Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
🌆 How to learn Hebrew in Burnaby and what are the possibilities in terms of commitment?
Besides self-study using mobile applications, you have several main choices for learning Hebrew interactively in Burnaby. 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 second possibility 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. Fourth, you can find a private Hebrew tutor in Burnaby. If flexibility is key, you can compare local Burnaby and online Hebrew tutors.
🎟 Is it expensive to learn Hebrew and what do Hebrew tutors charge?
For university and college courses you can estimate Hebrew course cost by dividing annual tuition by 10 (one course is usually 3 out of 30 credit hours offered) to get the overall charge for fifty or so course hours each semester. Language schools and individual Hebrew tutors charge $30-55 for hourly group lesson, with private classes starting around $50 or more. Some of the less pricey Hebrew tutors can be found online, with prices on Preply averaging 35 and tutor rates varying widely based on tutor hometown, ratings and popularity. Average reviews for Hebrew lessons on Preply is 4.93 out of 5 stars.
📚 What are the requirements for Hebrew language skill level to sign up for a course?
When considering college and learning center classes be prepared demonstrate proof of your current level. Planned classes vary widely in terms of textbook quality, homework load and exams, so research each program in advance. With personal Hebrew tutors you can find out in advance for whom the tutor is effective with and which other extras they make available (like instruction for beginners, etc.) For maximum flexibility, choose a tutor from those who are teaching online.
🔥 Why is Hebrew so challenging 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 5 hours a week you will be able to understand most expressions, be understood when you talk, shop and place orders in about a year. Offline interaction is not a practical option for everyone, so online classes are a ready and fun way of acquiring the basic knowledge of Hebrew. After gaining basic skills, online marketplaces like Preply have Hebrew tutors who specialize in intensive classes for intermediate and advanced learners.
🤷 How long does it take to learn Hebrew?
Some people just 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 practice. The actual range of time can differ by a lot depending on your existing level of Hebrew or knowledge of other languages in the same group. After alphabet and basic reading it is a good idea to use the language as often as possible: watch news and movies, write by hand and online using your new language skills, seek native speakers to speak with, try more ways to think and speak in Hebrew out loud. If this is not easy you can also take conversational Hebrew classes online.
🤳 How many possibilities do I choose among when I select the right Hebrew teacher?
In language centers, it's possible that you can choose your own tutor (from the ones who already work there). Online, always! The largest selection of approved Hebrew tutors with extensive profiles and true 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 structure classes two times weekly over a semester (15-week period). Language schools make available 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.