Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
🌆 How can I master Arabic in Gold Coast and what are my options in terms of commitment?
Besides self-study with special programs, you have four primary opportunities for learning Arabic interactively in Gold Coast. First, universities and community colleges are an especially good idea for in-state residents. Also, research centers for continuing education and professional studies (they are a little more affordable.) Your 2nd spource can be local private language academies that cost less and flexible in schedule and requirements. Third, non-profit learning centers usually offer cheaper group and more expensive in-person courses. Last, you can find a private Arabic tutor in Gold Coast. If flexibility is key, you can compare local Gold Coast and online Arabic tutors.
🎟 How expensive is it to learn Arabic and what are the ballpark lesson costs for Arabic tutors?
For university and college courses you can estimate Arabic course cost by dividing annual tuition by 10 (one course is usually 3 out of 30 credit hours offered) to get the price of about 50 lesson hours each semester. Language centers and private Arabic tutors charge $30-55 an hourly group lesson, with individual classes starting from $50 or more. Some of the less pricey Arabic tutors can be found online, with tuition on Preply averaging 11 and tutor rates varying widely based on tutor hometown, availability and student demand. Customer review average for Arabic lessons on Preply is 4.94 out of 5 stars.
📚 What level of Arabic 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. All classes vary widely in terms of textbook quality, homework load and testing, so research each program in advance. With personal Arabic tutors you can find out in advance for whom the tutor is effective with and which other extras they make available (like classes for adults, etc.) For more flexibility, choose a tutor from those teaching online.
🔥 Why is Arabic not easy and are there ways to learn it in a better way?
Standardized language instruction practiced in schools is not the most effective way to learn Arabic. According to experts, you can gain basic Arabic fluency in 300 hours from zero knowledge. Studying and getting feedback five hours a week you will be able to understand most phrases, be understood when you talk, shop and place orders in about a year. Physical language immersion is not a practical option for everyone, so online classes are a rapid and enjoyable way of acquiring the basic knowledge of Arabic. After acquiring basic skills, online marketplaces like Preply have Arabic tutors who specialize in intensive classes for intermediate and advanced students.
🤷 How long does it take to learn Arabic?
Some people brag about their natural ability and learn languages quickly, but for most to go beyond the basics and gain working fluency in Arabic will require at least 600 hours of study. The length of time can differ a lot depending on your available level of Arabic 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 TV, write using your new language skills, find native speakers to speak with, try other ways to think and speak in Arabic out loud. If this is a greater challenge than you had anticipated you can also take conversational Arabic classes online.
🤳 What are my options when choosing the Arabic teacher?
In colleges and universities, there's a likelyhood you could choose your own tutor (from the ones who already work there). Online, absolutely! The largest selection of tested Arabic tutors with full profiles and true reviews is available on online language learning marketplaces like Preply.
🗓 What's the lesson schedule like?
Colleges offer classes two times weekly over a semester (15-week period). Language schools typically give 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.