Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
🌆 How to learn Russian in Glendale, CA and what does it take in terms of commitment?
Besides self-study using apps, you have 4 main possibilities for learning Russian interactively in Glendale, CA. First, universities and community colleges are an especially good idea for in-state residents. Also, research centers for continuing education and professional studies (they are a little more affordable.) Your second possibility can be local for-profit 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 choose a private Russian tutor in Glendale, CA. If flexibility is key, you can compare local Glendale, CA and online Russian tutors.
🎟 Is it affordable 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 cost of about 50 course hours each semester. Language academies and independent Russian tutors charge $30-55 for hourly group lesson, with private classes starting around $50 or more. Some of the less pricey Russian tutors can be found online, with prices on Preply averaging 19 and tutor rates varying widely based on tutor hometown, availability and specialization. Real student rating average for Russian lessons on Preply is 4.94 out of 5 stars.
📚 What are the requirements for Russian language skill level 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 load and tests, so research all such requirements in advance. With personal Russian tutors you can find out in advance for whom the tutor is effective with and which other add-ons they make available (like classes for adults, etc.) For best flexibility, choose a tutor from many teaching online.
🔥 Why is Russian not easy 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 Russian. Realistically, 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, express yourself, socialize in about a year. Finding native speakers is not a practical option for everyone, so online classes are a quick 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 speakers.
🤷 How long does it take to learn Russian?
Some people just have a natural ability and learn languages quickly, but for most to go beyond the basics and gain working fluency in Russian will take at least 600 hours of study. The length of time can differ a lot depending on your available level of Russian or knowledge of 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 news and movies, write by hand and online 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.
🤳 What are my options when choosing the Russian teacher?
In colleges and universities, you can possibly choose your own tutor (from select few). Online, absolutely! The largest selection of approved Russian tutors with video profiles and customer reviews is available on online language learning resources like Preply.
🗓 What's the best time to schedule classes?
Colleges typically structure classes two times weekly over a semester (15-week period). Language schools usually make available shorter, 8-week, 12-week, and 16-week course sessions. Online, you can choose your own lesson frequency and time, on weekdays and/or weekends.