Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
🌆 How to learn Spanish in Colorado Springs, CO and is possible to go light in terms of commitment?
Besides self-study using recorded courses, you have four key opportunities for learning Spanish interactively in Colorado Springs, CO. 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 a little more affordable.) Your second possibility can be local specialized 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. Fourth, you can find a private Spanish tutor in Colorado Springs, CO. If flexibility is key, you can compare local Colorado Springs, CO and online Spanish tutors.
🎟 Is it affordable to learn Spanish and what do Spanish tutors charge?
For university and college courses you can estimate Spanish course cost by dividing annual tuition by 10 (one course is usually 3 out of 30 credit hours offered) to get the rate for about 50 lesson hours each semester. Language academies and independent Spanish tutors charge $30-55 per hourly group lesson, with private classes starting from $50 or more. Some of the less pricey Spanish tutors can be found online, with prices on Preply averaging 15 and tutor rates varying widely based on tutor location, experience and student demand. Customer review average for Spanish lessons on Preply is 4.96 out of 5 stars.
📚 What level of Spanish do I need 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 level and graded tasks, so research the details in advance. With personal Spanish tutors you can find out in advance for whom the tutor is effective with and which other add-ons they make available (like classes for students of A, B, or C leves, etc.) For better flexibility, choose a tutor from a wide selection of those teaching online.
🔥 Why is Spanish not easy 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 Spanish. In reality, you can gain basic Spanish fluency in 300 hours from zero knowledge. Studying and getting feedback five hours a week you will be able to understand many phrases, speak on some level, socialize in about a year. Offline interaction is not a practical option for everyone, so online classes are a quick and easy way of acquiring the basic knowledge of Spanish. After attaining basic skills, online marketplaces like Preply have Spanish tutors who specialize in intensive classes for intermediate and advanced learners.
🤷 How long does it take to achieve a good level of Spanish?
Some people brag about their natural ability and learn languages quickly, but for most to go beyond the basics and gain working fluency in Spanish will necessitate at least 600 hours of practice. The required duration of time can differ significantly depending on your existing level of Spanish or proficiency in 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 television, write using your new language skills, find native speakers to speak with, try as many as possible ways to think and speak in Spanish out loud. If this is not easy you can also take conversational Spanish classes online.
🤳 What are my options when choosing the Spanish tutor?
In language learning academies, there's a chance you can choose your own tutor (from select few). Online, certainly! The largest selection of approved Spanish tutors with detailed profiles and customer reviews is available on online language learning platforms like Preply.
🗓 What's the lesson schedule like?
Colleges as a rule structure classes two times weekly over a semester (75-day period). Language schools typically 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.