Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
🌆 How do I skill up on Czech in Boston, MA and what are my options in terms of commitment?
Besides self-study with apps, you have several key opportunities for learning Czech interactively in Boston, MA. 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 a little more affordable.) Your other resource can be local private language academies that are cheaper and flexible in schedule and requirements. Third, non-profit learning centers usually offer cheaper group and more expensive in-person courses. Last, you can look for a private Czech tutor in Boston, MA. If flexibility is key, you can compare local Boston, MA and online Czech tutors.
🎟 Is it affordable to learn Czech and how much should Czech tutors ask?
For university and college courses you can estimate Czech course cost by dividing annual tuition by 10 (one course is usually 3 out of 30 credit hours offered) to get the price of 45-48 class hours each semester. Language centers and private Czech tutors charge $30-55 for hourly group lesson, with private classes starting from $50 or more. Some of the better priced Czech tutors can be found online, with costs on Preply averaging 27 and tutor rates varying widely based on tutor hometown, positive reviews and languages the tutor can teach in. Customer review average for Czech lessons on Preply is 4.94 out of 5 stars.
📚 How much Czech do I need to know to sign up for a course?
When considering college and learning center classes be prepared prove your profeciency level. 'Canned' classes vary widely in terms of textbook quality, homework commitment and tests, so research each program 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 extras they make available (like classes for students of A, B, or C leves, etc.) For maximum flexibility, choose a tutor from many teaching online.
🔥 Why is Czech not easy and are there ways to learn it more effectively?
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 several hours a week you will be able to understand everyday phrases, speak on some level, socialize in about a year. Offline interaction is not a practical option for everyone, so online classes are a quick and enjoyable way of acquiring the basic knowledge of Czech. After gaining 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 learn 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 take at least 600 hours of dedication. The required duration of time can differ a lot depending on your available level of Czech or knowledge of other languages in the same group. After alphabet and basic reading it is best 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 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.
🤳 What are my options when choosing the Czech tutor?
In learning centers, you can possibly choose your own tutor (from select few). Online, of course! The largest selection of tested Czech tutors with detailed profiles and real student reviews is available on online language learning 'supermarkets' like Preply.
🗓 Will I be able to fit lessons in my busy schedule?
Colleges usually 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.