Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
🌆 How to learn German in Lleida and what does it take in terms of commitment?
Besides self-study using special programs, you have four main opportunities for learning German interactively in Lleida. First, universities and community colleges are an especially good idea for in-state residents. Also, research centers for continuing education and professional studies (they are cheaper.) Your 2nd spource can be local specialized 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 opt for a private German tutor in Lleida. If flexibility is key, you can compare local Lleida and online German tutors.
🎟 Is it cheap to learn German and what are the ballpark lesson costs for German tutors?
For university and college courses you can estimate German course cost as one-tenth of the yearly tuition (one course is usually 3 out of 30 credit hours offered) to get the price of about 50 instruction hours each semester. Language schools and individual German tutors charge $30-55 for hourly group lesson, with individual classes starting around $50 or more. Some of the better priced German tutors can be found online, with tuition on Preply averaging 29 and tutor rates varying widely based on tutor geography, ratings and popularity. Real student rating average for German lessons on Preply is 4.92 out of 5 stars.
📚 What are the requirements for German 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. Planned classes vary widely in terms of textbook quality, homework commitment and tests, so research all such requirements in advance. With personal German tutors you can read reviews and get a good idea for whom the tutor is effective with and which other specializations they make available (like classes for adults, etc.) For maximum flexibility, choose a tutor from those teaching online.
🔥 Why is German so difficult and are there ways to learn it the easy way?
Standardized language instruction practiced in schools is not the most effective way to learn German. As proven by others before, you can gain basic German fluency in 300 hours from zero knowledge. Studying and getting feedback 5 hours a week you will be able to understand most words, speak on some level, shop and place orders in about a year. Finding native speakers is not a practical option for everyone, so online classes are a quick and affordable way of acquiring the basic knowledge of German. After gaining basic skills, online marketplaces like Preply have German tutors who specialize in intensive classes for intermediate and advanced learners.
🤷 How long does it take to get better at speaking German?
Some people have a natural ability and learn languages quickly, but for most to go beyond the basics and gain working fluency in German will take at least 600 hours of study. The actual range of time can differ quite a bit depending on your existing level of German 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, seek native speakers to speak with, try additional ways to think and speak in German out loud. If this is not easy you can also take conversational German classes online.
🤳 Can I choose my own German teacher?
In learning centers, it's possible that you can choose your own tutor (from the ones who already work there). Online, absolutely! The largest selection of verified German tutors with video profiles and real student reviews is available on online language learning resources like Preply.
🗓 What's the lesson schedule like?
Colleges structure classes twice a week 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.