Unseen Perspectives: Navigating the MuZIEum, Decoding Braille, and Inclusive Communication “What is it like to be blind or partially sighted? During a visit to the MuZIEum, you will experience it yourself.” These are the welcoming words you encounter when you step into the MuZIEum, an institution in Nijmegen dedicated to inclusive communication. This unique facility … Read more
From A to Z, and from the “alif to the yā”: An Insight into Arabic Proverbs and Sayings We’ve all come across funny literal translations at some point that made us laugh, especially when we understand both languages concerned. The Dutch saying “Het is weer hetzelfde liedje”, for instance, literally translates to “it’s the same … Read more
Can I translate my website with DeepL? You’re feeling pretty good about yourself: your website is almost ready for its launch. Now all what needs to be done is the translation. How can you get a website translated? Your friends and colleagues say: just use DeepL! And yes, you can certainly use automatic translation services … Read more
Why We use Latin and Greek in the Naming of Species What is binomial nomenclature, and what does it have to do with the quagga going extinct? Binomial nomenclature is a scientific naming system used to assign a unique two-part name to each species of organism, consisting of the genus name followed by the species … Read more
How Sesame Street is Localised for Arabic Children Everyone in the Netherlands is familiar with Sesame Street. We used to watch it ourselves, or our children or grandchildren grew up watching it. In the adventures of Tommie, Ieniemienie, and the other characters, all sorts of aspects are covered. In this Dutch adaptation of the original … Read more
“Since 1967, International Literacy Day celebrations have taken place annually around the world to remind the public of the importance of literacy as a matter of dignity and human rights, and to advance the literacy agenda towards a more literate and sustainable society.” UNESCO International Literacy Day holds great significance for Ludejo. We are a … Read more
Embark on a historical voyage tracing the remarkable journey of Islam and the Arabic language from their origins in desert lands to the thriving epicenter of Baghdad. Discover the intertwined growth of language and faith through trade routes, conquests, and cultural interactions. Explore the pivotal role of the Qur’an and delve into the Islamic Golden Age’s contributions. This narrative unveils the profound impact of Arabic culture, inviting you to explore a world enriched by centuries of evolution.
How museums can use podcasts to broaden their reach ‘Stories are the way we understand and make sense of the world we find ourselves in.’ Clare Patey, Director of the Empathy Museum. Have you ever gone to a museum with a group of friends? It can be a fantastically frustrating day out. In my experience, … Read more
Doutzen Kroes’ mother tongue The very first time that I heard someone speak Frisian was when I, of Flemish origin, was watching an interview with famous Dutch top model Doutzen Kroes. During this interview she was paying a visit to her parental home. Joined by her mother, she cheerfully walked through their vegetable garden while … Read more
Every month Ludejo will support an organisation by shining a Limelight on them (and making a donation). For the month of June 2021 we have selected Hoedspruit Reptile Centre. Hoedspruit Reptile Centre is situated in South Africa’s Limpopo Province. It is 15km outside of the nearest town “Hoedspruit” and is located in one of the … Read more
