Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
🌆 How do I improve my Korean in North Vancouver and what are the possibilities in terms of commitment?
Besides self-study using mobile applications, you have four principal opportunities for learning Korean interactively in North Vancouver. 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 better priced.) Your other possibility can be local specialized language academies that cost less 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 Korean tutor in North Vancouver. If flexibility is key, you can compare local North Vancouver and online Korean tutors.
🎟 Is it affordable to learn Korean and what does a lesson with a tutor of Korean cost?
For university and college courses you can estimate Korean course cost by dividing annual tuition by ten (one course is usually 3 out of 30 credit hours offered) to get the cost of about 50 class hours each semester. Language centers and independent Korean tutors charge $30-55 per hourly group lesson, with individual classes starting from $50 or more. Some of the more affordable Korean tutors can be found online, with prices on Preply averaging 21 and tutor rates varying widely based on tutor country of residence, experience and student demand. 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. All classes vary widely in terms of textbook quality, homework level and graded tasks, so research the details 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 extras they make available (like classes for adults, etc.) For better flexibility, choose a tutor from a wide selection of those teaching online.
🔥 Why is Korean so difficult and are there ways to learn it the easy way?
Formal language instruction practiced in schools is not the most effective way to learn Korean. According to experts, 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 many words, be understood when you talk, socialize in about a year. Physical language immersion is not a practical option for everyone, so online classes are a fast and enjoyable 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 speakers.
🤷 How long does it take to learn 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 practice. The amount of time can differ quite a bit 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 advised to use the language as often as possible: watch TV, write by hand and online using your new language skills, try to communicate with native speakers to speak with, try additional 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 language learning academies, there's a likelyhood you could choose your own tutor (from the ones who already work there). Online, absolutely! The largest selection of verified Korean tutors with video profiles and true reviews is available on online language learning 'supermarkets' like Preply.
🗓 Will I be able to fit lessons in my busy schedule?
Colleges typically offer classes two times weekly over a semester (75-day period). Language schools 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.