Hello all -- Sammy, the rep for Gale in our neck of the woods, has set up a Powerspeak Languages trial page specifically for the CTLS member libraries. Link is: http://access.gale.com/ctls
Let me (or Sammy!) know how you like it. If enough of our libraries are interested, we can look into a consortium for discount pricing. Here's the scoop on Powerspeak: Whether you want to learn a language for personal enrichment, for business or to get ready to travel abroad, Powerspeak Languages, Gale's online interactive language resource is a breakthrough in learning foreign languages. The Challenge The majority of language courses utilize a single teaching method that's easily duplicated across all lessons and courses. People quickly tire from the repetition of trying to learn through a single technique. In addition, languages are usually taught in the same manner, ignoring the intricacies and characteristics of each language. The Solution Based on the time-tested methods of Linguist, Dr. Robert Blair <http://www.gale.cengage.com/powerspeak/#TB_inline?height=250&width=400&; inlineId=blurb1> , Powerspeak Languages uses an arsenal of approaches that combine systematic learning processes with innovative, yet proven, methods in courses tailored specifically to each language. Powerspeak Languages doesn't simply rely exclusively on a "listen and repeat" or "rote memorization" approach. It offers what no other language program does - an optimal mix of progressive, yet tried-and-true teaching methods that reflect the latest language learning methods. Powerspeak Languages: * Simulates gradual immersion into a new language through a series of stories, activities and innovative learning tools * Guides users toward proficiency - not just words and phrases but listening, speaking, reading, grammar and pronunciation skills * Leverages multiple methods of teaching * Offers unlimited access and usage * Covers the most popular languages Thanks, Kam Kam McEvoy Electronic Resources Specialist Central Texas Library System, Inc. 1005 West 41st St., Suite 100 Austin, TX 78756 512-583-0704 x19 800-262-4431 x19 fax: 512-583-0709 ________________________________ From: Khmur, Sammy (Gale) [mailto:[email protected]] Sent: Wednesday, March 03, 2010 3:23 PM To: Kam McEvoy Cc: Bekker, Tricia (Gale) Subject: CTLS Powerspeak Languages Trial Hi Kam, As per our discussion, please find the link below to a Powerspeak Languages trial page set up specifically for the CTLS member libraries. Obviously, you may feel free to distribute this list to all the members. I am looking forward to getting some feedback both from you, and the individual libraries and I will keep myself available to do a live demo/presentation luncheon if that is something the member libraries are interested in. Here is the link: http://access.gale.com/ctls Please do not hesitate to contact me with questions. I am here to help! Thanks, Sammy Khmur Account Executive-Texas Public Libraries Gale| Cengage Learning 27500 Drake Rd Farmington Hills, MI 48331 (o) (800) 877-4253 Ext. 8708| (m) (512) 663-5643|(e) [email protected] <mailto:[email protected]> | www.gale.cengage.com <http://www.gale.cengage.com>
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