Nurturing Language Learning: The Development of the Mother Tongue App

Overview

The Mother Tongue app is an innovative mobile application developed to facilitate children’s learning of the Zimbabwean language. The app offers an engaging andinteractive platform for language acquisition through listening, speaking, and visual aids.

Background

The primary objective of the Mother Tongue app is to create a fun and effective learning environment for children to learn the Zimbabwean language. The app allows parents to manage
multiple child profiles, subscribe to learning plans, and track their children’s progress. The app includes various interactive elements such as games, storybooks, songs, and videos to enhance the learning experience.

Functionalities

• User Profiles: Allows parents to create and manage up to four child profiles.
• Interactive Learning: Features pronunciation practice, interactive games, storybooks, songs, and videos.
• Progress Tracking: Includes badges and progress bars to motivate children and track their learning journey.
• AI-Powered Voice Translation: Utilizes AI/ML algorithms for native voice translation, ensuring accurate pronunciation practice.
• Subscription Plans: Offers multiple subscription options for parents to choose from.

Key Achievements

• User Engagement:Achieved high user engagement through interactive and comprehensive learning methods.
• Effective Learning: Improved language acquisition by combining visual, auditory, and kinesthetic learning styles.
• AI Integration:Successfully integrated AI/ML for native voice translation, enhancing the learning experience.
• Parental Control:Enhanced parental control over children’s learning progress and content access.

Challenges and Recommendations

• Challenge:Ensuring seamless integration of interactive features while maintaining app performance.
• Recommendation:Implementing efficient coding practices and thorough testing during the development phase.
• Challenge:Addressing app store compliance and submission requirements.
• Recommendation: Continuous coordination with the client and adherence to app store guidelines.