Hi uTandem /haɪ ‘juːtandəm/ is a free language exchange mobile app that helps people to connect with other language learners in order to carry out face-to-face language exchange sessions. It also offers learners lists of businesses in the field of language learning or language exchange.
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Educational Approach
Hi uTandem is built around the concept of language exchange, which is a method of language learning based on mutual oral linguistic exchange between partners. Ideally, each partner is a native speaker of the language they are helping their counterpart to learn.
Uses
With Hi uTandem users can:
Team and development
Hi uTandem was released in January, 2016. The initial idea was conceived by Alberto Rodríguez as part of a team of eight Spanish youngsters. Hi uTandem belongs to the company Velvor Tech S.L., founded by the same members and registered in Ronda (Spain).
Impact
Hi uTandem made the Top 4 Apps to Learn Languages list by ElPlural.com and since its launch it has been featured in numerous online and physical sources, like 20 minutos, Europapress, ABC Andalucía or Telefónica's Think Big Blog.