Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
🌆 How do I improve my Korean in St Albans and what are the possibilities in terms of commitment?
Besides self-study using recorded courses, you have four principal opportunities for learning Korean interactively in St Albans. 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 cheaper.) Your 2nd option can be local private language academies that charge less and flexible in schedule and requirements. Third, non-profit learning centers usually offer cheaper group and more expensive in-person courses. Last, you can find a private Korean tutor in St Albans. If flexibility is key, you can compare local St Albans and online Korean tutors.
🎟 How expensive is it to learn Korean and what are the ballpark lesson costs for Korean tutors?
For university and college courses you can estimate Korean course cost as one-tenth of the yearly tuition (one course is usually 3 out of 30 credit hours offered) to get the rate for 1/2 of a hundred lesson hours each semester. Language schools and private Korean tutors charge $30-55 an hourly group lesson, with individual classes starting around $50 or more. Some of the less pricey Korean tutors can be found online, with tuition on Preply averaging 22 and tutor rates varying widely based on tutor hometown, experience and student demand. Real student rating 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. All classes vary widely in terms of textbook quality, homework load and testing, so research the details in advance. With personal Korean tutors you can find out in advance for whom the tutor is effective with and which other specializations they make available (like classes for adults, etc.) For more flexibility, choose a tutor from those teaching online.
🔥 Why is Korean 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 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 common words, speak on some level, get proficient in daily routines in about a year. Relocating is not a practical option for everyone, so online classes are a quick and enjoyable way of acquiring the basic knowledge of Korean. After attaining 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 get better at speaking 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 demand at least 600 hours of dedication. The length of time can differ quite a bit depending on your current level of Korean or familiarity with other languages in the same group. After alphabet and basic reading it is recommended to use the language as often as possible: watch television, try typing using your new language skills, find native speakers to speak with, try as many as possible ways to think and speak in Korean out loud. If you're struggling when starting a discusssion you can also take conversational Korean classes online.
🤳 Can I pick my own Korean coach?
In language centers, there's a likelyhood you could choose your own tutor (from up to a dozen teachers). Online, certainly! The largest selection of pre-screened Korean tutors with detailed profiles and true reviews is available on online language learning 'supermarkets' like Preply.
🗓 What's the lesson schedule like?
Colleges usually structure classes two times weekly over a semester (75-day period). Language schools 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.