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Spanish language programs

JeffreyB901948 — Fri, 16 Apr 2021 17:21:56 GMT

I want to learn Spanish. There are too many options advertised and across a wide price range. Wondering if any members have a experience (positive or negative) with any particular tool or method. Any advise would be appreciated.

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Anonymous — Sat, 12 Jun 2021 15:24:22 GMT

April 16, 2021

Hi @JeffreyB901948 Do you want the FREE ones or the ones you pay for? Angela

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JeffreyB901948 — Fri, 16 Apr 2021 22:26:34 GMT

Angela, cost is certainly a factor, but number 1 consideration would be "probability of success." I want a program that has a good track record. It's hard to tell from all the advertising literature ... it's the ad writers job to make what they are selling sound good.

I assume from your title, "Bronze Conversationalist" you are in the language business? What is your experience?

Thanks for the reply.

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JeffreyB901948 — Fri, 16 Apr 2021 22:29:18 GMT

And, I am wondering how you could tell I am a "Newbie?" I don't see a flag or identifier on either my name or yours.

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Anonymous — Sat, 17 Apr 2021 01:10:54 GMT

Hi @JeffreyB901948 I am just like you and RE-LEARNING Spanish at age 63. I did Spanish and French in High School but didnot continue. I am cheap and other than BUYING some books, CDs, flashcards - I use YouTube. My challenge is CONVERSATIONAL. They talk so FAST, they lose me/lol. If you are AGE 60+, you can attend any Spanish Courses for FREE at your local STATE college/university. They offer both online and on campus.

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Bea2846 — Sat, 17 Apr 2021 00:50:15 GMT

Hi Jeffrey,

I am a semi-retired Spanish teacher. I still giving tutorials for Lessons.com and Varsity.com

A self-instruction would be Duolingo. It has a lot of materials and levels.

Also, you can contact a private tutor and make a suitable arrangement for classes online.

Another option would be the Senior Community Centers, most of the time they offer free classes.

Best luck.

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ce9779 — Mon, 26 Feb 2024 18:20:50 GMT

II would like to learn Spanish again. Basically, a refresher course. I, too, learned in grade school and high school, however, I haven't used it since. I am now a resident in Houston, Texas and need to learn to be able to converse with a lot of people in restaurants, lawn maintenance service and even when we go on trips. Where in Houston, TX would be a good place to learn that is not expensive and I can get it online or have a class where I can go to during the daytime? Any advice would be greatly appreciated.

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CarlosR120185 — Wed, 15 May 2024 19:46:07 GMT

Hello Jeffrey, Here is a place you can contact, www.newenglandlanguageacademy.com, these are online classes with native speakers at very affordable prices.

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KathleenC533190 — Sat, 07 Sep 2024 01:18:00 GMT

Hello! I started using Duo Lingo. It’s been

wonderful! I started last year on a trial basis…loved it so much that I bought a prescription for a calendar year…I believe that the exercises are very helpful starting out on as a beginner.

I am on day 235. I do my lesson every day and I have to app on my phone. Presently learning how to conjugate verbs and I have done all my lessons by writing them down in my composition books…I am on my fourth notebook…I love Duo Lingo…

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AllisonH874859 — Sat, 05 Oct 2024 19:48:16 GMT

I am also using Duolingo and also love it! However, sometimes I feel like I need a little more explanation. Do you have the Super or Max subscription? I am wondering if the Max subscription is worth the extra money?