Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
🌆 How can I master French in Nagano and what does it take in terms of commitment?
Besides self-study with special programs, you have several key choices for learning French interactively in Nagano. 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 a little more affordable.) Your 2nd possibility can be local commercial 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. 4th and last, you can opt for a private French tutor in Nagano. If flexibility is key, you can compare local Nagano and online French tutors.
🎟 Is it affordable to learn French and what do French tutors charge?
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 price of 45-48 instruction hours each semester. Language academies and individual French tutors charge $30-55 for hourly group lesson, with private classes starting from $50 or more. Some of the more affordable French tutors can be found online, with prices on Preply averaging 22 and tutor rates varying widely based on tutor location, experience and student demand. Customer review average 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. Planned classes vary widely in terms of textbook quality, homework load and tests, so research all such requirements in advance. With personal French tutors you can find out in advance for whom the tutor is effective with and which other extras they make available (like classes for adults, etc.) For best flexibility, choose a tutor from those teaching online.
🔥 Why is French so hard and are there ways to learn it more effectively?
Standardized language instruction practiced in schools is not the most effective way to learn French. According to experts, you can gain basic French fluency in 300 hours from zero knowledge. Studying and getting feedback several hours a week you will be able to understand everyday words, express yourself, get proficient in daily routines in about a year. Offline interaction is not a practical option for everyone, so online classes are a quick and enjoyable 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 just have a 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 dedication. The length of time can differ quite a bit depending on your existing level of French or knowledge of 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 television, write by hand and online using your new language skills, try to communicate with native speakers to speak with, try more 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 coach?
In language centers, there's a likelyhood you could choose your own tutor (from up to a dozen teachers). Online, of course! The largest selection of tested French tutors with full 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 run classes twice a week over a semester (15-week period). Language schools typically make available 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.