subject: Should You Download Rocket Spanish? - Will it Actually Work? [print this page] Author: samantha williams Author: samantha williams
Rocket Spanish is an online Spanish learning program. Does it really work?
WHAT DO YOU GET WITH YOUR PURCHASE?
Rocket Spanish is a software system for download or as a set of CDs. The system consists of audio recordings, videos, and special software. In addition, you get access to a Learning Lounge where you can test your skills, and communicate with other users and instructors.
The basic approach is to teach Spanish by Visual Association. Visual association is how you learned your first language. You SAW an object and HEARD the word simultaneously. In this manner you quickly and effortlessly picked up the meanings of words. Rocket Spanish tries to replicate this process with the use of software, audio, and video.
HOW WELL DOES IT WORK?
Rocket Spanish is powerful, IF you can commit to working with the system regularly. Ideally, you should attempt to view the material for a little time everyday (at least 30 min - 1 hr a day). The lessons are made to build on each other. Therefore, being consistent is crucial.
Picking up a language is alot like learning to ride a bike. For the first little while you may feel that you aren't getting anywhere. If you keep going, however, you will hit a point where things suddenly "fall into place". You will find yourself making sentences without effort and hearing most of the words in the audio recordings.
You can then add more vocabulary and advanced grammar to your repertoire.
IS THIS THE BEST SYSTEM FOR EVERY STUDENT?
Some people find it difficult to focus unless there is some outside pressure such as an upcoming "exam" or a teacher checking their "homework".
Rocket Spanish is a do it yourself approach. It is powerful but you have to provide the consistency yourself.
If you feel you need the pressure of a class situation in order to follow through, look into a class at a local college. Keep in mind that classroom instruction will cost much more and will take longer.
If you are sincere about learning the Spanish language and can put aside a little time each day, Rocket Spanish can get you speaking Spanish in a couple of months.
