If you want to learn a new language or brush up one you studied years ago, there are computer programs that can bring you to a conversational or fluent level in a variety of languages. Today’s language programs are interactive and have features such as quizzes, and games that make learning fun.
Rosetta Stone can be used to learn a number of languages, including Spanish, French, German, Arabic and Hindi. The software offers different levels of learning; from conversational skills to total fluency needed to work or live overseas. Rosetta Stone’s immersion method uses puzzles and pictures to get users to speak a new language naturally, the same way they learned their native language.
Transparent Language offers programs to learn more than two dozen languages, including Italian, Hebrew, Chinese and Swahili. Learners can utilize computer software, MP3s, and smartphone apps to study a second language at home or on the go. Computer software can be purchased at Transparent Language’s website and downloaded right onto your computer, eliminating shipping fees. The company produces language software for adults and children.
Fluenz is a language program available in four languages: Mandarin, Italian, Spanish and French. The program helps users achieve fluency in their selected language by explaining to them why different languages work the way they do. Fluenz encourages users to take their time in mastering the grammar skills needed to speak a language fluently, and uses realistic simulations. Fluenz users can work their way through five levels of learning that take them from conversational to fluent.
Byki is a language learning system available for more than 70 languages. Byki is delivered in two formats: express and deluxe. The express version of Byki is free and teaches users phrases which can be used to achieve basic proficiency in a new language. Users have the option to pay to upgrade to Byki deluxe, which has advanced pronunciation exercises and expanded vocabulary lists.