Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
🌆 How can I master Czech in Hobart and what are my options in terms of commitment?
Besides self-study using recorded courses, you have four principal options for learning Czech interactively in Hobart. First, universities and community colleges are an especially good idea for in-state residents. Also, read about centers for continuing education and professional studies (they are cheaper.) Your 2nd option can be local private language academies that cost less 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 Hobart. If flexibility is key, you can compare local Hobart and online Czech tutors.
🎟 Is it cheap to learn Czech and what are the ballpark lesson costs for Czech tutors?
For university and college courses you can estimate Czech course cost by dividing annual tuition by 10 (one course is usually 3 out of 30 credit hours offered) to get the rate for 1/2 of a hundred class hours each semester. Language schools and independent Czech tutors charge $30-55 per hourly group lesson, with private classes starting around $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 country of residence, ratings and languages the tutor can teach in. Average reviews for Czech lessons on Preply is 4.93 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 demonstrate proof of your current level. Predetermined curriculum classes vary widely in terms of textbook quality, homework load and testing, so research those in advance. With personal Czech tutors you can find out in advance for whom the tutor is effective with and which other specializations they make available (like classes for students of A, B, or C leves, etc.) For more flexibility, choose a tutor from a wide selection of those teaching online.
🔥 Why is Czech so hard and are there ways to learn it faster?
One-size-fits-all 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 several hours a week you will be able to understand everyday words, have simple conversations, get proficient in daily routines in about a year. Offline interaction is not a practical option for everyone, so online classes are a fast and enjoyable 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 students.
🤷 How long does it take to learn 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 required duration of time can differ quite a bit depending on your already acquired level of Czech or proficiency in other languages in the same group. As soon as you've learned the basics it is best to use the language as often as possible: watch television, write by hand and online using your new language skills, try to communicate with native speakers to speak with, try other ways to think and speak in Czech out loud. If this is a greater challenge than you had anticipated you can also take conversational Czech classes online.
🤳 Can I choose my own Czech tutor?
In language centers, it's possible that you can choose your own tutor (from the ones who already work there). Online, absolutely! The largest selection of pre-screened Czech tutors with detailed profiles and comprehensive reviews is available on online language learning 'supermarkets' like Preply.
🗓 What time of day and on which days are classes available?
Colleges typically run classes two times weekly over a semester (75-day period). Language schools as a rule have 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.