Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
🌆 How to learn English in Colorado Springs, CO and what does it take in terms of commitment?
Besides self-study with mobile applications, you have 4 primary options for learning English interactively in Colorado Springs, CO. 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 cheaper.) Your 2nd resource can be local specialized language academies that charge less and flexible in schedule and requirements. Third, international learning centers usually offer cheaper group and more expensive in-person courses. 4th and last, you can look for a private English tutor in Colorado Springs, CO. If flexibility is key, you can compare local Colorado Springs, CO and online English tutors.
🎟 How expensive is it to learn English and what are the ballpark lesson costs for English tutors?
For university and college courses you can estimate English course cost as one-tenth of the yearly tuition (one course is usually 3 out of 30 credit hours offered) to get the rate for fifty or so course hours each semester. Language schools and individual English tutors charge $30-55 for hourly group lesson, with private classes starting around $50 or more. Some of the more affordable English tutors can be found online, with rates on Preply averaging 13 and tutor rates varying widely based on tutor location, experience and specialization. Customer review average for English lessons on Preply is 4.92 out of 5 stars.
📚 What level of English do I need to sign up for a course?
When considering college and learning center classes be prepared demonstrate proof of your current level. Predetermined curriculum classes vary widely in terms of textbook quality, homework load and exams, so research all such requirements in advance. With personal English tutors you can find reviews for whom the tutor is effective with and which other specializations they make available (like classes for adults, etc.) For best flexibility, choose a tutor from a wide selection of those teaching online.
🔥 Why is English not easy and are there ways to learn it the easy way?
Standardized language instruction practiced in schools is not the most effective way to learn English. In reality, you can gain basic English fluency in 300 hours from zero knowledge. Studying and getting feedback 5 hours a week you will be able to understand everyday expressions, have simple conversations, do most everyday tasks in about a year. Relocating is not a practical option for everyone, so online classes are a ready and easy way of acquiring the basic knowledge of English. After acquiring basic skills, online marketplaces like Preply have English tutors who specialize in intensive classes for intermediate and advanced speakers.
🤷 How long does it take to get better at speaking English?
Some people brag about their natural ability and learn languages quickly, but for most to go beyond the basics and gain working fluency in English will require at least 600 hours of active use. The actual range of time can differ quite a bit depending on your available level of English or familiarity with other languages in the same group. As soon as you've learned the basics it is a good idea to use the language as often as possible: watch TV, write by hand and online using your new language skills, find native speakers to speak with, try as many as possible ways to think and speak in English out loud. If it's more difficult than you had imagined you can also take conversational English classes online.
🤳 Can I pick my own English teacher?
In colleges and universities, there's a likelyhood you could choose your own tutor (from up to a dozen teachers). Online, always! The largest selection of pre-screened English tutors with extensive profiles and true reviews is available on online language learning marketplaces like Preply.
🗓 Will I be able to fit lessons in my busy schedule?
Colleges as a rule schedule classes twice a week over a semester (75-day period). Language schools 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.