How long does each lesson take?
Each video lesson is just 2-4 minutes long. You can watch each lesson up to five times but most people find that once or twice is enough. You can then spend as long as you like practicing your pronunciation by downloading your free audio bite (mp3 file) of each phrase.
How many times can I view each lesson?
You are able to access each lesson five times. This is usually more than enough to become really familiar with the main points of each lesson. Remember that you are able to take away a sound bite of each phrase and a written summary of each lesson in PDF format.
How do I view the lessons?
Each weekday you will be sent a link your designated email address. Click on this link and you will be taken to a log in page. Fill in your username and password and you will then be taken through to your own personal lesson box with your next lesson ready to play. Alternatively you can log in on the Language Bite home page.
What computer operating system is required to view Language Bite lessons?
Language Bite video lessons are compatible with Windows operating systems and the Apple/Maciintosh platform as follows:
Windows Operating System
Language Bite video lessons will play on the following:
- Windows 2000 or Windows XP
- Windows Media Player 9 or later (which is a standard install with Windows XP).
- Internet Explorer 6 or later (which is a standard install with Windows)
Macintosh Operating System
Language Bite video lessons will play on the following:
- OS 10.3 or later
- Flip for Mac (Flip for Mac is a free download from http://www.microsoft.com/windows/windowsmedia/player/wmcomponents.mspx
- Safari 1.2.1 or later or Firefox 2 or later (Firefox is a free download or go to www.mozilla.com)
Pop Up Settings
It may be necessary to alter your Pop up Blocker settings to allow the videos to play. Simply go to your "Tools' menu, select "Pop Up Blocker", then "Pop Up Blocker Setttings". Now add www.languagebite.com to the list of sites you will allow pop ups from. If you are also asked to enable Active X Control, please do so.
Firewalls
Language Bite videos should play without any adjustment to your firewall. However, if they do not, you may need to add www.languagebite.com to the list of trusted sites in your firewall application. It may also be necessary to ensure that the outbound TCP port 1755 is enabled.
I only have a dial-up internet connection - will I be able to view the videos?
The videos are designed to be best viewed via broadband so unfortunately results on dial-up may be disappointing.
How do I improve my pronunciation?
Listen to your mp3 sound bite. Your free sound bite is designed to give you unlimited access to an excellent model of a native-speaker saying each new phrase. Download this onto your computer or MP3 player and listen to it over and over until you can hear and say the phrase with confidence.
Why don't the lessons focus on grammar and writing?
Language Bite focuses on spoken communication. The Language Bite programme is designed to get you confidently speaking and understanding useful, colloquial phrases in your chosen language. Therefore we teach you the phrase as a whole, to get you on your way rather than wasting time and energy on detailed grammatical analysis. A focus on written language is not included as the programme is aimed to help you communicate in face to face conversations and over the phone.
When does my daily lesson arrive in my email inbox?
First thing in the morning, Monday - Friday. When you sign up you will be asked to enter the time zone of your country or state. This is so that we can ensure your lesson will be available to you from the early hours of each weekday morning.
What happens if I miss a lesson?
Missed lessons remain in your inbox until the end of your subscription, so if you miss one you will be able to catch up.
Can I download the videos?
No, languagebite.com is an online
What can I download?
Each lesson has a free associated audio file (mp3) and written lesson summary in PDF format.
