How well do language CDs, books, and other methods work for those that want or need to learn a foreign language? I am going to explore a variety of methods and share my results with you.
I am beginning this exploration by learning some Japanese. Why Japanese? I was in a discount store last Sunday and they had a variety of language learning CDs on sale. I know nothing of Japanese and the language is vastly different than the smattering and bits and pieces of languages that I know (Spanish, French, etc.). I purchased the Instant Immersion Japanese Levels 1, 2, & 3 for $29.95. I like Japanese culture and philosophy, so this should be fun.
If anyone is using the Instant Immersion series or other language CDs/DVDs, please share your thoughts. Also, anyone know of a good, inexpensive Japanese grammar book?
1 response so far ↓
Steve Kaufmann // July 16, 2009 at 10:16 am |
I found the Teach Yourself and Colloquial series a useful and inexpensive way to start into Korean. (I already speak Japanese.)
Having learned 11 languages myself, I would not spend much time on grammar books. These inexpensive starter courses give you all you need. Mostly you need to listen a lot and read a lot.