Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
🌆 How can I master Korean in Champaign, IL and what does it take in terms of commitment?
Besides self-study with apps, you have several main opportunities for learning Korean interactively in Champaign, IL. First, universities and community colleges are an especially good idea for in-state residents. Also, ask about the centers for continuing education and professional studies (they are a little more affordable.) Your other spource can be local for-profit language academies that are cheaper and flexible in schedule and requirements. Third, not-for-profit learning centers usually offer cheaper group and more expensive in-person courses. 4th and last, you can look for a private Korean tutor in Champaign, IL. If flexibility is key, you can compare local Champaign, IL and online Korean tutors.
🎟 Is it cheap to learn Korean and what are the ballpark lesson costs for Korean tutors?
For university and college courses you can estimate Korean course cost as one-tenth of the yearly tuition (one course is usually 3 out of 30 credit hours offered) to get the cost of fifty or so instruction hours each semester. Language schools and independent Korean tutors charge $30-55 per hourly group lesson, with individual classes starting around $50 or more. Some of the less pricey Korean tutors can be found online, with costs on Preply averaging 21 and tutor rates varying widely based on tutor hometown, positive reviews and languages the tutor can teach in. Average reviews for Korean lessons on Preply is 4.96 out of 5 stars.
📚 What level of Korean do I need to sign up for a course?
When considering college and learning center classes be prepared demonstrate proof of your current level. 'Canned' classes vary widely in terms of textbook quality, homework level and tests, so research those 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 best flexibility, choose a tutor from a wide selection of those teaching online.
🔥 Why is Korean so challenging and are there ways to learn it in a better way?
Formal language instruction practiced in schools is not the most effective way to learn Korean. In reality, you can gain basic Korean fluency in 300 hours from zero knowledge. Studying and getting feedback several hours a week you will be able to understand most 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 rapid and affordable way of acquiring the basic knowledge of Korean. After mastering basic skills, online marketplaces like Preply have Korean tutors who specialize in intensive classes for intermediate and advanced learners.
🤷 How long does it take to learn Korean?
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 Korean will take at least 600 hours of dedication. The required duration of time can differ a lot depending on your already acquired level of Korean 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 videos, write using your new language skills, seek native speakers to speak with, try as many as possible ways to think and speak in Korean out loud. If it's more difficult than you had imagined you can also take conversational Korean classes online.
🤳 What are my options when choosing the Korean teacher?
In colleges and universities, there's a likelyhood you could choose your own tutor (from up to a dozen teachers). Online, always! The largest selection of pre-screened Korean tutors with video profiles and comprehensive reviews is available on online language learning resources like Preply.
🗓 What time of day and on which days are classes available?
Colleges usually schedule classes twice a week over a semester (15-week period). Language schools typically 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.