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    ESL Instant Immersion English 2 CD-ROM Set (Jewel Case)

    ESL Instant Immersion English 2 CD-ROM Set (Jewel Case)

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    From: Topics Entertainment
    Category: Software

    List Price: $9.99
    Buy New: $6.75
    You Save: $3.24 (32%)



    New (3) Used (6) from $1.70

    Rating: 3.5 out of 5 stars 5 reviews
    Sales Rank: 6382

    Format: Cd-rom
    Platforms: Macintosh, Windows Xp, Windows
    Media: CD-ROM
    Operating System: Windows XP
    Shipping Weight (lbs): 0.3
    Dimensions (in): 5.6 x 4.9 x 0.4

    MPN: CS-051
    Model: CS-051
    UPC: 781735800515
    EAN: 0781735800515
    ASIN: B000059OSA

    Release Date: October 29, 2001
    Availability: Usually ships in 1-2 business days

    Features:
      • If you need to learn English as quickly as possible, the Euro Method might be just for you
      • This teaching method involves being completely immersed in the language of your choice
      • This 2-CD set is designed to teach intermediate English skills for more common situations
      • In TalkNow! English, you'll learn common words and phrases for business or tourist situations
      • It teaches through fun quizzes and games that help you remember your English better

    Similar Items:

      • World Talk Learn American English: Intermediate Level (PC & Mac)
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      • Learn To Speak English 2002

    Editorial Reviews:

    Amazon.com Product Description
    Learn to speak English through complete immersion. The Euro Method is an easy and simple way to learn to speak a second language. Based on the same techniques that allow a 4-year-old child to speak a language long before that same child can read or write, the Instant Immersion English CDs teach users to speak English quickly. The software provides interactive lessons that truly immerse users in the language. The two CD-ROMs enclosed are from EuroTalk, a European publisher of language-learning software. The two discs will take users from beginning to intermediate levels using fun and easy-to-follow methods.

    The first disc in the series consists of fun and interactive lessons that keep beginners interested in learning English with state-of-the-art sound and graphics without burdening them with complicated and hard-to-use software technicalities. All sounds are recorded by native English speakers; topics include eating, traveling, and the home.

    The second disc is the more advanced, and strengthens users' confidence with the English language. With extra-challenging lessons and quizzes, this software will help users become better English speakers. The awards system can motivate users to do well, and the program is constructed to record and monitor their progress. Topics include conversations, careers, the beach, responses, and lifestyles.

    Product Description
    Unique Euro-Method provides an immersive experience to learn English easily, quickly and thoroughly / For Windows & Macintosh WorldTalk English has even more activities to strengthen language skills It also has a dictation feature, to compare your pronunciation with native-speakers And it covers the calendar, numbers, asking directions, and other topics You'll be amazed at how much English you speak in such a short time! Jewel case


    Customer Reviews:

    5 out of 5 stars Fun way to assist with English pronunciation   May 14, 2008
    Annonymus (Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada)
    I was looking for something in Polish and English to send to a friend to assist with her English studies. Looks like I made a great choice as my friend is really having fun using the CD's. She advises that you do need a bit of basic English, and it is very helpful to her. She enjoys doing the quizzes, and says it is really assisting her with grammar, and mostly pronunciation. She is having fun recording her pronunciation and comparing it to the instructors.


    1 out of 5 stars A Huge Disappointment   November 2, 2005
    The Mommiest (Reston, VA)
    5 out of 5 found this review helpful

    I have used Topics Instant Immersion French for several years, and have bought four of these to use with English speaking kids learning to speak French. The French version has modules on colors, numbers, foods, and first phrases, followed by more advance lessons to put them together. In other words, the French version starts with building blocks and is appropriate for children and adults beginning to learn. They also feature interesting, bright graphics and complex interactions.
    The English version is nothing like the French. There are no building block modules, and the graphics are static. The exercises are uninspired. In the first module, we are shown a drawing with ten clocks, told what time it is, and must click on the correct clock. Later modules show line drawings of scenes, and we are expected to answer true or false to statements such as, "The family watch television in another room." This software resembles nothing so much as an intermediate software design project, and deserves no higher grade than a C. Given that it's packaging mimics the packaging of Topics' other, more advanced products (and sells for the same price), I consider this lackluster program a rip-off, and intent to take up my complaint with the company.



    4 out of 5 stars A fun way to immerse in English   April 3, 2003
    Ryan Yeung (West Covina, CA United States)
    5 out of 8 found this review helpful

    This CD set is quiet user friendly for foreigners who already know some English, but need to hear the native accent more and to get some interactive simulation. I bought this for a friend in China who worked for a American firm, and she love it.


    2 out of 5 stars Disappointing   June 12, 2002
    31 out of 33 found this review helpful

    After reading the other review, I can say I was pretty shocked when I got the product and reviewed it. The program is definitely not for people who are trying to learn English. Perhaps it is better suited for people who are trying to improve pronunication or learn appropriate phrases.

    Example: There is a module where the user is to identify parts of the car. The English voice-over says: "These are made of rubber and are filled with air". The user is to select the blue dot pointing to a tire. My cousin sat there not knowing what "rubber" or "air" meant, let alone know to select the picture of the tire.

    Another "real life" example has the user observe a conversation in a restaurant. The conversation goes back and forth without any visuals other than the static picture of the waiter and customer. They go back and forth with, "Hello, how are you?" "I am fine." "What can I get for you?" "I would like a glass of water with ice, please."

    Again, my cousin sat there looking at the screen, impressed with the voice-over but not learning anything about speaking English.

    Very disappointing. The graphics are quite [disappointing], too.


    5 out of 5 stars ESL Instant Immersion English   January 20, 2002
    Eliane (San Francisco, CA)
    16 out of 20 found this review helpful

    I am a college student who came from a different country to study english here in US. This program has been very helpfull to me, specially with my pronunciation and vocabulary. It is a fun way to learn. I hope that others who have simular problems like myself, with the English language, discover this program.
    I told many of my friends and family about it, and everyone who try love it.

    Thank you.

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