Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
🌆 How can I master German in Nantes and is possible to go light in terms of commitment?
Besides self-study using special programs, you have several primary options for learning German interactively in Nantes. 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 second option can be local for-profit language academies that are better priced and flexible in schedule and requirements. Third, non-profit learning centers usually offer cheaper group and more expensive in-person courses. 4th and last, you can look for a private German tutor in Nantes. If flexibility is key, you can compare local Nantes and online German tutors.
🎟 Is it affordable to learn German and what do German tutors charge?
For university and college courses you can estimate German course cost by dividing annual tuition by ten (one course is usually 3 out of 30 credit hours offered) to get the price of about 50 course hours each semester. Language academies and individual German tutors charge $30-55 per hourly group lesson, with private classes starting from $50 or more. Some of the less pricey German tutors can be found online, with tuition on Preply averaging 29 and tutor rates varying widely based on tutor hometown, positive reviews and popularity. Average student satisfaction 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 pass a few pre-requisites. Predetermined curriculum classes vary widely in terms of textbook quality, homework load and graded tasks, so research those 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 teaching children or teens, etc.) For maximum flexibility, choose a tutor from those teaching online.
🔥 Why is German not easy and are there ways to learn it faster?
Formal 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 many words, express yourself, do most everyday tasks in about a year. Physical language immersion is not a practical option for everyone, so online classes are a ready and fun way of acquiring the basic knowledge of German. After mastering 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 master German?
Some people brag about their 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 dedication. The length of time can differ by a lot depending on your existing level of German or familiarity with other languages in the same group. As soon as you've learned the basics it is advised to use the language as often as possible: watch TV, write using your new language skills, look for native speakers to speak with, try as many as possible ways to think and speak in German out loud. If it's more difficult than you had imagined you can also take conversational German classes online.
🤳 What are my options when choosing the German tutor?
In learning centers, it's possible that you can choose your own tutor (from the ones who already work there). Online, certainly! The largest selection of pre-screened German tutors with extensive profiles and real student reviews is available on online language learning resources like Preply.
🗓 What's the best time to schedule classes?
Colleges usually schedule classes twice a week over a semester (75-day 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.