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1. advice on selecting materials and software for language learning,

The products to buy section also contains:

Translation software and dictionaries are found in other sections of the website.

Advice on Selecting Materials

Nowadays, there is a wide variety of materials available for learning languages. Modern materials and software such as CD ROMs, DVDs, cassettes, and videos, provide colour, variety and sources of authentic input (examples of real language used by native speakers). Traditional materials are mainly text-based and tend to focus more on reading and writing skills e.g. course books, work books, text books, graded readers, and grammar exercises - these can also be very useful. All these materials are designed for language learners, but we should not forget that there is a huge amount of authentic material designed for native speakers which can be used for advanced learners, and adapted for those who are less proficient: books, magazines, newspapers, games, music, films, radio, and tv.

When selecting materials for language learning you should try to find those that match your:

language level e.g. advanced level
age group e.g. adult
reason for learning the language e.g. to improve your letter writing ability
preferred approach e.g. like to do repetitive exercises
mode of learning e.g. self-study
price range e.g. £15 to £25
equipment available e.g. using Windows 95+

Look for attractive materials, which you find interesting, colourful and useful. They should be clearly laid out and well-structured. Borrow materials from a friend or a library first, if you can, to make sure that you can get on with them. You can also ask your teacher or fill in a short online form to use our advisory service.

You can also consult the CILT resources library . Another possibility is the Hull CALL software database.

Global Office - an enhancement to Microsoft Office for 100+ languages

Global Writer - a word processor with a wide range of languages

Microsoft Office Proofing Tools - allows users to proof documents in 50+ languages

CD ROMs and DVDs from Eurotalk for learners of most languages and all levels

Portuguese materials to buy

for beginners, beginners - intermediate, & all levels

Selected Products


	Beginners+
Rosetta Stone V3 Portuguese (Brazilian) Level 1-2-3 Personal Edition (Mac/PC)
Rosetta Stone	RRP £339
	Rosetta Stone Language Learning Software CD ROM Application CD ROM Activation ID Card User's Guide Headset Setup Card End User License Agreement Keyboard Labels Rosetta Stone icon decal. Headset.

	Beginners
Talk Now - Learn Portuguese
Eurotalk	RRP: £24.99
	Platform: Macintosh, Windows Availability: Usually dispatched within 24 hours, but click on the image for our latest price and availability CD-ROM Features: It's addictive, fun and makes learning easy Topics: first words, phrases, shopping, numbers and time Ideal for beginners

	Beginners
Rapid Portuguese
Earworms	Our Price: £11.99
	essential words and phrases ideal for your iPod Audio CD with Phrase book lots of repetition by native speakers enjoyable background music click on the image to order online

	Beginner - Intermediate level
Talk more - Portuguese
Euro Talk	RRP: £29.99
	Increase your basic knowledge and prepare yourself for World Talk, our intermediate level. With Talk More! you can learn a new language the EuroTalk way using broadcast quality video and the latest interactive techniques. Ideal for travellers, holiday makers, business people, students and families. Broadcast quality video and the latest interactive techniques Ideal for travellers, holiday makers, business people, students and families For beginners to intermediates

	All levels
Portuguese Complete Course on CD
	RRP: £279.90
	Portuguese for all the family Level : beginner to proficient Format: high quality books and CD's