Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
🌆 How do I skill up on Norwegian in Auckland and what are my options in terms of commitment?
Besides self-study using recorded courses, you have four key possibilities for learning Norwegian interactively in Auckland. 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 specialized language academies that are cheaper and flexible in schedule and requirements. Third, international learning centers usually offer cheaper group and more expensive in-person courses. Last, you can opt for a private Norwegian tutor in Auckland. If flexibility is key, you can compare local Auckland and online Norwegian tutors.
🎟 Is it affordable to learn Norwegian and how much should Norwegian tutors ask?
For university and college courses you can estimate Norwegian course cost by dividing annual tuition by ten (one course is usually 3 out of 30 credit hours offered) to get the cost of about 50 course hours each semester. Language centers and individual Norwegian tutors charge $30-55 per hourly group lesson, with private classes starting around $50 or more. Some of the better priced Norwegian tutors can be found online, with tuition on Preply averaging 34 and tutor rates varying widely based on tutor location, positive reviews and student demand. Customer review average for Norwegian lessons on Preply is 4.95 out of 5 stars.
📚 What are the requirements for Norwegian language skill level to sign up for a course?
When considering college and learning center classes be prepared pass a few pre-requisites. Planned classes vary widely in terms of textbook quality, homework volume and graded tasks, so research all such requirements in advance. With personal Norwegian tutors you can find out in advance for whom the tutor is effective with and which other specializations they make available (like teaching children or teens, etc.) For maximum flexibility, choose a tutor from a wide selection of those teaching online.
🔥 Why is Norwegian so challenging 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 Norwegian. In reality, you can gain basic Norwegian fluency in 300 hours from zero knowledge. Studying and getting feedback a few hours a week you will be able to understand common sentences, have simple conversations, socialize in about a year. Finding native speakers is not a practical option for everyone, so online classes are a fast and easy way of acquiring the basic knowledge of Norwegian. After gaining basic skills, online marketplaces like Preply have Norwegian tutors who specialize in intensive classes for intermediate and advanced speakers.
🤷 How long does it take to master Norwegian?
Some people just have a natural ability and learn languages quickly, but for most to go beyond the basics and gain working fluency in Norwegian will take at least 600 hours of active use. The actual range of time can differ a lot depending on your existing level of Norwegian or familiarity with other languages in the same group. After alphabet and basic reading it is a good idea to use the language as often as possible: watch news and movies, start a journal or write posts and comments using your new language skills, find native speakers to speak with, try as many as possible ways to think and speak in Norwegian out loud. If you're struggling when starting a discusssion you can also take conversational Norwegian classes online.
🤳 Can I choose my own Norwegian tutor?
In colleges and universities, there's a chance you can choose your own tutor (from select few). Online, always! The largest selection of tested Norwegian tutors with detailed profiles and customer reviews is available on online language learning platforms like Preply.
🗓 Will I be able to fit lessons in my busy schedule?
Colleges usually offer classes twice a week over a semester (75-day period). Language schools have shorter, 8-week, 12-week, and 16-week course sessions. Online, allows the flexibility to schedule lessons around your commitments, on weekdays and/or weekends.