What's the best method for learning Spanish?
There's so much on offer for learning Spanish. It took me several weeks just to wade through everything that's available for learning Spanish and find the method that best suited me.
This lens is a guide to various materials for learning Spanish - software, audio, video, just books and online resources.
I've also found some free stuff for you to help in kick-starting your Spanish language learning. The free stuff is listed below. make good use of it.
Best of luck in your efforts to learn Spanish. It really is a lot easier than you think...
NOTE: Get this great ebook for free here... (all you need do is sign up for it).
This ebook will make you realise how much Spanish you already know... even if you've never studied the language.
This lens is a guide to various materials for learning Spanish - software, audio, video, just books and online resources.
I've also found some free stuff for you to help in kick-starting your Spanish language learning. The free stuff is listed below. make good use of it.
Best of luck in your efforts to learn Spanish. It really is a lot easier than you think...
NOTE: Get this great ebook for free here... (all you need do is sign up for it).
This ebook will make you realise how much Spanish you already know... even if you've never studied the language.
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Useful Greetings in Spanish
How to say "hi" and "bye" in Spanish
¡Hola! = Hello, HiBuenos dias = Good morning
Buenas tardes = Good afternoon/evening
Buenas noches = Good evening/night
¿Qué tal? = How are you?
Muy bien gracias. ¿Y usted? = Very well thank you. And you?
Hasta luego = See you later
Hasta mañana - See you tomorrow
Visual Link Spanish
Free demo available
The Visual Link Spanish course produced by the U.S. Institute of Languages includes: 2 Interactive Computer CD-ROMs, Pocket-size conversation manual and 10 audio CDs that have sections on pronunciation skills, basic needs, greetings and survival, grammar and comprehending native speakers, communication, locations and directions, getting acquainted, describing characteristics, restaurant, telephone and travel, and a bonus section. A quality carrying case for all the CDs is included.Price: Excellent value
Summary: Very effective, simple to use, fun and excellent for kids too.
Free Demo: Yes (get free demo)
Guarantee: 30 days with 100% refund
System: Windows and Mac
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Transparent Languages Spanish
Some great materials for learning Spanish
Transparent Language offers various type of courses for numerous languages including Spanish. This is one of my favorites and effective no matter what your learning style preference.BYKI (Before you know it): For beginners to advanced learners, Before You Know It is a simple and effective way to master a new language with Perfect Recall. Great for learning vocabulary and simple phrases. Get the free version now!
Learn Spanish Now! interactive language learning software.
Complete Spanish Suite: 8 applications in one box! With this product you can select your preference - audio learning, reading, interactive software, or games. Great stuff here.
KidsSpeak: KidSpeak lets your child play with fun, native-speaking, foreign characters to learn over 700 words and phrases in Spanish.
Panoramic Spanish: Learn hundreds of foreign words and phrases (not only Spanish) while exploring a 360 degree panoramic world. Learn conversational phrases for meetings, dining, business, and much more.
Everywhere Audio: CD-based audio language course designed for users on the go. Dozens of lessons help build vocabulary, teach grammar, and develop proper pronunciation. Includes 5 audio CDs. Perfect for listening in the car.
Price: Excellent value, particularly the Complete Suite.
Summary: Very Effective, very simple to use.
Free Demo: Yes (get free demo)
Guarantee: 30 day money back guarantee
System: Windows and Mac
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Synergy Spanish
Get by in Spanish with only 138 words!!
The Synergy Spanish course is available as a downloadable version including membership site or can be purchased on CD. The creator also offers active coaching to students. The aim of the course is to get you speaking Spanish within minutes - and I have to admit, despite my initial scepticism it works.The course is not as sophisticated as some of the more expensive materials and focuses on audio and reading, but it is very effective and encourages you to make use of the Spanish you have to communicate.
Price: Excellent value
Summary: Very effective audio course, simple to use. Great support.
Free Demo: Yes (get free test drive)
Guarantee: 56 days with 100% refund
System: Any that can read mp3s (including iPod).
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Rocket Spanish
Very popular system for learning Spanish (and other languages)
The Rocket Spanish course offers an easy to follow system for learning how to speak Spanish. Rocket Spanish is interactive and inspires you to study more. A very practical course too. Provides learning in what to say in numerous useful situations.Price: Excellent value
Summary: Effective, simple to use,primarily audio
Free Demo: Yes (free six day course)
Guarantee: 60 days with 100% refund
System: Windows and Mac
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Here's my favorite link:
FREE Ebook!
Spanish is easier than you think
Get this great ebook for free here... (just sign up for it in boxes top left).
This ebook will make you realise how much Spanish you already know... even if you've never studied the language.
This ebook will make you realise how much Spanish you already know... even if you've never studied the language.
Great Spanish Stuff on Amazon
Learn to Speak Spanish Deluxe
Amazon Price: $16.99 (as of 12/31/2009) 
Behind the Wheel - Spanish 1
Amazon Price: $32.97 (as of 12/31/2009)
Rosetta Stone Version 3: Spanish (Latin America) Level 1 with Audio Companion
Amazon Price: $199.00 (as of 12/31/2009)
Practice Makes Perfect Basic Spanish (Practice Makes Perfect Series)
Amazon Price: $8.54 (as of 12/31/2009)
Rosetta Stone Version 3: Spanish (Latin America) Level 1, 2 & 3 Set with Audio Companion
Amazon Price: $439.00 (as of 12/31/2009)
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Useful links for learning Spanish
- RTVE - Radio Nacional de España
- Siga la radio en directo, acceda al archivo sonoro y los podcasts de los programas de Radio nacional de España, conozca la programación de la cadena y participe en sus blogs
- Radio Bilingüe - cadena de radio de la communidad latina
- Hacia el voto 2008 - Un proyecto de Radio Bilingüe para aumentar el conocimiento y la participación de los ciudadanos sobre los asuntos cívicos de su mayor interés a través de la más amplia cobertura informativa y la suma de esfuerzos con organizaciones aliadas.
- Radio Mitre, Argentina
- Private Radio Station in Argentina with extensive archives of recordings.
- Grupo Radio Centro
- Máxima audiencia en medios. Grupo Radio Centro es una compañía radiodifusora lider en México y durante cada uno de los últimos 30 años ha sido el grupo de empresas radiodifusoras número uno en la Ciudad de de México, la ciudad más poblada de América del Norte.
- Notes in Spanish
- Some really excellent podcasts (free) plus the possibility of buying the worksheets to go with them. Great resource!
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- jpsetlak jpsetlak Nov 14, 2009 @ 4:59 pm
- Thanks for all the references. Looks like you had fun creating this lens as well. I really enjoy some of the podcasts that are available online as well. Great supplementary materials. Focus Language
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- kavinsmith kavinsmith Oct 31, 2009 @ 5:12 am
- I love to go through your lens and i found it quite interesting. It helps me a lot in learning Spanish. I really thankful to it.
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- nick16 nick16 Sep 21, 2009 @ 2:10 am
- Dude, GREAT lens. This lens that you have set up is top-notch. Well done. I stumbled across it as I was looking for an lens like this.
Terrific job, keep it up!
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