Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
How to learn French in Lewes and what does it take in terms of commitment?
Besides self-study with special programs, you have 4 main opportunities for learning French interactively in Lewes. First, universities and community colleges are an especially good idea for in-state residents. Also, read about centers for continuing education and professional studies (they are cheaper.) Your 2nd resource can be local for-profit language academies that cost less and flexible in schedule and requirements. Third, not-for-profit learning centers usually offer cheaper group and more expensive in-person courses. Fourth, you can find a private French tutor in Lewes. If flexibility is key, you can compare local Lewes and online French tutors.
Is it cheap 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 about 50 instruction hours each semester. Language centers and private French tutors charge $30-55 per hourly group lesson, with individual classes starting from $50 or more. Some of the most budget-friendly French tutors can be found online, with rates on Preply averaging 22 and tutor rates varying widely based on tutor hometown, positive reviews and popularity. Average reviews for French lessons on Preply is 4.91 out of 5 stars.
What level of French do I need to sign up for a course?
When considering college and learning center classes be prepared prove your profeciency level. Predetermined curriculum classes vary widely in terms of textbook quality, homework level and exams, so research each program in advance. With personal French tutors you can read reviews and get a good idea for whom the tutor is effective with and which other add-ons they make available (like classes for adults, etc.) For maximum flexibility, choose a tutor from those who are teaching online.
为什么是法国人不容易and are there ways to learn it the easy way?
One-size-fits-all language instruction practiced in schools is not the most effective way to learn French. As proven by others before, you can gain basic French fluency in 300 hours from zero knowledge. Studying and getting feedback five hours a week you will be able to understand everyday words, 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 quick and affordable 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 learn 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 practice. The actual range of time can differ by a lot depending on your available level of French 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 TV, try typing using your new language skills, try to communicate with native speakers to speak with, try other ways to think and speak in French out loud. If this is not easy you can also take conversational French classes online.
Can I choose my own French teacher?
In colleges and universities, it's possible that you can choose your own tutor (from up to a dozen teachers). Online, absolutely! The largest selection of verified French tutors with detailed profiles and comprehensive reviews is available on online language learning resources like Preply.
What time of day and on which days are classes available?
Colleges schedule classes twice a week over a semester (75-day period). Language schools typically have shorter, 8-week, 12-week, and 16-week course sessions. Online, you can take as few as one lesson a year, as many as several a day - and as many (or as few) as you want during any time of day, on weekdays and/or weekends.