Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
🌆 How do I skill up on Korean in Chester and what are the possibilities in terms of commitment?
Besides self-study with apps, you have 4 principal possibilities for learning Korean interactively in Chester. 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 better priced.) Your second spource can be local private language academies that cost less and flexible in schedule and requirements. Third, non-profit learning centers usually offer cheaper group and more expensive in-person courses. 4th and last, you can find a private Korean tutor in Chester. If flexibility is key, you can compare local Chester and online Korean tutors.
🎟 Is it affordable to learn Korean and what do Korean tutors charge?
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 price of 1/2 of a hundred instruction hours each semester. Language schools and individual Korean tutors charge $30-55 for hourly group lesson, with individual 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 location, availability and student demand. Average student satisfaction for Korean lessons on Preply is 4.96 out of 5 stars.
📚 How much Korean do I need to know to sign up for a course?
When considering college and learning center classes be prepared demonstrate proof of your current level. Predetermined curriculum classes vary widely in terms of textbook quality, homework load and testing, so research the details in advance. With personal Korean tutors you can find out in advance for whom the tutor is effective with and which other expertise they make available (like instruction for beginners, etc.) For better flexibility, choose a tutor from those teaching online.
🔥 Why is Korean so hard and are there ways to learn it faster?
One-size-fits-all language instruction practiced in schools is not the most effective way to learn Korean. Realistically, 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 most sentences, have simple conversations, get proficient in daily routines 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 Korean. After gaining 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 achieve a good level of Korean?
Some people have a natural ability and learn languages quickly, but for most to go beyond the basics and gain working fluency in Korean will require at least 600 hours of study. The amount of time can differ a lot depending on your existing level of Korean or familiarity with other languages in the same group. After alphabet and basic reading it is best to use the language as often as possible: watch television, write using your new language skills, seek native speakers to speak with, try more ways to think and speak in Korean out loud. If this is a greater challenge than you had anticipated you can also take conversational Korean classes online.
🤳 What are my options when choosing the Korean tutor?
In language learning academies, there's a likelyhood you could choose your own tutor (from up to a dozen teachers). Online, certainly! The largest selection of tested Korean tutors with detailed profiles and customer reviews is available on online language learning 'supermarkets' like Preply.
🗓 What's the best time to schedule classes?
Colleges usually offer classes twice a week over a semester (75-day period). Language schools typically offer 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.