Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
🌆 How to learn Korean in Cerritos, CA and what are the possibilities in terms of commitment?
Besides self-study using apps, you have four key choices for learning Korean interactively in Cerritos, CA. First, universities and community colleges are an especially good idea for in-state residents. Also, check centers for continuing education and professional studies (they are a little more affordable.) Your 2nd resource can be local private language academies that are cheaper 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 Korean tutor in Cerritos, CA. If flexibility is key, you can compare local Cerritos, CA and online Korean tutors.
🎟 Is it affordable to learn Korean and what are the ballpark lesson costs for Korean tutors?
For university and college courses you can estimate Korean 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 about 50 class hours each semester. Language academies and independent Korean tutors charge $30-55 for hourly group lesson, with private classes starting from $50 or more. Some of the better priced Korean tutors can be found online, with rates on Preply averaging 21 and tutor rates varying widely based on tutor geography, availability and languages the tutor can teach in. Customer review average for Korean lessons on Preply is 4.96 out of 5 stars.
📚 What are the requirements for Korean language skill level to sign up for a course?
When considering college and learning center classes be prepared pass a few pre-requisites. Planned classes vary widely in terms of textbook quality, homework commitment and testing, so research all such requirements in advance. With personal Korean tutors you can find reviews for whom the tutor is effective with and which other specializations they make available (like instruction for beginners, etc.) For better flexibility, choose a tutor from a wide selection of those teaching online.
🔥 Why is Korean so difficult and are there ways to learn it more effectively?
One-size-fits-all language instruction practiced in schools is not the most effective way to learn Korean. According to experts, you can gain basic Korean fluency in 300 hours from zero knowledge. Studying and getting feedback five hours a week you will be able to understand many sentences, speak on some level, socialize in about a year. Finding native speakers is not a practical option for everyone, so online classes are a quick and fun way of acquiring the basic knowledge of Korean. After acquiring basic skills, online marketplaces like Preply have Korean tutors who specialize in intensive classes for intermediate and advanced students.
🤷 How long does it take to learn Korean?
Some people just have a natural ability and learn languages quickly, but for most to go beyond the basics and gain working fluency in Korean will take at least 600 hours of study. The required duration of time can differ a lot depending on your existing level of Korean or knowledge of other languages in the same group. After alphabet and basic reading it is recommended 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 additional ways to think and speak in Korean out loud. If this is not easy you can also take conversational Korean classes online.
🤳 Can I pick my own Korean coach?
In language centers, there's a chance you can choose your own tutor (from up to a dozen teachers). Online, always! The largest selection of pre-screened Korean tutors with full profiles and true reviews is available on online language learning resources like Preply.
🗓 What time of day and on which days are classes available?
Colleges run classes twice a week over a semester (75-day period). Language schools usually give 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.