Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
🌆 How can I master Russian in Denpasar and what does it take in terms of commitment?
Besides self-study with recorded courses, you have four key opportunities for learning Russian interactively in Denpasar. 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 second possibility can be local private language academies that are better priced and flexible in schedule and requirements. Third, government-supported learning centers usually offer cheaper group and more expensive in-person courses. Last, you can choose a private Russian tutor in Denpasar. If flexibility is key, you can compare local Denpasar and online Russian tutors.
🎟 Is it cheap to learn Russian and how much should Russian tutors ask?
For university and college courses you can estimate Russian course cost by dividing annual tuition by ten (one course is usually 3 out of 30 credit hours offered) to get the rate for 1/2 of a hundred class hours each semester. Language academies and independent Russian tutors charge $30-55 for hourly group lesson, with individual classes starting around $50 or more. Some of the more affordable Russian tutors can be found online, with prices on Preply averaging 19 and tutor rates varying widely based on tutor geography, availability and student demand. Real student rating average for Russian lessons on Preply is 4.96 out of 5 stars.
📚 What level of Russian do I need 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 level and exams, so research each program 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 best flexibility, choose a tutor from those who are teaching online.
🔥 Why is Russian so hard 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 five hours a week you will be able to understand everyday expressions, have simple conversations, get proficient in daily routines in about a year. Finding native speakers is not a practical option for everyone, so online classes are a rapid and easy way of acquiring the basic knowledge of Russian. After mastering 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 master 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 practice. The required duration of time can differ a lot depending on your available level of Russian or proficiency in 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 television, start a journal or write posts and comments using your new language skills, look for native speakers to speak with, try additional ways to think and speak in Russian out loud. If this is not easy you can also take conversational Russian classes online.
🤳 What are my options when choosing the Russian teacher?
In language learning academies, you can possibly choose your own tutor (from a limited pool). Online, always! The largest selection of tested Russian tutors with extensive profiles and true reviews is available on online language learning platforms like Preply.
🗓 What's the lesson schedule like?
Colleges as a rule offer classes twice a week over a semester (75-day period). Language schools usually 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.