Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
How to learn English in Santa Cruz de Tenerife and what are the possibilities in terms of commitment?
Besides self-study using recorded courses, you have 4 main possibilities for learning English interactively in Santa Cruz de Tenerife. 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 2nd possibility can be local for-profit 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. Fourth, you can look for a private English tutor in Santa Cruz de Tenerife. If flexibility is key, you can compare local Santa Cruz de Tenerife and online English tutors.
How expensive is it to learn English and what does a lesson with a tutor of English cost?
For university and college courses you can estimate English course cost by dividing annual tuition by ten (one course is usually 3 out of 30 credit hours offered) to get the price of fifty or so course hours each semester. Language schools and independent English tutors charge $30-55 for hourly group lesson, with private classes starting around $50 or more. Some of the better priced English tutors can be found online, with prices on Preply averaging 15 and tutor rates varying widely based on tutor country of residence, availability and popularity. Customer review average for English lessons on Preply is 4.89 out of 5 stars.
What are the requirements for English language skill level to sign up for a course?
When considering college and learning center classes be prepared pass a few pre-requisites. 'Canned' classes vary widely in terms of textbook quality, homework load and graded tasks, so research the details in advance. With personal English tutors you can read real feedback for whom the tutor is effective with and which other add-ons they make available (like intermediate level practice, advanced students etc.) For more flexibility, choose a tutor from those teaching online.
Why is English so hard and are there ways to learn it faster?
Formal language instruction practiced in schools is not the most effective way to learn English. According to experts, you can gain basic English fluency in 300 hours from zero knowledge. Studying and getting feedback several hours a week you will be able to understand everyday expressions, have simple conversations, shop and place orders in about a year. Finding native speakers is not a practical option for everyone, so online classes are a rapid and affordable way of acquiring the basic knowledge of English. After gaining basic skills, online marketplaces like Preply have English tutors who specialize in intensive classes for intermediate and advanced level practitioners.
How long does it take to learn English?
Some people just have a natural ability and learn languages quickly, but for most to go beyond the basics and gain working fluency in English will take at least 600 hours of study. The required duration of time can differ significantly depending on your existing level of English or proficiency in other languages in the same group. After alphabet and basic reading it is recommended to use the language as often as possible: watch TV, try typing using your new language skills, seek native speakers to speak with, try other ways to think and speak in English out loud. If you're struggling when starting a discusssion you can also take conversational English classes online.
What are my options when choosing the English teacher?
In learning centers, there's a likelyhood you could choose your own tutor (from the ones who already work there). Online, always! The largest selection of pre-screened English tutors with full profiles and comprehensive reviews is available on online language learning 'supermarkets' like Preply.
What's the best time to schedule classes?
Colleges typically offer 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, you can choose your own lesson frequency and time, on weekdays and/or weekends.