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2008 61 Horace: Selected Odes and Satire I.9. 2nd edition Bolchazy-Carducci Latin A well-written and carefully edited volume, paying particular attention to the needs and backgrounds of students at both the secondary and college level. Abundant notes and clearly-written background materials, along with a rich bibliography, are designed to enrich the student's reading of Horace's poetry.
2008 61 Japanese in Mangaland 3: Intermediate Level Japan Publications Japanese The third and final volume in this series is a self-instructional text using manga to teach linguistic and cultural topics. Picking up from where Vol. 2 ended, the chapters are divided between grammar (15 lessons) and conversation (4 lessons). Students who have not digested volumes 1 and 2 would do well to at least have them handy. The three appendices provide answers to the exercises, a grammar index, and a vocabulary list containing almost 2000 words,
2008 61 A Survey of French Literature Focus Publishing French This five-volume series is an update of a classic textbook. It contains many new authors (mainly women and Francophone writers), as well as a variety of ancillary materials. Also included are 20th century cinema and examples of the changing nature of Francophone literary discourse. Can be used in a year-long survey course, or individual volumes can serve as a basis for century courses.
2008 61 Intrigue: Langue, culture et mystère dans le monde francophone. 2nd edition Pearson Education, Inc. French Intermediate-level text incorporating rich cultural information, all in French, focusing on a mystery story which evolves through chapter dialogues, listening comprehension selections, sophisticated communicative activities, and grammar exercises. Accompanied by a workbook and videos.
2008 61 German Through Film Yale University Press German An up-to-date, flexible, and pedagogically sound series of film modules usable at various levels of instruction primarily for high school and college students of German. The films portray a number of post-war social issues affecting the daily lives and the collective conscience of contemporary German speakers. The content of the films drives the teaching of German and provides a rich variety of activities before, during, and after viewing, with attention to sociolinguistic concerns and authentic language use.
2008 61 Raccontare il Novecento Edizioni Edilingua Italian An Italian reader for advanced intermediate and advanced language courses incorporating works from selected 20th century authors. Written entirely in Italian and including biographies of each author. Glossary, activities, and exercises are included for each chapter. A valuable upper-level text that introduces authentic literary passages and provides a variety of opportunities to review vocabulary in context and analyze sentence structure.
2008 61 Conversaciones creadoras, 3rd edition Houghton Mifflin Spanish This text replicates in the classroom an immersion experience by use of role-play scenarios, vocabulary that “works,” culturally rich contexts, and activities, Based on national standards behind the 5 Cs approach, students are required to be responsible for their own learning and must participate in role play, as well as in paired and group activities. Recommended for the mid-intermediate through advanced ACTFL levels. Comes with Instructor’s HM ClassPrep CD and companion Website.
2008 61 Aventuras: Primer curso de la lengua española. 2nd edition Vistas Higher Learning Spanish This introduction to Spanish uses a video-integrated approach incorporating a full line of fully integrated ancillaries, available in hard copy or online. The goals of the 5 Cs strongly inform the content and layout which follow an interactive, communicative approach to language learning, developing the speaking, listening, reading, and writing skills necessary to equip students to use Spanish in real-life situations.
2008 61 Abrir Paso: Spanish Levels 1-4 Cultural Series Copy Masters Miraflores Spanish This collection of interdisciplinary thematic units can be used at the secondary- or middle-school level and also at the college/university level. The series aims to provide teachers with effective cultural materials on as wide a range of topics as possible. It provides a comprehensive set of enrichment units that are well researched with a breadth of range and culturally appropriate illustrations appealing to students and teachers alike.
2008 61 Jazz Up Your Japanese with Onomatopoeia: For All Levels Kodansha International Japanese This source of important supplementary material presents a clear and easy-to-understand linguistic overview of onomatopoeia and mimesis. That is followed by a collection of eleven situational dialogues, between adults in real life situations; they are both fun and realistic and can be read in any order. They reflect a number of modern Japanese cultural, social, pragmatic, and linguistic facts.
2008 61 Playing ‘N’ Learning! — Beginner (5 to 7 years old) / J’apprends en m’amusant — Débutant (5 à 7 ans) Les Éditions RDL French / Spanish This CD-ROM by Informatique Services Plus, Inc. provides fun and challenging activities in French and English and also incorporates the same activities in Spanish. Ideal for an elementary school (FLES) setting, in both French- and Spanish-immersion classes, it provides thirty different types of educational activities on two levels of difficulty.
2008 61 JAPANESE. A Language Map Bilingual Books, Inc. Japanese An introduction to basic Japanese for everyday life of value to both frequent travelers and traditional students. This portable resource guide provides essential Japanese language survival skills in a handy fold-out format. Particularly useful for those "on the go" who don't have time to take formal coursework.
2008 61 Streetwise Spanish: Speak and Understand Everyday Spanish McGraw-Hill Spanish Textbook accompanied by a 75-minute, 30-segment CD featuring native speakers from fifteen different Spanish-speaking countries. It also includes a useful section titled Signature Words and Their Usage, which explains popular terms from Latin America and Spain. Words and phrases are organized by theme and illustrated by dialogues, drawings, and cartoons. Both text and CD emphasize the diversity of Spanish spoken across the Hispanic world today.
2008 61 The Red-Hot Book of Spanish Slang and Idioms: 5,000 Expressions to Spice Up Your Spanish McGraw-Hill Spanish A straightforward dictionary of slang, with English-Spanish and a Spanish-English sections. Phrases are translated and defined, with most common uses indicated. This dictionary is intended for advanced students of Spanish as entries have no pronunciation guide. All levels of popular and colloquial language are included.
2008 61 Da capo Thomson Heinle Italian This 6th edition features a comprehensive approach, focusing on the acquisition of the four language skills. Geared toward AP and post-secondary students, it includes a text, audio program on CD, a website and a workbook. Students become immersed in a realistic Italian-speaking environment.
2008 61 A Thucydides Reader: Annotated Passages from Books I-VIII of the Histories Focus Publishing Greek Designed to follow the completion of a basic grammar textbook, this reader presents 105 passages from all eight books appropriate for a third-semester college or fourth-semester high school student of ancient Greek. Annotations focus on grammar and syntax.
2008 61 Practice Makes Perfect: Italian Verb Tenses McGraw-Hill Italian A self-study text to complement any Italian course, introductory through advanced. The workbook format presents all aspects of Italian verb tenses; students learn tenses in context and practice using verbs in sentences for conversation and communication purposes. The author has succeeded in combining a comprehensive workbook and a well-organized reference manual into one user-friendly volume.
2008 61 French in Your Face Mc-Graw Hill French Learn how to use gestures and facial expressions to teach colloquial language -- authentic, real-life words and phrases that present a whole new dimension of the language that is far from "classical French." Designed to open receptivity to the other person’s face, the book provides a passport to communicating with the "very emotional" French people and provides a wealth of useful vocabulary and standard, everyday expressions.
2008 61 En una palabra: Sevilla, España. A CD-ROM for Exploring Culture in Spanish Georgetown University Press Spanish Video clips featuring fifteen individuals from Sevilla talking about many topics using natural speech comprise this supplementary teaching tool for use in an intermediate to advanced course. These short cultural and linguistic vignettes can also be used by individual learners to practice on their own.
2008 61 Latin Verb Tenses McGraw-Hill Latin A useful companion to classic college Latin textbooks, this volume in "workbook format" provides a detailed focus on the Latin verb system that should benefit first and second year students. Latin-English and English-Latin glossaries are included.
2008 61 Russian in Use. An Interactive Approach to Advanced Communicative Competence Yale University Press Russian Designed for the advanced learner, or as a transition text from the intermediate to the advanced level, this text addresses English-speaking, motivated students who can work independently. Emphasis is on communication and use of the Russian language in real-life situations. The set includes text, DVD, and Instructor's Manual.
2008 61 The Art of Teaching Spanish: Second Language Acquisition from Research to Praxis Georgetown University Press Spanish This volume examines the relationship between the teaching of Spanish and current research on second language acquisition and is intended for foreign language teachers and applied linguists interested in using the findings from the research to enhance foreign language instruction. The different chapters in this text explore issues critical to the teaching of Spanish as a second language.
2008 61 Comic Mnemonics Alacan Publishing All; emphasis on Spanish This book presents a method of second-language acquisition that is unique and accessible to secondary school students.
2008 61 Deux Mondes: A Communicative Approach. 5th edition McGraw-Hill French A complete package consisting of main textbook (with four appendices, a “lexique,” and an index), Cahier d’exercices, Instructor’s Manual, Instructor’s Resource Kit, testing program (in paper or electronic format) with audio CDs, video in VHS or CD format, online workbook/laboratory manual, interactive CD-ROM, institutional CD-ROM for language laboratory use, audio CD program for language laboratory use, student audio CD program, and audio script. The sixth edition of Deux mondes is scheduled for publication in early spring 2008.
2008 61 Chez nous: Branché sur le monde francophone. 3rd edition Pearson Prentice Hall French First year French program including text, Activities Manual, video, audio CDs, video, CD-ROM, Instructor’s Resource Manual, Testing Program, and Audio CDs to accompany Testing Program. Companion Website. Intended for college students, the program is appropriate for students of any age; it emphasizes cultural diversity within the francophone world.
2008 61 À votre tour Houghton Mifflin Company French Intermediate college-level text stressing active communication skills, reading ability, and cultural awareness. Includes a student activities manual and a Video/DVD program. Three feature-length films are incorporated into the text but must be purchased separately.
2008 61 Vistazos: Un curso breve. 2nd edition McGraw-Hill Spanish This abbreviated introductory Spanish program is intended for college students and includes a student workbook, instructional video, instructor’s manual, and testing program, as well as student and teacher audio CDs, and an online version of the program and supplemental online activities.
2008 61 Interactive Italian Grammar McGraw-Hill Italian This compact reference book features simple patterns instead of length grammatical explanations. It is well suited for travelers and students looking to review the basics. An interactive CD-ROm provides additional practice, and adds culture-rich example sentences.
2008 61 Interactive Spanish Grammar Made Easy McGraw-Hill Spanish A solid reference tool for students at all levels and may be used as a review grammar supplement in more advanced courses. The accompanying CD-ROM contains interactive exercises suitable for first or second-year students.
2007 60 Just Listen ‘n’ Learn Spanish. 2nd edition McGraw-Hill Spanish Includes audio package of 4 CDs containing extensive and varied recordings made on location in Spain; aims to build skills and confidence to speak vernacular Spanish. Intended for individual study by independent learners and travelers whose Spanish is rusty.
2007 60 Advanced Chinese: Intention, Strategy, & Communication Yale University Press Chinese Focus on the development of writing by instructing students in a set of tactical and strategic skills. Attends to all units of language — words, phrases, sentences, and discourse. Ground-breaking approach to dealing with the challenges of writing at the post-intermediate level.
2007 60 Wie geht’s? An Introductory German Course. 8th edition. Thomson & Heinle German Includes a Text and Audio CD, Workbook and Lab Manual, and a Video/DVD. New edition of popular textbook incorporating a wealth of clearly organized information about German-speaking countries for the introductory level.
2007 60 McGraw-Hill’s Spanish for Family Practitioners. Practical Medical Spanish for Quick and Confident Communication; McGraw-Hill’s Spanish for Nurses. Practical Medical Spanish for Quick and Confident Communication McGraw-Hill Spanish Both programs include the same textbook, McGraw-Hill’s Complete Medical Spanish for Quick and Confident Communication, an audio program consisting of three 75-minute CD-ROMs, and a supplementary booklet containing audio scripts and ten Continuing Medical Education (CME) Examinations. Self-study guide for medical personnel dealing with Spanish-speaking patients.
2007 60 Ciné-Module: Cyrano de Bergerac Focus Publishing French This Ciné-module covers one film, is written in French, and has a student manual and a teacher manual for high school students at the intermediate and advanced levels. Focus on grammar and vocablary acquisition through the use of film.
2007 60 German Culture through Film; An Introduction to German Cinema through Film (Includes a Workbook, Arbeitsbuch zu German Culture) Focus Publishing German Both volumes are intended for introductory courses on German film, both for German majors and for non-German-speaking novice film studies students. Use of film to integrate linguistic and cultural proficiency.
2007 60 The Worlds of Roman Women Focus Publishing Latin Uses ancient texts to teach the topics of Roman women and gender for intermediate Latin students. Excerpts from Latin texts cover wide range of time and sources. Topical sections cover issues such as childhood, education, marriage, and family, as well as work, flirtation, and politics. Additional web-based materials available.
2007 60 Business French: An Intermediate Course Houghton Mifflin Co. French Task-based method designed to address the needs of the intermediate- level Business French student. Integrates extensive grammar coverage into each topic section. Student activities manual and website complement the usefulness of this text.
2007 60 Controverses Thomson & Heinle French Textbook, student workbook, and website designed to stimulate discussion in French at the intermediate level of social and cultural issues and topics of French and Francophone culture. Writing tasks reinforce a focus on critical thinking, analysis, comparisons, and exploration of topical themes.
2007 60 Système-D 4.0 Writing Assistant For French Thomson & Heinle French CD-based language learning and writing tool for individual or classroom use. Can be used as supplement to a variety of textbooks and teaching approaches. A user-friendly program that promotes a creative, learner-centered, task-based approach.
2007 60 Bom Dia! Portuguese Language Level I Spinner Publications, Inc. Portuguese Beginning Portuguese textbook, workbook, CD set, and teacher's kit designed to emphasize the ACTFL topics and standards. Abundant activities in a dynamic approach.
2007 60 Morice’s Stories in Attic Greek Focus Publishing Ancient Greek Modern revision of Morice's 1879 classic collection designed to make Greek prose accessible to beginning/intermediate Greek students.
2007 60 Ricitos de Oro y los tres osos McGraw-Hill Spanish Uses storybook and "easy immersion" methodology to teach language to young learners. Vocabulary and grammar taught via activites in both the text and the accompanying CD.
2007 60 Easy French Storybook: Little Red Riding Hood McGraw-Hill French Uses classic tale to teach vocabulary and grammar via myriad activities. Ideal for students at the end of level-one French or higher. Accompanying CD adds to the story and provides additional activities.
2007 60 Lecturas Literarias: Moving Toward Linguistic and Cultural Fluency Through Literature McGraw-Hill Spanish Uses literary readings to develop "linguistic and cultural fluency." Ample exercises for students at post-secondary level or in content-focused conversation course. Related structurally and thematically to Punto y Aparte: Spanish in Review.
2007 60 Japanese Sentence Patterns for Effective Communication: A Self-Study Course and Reference Kodansha International Japanese Clear and accurate presentation of Japanese sentence patterns through the intermediate level for English speakers. Its translation approach includes contemporary and high-frequency vocabulary appropriate for intermediate level learners.
2007 60 ¿Cómo se dice…? Houghton Mifflin Company Spanish Eighth edition of this popular introductory college-level text emphasing a "balanced, four-sills approach," now augmented with new features. Comes with workbook and optional multimedia component.
2007 60 Biblical Hebrew: Text and Workbook. 2nd edition Yale University Press Biblical Hebrew "Groundbreaking approach" teaches grammar through translation of passages from the Hebrew Bible. Contains glossary, supplementary exercises, plus 3 useful CDs.
2007 60 German Verb Tenses / German Pronouns and Prepositions McGraw-Hill German These two new volumes belong to the Practice Makes Perfect series and are intended for beginning to imermediate-level learners. Multiple exercises, with answer key, are useful for self-study. Both books follow the same model, first introducing the grammar and then providing various substitution drills, cloze exercises, dehydrated sentences, and reformulations for extensive practice.
2007 60 The Ultimate Spanish Verb Review and Practice McGraw-Hill Spanish Appropriate for all levels, this grammatically-based text can be used both in the classroom and for independent study. Contains a thorough explanation of the "whys" of Spanish grammar.
2007 60 Cinema for Spanish Conversation Focus Publishing Spanish This new edition adds 3 additional culturally-relevant films to previous edition's 15. Geared especially to college level courses, especially at the 4th semester, to integrate film into the teaching of language and culture .
2007 60 The Big Silver Book of Russian Verbs McGraw-Hill Russian Comprehensive view of Russian verbs in an easy-to-use reference book useful in first four years of study.
2007 60 La France Contemporaine. 3rd edition Thomson & Heinle French Comprehensive overview of French culture and civilization for 3rd- and 4th-year students. Can also be used used in an advanced language class as a cultural reader, or in a business language class to give students a better sense of how France works; ideal in an orientation class for students planning to study abroad. Instructor's edition available.
2007 60 Quick Spanish for Law Enforcement McGraw-Hill Spanish Pocket-size reference book for law enforcement personnel and other professionals who work with a Spanish-speaking public. This guide presents everyday colloquial Latin American Spanish to assist in overcoming the language barrier.
2007 60 Cinéphile: Études de Films en Français Élémentaire. “Les Triplettes de Belleville.” Focus Publishing French Series of workbooks to integrate French films into first- or second-year high school or college French language courses. Instructor's manual aids in making film serve as a real-life source for the study of language and culture.
2007 60 An Introduction to Spanish for Health Care Workers Yale University Press Spanish 2nd edition; using the communicative approach, the text combines grammar and essential vocabulary in context for medical personnel with little or no background in Spanish. Includes cultural notes, appendices, and a glossary.
2007 60 Parliamo Italiano! A Communicative Approach, 3rd edition Houghton Mifflin Italian Instructor's annotated edition includes audio CD, student activities manual, audio CD program, video, instructor's resource CD and student website. Speaking, listening, reading, and writing skills emphasized in their cultural context. A complete introductory-level college/university text
2007 60 Avanti! Beginning Italian McGraw-Hill Italian Beginning Italian text with workbook/laboratory manual, audio CD's, video/DVD, online learning center websites, instructor's manual and texting program, plus instructor's resource CD. Text follows the interactive/ multimedia approach to language learning.
2007 60 Moliêre, L’école des femmes. & Maupassant, Pierre et Jean, student editions Focus Publishing French Introduction, notes, textual aids, and social/historial context provided for each work, followed by activities and further questions to set the stage and inspire the reader to make personal connections. Designed for Advanced Placement courses.
2007 60 Essential Spanish Verb Skills McGraw-Hill Spanish Verbs studied in context to teach more accurate useage of the language. The text uses a comparative approach and provides examples of tyhpically confusing verbs for English speakers.
2007 59 Moments Litteraires. An Anthology for Intermediate French. 2nd edition Houghton Mifflin French Text is short but it is a chronological approach and easily accessible classical masterpieces spanning all literary genres and pedagogical apparatus with numerous first-rate women writers.
2007 59 Japanese in MangaLand 2. Basic to Intermediate Level. Japan Publications Trading Co., Ltd Japanese Text, grammar topics presented in condensed patterns for learners interested in the manga approach which becomes a didactic tool . 15 lessons are grammatical, 11 are also conversational and cultural.
2007 59 Learn to Write the Hebrew Script: Aleph Through the Looking Glass. Yale Universtiy Press Hebrew Text, will appeal to the knowlegeable reader who will recongnize the name of a famous text by the reowned telfth-centry scholar Moses Maimonides. Using a Orr-Stav's method.
2007 59 Voces de Espana: la historia del siglo XX espanol (Voices of Spain: The History of Spain in the 20th Century) Champs-Elysees, Inc. Spanish Audio Cds, centered on contextualized understaning and a wonderful supplement to any intermediate or advance Spanish language, literature, or civilization course. Superb historical reference tool.
2007 59 Carnaval de Quebec: The Adventure Tralco-Lingo Fun French DVD, VHS & workbook in French and English, teacher guide. Can be played in French and French subtitles so student can listen to native French the same time as reading transcription of text.
2007 59 Educorock Espanol's Rockin' and Hip Hoppin' in Spanish An Interactive CD-Rom World of Reading, Ltd. Spanish Interactive animatated Cd-Rom including four songs and printable activities. Fles teachers or teachers of exploratory classes are able to use all songs.
2007 59 Cantiques, Rythmes, et Rimes: Chants Rhythms and Rhymes for the French Classroom Vibrante Press French Cd and Workbook, the use of musical rhymes to help teach vocabulary and grammar, and improve general fluency in and out of the classroom. Funky instruments
2007 59 Composicion: Proceso y sintesis, cuarta edicion McGraw-Hill Spanish Text which includes CD-Rom & workbook that is designed to improve the writing skills of students of Spanish. Includes an excellent writing software Cd-Rom. Easy-to-use word processor and text editor.
2007 59 Anders gedacht Houghton Mifflin German Text, offers a more complex analysis of topics relevant to German-speaking world and designed challenging and innovative excerises and integrated technologically-advance teaching tools.
2007 59 Allerlei zum Lesen Houghton Mifflin German Text, Audio CD - 18 unedited stories by authors from Germany, Austria and Switzerland includes themes and styles that are diverse and compelling from the twentieth-century and contemporary writers.
2007 59 Mas alla de la pantalla: El mundo hispano a traves del cine Thomson Heinle Spanish Text, book companion website, CD-ROM writing assistant. Text helps us to use film to teach language and culture. It is organized according to the principle that language and culture are intertwined.
2007 59 Hablando de cine: Conversacion avanzada McGraw-Hill Spanish Text, workbook - is intended to stimulate conversation among advanced students of Spanish and Latin-American cinema that is based on films in Spanish. Use in conversational classes with other sources.
2007 59 Latin Letters: Reading Roman correspondence Focus Publishing Latin Text. Learning Latin through literary works from the Roman period. Additional benefits for learning historical background or context and about historical significance of authors
2007 59 Espaces: Rendez-vous avec le monde francophone Vista Higher Education French Text, numerous auxiliary materials. Chapters have similar patterns. Videos with native speakers but no "engaging plots". Authors familiar with ACTFL proficiency guidelines. No cultural sides.
2007 59 Nexos: Introductory Spanish Houghton Mifflin Spanish Text, 14 chapters focused on 4 lang. skills. Communicative and cultural goods articulated. Too many vocabulary overlaps. Promoting negative stereotypes.
2007 59 Quick Spanish for Emergency Responders McGraw-Hill Spanish Pocket Reference Book, targeted to EMTs, hospital crews, reference for travelers. Cultural/survival tips, mini dictionary, easy cross reference, presented in colloquial Spanish
2007 59 Chinese Odyssey: Innovative Chinese Courseware-Vol 1 Cheng-Tsui Company Chinese Text, workbook, multimedia CD-ROM set. Total of 10 lessons. Practical dialogue format of main texts. CD-ROM good supplement. Workbook not necessary with CD-ROM. Text good for self-instruction
2007 59 Development and Supervision of Teaching Assistants in Foreign Languages: AAUSC Issues in Language Program Direction Thomson Heinle All Text. How less commonly taught languages involve issues and problems in TA development. TAs need teacher training and professional development.
2007 59 Mentoring Foreign Language Teaching Assistants, Lecturers, and Adjunct Faculty Heinle and Heinle/Thomson All Text. Each chapter is independent. History of mentoring in foreign language departments. Mentoring experienced teachers not willing to change. Problems with international TAs.
2007 59 Vistazos McGraw-Hill Spanish Text, workbook, video, online version, audio CDs, CD-ROM. Beginner level text but additional materials seem too advanced. Isolated treatment of culture from language lessons. Lacks activities.
2007 59 Spanish Second Language Acquisition Georgetown University Press Spanish Paperback (332 pgs). Guide to Spanish teachers. Each chapter contains different topic in relation to the linguistic studies of Spanish. Analytical research on the language.
2007 59 Mundo 21 Houghton Mifflin Spanish Text, workbook, online workbook, audio program, CD-ROM. Approach to Spanish from different topics. Effective use of 5Cs. Chapter contents used for grammatical studies. Other materials follow text well
2006 58 Aproximaciones al estudio de la literatura hispanica: Quinta Edicion McGraw-Hill Spanish Text, workbook. Aproximaciones "successfully helps students bridge the gap between skill-building classes and more advanced literature courses. Readings are of both male and female authors.
2006 58 !A Su Salud! Yale University Press Spanish Text, workbook, DVD and CD-ROM with excersises, self corrected tests. Particularly suitable to prepare doctors and other medical personnel to act spontaneously and appropriately as situations arise.
2006 58 Balades en Province. La France Profonde. Laurence Wylie in Roussillon Bernard Petit Productions French Videos, study guide. Films of native speakers on location with ordinary people in their everday surroundings. Inspiration to students who are planning to major in French or becoming teachers of French
2006 58 Carte de Visite: Business French EuroTel, Inc. French Videos, with transcripts. Supplemental program for teaching for intermediate speakers of French Business who want to polish and refine their language skills for business and professional situations.
2006 58 Ciak… si parla italiano: Cinema for Italian Conversation Focus Publishing/R. Pullins Co. Italian Text, intention of the text is to stimulate conversation by teaching vocabulary and generating discussion from the viewing of films. Films chosen are modern and contemporary Italian cinema.
2006 58 Ciao! 5th Edition Thomson Corp. Italian Text, workbook and lab manual, Lab Audio CD's, Video on DVD, CD-Rom A well-balanced program for introductory Italian courses. Chapters are organized around the dialogues, vocab., readings & exercises
2006 58 Comic Mnemonics-A Fun, Easy Way to Remember Spanish Verbs Alacan Publishing Spanish Text, CD, Suited for beginning Spanish students who are learning verbs. Verb mnemonics with combinations of word play and visuals in a humorous context providing ultimate retention tool for students.
2006 58 Cuentistas hispano-americanos de entresiglo McGraw-Hill Spanish Text, short stories geared for upper-level undergraduate Spanish students. Notes are in Spanish. The downsize is that it accompanies the readings with lackluster questions & activities.
2006 58 Echos: Cultural Discussions for Students of French Yale University Press French Text, for beginning language students in college. The text is meant to enhance & constitute, a foundation for the students by aligning the goals of cultural relevancy with the basic study of language
2006 58 En bonne forme Houghton Mifflin French Text, annotated instructor's edition and audio program. Blend of old-fashioned grammar and interesting readings from a variety of cultural traditions for first and second year students. .
2006 58 Entrevistas: An Introduction to Language and Culture 2nd edition McGraw-Hill Spanish Text, Audio CD, Cassette. For beginning-level students. Videotaped interviews with native speakers to stimulate students' interest and motivation. Textbook is very user-friendly.
2006 58 Espana y su civilizacion McGraw-Hill Spanish Text, video, fifth revised edition makes use of a chronological, rather than thematic, approach and highlights the contributions of women to Spanish intellectual life updating recent trends in Spain.
2006 58 Espanol en Vivo: Conversations with Native Speakers Yale University Press Spanish DVD and workbook. Collection of forty-seven unrehearsed, non-scripted interviews. Instructor able to select interview according to its cultural topic/grammatical emphasis.
2006 58 Holt Spanish 1 !Expresante! Holt, Rinehart and Winston Spanish Text, multimedia items, each chapter focuses on a different geographic area of the Spanish speaking world which includes activities that emphasis reading, speaking, writing and listening.
2006 58 From Input to Output: A Teachers's Guide to Second Language Acquisition McGraw-Hill SLA Text, can be used as part of a graduate teaching assistant orientation, as a supplement to a foreign language methods course or as the main text in a professional development course for pre-k-12
2006 58 Identite, Modernite, Texte Yale University Press French Text, intermediate-level text for students interested in literature that is centered on the question of identity. Internet reference dosen't provide enough structure for guiding students with work.
2006 58 Issues in the French-Speaking World Greenwood Press French Text, very useful book on French & Francophone Civilization/Culture. Valuable in the scope of the topics covered, but foremost, in its pedagogical and eminently practical approach. A must read.
2006 58 La France et la Francophonie Yale University Press French DVD, workbook, the diversity in age and geographical location of the interviewees provides the student with a broad range of accents and styles of speaking. Helpful tool for comprehension skills.
2006 58 Mais Oui! Houghton Mifflin Company French Text with audio cd, for beginning French students which calls upon higher-level thinking skills, enabling students to figure out the language as they go. Clutter pages are distracting for students.
2006 58 Neuer Wein und Zwiebelkuchen. An Online Cultural Reader McGraw-Hill Germaan Online package, cultural reader with a range of ancillary materials and grammar exercises. Helps students planning to study at a German university. Focuses on cultural differences.
2006 58 Play and Learn Spanish McGraw-Hill Spanish Text, audio CD, provides bilingual language instruction through pictures, key words, culture references and song. Interesting component of text is the "Did You Know?" section found in each chapter.
2006 58 Roman Lives: Ancient Roman Life as Illustrated by Latin Inscriptions Focus Publishing Latin Text, illustrating the everyday lives of men and women, slaves and freedpersons, entertainers and athletes, with especially touching family portraits and glimpses of the emotional world of Rome.
2006 58 Ruslan Russian 1 Rusland Ltd. Russian Text, workbook, CD, CD-ROM, compact text with ten lessons.Topics include arriving at airport, meeting a typical family, checking into a hotel, going to a restaurant & theater, visiting someone's home
2006 58 SCOLA Educational Television   All Television network offering authentic language broadcasts for cultural awareness. Programs are not edited, but English subtitles are added to aid in comprehension. SCOLA offers INSTA-Class packets.
2006 58 The Symtalk Series Hebrew Symtalk Language Systems Hebrew Student book, teacher's manual, flash cards level 1, game boards and starter set. Approach is using visuals or symbols to prompt language development through the association of words and pictures.
2006 58 Tell It Like It Is Natural Chineses for Advanced Learners Yale University Press Chinese Text, 2 DVDS and 3 audio CD's. Product creates a natural setting for advanced learners in which a complex language phemonmenon such as the use of local expressions and local accents can be included.
2006 58 The Three Little Pigs Elita Press All Text, audio CD. Mostly aimed for children 18 months thru elementary, but can be used in the upper grades for self-study time/homework. Ideal for covering the language aspect of social studies.
2006 58 Tradicion y cambio: Lectural sobre la cultura latinoamericana contemporanea. McGraw-Hill Spanish Text covers geography, as well as cultural and historical influences relating to cotemporary literature. Excellent for Advanced Placement Language Course. Exercises at end of each chapter.
2006 58 Understanding Arabs: A Guide For Westerners. 3rd Edition Intercultural Press, Inc. Arabic Text, provides an objective examination of the Arab values, beliefs and perceptions and compares/contrasts them with Westerners. Section describing current socio-economic conditions is informative..
2006 58 Voces de Espana: Antologia literaria Thomson Heinle Spanish Text, book companion website, designed for use in a 5th semester or higher college-level survey of Spanish literature. Each reading in Voces de Espana is followed by a Preguntas de compresion section
2006 57 An Anthology of Arabic Literature, Culture and Thought from Pre-Islamic Times to the Present Yale University Press Arabic Text, well-rounded and balanced selection from all areas of Arabic literature
2006 57 2000+ Essential Spanish Verbs Random House Spanish Text, guide to Spanish verb conjugations is useful to students at all levels. Explanations of verb tenses and numerous practice sections. Also has English verb with all its tenses
2006 57 Apprentissage du cinéma français. Livre de l'étudiant Focus Publishing French Text, consists of case studies of famous French films.
2006 57 Althenaze: An Introduction to Ancient Greece Oxford University Press Greek Text, teacher's handbook and student workbook with narrative reading, vocabulary, word study, exercises and grammatical aids. Well organized inductive approach to Greek.
2006 57 Bravo! Thomson/Heinle French Text, annotated instructor's edition, test bank on CD-ROM, student CD, lab CD, workbook/lab manual, video. Grammar review contains listening comprehension exercises and oral/writing components
2006 57 C'est la vie. A French Reader McGraw-Hill French Text, four short stories that show the appreciation of French culture and language with exercises and activities. Features comprehension questions and vocabulary, inlcuding slang and advanced grammar
2006 57 Deutsch heute Houghton Mifflin German Text, workbook/lab manual/video workbook, instructors resource CD-Rom. Comprehensive introductory German program.
2006 57 Histoires en Action! #1 AIM Language Learning Inc. French Text, teaches a French word through a corresponding gesture, a practical approach involving storytelling, song and dance and culminating in immersion-level proficiency in French. DVD/Video
2006 57 Italian Through Film: A Text for Italian Courses Yale University Press Italian Text, promote conversation practice, and review grammar through viewing and study of Italian films. Students learn the language without losing sight of the film. Exercises tie in with films studied.
2006 57 Japanese in Mangaland: Basic Japanese Culture Using Manga Japan Publications Japanese Text, supplement to an introductory-level Japanese language class through manga. Manga becoming a didactic tool which is a novel approach in the American classroom.
2006 57 La Vida Cotidiana Bernard Petit Productions Spanish Video, this video gives a real-life context for language study. It was created to provide a liguistically and culturally authentic view of daily life in the Spanish-speaking world.
2006 57 Mercurio: An Intermediate to Advanced Reader in Italian Language and Culture Yale University Press Italian Text, provides a meaningful and realistic representation of life in contemporary Italian culture. Focuses on the cultural content. Language acquisition is a primary goal. Useful exercises & activities
2006 57 News from Russia Yale University Press Russian Text, primary purpose is the development of reading skills. Emphasizes primarily the coverage of politics and economics in the press. Attractive to students in Int'l Relations/Polictical Science.
2006 57 Passeport a l'Afrique Francophone: A Resource for the French Language Classroom, 2003 African Studies, University of Wisconsin French DVD/Video, cultural lessons from Benin featuring African speakers of French. Cornucopia of cultural insights, ranging from an intriguing lesson on religion, the slave trade, and African legends.
2006 57 Play and Learn Spanish McGraw Hill Spanish Text, allowing parents to teach Spanish to their children using pictures and thematic phrases. Phrases, vocabulary and songs are presented on the audio CD also.
2006 57 Plazas: Lugar de encuentros Heinle Spanish Text, workbook/lab manual, instructor's resource manual, testbank CD-ROM, student multimedia CD-rom and webtutor toolbox. Unique among first-year programs due to its extensive cultural content.
2006 57 Puntos de Partida McGraw Hill Spanish Text. Instructor's Edition, Instructor's Manual and Resource Kit and other supplementary materials. Proficiency-based and communicative teaching methods and how technology can support learning.
2006 57 Sol y viento: Beginning Spanish McGraw-Hill Spanish Video-text, workbook/lab manual, online learning. Comprehension-based approach to learning a language; the emphasis of the visual and extra-linguistic cues that aid in understanding.
2005 56 Dictionary of Proverbs. Wise and Clever Sayings that Speak to Universal Subjects in Two Languages Barron's Spanish/English Text. Dictionary of proverbs in Spanish and English with sources and references.
2005 56 Euripides: Bacchae Cambridge University Press English Text. Translation from the Greek. Includes family tree, map, history of ancient Greek theatre, critical commentary, and index of names, themes, motifs and symbols.
2005 56 Handbuch zur deutschen Grammatik. Wiederholen und anwenden Houghton Mifflin German Text, workbook/laboratory manual, instructor's resource CD-ROM, audio-CD. Grammar review that contains main grammar points, vocab, oral communication activities and writing practice.
2005 56 Informate con CNN Thomson/Heinle Spanish Video, manual. Clips from CNN en espanol to increase listening skills. Manual has speaking, reading, and writing practice.
2005 56 Learn to Read Latin Yale University Press Latin Text, workbook. Beginning Latin text with an emphasis on literature. Comprehensive workbook.
2005 56 Nachalo McGraw-Hill Russian Text, workbook/lab manual, audio program, student CD-ROM, video, web site. Two volume text, each with 7 four part lessons, and 23 video episodes to go with each lesson.
2005 56 A Philosophy of Second Language Acquisition Yale University Press ALL Text. Proposes a new model of second language acquisition that combines cognitive and social perspectives and in which competency is measured by real life performance.
2005 56 Primer Paso a la cultura Miraflores Spanish Text, teacher manual. First in a series of workbooks that introduces students to cultures in the Spanish speaking world. Focuses on geographical, literary, and fine arts elements of culture.
2005 56 Quant a moi: Temoignages des Francais et des Francophones Heinle French Text, independent grammar workbook, audio CDs, video, CD-ROM, WebTutor Advantage, Blackboard, web site. Focus on reading, writing, speaking, listening, and culture.
2005 56 Spain and the Americas Bernard Petit Productions Spanish Video. English language video which gives snapshots of locations in Spain and Spanish speaking locations in North and South America.
2005 56 Standard Arabic. An Advanced Course Cambridge University Press Arabic Text. Comprehensive advanced Arabic text by British authors. Extensive use of authentic Arabic material.
2005 56 Veux-tu Jouer? The Prevention and Correction of Errors in French: A Systematic Approach Sound Language Solutions French Music CD, teachers guide, posters, language cards. Eight songs designed to address common grammatical problems. Teachers guide includes research on multiple intelligences theory
2005 56 Visiones: Perspectivas literarias de la realidad social hispana Yale University Press Spanish Text. Spanish literature text with a focus on societies and social structures. Designed for students of business Spanish.
2005 56 Walks through Napoleon and Josephine's Paris The Little Bookroom French Text. Guidebook to Paris with history and social commentary included, as well as practical information.
2004 55 Le Fabuleux Destin d'Amélie Poulain FilmArobics French, German, Spanish, Italian Film, study packet. Packet supplements film comprehension and includes vocabulary work and web-based homework assignments.
2004 55 In Viaggio: Moving Toward Fluency in Italian McGraw-Hill Italian Text, workbook/lab manual, student audio CD program, audio script, instructor's manual. For use in an intermediate 2-semester college course, has six chapters with focus on grammar and communication
2004 55 Making Communicative Language Teaching Happen McGraw-Hill ALL Text. Guide for teachers in developing classrooms that use listening, speaking, readin, and writing.
2004 55 Manual de gramatica: Grammar Reference for Students of Spanish Thomson/Heinle Spanish Text, computerized writing assistant, web practice. Complete grammar with explanations and practice exercises.
2004 55 Mi Lengua: Spanish as a Heritage Language in the United States Georgetown University Press Spanish Text. Collection of essays about the reality of the Spanish language and its many forms in the United States, especially re-aquiring Spanish.
2004 55 Four Years: Advanced Spanish with AP Component Amsco School Publications Spanish Text. Designed to prepare students for the AP Language test with focus on grammar, listening, reading, writing, vocab and cross-cultural understanding.
2004 55 Standard Arabic: An Elementary-Intermediate Course Cambridge University Press Arabic Text. Introduction to "broadcast" Arabic with emphasis on speaking, reading, and writing.
2004 55 Study Abroad: How to Get the Most Out of Your Experience Prentice Hall/Pearson Education ALL Text. Guide to all aspects of study abroad, from pre-departure to re-entry, with interactive sections for students to reflect on their own experiences
2004 55 Tell Me More Japanese (Level 1) Auralog Japanese CD-ROMs, technical instruction manual, language and culture handbook. Good addition to a beginning class or as a refresher course.
2004 55 Vis-à-vis McGraw-Hill French Text, workbook, lab manual, instructor's manual, audio CD, integrated video, CD-ROM. Introduction to French using listening, speaking, writing, and reading.
2004 54 Allons-y! Le Francais par Etapes. Heinle and Heinle French Text, text audio, workbook, CD-ROMS, video, lab audio CDs, transparencies, 6th edition, can be covered in 2-3 semesters, helps students learn how to communicate in realistic situations, great tech.
2004 54 Assessing Foreign Language Proficiency of Undergraduates Heinle and Heinle college, undergraduate Text: Collection of essays addressing FL proficiency assessment. Presents the difference between achievement-based and proficiency-oriented testing.
2004 54 Cambridge Latin Course Cambridge University Press Latin Text, workbook, stage tests, teacher's manual, overhead transparencies, picture cue cards, complete resource center. 4th edition. Reading-based series using inductive approach.
2004 54 Cinema for Spanish Conversation Focus Publishing/R. Pullins Company Spanish Text and teacher's guide. Activities (incl. Pre-viewing, comprehension, analysis, cultural contrast, and post-viewing) to make film viewing more useful. Conversation-based.
2004 54 Critical Citizens for an Intercultural World: Foreign Language Education as Cultural Politics Multilingual Matters Ltd. ALL Text. Challenges educators to become "transformative agents" in the classroom/professional development. Suggests how to help foreign students adjust/effects of globalization/social justice.
2004 54 Destinos: Second Edition of the Alternate Edition McGraw-Hill Spanish Video series, instructor's ed., faculty guide, workbook/study guides, student viewer's handbooks, CD, CD-ROM, software, video/audioscripts. Video-driven, comprehension-based. Listening comp/culture.
2004 54 Ensuite McGraw-Hill French Text, teacher's ed., workbook, CD, instructor's manual, student kit, CD-ROM, electronic language tutor. Authentic Francophone culture + language.
2004 54 German in Review. Lehrbuch der deutschen Grammatik. Heinle and Thomson German Text. Grammar book that considers students' diverse proficiency levels. Chapters sub-divided into levels of difficulty. Can be used alone or w/other workbooks.
2004 54 Having Fun with French, books 1 and 2 Hayes School Publishing Co., Inc. French Text. Workbook with materials for elementary school French classes (FLES). 17 two-page, theme-based units.
2004 54 Interaction: Revision de grammaire francaise Thomson Heinle French Text, workbook/lab manual, text audio CD. Takes advantage of new language-teaching technology and emphasizes Francophone language and cultures.
2004 54 Kontakt Deutsch: Deutsch fur berufliche Situationen Langenscheidt German Text. Business-German text with supplemental materials. Presents language and practices of German business culture. Entirely in German.
2004 54 L'italiano con l'opera: Lingua, Cultura e Conversazion Yale University Press Italian Text. Uses opera to enhance students' knowledge of Italian while introducing them to an important element of Italian art/culture. Many group work activities.
2004 54 Schaum's Easy Outlines: German McGraw-Hill German Commercial study guide. Use to supplement reference and review of German grammar through the intermediate level.
2004 54 Streetwise French (2 titles) Contemporary Publishing Group/McGraw-Hill French Text/dictionary/thesaurus. Introduces students to authentic, contemporary colloquial French. Cautions about levels of informality/offensiveness of some terms.
2004 54 Picture Dictionary (in English, Japanese, French, Spanish, and Italian) The Gentle Revolution Press English, Japanese, French, Spanish, Italian CD-ROMs (10 volume series). Allow children to view a visual representation of vocab words, see the written word, and hear the word pronounced by a native speaker.
2004 54 Lengua Espanola. Manual para estudiantes Aplicaciones Practicas de la Triangulo Wayside Publishing Spanish Text presented in workbook format. Prepares students for the AP Spanish exam. Focuses on all of the language skills.
2004 54 The Ultimate French Review and Practice/French Grammar and Usage Passport Books/McGraw-Hill French Text. Concise review of French grammar with ample practice, reference. Designed for Anglophone learners of French.
2003 53 AP Spanish Literature Course Study Guide: Azulejo Wayside Publishing Spanish Text, principal content is Spanish literature, intended for high school junior and seniors who intend to take the AP Spanish Literature exam.
2003 53 Introductory College French Program with Accompanying Feature-length Film: Débuts and Le Chemin du retour McGraw-Hill French Film, text, CD, accompanying workbook & handbook, college French program provides engaging context for introducing language structures and cultural elements of Francophone world.
2003 53 Introductory Spanish Program for College: Dos Mundos McGraw-Hill Spanish Text, (5th edition), includes CD-ROMs, cassette, audio script, transparencies. Text retains most of features of previous version - the building blocks of the Natural Approach methodology.
2003 53 French Interactive CD-ROM for Secondary and College Levels: La Chaise Berçante Les Éditions 3D French CD-ROM, interactive CD whose central part is an animated film called Crac, the story of a rocking chair through many generations. Contains invaluable examples of dialects of French and focuses on cult
2003 53 Franco-American Civil War Novel in Translation: One Came Back Images from the Past, Inc. ALL Text, classic war novel that follows the adventures of a French Canadian soldier during the American Civil War.
2003 53 Spanish Intermediate Reader: Perspectivas Heinle & Heinle Spanish Text, accompanying CD, 6 themes that use poems, readings, cartoons, stories and advertisements to introduce Spanish.
2003 53 Introductory Italian Program for College: Prego! An Invitation to Italian McGraw-Hill Italian Text, audio CD, workbook, multimedia CD-ROM, transparencies, etc., fifth edition. Introductory level program offering systematic approach to study of Italian. Stimulating, well-integrated program.
2003 53 First-year College Spanish Program: Puntos de partida McGraw-Hill Spanish Text, workbook, audio CD, video and CD-ROM, 6th edition, communicative focus that develops speaking, listening, reading and writing. Includes vocabulary, grammar and cultural information.
2003 53 Workbook for German Film: Exercises for the Study of Film: Schulz & Schulz FilmArobics, Inc. German Film, accompanying exercise book, containes 8 10-15 minute segments/lessons that list vocabulary, cultural notes and contains exercises.
2003 53 Introductory Linguistics Text for Postsecondary Spanish Students: Spanish/English Contrasts: A Course in Spanish Linguistics Georgetown University Press Spanish Text, 2nd edition, aimed at both general audience and post-secondary students of Spanish linguistics
2003 53 Teaching Methods Text: Teaching Language in Context Heinle & Heinle all Text, methods text with technological updates. Addresses ACTFL Proficiency Guidelines. Reference text for teachers
2003 53 Reference Work: The Big Blue Book of French Verbs McGraw-Hill French Text, methodical and complete, logically organized, that correctly conjugates most every known French verb.
2003 53 Reference Work: The Big Red Book of Spanish Verbs McGraw-Hill Spanish Text, useful volume of verb conjugations, includes a guide book, excellent reference book.
2003 53 Documentary Film: The Bronze Screen: 100 Years of the Latino Image in Hollywood Questar, Inc. Spanish Film, well-researched documentary that chronicles the roles Latinos have played on the screen from the days of the silent movies until present.
2003 52 Etincelle: Magazine et cassette avec exercises pour niveau intermédiaire. Authentik Language Learning Resources Limited French Magazines & cassettes, authentic intermediate and advanced level publications in French
2003 52 A Spanish Reader Series Nextext, McDougal Littell Spanish Text, anthologies of Hispanic literature including major writers from Latin America and Spain and cover the period from Spanish Golden Age to twentieth century
2003 52 Horizons, Second Edition Heinle & Heinle French Text, workbook, CD, video and Internet link, text employs communicative approach with emphasis placed on Francophonie throughout text
2003 52 Japanese for Young English Speakers Georgetown University Press Japanese Text, two volumes, a two-year proficiency-based program designed to teach American high school students how to communicate with native speakers of Japanese
2003 52 French Verb Book with All the Answers Brigham Young University Press French Text, companion to Motivating with Love: A Memoir, provides quizzes on grammar, etc.
2003 52 Mudwork, Creative Clay, Dough and Modeling Experiences Bright Ring Publishing, Inc. Spanish / English Text, explores bilingual world of art (English/Spanish) through a hands-on physical approach. Use as supplementary resource in bilingual or FLES setting at preschool or elementary level.
2003 52 Musical Spanish The Musical Linguist Spanish Text, music CD, interactive CD-ROM, promotes retention of grammar through music lessons
2003 52 Nuevas voces hispanas: contextos literarios para el debate y la composición Prentice Hall Spanish Text, short stories particularly suited for bridging gap between classes that emphasize grammar and those that focus on reading, writing and speaking
2003 52 Oggi in Italia Houghton Mifflin Co. Italian Text, workbook, audio program, seventh edition, bright information packed language learning program with themes in politics, economy & social issues
2003 52 Paroles: Introductory French, 2nd edition John Wiley & Sons French Audio CD and interactive CD-ROM, Video, manual, strategy-based pedagogical approach to linguistic authenticity, expanded cultural sections, full color design
2003 52 Qu'en pensez-vous? Ecriture critique et sociale Holt, Rinehart and Winston French Text, presents method for close reading that moves students from generalization to asking questions, emphasis on articulation of personal values and beliefs
2003 52 ¿Quién se robó los colores? Wayside Publishing Spanish Text, based on pre-Columbian myth, is intended to complement 3rd and 4th year Spanish high school
2003 52 Spanish Simplified JRI Press Spanish Audio, audio based vocabulary lessons with accompanying flashcards
2003 52 Sur le vif: Niveau intermédiaire, 3rd edition Heinle and Heinle French Text, workbook and audio, 9 chapters focusing on vocabulary, grammar includes readings by francophone authors
2003 52 Vis-á-vis, 2nd edition McGraw Hill French Text, workbook, audio, video, CD-ROM, promotes a balanced four-skills approach to learning French through a variety of listening, speaking, reading and writing activities
2002 51 Five Cs: The Standards for Foreign Language Video and WorkText Package Heinle & Heinle Publishers ALL Video & text, effective tools for introducing and exploring the Standards
2002 51 Ready! Set! Sign! Burch, O'Brien & Novitsky ASL CD-ROM, 24 lesson computer-based course in sign language designed for beginners
2002 51 Pronunciation Power 2: Intermediate/Advanced Blackstone Multimedia Corporation ESL CD-ROM, lessons, exercises and instructions for teaching pronunciation at the intermediate and advanced levels of ESL
2002 51 A French City Speaks Bernard Petit Productions French Video, study guide, in-depth and thorough documentary on Nogent-le-Rotrou, includes 12 categories: The region, tradition, government, work, school, youth, family, seniors, health, women, minorities, & values.
2002 51 A La Française. Correct French for English Speakers University Press of America French Text, French composition, stylistics or translation, easy to use in learning how to write idiomatic and correct French.
2002 51 Qui est le plus fort? Les éditions Bouton d'or Acadie Creole / Cajun Text, children's book based on famous Louisiana folk tale, teaches vocabulary, interesting and authentic Cajun and Creole literature
2002 51 Guide de Lecture: La Poésie de Pierre de Ronsard, Louise Labé, Jean de La Fontaine, Charles Baudelaire et Guillaume Apollinaire Wayside Publishing French Text, study guide to help prepare high school students for Advanced Placement Exam in French literature
2002 51 Facts about Germany. Tatsachen uber Deutschland. Societats-Verlag German Text, published in 13 languages, free fact book about Germany available through Federal Republic of Germany including
2002 51 Deutsch im Berufsalltag Harcourt College Publishers German Text and CD-ROM, provides intermediate students with introduction to idiom and culture of professional German, intended use for one-semester course
2002 51 Remembering the Hiragana. A complete Course on How to Teach Yourself the Japanese Syllabary in 3 Hours, and Remembering the Katakana. With a Supplement on Learning How to Remember Japan Publications Trading Co., Ltd. Japanese Text, well organized and useful primer to the basic Japanese syllabary.
2002 51 Sorpresas, Third Edition Harcourt College Publishers Spanish Text, collection of short stories, literary selections and exercises offer practice in reading, writing, and conversation as well as vocabulary expansion and cultural understanding
2002 51 Al tanto: Catorce cuentos contemporaneos Houghton Mifflin Spanish Text, 14 short stories used to focus on vocabulary and reading comprehension, strongest feature is the information on reading strategies
2002 51 De lector a escritor: El desarrollo de la communcacion escrita, 2nd edition Heinle & Heinle Spanish Text, composition text to improve written communication in Spanish, includes current affairs in Spanish-speaking countries
2002 51 Plazas. Lugar de encuentro para la hispanidad Heinle & Heinle Spanish Text and CD-ROM, workbook and manuals, introduces polite phrases, numbers, verbs and interrogatives, vocabulary builder, and cultural/language facts in each chapter
2002 50 2000 Ans d'histoire de France, new edition Havas Interactive and La Cinquieme Multimedia, France French CD-ROM, comprehensive and thorough survey of French history and civilization, including music and art history.
2002 50 Berlin, Symphony of a City Facets Video, Chicago, IL German Film, black & white, not rated, classic film takes viewers on a dazzling 24-hr roller coaster ride through Berlin anno 1927
2002 50 Broadening the Frontiers of Foreign Language Education National Textbook Company ALL Text, 11 articles presented at 1995 Central States Modern Language Conference, addresses the need for more diversified approach to foreign language education, offers rich variety of activities
2002 50 The Chateaux of the Loire Films for the Humanities and Sciences French Film about French civilization, well-documented account of French Renaissance, great photography
2002 50 Contacts: Langue et culture françaises Houghton Mifflin Company French Text, Cassettes, CD-ROM, Resource Manual, aimed at students in two and four year colleges, complete coverage of French grammar, cultural info and vocabulary
2002 50 Dans un Quartier de Paris: Interactive CD-ROM Program for Macintosh Computers Yale University Press French CD-ROM, transcripts, glossary and Workbook, multimedia presentation of Marais neighborhood of Paris, interviews with residents, footage of streets, buildings and monuments
2002 50 Entrevistas: An Introduction to Language and Culture McGraw Hill Spanish Text, cassette, CD-ROM, Video, lessons organized into 15 chapters, each focusing on one or more Hispanic countries, including Hispanics in USA, good entry-level program, content-based
2002 50 Fuentes: Conversacion y gramatica and Fuentes: lectura y redaccion Houghton Mifflin Company Spanish Text, based on philosophy that students more efficiently acquire communication skills by development awareness and appreciation of hispanic cultures. Each chapter focuses on cultural theme.
2002 50 ¡Hola amigos! Houghton Mifflin Company Spanish Text and supporting materials; chapter themes allow for functional use of language.
2002 50 Ima! 1 EMC Paradigm Japanese Text, workbook, cassettes, CDs, teacher's manual and activities pack, three level Japanese beginner's program for secondary school students, chapters organized around cultural themes,
2002 50 Quant à moi: Témoignages des Français et des francophones, Manuel de classe Heinle and Heinle Publishers French Text, focus is on listening and speaking, highlights French speaking countries, conversations about housing, cuisine, leisure time and work
2002 50 Qué te parece? McGraw Hill Spanish Text, Manual, CD, cassette, video, second edition integrates listening, speaking, reading and writing skills, attractive multimedia components
2002 50 Spanish on Your Own Houghton Mifflin Co Spanish Text, specifically for the adult learner presents essentials of Spanish grammar and vocabulary, prepares non-traditional learners for communication at work or in community
2002 50 Wheelock's Latin, 6th edition Harper Collins Publishers, Inc. Latin Text, introductory Latin text, basic premise remains that optimal way to learn classical Latin is to read the best ancient authors, emphasis on philosophical and literary culture of Roman world
2001 49 Caminos, first edition Houghton Mifflin Spanish Text, Activities Manual, audio CD and Video, complete video-integrated program for introductory Spanish incorporates myth, folklore and local regional culture.
2001 49 Neue Horizonte, fifth edition Houghton Mifflin   Text, workbook, cassette, video, CD-ROM, instructor's kit, introductory German course draws on the strengths of both the communicative approach and the immediate use of acquired skills
2001 49 Allons-y! le français par étapes Heinle and Heinle French Text, audio CD program & CD ROM packet, 12 chapters based on everyday themes with interwoven situational, cultural, grammatical and structural elements
2001 49 Claro que si, fourth edition Houghton Mifflin Co. Spanish Text with audio cassette, activities manual, introductory communicative Spanish program, emphasis on task-based learning for language proficiency and cultural awareness
2001 49 Discovering French (Bleu) Heath & Company, a division of Houghton & Mifflin Co French Text & CD-ROM, nine units organized around a theme, includes a cultural note, grammatical notes, vocabulary and pronunciation
2001 49 English Grammar for Students of French: The Study Guide for Those Learning French, fourth edition Olivia and Hill Press French Text, ancillary text for students who have trouble with grammar
2001 49 Italia Contemporanea: Conversations with Native Speakers Yale University Press Italian Video & Workbook, series of conversations with native Italians presented in an interview format
2001 49 The Jeweled City: The Cathedral of Chartres Films for the Humanities, not rated French Video, 50 minutes of French Gothic churches
2001 49 Nakama 1: Japanese Communication, Culture, Context Houghton Mifflin Company Japanese Text & cassette, Instructor's Manual, introductory language text focusing on listening, speaking, reading and writing
2001 49 Latin for the 21st Century: From Concept to Classroom Scott Foresman-Addison Wesley Publications Latin Text, collection of 24 essays for those who teach Latin
2001 49 Discovering French (Rouge) Heath & Company, a division of Houghton & Mifflin Co French Text & CD-ROM, 10 units which all have two parts focusing on vocabulary & syntax, reading and cultural information
2000 48 Learn French Now! Deluxe Edition Transparent Language, Inc. French CD-ROMs, interactive, user-friendly program with dialogues, pronunciation and spelling functions
2000 48 Motivos de conversación: Essentials of Spanish, 5th edition McGraw-Hill Higher Education Spanish CD-ROM, accompanies 1st year Spanish textbook, vocabulary, grammar and interactive conversation activities
2000 48 Japanese Now! Deluxe Edition Language Learning Software Transparent Language, Inc. Japanese CD-ROM, interactive language-learning environment, real-life setting
2000 48 Learn German Now! Deluxe Edition Transparent Language, Inc. German CD-ROMs, interactive, user-friendly program using an "interactive immersion learning environment."
2000 48 Comedian Harmonists Amazon.com German film depicts Comedian Harmonists' formation, maps their road to fame and concludes with their final concert in 1934
2000 47 Caminos: An Introductory Spanish Multimedia CD-ROM Houghton Mifflin Company Spanish CD-ROM, self study CD to go with Caminos text
2000 47 Japanese: The Spoken Language Interactive CD-ROM Program Yale University Press Japanese CD-ROM, program focused on spoken Japanese, not reading or writing
2000 47 Latin Studio Centaur Systems, LTD Latin CD-ROM, compilation of diverse tutorial programs for Latin language and culture
1999 46 Cuba: Las hijas de Fidel Films for the Humanities & Sciences, Princeton Spanish Video, interview footage of life in Cuba and the relationship with the US
1999 46 French for the Real World Knowledge Adventure, Inc. French CD-ROM, interactive French listening drills in format of a road rally
1999 46 Schlafes Bruder Movies Unlimited, Philadelphia German Video, based on Robert Schneider's literary success
1999 46 Conversations Around the World: in France and in Argentina, Costa Rica, Mexico & Spain Athelstan French / Spanish CD-ROM, four programs that present conversations using authentic colloquial language in cultural contexts
1999 46 Faust: The Man and the Legend Films for the Humanities & Sciences, Princeton German Video, introduction to the life of legendary Faust
1999 46 Allez, viens! Holt, Rinehart and Winston French Video, teenage scenarios in Francophone
1999 46 The Ultimate Multimedia Spanish Vocabulary Program NTC Publishing Group Spanish CD-ROM, vocabulary building program
1999 46 Art and Life in Africa Art and Life in Africa Project, University of Iowa   CD-ROM, thorough view of diverse African cultures through artistic artifacts
1999 45 Azubi: Apprentices in Berlin PICS, University of Iowa German Video, based on learning about schooling and training for young people interested in learning about schooling and training for young people in Germany
1999 45 La Révolution Française: L'ancien Régime Films for the Humanities & Sciences, Princeton French Video, part of a series of the French Revolution about Louis XIV
1999 45 Hop and Skippy's Language Island Matt Wolf Enterprises, Arizona Spanish CD-ROM, interactive Spanish grammar, vocabulary and numbers
1999 45 Allez-viens! Holt, Rinehart & Winston French CD-ROM, integrated with the rest of the Allez, viens! Program,
1999 45 Sitting on the Farm Sanctuary Woods, California French / Spanish CD-ROM, listening, reading, singing and writing modes for learning language
1999 45 Vorsprung: Computerized Study Module Houghton Mifflin German CD-ROM, to accompany First Edition by Thomas Lovik contains exercises designed to provide practice in vocabulary, grammar, and reading comprehension
1999 45 GrammarTutor: Spanish Idiom Software, Inc. Spanish CD-ROM, comprehensive grammar review program
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