Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
🌆 How do I skill up on Korean in Edison, NJ and what are my options in terms of commitment?
Besides self-study with special programs, you have a few principal options for learning Korean interactively in Edison, NJ. 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 second option can be local commercial language academies that are cheaper and flexible in schedule and requirements. Third, government-supported learning centers usually offer cheaper group and more expensive in-person courses. Finally, you can look for a private Korean tutor in Edison, NJ. If flexibility is key, you can compare local Edison, NJ and online Korean tutors.
🎟 How expensive is it to learn Korean and what does a lesson with a tutor of Korean cost?
For university and college courses you can estimate Korean course cost by dividing annual tuition by 10 (one course is usually 3 out of 30 credit hours offered) to get the rate for 1/2 of a hundred instruction hours each semester. Language academies and individual Korean tutors charge $30-55 per hourly group lesson, with private classes starting from $50 or more. Some of the more affordable Korean tutors can be found online, with tuition on Preply averaging 21 and tutor rates varying widely based on tutor location, experience and specialization. Average student satisfaction for Korean lessons on Preply is 4.96 out of 5 stars.
📚 How much Korean do I need to know 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 tests, so research all such requirements in advance. With personal Korean 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 those teaching online.
🔥 Why is Korean so challenging and are there ways to learn it more effectively?
Standardized language instruction practiced in schools is not the most effective way to learn Korean. Realistically, 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 many sentences, be understood when you talk, socialize in about a year. Relocating is not a practical option for everyone, so online classes are a ready and fun 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 speakers.
🤷 How long does it take to get better at speaking 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 demand at least 600 hours of study. The amount of time can differ quite a bit depending on your already acquired level of Korean or familiarity with 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 videos, start a journal or write posts and comments using your new language skills, seek 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.
🤳 What are my options when choosing the Korean tutor?
In language learning academies, you can possibly choose your own tutor (from up to a dozen teachers). Online, of course! The largest selection of tested Korean tutors with extensive profiles and true reviews is available on online language learning platforms like Preply.
🗓 Will I be able to fit lessons in my busy schedule?
Colleges as a rule run classes two times weekly over a semester (15-week 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.