Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
🌆 How do I improve my Korean in Chicago, IL and what are my options in terms of commitment?
Besides self-study using apps, you have a few main opportunities for learning Korean interactively in Chicago, IL. 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 other possibility can be local commercial 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 opt for a private Korean tutor in Chicago, IL. If flexibility is key, you can compare local Chicago, IL and online Korean tutors.
🎟 Is it expensive to learn Korean and what do Korean tutors charge?
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 rate for 45-48 course hours each semester. Language academies and individual Korean tutors charge $30-55 an hourly group lesson, with individual classes starting from $50 or more. Some of the less pricey Korean tutors can be found online, with rates on Preply averaging 21 and tutor rates varying widely based on tutor geography, experience and student demand. 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 pass a few pre-requisites. All classes vary widely in terms of textbook quality, homework volume and exams, so research each program in advance. With personal Korean tutors you can read real feedback for whom the tutor is effective with and which other specializations they make available (like classes for students of A, B, or C leves, etc.) For maximum flexibility, choose a tutor from a wide selection of those teaching online.
🔥 Why is Korean so hard and are there ways to learn it the easy way?
Formal 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 several hours a week you will be able to understand most phrases, have simple conversations, do most everyday tasks in about a year. Finding native speakers is not a practical option for everyone, so online classes are a quick and affordable 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 level practitioners.
🤷 How long does it take to master Korean?
Some people brag about their 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 active use. The actual range of time can differ significantly depending on your available level of Korean or familiarity with other languages in the same group. As soon as you've learned the basics it is a good idea to use the language as often as possible: watch news and movies, try typing using your new language skills, seek native speakers to speak with, try other 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.
🤳 Can I choose my own Korean tutor?
In learning centers, it's possible that you can choose your own tutor (from a limited pool). Online, absolutely! The largest selection of approved Korean tutors with video profiles and customer reviews is available on online language learning 'supermarkets' like Preply.
🗓 What time of day and on which days are classes available?
Colleges usually schedule classes two times weekly over a semester (15-week period). Language schools usually 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.