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Complete Mandarin Chinese (Learn Mandarin Chinese with Teach Yourself): Enhanced Edition
by Zhaoxia Pang Ruth HerdComplete Mandarin Chinese is a comprehensive book and audio language course that takes you from beginner to intermediate level.The new edition of this successful course has been fully revised and is packed with new learning features to give you the language, practice and skills to communicate with confidence.Do you want to develop a solid understanding of Mandarin and communicate confidently with others?Through authentic conversations, vocabulary building, grammar explanations, and extensive practice and review, Complete Mandarin Chinese will equip you with the practical skills you need to use Mandarin in a variety of realistic settings and situations, developing your cultural awareness along the way.What will I achieve by the end of the course?By the end of Complete Mandarin Chinese you will have a solid intermediate-level grounding in the four key skills - reading, writing, speaking, and listening - and be able to communicate with confidence and accuracy. Is this course for me?If you want to move confidently from beginner to intermediate level, this is the course for you. It's perfect for the self-study learner, with a one-on-one tutor, or for the beginner classroom. It can also be used as a refresher course. -Maps from A1 to B2 of the Common European Framework of Reference (CEFR) for languages-24 learning units plus verbs reference, word glossary and revision section-Discovery Method - figure out rules and patterns to make the language stick-Teaches the key skills - reading, writing, listening and speaking-Learn to learn - tips and skills on how to be a better language learner-Culture notes - learn about the people and places of China-Outcomes-based learning - focus your studies with clear aims-Authentic listening activities - everyday conversations give you a flavour of real spoken Mandarin Chinese-Test Yourself - see and track your own progress*Complete Mandarin Chinese maps from Novice Low to Advanced Low level proficiency of ACTFL (American Council on the Teaching of Foreign Languages) and from A1 Beginner to B1/B2 Upper Intermediate level of the CEFR (Common European Framework of Reference for Languages) guidelines. It also contains the vocabulary needed for the HSK (Chinese proficiency test). The audio for this course is available for free on library.teachyourself.com or from the Teach Yourself Library app. Also available: Get Started In Beginner's Mandarin Chinese (ISBN 9781444174809).Rely on Teach Yourself, trusted by language learners for over 75 years.
Complete Mandarin Chinese (Learn Mandarin Chinese with Teach Yourself): Enhanced Edition
by Zhaoxia Pang Ruth HerdComplete Mandarin Chinese is a comprehensive book and audio language course that takes you from beginner to intermediate level.The new edition of this successful course has been fully revised and is packed with new learning features to give you the language, practice and skills to communicate with confidence.Do you want to develop a solid understanding of Mandarin and communicate confidently with others?Through authentic conversations, vocabulary building, grammar explanations, and extensive practice and review, Complete Mandarin Chinese will equip you with the practical skills you need to use Mandarin in a variety of realistic settings and situations, developing your cultural awareness along the way.What will I achieve by the end of the course?By the end of Complete Mandarin Chinese you will have a solid intermediate-level grounding in the four key skills - reading, writing, speaking, and listening - and be able to communicate with confidence and accuracy. Is this course for me?If you want to move confidently from beginner to intermediate level, this is the course for you. It's perfect for the self-study learner, with a one-on-one tutor, or for the beginner classroom. It can also be used as a refresher course. -Maps from A1 to B2 of the Common European Framework of Reference (CEFR) for languages-24 learning units plus verbs reference, word glossary and revision section-Discovery Method - figure out rules and patterns to make the language stick-Teaches the key skills - reading, writing, listening and speaking-Learn to learn - tips and skills on how to be a better language learner-Culture notes - learn about the people and places of China-Outcomes-based learning - focus your studies with clear aims-Authentic listening activities - everyday conversations give you a flavour of real spoken Mandarin Chinese-Test Yourself - see and track your own progress*Complete Mandarin Chinese maps from Novice Low to Advanced Low level proficiency of ACTFL (American Council on the Teaching of Foreign Languages) and from A1 Beginner to B1/B2 Upper Intermediate level of the CEFR (Common European Framework of Reference for Languages) guidelines. It also contains the vocabulary needed for the HSK (Chinese proficiency test). The audio for this course is available for free on library.teachyourself.com or from the Teach Yourself Library app. Also available: Get Started In Beginner's Mandarin Chinese (ISBN 9781444174809).Rely on Teach Yourself, trusted by language learners for over 75 years.
Concise English Tagalog Dictionary
by Jose Villa PanganibanThis is a convenient and travel-sized English to Tagalog DictionaryOver ten million Filipinos speak Tagalog, the official language of the Philippines. This dictionary addresses the growing need for a concise, reliable, and inexpensive English-Tagalog dictionary. It is ideal for teachers, students, businesspeople, travelers, and others who are interested in studying Tagalog. The key to understanding Tagalog is a thorough familiarity with the stresses, glottal vowels, and basic vocabulary of the language, all of which are treated in this book. Pronunciation guidelines were determined by the Institute of National Language, which based its preference on standard Manila dialect. Used in conjunction with Tagalog for Beginners or Elementary Tagalog, also published by Tuttle Publishing, this dictionary is an indispensable tool to those learning Tagalog or traveling to the Philippines.Over 6,000 practical entriesPerfect for learning everyday vocabularyUses pronunciation guidelines from the Institute of National Language in the PhilippinesIdeal for teachers, students and travelers
Concise English Tagalog Dictionary
by Jose Villa PanganibanThis is a convenient and travel-sized English to Tagalog DictionaryOver ten million Filipinos speak Tagalog, the official language of the Philippines. This dictionary addresses the growing need for a concise, reliable, and inexpensive English-Tagalog dictionary. It is ideal for teachers, students, businesspeople, travelers, and others who are interested in studying Tagalog. The key to understanding Tagalog is a thorough familiarity with the stresses, glottal vowels, and basic vocabulary of the language, all of which are treated in this book. Pronunciation guidelines were determined by the Institute of National Language, which based its preference on standard Manila dialect. Used in conjunction with Tagalog for Beginners or Elementary Tagalog, also published by Tuttle Publishing, this dictionary is an indispensable tool to those learning Tagalog or traveling to the Philippines.Over 6,000 practical entriesPerfect for learning everyday vocabularyUses pronunciation guidelines from the Institute of National Language in the PhilippinesIdeal for teachers, students and travelers
AP Spanish Language and Culture Flashcards (Barron's Test Prep)
by Daniel Paolicchi M.A. Alice G. Springer Ph.D.Barron&’s AP Spanish Language Flashcards is completely brand new with 475 cards to help students prepare for the AP Spanish Language and Culture exam. The cards are divided into the following six sections:VocabularyGrammar ReviewReading ComprehensionListening ComprehensionWriting strategySpeaking strategy All cards have corner punch holes that accommodate an enclosed metal key-ring-style card holder, which students can use to arrange cards in sequences that best fit their study needs. For more prep, use our AP Spanish Language and Culture Premium.
AP Spanish Language and Culture Flashcards, Fourth Edition: Up-to-Date Review and Practice (Barron's AP)
by Daniel Paolicchi M.A. Alice G. Springer Ph.D.Be prepared for exam day with Barron&’s.Trusted content from AP experts!Barron&’s AP Spanish Flashcards includes more than 450 up-to-date review cards.Written by Experienced EducatorsLearn from Barron&’s--all content is written and reviewed by AP expertsBuild your understanding with review tailored to the most recent examBe Confident on Exam DayStrengthen your knowledge with in-depth review covering all skills needed to succeed on the AP Spanish Language and Culture exam, includingVocabularyGrammarReading ComprehensionListening ComprehensionWriting strategySpeaking strategyCheck out Barron&’s AP Spanish Language and Culture Premium for even more review, full-length practice tests, and access to Barron&’s Online Learning Hub for a timed test option and scoring.
AP Spanish Language and Culture Premium, 2022-2023: With 5 Practice Tests (Barron's Test Prep)
by Daniel Paolicchi M.A. Alice G. Springer Ph.D.Be prepared for exam day with Barron&’s. Trusted content from AP experts! Barron&’s AP Spanish Language and Culture Premium: 2022-2023 includes in-depth content review and online practice and audio. It&’s the only book you&’ll need to be prepared for exam day.Written by Experienced Educators Learn from Barron&’s--all content is written and reviewed by AP expertsBuild your understanding with comprehensive review tailored to the most recent examGet a leg up with tips, strategies, and study advice for exam day--it&’s like having a trusted tutor by your sideBe Confident on Exam DaySharpen your test-taking skills with 5 full-length practice tests--2 in the book and 3 more onlineStrengthen your knowledge with in-depth review covering all Units on the AP Spanish Language and Culture ExamReinforce your learning with practice by tackling the review questions at the end of each chapter Online PracticeContinue your practice with 3 full-length practice tests on Barron&’s Online Learning HubSimulate the exam experience with a timed test option Gain confidence with scoring to check your learning progressPractice by listening to spoken Spanish with authentic audio passages for all listening comprehension exercises
AP Spanish Language and Culture Premium, 2024: 5 Practice Tests + Comprehensive Review + Online Practice (Barron's AP)
by Daniel Paolicchi M.A. Alice G. Springer Ph.D.Be prepared for exam day with Barron&’s. Trusted content from AP experts!Barron&’s AP Spanish Language and Culture Premium, 2024 includes in-depth content review and online practice and audio. It&’s the only book you&’ll need to be prepared for exam day.Written by Experienced Educators Learn from Barron&’s--all content is written and reviewed by AP expertsBuild your understanding with comprehensive review tailored to the most recent examGet a leg up with tips, strategies, and study advice for exam day--it&’s like having a trusted tutor by your sideBe Confident on Exam DaySharpen your test-taking skills with 5 full-length practice tests--2 in the book and 3 more onlineStrengthen your knowledge with in-depth review covering all Sections of the AP Spanish Language and Culture ExamReinforce your learning with practice by tackling the review questions at the end of each chapter Online PracticeContinue your practice with 3 full-length practice tests on Barron&’s Online Learning HubSimulate the exam experience with a timed test option Gain confidence with scoring to check your learning progressPractice by listening to spoken Spanish with authentic audio passages for all listening comprehension exercises
Global Perspectives on Language Assessment: Research, Theory, and Practice (Global Research on Teaching and Learning English)
by Spiros Papageorgiou Kathleen M. BaileyThe sixth volume in the Global Research on Teaching and Learning English series offers up-to-date research on the rapidly changing field of language assessment. The book features original research with chapters reporting on a variety of international education settings from a range of diverse perspectives. Covering a broad range of key topics—including scoring processes, test development, and student and teacher perspectives—contributors offer a comprehensive overview of the landscape of language assessment and discuss the consequences and impact for learners, teachers, learning programs, and society. Focusing on the assessment of language proficiency, this volume provides an original compendium of cutting-edge research that will benefit TESOL and TEFL students, language assessment scholars, and language teachers.
English Education at the Tertiary Level in Asia: From Policy to Practice (Routledge Critical Studies in Asian Education)
by Eun Sung Park Bernard SpolskyThis is the third volume of a trilogy on English Language education in Asia within the Routledge Critical Studies in Asian Education. Put together by editors and contributors selected by Asia TEFL, this book provides a timely and critical review of the current trends in tertiary level English education in Asia. It foregrounds the developments and trends, policies and implementation, as well as research and practice. Written by ELT scholars and educational leaders, this book presents articles on China, Hong Kong, India, Japan, Korea, Malaysia, the Philippines, Singapore, Thailand, and Vietnam. While the authors focus on their own local issues, providing an overview of the state of tertiary English teaching in their respective territories, they also provide insights from their successes and failures which can help inspire solutions to similar challenges faced internationally in the field. Chapters in the book include: • Heading toward the global standardization of English education in Korean universities • English in tertiary education in India: A Janus-faced perspective with special reference to University of Delhi • Developing English language skills in the Singapore higher education context • ELT at tertiary institutions in China: A developmental perspective This book will be valued by administrators, researchers and scholars interested in bilingualism, language policy and planning in higher education.
Frustration Trains Me and Hope Stimulates Me (Mandarin Edition)
by Geun-Hye ParkThe autobiography of the first woman president in Korea 朴槿惠以最平实的笔触 娓娓道出她的过往人生 处处可见她对父母的追慕与怀念之情,对韩国人民怀抱的使命感 以及历经大起大落后的省思与坚韧 全书自朴槿惠的少女时代始 描述了总统府青瓦台中的"第一家庭"如何过着寻常的生活 母亲遇刺后 朴槿惠担当起"第一夫人"的角色 其间得以了解政治的基本议题和国家的基本状况 父亲也遭暗杀后 她与弟妹黯然离开青瓦台 面对种种不堪现实与外界批判 她对人性和权力有了更深入的认识 决心远离政治 1997年韩国陷入经济萧条 朴槿惠眼见民生多艰,国家危殆 毅然重返政坛 书中详细描写了在加入大国家党之后 朴槿惠如何以原则和信念立身 带领大国家党踏上破除陈年积弊,夺取国会议席的征程
Critical Pedagogy in the Language and Writing Classroom: Strategies, Examples, Activities from Teacher Scholars
by Gloria Park Sarah Bogdan Madeleine Rosa Joseph Mark NavarroThis volume introduces theory-to-practice-based critical pedagogy grounded in Paulo Freire’s scholarship to language and literacy learning settings. The chapters present authentic experiences of teacher-scholars, feature real-world examples and activities ready for implementation in the classroom, and provide nuanced guidance for future teachers. The examples and activities from teacher-scholars place critical pedagogy at the heart of classroom contexts and cover key topics, including place-based pedagogy, contemplative pedagogy, technology within the classroom, and translingual and multimodal paradigms. The chapters include further readings and discussion questions that challenge assumptions and promote deeper reflection, and can be modified for different teaching contexts. This practical volume is essential reading for students and scholars in TESOL and critical pedagogy.
Focus Construction with kî ʾim in Biblical Hebrew (Linguistic Studies in Ancient West Semitic)
by Grace J. ParkThis study uses modern linguistic theory to analyze a frequently recurring syntactic phenomenon in the Hebrew Bible that has thus far resisted explanation: כי אם.The combination of the two particles כי and אם produces a construction that is notoriously difficult to describe, analyze syntactically, and translate. Dictionaries of Biblical Hebrew offer a dizzying variety of translations for this construction, including “that if,” “except,” “unless,” “but,” “but only,” and “surely,” among other possibilities. In this book, Grace J. Park provides a new approach that strives for greater precision and consistency in translation. Park argues that כי אם is used in three patterns: the “full focus” pattern, the “reduced focus” pattern, and the less common “non-focus” pattern. Her syntactic analysis of all 156 occurrences of the כי אם construction in the Bible lends greater clarity to the contested passages.Drawing on recent linguistic research into the typology of clausal nominalization as well as previous work on contrastive focus, this innovative project provides important new insight into the syntax of Biblical Hebrew. It will be especially valuable for scholars seeking to translate כי אם more consistently and accurately.
500 Basic Korean Verbs
by Kyubyong ParkThis is a complete study guide to the most common Korean verbs Korean grammar is notoriously difficult for foreigners to master but is essential for those wishing to learn Korean. East-to-use500 Basic Korean Verbs is the only comprehensive guide to the correct usage of Korean verbs available for English-speaking learners. Each of the 500 most important Korean verbs is presented in a convenient single-page format that gives the verb's meaning and pronunciation, and displays the verb's 48 key tenses, speech levels, and moods (all accompanied by romanizations). Also included are a handy guide to the Korean language and verb conjugation and reference tables of basic Korean verb types, along with 3 indexes (romanized, Hangeul, and English). Included in this book are: Conjugations by tense, speech levels, and mood. "Model verb" system quickly identifies each verb's pattern. Sample sentences demonstrating the verb's correct usage. Free downloadable audio provides pronunciations for the verbs and 1,000 example sentences. Includes Korean characters (Hangul) as well as romanized pronunciations to help English speakers. Two—color design makes reference easy.
500 Basic Korean Verbs: The Only Comprehensive Guide to Conjugation and Usage
by Kyubyong ParkThis is a complete study guide to the most common Korean verbsKorean verbs are notorious in their difficulty for foreigners to master. East-to-use 500 Basic Korean Verbs is the only comprehensive guide to the correct usage of Korean verbs available for English-speaking learners.Each of the 500 most important Korean verbs is presented in a convenient single-page format that gives the verb's meaning and pronunciation, and displays the verb's 48 key tenses, speech levels, and moods (all accompanied by romanizations). Also included are a handy guide to verb conjugation and reference tables of basic Korean verb types, along with 3 indexes (romanized, Hangeul, and English).Included in this book are:Conjugations by tense, speech levels, and mood."Model verb" system quickly identifies each verb's pattern.Sample sentenes demonstrating the verb's correct usage.Free downloadable audio provides pronunciations for the verbs and 1,000 example sentences.Includes Korean characters (Hangul) as well as romanized pronunciations to help English speakers.Two--color design makes reference easy.
500 Basic Korean Verbs: The Only Comprehensive Guide to Conjugation and Usage
by Kyubyong ParkThis is a complete study guide to the most common Korean verbsKorean verbs are notorious in their difficulty for foreigners to master. East-to-use 500 Basic Korean Verbs is the only comprehensive guide to the correct usage of Korean verbs available for English-speaking learners.Each of the 500 most important Korean verbs is presented in a convenient single-page format that gives the verb's meaning and pronunciation, and displays the verb's 48 key tenses, speech levels, and moods (all accompanied by romanizations). Also included are a handy guide to verb conjugation and reference tables of basic Korean verb types, along with 3 indexes (romanized, Hangeul, and English).Included in this book are:Conjugations by tense, speech levels, and mood."Model verb" system quickly identifies each verb's pattern.Sample sentenes demonstrating the verb's correct usage.Free downloadable audio provides pronunciations for the verbs and 1,000 example sentences.Includes Korean characters (Hangul) as well as romanized pronunciations to help English speakers.Two--color design makes reference easy.
500 Basic Korean Verbs
by Kyubyong ParkThis is a complete study guide to the most common Korean verbsKorean verbs are notorious in their difficulty for foreigners to master. East-to-use 500 Basic Korean Verbs is the only comprehensive guide to the correct usage of Korean verbs available for English-speaking learners.Each of the 500 most important Korean verbs is presented in a convenient single-page format that gives the verb's meaning and pronunciation, and displays the verb's 48 key tenses, speech levels, and moods (all accompanied by romanizations). Also included are a handy guide to verb conjugation and reference tables of basic Korean verb types, along with 3 indexes (romanized, Hangeul, and English).Included in this book are:Conjugations by tense, speech levels, and mood."Model verb" system quickly identifies each verb's pattern.Sample sentenes demonstrating the verb's correct usage.Free downloadable audio provides pronunciations for the verbs and 1,000 example sentences.Includes Korean characters (Hangul) as well as romanized pronunciations to help English speakers.Two--color design makes reference easy.
Essential Korean Vocabulary
by Kyubyong ParkThis user-friendly Korean language book pushes readers towards greater fluency in spoken and written Korean. With Essential Korean Vocabulary you will learn to speak Korean the way that Koreans do by learning key words and expressions they use everyday in their natural contexts. You'll also learn closely-related vocabulary together, which will help you remember and use a wider vocabulary. Each word in this book is clearly explained and useful sentences are given to demonstrate how it's used. Author Kyubyong Park also provides tips on Korean grammar and modern colloquial usage in South Korea, so you can learn to speak like a native speaker. Essential Korean Vocabulary presents the 6,000 most common Korean words and phrases organized into 22 different subject areas. Beginning students can focus on the most basic items, which are clearly marked. As you progress to greater fluency, you can pick up more complicated words and expressions to bring your overall vocabulary and understanding of Korean up to an advanced level. With Essential Korean Vocabulary, you will: Upgrade your Korean skills in stages by learning the most useful words in sequence along a graded spectrum from beginner to advanced. Learn how real Koreans speak in authentic sentences by native speakers. Get special tips about tone, nuance, and correct usage of terms. Learn the vocabulary needed to pass standard Korean proficiency tests. The enclosed audio disc of recordings by native Korean speakers is a great way to learn Korean and helps you to master authentic Korean pronunciation, making you a better Korean speaker!
Tuttle Learner's Korean-English Dictionary
by Kyubyong ParkThis is a comprehensive Korean to English and English to Korean dictionary for language learnersFinally, here is the dictionary that learners have been waiting for: one that specifically answers the needs of English speakers who are studying Korean. Designed for learners who are a elementary to intermediate level, it contains over 5,600 Korean headwords, including the most essential contemporary words, commonly used example phrases, and business and technical terms. Along with refreshingly clear English definitions, the entries are packed with helpful extra details that make learning easier. Included are:5,633 example sentences given in Hangul, romanizations, and EnglishEnglisn-Korean Word Finder allows two-directional use.Explanations of common idiomatic expressions.Special notes to clarify differences and distinctions that can be challenging for English speakers.Romanization is included for all terms and examples, to assist learners.Extensive notes on grammar and meaning enhance understanding.Especially high-frequency words are marked.Endings and particles-very important components of the Korean language, but often overlooked in reference materials-are clearly indicated and explained.This dictionary presents, with care and expertise, all the words that are most essential for learners to know.
Tuttle Learner's Korean-English Dictionary
by Kyubyong ParkThis is a comprehensive Korean to English and English to Korean dictionary for language learnersFinally, here is the dictionary that learners have been waiting for: one that specifically answers the needs of English speakers who are studying Korean. Designed for learners who are a elementary to intermediate level, it contains over 5,600 Korean headwords, including the most essential contemporary words, commonly used example phrases, and business and technical terms. Along with refreshingly clear English definitions, the entries are packed with helpful extra details that make learning easier. Included are:5,633 example sentences given in Hangul, romanizations, and EnglishEnglisn-Korean Word Finder allows two-directional use.Explanations of common idiomatic expressions.Special notes to clarify differences and distinctions that can be challenging for English speakers.Romanization is included for all terms and examples, to assist learners.Extensive notes on grammar and meaning enhance understanding.Especially high-frequency words are marked.Endings and particles-very important components of the Korean language, but often overlooked in reference materials-are clearly indicated and explained.This dictionary presents, with care and expertise, all the words that are most essential for learners to know.
Tuttle Learner's Korean-English Dictionary
by Kyubyong ParkThis is a comprehensive Korean to English and English to Korean dictionary for language learnersFinally, here is the dictionary that learners have been waiting for: one that specifically answers the needs of English speakers who are studying Korean. Designed for learners who are a elementary to intermediate level, it contains over 5,600 Korean headwords, including the most essential contemporary words, commonly used example phrases, and business and technical terms. Along with refreshingly clear English definitions, the entries are packed with helpful extra details that make learning easier. Included are:5,633 example sentences given in Hangul, romanizations, and EnglishEnglisn-Korean Word Finder allows two-directional use.Explanations of common idiomatic expressions.Special notes to clarify differences and distinctions that can be challenging for English speakers.Romanization is included for all terms and examples, to assist learners.Extensive notes on grammar and meaning enhance understanding.Especially high-frequency words are marked.Endings and particles-very important components of the Korean language, but often overlooked in reference materials-are clearly indicated and explained.This dictionary presents, with care and expertise, all the words that are most essential for learners to know.
Tuttle Pocket Korean Dictionary: Korean-English English-Korean
by Kyubyong ParkIt's never a good idea to be overly-relient on technology while traveling! Look up words quickly and easily with this great Korean dictionary.<P><P>Intended for use by tourists, students, and business people travelling to Korea Tuttle Pocket Korean Dictionary is an essential tool for communicating in Korean. It features all the essential Korean vocabulary appropriate for beginning to intermediate students. It's handy pocket format and user-friendly, two color layout will make any future trip to Korea much easier. All entries are written in a Romanized form as well as Korean script (hangul) so that in the case of difficulties the book can simply be shown to the person the user is trying to communicate with.This dictionary includes the following key features: Over 18,000 words and expressions in the Korean language. Korea-English and English-Korean sectionsFully updated with recent vocabulary and commonly used South Korean slang. Clear, user friendly layout with headwords in blue. Romanized and Korean Script (hangul) for every entry.Other books from this bestselling series you might enjoy include: Pocket Japanese Dictionary, Pocket Mandarin Chinese Dictionary, and Pocket Cantonese Dictionary.
Korean for Beginners: Mastering Conversational Korean
by Kyubyong Park Henry J. Amen IVHave you ever considered learning Korean, but been put off by the unusual look of the characters? Don't let yourself be scared away! <P><P>Korean has been called "the most logical language there is," and with this friendly and thorough introduction you will soon see why.The best way to learn Korean-this book uses a lighthearted, humorous approach. Korean for Beginners starts by showing you just how reasoned and logical the Korean alphabet, hangeul, actually is, and helps you master it faster than you learned the English alphabet. Realistic situations you might encounter in Korea in Korean-speaking environments are described, and new words are explained in terms of how you'll find them useful to communicate. Numerous illustrations enliven the text, and downloadable material lets you listen and repeat phrases in the book. Soon you'll be able to say with pride, "I know Korean!" Features of Korean for Beginners are: Learn to read Korean writing with ease. Practical phrases help you converse with confidence. A lighthearted "guide" walks you through, bringing the language to life.As the more than 1 million Americans who speak Korean can attest, the Korean language is here to stay, and generations of young (and older) adults are determined to learn it. This book is for people who want a grasp of how to speak, write and understand Korean-and who want to enjoy things while they're at it!
Russian in Plain English: A Very Basic Russian Starter for Complete Beginners
by Natalia V. ParkerRussian in Plain English enables complete beginners to acquire the skill of reading words written in Cyrillic independently, with no English transcription or imitated pronunciation, within a short period of time. This book introduces the Cyrillic alphabet gradually, feeding in the letters and their various pronunciation aspects one by one over its ten units, thus building a complete picture of the Russian sound and writing systems. It also highlights the interrelationship of the two systems and helps learners to see the logic behind the use of the Cyrillic alphabet. In addition, the book teaches learners to produce Russian word stress on a marked syllable, contributing to stress acquisition. Furthermore, the book explains the basic grammatical features of Russian words and the rules of how to put them into sentences, enabling learners to start saying things in Russian from Unit 1. It employs some findings of research in language processing, helping learners to start building their speaking and reading skills. This book is an essential guide for all beginners, including students and independent learners.
7 Steps to Raising a Bilingual Child
by Steven Parker Naomi Steiner Susan Hayes<P>The best time to learn a second language is as a child.<P> During childhood, the brain is more receptive to language learning than at any other time in life. <P>Aware that a second language can enrich their child's understanding of other cultures and bring future job opportunities in a world drawn ever closer by globalization, many parents today are motivated to raise their children bilingual.<P> This book helps parents in both monolingual and multilingual families determine and achieve their bilingual goals for their child, whether those goals are understanding others, the ability to speak a second language, reading and/or writing in two languages, or some combination of all of these. <P>The authors explain how the brain learns more than one language, explode common myths, address frequently asked questions, and reveal an array of resources available to families.<P> Packed with insightful anecdotes and powerful strategies, this is a one-of-a-kind guidebook for those seeking to provide their children with a uniquely valuable experience.