Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
🌆 How do I improve my Korean in Palisades Park, NJ and what does it take in terms of commitment?
Besides self-study with special programs, you have a few main choices for learning Korean interactively in Palisades Park, NJ. 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 a little more affordable.) Your second possibility can be local private language academies that cost less and flexible in schedule and requirements. Third, government-supported learning centers usually offer cheaper group and more expensive in-person courses. Fourth, you can choose a private Korean tutor in Palisades Park, NJ. If flexibility is key, you can compare local Palisades Park, NJ and online Korean tutors.
🎟 Is it expensive 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 10 (one course is usually 3 out of 30 credit hours offered) to get the rate for 1/2 of a hundred instruction hours each semester. Language centers and private Korean tutors charge $30-55 for hourly group lesson, with private classes starting around $50 or more. Some of the less pricey Korean tutors can be found online, with rates on Preply averaging 21 and tutor rates varying widely based on tutor location, positive reviews and popularity. Average student satisfaction for Korean lessons on Preply is 4.95 out of 5 stars.
📚 What are the requirements for Korean language skill level to sign up for a course?
When considering college and learning center classes be prepared pass a few pre-requisites. 'Canned' classes vary widely in terms of textbook quality, homework commitment and testing, so research each program in advance. With personal Korean tutors you can find reviews for whom the tutor is effective with and which other expertise they make available (like classes for students of A, B, or C leves, etc.) For best flexibility, choose a tutor from those who are teaching online.
🔥 Why is Korean so difficult and are there ways to learn it faster?
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 5 hours a week you will be able to understand most sentences, express yourself, get proficient in daily routines 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 Korean. After mastering basic skills, online marketplaces like Preply have Korean tutors who specialize in intensive classes for intermediate and advanced level practitioners.
🤷 How long does it take to learn Korean?
Some people have a natural ability and learn languages quickly, but for most to go beyond the basics and gain working fluency in Korean will necessitate at least 600 hours of dedication. The amount of time can differ significantly depending on your available level of Korean or proficiency in other languages in the same group. After alphabet and basic reading it is recommended to use the language as often as possible: watch videos, start a journal or write posts and comments using your new language skills, seek native speakers to speak with, try other ways to think and speak in Korean out loud. If this is a greater challenge than you had anticipated you can also take conversational Korean classes online.
🤳 Can I pick my own Korean instructor?
In language learning academies, it's possible that you can choose your own tutor (from a limited pool). Online, of course! The largest selection of approved Korean tutors with detailed profiles and comprehensive reviews is available on online language learning 'supermarkets' like Preply.
🗓 Will I be able to fit lessons in my busy schedule?
Colleges typically structure classes two times weekly over a semester (15-week period). Language schools as a rule make available 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.