Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
🌆 How do I improve my Korean in Chula Vista, CA and what are the possibilities in terms of commitment?
Besides self-study using apps, you have four main options for learning Korean interactively in Chula Vista, CA. 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 possibility 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. Finally, you can choose a private Korean tutor in Chula Vista, CA. If flexibility is key, you can compare local Chula Vista, CA and online Korean tutors.
🎟 Is it affordable to learn Korean and how much should Korean tutors ask?
For university and college courses you can estimate Korean course cost as 1/10th of the yearly tuition (one course is usually 3 out of 30 credit hours offered) to get the price of fifty or so instruction hours each semester. Language centers and individual Korean tutors charge $30-55 for hourly group lesson, with private 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 prove your profeciency level. 'Canned' classes vary widely in terms of textbook quality, homework level and tests, 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 extras they make available (like classes for students of A, B, or C leves, etc.) For best flexibility, choose a tutor from those teaching online.
🔥 Why is Korean so hard and are there ways to learn it more effectively?
Standardized 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 everyday sentences, be understood when you talk, socialize in about a year. Relocating is not a practical option for everyone, so online classes are a quick and easy 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 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 necessitate at least 600 hours of practice. The actual range of time can differ a lot depending on your current level of Korean or familiarity with other languages in the same group. After alphabet and basic reading it is advised to use the language as often as possible: watch videos, write by hand and online using your new language skills, try to communicate with 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.
🤳 Can I pick my own Korean coach?
In language learning academies, there's a likelyhood you could choose your own tutor (from the ones who already work there). Online, always! The largest selection of pre-screened Korean tutors with extensive profiles and real student reviews is available on online language learning platforms like Preply.
🗓 What's the lesson schedule like?
Colleges as a rule run classes two times weekly over a semester (15-week period). Language schools as a rule have 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.