Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
🌆 How to learn English in Edinburgh and is possible to go light in terms of commitment?
Besides self-study using special programs, you have a few primary choices for learning English interactively in Edinburgh. First, universities and community colleges are an especially good idea for in-state residents. Also, check centers for continuing education and professional studies (they are a little more affordable.) Your second possibility can be local specialized language academies that charge less and flexible in schedule and requirements. Third, non-profit learning centers usually offer cheaper group and more expensive in-person courses. 4th and last, you can opt for a private English tutor in Edinburgh. If flexibility is key, you can compare local Edinburgh and online English tutors.
🎟 Is it affordable to learn English and what are the ballpark lesson costs for English tutors?
For university and college courses you can estimate English course cost by dividing annual tuition by ten (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 English tutors charge $30-55 an hourly group lesson, with individual classes starting from $50 or more. Some of the better priced English tutors can be found online, with costs on Preply averaging 14 and tutor rates varying widely based on tutor country of residence, ratings and student demand. Average student satisfaction for English lessons on Preply is 4.9 out of 5 stars.
📚 What level of English do I need to sign up for a course?
When considering college and learning center classes be prepared to show a language test profeciency score or take an entrance test to determine your level. Planned classes vary widely in terms of textbook quality, homework level and testing, so research the details in advance. With personal English tutors you can read real feedback 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 more flexibility, choose a tutor from those who are teaching online.
🔥 Why is English so hard and are there ways to learn it more effectively?
Formal language instruction practiced in schools is not the most effective way to learn English. As proven by others before, you can gain basic English fluency in 300 hours from zero knowledge. Studying and getting feedback several hours a week you will be able to understand common sentences, express yourself, get proficient in daily routines in about a year. Offline interaction is not a practical option for everyone, so online classes are a ready and enjoyable way of acquiring the basic knowledge of English. After mastering basic skills, online marketplaces like Preply have English tutors who specialize in intensive classes for intermediate and advanced learners.
🤷 How long does it take to achieve a good level of English?
Some people have a natural ability and learn languages quickly, but for most to go beyond the basics and gain working fluency in English will take at least 600 hours of practice. The required duration of time can differ by a lot depending on your existing level of English or knowledge of other languages in the same group. As soon as you've learned the basics it is advised to use the language as often as possible: watch videos, write by hand and online using your new language skills, find native speakers to speak with, try other ways to think and speak in English out loud. If this is a greater challenge than you had anticipated you can also take conversational English classes online.
🤳 What are my options when choosing the English coach?
In language learning academies, there's a likelyhood you could choose your own tutor (from a limited pool). Online, always! The largest selection of approved English tutors with detailed profiles and true 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 usually 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.