Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
🌆 How do I skill up on Russian in Fort Lauderdale, FL and what are the possibilities in terms of commitment?
Besides self-study with special programs, you have several main choices for learning Russian interactively in Fort Lauderdale, FL. First, universities and community colleges are an especially good idea for in-state residents. Also, ask about the centers for continuing education and professional studies (they are better priced.) Your second resource can be local commercial 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. Fourth, you can find a private Russian tutor in Fort Lauderdale, FL. If flexibility is key, you can compare local Fort Lauderdale, FL and online Russian tutors.
🎟 Is it affordable to learn Russian and what are the ballpark lesson costs for Russian tutors?
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 cost of about 50 instruction hours each semester. Language academies and private Russian tutors charge $30-55 per hourly group lesson, with private classes starting around $50 or more. Some of the better priced Russian tutors can be found online, with tuition on Preply averaging 19 and tutor rates varying widely based on tutor hometown, availability and popularity. Average student satisfaction 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 demonstrate proof of your current level. Planned classes vary widely in terms of textbook quality, homework volume and graded tasks, so research all such requirements in advance. With personal Russian tutors you can find reviews for whom the tutor is effective with and which other expertise they make available (like teaching children or teens, etc.) For better flexibility, choose a tutor from those who are teaching online.
🔥 Why is Russian so hard and are there ways to learn it in a better way?
Formal language instruction practiced in schools is not the most effective way to learn Russian. According to experts, 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 many sentences, have simple conversations, shop and place orders in about a year. Physical language immersion is not a practical option for everyone, so online classes are a ready 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 students.
🤷 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 demand at least 600 hours of dedication. The amount of time can differ by a lot depending on your existing level of Russian or knowledge of 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, try typing using your new language skills, look for native speakers to speak with, try other ways to think and speak in Russian out loud. If it's more difficult than you had imagined you can also take conversational Russian classes online.
🤳 How many possibilities do I choose among when I select the right Russian instructor?
In language centers, there's a chance you can choose your own tutor (from the ones who already work there). Online, always! The largest selection of approved Russian tutors with full profiles and comprehensive reviews is available on online language learning 'supermarkets' like Preply.
🗓 What's the best time to schedule classes?
Colleges usually structure classes two times weekly over a semester (75-day period). Language schools usually make available 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.