Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
🌆 How do I improve my Korean in Surrey and what are my options in terms of commitment?
Besides self-study using special programs, you have several principal options for learning Korean interactively in Surrey. 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 better priced.) Your other possibility can be local commercial language academies that cost less and flexible in schedule and requirements. Third, government-supported learning centers usually offer cheaper group and more expensive in-person courses. Fourth, you can look for a private Korean tutor in Surrey. If flexibility is key, you can compare local Surrey and online Korean tutors.
🎟 How expensive is it to learn Korean and what does a lesson with a tutor of Korean cost?
For university and college courses you can estimate Korean course cost by dividing annual tuition by 10 (one course is usually 3 out of 30 credit hours offered) to get the cost of 1/2 of a hundred course hours each semester. Language schools and private Korean tutors charge $30-55 for 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 hometown, ratings and specialization. Real student rating average for Korean lessons on Preply is 4.96 out of 5 stars.
📚 How much Korean do I need to know to sign up for a course?
When considering college and learning center classes be prepared demonstrate proof of your current level. Predetermined curriculum classes vary widely in terms of textbook quality, homework volume and exams, so research all such requirements in advance. With personal Korean tutors you can read real feedback for whom the tutor is effective with and which other add-ons they make available (like classes for students of A, B, or C leves, etc.) For more flexibility, choose a tutor from many 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 a few hours a week you will be able to understand many phrases, express yourself, get proficient in daily routines in about a year. Physical language immersion is not a practical option for everyone, so online classes are a rapid and easy 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 learners.
🤷 How long does it take to learn Korean?
Some people just 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 length of time can differ by a lot depending on your already acquired level of Korean or knowledge of other languages in the same group. As soon as you've learned the basics it is a good idea to use the language as often as possible: watch videos, write by hand and online using your new language skills, try to communicate with native speakers to speak with, try other 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 instructor?
In learning centers, you can possibly choose your own tutor (from the ones who already work there). Online, certainly! The largest selection of approved Korean tutors with video profiles and comprehensive reviews is available on online language learning marketplaces like Preply.
🗓 Will I be able to fit lessons in my busy schedule?
Colleges as a rule offer classes twice a week over a semester (15-week period). Language schools make available 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.