Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
🌆 How do I improve my Dutch in Oshawa and is possible to go light in terms of commitment?
Besides self-study with apps, you have 4 primary opportunities for learning Dutch interactively in Oshawa. 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 possibility can be local commercial language academies that cost less 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 Dutch tutor in Oshawa. If flexibility is key, you can compare local Oshawa and online Dutch tutors.
🎟 Is it expensive to learn Dutch and what does a lesson with a tutor of Dutch cost?
For university and college courses you can estimate Dutch course cost by dividing annual tuition by 10 (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 centers and private Dutch tutors charge $30-55 an hourly group lesson, with private classes starting around $50 or more. Some of the better priced Dutch tutors can be found online, with costs on Preply averaging 37 and tutor rates varying widely based on tutor hometown, availability and specialization. Customer review average for Dutch lessons on Preply is 4.95 out of 5 stars.
📚 What are the requirements for Dutch 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. 'Canned' classes vary widely in terms of textbook quality, homework load and tests, so research each program in advance. With personal Dutch 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 better flexibility, choose a tutor from many teaching online.
🔥 Why is Dutch so hard and are there ways to learn it more effectively?
Standardized language instruction practiced in schools is not the most effective way to learn Dutch. As proven by others before, you can gain basic Dutch fluency in 300 hours from zero knowledge. Studying and getting feedback a few hours a week you will be able to understand most sentences, be understood when you talk, get proficient in daily routines in about a year. Relocating is not a practical option for everyone, so online classes are a quick and easy way of acquiring the basic knowledge of Dutch. After mastering basic skills, online marketplaces like Preply have Dutch tutors who specialize in intensive classes for intermediate and advanced level practitioners.
🤷 How long does it take to learn Dutch?
Some people just have a natural ability and learn languages quickly, but for most to go beyond the basics and gain working fluency in Dutch will require at least 600 hours of dedication. The amount of time can differ quite a bit depending on your current level of Dutch or knowledge of other languages in the same group. After alphabet and basic reading it is a good idea to use the language as often as possible: watch videos, write by hand and online using your new language skills, try to communicate with native speakers to speak with, try as many as possible ways to think and speak in Dutch out loud. If this is not easy you can also take conversational Dutch classes online.
🤳 Can I pick my own Dutch tutor?
In colleges and universities, you can possibly choose your own tutor (from a limited pool). Online, certainly! The largest selection of tested Dutch tutors with detailed profiles and comprehensive reviews is available on online language learning 'supermarkets' like Preply.
🗓 What time of day and on which days are classes available?
Colleges typically structure classes twice a week over a semester (15-week period). Language schools have 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.