'I've searched high and low for a Swedish language learning book and this is by FAR the best I've found. The learning is intuitive, the exercises are engaging, it's got everything you need right there. If you're going to learn Swedish and want a textbook to guide you, THIS is it.' Reader review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Do you want to develop a solid understanding of Swedish and communicate confidently with others?
Through authentic conversations, vocabulary building, grammar explanations and extensive practice and review, Complete Swedish will equip you with the skills you need to use Swedish in a variety of settings and situations, developing your cultural awareness along the way. The book follows several characters through a storyline enabling learners to engage with Swedish culture and contextualise their learning.
What will I achieve by the end of the course?
By the end of Complete Swedish you will have a solid intermediate-level grounding in the four key skills - reading, writing, speaking and listening - and be able to communicate with confidence and accuracy. You will be able to engage with relevant and up-to-date topics, including politics, education, gender equality and popular entertainment in Sweden.
Is this course for me?
If you want to move confidently from beginner to intermediate level, this is the course for you. It's perfect for the self-study learner, with a one-to-one tutor, or for the beginner classroom. It can be used as a refresher course as well as to support study for the 'Swedex' Swedish proficiency test.
What do I get?
-20 learning units plus verb reference and word glossary
-Discovery Method - figure out rules and patterns to make the language stick
-Teaches the key skills - reading, writing, listening, and speaking
-Learn to learn - tips and skills on how to be a better language learner
-Culture notes - learn about the people and places of Sweden
-Outcomes-based learning - focus your studies with clear aims
-Authentic listening activities - everyday conversations give you a flavour of real spoken Swedish
-Test Yourself - see and track your own progress
*Complete Swedish maps from A1 Beginner to B2 Upper Intermediate level of the CEFR (Common European Framework of Reference for Languages) guidelines and from Novice-Low to Advanced-Mid level of the ACTFL (American Council on the Teaching of Foreign Languages) proficiency guidelines.
Access the audio for this course for free by downloading it to the Teach Yourself Library app or streaming it on library.teachyourself.com.
What else can I use to learn Swedish?
If you require an absolute Beginner course, you can try our Get Started in Swedish Absolute Beginner course: 9781444175202
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Reader reviews:
'I wholeheartedly recommend Anneli's book to anyone learning Swedish... there is something here for everyone no matter their level of experience. The little tests, the exercises, the listening, reading, speaking - everything about it makes it works perfectly for any level student of Swedish!' Reader review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
'The book's texts and reinforcement tasks are excellent and I can see clear progression in my Swedish since I started using it. The grammar rules are presented so clearly and new vocabulary given to you at a manageable pace. I totally love this book!' Reader review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
'This is a perfect book for beginners, especially people with existing language skills, or anyone wanting to take their basic language skills to an intermediate level, or simply as a refresher for people who need to polish up existing skills.' Reader review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Dr Anneli Haake is a native Swedish language and culture specialist and translator. She is the Director of Swedish Made Easy, an e-learning language school, and has taught Swedish to a wide range of students across the world.
