Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
🌆 How do I improve my Norwegian in New Westminster and what are the possibilities in terms of commitment?
Besides self-study using apps, you have 4 primary choices for learning Norwegian interactively in New Westminster. 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 cheaper.) Your other resource can be local commercial language academies that charge less and flexible in schedule and requirements. Third, international learning centers usually offer cheaper group and more expensive in-person courses. Fourth, you can find a private Norwegian tutor in New Westminster. If flexibility is key, you can compare local New Westminster and online Norwegian tutors.
🎟 Is it cheap to learn Norwegian and what are the ballpark lesson costs for Norwegian tutors?
For university and college courses you can estimate Norwegian course cost by dividing annual tuition by 10 (one course is usually 3 out of 30 credit hours offered) to get the price of about 50 class hours each semester. Language academies and private Norwegian tutors charge $30-55 an hourly group lesson, with private classes starting around $50 or more. Some of the less pricey Norwegian tutors can be found online, with rates on Preply averaging 34 and tutor rates varying widely based on tutor geography, availability and popularity. Real student rating average for Norwegian lessons on Preply is 4.95 out of 5 stars.
📚 How much Norwegian 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 level and testing, so research the details in advance. With personal Norwegian tutors you can read real feedback for whom the tutor is effective with and which other expertise they make available (like intermediate level practice, advanced students etc.) For more flexibility, choose a tutor from those who are teaching online.
🔥 Why is Norwegian not easy and are there ways to learn it faster?
Formal language instruction practiced in schools is not the most effective way to learn Norwegian. In reality, you can gain basic Norwegian fluency in 300 hours from zero knowledge. Studying and getting feedback a few hours a week you will be able to understand many words, be understood when you talk, do most everyday tasks 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 Norwegian. After acquiring basic skills, online marketplaces like Preply have Norwegian tutors who specialize in intensive classes for intermediate and advanced students.
🤷 How long does it take to achieve a good level of Norwegian?
Some people just have a natural ability and learn languages quickly, but for most to go beyond the basics and gain working fluency in Norwegian will require at least 600 hours of practice. The actual range of time can differ a lot depending on your current level of Norwegian or knowledge of other languages in the same group. After alphabet and basic reading it is advised to use the language as often as possible: watch news and movies, try typing 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 Norwegian out loud. If this is not easy you can also take conversational Norwegian classes online.
🤳 What are my options when choosing the Norwegian teacher?
In colleges and universities, it's possible that you can choose your own tutor (from the ones who already work there). Online, absolutely! The largest selection of tested Norwegian tutors with full profiles and true reviews is available on online language learning marketplaces like Preply.
🗓 What's the best time to schedule classes?
Colleges usually offer classes twice a week over a semester (75-day period). Language schools make available 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.