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- 1The Sumerian sign 𒄀 and how to read it●𒄀 Reading: ge # cuneiform # assyriology # deadLanguage # MiddleEast # education
Assyriology enthusiasts are discussing the Sumerian cuneiform sign 𒄀, which is read 'ge'. The item is educational in nature, aimed at people learning about dead languages and the ancient writing systems of the Middle East. Such readings are a staple of online Assyriology communities, where small lessons on individual signs are shared with fellow learners and researchers.
- 2Dad builds open-source audiobook player for his kids●Das Sonntagsprojekt: Ein Mini-Player für Hörbücher für die Kinder. Der „Chapter“ Player basiert auf einem Raspberry Pi Z
A hobbyist has presented his weekend project on a German-language forum: the "Chapter" player, a mini audiobook device for his children built on a Raspberry Pi Zero W. The player connects to a self-hosted Audiobookshelf server and gives the kids an age-appropriate way to choose their own audiobooks. The entire project is released as open source, and the builder says he learned something at every step.
- 3Norma's Story Highlights English Lessons as Path for Immigrants▼Norma’s Testimonial: One English Lesson at a Time
The National Immigration Forum is sharing the testimonial of Norma, an immigrant whose story is framed around learning English 'one lesson at a time'. The piece presents her experience as an example of how language education helps newcomers integrate, build confidence and participate more fully in their communities. It is being circulated by the forum as part of its advocacy for immigrant inclusion.