Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
🌆 How to learn Korean in Lawrenceville, GA and what are my options in terms of commitment?
Besides self-study with apps, you have a few main options for learning Korean interactively in Lawrenceville, GA. 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 2nd resource can be local specialized language academies that charge less and flexible in schedule and requirements. Third, government-supported learning centers usually offer cheaper group and more expensive in-person courses. 4th and last, you can look for a private Korean tutor in Lawrenceville, GA. If flexibility is key, you can compare local Lawrenceville, GA and online Korean tutors.
🎟 How expensive is it to learn Korean and what does a lesson with a tutor of Korean cost?
For university and college courses you can estimate Korean course cost by dividing annual tuition by ten (one course is usually 3 out of 30 credit hours offered) to get the overall charge for 45-48 course hours each semester. Language schools and individual Korean tutors charge $30-55 an hourly group lesson, with individual classes starting around $50 or more. Some of the less pricey Korean tutors can be found online, with prices on Preply averaging 21 and tutor rates varying widely based on tutor country of residence, experience and popularity. Average reviews for Korean lessons on Preply is 4.96 out of 5 stars.
📚 How much Korean do I need to know to sign up for a course?
When considering college and learning center classes be prepared prove your profeciency level. Predetermined curriculum classes vary widely in terms of textbook quality, homework volume and tests, so research the details in advance. With personal Korean tutors you can find out in advance for whom the tutor is effective with and which other add-ons they make available (like instruction for beginners, etc.) For more flexibility, choose a tutor from many teaching online.
🔥 Why is Korean so difficult and are there ways to learn it faster?
Formal language instruction practiced in schools is not the most effective way to learn Korean. In reality, you can gain basic Korean fluency in 300 hours from zero knowledge. Studying and getting feedback a few hours a week you will be able to understand most sentences, express yourself, do most everyday tasks in about a year. Finding native speakers is not a practical option for everyone, so online classes are a ready and affordable way of acquiring the basic knowledge of Korean. After gaining basic skills, online marketplaces like Preply have Korean tutors who specialize in intensive classes for intermediate and advanced learners.
🤷 How long does it take to learn Korean?
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 Korean will take at least 600 hours of study. The actual range of time can differ quite a bit depending on your existing level of Korean or knowledge of other languages in the same group. As soon as you've learned the basics it is advised to use the language as often as possible: watch TV, write using your new language skills, seek native speakers to speak with, try additional ways to think and speak in Korean out loud. If it's more difficult than you had imagined you can also take conversational Korean classes online.
🤳 Can I pick my own Korean instructor?
In colleges and universities, you can possibly choose your own tutor (from the ones who already work there). Online, absolutely! The largest selection of tested Korean tutors with video profiles and true reviews is available on online language learning resources like Preply.
🗓 Will I be able to fit lessons in my busy schedule?
Colleges as a rule structure classes two times weekly over a semester (75-day period). Language schools usually give 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.