Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
🌆 How do I improve my Dutch in Saint Petersburg, FL and what are the possibilities in terms of commitment?
Besides self-study with apps, you have several main possibilities for learning Dutch interactively in Saint Petersburg, FL. 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 cheaper.) Your other resource can be local commercial language academies that are better priced and flexible in schedule and requirements. Third, non-profit learning centers usually offer cheaper group and more expensive in-person courses. Finally, you can find a private Dutch tutor in Saint Petersburg, FL. If flexibility is key, you can compare local Saint Petersburg, FL and online Dutch tutors.
🎟 Is it affordable to learn Dutch and what does a lesson with a tutor of Dutch cost?
For university and college courses you can estimate Dutch course cost as 1/10th of the yearly tuition (one course is usually 3 out of 30 credit hours offered) to get the price of about 50 course hours each semester. Language academies and individual Dutch tutors charge $30-55 per hourly group lesson, with private classes starting from $50 or more. Some of the better priced Dutch tutors can be found online, with costs on Preply averaging 36 and tutor rates varying widely based on tutor geography, availability and languages the tutor can teach in. Customer review average for Dutch lessons on Preply is 4.94 out of 5 stars.
📚 What level of Dutch do I need to sign up for a course?
When considering college and learning center classes be prepared pass a few pre-requisites. All classes vary widely in terms of textbook quality, homework load and exams, so research those in advance. With personal Dutch 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 students of A, B, or C leves, etc.) For better flexibility, choose a tutor from those teaching online.
🔥 Why is Dutch so hard 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 Dutch. According to experts, you can gain basic Dutch fluency in 300 hours from zero knowledge. Studying and getting feedback several hours a week you will be able to understand common 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 quick and easy way of acquiring the basic knowledge of Dutch. After mastering basic skills, online marketplaces like Preply have Dutch tutors who specialize in intensive classes for intermediate and advanced learners.
🤷 How long does it take to master Dutch?
Some people just have a natural ability and learn languages quickly, but for most to go beyond the basics and gain working fluency in Dutch will take at least 600 hours of practice. The length of time can differ by a lot depending on your existing level of Dutch or knowledge of other languages in the same group. After alphabet and basic reading it is a good idea to use the language as often as possible: watch news and movies, try typing using your new language skills, look for native speakers to speak with, try as many as possible ways to think and speak in Dutch out loud. If you're struggling when starting a discusssion you can also take conversational Dutch classes online.
🤳 What are my options when choosing the Dutch teacher?
In language learning academies, it's possible that you can choose your own tutor (from a limited pool). Online, always! The largest selection of approved Dutch tutors with detailed profiles and true reviews is available on online language learning 'supermarkets' like Preply.
🗓 What time of day and on which days are classes available?
Colleges typically schedule classes twice a week over a semester (75-day period). Language schools as a rule give shorter, 8-week, 12-week, and 16-week course sessions. Online, allows the flexibility to schedule lessons around your commitments, on weekdays and/or weekends.