Next Steps in French with Paul Noble

by Paul Noble

Take your French to the next level with Paul's tried and tested method, guaranteed to deepen your understanding of the language with his easy-to-follow approach.

Next Steps is an intermediate course, for nonbeginners, which follows on from the Complete French Beginner's course.

Building on your existing knowledge, Next Steps is designed to teach you the essential tenses and grammar you need to independently construct sentences in a simple and logical manner.

This is the perfect audio course for those looking to develop their French and further their fluency, containing the complete eight hours of audio and a handy downloadable booklet to help you revise and reinforce your learning.

Genres: France, Language, Nonfiction, Audiobook

Audible Audio

Published January 24, 2019

Reviews

[Jennifer · Rating 5 out of 5]

So useful that I'll listen to it again, as I did his first book. They have been one of the most direct and effective learning tools while trying to better grasp this language in a real conversational way that makes it seem easier, rather than harder, to learn. I hope that he continues his French series.

[Ledys · Rating 5 out of 5]

I am a huge fan of Paul Noble’s! I have learned so much from his classes. I feel like his method really covers the basics you would need to carry on a conversation and meet your needs when you are abroad. But, most importantly, the constant repetition really helps the words and sentences get fixed in your brain, so that you can recall them at a moment’s notice. I have also noticed that matching the pronunciation to that of the native speaker in the class has been the most helpful thing of all!
Thank you for this amazing class!!

[Paweł Cisło · Rating 4 out of 5]

Before studying this audiobook, I listened to the recommended 1st part: "Learn French with Paul Noble – Complete Course", read its accompanying PDF, and read Paul's e-book: "Unlocking French (...)".

With the previously acquired knowledge, the audiobook of this review didn't introduce that many new phrases as expected, but mostly consolidated the material I already examined. While listening, I had to switch constantly from the speed of around 1.90x up to 2.50x, as I didn't feel the need for relistening most of the content from the prior audiobook. Overall, the composition of recording is identical to its predecessor, but the accompanying PDF is far shorter; nonetheless, it provides excellent examples to review your grammatical skills.

Summarising, I am glad of Paul Noble's publishing and could recommend it to every beginner of the French journey. Afterwards, just like me, you can move towards listening and reading various French stories and making sure to practice what you learned in the daily scenarios.

[Susan Joy Paul · Rating 5 out of 5]

This was a great follow up to "Learn French with Paul Noble," and my review is the same as the one I wrote for that audible:

"I audibled this one over three weeks and liked it so much, I started the second audible in the series. It's the perfect complement to an immersion-type program such as Pimsleur (which I've been doing for six months). Paul Noble does a great job explaining word etymology and verb forms and tenses, so that even without knowing a lot of French vocabulary, you can figure out which words to use in conversation. There's also a native speaker on the audio so you can hear the correct pronunciations and correct yours along the way. I especially like that he gives you plenty of time to respond, and that he breaks down the longer sentences into sections so you're not overwhelmed. If you're trying to learn French, add this audible to your repertoire!"

I listen to French lessons on my Audible app and on my Echo Portal while I'm making meals, so there's no downtime required and I can squeeze in at least thirty minutes a day in addition to the Pimsleur lessons.

[Carla · Rating 5 out of 5]

This was the third of Paul Noble’s audio courses that I have completed recently. This one was quite long but I was looking for a way to supplement my current French training and came across these audiobooks. Although the material was beginner, and I didn’t actually learn a lot new, I gained a lot of respect for Paul Noble and his course. All his audio courses should be where those who want to learn French should start. Paul Noble (and his native French speaker assistant Marion) walk us through, word by word, with the students being tutored while learning to build full sentences by adding one word at a time. Yes, the content is very basic (and the repetition can be tedious at times) but the method would work for anyone to wants to learn the basics. As a result of Noble’s teaching method even beginners can form sentences using a dozen or more words by just adding word after word. Paul Noble also shares information on why French is the way it is which makes it easier for new learners to grasp why verbs, for example, are conjugated the way they are, making it easier to remember, and use them. I don’t give 5** very often, only for books that make a big impact and can stand the test of time. This one does.

[Lennroe · Rating 5 out of 5]

I 100% recommend this course and the whole method. Especially for French it was tremendously helpful. I already speak two other languages fluently beside my mother tongue and other language at beginners level but with no language have I ever had so much trouble with actually speaking as with French. With French I was always so afraid to speak and couldn't find a flow in building sentences beyond few words.
I went through the first course and this second one within 3 months and my speaking skills skyrocketed. I didn't even learn that much of new vocabulary or grammar I already knew a lot of it, but it just gave me a lot of security and ability to express a lot of things with just a few words. I am truly amazed how much progress I've made just commuting to work and practicing along the course.

[Rosie · Rating 4 out of 5]

A useful review that mostly covers passe compose and l'imparfait. Very repetitive but good for practicing in the car. I did not listen to Part I, mentioned in the intro, but didn't feel like I missed anything having an intermediate grasp of French. I would've liked a bit more variety in phrases and vocabulary. I also wondered why the use of "On" in place of "Nous" was omitted, since this series seems to focus on spoken French.

[Brendan Shea · Rating 4 out of 5]

A somewhat shorter follow-up to the initial French course by Paul Noble (which I finished a few weeks ago). This doesn't cover quite as much ground in terms of language fundamentals, but does introduce some new vocabulary, and number of useful sentence templates/constructions. I found I moved through this quite a bit faster (in the first course, I ended up listening to most sections twice--here, once was fine).

[Lethe · Rating 4 out of 5]

Being at an A2 level, I did not learn very much new vocabulary from this book. However, it was a good review, and helpful for practicing forming longer sentences and switching tenses. I am glad I started with this 2nd volume, as the 1st would probably be too easy at my current level.

[Lilly Horigan · Rating 5 out of 5]

Best method for learning French that I have ever found. Using it with my kids.

[Andrew · Rating 5 out of 5]

Truly brilliant! 🤩

[Chau Tran · Rating 5 out of 5]

Learn French with Paul Noble series - the best books - the most efficient way to learn French.

[Jules · Rating 5 out of 5]

Exceptionally helpful for drilling useful phrases.

[Rob · Rating 4 out of 5]

More slow speaking and explanations with a native speaker to try to copy. Pretty good.

[Malcolm Morrison · Rating 3 out of 5]

“for intermediate learners” *recites the days of the week*

[Claire Heisler · Rating 5 out of 5]

It's a great method for learning and practicing while commuting

[sean · Rating 4 out of 5]

Good for drilling L'imparfait at the gym.

[Sandy]

super!