Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
🌆 How to learn Ukrainian in Ithaca, NY and what are the possibilities in terms of commitment?
Besides self-study using mobile applications, you have 4 primary options for learning Ukrainian interactively in Ithaca, NY. 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 cheaper.) Your other resource can be local commercial language academies that are cheaper and flexible in schedule and requirements. Third, not-for-profit learning centers usually offer cheaper group and more expensive in-person courses. 4th and last, you can opt for a private Ukrainian tutor in Ithaca, NY. If flexibility is key, you can compare local Ithaca, NY and online Ukrainian tutors.
🎟 Is it cheap to learn Ukrainian and what does a lesson with a tutor of Ukrainian cost?
For university and college courses you can estimate Ukrainian course cost by dividing annual tuition by ten (one course is usually 3 out of 30 credit hours offered) to get the cost of 45-48 class hours each semester. Language academies and private Ukrainian tutors charge $30-55 per hourly group lesson, with individual classes starting around $50 or more. Some of the most budget-friendly Ukrainian tutors can be found online, with rates on Preply averaging 18 and tutor rates varying widely based on tutor geography, positive reviews and specialization. Real student rating average for Ukrainian lessons on Preply is 4.9 out of 5 stars.
📚 What are the requirements for Ukrainian language skill level to sign up for a course?
When considering college and learning center classes be prepared pass a few pre-requisites. 'Canned' classes vary widely in terms of textbook quality, homework load and tests, so research those in advance. With personal Ukrainian tutors you can find reviews for whom the tutor is effective with and which other extras they make available (like classes for students of A, B, or C leves, etc.) For better flexibility, choose a tutor from a wide selection of those teaching online.
🔥 Why is Ukrainian 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 Ukrainian. Realistically, you can gain basic Ukrainian fluency in 300 hours from zero knowledge. Studying and getting feedback a few hours a week you will be able to understand many expressions, speak on some level, socialize in about a year. Finding native speakers is not a practical option for everyone, so online classes are a ready and easy way of acquiring the basic knowledge of Ukrainian. After gaining basic skills, online marketplaces like Preply have Ukrainian tutors who specialize in intensive classes for intermediate and advanced students.
🤷 How long does it take to learn Ukrainian?
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 Ukrainian will take at least 600 hours of study. The actual range of time can differ significantly depending on your existing level of Ukrainian or familiarity with other languages in the same group. As soon as you've learned the basics it is advised to use the language as often as possible: watch videos, try typing using your new language skills, seek native speakers to speak with, try as many as possible ways to think and speak in Ukrainian out loud. If this is not easy you can also take conversational Ukrainian classes online.
🤳 Can I choose my own Ukrainian tutor?
In colleges and universities, it's possible that you can choose your own tutor (from the ones who already work there). Online, certainly! The largest selection of tested Ukrainian 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 give 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.