Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
🌆 How can I master English in Montreal and what are the possibilities in terms of commitment?
Besides self-study using recorded courses, you have four main choices for learning English interactively in Montreal. 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 a little more affordable.) Your 2nd resource can be local for-profit language academies that are better priced 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 Montreal. If flexibility is key, you can compare local Montreal and online English tutors.
🎟 Is it cheap to learn English and how much should English tutors ask?
For university and college courses you can estimate English course cost as 1/10th of the yearly tuition (one course is usually 3 out of 30 credit hours offered) to get the cost of 1/2 of a hundred course hours each semester. Language academies and independent English tutors charge $30-55 for hourly group lesson, with private classes starting around $50 or more. Some of the less pricey English tutors can be found online, with costs on Preply averaging 14 and tutor rates varying widely based on tutor country of residence, availability and popularity. Customer review average for English lessons on Preply is 4.9 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 prove your profeciency level. Planned classes vary widely in terms of textbook quality, homework volume and exams, so research the details in advance. With personal English tutors you can find out in advance for whom the tutor is effective with and which other add-ons they make available (like classes for students of A, B, or C leves, etc.) For more flexibility, choose a tutor from a wide selection of those teaching online.
🔥 Why is English so challenging and are there ways to learn it in a better way?
Formal language instruction practiced in schools is not the most effective way to learn English. Realistically, you can gain basic English fluency in 300 hours from zero knowledge. Studying and getting feedback a few hours a week you will be able to understand everyday sentences, be understood when you talk, socialize in about a year. Offline interaction is not a practical option for everyone, so online classes are a fast and easy way of acquiring the basic knowledge of English. After attaining basic skills, online marketplaces like Preply have English tutors who specialize in intensive classes for intermediate and advanced learners.
🤷 How long does it take to achieve a good level of 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 require at least 600 hours of practice. The amount of time can differ significantly depending on your available level of English 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 news and movies, write using your new language skills, seek native speakers to speak with, try additional ways to think and speak in English out loud. If this is not easy you can also take conversational English classes online.
🤳 How many possibilities do I choose among when I select the right English tutor?
In language learning academies, it's possible that you can choose your own tutor (from up to a dozen teachers). Online, always! The largest selection of approved English tutors with extensive profiles and real student reviews is available on online language learning resources like Preply.
🗓 What's the best time to schedule classes?
Colleges usually structure classes twice a week over a semester (75-day period). Language schools typically give 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.