Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
🌆 How can I master Korean in Round Rock, TX and what are my options in terms of commitment?
Besides self-study with apps, you have several principal opportunities for learning Korean interactively in Round Rock, TX. 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 less pricey.) Your second spource can be local specialized language academies that are cheaper and flexible in schedule and requirements. Third, not-for-profit learning centers usually offer cheaper group and more expensive in-person courses. 4th and last, you can find a private Korean tutor in Round Rock, TX. If flexibility is key, you can compare local Round Rock, TX 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 as 1/10th of the yearly tuition (one course is usually 3 out of 30 credit hours offered) to get the cost of fifty or so lesson hours each semester. Language schools and individual Korean tutors charge $30-55 an hourly group lesson, with private classes starting around $50 or more. Some of the more affordable Korean tutors can be found online, with rates on Preply averaging 21 and tutor rates varying widely based on tutor country of residence, availability and popularity. 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 to show a language test profeciency score or take an entrance test to determine your level. 'Canned' classes vary widely in terms of textbook quality, homework level and tests, so research all such requirements 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 expertise they make available (like classes for adults, etc.) For maximum flexibility, choose a tutor from those teaching online.
🔥 Why is Korean so difficult and are there ways to learn it in a better way?
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 a few hours a week you will be able to understand common sentences, express yourself, socialize in about a year. Relocating is not a practical option for everyone, so online classes are a quick and fun 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 speakers.
🤷 How long does it take to achieve a good level of Korean?
Some people seem to have a natural ability and learn languages quickly, but for most to go beyond the basics and gain working fluency in Korean will demand at least 600 hours of active use. The amount of time can differ by a lot depending on your available level of Korean or knowledge of other languages in the same group. As soon as you've learned the basics it is recommended to use the language as often as possible: watch news and movies, write by hand and online using your new language skills, find 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, you can possibly choose your own tutor (from select few). Online, of course! The largest selection of verified Korean tutors with extensive profiles and real student reviews is available on online language learning platforms like Preply.
🗓 What's the best time to schedule classes?
Colleges usually structure classes twice a week over a semester (75-day period). Language schools usually 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.