Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
🌆 How do I skill up on Ukrainian in Montreal and what are the possibilities in terms of commitment?
Besides self-study with mobile applications, you have several main possibilities for learning Ukrainian interactively in Montreal. 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 less pricey.) Your second spource 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. Finally, you can opt for a private Ukrainian tutor in Montreal. If flexibility is key, you can compare local Montreal and online Ukrainian tutors.
🎟 Is it cheap to learn Ukrainian and how much should Ukrainian tutors ask?
For university and college courses you can estimate Ukrainian course cost by dividing annual tuition by 10 (one course is usually 3 out of 30 credit hours offered) to get the overall charge for about 50 lesson hours each semester. Language schools and private Ukrainian tutors charge $30-55 for hourly group lesson, with individual classes starting around $50 or more. Some of the less pricey Ukrainian tutors can be found online, with costs on Preply averaging 18 and tutor rates varying widely based on tutor location, ratings and student demand. Average reviews for Ukrainian lessons on Preply is 4.9 out of 5 stars.
📚 What level of Ukrainian do I need to sign up for a course?
When considering college and learning center classes be prepared to show a language test profeciency score or take an entrance test to determine your level. Planned classes vary widely in terms of textbook quality, homework volume and graded tasks, so research each program in advance. With personal Ukrainian tutors you can read reviews and get a good idea for whom the tutor is effective with and which other specializations they make available (like classes for adults, etc.) For more flexibility, choose a tutor from a wide selection of those teaching online.
🔥 Why is Ukrainian not easy and are there ways to learn it the easy way?
Standardized language instruction practiced in schools is not the most effective way to learn Ukrainian. In reality, you can gain basic Ukrainian fluency in 300 hours from zero knowledge. Studying and getting feedback five hours a week you will be able to understand most expressions, be understood when you talk, socialize in about a year. Offline interaction is not a practical option for everyone, so online classes are a quick and enjoyable way of acquiring the basic knowledge of Ukrainian. After acquiring basic skills, online marketplaces like Preply have Ukrainian tutors who specialize in intensive classes for intermediate and advanced level practitioners.
🤷 How long does it take to achieve a good level of Ukrainian?
Some people have a natural ability and learn languages quickly, but for most to go beyond the basics and gain working fluency in Ukrainian will demand at least 600 hours of study. The actual range of time can differ a lot depending on your existing level of Ukrainian 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 TV, start a journal or write posts and comments using your new language skills, look for native speakers to speak with, try other ways to think and speak in Ukrainian out loud. If this is not easy you can also take conversational Ukrainian classes online.
🤳 Can I pick my own Ukrainian teacher?
In language centers, you can possibly choose your own tutor (from the ones who already work there). Online, certainly! The largest selection of approved Ukrainian tutors with full profiles and real student reviews is available on online language learning marketplaces like Preply.
🗓 What's the best time to schedule classes?
Colleges typically structure classes twice a week over a semester (15-week period). Language schools usually have 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.