Beginner Mandarin - Bundle

A winning combination - Online Version & MP3 Audio

Level 1 Online Version - Start Learning Today - No Installation Required!

HOW DOES IT WORK?

• Learn using a web browser from any computer (see System Information).
• You immerse yourself with easy-to-achieve goals. Learning a new language is far too big a task to tackle all at once, so we have broken it down into a series of rewarding challenges.
• Associating new words along with pictures is proven to reinforce them in your memory. Furthermore, there are opportunities to record your pronunciation and hear it repeated to judge your progression.
• Earn points for every game you play. High scorers can go on to win bronze, silver and gold awards, which you can print out as a record of achievement.

SOFTWARE FEATURES

• Simple user interface keeps things easy
• Fun games, interactive activities, challenging quizzes
• 10-minute sessions keep you engaged
• Learn colors, numbers, time, parts of the body, food, shopping, common phrases and countries
• Intelligent system targets your weak points
• Recording feature helps you perfect an accent
• Printable phrasebook for learning on the go

MAKE LEARNING FUN!

• Practice the language with native speakers using an interactive recording feature
• Keep games challenging with two levels of difficulty
• Earn points during games and quizzes, and achieve awards
• Exercises are game-based to keep you coming back for more!
• Focuses on the basics of the language so you don?t get overwhelmed
• Immersive learning helps you practice speaking in real-life situations

WHY LEARN MANDARIN CHINESE?

• China’s economy is the second largest in the word and is predicted to become the world’s largest economy by the year 2016.
• Many companies do business in and with China.
• China is one of the most traveled to destinations on the planet.
• Knowing basic Mandarin Chinese words and phrases before traveling to China or a Mandarin Chinese-speaking country will help you feel more at ease during your trip.

Visiting China

China’s economy is predicted to become the world’s largest by the year 2016. In fact, it is becoming increasingly common for businesses to open entire divisions there. But China is experiencing a tourism boom, as well. Worldwide, China is one of the hottest tourist markets right now, and is the third most visited country. While traveling to China, it is good to keep in mind that while English is becoming more popular, most of the Chinese population does not understand it. There are many varieties of the Chinese language, but Mandarin is widely accepted as a standard form.

 A few of the major travel destinations in China include the Great Wall, the Forbidden City and the Temple of Heaven in Beijing, Hong Kong and the Kowloon Peninsula, and Nanjing Road in Shanghai. Beyond sightseeing, travelers will want to try real Chinese cuisine. There are many regional styles with some of the most popular being Szechuan, Cantonese, Huaiyang, Shandong, Anhui, Fujian, Hunan Jiangsu and Zhejiang cuisines.

Mandarin Chinese-speaking Countries

Mandarin Chinese is spoken in most of northern and southwestern China, Taiwan, Singapore, Malaysia, and even in the United States. In fact, there is a large Mandarin Chinese-speaking community in New York City.

 Here are some of the basic Mandarin Chinese phrases that you will use often:

• Zhège du¨­sh¨£o qián? (How much does it cost?)
• Cèsu¨¯ zài n¨£li? (Where is the bathroom?)
• H¨§n g¨¡oxìng rènshì n¨«. (Nice to meet you.)
   

Audio Digital Download

• The quickest way to learn a language — download now!
• Learn beginning Mandarin Chinese in your car, at home,
  on a plane or just about anywhere!
• Easy to follow — for all levels and styles of learning!

  Learn on the GO with Mandarin Chinese audio lessons for your iPod/iPhone/iPad® or MP3 player!

Learn at your own pace — you control how fast you want to go!
Mandarin Chinese Beginner Audio allows you to start learning a new language when you have time. Maybe that’s when you are commuting, exercising or sitting on a plane — you can learn Mandarin Chinese just about anywhere with lessons for your iPod/iPhone/iPad® or MP3 player.

Language experts agree that learning from native speakers and using the proven immersive language techniques is the best way to become fluent in a new language.

With Mandarin Chinese Beginner Audio, you can: Learn on the go at your own pace Build vocabulary and confidence Perfect your pronunciation Begin to understand a new language

Learn Mandarin Chinese in just 5 minutes a day!
From Beijing to Changsu, now you can join the conversation with the Mandarin Chinese Beginner Audio! Build a bilingual base with essential vocabulary and key phrases, and go from beginner to advanced speaker with fun and easy-to-use lessons in Mandarin Chinese!

2.5 hours of immersive learning!
In the following categories:

• Alphabet & Sounds
• Greetings, Introductions & Subject Pronouns
• Gender Agreement, Physical Descriptions & Corresponding Verbs

A fun, easy and affordable way to learn Mandarin Chinese!
Experts agree that the best way to learn a new language is by surrounding yourself with native speakers. Instant Immersion’s Mandarin Chinese Beginner Audio learning system takes advantage of one of the most widely used methods in professional language learning to help you learn Mandarin Chinese fast!

• Easy enough for the whole family to use
• Learn on the go with these lessons for your iPod® or MP3 player
• Perfect for business, travel, school or as a refresher
• Master essential beginning vocabulary
• Immerse yourself in dialogue spoken by native speakers

ZIP File Contents: MP3 files, a PDF file with the transcript of the audio, a PDf file with instructions for use with Windows Media Player and iTunes, a PDF file with instructions on how to convert MP3 files into a standard audio CD.

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