The Pimsleur Approach Gold Edition Hebrew II (2nd Edition 2010) is a comprehensive, 16-CD audio learning set designed to teach intermediate-level conversational Hebrew in 30 lessons, with each lesson lasting approximately 30 minutes. This 2nd Edition uses Dr. Paul Pimsleur’s trademarked method of "graduated interval recall" to help learners remember vocabulary and structure without textbooks. [1, 2, 3, 4]
Key Features & Components
16 Audio CDs: 30 lessons (approx. 30 minutes each), totaling over 8 hours of audio instructions focused on speaking and understanding, including native speakers.
Intermediate Level II Content: Builds on Hebrew Level I, introducing past tense, more complex structures, and informal speech.
Topics Covered: Practical scenarios, including ordering meals, shopping, directions, and tourist activities.
Reading Booklet: Includes a reading booklet to practice reading the Hebrew alphabet.
Gold Edition Packaging: Often features a sleek black collector's box with two multi-disc folders. [1, 2, 3, 4, 5]
Pimsleur Method Benefits
No Textbooks: Designed for auditory learning while commuting, exercising, or in your downtime.
Active Participation: The method encourages users to speak out loud, focusing on pronunciation and conversational flow.
Portability: CDs can be used in any CD player, or copied into digital formats like MP3s. [1, 2, 3, 4, 5]
This 16-CD set offers a comprehensive,, no-textbook approach designed to build confidence in conversational Hebrew. [1]