German Language Learning Guide
Suggests resources and strategies for learning German using materials from the library, elsewhere on campus, and on the web.
Language Resource Center: Self-Study Resources
The U-M Language Resource Center has subscriptions to several computer-based self-learning programs: Mango Languages, Foreigncy and Yabla. Mango and Yabla have German courses at several levels of difficulty. The LRC also has an extensive collection of language kits and videos. Some of the materials must be used in the Center itself, others can be checked out of the Center.
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Mango LanguagesMango offers 71 languages through the LRC. German is offered at four levels of difficulty.
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YablaYabla is a series of online videos for language immersion. U-M affiliates can sign up for a free account!
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Language Resource Center catalogSearch by language and format of desired material
Audio
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German: the complete language courseA basic introduction using the handy Playaway device; no accompanying book
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German (CD course)Pimsleur Quick & Simple four CD-set to teach basic conversational German in eight lessons
Video
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Beginner German with Herr AntrimIntroduction to German in 303 short lessons.On Academic Video Online
Ann Arbor District Library
The Ann Arbor District Library maintains a sizeable collection of language learning materials, including materials for learning German. If you are a resident of Ann Arbor, you may obtain a library card at the AADL.
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AADL AudiobooksAADL participates in the Midwest Collaborative for Library Services. Follow the links to install the OverDrive software (very quick) and then search "German" to find audiobooks you can download (borrow).
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AADL German Language Learning MaterialsLanguage learning kits/books
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AADL German materialsBrowse various categories of German language materials
Last Updated: Nov 6, 2025 2:29 PM
Subjects: Humanities