Features Set:  

Tell Me More Performance has the features that will improve your English skills. The software combines state-of-the-art technology like speech recognition and digital imaging with proven methods like repetition and the use of visual, audio and participation teaching techniques.

During the dialog exercise, you participate in a mock conversation with the computer. For example, the computer may say, “Good morning, how are you?” You can reply, “I am fine, and you?’ The conversation continues and if you aren’t sure about your pronunciation, the program will create a wavelength of a native speaker’s voice and then have you say the word or phrase. You are able to compare wavelengths and make the necessary adjustments.

Some of the vocabulary building exercises include picture/word association, fill in the blank, word association and fun games like crossword puzzles, word searches and a version of hangman.

One of the most attractive features of Tell Me More is the additional content you receive. Once you buy the product, you have access to online tests and lessons that can expand on the content you already learned in the program. And there are new lessons online every week, so you can continue to learn even after you've completed the Tell Me More course.

As part of the online content, you also get access to an online advisor who can answer questions or help you practice your English. The advisor can also provide basic technical support, which can save you a lot of time and trouble if you have a problem.

Fundamentals:  

Tell Me More intertwines the fundamentals of English to create a strong teaching system. The program associates listening to reading and writing. For example, it may have you listen to a word and first recognize it and then later write it.

The software has a number of grammar practices and includes a Grammar Explanations and Conjugation Tool in the Reference Tools section. Here you will find the alphabet, cardinal numbers, subject pronouns, verb conjugations and more.

A new feature in the program allows you to learn and test the fundamentals of English by hearing, reading and speaking the language. This may sound a little quirky at first, so stay with me: Tell Me More has a module that allows you to role play as a character in a TV show or movie. There are a few different shows available (none that you've heard of before) and you are given the opportunity to interact with characters and communicate with them. This is actually an effective way to practice the fundamentals.

Ease of Use:  

Tell Me More English offers instruction in a variety of languages including German, English, Spanish, French, Italian and Dutch. Simply click your native tongue and instantly all of the instructions and translations are in your language.

We found the program simple to navigate with well-labeled buttons and forward and back buttons. Each time you choose an activity a brief description, tutorial and instructions appear. After you become accustomed to Tell Me More, you can choose not to view the instructions.

Effectiveness:  

Tell Me More English provides all of the material you need to learn or improve your English. The program uses a variety of teaching methods to cater to your learning style. With some effort on your part, you can master the English language with this program.

Ease of Installation/Setup:  

We didn’t have any problems while installing or setting up Tell Me More. The software suite comes with everything you need including a headphone/microphone.

You can create an account for multiple users and the software will track each user’s settings, progress and lesson plan.

Technical Help/Support:  

Help is always accessible in this program. You’ll find the help button on every page. Within help, there are tutorials and instructions. The program also comes with a user guide. If you have additional questions, customer support is available by phone or email.

However, as mentioned above, the online advisor can be much more helpful than email or phone support, mostly because it's easier to contact someone.

Whether you are already familiar with English or are starting from ground zero, Tell Me More English will have you communicating in no time.