| Guide Picks - Top Instructional Software | |||||
| Most people a foreign language best with other people — either in a classroom or in real life — but they don't always have that option. Software and a multimedia computer can offer the next best option, and they're often good for reinforcing what's learned elsewhere. | |||||
1) TeLL me More.gif)
One of the best instructional programs in its price range, TeLL me More by Auralog is available at three levels (beginner, intermediate and advanced) for personal and business use. It takes a variety of approaches in teaching the language but can be overwhelming for absolute beginners.
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2) Spanish Now! The emphasis here is on conversation rather than on rote learning of grammar and vocabulary. The software uses plenty of videos and offers users the chance to practice, practice, practice their speech. | |||||
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3) JumpStart Spanish Youngsters nearly always enjoy JumpStart CD-ROMs, which take a fun approach to learning. This CD-ROM can be used for teaching Spanish to English-speaking kids (ages 3 to 6) or English to Spanish speakers. | |||||
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4) Standard Deviants Action Learning CD-ROMs Based on the public television series, this CD-ROM set includes interactive quizzes and about two hours of video. | |||||
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5) Berlitz Communicate & Connect Spanish Not aimed at children nor full of flashy graphics, this Berlitz set takes a serious approach to learning. | |||||
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6) Learn to Speak Spanish This CD-ROM set by The Learning Company offers you to the chance to listen to and speak Spanish just as if you were in Spain. It also includes instruction in grammar. | |||||
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7) Spanish for Dummies Most instructional software can be overwhelming for those who start out knowing absolutely no Spanish. But this package, like other in the For Dummies series, assumes you're, well, a dummy. Some people are insulted by the tenor of the series, but others appreciate the extra attention to the basics. | |||||
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8) Microsoft Encarta Language Learning Spanish Using videos shot on location in Mexico, this software from Microsoft offers literally hundreds of exercises for getting around in Spanish. Although grammar isn't ignored, the emphasis here is on communication. | |||||
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9) Instant Immersion Spanish As the title implies, the emphasis here is on actually using the language. | |||||
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10) My Spanish Teacher Listening, reading, writing and speaking — they're all covered in this CD-ROM that uses more than 800 real-life pictures and examples. | |||||
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