Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
🌆 How can I master French in Hanover and what are the possibilities in terms of commitment?
Besides self-study using special programs, you have 4 primary choices for learning French interactively in Hanover. 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 a little more affordable.) Your second possibility can be local specialized language academies that are better priced and flexible in schedule and requirements. Third, non-profit learning centers usually offer cheaper group and more expensive in-person courses. 4th and last, you can opt for a private French tutor in Hanover. If flexibility is key, you can compare local Hanover and online French tutors.
🎟 Is it cheap to learn French and what does a lesson with a tutor of French cost?
For university and college courses you can estimate French course cost by dividing annual tuition by 10 (one course is usually 3 out of 30 credit hours offered) to get the cost of 1/2 of a hundred course hours each semester. Language academies and independent French tutors charge $30-55 per hourly group lesson, with private classes starting from $50 or more. Some of the most budget-friendly French tutors can be found online, with costs on Preply averaging 22 and tutor rates varying widely based on tutor country of residence, positive reviews and student demand. Customer review average for French lessons on Preply is 4.92 out of 5 stars.
📚 How much French 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. Predetermined curriculum classes vary widely in terms of textbook quality, homework level and exams, so research each program in advance. With personal French tutors you can find reviews for whom the tutor is effective with and which other extras they make available (like instruction for beginners, etc.) For best flexibility, choose a tutor from those teaching online.
🔥 Why is French so difficult and are there ways to learn it faster?
Formal language instruction practiced in schools is not the most effective way to learn French. According to experts, you can gain basic French fluency in 300 hours from zero knowledge. Studying and getting feedback several hours a week you will be able to understand common expressions, express yourself, do most everyday tasks in about a year. Offline interaction is not a practical option for everyone, so online classes are a rapid and fun way of acquiring the basic knowledge of French. After mastering basic skills, online marketplaces like Preply have French tutors who specialize in intensive classes for intermediate and advanced learners.
🤷 How long does it take to achieve a good level of French?
Some people just have a natural ability and learn languages quickly, but for most to go beyond the basics and gain working fluency in French will take at least 600 hours of practice. The amount of time can differ a lot depending on your available level of French or proficiency in 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 TV, write using your new language skills, try to communicate with native speakers to speak with, try more ways to think and speak in French out loud. If this is a greater challenge than you had anticipated you can also take conversational French classes online.
🤳 Can I choose my own French instructor?
In learning centers, you can possibly choose your own tutor (from select few). Online, certainly! The largest selection of approved French tutors with detailed profiles and comprehensive reviews is available on online language learning marketplaces like Preply.
🗓 What's the lesson schedule like?
Colleges as a rule structure classes two times weekly over a semester (15-week period). Language schools usually offer 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.