Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
🌆 How do I skill up on Korean in Eugene, OR and what are my options in terms of commitment?
Besides self-study with apps, you have 4 main opportunities for learning Korean interactively in Eugene, OR. 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 less pricey.) Your 2nd possibility can be local private 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. Fourth, you can look for a private Korean tutor in Eugene, OR. If flexibility is key, you can compare local Eugene, OR and online Korean tutors.
🎟 Is it affordable to learn Korean and what do Korean tutors charge?
For university and college courses you can estimate Korean course cost by dividing annual tuition by ten (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 centers and private Korean tutors charge $30-55 for 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, availability and popularity. Average reviews 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 to show a language test profeciency score or take an entrance test to determine your level. All classes vary widely in terms of textbook quality, homework level and testing, so research the details in advance. With personal Korean tutors you can read real feedback for whom the tutor is effective with and which other expertise they make available (like instruction for beginners, etc.) For better flexibility, choose a tutor from a wide selection of those teaching online.
🔥 Why is Korean not easy and are there ways to learn it the easy way?
One-size-fits-all language instruction practiced in schools is not the most effective way to learn Korean. In reality, you can gain basic Korean fluency in 300 hours from zero knowledge. Studying and getting feedback 5 hours a week you will be able to understand everyday sentences, express yourself, shop and place orders in about a year. Physical language immersion 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 level practitioners.
🤷 How long does it take to learn Korean?
Some people just 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 active use. The actual range of time can differ by a lot depending on your existing level of Korean or proficiency in 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 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.
🤳 Can I choose my own Korean teacher?
In learning centers, it's possible that you can choose your own tutor (from the ones who already work there). Online, always! The largest selection of tested Korean tutors with extensive profiles and comprehensive reviews is available on online language learning marketplaces like Preply.
🗓 What's the lesson schedule like?
Colleges typically run classes two times weekly over a semester (15-week period). Language schools as a rule have shorter, 8-week, 12-week, and 16-week course sessions. Online, you can take as few as one lesson a year, as many as several a day - and as many (or as few) as you want during any time of day, on weekdays and/or weekends.