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This famous BBC course uses the award-winning character MUZZY, engaging kids’ natural ability to learn language.  The current BBC Muzzy Language Course includes story DVDs, song DVDs, vocabulary CDs and more.  Available in Levels 1 and 2, the BBC Muzzy 20th Anniversary Edition language courses combine 5 languages in one – French, German, Italian, Spanish and English.

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According to a recent article, the number of Greeks turning up at the German Language Institute in Athens and other language schools, has increased dramatically over the past year. Economic data has shown that Germany’s economy is strong with a low unemployment rate, both of which are highly attractive to other countries and, in particular, to the Greeks. Learning the German language would be advantageous in finding jobs.

Ulrike Drissner, deputy head of the Goethe Institute in Athens explains her impression of the rise in the number of Greeks learning German. She says that, ”We do connect it to the crisis,’ adding, ‘They are desperately trying to find better opportunities in the labour market whether it be in Greece or abroad.’

Read more about why Greeks are learning the German language>>

What are your thoughts on the rise in the number of Greeks learning the German language? Are you living in Greece or know of someone living there who is learning German? Why do you think learning German would be beneficial? We’d love to hear from you. Please send us your comments using the Comments box below.

Enjoy learning languages in a completely unique and fun way with Earworms Rapid language courses. Listen to the rhythmic repetition of songs and melodies to help you learn the language by using your long-term memory or what they call the ‘accelerated learning technique’. You will be speaking real language without even realising it! The Earworms Rapid language course range is available in Arabic, Brazilian Portuguese, Cantonese, Dutch, French, German, Greek, Italian, Japanese, Mandarin Chinese, Polish, Portuguese, Russian and Spanish. Learn to speak a language in 70 minutes and on the go with Earworms Rapid Languages!

01 Earworms Rapid Arabic

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language: Arabic
method: audio cd, MP3 download (phrasebook is included)

Learn essential words at the heart of the Arabic language and how to put them together to make yourself understood. Volume 1 deals with the essentials you need for a trip abroad, whilst Volume 2 deals with more general conversational terms including the past, present and future tenses. This  is a fun way to learn a language rapidly and will have you speaking real Arabic straight away! This product is available as a download as well as on audio CD.

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02 Earworms Rapid Brazilian Portuguese

level: beginner (Volume 1) – intermediate (Volume 2)
language: Brazilian Portuguese
method: MP3 download only (phrasebook is included)

Learn essential words at the heart of the Brazilian Portuguese language and how to put them together to make yourself understood. Volume 1 deals with the essentials you need for a trip abroad, whilst Volume 2 deals with more general conversational terms including the past, present and future tenses. This  is a fun way to learn a language rapidly and will have you speaking real Brazilian Portuguese straight away!

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03 Earworms Rapid Cantonese

level: beginner (Volume 1 only)
language: Cantonese
method: audio cd, MP3 download (phrasebook is included)

Learn essential words at the heart of the Cantonese language and how to put them together to make yourself understood. Volume 1 deals with the essentials you need for a trip abroad. This  is a fun way to learn a language rapidly and will have you speaking real Cantonese straight away! This product is available as a download as well as on audio CD.

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04 Earworms Rapid Dutch

level: beginner (Volume 1 only)
language: Dutch
method: audio cd, MP3 download (phrasebook is included)

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05 Earworms Rapid French

level: beginner (Volume 1) – intermediate (Volume 2)
language: French
method: audio cd, MP3 download (phrasebook is included)

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06 Earworms Rapid German

level: beginner (Volume 1) – intermediate (Volume 2)
language: German
method: audio cd, MP3 download (phrasebook is included)

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07 Earworms Rapid Greek

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language: Greek
method: audio cd, MP3 download (phrasebook is included)

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08 Earworms Rapid Italian

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language: Italian
method: audio cd, MP3 download (phrasebook is included)

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09 Earworms Rapid Japanese

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language: Japanese
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10 Earworms Rapid Mandarin Chinese

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language: Mandarin Chinese
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11 Earworms Rapid Polish

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language: Polish
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12 Earworms Rapid Portuguese

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language: Portuguese
method: audio cd, MP3 download (phrasebook is included)

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13 Earworms Rapid Russian

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language: Russian
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14 Earworms Rapid Spanish

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language: Spanish
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15 Earworms Rapid Turkish

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language: Turkish
method: MP3 download (phrasebook is included)

Learn essential words at the heart of the Turkish language and how to put them together to make yourself understood. Volume 1 deals with the essentials you need for a trip abroad. This  is a fun way to learn a language rapidly and will have you speaking real Spanish straight away! This product is currently only available as a download.

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01 Michel Thomas Method START German NEW!

level: beginner – this START course replaces the Introductory course from previous Michel Thomas ranges
language: German
method: audio cd, mp3

Learn 50 essential words at the heart of German and how to put them together to make yourself understood. This one-hour introduction to the Michel Thomas Method will have you speaking real German straight away and help you to decide if this method of language learning is for you.

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level: beginner – this TOTAL course replaces the Foundation Course, Vocabulary Builder and Foundation Review from previous Michel Thomas ranges
language: German
method: audio cd, visual review course and interactive exercises for PC or Mac

The 12-hour Michel Thomas Method Total German works with your brain, helping you to build up your German in manageable, enjoyable steps by thinking out the answers for yourself. You learn through listening and speaking without the pressure of writing or memorizing.

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03 Michel Thomas Method PERFECT German NEW!

level: intermediate/advanced – this PERFECT course replaces the Advanced course, Vocabulary Builder and Advanced Review from previous Michel Thomas ranges
language: German
method: audio cd, visual review course and interactive exercises for PC or Mac

Perfect German with the Michel Thomas Method includes up to nine hours of audio on CD. Become a fluent speaker and understand any situation with this follow-on advanced course.

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04 Michel Thomas Method MASTERCLASS German NEW!

level: intermediate/advanced – this two-hour course replaces the Language Builder course from previous Michel Thomas ranges
languages: German
method: two CDs audio cd/mp3

This course is for true language-lovers who want to widen their vocabulary in a one-to-one seminar using the Michel Thomas method. The present, future, conditional and past tenses are covered in this fully audio course with two hours of teaching. Learn German at home, in your car or on the move with your mp3 player.

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Previous editions of Michel Thomas Method language courses:

01 Michel Thomas Method Speak German Get Started Kit

level: beginner
language: German
method: audio CDs

The Michel Thomas Method Speak German Get Started Kit is a two-hour short course audio method for learning German. Join your teacher in a class on the CD and you will soon be able to construct simple sentences to speak basic German. By the end, you will have the confidence to understand and speak some German.  It is the first two hours of the Speak German for Beginners course.

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02 Michel Thomas Method Speak German for Beginners

level: beginner
language: German
method: audio CDs

The Michel Thomas Method Speak German for Beginners is an eight-hour, 100% audio method for learning German. Join your teacher and you will soon be able to construct simple phrases. You will learn the language with other students, hearing both their successes and their mistakes to keep you motivated and involved throughout the course. By the end, you will have the confidence to understand and speak German.

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03 Michel Thomas Method Speak German Advanced

level: intermediate to advanced
language: German
method: audio CDs

An audio method for learning German. Join your teacher and fellow students to learn and improve on your German language, hearing both their successes and their mistakes to keep you motivated and involved throughout the course. By the end, you will have advanced vocabulary, excellent conversation skills and greater confidence to speak German.

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04 Michel Thomas Method Speak German Vocabulary Builder

level: intermediate to advanced
language: German
method: five audio CDs and a zippered case

An audio method for learning German. Join your teacher and build on what you have learned in previous Michel Thomas German language courses, by hearing correct pronunciations from native German speakers with lots of opportunity for practice. This course will help you learn 1000 German words and phrases towards having greater confidence to speak German.

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05 Michel Thomas Method Speak German Language Booster

level: intermediate to advanced
language: German
method: audio CDs, booklet, zippered travel case

An audio method for learning German. Join your teacher and fellow students to enhance your German language. By the end of this course, you will have expanded vocabulary, a greater knowledge of expressions and much improved all-round German comprehension.

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Other editions of Michel Thomas Method German:

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The festival is officially opened on the first day by the Lord Mayor of Munich at midday. He has the honour of tapping the first keg of Oktoberfest beer. Once the keg is opened, all of the public can have a drink of beer. The beer is then served every day for the entire festival. There are also family days, rides, carnivals and music that run alongside the beer-drinking.

What’s more, entry to the event is free to the public although you do have to pay for the beer!

The origins of the festival began in 1810 when Crown Prince Ludwig (who later became King Ludwig the First) and Princess Therese of Saxe-Hildburghausen commemorated their marriage with a great horse race. It wasn’t until 1887 that the large beer tents were brought in for the tens of thousands of festival goers to enjoy. Nowadays, there are literally millions of visitors each year with tourists coming in from the United States, Japan, Brazil and Australia as well as the neighboring countries in Europe. It has become a world famous event with over 6 million litres of beer drunk every year! Das ist eine menge bier!

Last year was a particulary special year as the festival celebrated its 200th anniversary!

Find out how to learn to speak German >>

Find out more about German culture >>

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01 Teach Yourself One-Day

level: complete beginner
languages: French, German, Greek, Italian, Mandarin Chinese, Polish, Portuguese, Spanish, Turkish
method: audio
media: cd, booklet, dvd (French, Spanish only)

If you’re a complete (and we mean complete) beginner, then these may be the courses that get you started with French, German, Greek, Italian, Portuguese and Spanish in just one-day. Perfect for that holiday or weekend break. Much better than just speaking English.

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02 Teach Yourself Starter Kits

level: complete beginner
languages: French, German, Italian, Spanish
method: traditional with add-ons!
media: book, phrase book, flashcards, cd

If you’re a complete (and we mean complete) beginner, then these may be the courses that get you started with French, Italian and Spanish! A new series by Elisabeth Smith based on learning 5 words a day to give you a confident start. You have everything you need to get going with a language book, phrase book, flashcards and 2 CDs.

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03 Teach Yourself Instants in 35 minutes a Day

level: beginner
languages: French, German, Greek, Italian, Japanese, Portuguese, Russian, Spanish
method: traditional with add-ons!
media: book, cd

Never been able to learn a language before? Then try the Instants. They offer a quick solution by teaching you only the words and phrases that really matter and bypass difficult grammar which gets you speaking your new language from the first week. And it keeps you motivated by telling you what you need to do for 35 to 45 minutes each day for 6 weeks!

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level: beginner – intermediate
languages: Arabic, Bulgarian, Croatian, Dutch, French, Gaelic, German, Greek, Hindi, Irish, Italian, Japanese, Mandarin Chinese, Norwegian, Polish, Portuguese, Russian, Spanish, Swedish, Thai, Turkish, Welsh
method: audio
media: cd

Where Michel Thomas has not gone, these audio-only Teach Yourself Conversation courses go! Learn to both speak and understand your language.

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05 Teach Yourself Complete Language Courses

level: beginner – intermediate
languages: over 50 languages from Afrikaans to Zulu
method: traditional
media: book, cd

Great if you’re a beginner or a ‘false’ beginner and you’ve studied a bit of the language before. From Afrikaans to Zulu, the complete courses offer a comprehensive guide to understanding, speaking and writing the language. Takes you from beginner to intermediate and will refresh ‘rusty’ knowledge. The complete course contains a book and CD.

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06 Teach Yourself Improve Your …

level: intermediate
languages: French, German, Italian, Spanish
method: traditional
media: book, cd

Ideally suited if you have a good grounding in a language and are early intermediate. These courses will extend your languages skills at the same time as you learn more about the country and its culture. This series includes a book and double cd.

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07 Teach Yourself Beginner’s Scripts

level: beginner
languages: Arabic, Chinese, Greek, Hindi, Japanese, Russian, Urdu
media: book

These books help you learn the scripts of non-Roman alphabets from scratch, with the help of examples of real-life text. The ideal companion to one of the Teach Yourself language courses.

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08 Teach Yourself Essential Grammar and Vocabulary books

Teach Yourself Quick Fix Grammar

level: beginner
languages: French, German, Italian, Spanish
media: book

These pocket-sized books will give instant help to those learning a language and needing to get to grip with the most important grammar points quickly. This series is ideal for the absolute beginner or the intermediate student wanting to check grammar points quickly and easily, with one grammar point explained on each page. The ideal companion to one of the Teach Yourself language courses.

Teach Yourself Essential Grammar

level: beginner – intermediate
languages: Dutch, English, French, German, Irish, Italian, Latin, Portuguese, Russian, Spanish, Welsh
media: book

These grammar guides are suitable for students of all levels. You can work through them as a course or dip into them to check a grammar point or extend your knowledge. The ideal companion to one of the Teach Yourself language courses.

Teach Yourself Essential Verbs

level: beginner – intermediate
languages: French, German, Italian, Spanish
media: book

If you need to refresh your memory on how verbs work, then this is the series for you. It covers 200 frequently used verbs and gives examples of how they can be used in context. The ideal companion to one of the Teach Yourself language courses.

Teach Yourself Essential Vocabulary

level: beginner – intermediate
languages: French, German, Italian, Spanish
media: book

These vocabulary books will take your existing knowledge and build up your vocabulary systematically with the most useful words. The ideal companion to one of the Teach Yourself language courses.

read our Teach Yourself verbs and grammar review!
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09 Teach Yourself World Cultures

level: all
cultures: China, England, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, Portugal, Russia, Spain, Wales
media: book

The teach yourself world cultures range gives you everything you need to know about your chosen country in one book. Designed to enrich your course or stay abroad, the topics covered include language, culture, geography, food and drink, fashion and the practicalities of living in the country. Each chapter also includes a list of useful words and phrases, plus contacts and further information. These books give an insight into the customs and ways of each country, touching on subjects such as government, language, arts, festivals and food with fascinating facts and figures. These guides are full of really good information, so you can really get more out of your stay and get to know people more easily.

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10 Teach Yourself Religion

level: all
religions: Buddhism, Catholicism, Christianity, Hinduism, Islam, Judaism, Sikhism, World Faiths
media: book

teach yourself religion series presents all the essential information to gain knowledge of particular faiths. Covering everything from the religions’ key texts to dietary requirements, these books raise fascinating questions about specific religious beliefs and practices.

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language advantage has selected the best and most innovative language courses abroad so you can learn to speak another language in the country where it is spoken.   How have we done this?   We’ve spent the past few years working with language schools and we’re now recommending the ones that offer a great service. We’ve spent our time searching, so you can spend your time learning.

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Buy a BBC Muzzy Language Course for your children in 5 languages from the BBC Shop>>
UK and Europe only *** Please check DVD region is suitable for your country***

Learning a language will never be this easy again. Up to the minute scientific research shows that the brain’s ‘window of opportunity’ for learning a second language is from birth to ages 10 or 12. Experts say early learning enriches overall mental development, including improved memory and better cognitive and listening skills. This could be the most important gift you ever give your child.

This famous BBC language course uses the award-winning character MUZZY, compelling stories and delightful songs to bring language to life. It’s fun and it works. Almost like magic, the proven ‘see-listen-and-learn’ technique engages kids’ natural ability to learn language.

The BBC Muzzy 20th Anniversary Edition language course includes:

3 Muzzy Story DVDs in 5 Target Languages (French, German, Italian, Spanish AND English (ESL)
1 Song DVD in the 5 Target Languages
A 5 Language storybook for parents and kids
2 Vocabulary Builder Program CD
Welcome to Muzzy Parents’ DVD
Parents’ Instructional Guide
Collector Tin Storage Case

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01   BBC Muzzy Language Courses – 20th Anniversary Edition Level 1 for children

level: Children
languages: All five languages – French, German, Italian, Spanish and English (ESL)
media: DVD (Region 2), CD, CD-ROM, book

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02 BBC Muzzy Language Courses – 20th Anniversary Edition Level 2 for children

level: Children (includes more new words, phrases, new usage for conversation and construction)
languages: French, German, Italian, Spanish and English (ESL)
media: DVD (Region 2), CD, CD-ROM, book

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01 Give a foreign language-speaking Language Littles toy doll

These lovely Language Little bilingual toy dolls will enchant your child and will also help them to learn a language while they are playing.  You can choose from dolls who speak French, German, Spanish as well as English!  There are dolls for boys and girls – Lizzie speaks Spanish as well as Ricky Speaks Spanish.  Each Language Little will recite between 25 and 30 phrases in their language.  Soon your child will be repeating new words – including greetings, numbers, colours and days of the week.
for more information and to buy a Language Little from our Language Advantage Kids store [USA]>>

02 Give an International Teddy

How about an International Teddy for your child this year?  These cuddly teddies are wearing t-shirts with an international image such as a flag or a national landmark. Give your children a cute, cultural gift this year and broaden their horizons.
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03 Give a language toy or game

You can find many of the toys and games your child already play in other languages too – so get them to pick up a new language through play.  From board games in other languages to sticker books, DVDs, videos, CD-ROMs and more – there are lots of ideas to try! You may even enjoy Scrabble or Monopoly in Spanish! Give your children a language gift and they’ll be having so much fun, they won’t realise they’re learning a language … and you’ll be giving them one of the most fantastic gifts a parent can give child.
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01 Give a language calendar

Start off the New Year with a 2011 calendar in Spanish, French, German or Italian! At under $15 (or under £10 each), you’ll be able to learn to speak a little bit of your new language every day, as well as to find out when important international holidays and events take place.  Get your friends, family and colleagues organised and give them the language advantage too!
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02 Give a foreign language movie

Give a foreign language film on DVD to learn a bit of the language you are learning, and see it in real use!  Pop on and follow the subtitles or see how much you can pick up by just watching the film. You’ll learn a lot about the culture of the country the film is set in too. With prices from $5 (or £3), this is a perfect budget gift and a perfect present for your friends, relatives or colleagues to help them to pass a cold winter’s night!
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03 Give a CD in another language

A CD in another language is a great budget gift for language advantage aficionados!  Take a look at our selection of world music – there is music in many languages and from many cultures. You’ll be surprised at how quickly you will be learning the language and singing along.  A great gift
for the music lover in your family and it is sure to get a party going over this holiday season!
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04 Give a language course

There are lots of language learning courses to choose from, and we have hand-picked the bestselling ones on languageadvantage.com! Why not give a Michel Thomas or Pimsleur language course? Or, how about something from the Teach Yourself range? We have a range of self-study courses for the complete beginners, as well as language courses up to intermediate and advanced levels – perfect for that friend or colleague who has let their language skills go a bit rusty.  The language courses vary in price and are not as expensive as you might think, especially if you order them a new one for their iPhone!
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05 Give a language gadget

With surprisingly reasonable prices (some are under $30 or £20), an electronic language dictionary or translator is a great gift to give the person who has everything, especially if they are an avid world traveller!  They’ll never be stuck for words – and will always be able to find a phrase to start a conversation in another language.  You will find the latest in language technology with speech-to-speech translators and dictionaries for your iPhone.  These language gadgets are really cool!
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