Rosetta Stone Spanish - DPChallenge Forums

01/31/2007 11:31:31 PM · #1

Has anyone here ever used the Rosetta Stone software to learn a foreign language? I'm taking Spanish at my local community college and I'm not really happy with the class. I feel like it's too elementary not well suited to someone who really wants to learn a lot.

If I can get some good feedback on this software, I'm probably going to purchase it and stop taking the classes at school after this semester. The total software package costs less than my tuition and books, and I'm almost confident I'll learn more...

Anyone tried it before?

pamelasue

Canon EOS-5D Mark II

01/31/2007 11:34:26 PM · #2

I haven't used it ... but have been seriously considering purchasing it also ... can't wait to hear if anyone has used it and what they think of it ...

Blue Moon

Canon EF-S 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 USM

02/01/2007 12:08:34 AM · #3

I also would like to get it, but need more convincing before I fork over all of that cash.

Spork99

OM System OM-1

Canon EF 100mm f/2.8 USM Macro

02/01/2007 12:41:36 AM · #4

Have you looked into any of the language instruction Podcasts? Many of them are free, and some that I've seen, even provide workbooks via downloadable pdf's. I haven't looked into what's available in Spanish, but there are some excellent French ones.

02/01/2007 01:22:32 AM · #5

Originally posted by Spazmo99:

I have not but I will :)

Valdo

02/01/2007 01:27:55 AM · #6

I know nothing about that software, but if at some point you would like to practice that spanish just PM me and we could use the MSN or Skype to chat sometimes.

You practice your spanish and I will practice my English. Living in UK is not enough LOL

02/01/2007 01:31:53 AM · #7

Originally posted by ivaldovi:

The english they speak in the UK is weird ;)

Valdo

Canon EF 24-70mm f/2.8L USM

02/01/2007 01:40:42 AM · #8

LOL you said it ;)

leaf

Canon EOS-5D Mark II

02/01/2007 03:21:45 AM · #9

i thought i posted here allready but i guess not.

My sister used rosettastone to learn indonessian and i think she thought it was fairly helpful. It won't make you fluent by any means but it might give you a good head start on learning the language.

Sigma 18-200mm f/3.5-6.3 DC OS for Canon

02/01/2007 11:34:03 AM · #10

Anyone else tried this software?

ElGordo

Canon EOS-400D Rebel XTi

02/01/2007 12:38:37 PM · #11

I have not used the software, but their magazine ads feature a gorgeous blonde in a sports car!

Message edited by author 2007-02-01 12:39:03.

Rgarcia

Olympus OM-D E-M1

Olympus 75-300mm f/4.8-6.7 II M.Zuiko ED

02/01/2007 12:41:37 PM · #12

Creo que serÃa mejor que practicaras espaÃ±ol con los que lo hablamos acÃ¡!! Los programas de traducciÃ³n no funcionan nada bien.

Message edited by author 2007-02-01 12:42:03.

rjkstesch

Nikon D700

Nikon AF-S NIKKOR 24-70mm f/2.8G ED

02/01/2007 01:58:32 PM · #13

We have the program some of our student who are Spanish speakers learning English. I've been impressed with the full program and the complete reading, writing, speaking and listening components that are included. It also moves from simple beginning work to some fairly sophisticated language.

I believe from my experience (which is limited to the overlook) that the program would be helpful if used to its full advantage.

I also believe they have demo lessons.

LindaLee

Canon EF 70-200mm f/2.8L IS USM

02/01/2007 02:05:05 PM · #14

Don't overlook Pimsleur Language programs, they are supposed to be quite good, and you can rent them here at Recordedbooks.com. I frequently rent books from them for travel and love the convenience. The courses are also available for purchase, but like RS, are quite pricey.

neophyte

Nikon D810

Nikon AF-S NIKKOR 24-70mm f/2.8G ED

02/01/2007 02:13:01 PM · #15

Originally posted by Rgarcia:

Creo que serÃa mejor que practicaras espaÃ±ol con los que lo hablamos acÃ¡!! Los programas de traducciÃ³n no funcionan nada bien.

De acuerdo! Eso es como yo aprendi' (Y 2 anos de clases)

Nikon AF-S NIKKOR 24-70mm f/2.8G ED

02/01/2007 02:17:36 PM · #16

Originally posted by rjkstesch:

Does the program teach grammar? Verb tenses and conjugations?

rjkstesch

Nikon D700

02/01/2007 07:38:11 PM · #17

Originally posted by jmsetzler:

Originally posted by rjkstesch:
We have the program some of our student who are Spanish speakers learning English. I've been impressed with the full program and the complete reading, writing, speaking and listening components that are included. It also moves from simple beginning work to some fairly sophisticated language.

I believe from my experience (which is limited to the overlook) that the program would be helpful if used to its full advantage.

I also believe they have demo lessons.

Does the program teach grammar? Verb tenses and conjugations?

Yep - with the whole package it does.

BeeCee

Nikon D40

Nikon AF-S DX Zoom-Nikkor 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 ED

02/01/2007 08:01:30 PM · #18

Originally posted by neophyte:

Originally posted by Rgarcia:
Creo que serÃa mejor que practicaras espaÃ±ol con los que lo hablamos acÃ¡!! Los programas de traducciÃ³n no funcionan nada bien.

De acuerdo! Eso es como yo aprendi' (Y 2 anos de clases)

Never having taken Spanish, I'd hazard a guess that the second line would translate to "The traditional programs don't work very well."
But the first line, I have nooooooo idea! :)

oops, sorry, minor threadjack.... please return to the OP's questions now :D

Valdo

02/02/2007 12:54:16 AM · #19

Originally posted by BeeCee:

Originally posted by neophyte:

Originally posted by Rgarcia:
Creo que serÃa mejor que practicaras espaÃ±ol con los que lo hablamos acÃ¡!! Los programas de traducciÃ³n no funcionan nada bien.

De acuerdo! Eso es como yo aprendi' (Y 2 anos de clases)

Never having taken Spanish, I'd hazard a guess that the second line would translate to "The traditional programs don't work very well."
But the first line, I have nooooooo idea! :)

oops, sorry, minor threadjack.... please return to the OP's questions now :D

1st line: I think it would be better to practice your spanish with the native speakers in this site. (not a literal translation)

You got right the second line :D