Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
🌆 How do I improve my English in Vasai and what does it take in terms of commitment?
Besides self-study using special programs, you have four primary opportunities for learning English interactively in Vasai. 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 less pricey.) Your other spource can be local commercial language academies that are better priced and flexible in schedule and requirements. Third, not-for-profit learning centers usually offer cheaper group and more expensive in-person courses. 4th and last, you can look for a private English tutor in Vasai. If flexibility is key, you can compare local Vasai and online English tutors.
🎟 How expensive is it to learn English and what does a lesson with a tutor of English cost?
For university and college courses you can estimate English course cost by dividing annual tuition by 10 (one course is usually 3 out of 30 credit hours offered) to get the price of fifty or so lesson hours each semester. Language schools and independent English tutors charge $30-55 an hourly group lesson, with private classes starting around $50 or more. Some of the more affordable English tutors can be found online, with tuition on Preply averaging 14 and tutor rates varying widely based on tutor country of residence, availability and popularity. Average reviews for English lessons on Preply is 4.9 out of 5 stars.
📚 What level of English do I need 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. Predetermined curriculum classes vary widely in terms of textbook quality, homework commitment and testing, so research all such requirements in advance. With personal English tutors you can read real feedback for whom the tutor is effective with and which other specializations 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 English so difficult and are there ways to learn it in a better way?
Formal language instruction practiced in schools is not the most effective way to learn English. Realistically, you can gain basic English fluency in 300 hours from zero knowledge. Studying and getting feedback five hours a week you will be able to understand common expressions, have simple conversations, shop and place orders in about a year. Offline interaction is not a practical option for everyone, so online classes are a fast and enjoyable way of acquiring the basic knowledge of English. After gaining basic skills, online marketplaces like Preply have English tutors who specialize in intensive classes for intermediate and advanced level practitioners.
🤷 How long does it take to get better at speaking English?
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 English will take at least 600 hours of study. The length of time can differ a lot depending on your existing level of English 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 TV, write using your new language skills, find native speakers to speak with, try additional ways to think and speak in English out loud. If it's more difficult than you had imagined you can also take conversational English classes online.
🤳 What are my options when choosing the English coach?
In learning centers, you can possibly choose your own tutor (from up to a dozen teachers). Online, absolutely! The largest selection of pre-screened English tutors with video profiles and comprehensive reviews is available on online language learning 'supermarkets' like Preply.
🗓 What time of day and on which days are classes available?
Colleges typically schedule classes two times weekly over a semester (75-day period). Language schools offer shorter, 8-week, 12-week, and 16-week course sessions. Online, allows the flexibility to schedule lessons around your commitments, on weekdays and/or weekends.