Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
🌆 How to learn Czech in Chula Vista, CA and what does it take in terms of commitment?
Besides self-study with mobile applications, you have four key choices for learning Czech interactively in Chula Vista, 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 a little more affordable.) Your second possibility can be local private 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. 4th and last, you can choose a private Czech tutor in Chula Vista, CA. If flexibility is key, you can compare local Chula Vista, 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 10 (one course is usually 3 out of 30 credit hours offered) to get the overall charge for about 50 instruction hours each semester. Language academies and private Czech tutors charge $30-55 for hourly group lesson, with individual classes starting from $50 or more. Some of the better priced Czech tutors can be found online, with tuition on Preply averaging 27 and tutor rates varying widely based on tutor geography, experience and popularity. Customer review 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. Planned classes vary widely in terms of textbook quality, homework load and testing, so research those 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 adults, etc.) For maximum flexibility, choose a tutor from those who are teaching online.
🔥 Why is Czech so difficult and are there ways to learn it faster?
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 several hours a week you will be able to understand everyday sentences, speak on some level, socialize in about a year. Relocating is not a practical option for everyone, so online classes are a rapid and enjoyable 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 students.
🤷 How long does it take to achieve a good level of 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 take at least 600 hours of practice. The amount of time can differ by a lot depending on your existing 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, write using your new language skills, look for native speakers to speak with, try as many as possible 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 tutor?
In learning centers, it's possible that you can 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 marketplaces like Preply.
🗓 Will I be able to fit lessons in my busy schedule?
Colleges usually schedule classes twice a week over a semester (75-day period). Language schools as a rule make available 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.