Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
🌆 How to learn Norwegian in London and what are the possibilities in terms of commitment?
Besides self-study using apps, you have several primary choices for learning Norwegian interactively in London. 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 less pricey.) Your second spource 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 find a private Norwegian tutor in London. If flexibility is key, you can compare local London and online Norwegian tutors.
🎟 Is it affordable 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 price of fifty or so course hours each semester. Language schools and private Norwegian tutors charge $30-55 an hourly group lesson, with private classes starting from $50 or more. Some of the more affordable Norwegian tutors can be found online, with prices on Preply averaging 34 and tutor rates varying widely based on tutor location, experience and specialization. Real student rating average for Norwegian lessons on Preply is 4.95 out of 5 stars.
📚 What level of Norwegian do I need 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 commitment and exams, so research all such requirements in advance. With personal Norwegian tutors you can read reviews and get a good idea for whom the tutor is effective with and which other add-ons they make available (like teaching children or teens, etc.) For more flexibility, choose a tutor from those who are teaching online.
🔥 Why is Norwegian 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 Norwegian. According to experts, you can gain basic Norwegian fluency in 300 hours from zero knowledge. Studying and getting feedback several hours a week you will be able to understand everyday sentences, express yourself, get proficient in daily routines in about a year. Finding native speakers is not a practical option for everyone, so online classes are a fast and easy way of acquiring the basic knowledge of Norwegian. After attaining basic skills, online marketplaces like Preply have Norwegian tutors who specialize in intensive classes for intermediate and advanced learners.
🤷 How long does it take to learn Norwegian?
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 Norwegian will take at least 600 hours of active use. 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 recommended to use the language as often as possible: watch television, write using your new language skills, seek native speakers to speak with, try more ways to think and speak in Norwegian out loud. If this is not easy you can also take conversational Norwegian classes online.
🤳 What are my options when choosing the Norwegian coach?
In colleges and universities, it's possible that you can choose your own tutor (from up to a dozen teachers). Online, of course! The largest selection of verified Norwegian tutors with detailed profiles and comprehensive reviews is available on online language learning 'supermarkets' like Preply.
🗓 What's the lesson schedule like?
Colleges schedule classes twice a week over a semester (15-week period). Language schools as a rule give 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.