Tag: Language

Posted on by — Leave a comment

Complexity in Classroom Foreign Language Learning Motivation: A Practitioner Perspective from Japan (Second Language Acquisition)

This book explores how complex systems theory can contribute to the understanding of classroom language learner motivation through an extended examination of one particular, situated research project. Working from the lived experience of the participants, the study describes how action research methods were used to explore the dynamic conditions operating in a foreign language classroom in Japan. The book draws attention to the highly personalised and individual, yet equally co-formed nature of classroom foreign language learning motivation and to the importance of agency and emotions in language learning. It presents an extended illustration of the applicability of complex systems theory for research design and process in SLA and its narrative approach shines light upon the evolving nature of research and role of the researcher. The study will be a valuable resource for practitioners, researchers and postgraduate students interested in classroom language teaching and learning, especially those with a focus on motivation among learners.

Posted on by — 2 Comments

Spanish Level 1 Lessons 1-5: Learn to Speak and Understand Spanish with Pimsleur Language Programs

The Pimsleur® Method: the easiest, fastest way to learn a new language. Completely portable, easily downloadable, and lots of fun. You’ll be speaking and understanding in no time flat!

Spanish Level 1 Lessons 1-5builds on material taught in prior lessons. Each lesson provides 30 minutes of spoken language practice, with an introductory conversation and new vocabulary and structures. Detailed instructions enable you to understand and participate in the conversation. Each lesson contains practice for vocabulary introduced in previous lessons. The emphasis is on pronunciation and comprehension and on learning to speak Spanish.

Posted on by — 3 Comments

Pimsleur Approach Spanish Level 1: 30 Lessons – 16 Audio Cds – Learn Spanish for Travel, Work, or Family Using This Spanish Language Learning Course. Gold Edition I By Dr Paul Pimsleur – Method w/ Superb Review By PBS & Forbes

•Highly effective, 100% audio-based Spanish course; Learn Spanish In Your Car, On the Plane, At the Gym. No Books, DVDs or Software Needed! Sit back, listen and let the audio guide you. Each CD has been scientifically sequenced to rapidly lock language material into your brain after just one listen.

•Pimsleur Spanish Level 1 (Comprehensive 1) Spanish CDs are the easiest & fastest way to learn the Spanish language. No reading, writing, or memorization, just 30-minutes/day!

•Based on Dr. Pimsleur’s famous research. Dr. Paul Pimsleur was a legendary linguist at universities around the world. His world-famous, scientifically-proven Pimsleur method has helped millions of people learn Spanish quickly & easily. Featured on PBS – Purchased by the FBI.

•Easily download to MP3; no software (unlike Rosetta Stone & Fluenz); from beginner Spanish to a basic intermediate level in thirty, 30-minute Pimsleur Spanish lessons – 16 hours of real-life speaking sessions on 16 Spanish language learning audio CDs.

•Perfect for travelers, business executives, students & anyone who wants to truly converse; initiate & hold real conversations, handle everyday situations – ask for information, directions, & give basic information about yourself; participate in casual conversations; avoid basic cultural errors & handle travel requirements

Posted on by — 3 Comments

Pimsleur Italian Basic Course – Level 1 Lessons 1-10 CD: Learn to Speak and Understand Italian with Pimsleur Language Programs

The Pimsleur® Method: the easiest, fastest way to learn a new language. Completely portable, easily downloadable, and lots of fun. You’ll be speaking and understanding in no time flat!

This course includes Lessons 1-10 from the Italian Level 1 program – 5 hours of audio-only effective language learning with real-life spoken practice sessions. Get a chance to test drive the incredibly effective and efficient, world-famous Pimsleur Level 1 Program. Each lesson provides 30 minutes of spoken language practice, with an introductory conversation, and new vocabulary and structures. Detailed instructions enable you to understand and participate in the conversation. Practice for vocabulary introduced in previous lessons is included in each lesson. The emphasis is on pronunciation and comprehension, and on learning to speak Italian.

The Italian Language
Italian is the official language of Italy and San Marino, and one of the official languages of Switzerland, Croatia, and Slovenia. Italian is spoken by about 58 million people in Italy, 24,000 in San Marino, 840,000 in Switzerland, another million in other European countries, and approximately 5 million in North and South America. Historically, Italian is a daughter language of Latin. Italian uses the Roman alphabet and the pronunciation of the language follows the spelling very closely.

Product Features

  • Used Book in Good Condition
Posted on by — Leave a comment

Government Zero: No Borders, No Language, No Culture

From bestselling author of Stop the Coming Civil War, Michael Savage reveals the massive dangers currently leading to the demise of our government.
Michael Savage has been warning Americans for decades and now it’s here. In GOVERNMENT ZERO: No Borders, No Language, No Culture, Savage sounds the alarm about how progressives and radical Islamists are each unwittingly working towards similar ends: to destroy Western Civilization and remake it in their own respective images. These two dark forces are transforming our once-free republic into a socialist, Third World dictatorship ruled by Government Zero: absolute government and zero representation.

Combining in-depth analysis with biting commentary, Savage cuts through mainstream media propaganda to reveal an all-out attack on our borders, language and culture by progressive travelers who have hijacked public policy from national defense to immigration to public education.

Find out everything you need to know about this terrifying agenda to weaken the U.S. military, cripple the American economy, subvert basic American liberties such as freedom of speech, and destroy the international world order.

There is no time to lose. The Progressive-Islamist agenda has advanced into every public space, from the White House to the military to your local public school. If America is to survive, it has to be stopped. Michael Savage has a plan. Get the inside story before it’s too late.

Posted on by — Leave a comment

Tai Chi Reflections: A Set of 48 Self-Empowerment Cards Based on the Body Language of the Tai Chi Form

TAI CHI REFLECTIONS: Empowerment through the Body Language
of the Tai Chi Form is both authored and illustrated by Richard Crookes,
the illustrator of the award-winning Angels of Atlantis Oracle Cards.

In this beautifully illustrated set of 48 cards, the reader will gain access to
the inner calm and personal empowerment that is inherent in the ancient wisdom of Tai Chi practice through engaging with the body language of each posture.

This deck is not intended to be an instructional system for learning the Tai
Chi exercise, rather it is an inspirational tool for reflection and empowerment.
It will encourage the seeking out of further Tai Chi instruction for inner
and outer health.

Richard has assembled a power team to aid in the creation of these images:
Tammasak Pungpontien, Tai Chi Master,
Somporn Crookes, Tai Chi Therapy Consultant
Courtney Violet Bentley, Fitness coach and writer on Empowerment for
women.
Kit Johnson, Photographer and Reiki Master.

Through the collective wisdom and sensitivity of the team, coupled with
his lifelong experience of creating powerful and beautiful imagery, Richard
has created with this deck of cards a unique and simple key to the gateway
of the ancient knowledge of this beautiful and mysterious martial art.

Posted on by — 3 Comments

Living Language Russian, Complete Edition: Beginner through advanced course, including 3 coursebooks, 9 audio CDs, and free online learning

Russian, Complete Edition is a unique multimedia course that takes you from a beginner to an advanced level in one convenient package.
 
At the core of Russian, Complete Edition is the Living Language Method™, based on linguistic science, proven techniques, and over 65 years of experience. Our method teaches you the whole language, so you can express yourself, not just recite memorized words or scripts.
 
Millions have learned with Living Language®. Now it’s your turn.
 

   • 3 Books: 46 lessons, additional review exercises, culture notes, and a grammar summary—plus a bonus notebook
   • 9 Audio CDs: Vocabulary, dialogues, audio exercises, and more—listen while using the books or use for review on the go
   • Free Online Learning: Visit our Language Lab (www.livinglanguage.com/languagelab) for flashcards, games, and interactive quizzes for each lesson 

To learn more visit livinglanguage.com.
 
 

The Living Language Methodâ„¢
 
Build a Foundation
Start speaking Russian immediately using essential words and phrases.
 
Progress with Confidence
Build on each lesson as you advance to full sentences, then actual conversations.
 
Retain what You’ve Learned
Special recall exercises move your new language from short-term to long-term memory.
 
Achieve Your Goals
Don’t just mimic or memorize. Develop practical language skills to speak in any situation.

Posted on by — Leave a comment

Learning American Sign Language in High School: Motivation, Strategies, and Achievement

Reflecting the exponential growth of college courses offering American Sign Language (ASL) as a foreign language, high schools have followed suit with significant increases in ASL classes during the past two decades. Despite this trend, high school ASL teachers and program administrators possess no concrete information on why students take ASL for foreign language credit, how they learn new signs and grammar, and how different learning techniques determines their achievement in ASL. This new book addresses these issues to better prepare high schools in their recruitment and education of new ASL students.

       Author Russell S. Rosen begins with the history of ASL as a foreign language in high schools, including debates about the foreign language status of ASL, the situation of deaf and hard of hearing students in classes, and governmental recognition of ASL as a language. Based on his study of five high school ASL programs, he defines the factors that motivate students, including community and culture, and analyzes strategies for promoting language processing and learning.  Learning American Sign Language in High School provides strategies for teaching ASL as a second language to students with learning disabilities as well. Its thorough approach ensures the best opportunity for high school students to attain high levels of achievement in learning ASL.