Wednesday, January 30, 2008
Sunday, December 30, 2007
Rocket German Review - How Can You Get $1500 Stuff For $99 Only
Well the company I work in is definitely one of the bigshots. It is cash rich and these people like to spend on (IMHO) productive employee like me. :))
So when I asked them that we need to enrich our library with Learn German courses they were more than willing. Before anybody could rethink over this decision. I was over to Internet and had my three picks ready
- Rocket German
Rosetta Stone German
Pimsleur German
Rocket German was the least expensive and had most content. Rosetta stone was nearly three times as expensive but since we already had their another course so I thought it would be worth the price. Pimsleur German was the most expensive one. I don't think I would have personally paid for such a expense but companies have different opinion.
However the saying 'You get what you pay for' does not holds true when it comes to learn german courses. Pimsleur German came with lots of audio stuff, but that was it - Only audio stuff. Some might be comfortable with that but I was not!
Rosetta Stone was no better, with three times the price I expected them to provided all the tools and considering their reputation I will say that they could have provided more than that. But they had nearly the same content as Rocket German but only priced three times heavier. Plus I was supposed to be charged for each level separately, that can get messy in a corporate environment.
Rocket German is the only product that I found worthy of use! Firstly, it was structured the right way. It taught you on few parallel streams. You had grammar lessons delivered as newsletter at one end. At same time you had audio lessons for practice. This made an interesting combination. You can pick up one audio lesson, to learn words and then apply the grammar rules to them in fun and easy way. There were separate software for practicing vocabulary and audio sounds. Similarly there was software for verbs. Plus I could contact them anytime I needed help. I figured out that the total cost of my expenses was roughly $1600 of which I spent only $99 on Rocket German. Rocket German had more content than the other two packages combined. Effectively with Rocket German you can get more than $1500 worth of stuff for just $99!
As I progressed, I noticed that Rocket German course made it quite easy to start, but it does not stops there. The course for advanced level was equally well designed.
Right now Rocket German is the course officially followed in our office for learning German.
You can get it here -
Good luck!
Wednesday, November 28, 2007
My reason for learning german!
Being a senior manager in an IT company involved with auto designs, you can't ignore Germany. It is still one of the brightest lit country in the world. Their prowres in Auto Industry is well established and for us Germany has some of the biggest clients. Although most of my counterpart are good at English, but if you are in any kind of business, then understanding your counterpart native language and mind is a big advantage. Most of the time they will just speak off in German to each other when they don't want you to understand what is being said. But if you use this to your advantage by learning German without mentioning to them, you are going to hit your deals hard :)
If you have not tried it yet, give it a shot - WORKS LIKE A CHARM!
Friday, June 29, 2007
Article On Use Of Audio Tapes For Learning German
Learn German Fast
By Mikee Dunn
One day you are sitting around at the office throwing pencils at the ceiling when your computer beeps. There is a small message in the corner of the screen that says “1 New E-Mail.” This looks intriguing as this is the closest you have gotten to human contact all day. You open up your e-mail and find out it’s from the boss. He’s sending you to Germany to take charge of the European region of the company. This is the promotion you’ve been waiting for ever since you started working here. The only problem is that you don’t speak German. You’re going to have to learn German fast and learn it right.
The best solution possible is to find an audio program that can teach you the language of the Germans step by step and at your own pace. After all, if you take a class you could fall far behind and never actually learn a thing or you could be so advanced that you get bored in class and still learn nothing. But and audio program will work at your pace, at your own hours, for however long you need. Heck, you can even repeat the tapes over and over again. What community college professor can repeat things over and over continuously, not only in class, but also in your car on the drive to work and back, or in your bedroom when all you have is pajamas on getting ready for bed?
Not many at all. That is why audio programs are so wonderful. They are made by Germans for people who really, truly want to learn German fast. They will not fill your head with hundreds of useless vocabulary words, instead giving you real life situations and examples while helping your grammar and dialect. They are cheap too, in comparison to the other method to learn German fast: Moving to Germany. Yes, moving to Germany could be a wise choice and just piggybacking the language off the locals, but this is not a viable option for people with lower incomes who cannot afford a European tour. As you can see, if you want to learn German fast, your best bet would be to buy an audio program on the language.
These things are so easy to use that both adults and children both can learn from them. So what would you rather do: pay a one-time price for an audio program that is proven to work or pay every semester for a community college that you may or may not pass? I think the choice is very easy.
If you are interested and you want to learn German fast, then an audio program is the way to go. You can find a good audio program at http://www.squidoo.com/learngermanfast
Article Source: http://EzineArticles.com/?expert=Mikee_Dunn
Monday, June 25, 2007
Basic German Learning Tips
Another article on how to learn German, quite basic but if you are a complete beginner you will find it useful.
How to Learn German
By Gerrica Watson
Do you want to know how to learn German? German is one of the most beautiful languages in the world. Many native English speakers set out to learn the German language, decide that it's too difficult, and give up. When planned and practiced correctly, learning German is very easy!
Thanks to technology, it is more convenient than ever to learn German. Audio, software, books allow you to learn German in the comfort of your home, at your own pace. Unfortunately, not all programs are created equal. This article will highlight some of the more convenient methods used to learn the German language and how to choose the best products for your money.
If you're like me, you practically live at your computer desk. It only makes sense for you to consider German language learning software. Some language learning software programs allow you to hook up a microphone and take advantage of voice recognition technology. This is especially useful in helping you to develop a more natural accent. You have the opportunity to compare your German language accent to that of native speakers. Avoid software that includes monotonous verb drills. Several studies on language learning prove that optimal results are achieved when coupled with a fun learning environment. Using German language learning software is by far one of the most convenient, affordable, and effective ways to learn.
For those who telecommute regularly, audio cassettes and CDs provide a way for you to immerse yourself in the German language while you're on the go. When selecting an audio-based program, it's important to compare the programs features to that of other programs in its class. For example, how is the sound quality, pace, and usefulness? Most German audio programs are designed for travelers who must learn the bare basics of German for business trips or vacations. Only a handful of audio programs are designed with serious German learners in mind.
Some people learn best by reading their material rather than hearing it. German programs in book format are better suited for people who have some working knowledge of the German language. It one is an absolute beginner to the language, learning German from a book can be daunting and can actually enforce improper language habits, such as mispronunciation. It is best to use book programs in conjunction with German language learning software, rather than using book programs alone.
Gerrica Watson is a foreign language junkie who loves to absorb and bask in the cultures of the world. She runs a blog devoted exclusively to learning the German language complete with language learning product reviews. Check out her site How to Learn German.
Article Source: http://EzineArticles.com/?expert=Gerrica_Watson
Sunday, May 27, 2007
Learning German Tools
Another article on learning German for beginners. However it mentions the important things that you are going to need. Although the author recommends these tools and Rosetta Stone, the two things don't go hand in hand. Only Rocket German will provide you with requisite tools!
Tools to Help You Start Learning German
By Derren Geht
Learning German have never been easier. With today's technology, you can have every possible study tools around you. The ONLY THING that will stop you from getting the education you need is ACTION.
So, let's start. What is the first thing you need to have in order to start learning German? DICTIONARY. It is one of the most important things. You probably know this, but in every case, I am here just to remind you.
The next thing you will need is verb conjugation tool. So, what is this actually? It is a tool which helps you conjugate verbs in German. You know, not every German verbs have the same forms. There are lots of them who are irregular, just as in English! So you must be prepared. You can find this kind of tool online, just Google for verb conjugation tool and you will be fine.
Flash cards are also very useful tools to help you memorize new words. You can find them on the internet, print them, or look for them in a store. Why flash cards and not lists? Because with flash cards you memorize each word without it's proper place. And in a list like, for example, you have a list of 10 words and "haben" (have) is the 5th word your brain tends to memorize the place of the word. So this is not very smart way to do things right.
And at the end, with today's development of the internet, language programs are blessing. They use all the possible memory techniques to help you learn the language you want. Rosetta Stone, Rocket German, Tell me More, just Google them and you'll find a huge fortune there!
If you are interested about a language program which I think is perfect to begin with, click here
Derren is an enthusiast in the fields of learning and mastering languages, helping others make the best of their time in any language, learning easily, effectively and profficiently.
Article Source: http://EzineArticles.com/?expert=Derren_Geht