Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
🌆 How do I improve my Spanish in Long Island City, NY and what are the possibilities in terms of commitment?
Besides self-study with recorded courses, you have 4 key choices for learning Spanish interactively in Long Island City, NY. First, universities and community colleges are an especially good idea for in-state residents. Also, research centers for continuing education and professional studies (they are better priced.) Your other possibility can be local specialized language academies that charge less and flexible in schedule and requirements. Third, international learning centers usually offer cheaper group and more expensive in-person courses. Fourth, you can opt for a private Spanish tutor in Long Island City, NY. If flexibility is key, you can compare local Long Island City, NY and online Spanish tutors.
🎟 Is it cheap to learn Spanish and what does a lesson with a tutor of Spanish cost?
For university and college courses you can estimate Spanish course cost by dividing annual tuition by 10 (one course is usually 3 out of 30 credit hours offered) to get the rate for about 50 course hours each semester. Language academies and individual Spanish tutors charge $30-55 an hourly group lesson, with individual classes starting around $50 or more. Some of the more affordable Spanish tutors can be found online, with rates on Preply averaging 15 and tutor rates varying widely based on tutor location, ratings and languages the tutor can teach in. Customer review average for Spanish lessons on Preply is 4.96 out of 5 stars.
📚 What level of Spanish do I need to sign up for a course?
When considering college and learning center classes be prepared to show a language test profeciency score or take an entrance test to determine your level. All classes vary widely in terms of textbook quality, homework level and tests, so research all such requirements in advance. With personal Spanish tutors you can find out in advance for whom the tutor is effective with and which other specializations they make available (like intermediate level practice, advanced students etc.) For maximum flexibility, choose a tutor from a wide selection of those teaching online.
🔥 Why is Spanish so challenging and are there ways to learn it more effectively?
One-size-fits-all language instruction practiced in schools is not the most effective way to learn Spanish. In reality, you can gain basic Spanish fluency in 300 hours from zero knowledge. Studying and getting feedback five hours a week you will be able to understand everyday sentences, be understood when you talk, do most everyday tasks in about a year. Offline interaction is not a practical option for everyone, so online classes are a rapid and affordable way of acquiring the basic knowledge of Spanish. After mastering basic skills, online marketplaces like Preply have Spanish tutors who specialize in intensive classes for intermediate and advanced speakers.
🤷 How long does it take to achieve a good level of Spanish?
Some people brag about their natural ability and learn languages quickly, but for most to go beyond the basics and gain working fluency in Spanish will take at least 600 hours of dedication. The length of time can differ by a lot depending on your current level of Spanish or knowledge of other languages in the same group. After alphabet and basic reading it is advised to use the language as often as possible: watch TV, write using your new language skills, look for native speakers to speak with, try additional ways to think and speak in Spanish out loud. If it's more difficult than you had imagined you can also take conversational Spanish classes online.
🤳 Can I choose my own Spanish teacher?
In learning centers, you can possibly choose your own tutor (from the ones who already work there). Online, certainly! The largest selection of pre-screened Spanish tutors with video profiles and real student reviews is available on online language learning platforms like Preply.
🗓 What's the best time to schedule classes?
Colleges typically offer classes two times weekly over a semester (15-week period). Language schools typically make available shorter, 8-week, 12-week, and 16-week course sessions. Online, you can take as few as one lesson a year, as many as several a day - and as many (or as few) as you want during any time of day, on weekdays and/or weekends.