Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
🌆 How do I improve my Korean in Saskatoon and what are my options in terms of commitment?
Besides self-study with recorded courses, you have 4 principal options for learning Korean interactively in Saskatoon. 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 a little more affordable.) Your other spource can be local commercial language academies that charge less and flexible in schedule and requirements. Third, not-for-profit learning centers usually offer cheaper group and more expensive in-person courses. Fourth, you can opt for a private Korean tutor in Saskatoon. If flexibility is key, you can compare local Saskatoon and online Korean tutors.
🎟 Is it cheap to learn Korean and what do Korean tutors charge?
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 course hours each semester. Language academies and independent Korean tutors charge $30-55 for hourly group lesson, with individual classes starting from $50 or more. Some of the more affordable Korean tutors can be found online, with tuition on Preply averaging 21 and tutor rates varying widely based on tutor location, experience and popularity. Real student rating average for Korean lessons on Preply is 4.96 out of 5 stars.
📚 How much Korean 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 level and graded tasks, so research each program in advance. With personal Korean tutors you can find out in advance for whom the tutor is effective with and which other extras they make available (like teaching children or teens, etc.) For better flexibility, choose a tutor from many teaching online.
🔥 Why is Korean not easy and are there ways to learn it in a better way?
Standardized language instruction practiced in schools is not the most effective way to learn Korean. According to experts, you can gain basic Korean fluency in 300 hours from zero knowledge. Studying and getting feedback several hours a week you will be able to understand everyday phrases, express yourself, socialize in about a year. Offline interaction is not a practical option for everyone, so online classes are a ready and easy way of acquiring the basic knowledge of Korean. After gaining basic skills, online marketplaces like Preply have Korean tutors who specialize in intensive classes for intermediate and advanced learners.
🤷 How long does it take to achieve a good level of Korean?
Some people just have a natural ability and learn languages quickly, but for most to go beyond the basics and gain working fluency in Korean will require at least 600 hours of dedication. The amount of time can differ a lot depending on your current level of Korean or knowledge of other languages in the same group. As soon as you've learned the basics it is best to use the language as often as possible: watch videos, write using your new language skills, look for 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.
🤳 How many possibilities do I choose among when I select the right Korean tutor?
In language centers, it's possible that you can choose your own tutor (from up to a dozen teachers). Online, of course! The largest selection of tested Korean tutors with full profiles and customer 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 two times weekly over a semester (75-day period). Language schools typically give shorter, 8-week, 12-week, and 16-week course sessions. Online, you can choose your own lesson frequency and time, on weekdays and/or weekends.