Noam Chomsky speculates on some of the mysteries surrounding language and why some will never be solved.

Modern language learning strategies such as in class explanations, drills, and "role playing" exercises can be ineffective for some people. These approaches can come across as stressful. It can becomes difficult to understand the explanation or remember the rules of the language. Here are five language learning skills that may help.

Many languages are endangered. Braille and sign language may be next. Technological advancements have decreased demand for these once revolutionary aids.

A movement by parents and lawmakers to get computer coding classes to count toward foreign language credits in school. Supporters say that it will expose students to coding and will provide them with a valuable skill in the workplace.