Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
🌆 How to learn Norwegian in Southampton and what are the possibilities in terms of commitment?
Besides self-study using special programs, you have several key options for learning Norwegian interactively in Southampton. First, universities and community colleges are an especially good idea for in-state residents. Also, ask about the centers for continuing education and professional studies (they are a little more affordable.) Your 2nd option can be local for-profit language academies that are better priced and flexible in schedule and requirements. Third, international learning centers usually offer cheaper group and more expensive in-person courses. Finally, you can look for a private Norwegian tutor in Southampton. If flexibility is key, you can compare local Southampton 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 cost of 45-48 class hours each semester. Language schools and private Norwegian tutors charge $30-55 per hourly group lesson, with individual classes starting around $50 or more. Some of the better priced Norwegian tutors can be found online, with rates on Preply averaging 34 and tutor rates varying widely based on tutor geography, positive reviews and languages the tutor can teach in. Customer review average for Norwegian lessons on Preply is 4.95 out of 5 stars.
📚 What level of Norwegian do I need to sign up for a course?
When considering college and learning center classes be prepared pass a few pre-requisites. All classes vary widely in terms of textbook quality, homework volume and graded tasks, so research the details in advance. With personal Norwegian tutors you can read real feedback for whom the tutor is effective with and which other expertise they make available (like instruction for beginners, 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 in a better way?
One-size-fits-all 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 five hours a week you will be able to understand many expressions, be understood when you talk, shop and place orders in about a year. Finding native speakers is not a practical option for everyone, so online classes are a fast and enjoyable way of acquiring the basic knowledge of Norwegian. After mastering basic skills, online marketplaces like Preply have Norwegian tutors who specialize in intensive classes for intermediate and advanced students.
🤷 How long does it take to achieve a good level of 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 require at least 600 hours of study. The actual range of time can differ quite a bit depending on your already acquired level of Norwegian 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 TV, try typing using your new language skills, seek native speakers to speak with, try more 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, certainly! The largest selection of approved Norwegian tutors with detailed profiles and real student reviews is available on online language learning platforms like Preply.
🗓 What's the best time to schedule classes?
Colleges schedule classes two times weekly over a semester (75-day period). Language schools typically offer shorter, 8-week, 12-week, and 16-week course sessions. Online, you can take as few as one lesson a year, as many as several a day - and as many (or as few) as you want during any time of day, on weekdays and/or weekends.