Visual Link Spanish Review
from U.S. Institute Of LanguagesProduct description
Overview
“Visual Link Spanish” is an interactive conversational style course which teaches words and phrases you will need to know while traveling to either Latin America or Spain.It has been in existence since 1995. In addition, the course acknowledges people have different reasons to learn Spanish. The emphasis is to teach Spanish by learning to speak in complete sentence patterns which are used in everyday situations. Instead of memorizing isolated vocabulary words Spanish is learned in themes (“Communication”, “Basic Needs”, etc.) and then within each theme Spanish is broken down into word groups. Next, words are chosen from each group to make sentences. Even after the first lesson a student can speak several multiple complete sentences.
The Visual Link program is marketed to homeschoolers as well traditional classroom schools. They offer textbooks, curriculum, over 450 lesson plans for Spanish along with training for educators. All lesson plans are 100% ACTFL (American Council on the Teaching of Foreign Languages). The program also offers a list of courses which a student can obtain High School credit through NARHS (National Atlantic Regional High Schools).
To address the workplace Spanish market Visual Link Spanish has created a course to increase a business’ market and help bridge their communication gaps. Employees will use the Visual Link method of learning to speak the language in complete sentences instead of focusing on boring vocabulary words and grammar.
“Click here” to get their sample of 11 free lessons. The course itself, however, is only available on home delivered CD’s. They offer a 6 month guarantee.
Pros
- Interactive method of teaching conversational Spanish.
- Caters to individuals but has strong programs for homeschollers, traditional schools, and employers.
- Well established – providing Spanish courses since 1995
Cons
- Does not offer a forum site for social online learning.
- Only available as “Spanish CD’s” and home delivered. No online course options (after the free 11 lessons).
Conclusion
A well established company in the home based Learn Spanish field. Their method of teaching is an interactive style and goes way beyond the typical teaching methods of public schools. Visual Link Spanish is a great resource for home educators as well as traditional classroom Spanish teachers. A business can custom tailor programs for their employee’s needs. Overall, a good product which incorporates a proven method of teaching Spanish.
Check it out at: www.learnspanishtoday.com
Real Customer Comments
This is a great homeschool program that teaches children Spanish ~Excerpt from a user at homeschool-curricula.suite101.com.
We use Visual Link Spanish…My kids and I have learned quite a bit using this program... ~Excerpt from a user at charlottemason.com.
