Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
🌆 How can I master Italian in Los Angeles, CA and what does it take in terms of commitment?
Besides self-study with recorded courses, you have four key choices for learning Italian interactively in Los Angeles, CA. First, universities and community colleges are an especially good idea for in-state residents. Also, read about centers for continuing education and professional studies (they are better priced.) Your second resource can be local for-profit language academies that charge less and flexible in schedule and requirements. Third, not-for-profit learning centers usually offer cheaper group and more expensive in-person courses. Last, you can look for a private Italian tutor in Los Angeles, CA. If flexibility is key, you can compare local Los Angeles, CA and online Italian tutors.
🎟 Is it expensive to learn Italian and what does a lesson with a tutor of Italian cost?
For university and college courses you can estimate Italian course cost by dividing annual tuition by 10 (one course is usually 3 out of 30 credit hours offered) to get the overall charge for about 50 instruction hours each semester. Language schools and independent Italian tutors charge $30-55 for hourly group lesson, with individual classes starting around $50 or more. Some of the less pricey Italian tutors can be found online, with costs on Preply averaging 21 and tutor rates varying widely based on tutor geography, positive reviews and specialization. Average reviews for Italian lessons on Preply is 4.96 out of 5 stars.
📚 What level of Italian 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 commitment and testing, so research each program 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 specializations they make available (like classes for students of A, B, or C leves, etc.) For more flexibility, choose a tutor from those teaching online.
🔥 Why is Italian so challenging and are there ways to learn it the easy way?
One-size-fits-all 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 many words, be understood when you talk, do most everyday tasks in about a year. Relocating is not a practical option for everyone, so online classes are a quick and affordable 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 level practitioners.
🤷 How long does it take to achieve a good level of Italian?
Some people brag about their natural ability and learn languages quickly, but for most to go beyond the basics and gain working fluency in Italian will demand at least 600 hours of dedication. The length of time can differ quite a bit depending on your current level of Italian or proficiency in other languages in the same group. After alphabet and basic reading it is recommended to use the language as often as possible: watch news and movies, write using your new language skills, look for native speakers to speak with, try other 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.
🤳 What are my options when choosing the Italian instructor?
In language centers, there's a chance you can choose your own tutor (from the ones who already work there). Online, absolutely! The largest selection of tested Italian tutors with detailed profiles and true reviews is available on online language learning platforms like Preply.
🗓 What's the best time to schedule classes?
Colleges offer classes twice a week over a semester (75-day period). Language schools as a rule offer 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.