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Short description:
This CD-ROM is an independent, interactive multi-media resource for
language learners who like to participate in natural colloquial North
American English and who are interested in North American customs and
culture. Intermediate level language learners will be able to practice
using idioms in common real-life situations to improve their
understanding of specific idioms in various contexts.
Detailed description:
Multimedia Components
Each unit of North American Idioms contains:
video dialogues
additional audio scripts
clickable idioms
text and audio definitions
engaging interactive learning activities
visual illustrations of certain idioms
Key Features:
increase awareness of North American cultural values and attitudes
through contextual uses
recognize and produce frequently used idioms
distinguish between literal and idiomatic meanings
understand and apply specific idioms meanings
observe and listen to video clips of young people in common
situations
practice idioms with stimulating activities and receive
immediatefeedback to monitor your progress
use North American Idioms in the classroom, a language lab, or at
home
work at your own pace
System Requirements:
Windows: Pentium PC; with Windows 95/98 or NT; 32 MB of RAM; sound
card; 8-bit color monitor; 640x480 resolution 256; 2X speed CD-ROM
drive; QuickTime 4.0 (included on CD)
Macintosh: PowerPC, System 7.5 or higher; 16 MB RAM; 2X speed CD-ROM
drive; 640x480 resolution 256; QuickTime 4.12 (included on CD)
North American Idioms.
