Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
🌆 How to learn Korean in Sunnyvale, CA and is possible to go light in terms of commitment?
Besides self-study with recorded courses, you have several key options for learning Korean interactively in Sunnyvale, CA. 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 2nd option can be local specialized language academies that are better priced and flexible in schedule and requirements. Third, non-profit learning centers usually offer cheaper group and more expensive in-person courses. Finally, you can find a private Korean tutor in Sunnyvale, CA. If flexibility is key, you can compare local Sunnyvale, CA and online Korean tutors.
🎟 Is it affordable 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 overall charge for about 50 instruction hours each semester. Language centers and individual Korean tutors charge $30-55 for hourly group lesson, with individual classes starting around $50 or more. Some of the better priced Korean tutors can be found online, with rates on Preply averaging 21 and tutor rates varying widely based on tutor location, availability and languages the tutor can teach in. Real student rating average 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 level and testing, so research the details in advance. With personal Korean tutors you can find reviews for whom the tutor is effective with and which other expertise they make available (like teaching children or teens, etc.) For maximum flexibility, choose a tutor from a wide selection of those teaching online.
🔥 Why is Korean not easy and are there ways to learn it more effectively?
Standardized 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 common expressions, speak on some level, do most everyday tasks in about a year. Offline interaction is not a practical option for everyone, so online classes are a fast and fun 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 speakers.
🤷 How long does it take to achieve a good level of Korean?
Some people 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 study. The actual range of time can differ significantly depending on your available level of Korean or knowledge of 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 TV, start a journal or write posts and comments using your new language skills, look for native speakers to speak with, try other 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 teacher?
In learning centers, you can possibly choose your own tutor (from select few). Online, always! The largest selection of tested Korean tutors with detailed profiles and true reviews is available on online language learning resources like Preply.
🗓 Will I be able to fit lessons in my busy schedule?
Colleges offer classes twice a week over a semester (75-day period). Language schools give 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.