Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
🌆 How can I master Czech in Epsom and what are the possibilities in terms of commitment?
Besides self-study with recorded courses, you have several principal possibilities for learning Czech interactively in Epsom. 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 2nd spource can be local specialized language academies that are cheaper and flexible in schedule and requirements. Third, non-profit learning centers usually offer cheaper group and more expensive in-person courses. Last, you can opt for a private Czech tutor in Epsom. If flexibility is key, you can compare local Epsom 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 as 1/10th of the yearly tuition (one course is usually 3 out of 30 credit hours offered) to get the price of 45-48 instruction hours each semester. Language academies and individual Czech tutors charge $30-55 per hourly group lesson, with individual classes starting around $50 or more. Some of the more affordable Czech tutors can be found online, with prices on Preply averaging 27 and tutor rates varying widely based on tutor country of residence, experience and languages the tutor can teach in. Average reviews for Czech lessons on Preply is 4.94 out of 5 stars.
📚 How much Czech do I need to know to sign up for a course?
When considering college and learning center classes be prepared to show a language test profeciency score or take an entrance test to determine your level. Planned classes vary widely in terms of textbook quality, homework commitment and graded tasks, so research the details in advance. With personal Czech tutors you can read reviews and get a good idea for whom the tutor is effective with and which other expertise they make available (like classes for students of A, B, or C leves, etc.) For more flexibility, choose a tutor from those teaching online.
🔥 Why is Czech so challenging and are there ways to learn it faster?
Formal 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 a few hours a week you will be able to understand most expressions, 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 affordable 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 speakers.
🤷 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 necessitate at least 600 hours of active use. The amount of time can differ a lot depending on your already acquired level of Czech or knowledge of other languages in the same group. As soon as you've learned the basics it is advised to use the language as often as possible: watch television, try typing using your new language skills, try to communicate with native speakers to speak with, try more ways to think and speak in Czech out loud. If you're struggling when starting a discusssion you can also take conversational Czech classes online.
🤳 What are my options when choosing the Czech instructor?
In learning centers, you can possibly choose your own tutor (from up to a dozen teachers). Online, of course! The largest selection of approved Czech tutors with full profiles and true reviews is available on online language learning 'supermarkets' like Preply.
🗓 What's the best time to schedule classes?
Colleges schedule classes two times weekly over a semester (75-day period). Language schools as a rule give 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.