Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
🌆 How to learn French in Vaudreuil-Dorion and what are my options in terms of commitment?
Besides self-study using special programs, you have 4 principal choices for learning French interactively in Vaudreuil-Dorion. 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 better priced.) Your other resource can be local commercial language academies that are cheaper and flexible in schedule and requirements. Third, not-for-profit learning centers usually offer cheaper group and more expensive in-person courses. Last, you can opt for a private French tutor in Vaudreuil-Dorion. If flexibility is key, you can compare local Vaudreuil-Dorion and online French tutors.
🎟 Is it expensive to learn French and what are the ballpark lesson costs for French tutors?
For university and college courses you can estimate French course cost as 1/10th of the yearly tuition (one course is usually 3 out of 30 credit hours offered) to get the cost of 45-48 instruction hours each semester. Language centers and private French tutors charge $30-55 for hourly group lesson, with private classes starting around $50 or more. Some of the most budget-friendly French tutors can be found online, with costs on Preply averaging 22 and tutor rates varying widely based on tutor hometown, positive reviews and specialization. Average student satisfaction for French lessons on Preply is 4.92 out of 5 stars.
📚 How much French 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. 'Canned' classes vary widely in terms of textbook quality, homework load and graded tasks, so research all such requirements in advance. With personal French tutors you can find reviews 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 best flexibility, choose a tutor from a wide selection of those teaching online.
🔥 Why is French so hard and are there ways to learn it faster?
Standardized 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 a few hours a week you will be able to understand most phrases, express yourself, do most everyday tasks in about a year. Offline interaction is not a practical option for everyone, so online classes are a ready and fun way of acquiring the basic knowledge of French. After mastering 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 achieve a good level of French?
Some people brag about their natural ability and learn languages quickly, but for most to go beyond the basics and gain working fluency in French will necessitate at least 600 hours of active use. The required duration of time can differ quite a bit depending on your available level of French 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 videos, write using your new language skills, seek native speakers to speak with, try additional ways to think and speak in French out loud. If you're struggling when starting a discusssion you can also take conversational French classes online.
🤳 What are my options when choosing the French teacher?
In colleges and universities, it's possible that you can choose your own tutor (from select few). Online, of course! The largest selection of verified French tutors with full profiles and true reviews is available on online language learning resources like Preply.
🗓 What's the lesson schedule like?
Colleges typically schedule classes two times weekly over a semester (15-week period). Language schools make available 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.