Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
🌆 How do I skill up on German in Lviv and what are my options in terms of commitment?
Besides self-study with mobile applications, you have 4 main opportunities for learning German interactively in Lviv. 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 possibility 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 look for a private German tutor in Lviv. If flexibility is key, you can compare local Lviv and online German tutors.
🎟 Is it affordable to learn German and what are the ballpark lesson costs for German tutors?
For university and college courses you can estimate German 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 course hours each semester. Language schools and private German tutors charge $30-55 per hourly group lesson, with individual classes starting around $50 or more. Some of the better priced German tutors can be found online, with prices on Preply averaging 29 and tutor rates varying widely based on tutor country of residence, ratings and languages the tutor can teach in. Customer review average for German lessons on Preply is 4.92 out of 5 stars.
📚 What level of German do I need to sign up for a course?
When considering college and learning center classes be prepared pass a few pre-requisites. Planned classes vary widely in terms of textbook quality, homework commitment and testing, so research all such requirements in advance. With personal German tutors you can read reviews and get a good idea for whom the tutor is effective with and which other extras they make available (like teaching children or teens, etc.) For better flexibility, choose a tutor from a wide selection of those teaching online.
🔥 Why is German so challenging and are there ways to learn it more effectively?
Standardized language instruction practiced in schools is not the most effective way to learn German. According to experts, you can gain basic German fluency in 300 hours from zero knowledge. Studying and getting feedback five hours a week you will be able to understand everyday expressions, speak on some level, do most everyday tasks in about a year. Offline interaction is not a practical option for everyone, so online classes are a rapid and fun way of acquiring the basic knowledge of German. After mastering basic skills, online marketplaces like Preply have German tutors who specialize in intensive classes for intermediate and advanced speakers.
🤷 How long does it take to learn German?
Some people just have a natural ability and learn languages quickly, but for most to go beyond the basics and gain working fluency in German will necessitate at least 600 hours of dedication. The length of time can differ significantly depending on your current level of German or knowledge of other languages in the same group. As soon as you've learned the basics it is best to use the language as often as possible: watch videos, start a journal or write posts and comments using your new language skills, find native speakers to speak with, try more ways to think and speak in German out loud. If it's more difficult than you had imagined you can also take conversational German classes online.
🤳 Can I pick my own German coach?
In language learning academies, there's a likelyhood you could choose your own tutor (from the ones who already work there). Online, always! The largest selection of verified German tutors with full profiles and real student reviews is available on online language learning platforms like Preply.
🗓 What time of day and on which days are classes available?
Colleges usually structure classes twice a week over a semester (75-day 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.