French, Italian, German, Spanish, Mandarin or Japanese – which language would you like to learn?

Linguaphone has a range of 15 of the most popular International Languages, available in various combinations. The International languages are available in 3 different formats: Lingupahone 21, Audio Active and PDQ.

Here are the courses available in India.

Linguaphone 21: Master French and Spanish

The Linguaphone 21 range is available in French and Spanish. It is a highly structured and effective course to gain mastery over either language.

The benefits of the L21 series are :

1. Learn to speak, read and write French or Spanish to approximately degree standard.
2. Develop and perfect accent, listening to native language speakers.
3. Progress quickly and easily with structured language exercises and activities and clear guidance.

L21 French and Spanish are in 3 levels. They consist of 6 Course Books, and 12 audio CDs . The Course Books and CDs will together work on increasing confidence and fluency in the four major language skills of reading, writing, listening and speaking.
The curriculum for L 21 had been researched and developed in conjunction with the Language Teaching Centre of the University of York, whose expertise in the field of language learning is unquestionable.
The Course Books contain a syllabus of 24 units of learning, with clear symbols, useful vocabulary at the end of each section, oral and written exercises to put knowledge to the test, and regular assessments to track progress.
The CDs allow learners to listen, understand, repeat and practice the language spoken by native speakers. The speakers represent a variety of accents, enabling learners to develop a sound understanding of the language, and authentic accents of their own.

The Audio Active Range : Gain command over German, Italian, Mandarin ,Spanish and Japanese

The Audio Active Range of programs are available in 10 hour and 6 hour formats and are designed to give learners a vocabulary of over 2000 words, and to increase their ability to read, speak and write with confidence and ease.

They are designed for absolute beginners and for people with a little knowledge of the language, and who need to increase their skills.

The structure of each Audio Active course* is as follows:

1. The Textbook and Oral Exercises Book contain all the lessons and material that are featured in the recordings. These books are entirely in the language being studied, so that learners can reinforce listening and speaking while concentrating exclusively on the new language.
2. The Handbook in the learner’s own language provides all the necessary language guidance, and explanations to make the most successful use of the course.
3. The 10 or 6 Cassettes/CDs contain all the text, dialogues and exercises necessary for listening and understanding, for practice in speaking, and for training in conversational language. There is extra practice material to help learners become fluent in the language.
4. The Written Exercises Book ensures understanding and gives further language practice.
5. The Getting Started Cassette in the students’ language introduces the course and gives valuable tips.
6. The Study Guide leaflet in English gives step by step guidance on using the course.

* The components may vary depending on the Course.

The PDQ Courses : First steps to speaking French, Italian, German, Spanish, Thai, Greek, Turkish, and Portugese.

PDQ is the perfect course for the person who wishes to take the first steps towards speaking a new language, or would like to learn all the language needed for basic communications.

The PDQ program consists of a full color course book containing 8 units of instruction, and four CDs. Its structure is similar to that of Linguaphone 21. At the end of the program, the learner will have acquired a spoken vocabulary of over 500 words, which is adequate to ensure survival skills in the language.

The Course Book contains a full color 64 page program guide. Packed full of color and illustrations, it helps give a feel of the country and sets the stage for language learning. The Course Book contains all the lessons in the audio recordings, and reinforces reading and writing skills as well.

In PDQ, native speakers take learners to their country, where they will learn all the essential language to get by:

1. meeting people for the first time
2. asking a question, ordering food and drink
3. starting a conversation, getting to know someone
4. talking about friends and family
5. finding your way around and asking directions
6. talking about your home and where you live
7. hiring a car and sightseeing.

The PDQ syllabus is written in conjunction with language learning experts at the University of York. Learning with Linguaphone means that leaners will find themselves speaking with confidence and ease - Pretty Darn Quick.

International Language Laboratories

A number of schools and corporates have invested in the International Language programs in various combinations, and installed Labs in their organizations. They have reported excellent results. Due to the Self Study natures of Linguaphone Courses, they have been able to run the Labs without having teachers who are fluent in the languages being taught.