Berlitz Launches Berlitz Connect

Berlitz, announced its newest language learning product, Berlitz Connect. Berlitz Connect is a solution to learning a new language on a budget. Berlitz Connect blends traditional face-to-face small group instruction at a Berlitz Learning Center with online, live Berlitz Virtual Classroom reinforcement sessions where students participate in real time with a native-fluent instructor through voice communication and visuals over the Internet. Berlitz Connect students connect to culture via CountryScope, an in-depth reference and information resource on 100 countries: Basic Facts, Economy, Culture, World Times, History, Maps, Useful Links, Diversity, Relocation, Travel and a detailed treatment of management and business practices across cultures. Scenarios and world quizzes are also provided and customized country reports can be generated instantly any time. This information is available 24-7."Berlitz Connect is the ideal choice for those who wish to learn a new language at an affordable price, and with a convenient schedule designed to fit today's busy lifestyle," said Marcos Justus, Managing Director, Berlitz North America Region. "Berlitz Connect Rosetta Stone Software offers a combination of language, culture and learning, clearly setting Berlitz apart from other programs in the market." Berlitz Connect is sold on a subscription basis and the length of each student's program is customized to meet their individual goals. Berlitz Connect students learn via the Berlitz Method, a conversational style based on listening and speaking rather than on rote memorization. The Berlitz Method has become the standard by which language learning is measured. Berlitz Connect is a new program that connects students to language, culture, and to each other, providing value-added insights that cannot be gained through self instruction or language learning alone. Participants have the opportunity to interact with students in their face-to-face group, and expand connections in their Berlitz Virtual Classroom reinforcement sessions, learning and conversing with students from other Berlitz Connect groups across the U.S. and Canada. Berlitz Corp. is a provider of language training and cross- cultural services.