Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
🌆 How do I skill up on Polish in Montreal and what does it take in terms of commitment?
Besides self-study using special programs, you have several principal choices for learning Polish interactively in Montreal. First, universities and community colleges are an especially good idea for in-state residents. Also, check centers for continuing education and professional studies (they are cheaper.) Your other spource can be local commercial 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. Fourth, you can opt for a private Polish tutor in Montreal. If flexibility is key, you can compare local Montreal and online Polish tutors.
🎟 How expensive is it to learn Polish and what do Polish tutors charge?
For university and college courses you can estimate Polish course cost by dividing annual tuition by 10 (one course is usually 3 out of 30 credit hours offered) to get the cost of fifty or so instruction hours each semester. Language academies and independent Polish tutors charge $30-55 per hourly group lesson, with private classes starting from $50 or more. Some of the most budget-friendly Polish tutors can be found online, with costs on Preply averaging 22 and tutor rates varying widely based on tutor country of residence, positive reviews and popularity. Average reviews for Polish lessons on Preply is 4.95 out of 5 stars.
📚 What are the requirements for Polish language skill level to sign up for a course?
When considering college and learning center classes be prepared demonstrate proof of your current level. 'Canned' classes vary widely in terms of textbook quality, homework commitment and tests, so research all such requirements in advance. With personal Polish tutors you can read reviews and get a good idea for whom the tutor is effective with and which other extras they make available (like instruction for beginners, etc.) For maximum flexibility, choose a tutor from those who are teaching online.
🔥 Why is Polish so hard and are there ways to learn it more effectively?
Formal language instruction practiced in schools is not the most effective way to learn Polish. Realistically, you can gain basic Polish fluency in 300 hours from zero knowledge. Studying and getting feedback five hours a week you will be able to understand everyday expressions, have simple conversations, shop and place orders in about a year. Physical language immersion is not a practical option for everyone, so online classes are a quick and fun way of acquiring the basic knowledge of Polish. After attaining basic skills, online marketplaces like Preply have Polish tutors who specialize in intensive classes for intermediate and advanced students.
🤷 How long does it take to achieve a good level of Polish?
Some people brag about their natural ability and learn languages quickly, but for most to go beyond the basics and gain working fluency in Polish will demand at least 600 hours of practice. The length of time can differ by a lot depending on your current level of Polish 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 news and movies, write by hand and online using your new language skills, try to communicate with native speakers to speak with, try more ways to think and speak in Polish out loud. If this is a greater challenge than you had anticipated you can also take conversational Polish classes online.
🤳 Can I pick my own Polish tutor?
In language learning academies, there's a chance you can choose your own tutor (from the ones who already work there). Online, of course! The largest selection of tested Polish tutors with full profiles and real student reviews is available on online language learning platforms like Preply.
🗓 What time of day and on which days are classes available?
Colleges as a rule schedule classes two times weekly over a semester (15-week period). Language schools typically 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.