There are some rather interesting developments in the world of languages and technology. In the past, many technical systems, online platforms, and programs were unavailable in less spoken and less translated languages, effectively preventing millions or even billions of people […]
During the month of June, the United States celebrates Immigrant Heritage Month. This is to honor and celebrate immigrants’ experiences and contributions throughout our country’s history. We are a Nation of immigrants—immigrants who came to this country to seek refuge […]
Before AATIA President Robin Bonthrone introduced the first speaker of the March meeting, he looked back to a time before the pandemic severely limited the Association’s meeting options and activities and life in general. He mentioned the missed AATIA party […]
“My Mother Tongue” is a brief account of the origins and evolution of the English language. Written by Tony Beckwith, this essay appeared in April 2011 in the ATA Chronicle, among other publications. “We all have a mother tongue,” says […]