Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
🌆 How can I master Italian in Lagos and is possible to go light in terms of commitment?
Besides self-study using apps, you have four key choices for learning Italian interactively in Lagos. First, universities and community colleges are an especially good idea for in-state residents. Also, ask about the centers for continuing education and professional studies (they are cheaper.) Your second spource can be local for-profit language academies that cost less and flexible in schedule and requirements. Third, government-supported learning centers usually offer cheaper group and more expensive in-person courses. Finally, you can find a private Italian tutor in Lagos. If flexibility is key, you can compare local Lagos and online Italian tutors.
🎟 Is it expensive to learn Italian and how much should Italian tutors ask?
For university and college courses you can estimate Italian course cost by dividing annual tuition by ten (one course is usually 3 out of 30 credit hours offered) to get the overall charge for 45-48 course hours each semester. Language schools and individual Italian tutors charge $30-55 for hourly group lesson, with private classes starting around $50 or more. Some of the most budget-friendly Italian tutors can be found online, with costs on Preply averaging 21 and tutor rates varying widely based on tutor geography, positive reviews and student demand. Customer review average for Italian lessons on Preply is 4.96 out of 5 stars.
📚 What are the requirements for Italian language skill level to sign up for a course?
When considering college and learning center classes be prepared demonstrate proof of your current level. 'Canned' classes vary widely in terms of textbook quality, homework load and testing, so research all such requirements in advance. With personal Italian tutors you can read reviews and get a good idea for whom the tutor is effective with and which other extras they make available (like classes for adults, etc.) For more flexibility, choose a tutor from those teaching online.
🔥 Why is Italian so hard and are there ways to learn it the easy way?
Formal language instruction practiced in schools is not the most effective way to learn Italian. According to experts, you can gain basic Italian fluency in 300 hours from zero knowledge. Studying and getting feedback five hours a week you will be able to understand everyday sentences, speak on some level, do most everyday tasks in about a year. Physical language immersion is not a practical option for everyone, so online classes are a ready and easy way of acquiring the basic knowledge of Italian. After attaining basic skills, online marketplaces like Preply have Italian tutors who specialize in intensive classes for intermediate and advanced students.
🤷 How long does it take to achieve a good level of Italian?
Some people have a natural ability and learn languages quickly, but for most to go beyond the basics and gain working fluency in Italian will take at least 600 hours of active use. The length of time can differ quite a bit depending on your available level of Italian or knowledge of other languages in the same group. As soon as you've learned the basics it is recommended to use the language as often as possible: watch videos, start a journal or write posts and comments using your new language skills, find native speakers to speak with, try as many as possible ways to think and speak in Italian out loud. If you're struggling when starting a discusssion you can also take conversational Italian classes online.
🤳 Can I choose my own Italian coach?
In colleges and universities, it's possible that you can choose your own tutor (from select few). Online, always! The largest selection of verified Italian tutors with full profiles and comprehensive reviews is available on online language learning platforms like Preply.
🗓 Will I be able to fit lessons in my busy schedule?
Colleges as a rule structure classes two times weekly over a semester (15-week period). Language schools as a rule have shorter, 8-week, 12-week, and 16-week course sessions. Online, you can choose your own lesson frequency and time, on weekdays and/or weekends.