Heiner Schenke

Talk German Completehas everything you need to make the move from absolute beginner to confident German speaker – all in one pack! Inside the pack you'll find 2 x full-colour course books, 1 x full-colour grammar guide and 4 x audio CDs. Whether you’re learning for business, travel or just for fun, its clearly structured, step-by-step approach will ensure you’re soon able to communicate confidently in German in a range of everyday situations, from ordering food to renting property. Combining the bestselling Talk German 1, Talk German 2 and Talk German Grammar, its enjoyable activities, interactive audio and clear, jargon-free grammar explanations will quickly develop your skills and encourage you to make genuine progress right from the start. Make real progress using the successful, proven Talk method. Develop your language skills with tips and strategies to help you learn. Express yourself more confidently through taking part in real German conversations. Also available for French, Italian and Spanish Free online video resources at: www.bbc.co.uk/languages/german/talk www.bbactivelanguages.com

The flagship course from Teach Yourself, Complete German is specifically designed for the self-leaner. It is comprehensive but flexible, allowing learners to take control of the learning process and work at their own pace. Perfect for the absolute beginner or anyone who wants to rekindle their knowledge and love of the German language and culture, Complete German features: Clear and Simple Explanations: Learn German in a way that's easy to understand, even if you're just starting out. All-Skills Practice: Build your speaking, listening, reading, and writing skills with diverse activities throughout the course. Engaging Storyline: Stay motivated with a captivating story that connects all of your lessons. Authentic German Conversations: Listen to authentic German speakers and immerse yourself in the German rhythm and flow. Cultural Insights: Get a deeper understanding of German culture with vibrant notes and easy-to-access authentic resources. Discovery Method: Notice patterns on your own to boost your memory and help you retain what you've learned. Two Hours of Audio: Perfect your speaking, pronunciation and listening skills. Online Resources: Grammar guides, CEFR-level assessments (A1, A2, B1), and learning tools to reflect on your journey. Standout features: Convenient and Flexible: Study at your own pace, whenever and wherever works best for you. Comprehensive Content: From beginner to intermediate, Complete German covers everything you need to build your speaking, listening, reading and writing skills and advance to an intermediate level. Real-World Language: Learn German that you'll actually use, not just textbook phrases. Connect with authentic sources and culture. Stay on track No more giving up-this course keeps you moving forward, step by step with tools to support your learning and an engaging story to keep you curious.

Intermediate German: A Grammar and Workbook is designed for learners who have achieved basic proficiency and now wish to progress to more complex language. Each of the units combines concise grammar explanations with examples and exercises to help build confidence and fluency. The new edition includes: up-to-date cultural aspects of German-speaking countries extended entries on adverbs and the imperative Did you know? sections with tips on learning strategies, and on contemporary usage more exercises to refine retention Suitable for students learning with or without a teacher, Intermediate German forms a structured course of the essentials of German grammar and is suitable for students at intermediate level, corresponding to levels A2–B1+ on the CEFR or Intermediate High/Advanced Low with the ACTFL.

Intermediate German: A Grammar and Workbook is designed for learners who have achieved basic proficiency and now wish to progress to more complex language. Each of the units combines concise grammar explanations with examples and exercises to help build confidence and fluency. The new edition includes: up-to-date cultural aspects of German-speaking countries extended entries on adverbs and the imperative Did you know? sections with tips on learning strategies, and on contemporary usage more exercises to refine retention Suitable for students learning with or without a teacher, Intermediate German forms a structured course of the essentials of German grammar and is suitable for students at intermediate level, corresponding to levels A2–B1+ on the CEFR or Intermediate High/Advanced Low with the ACTFL.

Willkommen! 2 Intermediate course is a brand new multi-format German adult learning programme for classroom and home use. This listing is for the activity book. Also available is a coursebook, course pack, and CD and DVD set (see below for details). Created in consultation with teachers and learners it's the perfect follow-up to the Willkommen! Beginner's course and takes your learning further. It can also be used as a starting point for study to review and build on existing knowledge. This Activity Book contains hundreds of extra practice and review activities linked to the coursebook units. The course is full of learning features to help you progress in reading, writing, listening and speaking German. It's designed for classroom use but is also suitable for home study.-Reviews A1 and then maps from A2 to B1 of the Common European Framework of Reference (CEFR) for languages-10 learning units - plus extensive grammar sections and word glossary-Covers the topics and functions needed for the UK AS-level examination-Lively and contemporary themes - from food and fashion to travel, work, politics and the environment-Comprehensive coverage of key grammar and vocabulary - for communicating in a range of common conversational settings-Range of activities based on authentic materials - to see everyday German in context-Deutschland info sections - give practical and cultural insights into German lifeAlso available: Coursebook (ISBN 9781471805158): this full-colour 190-page coursebook is the primary text for the course. Ideal for classroom and home use. CD and DVD Set (ISBN 9781444165234): contains all the dialogues and listening activities included in the coursebook plus video content building on the real-life German used in the course. Course Pack (ISBN 9781473601390): includes the Coursebook, the CD and DVD Set and a Support Book containing a key to the exercises and audio transcripts).

*This listing is for the activity book. Willkommen! 1 is also available as a Course Pack, coursebook, and CD & DVD set.*Willkommen! 1 German Beginner's Course is a best-selling multi-format German adult learning programme for classroom and home use. Fully revised and updated for this new edition, the course includes a coursebook, course pack, activity book and CD and DVD set plus online activities. This blended learning approach will get you speaking, writing and understanding German with accuracy and confidence. The course covers levels A1 to A2 of the Common European Framework of Reference (CEFR) for Languages. Whether you are learning for general interest, for your job, holiday, or for an exam, Willkommen! 1 is packed full of comprehensive material and interesting features to improve your fluency and understanding.· Includes lively and contemporary topics from food, shopping and relationships to careers and life in Germany and German-speaking countries.· Book, audio and video content allow for flexible use in the classroom and at home.· Range of activities based on authentic materials including menus, brochures and interviews.· Different types of writing practice, including letters, CV, emails and blogs.· Listening material includes interviews, radio and TV clips. · 'Real-life' German videos demonstrate how the language is really spoken.· Deutschland info sections give practical and cultural insights into German life. Created in consultation with teachers and learners, Willkommen! 1 provides about 120 hours of study and is ideal for group-learning as well as for revision and self-study. Also available: Coursebook (ISBN 9781473672659): this full-colour 288-page coursebook is the primary text for the course. Ideal for classroom and home use. Course Pack (ISBN 9781473672673): includes the Coursebook, the CD and DVD Set and an online Support Book containing a key to the exercises and audio transcripts). CD and DVD Set (ISBN 9781473672642): contains all the dialogues and listening activities included in the coursebook plus video content building on the real-life German used in the course.

*This listing is for the coursebook. Willkommen! 1 is also available as an activity book, with a video and accompanying worksheets sold separately*Willkommen! 1 German Beginner's Course is a best-selling multi-format German adult learning programme for classroom and home use. Fully revised and updated for this new edition, the course includes a coursebook, with accompanying audio online, an activity book, and a video online with accompanying worksheets. This blended learning approach will get you speaking, writing and understanding German with accuracy and confidence. The course covers levels A1 to A2 of the Common European Framework of Reference (CEFR) for Languages. Whether you are learning for general interest, for your job, holiday, or for an exam, Willkommen! 1 is packed full of comprehensive material and interesting features to improve your fluency and understanding.· Includes lively and contemporary topics from food, shopping and relationships to careers and life in Germany and German-speaking countries.· Book, audio and video content allow for flexible use in the classroom and at home.· Range of activities based on authentic materials including menus, brochures and interviews.· Different types of writing practice, including letters, CV, emails and blogs.· Listening material includes interviews, radio and TV clips. · 'Real-life' German videos demonstrate how the language is really spoken.· Deutschland info sections give practical and cultural insights into German life. Created in consultation with teachers and learners, Willkommen! 1 provides about 120 hours of study and is ideal for group-learning as well as for revision and self-study. Also available: An online Support Book containing a key to the exercises and audio transcripts. Online video content (sold separately, ISBN 9781529373240): builds on the real-life German used in the course. Activity Book (ISBN 9781473672666): for extra practice and review linked to the coursebook units.

Willkommen! 2 Intermediate course is a brand new multi-format German adult learning programme for classroom and home use. This listing is for the coursebook. Also available is a course pack, activity book, and CD and DVD set (see below for details). Created in consultation with teachers and learners it's the perfect follow-up to the Willkommen! Beginner's course and takes your learning further. It can also be used as a starting point for study to review and build on existing knowledge. This full-colour 190-page coursebook is the primary text for the course. Indispensable for students, it's packed with a range of learning features to help you progress in reading, writing, listening and speaking German. It's designed for classroom use but is also suitable for home study.-Reviews A1 and then maps from A2 to B1 of the Common European Framework of Reference (CEFR) for languages-10 learning units - plus extensive grammar sections and word glossary-Covers the topics and functions needed for the UK AS-level examination-Lively and contemporary themes - from food and fashion to travel, work, politics and the environment-Comprehensive coverage of key grammar and vocabulary - for communicating in a range of common conversational settings-Range of activities based on authentic materials - to see everyday German in context-Deutschland info sections - give practical and cultural insights into German lifeAlso available: Activity Book (ISBN 9781444165203): for extra practice and review linked to the coursebook units. CD and DVD Set (ISBN 9781444165234): contains all the dialgogues and listening activities included in the coursebook plus video content building on the real-life German used in the course. Course Pack (ISBN 9781473601390): includes the Coursebook, the CD and DVD Set and a Support Book containing a key to the exercises and audio transcripts.

Willkommen! 2 Intermediate course is a brand new multimedia German adult learning programme for classroom and home use. This listing is for the Course Pack which includes the coursebook and CD and DVD set. The activity book is available separately (see below for details). Created in consultation with teachers and learners, it's the perfect follow-up to the Willkommen! Beginner's course or any beginner German course. It can also be used as a starting point for study to review and build on existing knowledge. This series comprises 10 units, each with a short educational video that provides an engaging and current overview of German culture and language. Shot on location in Frankfurt, the videos are closely related in topic to each unit in the book, and feature carefully curated interviews (a Green Party councilor with Turkish heritage; two generations of a family running a marble quarry and furniture business; a class of foreign-language students and their teacher; a local couple who hosts travelers from all over the world; an advertising executive who works on the 'Made in Germany' brand for clients such as Lufthansa). Frankfurt's beautiful riverside and historic centre provide the backdrop to the videos. You will visit the GoetheHaus, tour the university campus and sample the delights of the local market. Through the videos, you will be able to enter family homes, cafes and offices, to get a sense of how Germans live and speak today. This Course Pack contains:-Full-colour 190-page Coursebook - the primary text for the course. -CD and DVD set - containing all the conversations and listening activities from the Coursebook plus video content, building on the real-life German used in the course. The course is full of learning features to help you progress in reading, writing, listening and speaking German. It's designed for classroom use but is also suitable for home study.-Reviews A1 and then maps from A2 to B1 of the Common European Framework of Reference (CEFR) for languages-10 learning units - plus extensive grammar sections and word glossary-Covers the topics and functions needed for the UK AS-level examination-Lively and contemporary themes - from food and fashion to travel, work, politics and the environment-Comprehensive coverage of key grammar and vocabulary - for communicating in a range of common conversational settings-Range of activities based on authentic materials - to see everyday German in context-Deutschland info sections - give practical and cultural insights into German life-CD and DVD Set - contains all the conversations and listening activities from the coursebook plus video content building on the real-life German used in the course Also available: Activity Book (ISBN 9781444165203): for extra practice and review linked to the coursebook units.

Basic German: A Grammar and Workbook comprises an accessible reference grammar and related exercises in a single volume. The book introduces German people and culture through the medium of the language used today, covering the core material which students would expect to encounter in their first years of learning German. Each of the 29 units presents one or more related grammar topics, illustrated by examples which serve as models for the exercises that follow. These wide-ranging and varied exercises enable the student to master each grammar point thoroughly. Features include:• Clear grammatical explanations with examples in both English and German• Authentic language samples from a range of media• Checklists at the end of each unit to reinforce key points• Cross-referencing to other grammar chapters• Full exercise answer key• ‘Did you know?’ sections with extra learning tips on specific grammar points and insights into current usage of German• Glossary of grammatical termsThe new edition has been thoroughly revised, including more varied exercises for practice, and grammar points have been reformulated to use a more learner-centred approach. Suitable for independent study and for class use, Basic German: A Grammar and Workbook is the ideal reference and practice book for beginners, as well as for students with some knowledge of the language.

Basic German: A Grammar and Workbook comprises an accessible reference grammar and related exercises in a single volume. The book introduces German people and culture through the medium of the language used today, covering the core material which students would expect to encounter in their first years of learning German. Each of the 29 units presents one or more related grammar topics, illustrated by examples which serve as models for the exercises that follow. These wide-ranging and varied exercises enable the student to master each grammar point thoroughly. Features include:• Clear grammatical explanations with examples in both English and German• Authentic language samples from a range of media• Checklists at the end of each unit to reinforce key points• Cross-referencing to other grammar chapters• Full exercise answer key• ‘Did you know?’ sections with extra learning tips on specific grammar points and insights into current usage of German• Glossary of grammatical termsThe new edition has been thoroughly revised, including more varied exercises for practice, and grammar points have been reformulated to use a more learner-centred approach. Suitable for independent study and for class use, Basic German: A Grammar and Workbook is the ideal reference and practice book for beginners, as well as for students with some knowledge of the language.

Do you want to have more meaningful conversations in German? Do you want to feel comfortable in a variety of situations? Based on authentic texts, such as songs, poems, and conversations between native speakers, this course will help you improve and build upon the language you already have so that you develop your skills to a level where you can enjoy communicating in German. Incorporating information about the culture, history and geography of Germany and its influence on the language, you will be introduced to the more advanced points of German grammar, as well as more colloquial language, and develop your vocabulary so you can express your opinion on a number of topics, as well as react to other people's opinions. What will I achieve by the end of the course? By the end of Enjoy German you will have increased your capacity to understand the spoken and written language, and furthered your ability to communicate with German speakers, orally and in writing. This course aims to take you to a solid intermediate level. You will reach an Advanced Low to Mid level of the ACTFL (American Council on the Teaching of Foreign Languages) proficiency guidelines / B2 level of the CEFR (Common European Framework of Reference for Languages). Is this course for me? If you already know some German and want to take it further, this is the course for you. It's perfect for the self-study learner, with a one-to-one tutor, or for the post-beginner classroom. What do I get? A coursebook with over two hours of audio online that features: - Ten units that cover more complex situations than your basic tourist scenarios - Carefully levelled and sequenced material - a solid path to build up your knowledge - Authentic texts, such as poems, songs, excerpts and conversations to present the language - Learn through the Discovery Method which helps you notice and retain the language you learn - Learn to learn - tips and advice on becoming a better language learner - Easy to use workbook format. What else can I use to learn German? If you require an absolute Beginner course, you can try our Get Started in German: 9781444174625 If you want a comprehensive Beginner to Intermediate course, you should try our Complete German: 9781444177398To access the accompanying audio for this book, please visit library.teachyourself.com. You can stream the audio online for free, or download it to the free Teach Yourself Library app, available on iOS and Android. Rely on Teach Yourself, trusted by language learners for over 80 years.

Talk German Grammar is your essential handbook for learning German either at home or in a class. Using the tried-and-tested principles of the successful Talk method, it demystifies grammar and guides you through all the key structures of German in a way that's very easy to follow, even if you have no experience at all of grammar and grammatical terminology. With its straightforward approach and clear, attractive layout Talk German Grammar promotes a real understanding of how German works and how it relates to English. Its clear explanations, hundreds of useful examples and valuable learning tips and strategies help you really get to grips with the language - and interesting practice activities reinforce the language patterns, helping you remember what you've learnt. Talk German Grammar is the perfect companion to Talk German and Talk German 2 and can be used successfully alongside any German learning materials. Master the key structures of German with clear, jargon-free explanations and examples. Practise what you've learnt with engaging activities and quizzes. Boost your vocabulary with simple word conversion strategies. Also available for French, Italian and Spanish www.bbactivelanguages.com

If you already have the basics and want to learn more German, this advanced beginner audio course will boost your confidence to understand and speak German. Practise the most frequent words and expressions for: -renting a car -booking a hotel room -meeting at a party -ordering starters and drinks -ordering a main course and a dessert -talking about yourself and your family -talking about likes and dislikes -travelling about town -making arrangements -talking about a weekend break. You'll progress in your understanding by working out language patterns for yourself, personalize your German with interactive role-plays and perfect your pronunciation to sound more natural. This advanced beginner German course contains an MP3 CD. You can download the audio files on this disc from your computer to your MP3 player or play it in an MP3 CD player. Also included is a handy phrasebook and a PDF coursebook for reading and writing practice. Keep Talking German - Ten Days to Confidence maps to A1 of the Common European Framework of Reference (CEFR) for languages. Rely on Teach Yourself, trusted by language learners for over 75 years.

Do you want to develop a solid understanding of German and communicate confidently with others? Through authentic conversations, vocabulary building, grammar explanations and extensive practice and review, Complete German will equip you with the skills you need to use German in a variety of settings and situations, developing your cultural awareness along the way. What will I achieve by the end of the course? By the end of Complete German you will have a solid intermediate-level grounding in the four key skills - reading, writing, speaking and listening - and be able to communicate with confidence and accuracy. Is this course for me? If you want to move confidently from beginner to intermediate level, this is the course for you. It's perfect for the self-study learner, with a one-to-one tutor, or for the beginner classroom. It can also be used as a refresher course. What do I get? -23 learning units plus verbs reference and word glossary and revision section -Discovery Method - figure out rules and patterns to make the language stick -Teaches the key skills - reading, writing, listening, and speaking -Learn to learn - tips and skills on how to be a better language learner -Culture notes - learn about the people and places of Germany -Outcomes-based learning - focus your studies with clear aims -Authentic listening activities - everyday conversations give you a flavour of real spoken German -Test Yourself - see and track your own progress *Complete German maps from Novice Low to Advanced Low level proficiency of ACTFL (American Council on the Teaching of Foreign Languages) and from A1 Beginner to B1/B2 Upper Intermediate level of the CEFR (Common European Framework of Reference for Languages) guidelines. This pack includes a full-colour book and one MP3 CD-ROM of audio material. You can also stream the audio from library.teachyourself.com or listen offline on the Teach Yourself Library app. What else can I use to learn German? If you require an absolute Beginner course, you can try our Get Started in German Absolute Beginner course: 9781444174625 If you want to take your German further, you should try our Perfect Your German: 9780071784672 Rely on Teach Yourself, trusted by language learners for over 80 years.