Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
🌆 How do I skill up on Norwegian in Oakland, CA and what does it take in terms of commitment?
Besides self-study with recorded courses, you have a few main possibilities for learning Norwegian interactively in Oakland, CA. First, universities and community colleges are an especially good idea for in-state residents. Also, check centers for continuing education and professional studies (they are better priced.) Your other resource can be local commercial 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. Fourth, you can look for a private Norwegian tutor in Oakland, CA. If flexibility is key, you can compare local Oakland, CA and online Norwegian tutors.
🎟 Is it affordable to learn Norwegian and how much should Norwegian tutors ask?
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 overall charge for 1/2 of a hundred class hours each semester. Language schools and private Norwegian tutors charge $30-55 for hourly group lesson, with private classes starting around $50 or more. Some of the better priced Norwegian tutors can be found online, with costs on Preply averaging 32 and tutor rates varying widely based on tutor hometown, experience and popularity. Average student satisfaction 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 prove your profeciency level. Planned classes vary widely in terms of textbook quality, homework level and tests, so research those in advance. With personal Norwegian tutors you can find reviews for whom the tutor is effective with and which other specializations they make available (like classes for adults, etc.) For better flexibility, choose a tutor from a wide selection of those teaching online.
🔥 Why is Norwegian so challenging and are there ways to learn it faster?
One-size-fits-all language instruction practiced in schools is not the most effective way to learn Norwegian. Realistically, you can gain basic Norwegian fluency in 300 hours from zero knowledge. Studying and getting feedback five hours a week you will be able to understand everyday words, have simple conversations, shop and place orders in about a year. Physical language immersion is not a practical option for everyone, so online classes are a quick and affordable way of acquiring the basic knowledge of Norwegian. After attaining basic skills, online marketplaces like Preply have Norwegian tutors who specialize in intensive classes for intermediate and advanced learners.
🤷 How long does it take to achieve a good level of Norwegian?
Some people brag about their natural ability and learn languages quickly, but for most to go beyond the basics and gain working fluency in Norwegian will take at least 600 hours of practice. The required duration of time can differ by a lot depending on your available level of Norwegian or familiarity with other languages in the same group. After alphabet and basic reading it is advised to use the language as often as possible: watch videos, write using your new language skills, seek native speakers to speak with, try additional ways to think and speak in Norwegian out loud. If this is a greater challenge than you had anticipated you can also take conversational Norwegian classes online.
🤳 Can I choose my own Norwegian teacher?
In language centers, you can possibly choose your own tutor (from select few). Online, always! The largest selection of approved Norwegian tutors with full profiles and customer reviews is available on online language learning 'supermarkets' like Preply.
🗓 Will I be able to fit lessons in my busy schedule?
Colleges offer classes two times weekly over a semester (15-week period). Language schools usually 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.