Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
🌆 How do I skill up on Russian in Laval and what does it take in terms of commitment?
Besides self-study with apps, you have several primary opportunities for learning Russian interactively in Laval. 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 cheaper.) Your other possibility can be local for-profit 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. Finally, you can choose a private Russian tutor in Laval. If flexibility is key, you can compare local Laval and online Russian tutors.
🎟 Is it cheap to learn Russian and how much should Russian tutors ask?
For university and college courses you can estimate Russian course cost as 1/10th of the yearly tuition (one course is usually 3 out of 30 credit hours offered) to get the cost of about 50 lesson hours each semester. Language academies and individual Russian tutors charge $30-55 an hourly group lesson, with individual classes starting from $50 or more. Some of the more affordable Russian tutors can be found online, with tuition on Preply averaging 19 and tutor rates varying widely based on tutor country of residence, ratings and popularity. Real student rating average 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 pass a few pre-requisites. Predetermined curriculum classes vary widely in terms of textbook quality, homework commitment and tests, so research each program in advance. With personal Russian tutors you can read reviews and get a good idea for whom the tutor is effective with and which other expertise they make available (like classes for adults, etc.) For maximum flexibility, choose a tutor from those teaching online.
🔥 Why is Russian not easy 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. Realistically, you can gain basic Russian fluency in 300 hours from zero knowledge. Studying and getting feedback several hours a week you will be able to understand common phrases, have simple conversations, shop and place orders in about a year. Relocating is not a practical option for everyone, so online classes are a quick 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 level practitioners.
🤷 How long does it take to master 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 practice. The required duration of time can differ significantly depending on your already acquired level of Russian or knowledge of other languages in the same group. After alphabet and basic reading it is advised to use the language as often as possible: watch TV, write 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 it's more difficult than you had imagined you can also take conversational Russian classes online.
🤳 Can I pick my own Russian teacher?
In language centers, it's possible that you can choose your own tutor (from up to a dozen teachers). Online, absolutely! The largest selection of verified 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 schedule classes two times weekly over a semester (15-week period). Language schools typically have 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.