Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
🌆 How do I improve my Korean in Lower Hutt and what are the possibilities in terms of commitment?
Besides self-study using mobile applications, you have 4 main opportunities for learning Korean interactively in Lower Hutt. 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 a little more affordable.) Your other possibility can be local private language academies that are better priced and flexible in schedule and requirements. Third, not-for-profit learning centers usually offer cheaper group and more expensive in-person courses. Fourth, you can choose a private Korean tutor in Lower Hutt. If flexibility is key, you can compare local Lower Hutt and online Korean tutors.
🎟 Is it cheap to learn Korean and how much should Korean tutors ask?
For university and college courses you can estimate Korean 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 45-48 class hours each semester. Language academies and individual Korean tutors charge $30-55 per hourly group lesson, with private classes starting from $50 or more. Some of the less pricey Korean tutors can be found online, with prices on Preply averaging 22 and tutor rates varying widely based on tutor country of residence, experience and student demand. Customer review average 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 demonstrate proof of your current level. All classes vary widely in terms of textbook quality, homework load and tests, so research all such requirements in advance. With personal Korean tutors you can read real feedback for whom the tutor is effective with and which other expertise they make available (like teaching children or teens, etc.) For maximum flexibility, choose a tutor from those who are teaching online.
🔥 Why is Korean not easy and are there ways to learn it the easy way?
Formal language instruction practiced in schools is not the most effective way to learn Korean. As proven by others before, you can gain basic Korean fluency in 300 hours from zero knowledge. Studying and getting feedback several hours a week you will be able to understand most expressions, have simple conversations, get proficient in daily routines in about a year. Relocating is not a practical option for everyone, so online classes are a fast and fun 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 level practitioners.
🤷 How long does it take to achieve a good level of Korean?
Some people 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 active use. The required duration of time can differ a lot depending on your existing level of Korean or proficiency in other languages in the same group. As soon as you've learned the basics it is a good idea 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 as many as possible 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.
🤳 How many possibilities do I choose among when I select the right Korean coach?
In colleges and universities, there's a chance you can choose your own tutor (from select few). Online, certainly! The largest selection of verified Korean tutors with detailed 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 run classes twice a week over a semester (15-week period). Language schools typically give shorter, 8-week, 12-week, and 16-week course sessions. Online, you can take as few as one lesson a year, as many as several a day - and as many (or as few) as you want during any time of day, on weekdays and/or weekends.