Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
🌆 How do I improve my Norwegian in Bainbridge Island, WA and what are the possibilities in terms of commitment?
Besides self-study using apps, you have a few key options for learning Norwegian interactively in Bainbridge Island, WA. 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 a little more affordable.) Your second resource can be local private language academies that cost less and flexible in schedule and requirements. Third, international learning centers usually offer cheaper group and more expensive in-person courses. Fourth, you can find a private Norwegian tutor in Bainbridge Island, WA. If flexibility is key, you can compare local Bainbridge Island, WA and online Norwegian tutors.
🎟 How expensive is it to learn Norwegian and what are the ballpark lesson costs for Norwegian tutors?
For university and college courses you can estimate Norwegian 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 fifty or so class hours each semester. Language schools and individual Norwegian tutors charge $30-55 for hourly group lesson, with individual classes starting around $50 or more. Some of the more affordable Norwegian tutors can be found online, with costs on Preply averaging 34 and tutor rates varying widely based on tutor hometown, experience and specialization. Real student rating average for Norwegian lessons on Preply is 4.95 out of 5 stars.
📚 How much Norwegian 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 tests, so research those in advance. With personal Norwegian tutors you can find reviews for whom the tutor is effective with and which other add-ons they make available (like intermediate level practice, advanced students etc.) For best flexibility, choose a tutor from many teaching online.
🔥 Why is Norwegian so hard and are there ways to learn it in a better way?
Standardized language instruction practiced in schools is not the most effective way to learn Norwegian. As proven by others before, you can gain basic Norwegian fluency in 300 hours from zero knowledge. Studying and getting feedback five 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 ready and fun way of acquiring the basic knowledge of Norwegian. After acquiring 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 brag about their natural ability and learn languages quickly, but for most to go beyond the basics and gain working fluency in Norwegian will demand at least 600 hours of active use. The amount of time can differ by a lot depending on your available level of Norwegian or knowledge of other languages in the same group. As soon as you've learned the basics it is recommended 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.
🤳 What are my options when choosing the Norwegian teacher?
In language learning academies, you can possibly choose your own tutor (from a limited pool). Online, of course! The largest selection of verified Norwegian tutors with extensive profiles and customer reviews is available on online language learning 'supermarkets' like Preply.
🗓 What's the lesson schedule like?
Colleges usually structure classes two times weekly over a semester (75-day period). Language schools as a rule make available shorter, 8-week, 12-week, and 16-week course sessions. Online, the number of lessons is really up to you, with early morning, day, evening and night classes available, on weekdays and/or weekends.