Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
🌆 How to learn Arabic in Andover and what are my options in terms of commitment?
Besides self-study using apps, you have four principal options for learning Arabic interactively in Andover. First, universities and community colleges are an especially good idea for in-state residents. Also, check centers for continuing education and professional studies (they are a little more affordable.) Your second spource can be local commercial 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. Last, you can look for a private Arabic tutor in Andover. If flexibility is key, you can compare local Andover and online Arabic tutors.
🎟 Is it cheap to learn Arabic and what does a lesson with a tutor of Arabic cost?
For university and college courses you can estimate Arabic course cost as 1/10th of the yearly tuition (one course is usually 3 out of 30 credit hours offered) to get the price of 1/2 of a hundred course hours each semester. Language schools and individual Arabic tutors charge $30-55 for hourly group lesson, with individual classes starting around $50 or more. Some of the less pricey Arabic tutors can be found online, with costs on Preply averaging 11 and tutor rates varying widely based on tutor geography, ratings and languages the tutor can teach in. Customer review average for Arabic lessons on Preply is 4.94 out of 5 stars.
📚 How much Arabic do I need to know 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. Planned classes vary widely in terms of textbook quality, homework level and graded tasks, so research each program in advance. With personal Arabic tutors you can find reviews for whom the tutor is effective with and which other add-ons they make available (like teaching children or teens, etc.) For best flexibility, choose a tutor from many teaching online.
🔥 Why is Arabic not easy and are there ways to learn it in a better way?
Formal language instruction practiced in schools is not the most effective way to learn Arabic. According to experts, you can gain basic Arabic fluency in 300 hours from zero knowledge. Studying and getting feedback a few hours a week you will be able to understand common expressions, be understood when you talk, shop and place orders in about a year. Offline interaction is not a practical option for everyone, so online classes are a fast and fun way of acquiring the basic knowledge of Arabic. After acquiring basic skills, online marketplaces like Preply have Arabic tutors who specialize in intensive classes for intermediate and advanced level practitioners.
🤷 How long does it take to master Arabic?
Some people seem to have a natural ability and learn languages quickly, but for most to go beyond the basics and gain working fluency in Arabic will require at least 600 hours of dedication. The amount of time can differ quite a bit depending on your existing level of Arabic or proficiency in 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 videos, try typing using your new language skills, look for native speakers to speak with, try more ways to think and speak in Arabic out loud. If it's more difficult than you had imagined you can also take conversational Arabic classes online.
🤳 What are my options when choosing the Arabic coach?
In learning centers, you can possibly choose your own tutor (from a limited pool). Online, of course! The largest selection of verified Arabic tutors with extensive profiles and comprehensive reviews is available on online language learning 'supermarkets' like Preply.
🗓 What time of day and on which days are classes available?
Colleges typically offer 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 choose your own lesson frequency and time, on weekdays and/or weekends.