterprises ...

Xijia Zhang is affiliated with the University of Alberta. Kimberly Noels works for the University of Alberta. She receives funding from the Social Sciences and Humanities Research Council of Canada.

There’s a good chance learning a new language is one of your New Year’s resolutions, unless you’re hoping Google Translate will be enough for your next international adventure. Either way, you’ll need ...

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We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. Learning a language is a long-term goal and a pretty intense hobby, but on the upside, there are almost countless ways to engage with your ...