Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
🌆 How do I improve my Norwegian in Boston, MA and is possible to go light in terms of commitment?
Besides self-study with mobile applications, you have a few principal opportunities for learning Norwegian interactively in Boston, MA. 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 specialized 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. Fourth, you can look for a private Norwegian tutor in Boston, MA. If flexibility is key, you can compare local Boston, MA and online Norwegian tutors.
🎟 Is it expensive to learn Norwegian and what does a lesson with a tutor of Norwegian cost?
For university and college courses you can estimate Norwegian course cost by dividing annual tuition by ten (one course is usually 3 out of 30 credit hours offered) to get the rate for about 50 lesson hours each semester. Language schools and independent Norwegian tutors charge $30-55 an hourly group lesson, with individual classes starting around $50 or more. Some of the more affordable Norwegian tutors can be found online, with rates on Preply averaging 32 and tutor rates varying widely based on tutor hometown, availability and popularity. Customer review average for Norwegian lessons on Preply is 4.95 out of 5 stars.
📚 What are the requirements for Norwegian language skill level to sign up for a course?
When considering college and learning center classes be prepared to show a language test profeciency score or take an entrance test to determine your level. All classes vary widely in terms of textbook quality, homework level and testing, so research the details in advance. With personal Norwegian tutors you can read reviews and get a good idea for whom the tutor is effective with and which other extras they make available (like classes for students of A, B, or C leves, etc.) For best flexibility, choose a tutor from those who are teaching online.
🔥 Why is Norwegian so challenging and are there ways to learn it faster?
One-size-fits-all language instruction practiced in schools is not the most effective way to learn Norwegian. According to experts, you can gain basic Norwegian fluency in 300 hours from zero knowledge. Studying and getting feedback 5 hours a week you will be able to understand most phrases, 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 rapid and fun 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 learn 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 actual range of time can differ a lot depending on your already acquired level of Norwegian or familiarity with other languages in the same group. As soon as you've learned the basics it is best 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 more 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, there's a likelyhood you could choose your own tutor (from the ones who already work there). Online, always! The largest selection of pre-screened Norwegian tutors with detailed profiles and customer reviews is available on online language learning platforms like Preply.
🗓 Will I be able to fit lessons in my busy schedule?
Colleges as a rule structure classes twice a week over a semester (15-week period). Language schools usually have shorter, 8-week, 12-week, and 16-week course sessions. Online, allows the flexibility to schedule lessons around your commitments, on weekdays and/or weekends.