Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
🌆 How do I improve my German in Canterbury and what are the possibilities in terms of commitment?
Besides self-study using apps, you have several key possibilities for learning German interactively in Canterbury. First, universities and community colleges are an especially good idea for in-state residents. Also, ask about the centers for continuing education and professional studies (they are less pricey.) Your other resource can be local for-profit language academies that are cheaper and flexible in schedule and requirements. Third, non-profit learning centers usually offer cheaper group and more expensive in-person courses. Finally, you can look for a private German tutor in Canterbury. If flexibility is key, you can compare local Canterbury and online German tutors.
🎟 Is it cheap to learn German and what are the ballpark lesson costs for German tutors?
For university and college courses you can estimate German course cost by dividing annual tuition by ten (one course is usually 3 out of 30 credit hours offered) to get the cost of 1/2 of a hundred lesson hours each semester. Language academies and individual German tutors charge $30-55 for hourly group lesson, with private classes starting around $50 or more. Some of the less pricey German tutors can be found online, with prices on Preply averaging 30 and tutor rates varying widely based on tutor country of residence, experience and student demand. Real student rating average for German lessons on Preply is 4.94 out of 5 stars.
📚 What are the requirements for German language skill level 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 German tutors you can read reviews and get a good idea for whom the tutor is effective with and which other expertise they make available (like teaching children or teens, etc.) For best flexibility, choose a tutor from those who are teaching online.
🔥 Why is German so hard and are there ways to learn it faster?
Formal language instruction practiced in schools is not the most effective way to learn German. In reality, you can gain basic German fluency in 300 hours from zero knowledge. Studying and getting feedback a few hours a week you will be able to understand many phrases, have simple conversations, get proficient in daily routines in about a year. Relocating is not a practical option for everyone, so online classes are a fast and affordable way of acquiring the basic knowledge of German. After acquiring 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 get better at speaking German?
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 German will require at least 600 hours of active use. The length of time can differ significantly depending on your current level of German or familiarity with other languages in the same group. As soon as you've learned the basics it is recommended to use the language as often as possible: watch television, write using your new language skills, find native speakers to speak with, try more ways to think and speak in German out loud. If you're struggling when starting a discusssion you can also take conversational German classes online.
🤳 Can I choose my own German teacher?
In language learning academies, there's a chance you can choose your own tutor (from up to a dozen teachers). Online, absolutely! The largest selection of verified German tutors with full profiles and true reviews is available on online language learning resources like Preply.
🗓 What time of day and on which days are classes available?
Colleges typically run classes two times weekly over a semester (15-week period). Language schools as a rule 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.