Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
🌆 How do I skill up on Russian in Lethbridge and is possible to go light in terms of commitment?
Besides self-study using mobile applications, you have 4 primary opportunities for learning Russian interactively in Lethbridge. 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 a little more affordable.) Your second resource can be local specialized language academies that cost 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 find a private Russian tutor in Lethbridge. If flexibility is key, you can compare local Lethbridge and online Russian tutors.
🎟 How expensive is it 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 rate for about 50 class hours each semester. Language centers and individual Russian tutors charge $30-55 per hourly group lesson, with private classes starting from $50 or more. Some of the more affordable Russian tutors can be found online, with rates on Preply averaging 19 and tutor rates varying widely based on tutor country of residence, experience and specialization. Real student rating average for Russian lessons on Preply is 4.95 out of 5 stars.
📚 How much Russian 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. Planned classes vary widely in terms of textbook quality, homework volume and tests, so research all such requirements in advance. With personal Russian tutors you can find reviews for whom the tutor is effective with and which other extras they make available (like intermediate level practice, advanced students etc.) For maximum flexibility, choose a tutor from those teaching online.
🔥 Why is Russian not easy and are there ways to learn it faster?
Standardized language instruction practiced in schools is not the most effective way to learn Russian. In reality, you can gain basic Russian fluency in 300 hours from zero knowledge. Studying and getting feedback a few hours a week you will be able to understand most expressions, have simple conversations, shop and place orders in about a year. Finding native speakers is not a practical option for everyone, so online classes are a fast and easy way of acquiring the basic knowledge of Russian. After attaining basic skills, online marketplaces like Preply have Russian tutors who specialize in intensive classes for intermediate and advanced students.
🤷 How long does it take to achieve a good level of 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 demand at least 600 hours of study. The amount of time can differ by a lot depending on your current level of Russian or proficiency in other languages in the same group. After alphabet and basic reading it is advised to use the language as often as possible: watch videos, start a journal or write posts and comments using your new language skills, find native speakers to speak with, try as many as possible ways to think and speak in Russian out loud. If this is not easy you can also take conversational Russian classes online.
🤳 What are my options when choosing the Russian coach?
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 pre-screened Russian tutors with full profiles and customer reviews is available on online language learning marketplaces like Preply.
🗓 Will I be able to fit lessons in my busy schedule?
Colleges usually structure classes twice a week over a semester (15-week period). Language schools as a rule offer 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.