Anyone ever learned a new language using Rosetta Stone (or know anyone who has)?

[Bleacher Creature]

Just curious if it's worth the money. I took Spanish in high school (ages ago), but really want to be able to have a passable conversation with Spanish speaking friends, colleagues, etc.

[wickerwoman]

1. It's not worth the money.

www.livemocha.com has basically the same software for free plus social networking features that let you chat with native speakers whenever you want.

[spinbaby]

2. Hey, thanks!

That looks like a cool site to brush up on my Japanese skills.

[Bleacher Creature]

3. Thanks. Never heard of it, but it looks pretty good.

[kentauros]

5. Hey, thanks for the link!

Now I can learn Farsi :D

I would actually like to learn it and Arabic. It would help immensely in researching Middle Eastern cultures for writing :)

[bigwillq]

6. I might have to check that link out.

Thanks. :hi:

[Blue_Tires]

4. I'm learning Portuguese

I ordered the first two units in spring '08 and am finishing up the second unit now (I have also ordered Unit 3 but have not yet started)...So far my opinion has been very positive as it does build up a very strong and usable foundation...Granted, it is expensive, you can find a promotional deal from time to time to save some cash...It was worth every penny to me, ymmv.

[bikebloke]

Local Library

My local library has it online for free (for county residents).

I've also used LiveMocha, but the instructions aren't always clear. So I drifted away in frustration after some negative peer feedback. So when I gave feedback, I made doubly sure it was encouraging, while showing the corrections.

[Iggo]

7. If you took Spanish, you already know enough.

What you have to do is start speaking it regularly with these friends and colleagues.

Practice makes perfect.