The best softare out there for learning spanish fast is called Rosetta 
Stone. It is the software many government agencies and corporate executives 
use. They have separate versions for "Latin American" or "Spanish from 
Spain" as they differ significantly. Since you are most likely dealing with 
spanish speakers from Latin America that would be the one to use. Here is a 
link: 
http://www.rosettastone.com/en/individuals/languages/spanish-latin-america

The only problem with this software is it is quite expensive, but it's 
methodology is sound. It teaches without translation through image 
recognition and sounds. In my experiences in New Mexico, this is the fastest 
way to pick up spanish on a practical level. Using books can take months, 
while interactive software can teach in a matter of days. Perhaps if the 
software is used in a group setting, the cost will not be prohibitive.

An alternative, that is not as good, but better than nothing is called 
Visual Link Spanish. They offer part of their introductory course on a free 
CD-ROM. This might be a better choice if the cost of Rosetta Stone is too 
great: http://www.learn4good.com/languages/spanish_lessons/more_spanish.htm

I hope this helps.



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Craig Alinder
Escuela del Sol Montessori
1114 Seventh St. NW
Albuquerque, NM 87110
http://www.refinancequiz.com

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> Can anyone recommend any texts for teaching basic Spanish to English

> speaking supervisory staff in hotels and restaurants, etc.? A colleague of

> mine is setting up a workplace program for teaching English to the 

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> and also wants to teach the supervisory staff some basic English to help

> bridge the comprehention gap when necessary. Any recommendations will be

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