Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
🌆 How can I master Korean in Augusta, GA and what are the possibilities in terms of commitment?
Besides self-study with special programs, you have four primary opportunities for learning Korean interactively in Augusta, GA. 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 cheaper.) Your second spource can be local specialized language academies that charge less and flexible in schedule and requirements. Third, government-supported learning centers usually offer cheaper group and more expensive in-person courses. Finally, you can choose a private Korean tutor in Augusta, GA. If flexibility is key, you can compare local Augusta, GA and online Korean tutors.
🎟 Is it cheap to learn Korean and what do Korean tutors charge?
For university and college courses you can estimate Korean course cost as 1/10th of the yearly tuition (one course is usually 3 out of 30 credit hours offered) to get the cost of 1/2 of a hundred lesson hours each semester. Language centers and private Korean tutors charge $30-55 for hourly group lesson, with private classes starting around $50 or more. Some of the less pricey Korean tutors can be found online, with costs on Preply averaging 21 and tutor rates varying widely based on tutor hometown, experience and popularity. Customer review average for Korean lessons on Preply is 4.96 out of 5 stars.
📚 What are the requirements for Korean language skill level to sign up for a course?
When considering college and learning center classes be prepared demonstrate proof of your current level. Predetermined curriculum classes vary widely in terms of textbook quality, homework level and tests, so research each program in advance. With personal Korean tutors you can read real feedback for whom the tutor is effective with and which other specializations 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 Korean not easy and are there ways to learn it more effectively?
Standardized language instruction practiced in schools is not the most effective way to learn Korean. As proven by others before, you can gain basic Korean fluency in 300 hours from zero knowledge. Studying and getting feedback several hours a week you will be able to understand many expressions, have simple conversations, socialize in about a year. Finding native speakers is not a practical option for everyone, so online classes are a rapid and enjoyable way of acquiring the basic knowledge of Korean. After mastering basic skills, online marketplaces like Preply have Korean tutors who specialize in intensive classes for intermediate and advanced level practitioners.
🤷 How long does it take to achieve a good level of Korean?
Some people have a natural ability and learn languages quickly, but for most to go beyond the basics and gain working fluency in Korean will demand at least 600 hours of active use. The length of time can differ significantly depending on your existing level of Korean or familiarity with other languages in the same group. After alphabet and basic reading it is best to use the language as often as possible: watch TV, write by hand and online using your new language skills, seek native speakers to speak with, try as many as possible ways to think and speak in Korean out loud. If it's more difficult than you had imagined you can also take conversational Korean classes online.
🤳 How many possibilities do I choose among when I select the right Korean coach?
In learning centers, it's possible that you can choose your own tutor (from select few). Online, certainly! The largest selection of tested Korean tutors with full profiles and customer reviews is available on online language learning 'supermarkets' like Preply.
🗓 What's the lesson schedule like?
Colleges as a rule schedule classes twice a week over a semester (75-day period). Language schools usually make available 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.