Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
🌆 How to learn Norwegian in Iowa City, IA and what does it take in terms of commitment?
Besides self-study using special programs, you have several principal possibilities for learning Norwegian interactively in Iowa City, IA. First, universities and community colleges are an especially good idea for in-state residents. Also, read about centers for continuing education and professional studies (they are less pricey.) Your second 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. Fourth, you can find a private Norwegian tutor in Iowa City, IA. If flexibility is key, you can compare local Iowa City, IA and online Norwegian tutors.
🎟 Is it cheap to learn Norwegian and how much should Norwegian tutors ask?
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 overall charge for fifty or so instruction hours each semester. Language academies and private Norwegian tutors charge $30-55 for hourly group lesson, with private classes starting around $50 or more. Some of the better priced Norwegian tutors can be found online, with tuition on Preply averaging 32 and tutor rates varying widely based on tutor location, positive reviews and specialization. Average student satisfaction for Norwegian lessons on Preply is 4.95 out of 5 stars.
📚 How much Norwegian do I need to know to sign up for a course?
When considering college and learning center classes be prepared pass a few pre-requisites. All classes vary widely in terms of textbook quality, homework level and testing, so research those in advance. With personal Norwegian tutors you can read real feedback for whom the tutor is effective with and which other expertise they make available (like classes for students of A, B, or C leves, etc.) For more flexibility, choose a tutor from those who are teaching online.
🔥 Why is Norwegian not easy and are there ways to learn it more effectively?
One-size-fits-all language instruction practiced in schools is not the most effective way to learn Norwegian. Realistically, 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 most words, speak on some level, shop and place orders in about a year. Offline interaction is not a practical option for everyone, so online classes are a quick and easy 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 students.
🤷 How long does it take to achieve a good level of 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 demand at least 600 hours of practice. The actual range of time can differ a lot depending on your current level of Norwegian or proficiency in other languages in the same group. After alphabet and basic reading it is advised to use the language as often as possible: watch TV, write by hand and online using your new language skills, seek 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 learning centers, you can possibly choose your own tutor (from the ones who already work there). Online, certainly! The largest selection of tested Norwegian tutors with detailed profiles and real student reviews is available on online language learning 'supermarkets' like Preply.
🗓 What's the best time to schedule classes?
Colleges offer classes two times weekly over a semester (15-week period). Language schools have 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.