Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
🌆 How do I skill up on Korean in Beckenham and what are my options in terms of commitment?
Besides self-study with recorded courses, you have four main possibilities for learning Korean interactively in Beckenham. 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 option can be local for-profit 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. 4th and last, you can find a private Korean tutor in Beckenham. If flexibility is key, you can compare local Beckenham and online Korean tutors.
🎟 Is it affordable to learn Korean and what are the ballpark lesson costs for Korean tutors?
For university and college courses you can estimate Korean course cost by dividing annual tuition by 10 (one course is usually 3 out of 30 credit hours offered) to get the cost of fifty or so lesson hours each semester. Language academies and independent Korean tutors charge $30-55 for hourly group lesson, with individual classes starting around $50 or more. Some of the more affordable Korean tutors can be found online, with costs on Preply averaging 21 and tutor rates varying widely based on tutor geography, ratings and student demand. Average reviews 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 pass a few pre-requisites. Predetermined curriculum classes vary widely in terms of textbook quality, homework level and graded tasks, so research those in advance. With personal Korean tutors you can find reviews for whom the tutor is effective with and which other expertise they make available (like classes for students of A, B, or C leves, etc.) For more flexibility, choose a tutor from those teaching online.
🔥 Why is Korean so challenging and are there ways to learn it faster?
Formal language instruction practiced in schools is not the most effective way to learn Korean. According to experts, you can gain basic Korean fluency in 300 hours from zero knowledge. Studying and getting feedback five hours a week you will be able to understand common sentences, be understood when you talk, do most everyday tasks in about a year. Physical language immersion is not a practical option for everyone, so online classes are a fast 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 learners.
🤷 How long does it take to get better at speaking Korean?
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 Korean will demand at least 600 hours of study. The required duration of time can differ by a lot depending on your available level of Korean or familiarity with other languages in the same group. After alphabet and basic reading it is advised to use the language as often as possible: watch television, write by hand and online using your new language skills, look for native speakers to speak with, try other ways to think and speak in Korean out loud. If this is a greater challenge than you had anticipated you can also take conversational Korean classes online.
🤳 Can I choose my own Korean tutor?
In learning centers, there's a chance you can choose your own tutor (from up to a dozen teachers). Online, always! The largest selection of approved Korean tutors with extensive profiles and customer reviews is available on online language learning 'supermarkets' like Preply.
🗓 Will I be able to fit lessons in my busy schedule?
Colleges as a rule run 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, the number of lessons is really up to you, with early morning, day, evening and night classes available, on weekdays and/or weekends.