Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
🌆 How to learn Norwegian in Brossard and what are the possibilities in terms of commitment?
Besides self-study using apps, you have 4 primary opportunities for learning Norwegian interactively in Brossard. First, universities and community colleges are an especially good idea for in-state residents. Also, research centers for continuing education and professional studies (they are better priced.) Your second option can be local for-profit language academies that charge less and flexible in schedule and requirements. Third, government-supported learning centers usually offer cheaper group and more expensive in-person courses. Finally, you can find a private Norwegian tutor in Brossard. If flexibility is key, you can compare local Brossard and online Norwegian tutors.
🎟 Is it cheap to learn Norwegian and what do Norwegian tutors charge?
For university and college courses you can estimate Norwegian course cost by dividing annual tuition by 10 (one course is usually 3 out of 30 credit hours offered) to get the rate for 45-48 class hours each semester. Language centers and individual Norwegian tutors charge $30-55 an hourly group lesson, with private classes starting from $50 or more. Some of the better priced Norwegian tutors can be found online, with rates on Preply averaging 34 and tutor rates varying widely based on tutor location, experience and specialization. Real student rating 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. Predetermined curriculum classes vary widely in terms of textbook quality, homework volume and exams, so research the details in advance. With personal Norwegian tutors you can find reviews for whom the tutor is effective with and which other add-ons they make available (like intermediate level practice, advanced students etc.) For more flexibility, choose a tutor from many teaching online.
🔥 Why is Norwegian so hard and are there ways to learn it the easy way?
Formal language instruction practiced in schools is not the most effective way to learn Norwegian. Realistically, 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 expressions, speak on some level, socialize in about a year. Finding native speakers is not a practical option for everyone, so online classes are a fast and enjoyable way of acquiring the basic knowledge of Norwegian. After gaining basic skills, online marketplaces like Preply have Norwegian tutors who specialize in intensive classes for intermediate and advanced level practitioners.
🤷 How long does it take to learn Norwegian?
Some people just 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 length of time can differ a lot depending on your current level of Norwegian or knowledge of other languages in the same group. After alphabet and basic reading 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, try to communicate with native speakers to speak with, try other ways to think and speak in Norwegian out loud. If it's more difficult than you had imagined 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 up to a dozen teachers). Online, certainly! The largest selection of pre-screened Norwegian tutors with detailed profiles and real student reviews is available on online language learning platforms like Preply.
🗓 What time of day and on which days are classes available?
Colleges offer classes twice a week over a semester (75-day 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.