Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
🌆 How can I master Korean in Winnipeg and is possible to go light in terms of commitment?
Besides self-study with special programs, you have 4 primary opportunities for learning Korean interactively in Winnipeg. 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 cheaper.) 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. Finally, you can choose a private Korean tutor in Winnipeg. If flexibility is key, you can compare local Winnipeg and online Korean tutors.
🎟 How expensive is it 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 1/10th of the yearly tuition (one course is usually 3 out of 30 credit hours offered) to get the rate for 45-48 lesson hours each semester. Language centers and private Korean tutors charge $30-55 an hourly group lesson, with individual classes starting from $50 or more. Some of the more affordable Korean tutors can be found online, with tuition on Preply averaging 22 and tutor rates varying widely based on tutor geography, positive reviews and student demand. Average student satisfaction 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. All classes vary widely in terms of textbook quality, homework commitment and graded tasks, so research each program in advance. With personal Korean tutors you can read real feedback for whom the tutor is effective with and which other expertise they make available (like classes for students of A, B, or C leves, etc.) For maximum flexibility, choose a tutor from those who are teaching online.
🔥 Why is Korean so challenging and are there ways to learn it the easy way?
Standardized language instruction practiced in schools is not the most effective way to learn Korean. In reality, 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 everyday expressions, speak on some level, socialize in about a year. Finding native speakers is not a practical option for everyone, so online classes are a ready 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 speakers.
🤷 How long does it take to achieve a good level of 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 take at least 600 hours of practice. The required duration of time can differ a lot depending on your current level of Korean or knowledge of other languages in the same group. After alphabet and basic reading 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 this is not easy you can also take conversational Korean classes online.
🤳 Can I choose my own Korean teacher?
In language learning academies, there's a likelyhood you could choose your own tutor (from a limited pool). Online, always! The largest selection of pre-screened Korean tutors with full profiles and customer reviews is available on online language learning platforms like Preply.
🗓 What's the lesson schedule like?
Colleges offer classes two times weekly over a semester (75-day period). Language schools usually offer 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.