Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
🌆 How do I improve my Norwegian in Halifax Regional Municipality and what are the possibilities in terms of commitment?
Besides self-study with recorded courses, you have a few key options for learning Norwegian interactively in Halifax Regional Municipality. 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 resource can be local for-profit language academies that charge less and flexible in schedule and requirements. Third, not-for-profit learning centers usually offer cheaper group and more expensive in-person courses. Finally, you can look for a private Norwegian tutor in Halifax Regional Municipality. If flexibility is key, you can compare local Halifax Regional Municipality and online Norwegian tutors.
🎟 Is it affordable to learn Norwegian and what do Norwegian tutors charge?
For university and college courses you can estimate Norwegian course cost as 1/10th of the yearly tuition (one course is usually 3 out of 30 credit hours offered) to get the price of 1/2 of a hundred course hours each semester. Language schools and private Norwegian tutors charge $30-55 an hourly group lesson, with private classes starting from $50 or more. Some of the better priced Norwegian tutors can be found online, with costs on Preply averaging 34 and tutor rates varying widely based on tutor country of residence, positive reviews and specialization. Customer review average for Norwegian lessons on Preply is 4.95 out of 5 stars.
📚 What are the requirements for Norwegian language skill level 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 each program 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 expertise they make available (like classes for adults, etc.) For better flexibility, choose a tutor from those teaching online.
🔥 Why is Norwegian so hard and are there ways to learn it in a better way?
One-size-fits-all language instruction practiced in schools is not the most effective way to learn Norwegian. According to experts, you can gain basic Norwegian fluency in 300 hours from zero knowledge. Studying and getting feedback 5 hours a week you will be able to understand common sentences, express yourself, socialize in about a year. Physical language immersion is not a practical option for everyone, so online classes are a fast and affordable way of acquiring the basic knowledge of Norwegian. After gaining 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 get better at speaking 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 a lot depending on your available level of Norwegian or knowledge of other languages in the same group. After alphabet and basic reading it is advised to use the language as often as possible: watch television, start a journal or write posts and comments using your new language skills, find native speakers to speak with, try additional 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 teacher?
In language centers, you can possibly choose your own tutor (from the ones who already work there). Online, certainly! The largest selection of approved Norwegian tutors with video profiles and real student reviews is available on online language learning resources like Preply.
🗓 What's the lesson schedule like?
Colleges as a rule schedule classes two times weekly over a semester (75-day period). Language schools typically make available 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.