Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
🌆 How to learn French in Des Moines, WA and what are my options in terms of commitment?
Besides self-study with mobile applications, you have a few key possibilities for learning French interactively in Des Moines, WA. 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 2nd possibility can be local commercial 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 look for a private French tutor in Des Moines, WA. If flexibility is key, you can compare local Des Moines, WA and online French tutors.
🎟 Is it affordable to learn French and what are the ballpark lesson costs for French tutors?
For university and college courses you can estimate French course cost by dividing annual tuition by ten (one course is usually 3 out of 30 credit hours offered) to get the cost of fifty or so class hours each semester. Language schools and private French tutors charge $30-55 an hourly group lesson, with individual classes starting from $50 or more. Some of the most budget-friendly French tutors can be found online, with prices on Preply averaging 22 and tutor rates varying widely based on tutor hometown, experience and student demand. Average student satisfaction for French lessons on Preply is 4.92 out of 5 stars.
📚 What are the requirements for French language skill level 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 graded tasks, so research those in advance. With personal French tutors you can read reviews and get a good idea for whom the tutor is effective with and which other extras they make available (like teaching children or teens, etc.) For better flexibility, choose a tutor from those who are teaching online.
🔥 Why is French so challenging and are there ways to learn it more effectively?
Formal language instruction practiced in schools is not the most effective way to learn French. In reality, you can gain basic French fluency in 300 hours from zero knowledge. Studying and getting feedback several hours a week you will be able to understand everyday sentences, express yourself, do most everyday tasks in about a year. Offline interaction is not a practical option for everyone, so online classes are a quick and affordable way of acquiring the basic knowledge of French. After gaining basic skills, online marketplaces like Preply have French tutors who specialize in intensive classes for intermediate and advanced learners.
🤷 How long does it take to learn French?
Some people brag about their natural ability and learn languages quickly, but for most to go beyond the basics and gain working fluency in French will demand at least 600 hours of study. The actual range of time can differ quite a bit depending on your already acquired level of French or proficiency in other languages in the same group. As soon as you've learned the basics it is best to use the language as often as possible: watch television, write by hand and online using your new language skills, find native speakers to speak with, try additional ways to think and speak in French out loud. If you're struggling when starting a discusssion you can also take conversational French classes online.
🤳 Can I pick my own French tutor?
In language centers, there's a likelyhood you could choose your own tutor (from a limited pool). Online, certainly! The largest selection of pre-screened French tutors with extensive profiles and true reviews is available on online language learning platforms like Preply.
🗓 What time of day and on which days are classes available?
Colleges typically offer classes twice a week over a semester (75-day period). Language schools have 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.