Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
🌆 How to learn Hebrew in Alexandria, VA and what are my options in terms of commitment?
Besides self-study with recorded courses, you have several principal choices for learning Hebrew interactively in Alexandria, VA. 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 cheaper.) Your second possibility can be local private language academies that are cheaper and flexible in schedule and requirements. Third, non-profit learning centers usually offer cheaper group and more expensive in-person courses. Fourth, you can look for a private Hebrew tutor in Alexandria, VA. If flexibility is key, you can compare local Alexandria, VA and online Hebrew tutors.
🎟 Is it expensive to learn Hebrew and what does a lesson with a tutor of Hebrew cost?
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 rate for 1/2 of a hundred course hours each semester. Language centers and private Hebrew tutors charge $30-55 an hourly group lesson, with individual classes starting around $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 geography, positive reviews and popularity. Real student rating average for Hebrew lessons on Preply is 4.94 out of 5 stars.
📚 How much Hebrew do I need to know to sign up for a course?
When considering college and learning center classes be prepared demonstrate proof of your current level. All classes vary widely in terms of textbook quality, homework level and tests, so research those in advance. With personal Hebrew tutors you can find out in advance for whom the tutor is effective with and which other specializations they make available (like instruction for beginners, etc.) For better flexibility, choose a tutor from those teaching online.
🔥 Why is Hebrew not easy and are there ways to learn it the easy way?
Standardized 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 many sentences, express yourself, shop and place orders in about a year. Finding native speakers is not a practical option for everyone, so online classes are a fast 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 level practitioners.
🤷 How long does it take to achieve a good level of 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 necessitate at least 600 hours of active use. The length of time can differ by a lot depending on your current level of Hebrew or knowledge of other languages in the same group. After alphabet and basic reading 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, look for native speakers to speak with, try other ways to think and speak in Hebrew out loud. If this is a greater challenge than you had anticipated you can also take conversational Hebrew classes online.
🤳 Can I choose my own Hebrew coach?
In colleges and universities, it's possible that you can choose your own tutor (from up to a dozen teachers). Online, of course! The largest selection of verified Hebrew tutors with detailed profiles and real student reviews is available on online language learning resources like Preply.
🗓 What time of day and on which days are classes available?
Colleges structure classes twice a week 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.