Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
🌆 How do I improve my Czech in Anaheim, CA and is possible to go light in terms of commitment?
Besides self-study with mobile applications, you have 4 principal choices for learning Czech interactively in Anaheim, CA. 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 second resource can be local private 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. Finally, you can opt for a private Czech tutor in Anaheim, CA. If flexibility is key, you can compare local Anaheim, CA and online Czech tutors.
🎟 Is it affordable to learn Czech and what does a lesson with a tutor of Czech cost?
For university and college courses you can estimate Czech course cost by dividing annual tuition by ten (one course is usually 3 out of 30 credit hours offered) to get the cost of 45-48 instruction hours each semester. Language schools and independent Czech tutors charge $30-55 for hourly group lesson, with private classes starting from $50 or more. Some of the less pricey Czech tutors can be found online, with rates on Preply averaging 27 and tutor rates varying widely based on tutor geography, experience and student demand. Average student satisfaction for Czech lessons on Preply is 4.93 out of 5 stars.
📚 What are the requirements for Czech language skill level 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 commitment and graded tasks, so research those in advance. With personal Czech tutors you can read reviews and get a good idea for whom the tutor is effective with and which other add-ons they make available (like instruction for beginners, etc.) For maximum flexibility, choose a tutor from many teaching online.
🔥 Why is Czech so difficult 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. As proven by others before, 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 common sentences, speak on some level, shop and place orders in about a year. Finding native speakers is not a practical option for everyone, so online classes are a quick and easy way of acquiring the basic knowledge of Czech. After attaining basic skills, online marketplaces like Preply have Czech tutors who specialize in intensive classes for intermediate and advanced level practitioners.
🤷 How long does it take to get better at speaking Czech?
Some people have a natural ability and learn languages quickly, but for most to go beyond the basics and gain working fluency in Czech will demand at least 600 hours of practice. The amount of time can differ quite a bit depending on your available level of Czech 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 TV, start a journal or write posts and comments using your new language skills, find native speakers to speak with, try as many as possible ways to think and speak in Czech out loud. If this is not easy you can also take conversational Czech classes online.
🤳 Can I choose my own Czech tutor?
In language centers, you can possibly choose your own tutor (from a limited pool). Online, of course! The largest selection of verified Czech tutors with full profiles and true reviews is available on online language learning marketplaces like Preply.
🗓 What's the best time to schedule classes?
Colleges typically offer classes two times weekly over a semester (15-week period). Language schools usually offer shorter, 8-week, 12-week, and 16-week course sessions. Online, allows the flexibility to schedule lessons around your commitments, on weekdays and/or weekends.