Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
🌆 How do I improve my Hebrew in Phoenix, AZ and what are my options in terms of commitment?
Besides self-study with special programs, you have 4 primary opportunities for learning Hebrew interactively in Phoenix, AZ. 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 commercial language academies that are better priced and flexible in schedule and requirements. Third, not-for-profit learning centers usually offer cheaper group and more expensive in-person courses. 4th and last, you can find a private Hebrew tutor in Phoenix, AZ. If flexibility is key, you can compare local Phoenix, AZ and online Hebrew tutors.
🎟 How expensive is it to learn Hebrew and how much should Hebrew tutors ask?
For university and college courses you can estimate Hebrew course cost by dividing annual tuition by 10 (one course is usually 3 out of 30 credit hours offered) to get the price of about 50 class hours each semester. Language centers and private Hebrew tutors charge $30-55 per hourly group lesson, with private classes starting from $50 or more. Some of the less pricey Hebrew tutors can be found online, with rates on Preply averaging 36 and tutor rates varying widely based on tutor location, availability and popularity. Customer review average for Hebrew lessons on Preply is 4.97 out of 5 stars.
📚 What are the requirements for Hebrew language skill level to sign up for a course?
When considering college and learning center classes be prepared prove your profeciency level. 'Canned' classes vary widely in terms of textbook quality, homework level and exams, so research each program in advance. With personal Hebrew tutors you can read real feedback for whom the tutor is effective with and which other extras they make available (like classes for students of A, B, or C leves, etc.) For maximum flexibility, choose a tutor from those who are teaching online.
🔥 Why is Hebrew so hard and are there ways to learn it more effectively?
Formal language instruction practiced in schools is not the most effective way to learn Hebrew. Realistically, you can gain basic Hebrew fluency in 300 hours from zero knowledge. Studying and getting feedback several hours a week you will be able to understand common phrases, express yourself, do most everyday tasks in about a year. Finding native speakers is not a practical option for everyone, so online classes are a ready and affordable way of acquiring the basic knowledge of Hebrew. After attaining basic skills, online marketplaces like Preply have Hebrew tutors who specialize in intensive classes for intermediate and advanced speakers.
🤷 How long does it take to get better at speaking Hebrew?
Some people have a natural ability and learn languages quickly, but for most to go beyond the basics and gain working fluency in Hebrew will take at least 600 hours of study. The required duration of time can differ quite a bit depending on your available level of Hebrew or proficiency in other languages in the same group. As soon as you've learned the basics it is best to use the language as often as possible: watch videos, try typing using your new language skills, seek native speakers to speak with, try as many as possible ways to think and speak in Hebrew out loud. If it's more difficult than you had imagined you can also take conversational Hebrew classes online.
🤳 What are my options when choosing the Hebrew instructor?
In language learning academies, you can possibly choose your own tutor (from the ones who already work there). Online, of course! The largest selection of pre-screened Hebrew tutors with extensive profiles and true reviews is available on online language learning resources like Preply.
🗓 What's the best time to schedule classes?
Colleges typically schedule classes two times weekly over a semester (75-day period). Language schools typically have 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.