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Welcome to Our Adaptation E-Course "Estonian Language, Culture & Society"
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The adaptation course teaches the Estonian language and culture, provides knowledge and information about life and society in Estonia, provides supportive e-learning environment, video-courses, webinars and private counselling.

We walk you through various communication situations of your everyday life and teach you how to communicate most effectively in these situations.

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St John's Eve (Jaaniõhtu, also Jaanilaupäev) and St John's Day (Jaanipäev) are the most important days in the Estonian calendar, apart from Christmas. The short summer seasons with long days and brief nights hold special significance for the people of Estonia. Jaanipäev is celebrated in the night between June 23 and 24, a few days after the summer solstice, when night seems to be non-existent. Click here to read more!

Adaptation Club for Newcomers in Estonia
Estonian Language, Society & Culture

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Considering the needs of newcomers in Estonia since 2010 the new adaptation e-course was launched by the Integration Research Institute and ImmiSoft Ltd in Estonia.

The adaptation e-course which makes the Estonian language learning accessible for all English-speaking expatriatesin Estonia teaches the Estonian language and culture and provides knowledge about life and society in Estonia. The main focus is on Estonian language teaching at the level of A2 which is integrated with several topics providing knowledge about life, culture and society in Estonia. With language learning videos we walk you through various communication situations of your everyday life and show you how to communicate more effectively in Estonia. According to the needs and wishes of the participants help and advice in socio-economic issues is provided as well. For those interested, we also organize excursions and gatherings for special occasions. After graduation participants will receive a certificate.

8 Months Adaptation course includes 48 topics:
- Estonian language course (32 topics), 32 worksheets, 75 videos, interactive exercises
- Culture & Communication in Estonian: estonians in Cross-cultural Perspective (8 topics): video-course, articles, slides and information on websites.
- Estonian society and life (8 topics): webinars and lectures online covering various topcis of society and life in Estonia, individual counselling according to the interestes and needs of participants.

Our E-courses are designed by professional teacher trainers and researchers.
Language teaching methodology used in these courses help you to learn Estonian much faster and with much better results.  Teaching methods used in these courses help you to acquire correct grammar forms and correct pronunciation in a natural way that is much faster and without any hard work or stress, as we know how to use the natural learning ability of your brain. In addition, in the e-course you won't waste your time by listening and absorbing your co-learners' wrong pronunciation and mistakes, thus making you more successful as well.

E-learning environment in these courses supports you 24/7, you may visit each lesson when it is suitable for you and as many time as you need.
We bring the Natural Learning Environment to your home through videos and walk you through different communication situations of your everyday life! Video-based lessons are easy to use and convenient, they bring interactive learning activities  and personal tutoring to you 24/7.Through video-tutoring and explanations on your worksheets you will learn Estonian grammar and cultural matters. Interactive tasks give you instant feedback and help you to practice your skills without any stress or need to pay for personal tutors. You receive free personal tutoring anytime you need. You may attend our webinars (lectures) covering various topics via skype and join our private chatroom.

Topics and vocabulary cover your everyday needs in Estonia. Topics are selected according to our previous research on the adaptation courses for new immigrants in Estonia, therefore these correspond to your real needs in Estonia. There is a lot of useful information integrated into these topics concerning Estonian society and life. As it is an e-course, our materials are always updated and present current vocabulary and facts which is often not the case with other printed course books (e.g.  everyday language use and relevant information concerning Estonian society, life and other matters that you should know in order to cope in Estonia etc).

This is a monthly subscription for 8 month course (20 EUR per month, 8 months).
You will receive once a month access to four new topics with language learning videos, worksheets and interactive tasks + supplementary materials concerning Estonian culture and society. In addition you will receive once a month a new topic of our cross-cultural communication course "Estonians in cross-cultural perspective" as well as webinars, lectures and articles covering various topcis of society and life in Estonia.  Unlimited amount of individual counselling according to your needs.
Click that secure PayPal Subscribe Button and get instant access to the members' website! You'll find there your first topics and all the information you need! You may visit each topic as many times as you need. After 8 month your subscription will be automatically cancelled, however, you will have the access to the materials at least 12 month and you can extend your access for free as long as you need. You can unsubscribe at any time if you feel that you don’t need our support any more.
Adaptation E-Course, 8 months

Content of the Estonian Language and Adaptation course
ESTONIAN LANGUAGE, CULTURE & SOCIETY

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Estonian language module, 32 most relevant topics of your everyday life in Estonia
1st month
1. Introducing yourself: greetings, name, where are you from. 
2. What language do you speak? Language and nationality.
3. Years and age. How old are you? When were you born? When did you arrive in Estonia?
4. Introduce your family! What do you like to do?

2-nd month
(you will receive the link and login code next month!)
5. In the café and during the coffee break. How to ask and refuse politely. 
6. Money. How much is it? In the restaurant. 
7. Address. Where do you live?
8. Asking and giving directions.

3-rd month
 9. My week. What do you do today? Going out.
10. Calendar, seasons, months, weather.
11. What time is it? Being late. At the meeting.
12. Buying tickets. At the cinema. 

4-th month
13. Transportation. Carfree Day. Take a taxi. Buying bus tickets.
14. My body and health. At the Doctor.
15. Medicines and Treatment. In the hospital and in the pharmacy.
16. My appearance. Hair. Colors. Clothes.

5th month
17. At the hairdressers.
18. Shopping. Buying clothes and shoes.
19. In the supermarket. Buying food and consumer goods.
20. Cooking at home. Pizza delivery.

6th month
21. Professions. Do you work or study? Small talk.
22. Finding a job. Job interview. 
23. My workplace and my job. 
24.  In the bank. Opening an account.
_7th month
25. My new home. Renting an apartment. 
26. Buying furniture and electronics.
27. Accidents. Calling the repair man.
28. Renting a car. In the car service.

_8th month
29. In the bookshop and at the library.
30. Sport activities in different seasons.
31. How are you doing in Estonia? Feelings and experiences. What do yuou like? What you don't like?
32. Estonian Holidays and Traditions.
A2 Level test.

Culture & Communication in Estonia: Estonians in Cross-Cultural Perspective, 8 Topics, Video-course, articles

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Discover How Cultural Differences Affect Your Communication! Learn How to Communicate More Effectively in Estonia! Find Useful Information about Estonian Holidays, Customs and Traditions!
1. Greetings and Introducing Yourself in Estonia. Introduction to Estonians' Cultural Behavior. Estonians' Body Language and how they perceive other cultures' non-verbal behavior.
2. Personal Space and Privacy. How our culture affects our communication style.The historical background and characteristics of cultural behaviour of Estonians (culture of time, space and communication).
3.Estonians' listening and speaking habits.  Direct vs. Indirect Communication Style.
4. Estonians' Perception of Time and How It Is Reflected in their Communication Style.
5. Individualistic features in family, education and society. Confrontation vs harmony. Are Estonians achievement oriented? Main principles of successful job interview in Estonia.
6. Uncertainty avoidance in Estonian culture. How Estonians Perceive cultural differences.Tolerance. Risk. Feminine and masculine features of Estonian culture. Cultural differences in power distance and how it affects our everyday life. Familiarity and social distance.
7. Different Phases of culture shock and adaptation. How culture shock and leaving our comfort zone affect our perception of other cultures and our attitudes and behavior in a new cultural environment. 
8. Estonian Customs and Traditions. Public holidays, special days and traditions.

Estonian Society and Life:  Articles, Webinars, Video-Tutoring, Individual Counselling

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1. Primary general information about Estonia. Getting to know the President and Prime Minister of Estonia. National Symbols. Presidential Palace, Parliament House and other Sightseeings. Geographic location, size of area, composition and size of population, language, cities, nature, climate, etc.
2. Main facts of Estonian history. The first Estonian settlements and their literary value. The emergence of the Estonian people and state. Birth of the Republic of Estonia. The "Singing Revolution" and the restoration of independence.
3.  Medical services and the payment thereof. Relief. Family doctor. Law on Health Insurance. Medical insurance for the unemployed, pupils and students.
4. Labour market. Services and subsidies offered by the Estonian Labour Market Board. Issues of labour law. The Employment Contracts Act. Salary, fees and other compensation. Working time and rest. Labour Inspectorate. Unemployment insurance.
5. Private enterprise. Information about how to start a business, law, business grants. Infoportals (for example, an information portal for the entrepreneur AKTIVA).
6. Acquaintance with the state social insurance system. Homepage of the Department of Social Insurance, the ability to find the necessary information in Estonian and English. Review of social services in Estonia: pensions, subsidies and compensation. Family compensation.
7. Know your rights in Estonia! The status of cultural minorities and their opportunities in Estonia. Education and media in Estonia in minority languages. Human rights and freedoms, responsibilities, rights of foreigners and non-discrimination.
8. Elections to the Riigikogu and local government. International protection of foreigners. Basic information regarding Estonian citizenship: by birth and naturalisation. Familiarisation with the concept of citizenship and status, special cases, the rights of Estonian citizens, citizenship requirements, examination procedures and applications.

The Adaptation e-course includes 48 topics:
- Estonian language course (32 topics), 32 worksheets, 75 videos,interactive exercises
- Cross-cultural communication & Estonian culture (12 topics): video-courses, articles, slides and information on websites.
- Estonian society and life (8 topics): webinars and lectures online (e.g. via skype) covering various topcis of society and life in Estonia, individual counselling according to the interestes and needs of participants.
Monthy subscription 20 EUR per month (8 months).
Click that secure PayPal Subscribe Button and get instant access to your first topics and materials!
You may visit each topic as many times as you need. After a year your subscription will be automatically cancelled. You can unsubscribe at any time if you feel that you don’t need our support any more
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Learning Estonian doesn't have to be a hard work!

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You Can Easily Get By in Estonian With Just 300 Words and Phrases Without Any Stress or Hard Work!
It’s sad that so many people who want to speak Estonian end up not being able to speak at all. After endless courses and months or even years of study, you still can’t string an Estonian sentence together without a struggle. People usually say that it is because of the difficult grammar as there are so many declination and conjugation forms in Estonian. However, it all depends on how you will learn the language.

This is because most courses for adult language learners use ineffective grammar-based methods to teach Estonian. With grammar-based method you’ll never make free-flowing sentences, and if you do manage to speak at all, it feels unnatural and stilted. Grammar-based methods almost never work.  Research indicates that one of the reasons why adult students leave language courses before their successful completion, is  weak methodological preparation of teachers who work with adults. This was confirmed by our survey in Estonia that covered Estonian language teachers from 26 language schools who provided Estonian language courses for new immigrants in Estonia  (survey conducted by Mart Rannut and Ulle Rannut in 2009).

Actually, all you need to do is learn just 300 words and phrases to be able to communicate quite effectively in most situations. ImmiSoft Videos give you the most useful phrases (language models) to use that you can combine easily and communicate in most situations of your everyday life. We help you to learn your first words and phrases so effectively that native Estonian speakers will be amazed at how easily you express yourself in their language and how well you have acquired the native-like pronunciation. You can try our videos for free and learn your 100 first words and phrases easily and naturally without any stress or hard work.

Learn Estonian Now in Your Native Language

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_The beginners program covers food, colors, shopping, parts of the body, numbers, telling the time, countries, greetings and essential phrases.
Talk Now! Estonian gives you easy-to-achieve goals. Learning a new language is far too big a task to tackle all at once, so we have broken it down into a series of rewarding challenges.

Play interactive language games. Talk Now! feeds you new words, along with pictures to reinforce your memory. It then tests your knowledge with fun quizzes. As soon as you start playing you start learning. You will hear Estonian all of the time and, using the recording games, you can start speaking straight away, then compare your voice to a native speaker.
You can learn on the move. Carry on learning in the airport lounge or the ferry without a computer. Just print out the phrasebook sheets included in the program and take them with you, or upload the program’s sound files onto an iPod.
_If English isn’t your first language, don’t worry! You can learn Estonian from any of over 120 languages – in a single program!

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