Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
🌆 How can I master Czech in Gilbert, AZ and what are the possibilities in terms of commitment?
Besides self-study with apps, you have several principal choices for learning Czech interactively in Gilbert, AZ. 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 other resource can be local private language academies that charge less and flexible in schedule and requirements. Third, international learning centers usually offer cheaper group and more expensive in-person courses. 4th and last, you can opt for a private Czech tutor in Gilbert, AZ. If flexibility is key, you can compare local Gilbert, AZ and online Czech tutors.
🎟 Is it expensive to learn Czech and what are the ballpark lesson costs for Czech tutors?
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 rate for 1/2 of a hundred lesson hours each semester. Language centers and private Czech tutors charge $30-55 an hourly group lesson, with private classes starting from $50 or more. Some of the more affordable Czech tutors can be found online, with costs on Preply averaging 27 and tutor rates varying widely based on tutor location, positive reviews 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. All classes vary widely in terms of textbook quality, homework load and exams, so research the details in advance. With personal Czech tutors you can find reviews for whom the tutor is effective with and which other specializations they make available (like intermediate level practice, advanced students etc.) For better flexibility, choose a tutor from a wide selection of those teaching online.
🔥 Why is Czech so challenging and are there ways to learn it more effectively?
Formal 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 words, be understood when you talk, socialize in about a year. Offline interaction is not a practical option for everyone, so online classes are a quick and fun way of acquiring the basic knowledge of Czech. After gaining basic skills, online marketplaces like Preply have Czech tutors who specialize in intensive classes for intermediate and advanced level practitioners.
🤷 How long does it take to learn Czech?
Some people have a natural ability and learn languages quickly, but for most to go beyond the basics and gain working fluency in Czech will take at least 600 hours of study. The amount of time can differ quite a bit depending on your current level of Czech or proficiency in other languages in the same group. After alphabet and basic reading it is recommended to use the language as often as possible: watch television, start a journal or write posts and comments using your new language skills, find native speakers to speak with, try other 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 tutor?
In learning centers, you can possibly choose your own tutor (from the ones who already work there). Online, certainly! The largest selection of verified Czech tutors with extensive profiles and comprehensive reviews is available on online language learning platforms like Preply.
🗓 What's the lesson schedule like?
Colleges usually offer 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, the number of lessons is really up to you, with early morning, day, evening and night classes available, on weekdays and/or weekends.