Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
🌆 How can I master German in Madison, WI and what does it take in terms of commitment?
Besides self-study with apps, you have several principal opportunities for learning German interactively in Madison, WI. 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 better priced.) Your other possibility can be local specialized language academies that are cheaper and flexible in schedule and requirements. Third, non-profit learning centers usually offer cheaper group and more expensive in-person courses. Fourth, you can opt for a private German tutor in Madison, WI. If flexibility is key, you can compare local Madison, WI and online German tutors.
🎟 Is it expensive to learn German and how much should German tutors ask?
For university and college courses you can estimate German course cost by dividing annual tuition by 10 (one course is usually 3 out of 30 credit hours offered) to get the overall charge for fifty or so lesson hours each semester. Language academies 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 prices on Preply averaging 29 and tutor rates varying widely based on tutor geography, ratings and popularity. Average student satisfaction for German lessons on Preply is 4.92 out of 5 stars.
📚 What level of German do I need 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. Predetermined curriculum classes vary widely in terms of textbook quality, homework level and testing, so research each program in advance. With personal German tutors you can find reviews for whom the tutor is effective with and which other add-ons they make available (like intermediate level practice, advanced students etc.) For better flexibility, choose a tutor from many teaching online.
🔥 Why is German so hard and are there ways to learn it the easy way?
One-size-fits-all 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 everyday sentences, speak on some level, socialize in about a year. Offline interaction is not a practical option for everyone, so online classes are a quick and enjoyable 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 students.
🤷 How long does it take to achieve a good level of German?
Some people just have a natural ability and learn languages quickly, but for most to go beyond the basics and gain working fluency in German will require at least 600 hours of practice. The actual range of time can differ significantly depending on your available level of German 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 videos, try typing using your new language skills, find native speakers to speak with, try as many as possible ways to think and speak in German out loud. If this is not easy you can also take conversational German classes online.
🤳 Can I pick my own German tutor?
In language learning academies, there's a chance you can choose your own tutor (from up to a dozen teachers). Online, of course! The largest selection of tested German tutors with full profiles and customer reviews is available on online language learning resources like Preply.
🗓 What's the lesson schedule like?
Colleges typically offer classes twice a week over a semester (75-day period). Language schools have 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.