Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
🌆 How do I improve my Arabic in Birmingham and is possible to go light in terms of commitment?
Besides self-study with apps, you have a few primary options for learning Arabic interactively in Birmingham. 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 2nd spource can be local commercial language academies that charge less and flexible in schedule and requirements. Third, non-profit learning centers usually offer cheaper group and more expensive in-person courses. Last, you can look for a private Arabic tutor in Birmingham. If flexibility is key, you can compare local Birmingham and online Arabic tutors.
🎟 Is it expensive to learn Arabic and what do Arabic tutors charge?
For university and college courses you can estimate Arabic course cost by dividing annual tuition by ten (one course is usually 3 out of 30 credit hours offered) to get the price of about 50 class hours each semester. Language schools and private Arabic tutors charge $30-55 per hourly group lesson, with private classes starting around $50 or more. Some of the better priced Arabic tutors can be found online, with costs on Preply averaging 11 and tutor rates varying widely based on tutor location, experience and popularity. Customer review average for Arabic lessons on Preply is 4.94 out of 5 stars.
📚 How much Arabic do I need to know to sign up for a course?
When considering college and learning center classes be prepared pass a few pre-requisites. 'Canned' classes vary widely in terms of textbook quality, homework level and graded tasks, so research the details in advance. With personal Arabic tutors you can find reviews 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 a wide selection of those teaching online.
🔥 Why is Arabic so difficult 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 Arabic. As proven by others before, you can gain basic Arabic fluency in 300 hours from zero knowledge. Studying and getting feedback several hours a week you will be able to understand everyday words, speak on some level, do most everyday tasks in about a year. Physical language immersion is not a practical option for everyone, so online classes are a quick and fun way of acquiring the basic knowledge of Arabic. After acquiring basic skills, online marketplaces like Preply have Arabic tutors who specialize in intensive classes for intermediate and advanced learners.
🤷 How long does it take to achieve a good level of Arabic?
Some people have a natural ability and learn languages quickly, but for most to go beyond the basics and gain working fluency in Arabic will demand at least 600 hours of active use. The actual range of time can differ significantly depending on your already acquired level of Arabic or familiarity with other languages in the same group. As soon as you've learned the basics it is advised to use the language as often as possible: watch videos, start a journal or write posts and comments using your new language skills, find native speakers to speak with, try other ways to think and speak in Arabic out loud. If it's more difficult than you had imagined you can also take conversational Arabic classes online.
🤳 Can I pick my own Arabic instructor?
In language centers, there's a chance you can choose your own tutor (from a limited pool). Online, of course! The largest selection of verified Arabic tutors with detailed profiles and customer reviews is available on online language learning resources like Preply.
🗓 Will I be able to fit lessons in my busy schedule?
Colleges structure classes twice a week over a semester (15-week period). Language schools as a rule offer 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.