Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
🌆 How to learn Norwegian in Coquitlam and what are the possibilities in terms of commitment?
Besides self-study with special programs, you have a few primary possibilities for learning Norwegian interactively in Coquitlam. First, universities and community colleges are an especially good idea for in-state residents. Also, research centers for continuing education and professional studies (they are cheaper.) Your 2nd resource can be local private language academies that are better priced and flexible in schedule and requirements. Third, not-for-profit learning centers usually offer cheaper group and more expensive in-person courses. Finally, you can opt for a private Norwegian tutor in Coquitlam. If flexibility is key, you can compare local Coquitlam and online Norwegian tutors.
🎟 How expensive is it to learn Norwegian and what does a lesson with a tutor of Norwegian cost?
For university and college courses you can estimate Norwegian course cost as 1/10th of the yearly tuition (one course is usually 3 out of 30 credit hours offered) to get the cost of about 50 instruction hours each semester. Language schools and independent Norwegian tutors charge $30-55 per hourly group lesson, with private classes starting around $50 or more. Some of the more affordable Norwegian tutors can be found online, with tuition on Preply averaging 32 and tutor rates varying widely based on tutor location, experience and popularity. Average reviews for Norwegian lessons on Preply is 4.95 out of 5 stars.
📚 What level of Norwegian do I need to sign up for a course?
When considering college and learning center classes be prepared pass a few pre-requisites. Planned classes vary widely in terms of textbook quality, homework commitment and testing, so research those in advance. With personal Norwegian tutors you can find out in advance for whom the tutor is effective with and which other specializations they make available (like classes for adults, etc.) For better flexibility, choose a tutor from many teaching online.
🔥 Why is Norwegian 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 Norwegian. In reality, you can gain basic Norwegian fluency in 300 hours from zero knowledge. Studying and getting feedback five hours a week you will be able to understand most sentences, speak on some level, get proficient in daily routines in about a year. Finding native speakers is not a practical option for everyone, so online classes are a rapid and easy way of acquiring the basic knowledge of Norwegian. After acquiring basic skills, online marketplaces like Preply have Norwegian tutors who specialize in intensive classes for intermediate and advanced speakers.
🤷 How long does it take to achieve a good level of Norwegian?
Some people have a natural ability and learn languages quickly, but for most to go beyond the basics and gain working fluency in Norwegian will take at least 600 hours of active use. The actual range of time can differ quite a bit depending on your already acquired level of Norwegian or knowledge of other languages in the same group. After alphabet and basic reading it is advised to use the language as often as possible: watch news and movies, write using your new language skills, look for native speakers to speak with, try as many as possible ways to think and speak in Norwegian out loud. If this is a greater challenge than you had anticipated you can also take conversational Norwegian classes online.
🤳 Can I pick my own Norwegian coach?
In colleges and universities, there's a likelyhood you could choose your own tutor (from select few). Online, certainly! The largest selection of approved Norwegian tutors with full profiles and comprehensive reviews is available on online language learning resources like Preply.
🗓 What's the best time to schedule classes?
Colleges offer classes two times weekly over a semester (75-day period). Language schools as a rule offer 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.