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Adams, T. (2010, September 14). Introducing Version 4 [Web log message]. Retrieved from
This reference was very informative and reliable because it is an article by the current C.E.O. of Rosetta Stone, Tom Adams. It introduces the newest version of Rosetta Stone, TOTALe, and lists and explains the new features. These new features enhance the language learning experience, and make it even more user friendly. Date visited: October 3, 2011.
Al Mekhlafi, A.G. (2006). The effect of Computer Assisted Language Learning (CALL) on
United Arab Emirates English as a foreign Language (EFL) school students’ achievement
and attitude. Journal of Interactive Learning Research, 17(2), 121-142.
This research journal addresses the effect of computer-assisted language learning in a specific area. Their research shows that Language learning technology could help overcome the obstacle of learning a foreign language. Date visited: October 4, 2011
Diller, K.C. (1981) Neurolinguistic clues to the essentials of a good language teaching
methodology; comprehension, problem solving and meaningful practice. In H. Winitz
(Ed.), The comprehension approach to foreign language teaching (pp. 141-153). Rowley,
MA: Newbury House Publishers.
This reference took a neurolinguistic view on the important components of teaching a foreign language, and also looking at the results of the learner’s comprehension and performance to demonstrate the most effective way to learn another language. Date visited: October 4, 2011
| Juliet Norton. (2010). Interview with Tom Adams, Chief Executive Officer, Rosetta Stone Inc. Strategic Direction, 26(10), 35-37. Retrieved October 2, 2011, from ABI/INFORM Global. (Document ID: 2248700571). |
This interview is with the current C.E.O, Tom Adams, talks about the future plan for Rosetta Stone Inc. It talks about the various levels and how they affect learning development and demonstrates that these features mimic the natural way humans learn language. These two aspects improve the learner’s ability to retain the knowledge. Date visited: October 4, 2011
Krohn, G., & Dixon, D. (n.d.). Learning a new language changed their lifes; RosettaStone ltd.
Announces “Rosetta stories” contest winners. Retrieved from http://www.rosettastone.com/usassets/documentation/NRRosettaStoneContestWinnerAnnounceFinal.pdf
This article gives real life testimonies of Rosetta Stone user’s experiences with this software and how it affected their lives and ability to learn a new language. This was a very useful resource because it gave reviews of actual users, not just people from the company which gives a more accurate account of what feature actually works. Date visited: October 3, 2011
Kunz, R. (2011, August 30). Why not to buy Rosetta Stone [Web log message]. Retrieved from
This article gave an account of one user who did not like Rosetta Stone, and why he did not like the software. It goes into detail about why the future buyer should not buy the software. Rosetta Stone is too expensive, vague and overall ineffective. Date visited: October 3, 2011
Our history [Web log message]. Retrieved from http://www.rosettastone.com/global/history
This reference is directly from Rosetta Stone and it gives a detailed account of the history of the technology and the company. It talks about the inspiration for this software, who was involved, how they were able to program it, and where the company is today. Overall, it gives the reader a general knowledge and understanding of the history of Rosetta Stone. Date Visited: October 3, 2011
Rockman, E. (2009, July). Rosetta Stone evaluation report. Retrieved from
This scientific study compares the guarantees of the Rosetta Stone software with the actual results of test subjects. It takes a specific look at the Spanish language version and tracks the learner’s progression. The results show that Rosetta Stone is a effective and efficient form of language learning. Date visited: October 2, 2011
Rosetta stone and general research (n.d.) Retrieved from
This resource gave general information and statistics about the Rosetta Stone software; it mentioned pertinent information about the history of the company, as well as the various aspects and features between the levels of the program. Overall, this reference gives very broad but important information. Date visited: October 4, 2011
Steinberg, G. (2008). Introduction to computer information systems. Dubuque, Iowa:
Kendall/Hunt Publishing Company.
This textbook explains the fundamental aspects of information technology; it goes into great detail to explain how software, Internet, and other computer programs work. This reference is a resource to help understand how a software works step by step, and how it affects other technology. Date visited: October 3, 2011
Stone, R. (Producer). (2009) To Wall Street and beyond. [Web Video]. Retrieved from
This video informs the viewer of the newest accomplishments of Rosetta Stone; it shows how far they have come as a company. Now, they are the only Language Learning System Company on Wall Street. This video also addresses the primary focus of Rosetta Stone and the way they think it is most efficient to learn a language. Date visited: October 2, 2011
Tien-Lok, J.L. (2003). SLLS: An online conversational spoken language learning system Master
Thesis of Engineering in Computer Science. Massachusetts Institute of Technology,
MA
In this online conversation, Tien-Lok, discusses the initial problems with language learning systems such as learning correct pronunciation with technology. He explains how it is difficult to replicate a natural context and environment that will teach correct pronunciation. It emphasizes that is it extremely important to learn the correct pronunciation as a beginner learning the language rather than later. Date Visited: October 3, 2011
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