Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
🌆 How do I improve my Korean in Smyrna, GA and is possible to go light in terms of commitment?
Besides self-study with special programs, you have 4 key possibilities for learning Korean interactively in Smyrna, GA. 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 cheaper.) Your other possibility can be local private 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. 4th and last, you can find a private Korean tutor in Smyrna, GA. If flexibility is key, you can compare local Smyrna, GA and online Korean tutors.
🎟 Is it affordable 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 ten (one course is usually 3 out of 30 credit hours offered) to get the overall charge for fifty or so class hours each semester. Language schools and individual Korean tutors charge $30-55 an hourly group lesson, with private classes starting around $50 or more. Some of the most budget-friendly Korean tutors can be found online, with tuition on Preply averaging 21 and tutor rates varying widely based on tutor geography, availability and specialization. Average reviews for Korean lessons on Preply is 4.96 out of 5 stars.
📚 What level of Korean do I need to sign up for a course?
When considering college and learning center classes be prepared demonstrate proof of your current level. Planned classes vary widely in terms of textbook quality, homework load and testing, so research all such requirements in advance. With personal Korean 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 maximum flexibility, choose a tutor from those who are teaching online.
🔥 Why is Korean not easy and are there ways to learn it more effectively?
Formal language instruction practiced in schools is not the most effective way to learn Korean. As proven by others before, you can gain basic Korean fluency in 300 hours from zero knowledge. Studying and getting feedback a few hours a week you will be able to understand many sentences, have simple conversations, shop and place orders in about a year. Finding native speakers is not a practical option for everyone, so online classes are a rapid 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 demand at least 600 hours of active use. The actual range of time can differ by a lot depending on your already acquired level of Korean 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 television, write by hand and online using your new language skills, try to communicate with native speakers to speak with, try more ways to think and speak in Korean out loud. If this is not easy you can also take conversational Korean classes online.
🤳 Can I choose my own Korean instructor?
In learning centers, it's possible that you can choose your own tutor (from a limited pool). Online, always! The largest selection of pre-screened Korean tutors with extensive profiles and true reviews is available on online language learning marketplaces like Preply.
🗓 What time of day and on which days are classes available?
Colleges usually 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.