Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
🌆 How to learn Russian in Coimbra and what are the possibilities in terms of commitment?
Besides self-study using special programs, you have a few principal choices for learning Russian interactively in Coimbra. First, universities and community colleges are an especially good idea for in-state residents. Also, read about 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. Finally, you can find a private Russian tutor in Coimbra. If flexibility is key, you can compare local Coimbra and online Russian tutors.
🎟 Is it expensive to learn Russian and what do Russian tutors charge?
For university and college courses you can estimate Russian course cost as one-tenth of the yearly tuition (one course is usually 3 out of 30 credit hours offered) to get the overall charge for fifty or so course hours each semester. Language schools and individual Russian tutors charge $30-55 per hourly group lesson, with private classes starting from $50 or more. Some of the better priced Russian tutors can be found online, with prices on Preply averaging 19 and tutor rates varying widely based on tutor geography, experience and languages the tutor can teach in. Average student satisfaction for Russian lessons on Preply is 4.95 out of 5 stars.
📚 How much Russian 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 testing, so research the details in advance. With personal Russian 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 teaching children or teens, etc.) For maximum flexibility, choose a tutor from a wide selection of those teaching online.
🔥 Why is Russian so challenging and are there ways to learn it faster?
Standardized language instruction practiced in schools is not the most effective way to learn Russian. As proven by others before, you can gain basic Russian fluency in 300 hours from zero knowledge. Studying and getting feedback 5 hours a week you will be able to understand most expressions, speak on some level, shop and place orders in about a year. Relocating is not a practical option for everyone, so online classes are a ready and enjoyable way of acquiring the basic knowledge of Russian. After gaining basic skills, online marketplaces like Preply have Russian tutors who specialize in intensive classes for intermediate and advanced learners.
🤷 How long does it take to learn Russian?
Some people have a natural ability and learn languages quickly, but for most to go beyond the basics and gain working fluency in Russian will require at least 600 hours of dedication. The length of time can differ significantly depending on your already acquired level of Russian or proficiency in other languages in the same group. After alphabet and basic reading it is advised to use the language as often as possible: watch TV, write using your new language skills, find native speakers to speak with, try more ways to think and speak in Russian out loud. If this is a greater challenge than you had anticipated you can also take conversational Russian classes online.
🤳 Can I choose my own Russian teacher?
In learning centers, you can possibly choose your own tutor (from select few). Online, always! The largest selection of approved Russian tutors with full profiles and comprehensive reviews is available on online language learning resources like Preply.
🗓 What's the lesson schedule like?
Colleges structure classes twice a week over a semester (15-week period). Language schools as a rule have shorter, 8-week, 12-week, and 16-week course sessions. Online, you can take as few as one lesson a year, as many as several a day - and as many (or as few) as you want during any time of day, on weekdays and/or weekends.