Rocket Languages Reviews

Rocketlanguages is my favorite way to learn french. I like the format, lessons are usually less than half an hour and then I through all the reviews, which are words and phrases from the lesson. Also, I downloaded all the audio lessons and put them on my ipod so I listen to them as I drive back and forth to work. At age 52, I need to immerse myself in french and Rocketlanguages helps me do that better than anything else out there. And it's reasonably priced to boot. I highly recommend the Rocket languages system.
Dan OBrien

I love the idea of learning a new language by virtual communication and opportunity to be tested after each lesson. The best of all I find the "know it- say it" column as you are being asked to repeat sentences you are struggling with! I have just started with 'The Rocket German' and must say its absolutely refreshing with its unique approach to learning!

Excellent way to practice speaking and listening to German. You can learn words and phrases by repeating them lots of times in useful contexts, which seems more effective than trying to memorise them from a list.

This program is great. I am a Chinese and I do speak English and Mandarin, but Spanish is something totally different. I hope this wonderful Spanish learning web site can help me learn fast so I can start communicate with my wife's family.
All in all, I think the program is great, I didn't use any customer service or any help from the site yet, so I cannot make any comment on that.

Frankly, I think Rocket Italiano is very good. Though it is slow going for me, it does seem thorough. I do think the price is perfect and if I get through this first course, I will continue with the next course. I am going to Sicily at the end of June and the first part of July, so I hope I have it somewhat together by then.

Motivation to learn a different language is the key. I like the way Rocket Italiano has provided different ways to keep this interesting. The testing is interesting, as is trying to speak the way the instructors speak. I have not gone through the entire course step by step, but I have jumped around a bit and keep coming back for more.

I am wondering though if there is a major difference between the Italian language and the Sicilian language. I have relatives in Sicily and I am going to try to communicate with them when I am visiting. Some of them I have never met. It should be interesting. I will continue the course when I get back and if I am comfortable enough, I will enroll in the next Rocket Italiano course. As of right now though, it seems that I have a long way to go.

On the plus side, the website is attractive and functions well. The interactive lessons are well-structured and nicely done. I appreciate that they make continued improvements, such as the addition of Write It in the testing sections. Also appreciate that both sound and text are downloadable and the website allows you to listen to only the parts of the lessons you want. I haven't taken advantage of any "social" features like the Forum but I appreciate that Rocket tries to foster a community. The "points" system is an interesting idea.

On the downside, I think there's too much repetition of non-essential vocabulary in the testing sections (I really don't think lesson or unit are words to keep hammering me with). I also think built-in flashcards linked to My Vocabulary would be nice or perhaps automated flashcards for each section. It's also not clear the sequencing of the lessons. This is partially intentional but you'll find yourself tested on material you haven't seen if you don't move across all the lesson types. That said, I've given feedback to the team on many points and they've nearly always been responsive and eager to help and take feedback.

Read More

Very good language course, giving the appropriate amount of information required at your stage of development! It doesn't swamp you with too much grammar, only enough to keep you seeking more, using your own initiative.

the incremental approach along with the programmed steps/lessons makes the learning process much easier than deciding on your own what to study and how to study. Also, the repetition of key words/phrases from earlier lessons in subsequent lessons really does solidify the material. I also really like the MegaFrench modules. There is so much variety to the available tools. If you want to hit it hard you can use the dialogue lessons/review/know it; if you want to get exposure without too much effort, you can do the games. Brilliant!

great. easy way to learn. having lots of fun and exercising my mind. this is a fun, educational way to spend a snowy day in Pennsylvania. I would highly recommend this course to both young and old alike. wonderful language aid for school children and fantastic way to deter dementia in the elderly.

- dialogue very clear
- good variety of topics in lessons
- maybe a touch over priced
- lesson review sections do not always save for me at the first time of trying
- cultural elements very interesting

I Appreciate the desire to keep updating and adding to the service