Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
🌆 How can I master Korean in Montreal-West and is possible to go light in terms of commitment?
Besides self-study using apps, you have a few main choices for learning Korean interactively in Montreal-West. 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 better priced.) Your second possibility can be local for-profit language academies that are better priced and flexible in schedule and requirements. Third, government-supported learning centers usually offer cheaper group and more expensive in-person courses. Finally, you can choose a private Korean tutor in Montreal-West. If flexibility is key, you can compare local Montreal-West and online Korean tutors.
🎟 How expensive is it to learn Korean and how much should Korean tutors ask?
For university and college courses you can estimate Korean 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 course hours each semester. Language schools and independent Korean tutors charge $30-55 an hourly group lesson, with individual classes starting around $50 or more. Some of the better priced 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 popularity. Real student rating average for Korean lessons on Preply is 4.96 out of 5 stars.
📚 What level of Korean do I need to sign up for a course?
When considering college and learning center classes be prepared demonstrate proof of your current level. Planned classes vary widely in terms of textbook quality, homework level and graded tasks, so research each program in advance. With personal Korean 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 instruction for beginners, etc.) For more flexibility, choose a tutor from those who are teaching online.
🔥 Why is Korean so challenging and are there ways to learn it more effectively?
Standardized 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 5 hours a week you will be able to understand common expressions, have simple conversations, shop and place orders 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 acquiring 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 master Korean?
Some people just have a natural ability and learn languages quickly, but for most to go beyond the basics and gain working fluency in Korean will necessitate at least 600 hours of dedication. The actual range of time can differ significantly depending on your already acquired level of Korean or proficiency in other languages in the same group. As soon as you've learned the basics it is recommended to use the language as often as possible: watch television, try typing using your new language skills, look for native speakers to speak with, try additional ways to think and speak in Korean out loud. If this is a greater challenge than you had anticipated you can also take conversational Korean classes online.
🤳 What are my options when choosing the Korean teacher?
In language centers, it's possible that you can choose your own tutor (from up to a dozen teachers). Online, absolutely! The largest selection of verified Korean tutors with detailed profiles and true reviews is available on online language learning marketplaces like Preply.
🗓 What's the lesson schedule like?
Colleges usually offer classes two times weekly over a semester (75-day period). Language schools as a rule 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.