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. 111 Downloads.AbstractIn the United States, law enforcement officers may need to communicate with suspects or witnesses who are not native speakers of English. We assessed the effectiveness of the Officer Safety and Communication Spanish, Level I course (Alentado, 1995), a three-day workshop designed specifically for law enforcement personnel. Both role-play performance and perceived ability of the officers to use Spanish at work increased as a result of participation, and effectiveness did not decrease significantly six months after the course. Assessment of the effectiveness of study aids was inconclusive. Job-specific short courses in a second language can be effective for teaching limited language skills.

Authors’ Note: This research was supported by a Saint Vincent College Faculty Development Grant. The researchers would like to especially thank and acknowledge the work of Jose M. Alentado, creator of the Officer Safety and Communication Spanish Level I course, President, Partners in Training Consultants, Inc. We would like to express recognition and gratitude to Captain Kevan Dugan of the Pennsylvania State Police for his contribution to the design of the role-play evaluation scales and for coordinating the logistics for this research.

We are extremely grateful to all the law enforcement officers who participated in this study, especially those from Pennsylvania. Without their cooperation and the interest and support from Sergeant Clifford Jobe of the Pennsylvania State Police Southwest Training Center, this research would not have been possible.

Best Language Learning SoftwareIf you’re interested in becoming fluent or at least serviceable in another language, here are some of the best language learning software options to consider. Rosetta StonePerhaps the most popular language software program available, offers language learning solutions specifically for businesses. It includes speech recognition, reporting, mobile apps and even a live tutoring option. You can request custom pricing for your organization on the company’s website. DuolingoIf you’re looking for a free solution, is a mobile app that utilizes gamification to teach various languages. You can use it to learn Spanish, French, German, Italian and a small handful of others.

It’s currently available for iOS, Android and Windows Phone. Living Languageoffers specialty courses aimed at helping people learn specific aspects of various languages. For example, you can take a course specifically about business terms in a particular language.

The company currently has courses in more than 20 languages, with pricing starting at $15 per month. Yablautilizes immersive video content with smart subtitle technology to help you learn languages.

Currently offering options for English, Chinese, Spanish, German, French and Italian, the offering costs $9.95 per month and includes a mobile app as well. Fluenzoffers language learning options for individuals as well as whole organizations. So if needed, you can get your entire team learning a new language with the company’s online and mobile options. Pricing for each software package varies depending on the language and type of offering, with most coming in at around $300. Babbeloffers a software program and apps that feature bite-sized lessons so you can learn at your own pace. The company offers programs in 14 different languages, including Spanish, French, Dutch, Russian, and Turkish. Pricing starts at $6.95 per month if you commit to an annual plan.

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LinguoticaAn online learning academy, includes personalized learning sessions and tests aimed at helping you learn the most applicable vocabulary and phrases in your language of choice. A premium subscription costs $19.99 per month. And there’s also a weeklong free trial available. Memriseis an app and software platform that provides language learning options in different programs that range in difficulty and subject matter. So you can start off with Introduction to Japanese and work your way up to more specialty courses. There are some free games and options available, with premium options available for $4.90 per month.

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Pimsleuris a learning platform that offers 30-minute sessions each day that you can access right on your mobile device. With more than 50 language options available, software lessons start at $150. You can also get one lesson for free.