Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
🌆 How do I improve my Czech in Abbotsford and what are the possibilities in terms of commitment?
Besides self-study with recorded courses, you have several key opportunities for learning Czech interactively in Abbotsford. 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 cheaper.) Your 2nd spource can be local for-profit language academies that are better priced 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 Czech tutor in Abbotsford. If flexibility is key, you can compare local Abbotsford and online Czech tutors.
🎟 How expensive is it to learn Czech and what do Czech tutors charge?
For university and college courses you can estimate Czech course cost as one-tenth of the yearly tuition (one course is usually 3 out of 30 credit hours offered) to get the price of 45-48 instruction hours each semester. Language academies and private Czech tutors charge $30-55 for hourly group lesson, with private classes starting around $50 or more. Some of the most budget-friendly Czech tutors can be found online, with costs on Preply averaging 27 and tutor rates varying widely based on tutor location, availability and popularity. Real student rating average for Czech lessons on Preply is 4.94 out of 5 stars.
📚 What level of Czech 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. Predetermined curriculum classes vary widely in terms of textbook quality, homework volume and graded tasks, so research each program in advance. With personal Czech tutors you can find out in advance for whom the tutor is effective with and which other expertise they make available (like intermediate level practice, advanced students etc.) For best flexibility, choose a tutor from many teaching online.
🔥 Why is Czech so hard and are there ways to learn it in a better way?
Standardized language instruction practiced in schools is not the most effective way to learn Czech. Realistically, you can gain basic Czech fluency in 300 hours from zero knowledge. Studying and getting feedback 5 hours a week you will be able to understand most words, be understood when you talk, get proficient in daily routines in about a year. Offline interaction is not a practical option for everyone, so online classes are a rapid and affordable way of acquiring the basic knowledge of Czech. After acquiring basic skills, online marketplaces like Preply have Czech tutors who specialize in intensive classes for intermediate and advanced students.
🤷 How long does it take to achieve a good level of Czech?
Some people just have a natural ability and learn languages quickly, but for most to go beyond the basics and gain working fluency in Czech will require at least 600 hours of active use. The length of time can differ by a lot depending on your available level of Czech or familiarity with other languages in the same group. After alphabet and basic reading it is recommended to use the language as often as possible: watch videos, write by hand and online using your new language skills, find native speakers to speak with, try more ways to think and speak in Czech out loud. If it's more difficult than you had imagined you can also take conversational Czech classes online.
🤳 Can I pick my own Czech coach?
In colleges and universities, there's a likelyhood you could choose your own tutor (from the ones who already work there). Online, certainly! The largest selection of tested Czech tutors with detailed profiles and true reviews is available on online language learning platforms 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 as a rule 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.