Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
🌆 How can I master French in Valencia and what does it take in terms of commitment?
Besides self-study using apps, you have 4 principal possibilities for learning French interactively in Valencia. First, universities and community colleges are an especially good idea for in-state residents. Also, research centers for continuing education and professional studies (they are better priced.) Your other spource 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. Finally, you can choose a private French tutor in Valencia. If flexibility is key, you can compare local Valencia and online French tutors.
🎟 Is it cheap to learn French and what do French tutors charge?
For university and college courses you can estimate French course cost by dividing annual tuition by ten (one course is usually 3 out of 30 credit hours offered) to get the price of about 50 course hours each semester. Language schools and private French tutors charge $30-55 an hourly group lesson, with private classes starting around $50 or more. Some of the less pricey French tutors can be found online, with rates on Preply averaging 22 and tutor rates varying widely based on tutor country of residence, availability and specialization. Real student rating average for French lessons on Preply is 4.92 out of 5 stars.
📚 What level of French do I need to sign up for a course?
When considering college and learning center classes be prepared prove your profeciency level. 'Canned' classes vary widely in terms of textbook quality, homework commitment and graded tasks, so research each program in advance. With personal French tutors you can find reviews for whom the tutor is effective with and which other add-ons they make available (like intermediate level practice, advanced students etc.) For best flexibility, choose a tutor from a wide selection of those teaching online.
🔥 Why is French so challenging and are there ways to learn it the easy way?
One-size-fits-all language instruction practiced in schools is not the most effective way to learn French. In reality, you can gain basic French fluency in 300 hours from zero knowledge. Studying and getting feedback 5 hours a week you will be able to understand everyday expressions, have simple conversations, do most everyday tasks in about a year. Finding native speakers is not a practical option for everyone, so online classes are a quick and easy way of acquiring the basic knowledge of French. After acquiring basic skills, online marketplaces like Preply have French tutors who specialize in intensive classes for intermediate and advanced students.
🤷 How long does it take to get better at speaking French?
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 French will require at least 600 hours of study. The actual range of time can differ significantly depending on your available level of French or proficiency in other languages in the same group. As soon as you've learned the basics it is advised to use the language as often as possible: watch news and movies, write using your new language skills, find native speakers to speak with, try more ways to think and speak in French out loud. If it's more difficult than you had imagined you can also take conversational French classes online.
🤳 Can I pick my own French tutor?
In learning centers, there's a chance you can choose your own tutor (from the ones who already work there). Online, absolutely! The largest selection of pre-screened French tutors with detailed profiles and comprehensive reviews is available on online language learning marketplaces like Preply.
🗓 What's the best time to schedule classes?
Colleges schedule classes two times weekly over a semester (15-week period). Language schools have shorter, 8-week, 12-week, and 16-week course sessions. Online, you can choose your own lesson frequency and time, on weekdays and/or weekends.