Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
🌆 How to learn Czech in Edison, NJ and what are my options in terms of commitment?
Besides self-study with apps, you have four main choices for learning Czech interactively in Edison, NJ. 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 2nd possibility can be local private language academies that charge less and flexible in schedule and requirements. Third, not-for-profit learning centers usually offer cheaper group and more expensive in-person courses. Last, you can find a private Czech tutor in Edison, NJ. If flexibility is key, you can compare local Edison, NJ 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 as one-tenth of the yearly tuition (one course is usually 3 out of 30 credit hours offered) to get the price of about 50 class hours each semester. Language academies and independent Czech tutors charge $30-55 for hourly group lesson, with individual classes starting from $50 or more. Some of the less pricey Czech tutors can be found online, with prices on Preply averaging 27 and tutor rates varying widely based on tutor hometown, positive reviews and student demand. Customer review average for Czech lessons on Preply is 4.93 out of 5 stars.
📚 What level of Czech do I need to sign up for a course?
When considering college and learning center classes be prepared prove your profeciency level. Predetermined curriculum classes vary widely in terms of textbook quality, homework commitment and testing, so research those in advance. With personal Czech tutors you can find out in advance for whom the tutor is effective with and which other expertise they make available (like classes for adults, etc.) For better flexibility, choose a tutor from those teaching online.
🔥 Why is Czech so challenging and are there ways to learn it in a better way?
One-size-fits-all language instruction practiced in schools is not the most effective way to learn Czech. In reality, you can gain basic Czech fluency in 300 hours from zero knowledge. Studying and getting feedback a few hours a week you will be able to understand many sentences, be understood when you talk, shop and place orders in about a year. Offline interaction is not a practical option for everyone, so online classes are a ready and easy 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 learn Czech?
Some people seem to have a natural ability and learn languages quickly, but for most to go beyond the basics and gain working fluency in Czech will require at least 600 hours of study. The required duration of time can differ by a lot depending on your already acquired level of Czech 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, try typing using your new language skills, seek native speakers to speak with, try as many as possible ways to think and speak in Czech out loud. If this is not easy you can also take conversational Czech classes online.
🤳 What are my options when choosing the Czech coach?
In colleges and universities, it's possible that you can choose your own tutor (from up to a dozen teachers). Online, absolutely! The largest selection of approved Czech tutors with detailed profiles and comprehensive reviews is available on online language learning 'supermarkets' like Preply.
🗓 Will I be able to fit lessons in my busy schedule?
Colleges usually run classes twice a week over a semester (15-week period). Language schools typically offer 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.