Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
🌆 How do I improve my Hebrew in Beverly Hills, CA and what are my options in terms of commitment?
Besides self-study using apps, you have 4 primary choices for learning Hebrew interactively in Beverly Hills, CA. 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 less pricey.) Your 2nd possibility can be local commercial 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. 4th and last, you can choose a private Hebrew tutor in Beverly Hills, CA. If flexibility is key, you can compare local Beverly Hills, CA and online Hebrew tutors.
🎟 Is it affordable to learn Hebrew and what does a lesson with a tutor of Hebrew cost?
For university and college courses you can estimate Hebrew 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 about 50 instruction hours each semester. Language centers and independent Hebrew tutors charge $30-55 for hourly group lesson, with individual classes starting from $50 or more. Some of the more affordable Hebrew tutors can be found online, with costs on Preply averaging 36 and tutor rates varying widely based on tutor location, positive reviews and languages the tutor can teach in. Average student satisfaction for Hebrew lessons on Preply is 4.93 out of 5 stars.
📚 How much Hebrew do I need to know to sign up for a course?
When considering college and learning center classes be prepared demonstrate proof of your current level. All classes vary widely in terms of textbook quality, homework level and graded tasks, so research each program in advance. With personal Hebrew tutors you can find reviews for whom the tutor is effective with and which other expertise they make available (like teaching children or teens, etc.) For maximum flexibility, choose a tutor from those teaching online.
🔥 Why is Hebrew 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 Hebrew. As proven by others before, you can gain basic Hebrew fluency in 300 hours from zero knowledge. Studying and getting feedback several hours a week you will be able to understand many sentences, speak on some level, socialize in about a year. Offline interaction is not a practical option for everyone, so online classes are a ready and affordable way of acquiring the basic knowledge of Hebrew. After attaining basic skills, online marketplaces like Preply have Hebrew tutors who specialize in intensive classes for intermediate and advanced level practitioners.
🤷 How long does it take to get better at speaking Hebrew?
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 Hebrew will take at least 600 hours of active use. The length of time can differ by a lot depending on your current level of Hebrew 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, try typing using your new language skills, seek native speakers to speak with, try other ways to think and speak in Hebrew out loud. If this is not easy you can also take conversational Hebrew classes online.
🤳 Can I pick my own Hebrew tutor?
In language learning academies, there's a chance you can choose your own tutor (from select few). Online, always! The largest selection of tested Hebrew tutors with video profiles and comprehensive 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 (15-week period). Language schools typically give shorter, 8-week, 12-week, and 16-week course sessions. Online, you can take as few as one lesson a year, as many as several a day - and as many (or as few) as you want during any time of day, on weekdays and/or weekends.