Teach Yourself German Reviews

Learning a new language is not only rewarding, it’s also great fun too. German is a great language to learn and our ‘Teach YourselfGerman’ reviews will help you on that road by giving you all of the information you need about the latest products that help you learn German quickly and easily. Many of the products we have reviewed in this category are produced by the same publishers that produced products that feature in other similar categories we have already reviewed (including Teach Yourself English, Teach YourselfFrench, Teach Yourself Spanish and Teach Yourself Italian), giving the makers considerable experience in dealing with home-language tuition.

The types of products we have reviewed in this category differ considerably. We appreciate that people learn in different ways, so have taken the time to consider books, audio-courses, DVD’s, software packages and more, so as to give our readers the best possible chance of finding a product that’s right for them. In reviewing the guides, not only did we consider each product in the context of a set of objective criteria (as always), but we also looked specifically at the priorities each learner would have and what they wanted to achieve from the courses. Some users only want to learn enough German to get by when travelling abroad, others just want to learn as a hobby, whilst others will use these guides as a stepping stone for further study for business or work purposes. Regardless of your intention when learning, the guides we have considered in this category will help you get where you want to be.

Our No.1 rated product in this category was Rocket German. Although the product can be demanding, in terms of providing a comprehensive, successful and interactive course that is suitable for all skill levels, Rocket German really can’t be beaten. Users can choose from four different skill levels to find resources and lessons that are suitable for them and use audio lessons, exercises, MP3’s, software packages and printed books in order to progress. Once you’ve mastered one level, it’s easy to move on to the next and continue to improve your skills. What’s more, Rocket German can be trialled for 6 days free of charge, so if you’re not sure whether this service is right for you, it’s easy (and free) to give it a go.

Even though we loved Rocket German, the category as a whole is comprised of more than 20 products, all of which have something to offer the budding language-learner. Rosetta Stone German, the German version of one of the most recognisable brands in the industry makes it into our number 2 spot, while Berltiz German Premier and Myngle (German) offer different, slightly more casual takes on language learning. A more unusual service, illustrating how diverse this category is, is German Pod 101 – a language course based almost entirely on your iPod! Regardless of the sort of learner you are, and the amount of time and money you have to devote to your new pastime, check out our reviews before choosing a service – we’re sure there’ll be something for you there!

US Online Tutoring Reviews

Our US Online Tutoring Reviews give worried students and parents all the information they need to know about a range of services currently on the market to help improve students’ grades and prepare them for public examinations. Whether you’re concerned about college admission, exam performance or simply looking to bolster your child’s confidence a little as they move through formal education, Online Tutoring services can provide a cost-effective, efficient and safe solution to what is normally considered a costly problem. While the content, focus and quality of these services differs considerably from service to service, No.1 Reviews is on hand as usual to provide you with all of the information you need to make an informed choice.

Online tutoring is generally undertaken through a range of communicative means including webcam, webchat, instant messaging, internet-phone and, in recent times, through interactive ‘virtual whiteboard’ environments. Students interact directly with expert tutors (who are also more often than not qualified teachers) who can introduce them to new concepts, develop their knowledge and address problems at the learner’s pace. Services in this category normally offer general support in a range of curriculum subjects, but occasionally services specialise in offering only specific subject tuition or tuition catering to specific grades or levels, so it’s worth checking out precisely what’s on offer before signing up. Almost all of the services we have reviewed in this category go the extra mile by providing students with a range of excellent resources that help to supplement their learning outside of the “tutor-tutee” environment.

Our favorite service in this category has to be TutorVista, a clear winner of our No.1 Choice Award in the US Online Tutoring category. With more than 6.5 million tutoring sessions having already been completed, TutorVista has been featured on NBC's The Today Show and on BBC News and is widely thought of as the most affordable way to provide your children with private, one-to-one tuition. We particularly loved the interactive whiteboard technology that lets users of all ages work through problems, simulations and assessments in a way that helps them build their confidence and their communication skills (as well as providing subject-based support). With a vast number of traditional subjects covered, from kindergarten right up to 12th grade and beyond, TutorVista has to be your first stop in finding a suitable online tutor for your child.

Although TutorVista takes the crown in this category, there were a number of other services that stood out when we reviewed this category. The rather simply-named Tutor.com offers tuition across a broad range of subjects and levels (though at price a little less pocket-friendly than others) while eTutor and eTutorWorld offer more specific support for a more focused set of subjects. If you’re looking to find an online tutor who meets your child’s needs without breaking the bank, check out our reviews of the key players in this market to find out everything you need to know!

UK Online Tutoring Reviews

Alongside our reviews of Online Tutoring Sites in the USA, our UK Online Tutoring Reviews gives worried parents and teens the low-down on the best tutoring services for struggling scholars up and down the country. Sometimes, we all need a little extra help here and there, especially with academic study, which, in all honesty, doesn’t suit everyone. The internet has provided a new way for students to connect with tutors and other teaching professionals to help provide them with the extra support they need to do better in their exams and, indeed, throughout their course of study. While the UK Online Tutoring market isn’t quite as large and lively as its US counterpart, we’re sure you’ll find a service in our listings that’s right for you or your child and help them on the road to success, regardless of the subject or level.

Online tutoring varies wildly from service to service and it can be difficult to pin down a precise definition from the variety of services on offer. On the whole, the mainstay of online tutoring is the provision of one-on-one, personalised support for children of all ages, levels and abilities. This support is often provided using webcam, internet-phone or instant messaging and is often given by qualified teachers (although, as with real-life tutoring, support is more often given by university students versed in particular subjects). When choosing one of these services, users should bear in mind the level and ability of the child, the subject matter and exam board, the technology they have available to them and the amount of money they are willing to spend. On that topic, there’s no denying that tutoring of any kind is expensive, but online tutoring often offers far greater value for money than ‘real-life’ tutoring, so it’s certainly worth a try if you’re struggling to find someone in your area at the right price.

Our highest-ranking service out of the six we have considered in this category is TutorMe, a fantastic service that spans the full educational range (both in terms of academic levels and subjects). We were also very impressed by the flexibility of the service at TutorMe, with users being able to choose from 30, 60 or 90 minute sessions depending on their needs. All TutorMe tutors are fully vetted, interviewed and CRB-checked, making them safe to work with children and young adults of all ages. In terms of cost, GCSE and ALevel classes are charged at £25 per hour, while Undergraduate and Postgraduate classes are charged at £30 per hour. Even though it already hits the top spot in this category, we’re poised for significant developments at TutorMe in the coming months and years – the site has already identified ‘personalised learning’ as one of its educational goals, and we’re sure this is only one of the developments in the pipeline.

If you’re looking for more focused support, BrightSpark Education offers a maths-only service that aims to improve the numeracy levels of students taking its program (as does Maths Whizz, an alternative service); while more ad-hoc support (such as homework help) is offered by TutorHub. Regardless of the needs of you or your child, there’s something out there that can help even the most struggling of students achieve their goals. Check out these services today!

Dog Training Guides Reviews

They say a dog is man’s best friend, but you may not agree wholeheartedly if you’re dog fails to behave itself – both inside and outside of the house. Our reviews of the best Dog Training Guides currently on the market will help you on the road to solving this problem. By giving readers advice on doggy behaviour, clear instructions on how to solve common problems and guidance on how to improve your dog’s behaviour and responsiveness, these Dog Training Guides will prove a godsend to the owner of an unruly canine. The guides themselves come in a number of different forms, from printed books and audiobooks to e-books, online forums and demonstrations and even email consultations. Regardless of the product you choose in the end, we’re sure that our run-down of the best options in this category will help you on the way to having a well-behaved family pet.

As well as differences in format, many of the Dog Training Guides we have considered in this category also differ based on the type of training techniques that are advocated by their creators. Which guide appeals to you as a dog-owner will largely depend on the types of techniques you are familiar with and are happy using on your own pet. These techniques vary from traditional ‘negative reinforcement’ techniques (whereby the dog learns to behave in a certain way based on unpleasant experiences (such as pain or discomfort) that it learns to associate with undesirable behaviours), to more modern techniques such as ‘dog whispering’ or ‘positive reinforcement’. Our reviews of products in this category give extensive consideration to the types of techniques adopted so as to help you make the right choice.

Our favorite product in this category is ‘Secrets to Dog Training’ a great course that helps you improve your dogs behaviour in no time at all. Using a combination of techniques, including correction techniques, positive reinforcement and active communication, ‘Secrets to Dog Training’ helps dog owners correct their dogs negative behaviour as well as highlighting to owners areas in which they themselves are going wrong. Customers can opt for a free 6-day course to introduce them to the benefits of this service, or opt for the full course (by either download or hard copy) which comes complete with bonus features and a 30-minute video program.

Although we were very impressed by ‘Secrets to Dog Training’, the category as a whole contains 21 products, all of which offer something different for the prospective dog trainer. Other products which particularly impressed us include Train Pet Dog, by Nancy Richards; Dove Cresswell’s Dog Training Guide (written by Dove Cresswell herself, an esteemed dog trainer and owner) and The Dog Training Secret, amongst others. Regardless of the type of issues you are experiencing with your dog, we’re sure there’s something here to help you. Check out our full reviews of these products today!

Christian Dating Reviews

No.1 Reviews has a lot of experience in reviewing online dating sites, and our latest foray into this particular sector is Christian Dating. Finding someone that is right for you can be difficult, and this is especially the case when you’re a devout Christian. You want to find someone who shares your beliefs and holds them in the same high regard that you do, as well as finding someone who can share your faith with you. Indeed, if your faith is a really important part of your life, its unsurprising that you really couldn’t imagine dating anyone who didn’t feel the same way. These sites help you to do that by bringing together those in your local area that are also looking to date Christians, helping you in your search for your perfect partner.

The Christian Dating sites we have reviewed in this category provide members with many of the same features users of mainstream, non-niche dating sites can enjoy using. The main difference of course is that, with Christian Dating sites, all users are practicing Christians (although it should be noted that not all users are equally as devout), so members can at least eliminate those whose beliefs would not be compatible with their own. While our reviews of Mainstream Online Dating sites provides our readers with all of the information they need about online dating generally, our in-depth reviews of Christian Dating sites give users access to specific information about sites in this particular niche.

The top site in this category is Christian Mingle, a clear winner of our No.1 Choice Award for Christian Dating. We were excited and impressed by the features on offer at this service, with users being able to search through literally millions of users and filter results using a number of search features in order to find a partner who perfectly matches your desires and expectations. A number of the membership features are specifically focused on the Christian dating market, giving members the chance to meet other members in the ‘worship centre’ and take part in faith-based messageboards and blogs. Furthermore, Christian Mingle has picked up numerous endorsements from Churches, Christian Groups and Pastors, highlighting the fact that the site is a perfect place for Christians to find each other for love and companionship.

Other great sites we found as part of our research into this category include Big Church, a popular online dating site for Christian daters, Christian Cupid, part of the Cupid Media group of dating sites (which also brought Afrointroductions.com, JapanCupid.com and other niche sites to the online dating market) and the casual, community focused Christian Café. We enjoyed getting to know all of these services better and finding out why their users love them so much – and while all of these services aren’t as popular as Christian Mingle, they’re still worth checking out. If you’re looking for a place where you can find a lifetime partner who shares your beliefs and your outlook on life, the sites we have reviewed in this category are the perfect place to start.

Shopping Cart Software Reviews

As well as reviewing consumer products, recently we have ploughed time and resources into providing more in-depth, expert reviews of commerce-related products and services. Our recent reviews of Shopping Cart Software is illustrative of this push, so we hope all of our readers from the online-retail world find our efforts helpful. Regardless of your level of experience, Shopping Cart Software helps you set up an online store to sell your products or services with considerable ease – leveraging a range of features and tools to help you do so in a secure and simple fashion. Although you may think that setting up an online store is complex, with these fantastic tools to hand, we’re sure you’ll be up and running in no time.

As noted in our buying guide for this category, the Shopping Cart Software products we have reviewed (more than 25 in total) fall into two broad categories – hosted and installable. Although our reviews go through the positives and negatives of both of these types of solutions, it’s important to decide in advance what sort of product you’re looking for, based on your skills, knowledge and web-experience. If you’re new to web-sales, you would probably be better off choosing a hosted service (where a user pays a monthly fee in return for management of all of the technical aspects of the online store), which, though more expensive, will be less reliant on technical input from the user. If you’re more confident in web-design and web-sales, however, an installable solution will prove cheaper and more efficient. For more information, check out our buying guide, which goes through the detail of both options more thoroughly.

Our clear winner in this category was Big Commerce, a product that is already powering more than 20,000 online stores (a number that is growing every day). With a range of different package options (ranging in cost depending on the scale and complexity of the operation you’re looking to establish), we’re sure that you will find the support you’re looking for with this service. With no transaction fees, search engine optimization-friendly design and features and a range of additional, ancillary features that help you develop your online store into a real success, we were pretty impressed by everything on offer at Big Commerce.

Other great services in this category include Core Commerce, Volusion, Shopify and Pinnacle Cart, and with 27 products in total (all with their own unique features) it’s easy to find something that perfectly fits your needs and specification. Although you may not have thought you had the technical knowledge to set up your own online store, with the help of these Shopping Cart Software packages, you would be surprised at what you can achieve. Check out our reviews to find out everything you need to know about these great products!

Online Website Building Tools

These days, almost every business has a web presence with most small business owners creating their websites themselves. We have evaluated a range of Online Website Building Tools to give you a head start in the process of developing your own business website (or indeed, for any other purpose). These services are distinct from Web Hosting services, which we have also reviewed, and offer users a wide range of great features and support in order to help them develop a great website that will improve their business prospects and generate a more professional image.

Most of the services we have identified in this category work as WYSIWYG editors (which stands for ‘What You See Is What You Get’), giving ordinary users the chance to create their own sites with ease. Gone are the days when only computer whizz-kids could produce their own website in a relatively short time. While computing experts may perhaps find these services a little limited (and they certainly don’t replace professional website building software) for small businesses and individual users, there are few ways of creating a website of such high quality, in such little time and, crucially, for such little financial outlay. Members base their website on one or more templates, giving them inspiration and an editable structure that helps create a professional, sleek look regardless of your level of experience. One of the best elements of many of the Online Website Building Tools we have reviewed is that complex elements, like flash design, e-commerce and other similar features are easily added to sites, making them even more professional in appearance.

Webs.com was our clear winner in this category, taking the No.1 Choice Award for providing its users with the most comprehensive and easy-to-use collection of tools and features. We loved the fact that users can start off by creating an ad-sponsored website completely free of charge, or (by paying a small monthly fee) create a website with associated email addresses, up to 100GB of bandwidth, 5000MB of web storage and more. When it comes to adding features to your site, users of Webs.com can choose from a vast array of features and applications that can be installed with a single click – making the creation of a professional site to advertise yourself or your business an absolute breeze.

Other sites that appeared towards the top end of our listings for this category include the hilariously-named Weebly, one of the most recognizable brands in website construction; Yola, a service that lets users create their site for free (but a really professional site will cost up to $500 per year) and Moonfruit, a cost effective solution that is behind some of the most professional looking sites out there. Regardless of the type of site you’re looking to create, these products can help you on your way. Check out our reviews in this category to find out everything you need to know about Online Website Building Tools!