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Description
Immerse yourself in a foreign language with this intense, thorough program. The computer software offers many different ways to fully immerse you in the language, so you are listening to and reading the language in context right away. What sets this program apart from the others is that you are exposed to extended conversations and paragraphs of dialogue from the beginning. There are two main branches of the program: Immersion Environments and Reference Tools. Immersion Environments includes a live action video of a native speaker speaking and interacting with others in real settings (at home, at the airport, and in public). Subtitles of both the language being studied and the English translation appear while the video is played. You can watch the video continuously, or you can watch it in short segments, even skipping forward or backward to topics that interest you. The Immersion Environments section also includes a Fundamentals section (teaches basic phrases using the most common words in the language); a Conversations section (teaches conversational phrases); and a Survival Phrases section (a book with an index to topics that you can both listen to and read along with in the target language). The Reference Tools branch includes vocabulary flashcards, an alphabet reference (click on letters of the alphabet to hear the pronunciation and see/hear words using each letter), grammar pro (references grammar rules), and grammar basics (a place to look up and review the basic grammar rules of the language). The program offers other useful features, such as speech analysis (recording your voice), games (including crosswords and fill in the blank), a vocabulary-building screensaver, and the (very useful) ability to slow down the dialogue being listened to so you can hear each nuance. In addition to the software program, this set includes 4 audio CD's that teach phrases and vocabulary; IPOD/MP3 vocabulary exercises software; and Palm/Pocket PC flash card software. System requirements: Windows 98/2000/ME/XP/Vista; 128 MB RAM; CD-ROM drive, sound card and speakers. Macintosh: OS x 10.2.8 or later; Macintosh G3 or later or Intel based Macintosh. ~ Lisa
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Teaching Method
Traditional
Teacher-centered curriculum commonly used in classrooms that may include a text, teacher manual, tests, etc.
Charlotte Mason
A methodology based on the work of a 19th century educator who maintained that children learn best from literature (Living Books), not textbooks.
Classical
A methodology based on the Latin Trivium (three stages of learning), including the grammar stage (memorization and facts), logic stage (critical thinking), and rhetoric stage (developing/defending ideas).
Unit Study
A thematic or topical approach centered around one topic that integrates multiple subject areas.
Montessori (Discovery)
A methodology based on the work of a 20th century educator that emphasizes student and sensory-driven discovery learning and real-life applications.
Other
Other methodologies
Religious Content
Secular
Contains content contrary to common Christian beliefs (i.e. evolution).
Neutral
Avoids religious or theoretical topics or presents multiple viewpoints without preference.
Christian/Religious
Faith-based or including instructional religious content.
Learning Modality
Auditory
Learns through listening, talking out loud or reading out loud.
Visual
Learns through seeing, prefers written instructions and visual materials.
Kinesthetic/Tactile (Hands-On)
Learns through moving, doing and touching.
Multi-Sensory
Curriculum that employ a variety of activities/components.
Presentation
Sequential
Curriculum progresses through well-defined learning objectives. Emphasizes mastery before moving to the next topic.
Spiral
Topics and concepts are repeated from level to level, adding more depth at each pass and connecting with review.
Conceptual/Topical
Focus is on the “why,” often with a unifying concept as well as specific skills; coverage may be broader.
Teacher Involvement
Low Teacher Involvement
Student-led materials; parent acts as a facilitator.
Medium Teacher Involvement
A mix of teacher-led time and independent student work.
High Teacher Involvement
Teacher-led lessons; may utilize discussions, hands-on activities and working together.
Additional Materials Required
No other materials needed
Everything you need is included.
Other Materials Required
There are additional required resources that are a separate purchase.
Other Materials Optional
There are additional resources mentioned or recommended but are not absolutely necessary.
Consumable
Consumable
Designed to be written in; not reusable.
Non-Consumable
Not designed to be written in; reusable.