Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
🌆 How do I skill up on Russian in Long Beach, CA and what are my options in terms of commitment?
Besides self-study with apps, you have a few primary choices for learning Russian interactively in Long Beach, CA. 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 a little more affordable.) Your second spource can be local commercial 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 look for a private Russian tutor in Long Beach, CA. If flexibility is key, you can compare local Long Beach, CA and online Russian tutors.
🎟 Is it expensive to learn Russian and what do Russian tutors charge?
For university and college courses you can estimate Russian course cost as one-tenth of the yearly tuition (one course is usually 3 out of 30 credit hours offered) to get the cost of fifty or so lesson 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 location, ratings and specialization. Customer review average for Russian lessons on Preply is 4.95 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 prove your profeciency level. Predetermined curriculum classes vary widely in terms of textbook quality, homework level and exams, so research all such requirements in advance. With personal Russian tutors you can read real feedback for whom the tutor is effective with and which other extras they make available (like classes for adults, etc.) For maximum flexibility, choose a tutor from those teaching online.
🔥 Why is Russian so difficult and are there ways to learn it more effectively?
Formal language instruction practiced in schools is not the most effective way to learn Russian. According to experts, 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 common sentences, be understood when you talk, get proficient in daily routines in about a year. Finding native speakers is not a practical option for everyone, so online classes are a quick and easy 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 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 dedication. The actual range of time can differ quite a bit depending on your current level of Russian or proficiency in other languages in the same group. As soon as you've learned the basics it is recommended to use the language as often as possible: watch television, start a journal or write posts and comments using your new language skills, find native speakers to speak with, try more 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 choose my own Russian coach?
In learning centers, there's a likelyhood you could choose your own tutor (from up to a dozen teachers). Online, absolutely! The largest selection of verified Russian tutors with extensive profiles and customer reviews is available on online language learning 'supermarkets' like Preply.
🗓 What's the best time to schedule classes?
Colleges as a rule offer classes twice a week over a semester (75-day period). Language schools give 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.