Reactions to learning Beginner German (Lesson 3)

The beginner German lessons are arranged very effectively. At least they suit my learning style, whatever that may be. First I review the vocabulary that will be used in the lesson. I listen to the words being said in German and I read the word as I listen. Then I listen to a short conversation. My comprehension is greatly enhanced by the fact that I have already reviewed the vocabulary. I listen to the conversation twice. Afterwards, there is an exercise where I match the conversational statements to the correct speaker. Since it is a connected conversation, it is necessary to understand what each speaker is saying. Then there are the last two parts where I speak in answer to a question and then write the answer to that question. The correct answer appears when I click "check your answer."
Each lesson has culture notes and points of grammar. These are very helpful.
What I like very much is working at my own pace. If I want to go over certain vocabulary or pronounciation, I can do it. I am not forced to keep up with the rest of the group. I can see this as a very valuable feature of CALL.
I am becoming more comfortable with the sound of German. By previewing the vocabulary and listening to it being pronounced, I am able to follow the conversations more easily. I can see how essential it is to preview difficult vocabulary with students prior to having them listen to a lecture. Once you know the word, you have a much better chance of writing it down and following the conversation.
I like Howard's idea of keeping an on-line glossary. When I do a lesson, I think I know the vocabulary, but it is easy to forget. An on-line glossary would provide a quick and easy review.