Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
🌆 How do I improve my Norwegian in Sault Ste. Marie and what does it take in terms of commitment?
Besides self-study with special programs, you have 4 main options for learning Norwegian interactively in Sault Ste. Marie. 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 better priced.) Your 2nd possibility can be local for-profit language academies that charge less and flexible in schedule and requirements. Third, government-supported learning centers usually offer cheaper group and more expensive in-person courses. Finally, you can opt for a private Norwegian tutor in Sault Ste. Marie. If flexibility is key, you can compare local Sault Ste. Marie and online Norwegian tutors.
🎟 Is it affordable to learn Norwegian and how much should Norwegian tutors ask?
For university and college courses you can estimate Norwegian 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 instruction hours each semester. Language academies and individual Norwegian tutors charge $30-55 per hourly group lesson, with individual classes starting around $50 or more. Some of the less pricey Norwegian tutors can be found online, with costs on Preply averaging 34 and tutor rates varying widely based on tutor hometown, availability and languages the tutor can teach in. 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 pass a few pre-requisites. Planned classes vary widely in terms of textbook quality, homework volume and tests, so research all such requirements in advance. With personal Norwegian tutors you can read reviews and get a good idea for whom the tutor is effective with and which other specializations they make available (like teaching children or teens, etc.) For more flexibility, choose a tutor from those teaching online.
🔥 Why is Norwegian so difficult and are there ways to learn it more effectively?
One-size-fits-all language instruction practiced in schools is not the most effective way to learn Norwegian. As proven by others before, you can gain basic Norwegian fluency in 300 hours from zero knowledge. Studying and getting feedback five hours a week you will be able to understand everyday expressions, have simple conversations, socialize in about a year. Offline interaction is not a practical option for everyone, so online classes are a rapid and enjoyable 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 level practitioners.
🤷 How long does it take to achieve a good level of Norwegian?
Some people just have a natural ability and learn languages quickly, but for most to go beyond the basics and gain working fluency in Norwegian will require at least 600 hours of active use. The length of time can differ by a lot depending on your current level of Norwegian or familiarity with 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 TV, write using your new language skills, look for native speakers to speak with, try as many as possible ways to think and speak in Norwegian out loud. If it's more difficult than you had imagined you can also take conversational Norwegian classes online.
🤳 What are my options when choosing the Norwegian coach?
In language learning academies, there's a likelyhood you could choose your own tutor (from select few). Online, always! The largest selection of tested Norwegian tutors with extensive profiles and real student reviews is available on online language learning platforms like Preply.
🗓 Will I be able to fit lessons in my busy schedule?
Colleges schedule classes two times weekly over a semester (15-week period). Language schools as a rule have shorter, 8-week, 12-week, and 16-week course sessions. Online, the number of lessons is really up to you, with early morning, day, evening and night classes available, on weekdays and/or weekends.