Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
🌆 How can I master Norwegian in San Diego, CA and what does it take in terms of commitment?
Besides self-study using recorded courses, you have several main possibilities for learning Norwegian interactively in San Diego, 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 a little more affordable.) Your second resource can be local for-profit language academies that are cheaper 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 Norwegian tutor in San Diego, CA. If flexibility is key, you can compare local San Diego, CA and online Norwegian tutors.
🎟 How expensive is it to learn Norwegian and what do Norwegian tutors charge?
For university and college courses you can estimate Norwegian course cost by dividing annual tuition by ten (one course is usually 3 out of 30 credit hours offered) to get the overall charge for 1/2 of a hundred lesson hours each semester. Language schools and individual Norwegian tutors charge $30-55 an hourly group lesson, with individual classes starting from $50 or more. Some of the more affordable Norwegian tutors can be found online, with costs on Preply averaging 34 and tutor rates varying widely based on tutor geography, availability and student demand. Customer review average 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 commitment 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 add-ons they make available (like classes for students of A, B, or C leves, etc.) For best flexibility, choose a tutor from a wide selection of those teaching online.
🔥 Why is Norwegian so challenging and are there ways to learn it more effectively?
Formal language instruction practiced in schools is not the most effective way to learn Norwegian. According to experts, you can gain basic Norwegian fluency in 300 hours from zero knowledge. Studying and getting feedback a few hours a week you will be able to understand everyday phrases, have simple conversations, do most everyday tasks in about a year. Physical language immersion is not a practical option for everyone, so online classes are a fast 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 speakers.
🤷 How long does it take to learn Norwegian?
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 Norwegian will necessitate at least 600 hours of active use. The required duration of time can differ by a lot depending on your existing 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 news and movies, write using your new language skills, look for native speakers to speak with, try more 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 pick my own Norwegian teacher?
In language centers, there's a chance you can choose your own tutor (from select few). Online, always! The largest selection of tested Norwegian tutors with video profiles and true reviews is available on online language learning resources like Preply.
🗓 Will I be able to fit lessons in my busy schedule?
Colleges run classes twice a week over a semester (15-week period). Language schools offer 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.