Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
🌆 How to learn Hebrew in San Diego, CA and what are the possibilities in terms of commitment?
Besides self-study with recorded courses, you have four principal options for learning Hebrew interactively in San Diego, CA. First, universities and community colleges are an especially good idea for in-state residents. Also, ask about the centers for continuing education and professional studies (they are less pricey.) Your other spource can be local specialized language academies that charge less and flexible in schedule and requirements. Third, international learning centers usually offer cheaper group and more expensive in-person courses. Fourth, you can find a private Hebrew tutor in San Diego, CA. If flexibility is key, you can compare local San Diego, CA and online Hebrew tutors.
🎟 Is it expensive to learn Hebrew and what do Hebrew tutors charge?
For university and college courses you can estimate Hebrew course cost by dividing annual tuition by 10 (one course is usually 3 out of 30 credit hours offered) to get the rate for fifty or so course hours each semester. Language schools and individual Hebrew tutors charge $30-55 an hourly group lesson, with individual classes starting around $50 or more. Some of the more affordable Hebrew tutors can be found online, with rates on Preply averaging 36 and tutor rates varying widely based on tutor geography, availability and popularity. Customer review average for Hebrew lessons on Preply is 4.97 out of 5 stars.
📚 What level of Hebrew 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. Planned classes vary widely in terms of textbook quality, homework level and tests, so research each program in advance. With personal Hebrew tutors you can read real feedback for whom the tutor is effective with and which other specializations they make available (like instruction for beginners, etc.) For best flexibility, choose a tutor from a wide selection of those teaching online.
🔥 Why is Hebrew so challenging and are there ways to learn it the easy way?
One-size-fits-all language instruction practiced in schools is not the most effective way to learn Hebrew. In reality, you can gain basic Hebrew fluency in 300 hours from zero knowledge. Studying and getting feedback several hours a week you will be able to understand everyday expressions, have simple conversations, shop and place orders in about a year. Offline interaction is not a practical option for everyone, so online classes are a rapid and fun way of acquiring the basic knowledge of Hebrew. After attaining basic skills, online marketplaces like Preply have Hebrew tutors who specialize in intensive classes for intermediate and advanced learners.
🤷 How long does it take to get better at speaking Hebrew?
Some people just have a natural ability and learn languages quickly, but for most to go beyond the basics and gain working fluency in Hebrew will take at least 600 hours of active use. The length of time can differ a lot depending on your existing level of Hebrew or knowledge of other languages in the same group. After alphabet and basic reading 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, look for native speakers to speak with, try more ways to think and speak in Hebrew out loud. If this is not easy you can also take conversational Hebrew classes online.
🤳 Can I pick my own Hebrew teacher?
In learning centers, there's a likelyhood you could choose your own tutor (from the ones who already work there). Online, absolutely! The largest selection of tested Hebrew tutors with extensive 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 as a rule schedule classes two times weekly over a semester (75-day period). Language schools have 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.