Senior Lingua
Our video calls are designed to be as simple as possible
as simple as possible, but questions or problems can always arise.
In this section you will find explanations and videos of how our calls are, what to do and how to solve the main doubts you may have. But like everything in life, it can be improved, so do not hesitate to send us your questions to improve our platform and this section.
as simple as possible, but questions or problems can always arise.
In this section you will find explanations and videos of how our calls are, what to do and how to solve the main doubts you may have. But like everything in life, it can be improved, so do not hesitate to send us your questions to improve our platform and this section.
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Videocall with Senior Lingua
Example of videocall with Senior Lingua
walkthrough Senior Lingua
Video walkthrough of Senior Lingua's different options
How to register in Senior Lingua
Video of the registration process in Senior Lingua
What is Senior Lingua? ¿What we do? F.A.Q.
Senior Lingua is a service that allows language learners over the age of 18, to practise a foreign language with senior native speakers. Our application works in a very simple way: you enter the application and press the "Start call" button, you enter a waiting room where you can see the topic of the week and the questions you can ask when you are paired up with the other speaker and soon a video call of limited duration begins in which you can talk about the suggested topic or about whatever you want.
They are free dialogues in which we propose a series of questions on a topic that changes each week so that both participants can enjoy it . As in any conversation, students can move away from the suggested questions and talk about other topics, if both agree.
Students should start by introducing themselves and asking one or two short icebreaker questions such as: Where are you from? What is your city like? What is the weather like in it? o What are your hobbies? Then move on the topic questions.
If the student is unable or uncomfortable starting the conversation, the senior can take the initiative.
Don't forget the magic questions of a nice conversation: And you? And what about you? Because we want conversations, we don't want monologues or police interrogations.
Conversations last 15 minutes, with an option to prolong the conversation if both people agree.
Students should start by introducing themselves and asking one or two short icebreaker questions such as: Where are you from? What is your city like? What is the weather like in it? o What are your hobbies? Then move on the topic questions.
If the student is unable or uncomfortable starting the conversation, the senior can take the initiative.
Don't forget the magic questions of a nice conversation: And you? And what about you? Because we want conversations, we don't want monologues or police interrogations.
Conversations last 15 minutes, with an option to prolong the conversation if both people agree.
No, students cannot change talker. This is because we feel that one of the best aspects of the project is the exchange of ideas and cultures. We want people to know that they can express their ideas, because we want to give people time to get used to the different ways of speaking (of both participants) and because we want both people to be able to plan their day. However, if you find a conversation interesting, you can extend it for another 15 minutes.
We don't want users to end calls prematurely, so they won't be able to start another call for 30 minutes after the call ended abruptly before the set time. If this happens often, the person who ended the call will receive a negative review and a warning.
Of course, At first there may not be many users on the application, so it is advisable to start the call doing other things while waiting and once there is another user to take the call. Keep in mind that if you leave the application you will only receive a notification that there are people available, not a call, so some users are using an old mobile phone while they are at home to keep it in the waiting room, waiting for users.
And the basic tips for any video call conversation with a person we don't know:
And the basic tips for any video call conversation with a person we don't know:
- Do not give out personal details such as identity numbers, accounts, exact address, etc.
- Look for a quiet place with good coverage to talk.
- Be polite, respectful and smile. Relax and enjoy the conversation.
- Start by greeting each other and introducing yourself, briefly. For example: Hello, my name is Alejo, I'm from A Coruña and I'm a teacher, what about you?
- Ideally, the student should lead the conversation and ask, but if the student has problems speaking, the older person can lead the conversation.
- Participate and let participate, for this you can use the highly successful and tested formula and after each answer add: and you?
- There is a timer for how long until the call is over, leave a minute or a few seconds at the end to say goodbye.
Due to the design of Senior Lingua we consider it to be a safe application since:
- Registration is mandatory.
- Conversation time is limited.
- Pairing between conversation partners is made anonymous and random.
- No text or files can be exchanged during conversations.
- Calls are rated and problems can be reported.
- The chat option is only be available to paying students and will only be with people with whom you have previously contacted.
- We reserve the right to block users with bad reports, low rating, that not fulfill the rules and to report to police if necesary.
If a problem arises during the conversation, a screen appears at the end of the conversation asking both participants to rate it. If the rating is 3 or less stars, various types of typical problems will be displayed and rated.
The other participant will see this rating anonymously so that he/she can improve the reported issues in future conversations.
If problems persist, Senior Lingua reserves the right to temporarily or permanently ban members with a low rating who repeat problems, as stipulated in the terms and conditions of use.
If you want to report the problem and tell us all the details, you can write to us at problemas@seniorlingua.com and serious or very serious actions will lead to expulsion from the service, which may be permanent expulsion and we reserve the right to make reports to the police.
The other participant will see this rating anonymously so that he/she can improve the reported issues in future conversations.
If problems persist, Senior Lingua reserves the right to temporarily or permanently ban members with a low rating who repeat problems, as stipulated in the terms and conditions of use.
If you want to report the problem and tell us all the details, you can write to us at problemas@seniorlingua.com and serious or very serious actions will lead to expulsion from the service, which may be permanent expulsion and we reserve the right to make reports to the police.
Yes, we want to give students and seniors a chat so they can talk to people they have already contacted. Why is that?
Because it creates more personal connections.
Because sometimes we want to contact someone but we can't talk to them.
Because some people seem interesting to us, they have a lot to tell and we want to know more about them.
Because intergenerational ties are strengthened.
But for security reasons, this will be a premium user service only and the chat will require the consent of both participants.
Because it creates more personal connections.
Because sometimes we want to contact someone but we can't talk to them.
Because some people seem interesting to us, they have a lot to tell and we want to know more about them.
Because intergenerational ties are strengthened.
But for security reasons, this will be a premium user service only and the chat will require the consent of both participants.
Yes, Senior Lingua does not record conversations, for privacy and other reasons.
We trust our users the reporting system, and the community to allow people to have interesting conversations in a respectful way.
We trust our users the reporting system, and the community to allow people to have interesting conversations in a respectful way.
We are a start-up company that works thanks to the efforts of its partners and collaborators.
If you want to help this project to go ahead and expand: use the app, subscribe and tell your friends, family, colleagues and acquaintances about Senior Lingua. If you have other ideas on how to collaborate with us, please write us to info@seniorlingua.com
If you are an investor, VC or business angel, we are open to propositions.
If you want to help this project to go ahead and expand: use the app, subscribe and tell your friends, family, colleagues and acquaintances about Senior Lingua. If you have other ideas on how to collaborate with us, please write us to info@seniorlingua.com
If you are an investor, VC or business angel, we are open to propositions.
