Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
🌆 How to learn Italian in Piacenza and what are my options in terms of commitment?
Besides self-study using recorded courses, you have 4 main opportunities for learning Italian interactively in Piacenza. 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 better priced.) Your 2nd possibility can be local private 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. Last, you can look for a private Italian tutor in Piacenza. If flexibility is key, you can compare local Piacenza and online Italian tutors.
🎟 How expensive is it 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 rate for 45-48 course hours each semester. Language schools and individual Italian tutors charge $30-55 per hourly group lesson, with private classes starting around $50 or more. Some of the most budget-friendly Italian tutors can be found online, with tuition on Preply averaging 21 and tutor rates varying widely based on tutor location, availability and student demand. Real student rating average for Italian lessons on Preply is 4.96 out of 5 stars.
📚 How much Italian do I need to know to sign up for a course?
When considering college and learning center classes be prepared prove your profeciency level. Planned classes vary widely in terms of textbook quality, homework level and graded tasks, so research the details in advance. With personal Italian tutors you can read real feedback for whom the tutor is effective with and which other extras they make available (like teaching children or teens, etc.) For best flexibility, choose a tutor from those teaching online.
🔥 Why is Italian 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 Italian. Realistically, you can gain basic Italian fluency in 300 hours from zero knowledge. Studying and getting feedback a few hours a week you will be able to understand everyday sentences, speak on some level, do most everyday tasks in about a year. Relocating is not a practical option for everyone, so online classes are a quick and easy way of acquiring the basic knowledge of Italian. After gaining 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 master Italian?
Some people just have a natural ability and learn languages quickly, but for most to go beyond the basics and gain working fluency in Italian will require at least 600 hours of study. The amount of time can differ by a lot depending on your current level of Italian or knowledge of other languages in the same group. As soon as you've learned the basics it is a good idea to use the language as often as possible: watch television, try typing using your new language skills, try to communicate with native speakers to speak with, try more 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 learning centers, there's a chance you can choose your own tutor (from select few). Online, of course! The largest selection of approved Italian tutors with detailed profiles and real student reviews is available on online language learning marketplaces like Preply.
🗓 What's the best time to schedule classes?
Colleges typically run classes twice a week over a semester (15-week period). Language schools typically 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.