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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
🌆 How can I master Thai in Nottingham and what does it take in terms of commitment?
Besides self-study with recorded courses, you have four primary opportunities for learning Thai interactively in Nottingham. 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 less pricey.) Your other resource can be local for-profit language academies that are better priced and flexible in schedule and requirements. Third, non-profit learning centers usually offer cheaper group and more expensive in-person courses. Fourth, you can find a private Thai tutor in Nottingham. If flexibility is key, you can compare local Nottingham and online Thai tutors.
🎟 How expensive is it to learn Thai and how much should Thai tutors ask?
For university and college courses you can estimate Thai course cost as 1/10th of the yearly tuition (one course is usually 3 out of 30 credit hours offered) to get the rate for fifty or so lesson hours each semester. Language academies and independent Thai tutors charge $30-55 an hourly group lesson, with private classes starting around $50 or more. Some of the better priced Thai tutors can be found online, with tuition on Preply averaging 19 and tutor rates varying widely based on tutor country of residence, availability and popularity. Customer review average for Thai lessons on Preply is 4.98 out of 5 stars.
📚 What level of Thai do I need 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. Planned classes vary widely in terms of textbook quality, homework volume and graded tasks, so research the details in advance. With personal Thai tutors you can find reviews for whom the tutor is effective with and which other add-ons they make available (like intermediate level practice, advanced students etc.) For best flexibility, choose a tutor from those who are teaching online.
🔥 Why is Thai so difficult and are there ways to learn it in a better way?
One-size-fits-all language instruction practiced in schools is not the most effective way to learn Thai. As proven by others before, you can gain basic Thai 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, shop and place orders in about a year. Relocating is not a practical option for everyone, so online classes are a ready and affordable way of acquiring the basic knowledge of Thai. After attaining basic skills, online marketplaces like Preply have Thai tutors who specialize in intensive classes for intermediate and advanced learners.
🤷 How long does it take to master Thai?
Some people brag about their natural ability and learn languages quickly, but for most to go beyond the basics and gain working fluency in Thai will necessitate at least 600 hours of dedication. The actual range of time can differ a lot depending on your existing level of Thai or familiarity with other languages in the same group. After alphabet and basic reading it is best to use the language as often as possible: watch TV, start a journal or write posts and comments using your new language skills, find native speakers to speak with, try additional ways to think and speak in Thai out loud. If this is not easy you can also take conversational Thai classes online.
🤳 What are my options when choosing the Thai coach?
In language learning academies, it's possible that you can choose your own tutor (from up to a dozen teachers). Online, absolutely! The largest selection of approved Thai tutors with full profiles and real student reviews is available on online language learning resources like Preply.
🗓 What's the lesson schedule like?
Colleges as a rule structure classes twice a week over a semester (75-day period). Language schools usually have 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.