Binding: CD-ROM Brand: TOPICS Entertainment EAN: 0781735804629 Format: CD-ROM Label: Topics Entertainment Legal Disclaimer: Warranty does not cover misuse of product. Manufacturer: Topics Entertainment Model: CS-462S Number Of Items: 1 Publisher: Topics Entertainment Release Date: November 29, 2007 Sales Rank: 499 Studio: Topics Entertainment
Features:
Spanish language learning system with portable audio lessons
3-CD-ROM set with 750 hours of instruction and cultural activities
8,000 word audio glossary; 3,600 exercises; 6 workshops
3D animation; S.E.T.S. for correction of pronunciation errors
Product DescriptionInstant Immersion Spanish Platinum takes from the basics to intermediate language skills, in no time at all. It combines computer-based teaching with the portability of audio lessons on compact disc. With over 750 hours of instruction, you'll become completely immersed in the language and learn by hearing real-world conversations and usage.
Customer Reviews
Average Rating:
Rating: - Not too bad....certainly not perfect
I'm just now getting around to using this program and I'm finding that its organization is a little unusual. However, I think with time the familiarity with the program will better facilitate navigation. One other bad note that the program has is that within the "grammar" component of the program, example Spanish sentences are not translated for you. This makes it difficult for me to learn some of the material. I do see some merits with the program and you can't beat the price compared with Fluenz ... Read More
Rating: - Instant Immersion Spanish Platinum
For the money (this was on sale on Amazon for $25), an ubeatable value, with more than 750 hours of exercises. This is essentially the same Tell Me More software sold by Auralog for $200 and up. However, it is probably best used as an adjunct for learning pronunciation and vocabulary in conjunction with a traditional didactic course. Some may find the interface a bit confusing at first, but once this hurdle is crossed, a very good learning experience awaits.
Rating: - Worthwhile, especially if you find it a bargain price
Since I bought this for considerably less than $129, I am quite happy with this product, although it's not perfect. I would have given it 5 stars but for a few things: the designers of the CD ROM software could have made it easier for beginners by not "hiding" function buttons, which suddenly appear when the cursor is put in their neighborhood. These icon buttons suddenly show up, and it took me quite awhile to discover that I could return to "home" without exiting the program and restarting it (the 'home' ... Read More
Rating: - Unsatisfied
The description gives the impression that the CD-Rom started you from the basics. The truth is that the CD-Rom is nothing but exercises. You are to learn how to speak the language by listening to the audio CD's. I have decided to purchase Rosetta Stone. I hope this deters you from purchasing this product like I did.
Rating: - Check the discs
Check your discs before starting. I was going through the 11 discs that came in the box to discover that I had two of the audio disc 6 and none of the software disc 2!
- Not too bad....certainly not perfect
- Unsatisfied
- Check the discs
