Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
🌆 How do I improve my Korean in Nelson and what does it take in terms of commitment?
Besides self-study using apps, you have four principal possibilities for learning Korean interactively in Nelson. First, universities and community colleges are an especially good idea for in-state residents. Also, research centers for continuing education and professional studies (they are cheaper.) Your 2nd resource can be local for-profit 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. Last, you can opt for a private Korean tutor in Nelson. If flexibility is key, you can compare local Nelson 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 as 1/10th of the yearly tuition (one course is usually 3 out of 30 credit hours offered) to get the rate for about 50 class hours each semester. Language schools and individual Korean tutors charge $30-55 for hourly group lesson, with private classes starting from $50 or more. Some of the less pricey Korean tutors can be found online, with costs on Preply averaging 21 and tutor rates varying widely based on tutor geography, availability and specialization. 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. Planned classes vary widely in terms of textbook quality, homework load and testing, so research all such requirements in advance. With personal Korean tutors you can find reviews for whom the tutor is effective with and which other extras they make available (like intermediate level practice, advanced students etc.) For better flexibility, choose a tutor from a wide selection of those teaching online.
🔥 Why is Korean so challenging and are there ways to learn it more effectively?
Formal language instruction practiced in schools is not the most effective way to learn Korean. Realistically, you can gain basic Korean fluency in 300 hours from zero knowledge. Studying and getting feedback five hours a week you will be able to understand common words, express yourself, do most everyday tasks in about a year. Offline interaction is not a practical option for everyone, so online classes are a ready 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 students.
🤷 How long does it take to master Korean?
Some people brag about their natural ability and learn languages quickly, but for most to go beyond the basics and gain working fluency in Korean will require at least 600 hours of study. The actual range of time can differ significantly depending on your current level of Korean or knowledge of 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 news and movies, write using your new language skills, find native speakers to speak with, try other 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 tutor?
In language centers, you can possibly choose your own tutor (from up to a dozen teachers). Online, always! The largest selection of tested Korean tutors with video profiles and customer reviews is available on online language learning 'supermarkets' like Preply.
🗓 What time of day and on which days are classes available?
Colleges schedule classes twice a week over a semester (75-day period). Language schools usually have shorter, 8-week, 12-week, and 16-week course sessions. Online, you can choose your own lesson frequency and time, on weekdays and/or weekends.