Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
🌆 How do I improve my Russian in Fairfax, VA and what are my options in terms of commitment?
Besides self-study with recorded courses, you have 4 key opportunities for learning Russian interactively in Fairfax, VA. 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 better priced.) Your second resource can be local commercial language academies that are better priced and flexible in schedule and requirements. Third, non-profit learning centers usually offer cheaper group and more expensive in-person courses. Last, you can choose a private Russian tutor in Fairfax, VA. If flexibility is key, you can compare local Fairfax, VA and online Russian tutors.
🎟 How expensive is it 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 overall charge for 45-48 instruction hours each semester. Language schools and independent Russian tutors charge $30-55 an hourly group lesson, with private classes starting from $50 or more. Some of the better priced Russian tutors can be found online, with rates on Preply averaging 19 and tutor rates varying widely based on tutor location, ratings and specialization. Customer review average 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 pass a few pre-requisites. Predetermined curriculum classes vary widely in terms of textbook quality, homework load and tests, so research the details in advance. With personal Russian tutors you can find reviews for whom the tutor is effective with and which other add-ons they make available (like intermediate level practice, advanced students etc.) For maximum flexibility, choose a tutor from those teaching online.
🔥 Why is Russian so hard and are there ways to learn it more effectively?
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 a few hours a week you will be able to understand everyday sentences, express yourself, do most everyday tasks in about a year. Finding native speakers is not a practical option for everyone, so online classes are a fast and fun 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 level practitioners.
🤷 How long does it take to get better at speaking Russian?
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 Russian will necessitate at least 600 hours of practice. The actual range of time can differ significantly depending on your current level of Russian or familiarity with other languages in the same group. As soon as you've learned the basics it is a good idea 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 additional 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.
🤳 How many possibilities do I choose among when I select the right Russian coach?
In learning centers, it's possible that you can choose your own tutor (from the ones who already work there). Online, certainly! The largest selection of tested Russian tutors with video profiles and true reviews is available on online language learning platforms like Preply.
🗓 What's the lesson schedule like?
Colleges as a rule run classes twice a week over a semester (75-day period). Language schools typically 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.