Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
🌆 How can I master Norwegian in St Albans and what are my options in terms of commitment?
Besides self-study with mobile applications, you have 4 principal choices for learning Norwegian 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 less pricey.) Your other possibility can be local for-profit language academies that are cheaper 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 Norwegian tutor in St Albans. If flexibility is key, you can compare local St Albans and online Norwegian tutors.
🎟 Is it expensive to learn Norwegian and what does a lesson with a tutor of Norwegian cost?
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 about 50 class hours each semester. Language schools and individual Norwegian tutors charge $30-55 for hourly group lesson, with private classes starting from $50 or more. Some of the more affordable Norwegian tutors can be found online, with costs on Preply averaging 32 and tutor rates varying widely based on tutor geography, experience and popularity. Real student rating average for Norwegian lessons on Preply is 4.95 out of 5 stars.
📚 What are the requirements for Norwegian language skill level to sign up for a course?
When considering college and learning center classes be prepared demonstrate proof of your current level. All classes vary widely in terms of textbook quality, homework load and graded tasks, so research all such requirements in advance. With personal Norwegian tutors you can find out in advance for whom the tutor is effective with and which other expertise they make available (like intermediate level practice, advanced students etc.) For best flexibility, choose a tutor from those who are teaching online.
🔥 Why is Norwegian not easy and are there ways to learn it faster?
Formal language instruction practiced in schools is not the most effective way to learn Norwegian. Realistically, you can gain basic Norwegian fluency in 300 hours from zero knowledge. Studying and getting feedback several hours a week you will be able to understand most words, 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 affordable way of acquiring the basic knowledge of Norwegian. After gaining 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 get better at speaking 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 take at least 600 hours of study. The actual range of time can differ a lot depending on your existing 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 news and movies, try typing using your new language skills, seek native speakers to speak with, try additional ways to think and speak in Norwegian out loud. If you're struggling when starting a discusssion you can also take conversational Norwegian classes online.
🤳 Can I choose my own Norwegian instructor?
In colleges and universities, it's possible that you can choose your own tutor (from the ones who already work there). Online, certainly! The largest selection of verified Norwegian tutors with video profiles and true reviews is available on online language learning 'supermarkets' like Preply.
🗓 What's the lesson schedule like?
Colleges as a rule offer classes two times weekly over a semester (15-week period). Language schools typically 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.