Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
🌆 How do I improve my Norwegian in Baton Rouge, LA and what are the possibilities in terms of commitment?
Besides self-study with mobile applications, you have four key options for learning Norwegian interactively in Baton Rouge, LA. 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 other spource can be local private language academies that are better priced and flexible in schedule and requirements. Third, international learning centers usually offer cheaper group and more expensive in-person courses. Last, you can look for a private Norwegian tutor in Baton Rouge, LA. If flexibility is key, you can compare local Baton Rouge, LA 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 overall charge for 1/2 of a hundred instruction hours each semester. Language schools and private Norwegian tutors charge $30-55 an hourly group lesson, with individual classes starting from $50 or more. Some of the better priced Norwegian tutors can be found online, with prices on Preply averaging 32 and tutor rates varying widely based on tutor hometown, ratings 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. All classes vary widely in terms of textbook quality, homework level and tests, so research all such requirements in advance. With personal Norwegian tutors you can read real feedback for whom the tutor is effective with and which other add-ons they make available (like teaching children or teens, etc.) For better flexibility, choose a tutor from those teaching online.
🔥 Why is Norwegian so difficult and are there ways to learn it faster?
Formal 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 several hours a week you will be able to understand everyday sentences, have simple conversations, do most everyday tasks in about a year. Offline interaction is not a practical option for everyone, so online classes are a fast and enjoyable way of acquiring the basic knowledge of Norwegian. After mastering basic skills, online marketplaces like Preply have Norwegian tutors who specialize in intensive classes for intermediate and advanced students.
🤷 How long does it take to master Norwegian?
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 Norwegian will take at least 600 hours of dedication. The actual range of time can differ quite a bit depending on your current level of Norwegian or familiarity with other languages in the same group. After alphabet and basic reading 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, try to communicate with 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 pick my own Norwegian teacher?
In learning centers, it's possible that you can choose your own tutor (from the ones who already work there). Online, always! The largest selection of tested Norwegian tutors with detailed profiles and customer reviews is available on online language learning resources like Preply.
🗓 What's the best time to schedule classes?
Colleges as a rule run classes two times weekly over a semester (75-day period). Language schools offer 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.