Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
🌆 How to learn Korean in Newport News, VA and what does it take in terms of commitment?
Besides self-study with recorded courses, you have several main possibilities for learning Korean interactively in Newport News, VA. 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 second 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 find a private Korean tutor in Newport News, VA. If flexibility is key, you can compare local Newport News, VA and online Korean tutors.
🎟 How expensive is it to learn Korean and what do Korean tutors charge?
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 cost of 45-48 lesson hours each semester. Language centers and independent Korean tutors charge $30-55 per hourly group lesson, with individual classes starting around $50 or more. Some of the most budget-friendly Korean tutors can be found online, with rates on Preply averaging 21 and tutor rates varying widely based on tutor geography, positive reviews and specialization. Average student satisfaction 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 prove your profeciency 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 real feedback for whom the tutor is effective with and which other specializations they make available (like intermediate level practice, advanced students etc.) For more flexibility, choose a tutor from those who are teaching online.
🔥 Why is Korean not easy 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 several hours a week you will be able to understand everyday expressions, have simple conversations, do most everyday tasks in about a year. Physical language immersion is not a practical option for everyone, so online classes are a quick and enjoyable way of acquiring the basic knowledge of Korean. After attaining basic skills, online marketplaces like Preply have Korean tutors who specialize in intensive classes for intermediate and advanced learners.
🤷 How long does it take to learn 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 take at least 600 hours of study. The amount of time can differ quite a bit depending on your available level of Korean 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 television, write using your new language skills, seek native speakers to speak with, try other ways to think and speak in Korean out loud. If you're struggling when starting a discusssion you can also take conversational Korean classes online.
🤳 Can I pick my own Korean teacher?
In colleges and universities, there's a likelyhood you could choose your own tutor (from the ones who already work there). Online, always! The largest selection of approved Korean tutors with full profiles and comprehensive reviews is available on online language learning 'supermarkets' like Preply.
🗓 What's the best time to schedule classes?
Colleges usually run classes two times weekly over a semester (15-week period). Language schools typically offer 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.