The Methodology
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Why are Power-Glide Programs so Effective?
They are a Blend of the Best Innovations Based on Up-To-Date Understanding of Linguistics and Learning Psychology.
With few exceptions, language-learning methods have not changed much in the past 50 years. What you typically find today is the old "listen-and-repeat" methods done with new technology: tapes, CDs, computers, etc., packaged and worded to make them seem new. But they usually aren't new at all. They are the same old "uglies" of language learning repackaged to look new. The essence hasn't changed.
Occasionally a few creative geniuses have made breakthroughs in language learning.
For example:
Each breakthrough has added something to language learning effectiveness. But, each method focused on its own approach almost exclusively. Then one linguist, Dr. Robert Blair, took the most revolutionary step of all. He put the best of them together into a systematic learning process, added his own innovations, and tested and validated it with thousands of students. This integrated and improved result is now known as the POWER-GLIDE method.
Power-Glide programs are revolutionary because they do not limit themselves to one type of learning strategy, but utilize the best practices from around the world. Most developers of language training have one primary strategy that they use. It might be listening and repeating, or role-playing, mnemonics, games, Diglot-Weaves*, or any number of other approaches. While these methods might be good for certain situations, the Power-Glide programs use each strategy for its best application. Thus, the overall learning is accelerated exponentially. Also, the variety of learning activities and approaches make it easy for all types of learners to absorb the language faster than with traditional methods.
The self-paced nature of the courses makes it possible for teachers or parents who do not know the target language to help a child learn without any prior training. Our courses actually offer teacher/parent guides that are filled with ideas to keep students motivated and progressing.
* The Diglot-Weave ™ story is another effective technique used in the Power-Glide Courses. This technique smoothly weaves a new language into the native language of the learner. The principle behind the Diglot-Weave, bridging from the familiar to the unfamiliar, characterizes the Power-Glide learning philosophy.
UNIQUE FEATURES OF POWER-GLIDE PROGRAMS
(And What They Mean to the Learner)
1. Language specific
Unlike most language training programs, Power-Glide courses are designed for speakers of specific languages, rather than the "one size fits all" approach. This takes advantage of what each language community knows and avoids wasted effort.
2. Based on up-to-date information/research on linguistics, learning psychology, etc.
While the Power-Glide method is new, novel, and to some, even "different," it is based on solid research and the most up-to-date information on the relevant disciplines.
3. Involves learners in immediate use of the language in contextually correct situations
Power-Glide courses avoid the drudgery of the rote memorization of words and rules by immediately involving the learners in practical use of the language in real situations. This tactic keeps learner interest, confidence, and motivation high.
4. Uses adventure stories and activities
From the beginning, students are involved in an exciting adventure story and activities that are designed to feel more like a fun game than a lesson. Learners subsequently enjoy the process and the story-like narrative motivates learners to continue learning as they wonder, "What will happen next?"
5. Uses multiple methods of learning: music, stories, activities, etc.
People have different learning styles. By using various methods, music, stories, etc., everyone's style is included and interest is increased.
6. Uses Diglot-Weaves™
Students start with familiar stories in their own language and gradually transition into the new language. By placing words and phrases from the new language wrapped in words they know, the context provides meaning and makes the learning an almost effortless, natural process.
7. Takes learners from the known to the unknown along the most effortless path
While learning a foreign language can be challenging, it does not need to be brutal. The Power-Glide method guides the learners through the most productive and intuitive paths.
8. Uses memory devices and phonemic approximations
Learning pronunciation and remembering words and phrases of another language are greatly facilitated by memory devices and approximations from the users own language. This also reduces the "fear" of learning that many people experience by introducing new language through familiar means.
9. Starts with young children before their language "compartments" solidify
While Power-Glide programs can be used by anyone at any age, particularly effective are our courses for young children whose minds are still open to learning a language as a native speaker. By giving them the tools to speak a foreign language while they are young, the language will feel natural, like skin, rather than attached like clothes.
10. Teacher doesn't need to know the language
One of the greatest advantages of Power-Glide courses is the fact that the teacher, parent or facilitator doesn't need to know the language in order to assist the learner in the process. An added bonus is that the person assisting also learns while they help the student move through the course.
11. Uses tests and gives academic credit
By working with school systems, many Power-Glide courses include academic tests that are recognized as, and can qualify for, school credit. This systematic testing also provides additional motivation and evaluation for the learner.
12. Other innovative strategies
Power-Glide offers learners more learning methods than any other training provider. With over 25 different methods in the Power-Glide course, learners are guaranteed the highest likelihood of retention, enjoyment, and desire to progress.
The Diglot Weave™ Top ^
The Diglot Weave, from the Greek di, meaning two, and glot, meaning language, is a breakthrough in language learning. This methodology smoothly weaves the new language into the learners' own, taking them from the familiar to the unfamiliar. Gradually moving from their own language to the target language quickly builds comprehension skills and increases confidence.
You may recall stories written in a style that replaces words with pictures. A story written in this style is called a rebus. Diglot Weaves build on the rebus methodology by introducing the actual foreign words into the story.
While it may seem at first to be simple random word replacement, the process is carefully and deliberately designed to lead the learner to an understanding of the foreign language. Like a puzzle, learners fit together unfamiliar words and phrases with those that are familiar. In this way, they begin to think in the foreign language by understanding the underlying rules for composing sentences.
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