Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
🌆 How do I skill up on Czech in Canberra and is possible to go light in terms of commitment?
Besides self-study with special programs, you have a few main possibilities for learning Czech interactively in Canberra. 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 better priced.) Your other spource can be local commercial language academies that charge less and flexible in schedule and requirements. Third, government-supported learning centers usually offer cheaper group and more expensive in-person courses. 4th and last, you can opt for a private Czech tutor in Canberra. If flexibility is key, you can compare local Canberra and online Czech tutors.
🎟 Is it affordable to learn Czech and what do Czech tutors charge?
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 individual Czech tutors charge $30-55 an hourly group lesson, with individual classes starting around $50 or more. Some of the most budget-friendly Czech tutors can be found online, with rates on Preply averaging 28 and tutor rates varying widely based on tutor geography, ratings and specialization. Real student rating average 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 prove your profeciency level. All classes vary widely in terms of textbook quality, homework volume and testing, so research each program in advance. With personal Czech tutors you can read real feedback for whom the tutor is effective with and which other specializations they make available (like classes for students of A, B, or C leves, etc.) For best flexibility, choose a tutor from those teaching online.
🔥 Why is Czech so hard and are there ways to learn it the easy way?
Standardized language instruction practiced in schools is not the most effective way to learn Czech. According to experts, 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 everyday expressions, have simple conversations, shop and place orders in about a year. Offline interaction is not a practical option for everyone, so online classes are a ready and fun 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 learners.
🤷 How long does it take to learn Czech?
Some people brag about their natural ability and learn languages quickly, but for most to go beyond the basics and gain working fluency in Czech will necessitate at least 600 hours of study. The actual range of time can differ quite a bit depending on your available level of Czech or knowledge of other languages in the same group. As soon as you've learned the basics it is best to use the language as often as possible: watch television, try typing using your new language skills, seek native speakers to speak with, try other ways to think and speak in Czech out loud. If this is a greater challenge than you had anticipated you can also take conversational Czech classes online.
🤳 Can I pick my own Czech instructor?
In colleges and universities, there's a chance you can choose your own tutor (from a limited pool). Online, always! The largest selection of approved Czech tutors with detailed profiles and customer reviews is available on online language learning marketplaces like Preply.
🗓 What's the lesson schedule like?
Colleges offer classes two times weekly over a semester (75-day period). Language schools typically offer shorter, 8-week, 12-week, and 16-week course sessions. Online, the number of lessons is really up to you, with early morning, day, evening and night classes available, on weekdays and/or weekends.