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Learn in Your Car Spanish Complete Language Course (Learn in Your Car)

Henry N. Raymond And Oscar M Ramirez

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Total reviews: 133 Average rating: 4.0 of 5

Lessons for three blocks or three hundred miles 4 out of 5 stars.
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The lessons on these CDs are set up in a logical sequence. You can drive along, for example, and take in a lesson on "Transportation Phrases," which begins with the easiest phrases and builds on them. At the end of the lesson, you can replay that lesson or move to the next even if you haven't fully mastered the one you just heard. On a long interstate trip, you could pack in a good amount of vocabulary, but you can work on little segments on short jaunts to the market, then practice the words as you're roaming up and down the aisles. There are two speakers, a man and a woman, so you can hear how words sound as spoken by different vocal styles. This is truly an effortless program.

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Our best-selling audio language-learning program provides comprehensive grammar and vocabulary to beginners and advanced students, offering guidance in pronunciation in addition to language fundamentals. Updated for the 21st century and re-recorded with fresh voiceovers, Learn In Your Car includes terminology for cell phones, computers and the Internet, as well as contemporary currencies and usages. Listeners learn pronunciation, vocabulary, and grammar of a new language without the need of a textbook: Level 1: Key words and phrases, basic grammar skills, emphasizes travel needs; Level 2: Expands vocabulary, new grammar concepts, more day-to-day activities; Level 3: Broadens vocabulary base, more advanced grammar skills, enriches conversational ability. 9 hours of audio on 9 compact discs, 3 booklets with recorded text for reference & grammar notes, Zippered CD Wallet, Travelogue DVD.

Spanish For Dummies Audio Set (For Dummies (Language & Literature))

Jessica Langemeier

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Total reviews: 5 Average rating: 4.0 of 5

Editorial Review:

3 hours of lessons on 3 CDs!

The fun and easy way to communicate effectively in a new language!

Want to speak Spanish? Don't have a lot of time? This practical audio set is designed to help you learn quickly and easily at home or on the road. From basic greetings and expressions to grammar and conversations, you'll grasp the essentials and start communicating right away! Plus, you can follow along with the handy, 96-page portable guide—filled with the words and phrases you'll hear on the CDs as well as a mini dictionary.

Skip around and learn at your own pace

• CD 1: Get started with basic words and phrases.
• CD 2: Form sentences and practice parts of speech.
• CD 3: Handle real-world situations.

Discover how to

• Handle greetings and introductions
• Ask questions and understand answers
• Build your vocabulary
• Talk about numbers, time, and the calendar
• Ask for directions
• Get help at a hotel, the bank, or a store

Conversational Spanish: Learn to Speak and Understand Spanish with Pimsleur Language Programs (Simon & Schuster's)

Pimsleur

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This Conversational program contains 8 hours of interactive audio-only instruction, effective language learning with real-life spoken practice sessions.

HEAR IT, LEARN IT, SPEAK IT®

What is the Pimsleur® difference?

The Pimsleur Method provides the most effective language-learning program ever developed. The Pimsleur Method gives you quick command of Spanish structure without tedious drills. Learning to speak Spanish can actually be enjoyable and rewarding.

The key reason most people struggle with new languages is that they aren't given proper instruction, only bits and pieces of a language. Other language programs sell only these pieces -- dictionaries; grammar books and instructions; lists of hundreds or thousands words and definitions; audios containing useless drills. They leave it to you to assemble these pieces as you try to speak. Pimsleur enables you to spend your time learning to speak the language rather than just studying its parts.

When you were learning English, could you speak before you knew how to conjugate verbs? Of course you could. That learning process is what Pimsleur replicates. Pimsleur presents the whole language as one integrated piece so you can succeed.

With Pimsleur you get:

• Grammar and vocabulary taught together in everyday conversation,
• Interactive audio-only instruction that teaches spoken language organically,
• The flexibility to learn anytime, anywhere,
• 30-minute lessons designed to optimize the amount of language you can learn in one sitting.

Millions of people have used Pimsleur to gain real conversational skills in new languages quickly and easily, wherever and whenever -- without textbooks, written exercises, or drills.

Conversational Spanish includes the 10 lessons from Pimsleur's Basic Spanish plus an additional 6 lessons.

The 16 lessons in Conversational Spanish are the same first 16 lessons in the Pimsleur Comprehensive Spanish Level 1.

SmartFrench Audio CDs Beginner Level

Christian Aubert

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Features:

• Unique method. Authentic interviews, "...a Must!" W. Martin, ex-political editor, Oakland Tribune
• 3 CDs w/booklet to learn french from real french people
• It uses colors to show what is and what is not pronounced in spoken French
• Conversations written down exactly as spoken to speak french like natives
• French lessons with rules of the french language explained in a simple way

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Total reviews: 92 Average rating: 4.0 of 5

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This one is a "must" for learning how the French REALLY talk! William Martin, retired political editor, The Oakland Tribune I've tried them all and this one is it! Joe Hogan, CBS With these Audio CDs you will work on natural conversations with our unique Active Sensory ComprehensionTM method. You will learn your new language both effectively and efficiently. You will develop your listening skills. For reference, we give you a booklet with the transcripts and the translations. Our color-coding system will help you pronounce the words and sentences the way you will hear them pronounced in real life conversations. This step by step approach to the language will help you understand French, like no other method, early in your studies. With these CDs you will start to understand and speak the language as spoken in the real world. If you are a true beginner, you might want to work with our SmartFrench Introduction to French, Vol.1 and SmartFrench Introduction to French, Vol.2 in order to work on the basic vocabulary, conjugation and grammar. Learning French requests that you learn to speak French and that you learn to understand it. Vol.1 and Vol.2 will teach you the basics in order to speak the language and these CDs will teach you to understand and be understood as you will develop strong listening skills. The best is to practice both exercises simultaneously. No matter what other sources you use in your language learning, the Smart thing to do is give yourself this key to confidence. Ian Jackson, CEO, Breathplay, Dallas

Learn in Your Car French Complete (Learn in Your Car)

Henry N. Raymond

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Total reviews: 51 Average rating: 4.0 of 5

Vastly Overrated! Decent But Better Options Exist 3 out of 5 stars.
1 of 1 people found this review helpful.

Learn in Your Car French is a standard listen and repeat style language program with absolutely zero innovations to make it more effective than 100 other similar programs on the market. Most notably, Learn in Your Car offers you the ability to parrot stock phrases ad nauseum, while avoiding the far more difficult and creative task of teaching you how to speak on your own. The only French program on the market that I would highly recommend that does teach you how to communicate in an original fashion is Behind the Wheel - French 1 (Behind the Wheel)
In my opinion, Learn in Your Car which is clearly Stone Age language technology when compared to the Space Age Behind the Wheel French.
I drive all the time and listen to both so I should know. Learn in Your Car put me to sleep and Behind the Wheel taught me to speak real French.

Editorial Review:

This exciting new edition includes a 60-minute Travelogue DVD of the relevant destination countries for each language. This added feature will enrich the learning experience and add that extra stimulus to motivate users with their studies. New material in this second edition includes a variety of internet and digital media/technology terms. It features: nine 60-minute CDs; full text listening guide; and zippered CD carrying case. It includes: Level 1 - introduction to key words, numbers, phrases, sentence structure, and basic grammar; Level 2 - more challenging vocabulary, more grammar, more complex sentences generate confidence in your ability to comprehend and converse; and Level 3 - expanded vocabulary, advanced grammar and complex sentences to expand your conversational skills.

The Spontaneous Healing of Belief: Shattering the Paradigm of False Limits (4 CD Set)

Gregg Braden

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Total reviews: 13 Average rating: 4.0 of 5

This is a must read or listen, It can change your life. 5 out of 5 stars.
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The Spontaneous Healing of Belief: Shattering the Paradigm of False Limits (4 CD Set)
Your reading this because the teacher has presented himself to you. You asked and the next step is up to you. I have found that the idea has come to my mind and then the information is presented to me. This is confirmation of it's truth and the next step in my learning. As I advance my ideas change and become more refined. We are evolving physicaly and mentally but the choice is yours. Open your mind up to the possibilities and see what can happen.

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What if the beliefs you have about yourself and the world are wrong? How differently would you live if you discovered that you possess the power to choose the way you deal with longevity, health, and even life itself? Such a radical discovery would change everything about the way you see yourself!
In The Spontaneous Healing of Belief, you will discover that you are not limited by the laws of physics—nor by the laws of biology . . . and that the DNA of life is a code that may be changed and “upgraded” by choice!
In this life-altering CD program, best-selling author and lecturer Gregg Braden shares 15 keys of conscious creation that show you how to translate the miracles of your imagination into what is real. With easy-to-understand science and real-life stories, Gregg shows you that you are limited only by your beliefs . . . and what you once believed is about to change!

Drive Time: Italian (CD): Learn Italian While You Drive (LL(R) All-Audio Courses)

Living Language

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Total reviews: 42 Average rating: 4.0 of 5

Too big a jump 1 out of 5 stars.
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The first lesson went swimmingly. I build up confidence and could easily follow and use the language I learned. With enthusiasm I moved onto the second CD and alas the speed of delivery and quantity of new vocabulary made it clear that this might not be the best resource for the new learner of Italian. This is despite the assurances of the Italian speakers who model the langauge.

Editorial Review:

Now anyone can learn a foreign language while commuting to work, running errands, or even taking a trip with the family. The new all-audio Drive Time series starts with an ingenious “On-Ramp” CD that eases language learners into Spanish, French, Italian, or Japanese with simple, practical expressions and engaging warm-up exercises. Three additional CDs contain 18 lessons that cover all of the essentials—vocabulary, pronunciation, grammar, and basic conversation.

Drive Time also includes a 64-page reference guide for anyone who would like to see spellings or read dialogues as a review—from the passenger seat, of course!

Speak in a Week!: See, Hear, Say & Learn Spanish: 4 week Set (Speak in a Week)

Inc Penton Overseas

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Total reviews: 23 Average rating: 4.5 of 5

Great to get you up and speaking 5 out of 5 stars.
2 of 2 people found this review helpful.

I have tried numerous language programs each with different approaches to learning. Each of these have their pros and cons. Speak in a week, if you can dedicate time everyday, does just that. It got me up and conversational quickly. I liked the format and the conversation focus. The first week was easily completed in a week and provided some necessary basics. Each subsequent week was a little more challenging and therefore a little difficult to complete in a week. If you have the necessary time this would also be obtainable. The content of each week is useful and I always felt like I was making good progress and learning useful aspects of the language for use in day to day conversation.

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Easy-to-carry, easy-to-use and fun! A simple, straightforward four-week course in Spanish! You'll be fluent in no time! No bulky books! Carry everywhere, learn anywhere... in the car, on the bus, even at the beach! In four 240 pp. wire-O bound books of eight sections apiece, you get a comprehensive overview of Italian grammar, plus nearly 70 pages of vocabulary. The thirty-one colorful, illustrated lessons, a comprehensive review, and detailed glossaries provide all the basic tools to learn Spanish. Each page features Spanish on one side and English on the reverse, with an illustration providing the visual clues and memory hooks to increase speed of comprehension, plus extra grammar tips, helpful hints, and cultural insights to enrich your learning experience. An audio CD provides native pronunciation of all material presented plus Mastery Exercises for comprehensive review.

SmartFrench Audio CDs Intermediate/Advanced

Christian Aubert

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Amazing, efficient and fun 5 out of 5 stars.
1 of 1 people found this review helpful.

I tried a lot of material before, but all I was looking for was good tight nicely designed, organized and natural dialogs, with different degree of complexity and good vocabulary. Up to date course. This information isn't just thrown at you, but is being guided through, by the author who created this courses. You feel more like you are in the classrom and he is tutoring you, this is so valuable when you are trying to learn it fast with our our speedy needs. The name speaks for itself. Smart person's choice definitely!
Thanks a lot Christian!

Editorial Review:

Most people learn to speak french but not how to speak it. At the intermediate level, they still have difficulties to understand the language and they cannot be understood. These Audio CDs will develop your listening skills at the same time as you progress in your learning. If these CDs are too difficult for you, you need the Beginner level. Maybe you are an intermediate at speaking french but still a beginner at listening to it. If you still need basic tips, you might want to try our SmartFrench, Introduction to French course. And if you just want to say travel sentences, you can use our SmartFrench for Travelers book and downloads.

With this program you will understand French and you will be understood. It's the best choice you can make to achieve fluency fast.

German, Conversational: Learn to Speak and Understand German with Pimsleur Language Programs (Simon & Schuster's Pimsleur)

Pimsleur

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This Conversational program contains 8 hours of interactive audio-only instruction, effective language learning with real-life spoken practice sessions.

HEAR IT, LEARN IT, SPEAK IT®

What is the Pimsleur® difference?

The Pimsleur Method provides the most effective language-learning program ever developed. The Pimsleur Method gives you quick command of German structure without tedious drills. Learning to speak German can actually be enjoyable and rewarding.

The key reason most people struggle with new languages is that they aren't given proper instruction, only bits and pieces of a language. Other language programs sell only these pieces -- dictionaries; grammar books and instructions; lists of hundreds or thousands words and definitions; audios containing useless drills. They leave it to you to assemble these pieces as you try to speak. Pimsleur enables you to spend your time learning to speak the language rather than just studying its parts.

When you were learning English, could you speak before you knew how to conjugate verbs? Of course you could. That learning process is what Pimsleur replicates. Pimsleur presents the whole language as one integrated piece so you can succeed.

With Pimsleur you get:

• Grammar and vocabulary taught together in everyday conversation,
• Interactive audio-only instruction that teaches spoken language organically,
• The flexibility to learn anytime, anywhere,
• 30-minute lessons designed to optimize the amount of language you can learn in one sitting.

Millions of people have used Pimsleur to gain real conversational skills in new languages quickly and easily, wherever and whenever -- without textbooks, written exercises, or drills.

Conversational German includes the 10 lessons from Pimsleur's Basic German plus an additional 6 lessons.

The 16 lessons in Conversational German are the same first 16 lessons in the Pimsleur Comprehensive German Level 1.