EcofonCall©

In 1988, our method ECOFON CALL© (Computer Aided Language Learning) received an award from Worlddidac Foundation as one of the world`s best language learning methods. For more than 15 years, it has been used by government offices as well as businesses. The reason for the award was not only its innovative method, but also its value as a training tool.

This course for learning efficiency captivates through its methodics and relevance. Novices are easily able to understand grammatical hints and explanations. The lesson’s sequence is easy to process until absorption of knowledge reaches high levels. Scientific evaluations have proven that one hour of learning using ECOFON CALL© amounts to an efficiency 3 to 5 times higher than group lessons.

ECOFON CALL© lets you to decide for yourself when and how often you want to learn. ECOFON CALL© works for any language level up to the ability to take exams for an international language diploma.

ECOFON CALL© works according to the following elements:

Acoustic image

You hear a text, you comprehend individual words, then you try to make sense of the content of the whole text.

Caption with sound

You hear the text again while you read it. You connect words with spoken text to understand the overall meaning.

Memory training

You reconstruct the text on the screen word by word and thus train your memory, hearing, the feeling for the language as well as your writing skill.

Pronunciation and speaking abilityg

Using the new technique, you practice your pronunciation, conversation speed as well as the melody of a foreign language.

Personal notes

Achievement of language comprehension is dependent on your personal notes. You understand grammar, the architecture and background of the language. Notes are made directly on the screen and are saved on your personal memory disk. You can print out your notes at any time.

Exercises and tests

To consolidate the material learned, exercises and tests are available. You communicate with the computer to complete your language knowledge.

Teaching materials

Additional teaching materials are clearly arranged. Dialogues regarding the individual lessons are available in the text printouts. The grammar book includes the grammatical rules. Optimal support to the computer learning is guaranteed.

Coaching

Computers can never replace humans! Your personal coach discusses individual topics and learning difficulties you may encounter. If needed, you have the option for customized vocabulary and language topics to meet your individual needs.

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