# Digitized Dialect Learning new languages takes a high-tech turn with digital aids for children. By [Tana Makmanee](https://www.trendhunter.com/tmak), SVP, Research Services at Trend Hunter | Published Jan 30, 2017 | Category: [Life-Stages](https://www.trendhunter.com/pro/category/life-stages) Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/digitized-dialect ## Key Figures - Trend score: 2.5/10 - Evidence articles: 4 ## What is the Digitized Dialect trend? **Digitized Dialect:** As a growing emphasis is placed upon education, digital tools for aiding things like speech development are emerging for a more streamlined approach to learning. No longer requiring a one-on-one session with a teacher, learning different languages and dialects has become something that can be done independently through the use of technology. From educational robots to language helping apps, these examples not only speak to the growing use of technology within education, but it also showcases the need for tools that help foster more advanced academic learning, especially at a younger age. ## At a Glance - Evidence: 4 featured examples - Articles from: Jun 3, 2015 to Sep 29, 2016 - Published: Jan 30, 2017 - Patterns: [Convergence](https://www.trendhunter.com/pattern/convergence), [Acceleration](https://www.trendhunter.com/pattern/acceleration) - Megatrends: [Instant Entrepreneurship](https://www.trendhunter.com/megatrend/instant-entrepreneurship), [Gamification](https://www.trendhunter.com/megatrend/gamification), [Personalization](https://www.trendhunter.com/megatrend/personalization) ## Audience - Gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Alpha, Gen Z - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Themes within the Digitized Dialect trend ### EdTech The growing use of technology within education is resulting in the development of digital tools for aiding speech development and language acquisition ### Language Learning Apps Mobile apps are emerging as a popular and accessible way to learn languages and dialects independently using features like audio from native speakers ### Robotic Language Instruction The development of language-teaching robots is aiming to fill gaps in one-on-one instruction, providing children with the benefits of personalized language education ## What the Digitized Dialect trend means for industry ### For Education Digital tools for aiding speech development and language acquisition are disrupting the way children learn languages, creating new products for educators to enhance language education ### For Language Learning The use of mobile apps and augmented reality toys is disrupting the traditional language learning market by making language education more accessible and fun for young learners ### For Robotics The development of language-teaching robots is opening up new opportunities for the technology, new applications of robotics have disruptive implications on the way language education is delivered ## Workshop question Where does the future of digital integration take your consumers? ## Trend signals for Digitized Dialect Trend score 2.5 out of 10, from popularity 39%, activity 30%, freshness 8%. - Popularity: 39% - Activity: 30% - Freshness: 8% ## Examples of the Digitized Dialect trend 4 featured examples from Jun 3, 2015 to Sep 29, 2016. - [Lightweight Language Apps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/duolingo): The Duolingo App Helps Hindi-Speaking Indians Learn English (Category: Tech) Implication: Duolingo's app development in India highlights the potential for growth and innovation in the language learning industry. - [Children's Language Games](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ligumi-play): Ligumi Play Teaches Children Languages with Augmented Reality Toys (Category: Life-Stages) Implication: Ligumi Play provides a new and effective approach to language learning for children, offering opportunities for disruption in the education industry. - [Language-Teaching Robots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/l2tor): The 'L2TOR' Robot is Designed to Help Students Learn Languages Faster (Category: Tech) Implication: The education industry can leverage 'L2TOR' technology to enhance language learning experiences and overcome budget limitations through personalized robotic instruction. - [Multilingual Teaching Toys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/multilingual-teaching): 'DipDip' is a Plush Panda Capable of Teaching Nine Different Languages (Category: Tech) Implication: Opportunity for educational toy companies to develop interactive teaching toys that make language learning fun and engaging for children. ## Recent trend clusters - [Constructible Franchises](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/constructible-franchises) (Life-Stages) - [Assisted Choices](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/weight-loss-medication-support) (Lifestyle) - [Storyline Sips](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/themed-drink-menus) (Lifestyle) - [Bedtime Cocoon](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/sleep-sensory-blocking) (Lifestyle) ## Trending in Life-Stages - [Retro Graphic Tees](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nostalgic-graphic-tees) - [Screen-Free Kids Phones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/screen-free-kids-phones) - [Edible Oil-Based Lubes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/coco-lube) - [Women's Health-Focused Probiotic Supplements](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/womens-health-probiotic-capsules) All articles: [Life-Stages](https://www.trendhunter.com/life-stages)