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Linguaphone, from De Barra Publishing Ltd, is a language-learning catalogue designed to help learners speak a new language with confidence, whether the goal is to travel more easily, explore a different culture in detail or simply fulfil a long-held ambition to learn. With a choice of over 50 languages and a proven methodology, learners can progress at their own pace.

The Listen, Understand, Speak Method

Linguaphone treats learning to speak a language as an active skill that balances practical and theoretical learning. Its established ethos follows a fundamental pattern of 'Listen, Understand, Speak', which has learners speaking a new language in their very first lesson while confidently developing new skills, structure and vocabulary as they progress.

Learning with Native Speakers

The approach immerses learners in authentic conversation through several stages:

• Listening to native speakers converse at different speeds and levels of complexity
• Listening and reading a language to become familiar with normal conversation
• Taking part in conversations once the basics have been successfully covered

Courses and Formats

Linguaphone offers courses across varying levels of experience, allowing learners to tailor a course to their purpose and expertise:

• Beginner
• Beginner to intermediate
• Advanced to expert

To suit different learning preferences, courses are available on CD, as custom audio player sets and as MP3 downloads.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many languages does Linguaphone offer?

Linguaphone provides a choice of over 50 languages, allowing learners to broaden their horizons and explore new possibilities.

What learning method does Linguaphone use?

Linguaphone follows a fundamental pattern of 'Listen, Understand, Speak', which has learners speaking from their very first lesson while building skills, structure and vocabulary as they progress.

What experience levels are available?

Courses are offered at varying levels, including beginner, beginner to intermediate and advanced to expert, so learners can match a course to their purpose and expertise.

In what formats are the courses available?

Courses are available on CD, as custom audio player sets and as MP3 downloads, allowing learners to choose the format that suits them.

How does Linguaphone help with conversation?

Learners listen to native speakers conversing at different speeds and complexity, listen and read to familiarise themselves with normal conversation, and take part in conversations once the basics are covered.

Can I learn at my own pace?

Yes. Linguaphone's proven methodology is designed so learners can progress at their own pace and tailor their learning to their own needs.

This catalogue is part of the Catalink archive and may no longer be available to order. The information above describes De Barra Publishing Ltd. For current details, visit the company's official website.