Author(s): Wightwick, Jane

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A fun and lively all-audio introduction to Arabic for busy people, incorporating sound effects, an engaging story-line, and language games ndash; on CD format ndash; from a leading author of Arabic language learning materials. The ... On the Move series is an audio program for beginners wanting to learn a language in a busy world. This Italian course is more innovative and appealing than other comparable audio titles ndash; which are based on repetitive listen and repeat method. A lively narrator guides the listener through the course; combining with two native speakers who also take part in an engaging story line that periodically develops through the recording.Vocabulary and key phrases are introduced in a managable way (no endless lists of words), including sound effects to help the listener memorise them. Audio language games provide a fun way of testing and reviewing. And for a taste of authentic Arabic, natural un-scripted conversations are included to attune the learner to the speed at which Arabic is really spoken.