Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
🌆 How can I master Spanish in Calgary and what are the possibilities in terms of commitment?
Besides self-study using mobile applications, you have a few key possibilities for learning Spanish interactively in Calgary. 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 option can be local private 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. Fourth, you can find a private Spanish tutor in Calgary. If flexibility is key, you can compare local Calgary and online Spanish tutors.
🎟 Is it affordable to learn Spanish and what do Spanish tutors charge?
For university and college courses you can estimate Spanish course cost as one-tenth of the yearly tuition (one course is usually 3 out of 30 credit hours offered) to get the price of 45-48 course hours each semester. Language academies and individual Spanish tutors charge $30-55 an hourly group lesson, with private classes starting from $50 or more. Some of the better priced Spanish tutors can be found online, with tuition on Preply averaging 15 and tutor rates varying widely based on tutor country of residence, experience and student demand. Customer review average for Spanish lessons on Preply is 4.95 out of 5 stars.
📚 How much Spanish do I need to know 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 commitment and tests, so research all such requirements in advance. With personal Spanish tutors you can read reviews and get a good idea for whom the tutor is effective with and which other specializations they make available (like intermediate level practice, advanced students etc.) For more flexibility, choose a tutor from those who are teaching online.
🔥 Why is Spanish not easy and are there ways to learn it the easy way?
Formal language instruction practiced in schools is not the most effective way to learn Spanish. As proven by others before, you can gain basic Spanish fluency in 300 hours from zero knowledge. Studying and getting feedback a few hours a week you will be able to understand most sentences, speak on some level, socialize in about a year. Relocating is not a practical option for everyone, so online classes are a fast and enjoyable way of acquiring the basic knowledge of Spanish. After mastering basic skills, online marketplaces like Preply have Spanish tutors who specialize in intensive classes for intermediate and advanced students.
🤷 How long does it take to learn Spanish?
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 Spanish will demand at least 600 hours of active use. The required duration of time can differ by a lot depending on your existing level of Spanish or proficiency in other languages in the same group. After alphabet and basic reading it is recommended to use the language as often as possible: watch TV, write by hand and online using your new language skills, try to communicate with native speakers to speak with, try more ways to think and speak in Spanish out loud. If this is a greater challenge than you had anticipated you can also take conversational Spanish classes online.
🤳 Can I choose my own Spanish teacher?
In language learning academies, there's a likelyhood you could choose your own tutor (from the ones who already work there). Online, of course! The largest selection of pre-screened Spanish tutors with full profiles and customer reviews is available on online language learning marketplaces like Preply.
🗓 What's the lesson schedule like?
Colleges usually schedule classes two times weekly over a semester (75-day period). Language schools typically make available shorter, 8-week, 12-week, and 16-week course sessions. Online, you can choose your own lesson frequency and time, on weekdays and/or weekends.