Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
🌆 How to learn Norwegian in Fair Lawn, NJ and what are my options in terms of commitment?
Besides self-study with recorded courses, you have four primary possibilities for learning Norwegian interactively in Fair Lawn, NJ. 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 other possibility can be local for-profit language academies that cost less and flexible in schedule and requirements. Third, international learning centers usually offer cheaper group and more expensive in-person courses. Finally, you can find a private Norwegian tutor in Fair Lawn, NJ. If flexibility is key, you can compare local Fair Lawn, NJ and online Norwegian tutors.
🎟 Is it cheap to learn Norwegian and what do Norwegian tutors charge?
For university and college courses you can estimate Norwegian course cost by dividing annual tuition by ten (one course is usually 3 out of 30 credit hours offered) to get the overall charge for 1/2 of a hundred instruction hours each semester. Language centers and individual Norwegian tutors charge $30-55 for hourly group lesson, with private classes starting around $50 or more. Some of the most budget-friendly Norwegian tutors can be found online, with tuition on Preply averaging 33 and tutor rates varying widely based on tutor country of residence, experience and languages the tutor can teach in. Customer review average 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. Predetermined curriculum classes vary widely in terms of textbook quality, homework level and testing, so research the details in advance. With personal Norwegian tutors you can read reviews and get a good idea for whom the tutor is effective with and which other specializations they make available (like classes for students of A, B, or C leves, etc.) For more flexibility, choose a tutor from a wide selection of those teaching online.
🔥 Why is Norwegian so difficult and are there ways to learn it in a better 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 many sentences, speak on some level, get proficient in daily routines in about a year. Offline interaction is not a practical option for everyone, so online classes are a quick and enjoyable way of acquiring the basic knowledge of Norwegian. After mastering basic skills, online marketplaces like Preply have Norwegian tutors who specialize in intensive classes for intermediate and advanced learners.
🤷 How long does it take to master 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 require at least 600 hours of active use. The required duration of time can differ significantly depending on your existing level of Norwegian or familiarity with other languages in the same group. After alphabet and basic reading it is a good idea to use the language as often as possible: watch videos, write by hand and online using your new language skills, look for native speakers to speak with, try other ways to think and speak in Norwegian out loud. If it's more difficult than you had imagined you can also take conversational Norwegian classes online.
🤳 Can I choose my own Norwegian instructor?
In learning centers, there's a likelyhood you could choose your own tutor (from the ones who already work there). Online, always! The largest selection of pre-screened Norwegian tutors with extensive profiles and real student reviews is available on online language learning resources like Preply.
🗓 Will I be able to fit lessons in my busy schedule?
Colleges usually run classes two times weekly over a semester (15-week period). Language schools typically 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.