- Format: Animated, Color, DVD-Video, Live, NTSC, Import
- Language: English
- Region: All Regions
- Aspect Ratio: 1.33:1
- Number of discs: 1
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- Studio: Cerebellum Corp
- Release Date: April 10 2000
- Run Time: 90 minutes
- Average Customer Review: 3.7 out of 5 stars See all reviews (3 customer reviews)
- ASIN: 158198300X
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Product Description
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The first hint that this isn't your normal, staid Spanish review course is the subtitle that's flashed across the screen: the "Salsa-riffic World of Spanish." The Standard Deviants, a cast of ebullient young performers who believe no joke is too bad as long as its memorable, bring their talents to a course in introductory Spanish in this video. Lots of flashy graphics keep things lively, but the course material itself is rock solid--it's been approved by an academic panel. Following some basic information on where Spanish is spoken, the real lessons begin with instruction on pronunciation and the Spanish alphabet (which, of course, uses some typographical symbols not used in English). A bit of vocabulary is imparted as the pronunciation lessons progress, and after some pointers on capitalization, simple lessons in practical conversation begin. The video proceeds to the inescapable bane of many language students, conjugating verbs. While this production won't be a substitute for an actual course in Spanish (and the cast specifically points out that it doesn't intend to be), the presentation is consistently energetic, with the lessons easy to remember. Someone who is interested in learning (or reviewing) basic material will no doubt gain from watching it. --Robert J. McNamara
Additional Features
The Standard Deviants DVD contains the entire two-hour intensive Spanish tutorial from the award-winning VHS version of the same name. In addition, the DVD features new footage not included in the VHS version, as well as an interactive component unparalleled in the DVD world. From a main menu, viewers can select which lesson they want to view. Retention is increased through four interactive drill-style quizzes on pronunciation, the numbers, pronouns, and the verbs ser and estar. After mastering the quizzes, viewers can tackle El Grande, a comprehensive final exam. This multiple-choice test covers all the major concepts in the tutorial, and informs viewers of right and wrong responses. Viewers also have the option to select "Quick Review," a complete review of the entire program, and "Vocab Review," which reviews all the Spanish vocabulary covered in the program. The "Helpful Info" section lists key verb conjugations and grammar rules taught in the program. And finally, viewers can get a behind-the-scenes tour of Cerebellum's studios and preview other products, including the popular No-Brainers series of lifestyle videos. All this with the improved digital image and sound quality of DVD.
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2.0 out of 5 stars
This may not work in your DVD player...,
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This review is from: The Standard Deviants - Habla Espanol? (Learning Spanish) (DVD)
I have a one year old Zenith 5 disc DVD player and it doesn't work for me.
4.0 out of 5 stars
Very helpful,
By A Customer
This review is from: Standard Deviants: Spanish 1 (VHS Tape)
This video is a great extra for leaning those tricky verbs, not to mention "las muy bellas!"
5.0 out of 5 stars
Great tape for fun learning,
By A Customer
This review is from: Standard Deviants: Spanish 1 (VHS Tape)
I love the way the Standard Deviants teach. This video is a fun, step by step way of learning Spanish. I can't forget some of this stuff because of the style.
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