Oxford Take Off In Russian -
: A continuous story runs through the course to keep learners engaged while showcasing everyday Russian culture.
: While it covers the basics, learners aiming for high-level fluency often find they need a more rigorous companion text like the Schaum's Outline of Russian Grammar.
: The kit is famous for its massive 5-hour audio library , typically spread across 4 CDs or available as MP3 downloads. This makes it excellent for mastering Russian's notoriously unpredictable stress patterns.
: Despite its accessibility, it does manage to cover all six Russian cases, though in a "nicely paced" way. Known Limitations
: The included glossary is Russian-to-English only, and some learners note that certain words used in lessons are missing from the reference section. Who is it for?
: The first three lessons of each unit focus on grammar, vocabulary, and listening; the fourth on reading; and the fifth on extended listening.
: Reviewers on Amazon and The Russian Blog praise its "simple and to-the-point" grammar explanations that don't overwhelm beginners with technical linguistic jargon.
: A continuous story runs through the course to keep learners engaged while showcasing everyday Russian culture.
: While it covers the basics, learners aiming for high-level fluency often find they need a more rigorous companion text like the Schaum's Outline of Russian Grammar.
: The kit is famous for its massive 5-hour audio library , typically spread across 4 CDs or available as MP3 downloads. This makes it excellent for mastering Russian's notoriously unpredictable stress patterns.
: Despite its accessibility, it does manage to cover all six Russian cases, though in a "nicely paced" way. Known Limitations
: The included glossary is Russian-to-English only, and some learners note that certain words used in lessons are missing from the reference section. Who is it for?
: The first three lessons of each unit focus on grammar, vocabulary, and listening; the fourth on reading; and the fifth on extended listening.
: Reviewers on Amazon and The Russian Blog praise its "simple and to-the-point" grammar explanations that don't overwhelm beginners with technical linguistic jargon.
