Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
🌆 How can I master Arabic in Iowa City, IA and what are the possibilities in terms of commitment?
Besides self-study using recorded courses, you have a few key options for learning Arabic interactively in Iowa City, IA. 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 other spource can be local for-profit language academies that charge 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 look for a private Arabic tutor in Iowa City, IA. If flexibility is key, you can compare local Iowa City, IA and online Arabic tutors.
🎟 Is it cheap to learn Arabic and what does a lesson with a tutor of Arabic cost?
For university and college courses you can estimate Arabic course cost as 1/10th of the yearly tuition (one course is usually 3 out of 30 credit hours offered) to get the rate for 1/2 of a hundred class hours each semester. Language academies and private Arabic tutors charge $30-55 an hourly group lesson, with individual classes starting from $50 or more. Some of the better priced Arabic tutors can be found online, with tuition on Preply averaging 11 and tutor rates varying widely based on tutor hometown, positive reviews and popularity. Average reviews 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 pass a few pre-requisites. Planned classes vary widely in terms of textbook quality, homework load and graded tasks, so research each program in advance. With personal Arabic tutors you can read real feedback for whom the tutor is effective with and which other specializations they make available (like classes for adults, etc.) For better flexibility, choose a tutor from a wide selection of those teaching online.
🔥 Why is Arabic not easy and are there ways to learn it faster?
One-size-fits-all language instruction practiced in schools is not the most effective way to learn Arabic. Realistically, 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 many words, be understood when you talk, socialize in about a year. Physical language immersion is not a practical option for everyone, so online classes are a quick and enjoyable way of acquiring the basic knowledge of Arabic. After gaining basic skills, online marketplaces like Preply have Arabic tutors who specialize in intensive classes for intermediate and advanced speakers.
🤷 How long does it take to learn Arabic?
Some people seem to have a natural ability and learn languages quickly, but for most to go beyond the basics and gain working fluency in Arabic will take at least 600 hours of active use. The length of time can differ a lot depending on your existing level of Arabic 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 videos, write by hand and online using your new language skills, try to communicate with 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.
🤳 How many possibilities do I choose among when I select the right Arabic instructor?
In learning centers, it's possible that you can choose your own tutor (from the ones who already work there). Online, certainly! The largest selection of tested Arabic tutors with extensive profiles and customer reviews is available on online language learning platforms 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 offer shorter, 8-week, 12-week, and 16-week course sessions. Online, the number of lessons is really up to you, with early morning, day, evening and night classes available, on weekdays and/or weekends.