Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
🌆 How can I master Korean in Solihull and what are my options in terms of commitment?
Besides self-study with apps, you have four main choices for learning Korean interactively in Solihull. 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 other option can be local private language academies that are better priced 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 look for a private Korean tutor in Solihull. If flexibility is key, you can compare local Solihull and online Korean tutors.
🎟 Is it affordable to learn Korean and how much should Korean tutors ask?
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 rate for about 50 lesson hours each semester. Language academies and individual Korean tutors charge $30-55 per hourly group lesson, with private classes starting around $50 or more. Some of the most budget-friendly Korean tutors can be found online, with costs on Preply averaging 21 and tutor rates varying widely based on tutor location, experience and languages the tutor can teach in. Customer review average for Korean lessons on Preply is 4.96 out of 5 stars.
📚 What are the requirements for Korean language skill level 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. 'Canned' classes vary widely in terms of textbook quality, homework volume and testing, so research the details in advance. With personal Korean tutors you can read reviews and get a good idea for whom the tutor is effective with and which other extras they make available (like classes for adults, etc.) For more flexibility, choose a tutor from those who are teaching online.
🔥 Why is Korean so challenging and are there ways to learn it in a better way?
One-size-fits-all 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 5 hours a week you will be able to understand many phrases, have simple conversations, get proficient in daily routines in about a year. Physical language immersion is not a practical option for everyone, so online classes are a quick and affordable 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 students.
🤷 How long does it take to learn Korean?
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 Korean will require at least 600 hours of practice. The required duration of time can differ quite a bit depending on your current level of Korean or proficiency in other languages in the same group. After alphabet and basic reading it is best to use the language as often as possible: watch videos, write using your new language skills, seek native speakers to speak with, try more ways to think and speak in Korean out loud. If it's more difficult than you had imagined you can also take conversational Korean classes online.
🤳 Can I pick my own Korean teacher?
In language learning academies, there's a likelyhood you could choose your own tutor (from select few). Online, certainly! The largest selection of verified Korean tutors with detailed profiles and customer reviews is available on online language learning 'supermarkets' like Preply.
🗓 What's the lesson schedule like?
Colleges as a rule schedule classes two times weekly over a semester (15-week period). Language schools as a rule give 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.