Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
🌆 How can I master Arabic in Nottingham and what does it take in terms of commitment?
Besides self-study with apps, you have 4 main possibilities for learning Arabic interactively in Nottingham. 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 a little more affordable.) Your other option can be local private language academies that cost less and flexible in schedule and requirements. Third, international learning centers usually offer cheaper group and more expensive in-person courses. 4th and last, you can opt for a private Arabic tutor in Nottingham. If flexibility is key, you can compare local Nottingham and online Arabic tutors.
🎟 Is it expensive to learn Arabic and what do Arabic tutors charge?
For university and college courses you can estimate Arabic course cost by dividing annual tuition by 10 (one course is usually 3 out of 30 credit hours offered) to get the rate for about 50 lesson hours each semester. Language schools and private Arabic tutors charge $30-55 per hourly group lesson, with private classes starting around $50 or more. Some of the more affordable Arabic tutors can be found online, with costs on Preply averaging 11 and tutor rates varying widely based on tutor location, experience and popularity. Average reviews for Arabic lessons on Preply is 4.94 out of 5 stars.
📚 How much Arabic do I need to know 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 volume and testing, so research those in advance. With personal Arabic tutors you can find out in advance for whom the tutor is effective with and which other specializations they make available (like classes for students of A, B, or C leves, etc.) For best flexibility, choose a tutor from a wide selection of those teaching online.
🔥 Why is Arabic so difficult and are there ways to learn it more effectively?
One-size-fits-all language instruction practiced in schools is not the most effective way to learn Arabic. Realistically, you can gain basic Arabic fluency in 300 hours from zero knowledge. Studying and getting feedback a few hours a week you will be able to understand many words, express yourself, socialize in about a year. Finding native speakers is not a practical option for everyone, so online classes are a quick and fun way of acquiring the basic knowledge of Arabic. After acquiring basic skills, online marketplaces like Preply have Arabic tutors who specialize in intensive classes for intermediate and advanced learners.
🤷 How long does it take to get better at speaking Arabic?
Some people have a natural ability and learn languages quickly, but for most to go beyond the basics and gain working fluency in Arabic will require at least 600 hours of active use. The actual range of time can differ significantly depending on your available level of Arabic 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 as many as possible ways to think and speak in Arabic out loud. If this is a greater challenge than you had anticipated you can also take conversational Arabic classes online.
🤳 Can I pick my own Arabic tutor?
In colleges and universities, there's a likelyhood you could choose your own tutor (from select few). Online, always! The largest selection of pre-screened Arabic 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 offer classes two times weekly over a semester (75-day period). Language schools typically make available shorter, 8-week, 12-week, and 16-week course sessions. Online, the number of lessons is really up to you, with early morning, day, evening and night classes available, on weekdays and/or weekends.