Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
🌆 How do I skill up on Russian in Morgantown, WV and what does it take in terms of commitment?
Besides self-study with mobile applications, you have four key choices for learning Russian interactively in Morgantown, WV. 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 better priced.) Your other spource can be local commercial language academies that are cheaper and flexible in schedule and requirements. Third, non-profit learning centers usually offer cheaper group and more expensive in-person courses. Last, you can opt for a private Russian tutor in Morgantown, WV. If flexibility is key, you can compare local Morgantown, WV 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 overall charge for 45-48 instruction hours each semester. Language academies and individual Russian tutors charge $30-55 an hourly group lesson, with private classes starting from $50 or more. Some of the better priced Russian tutors can be found online, with costs on Preply averaging 19 and tutor rates varying widely based on tutor country of residence, positive reviews and popularity. Average reviews 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 pass a few pre-requisites. Predetermined curriculum classes vary widely in terms of textbook quality, homework volume and testing, so research the details in advance. With personal Russian tutors you can read real feedback for whom the tutor is effective with and which other specializations they make available (like teaching children or teens, etc.) For best flexibility, choose a tutor from those who are teaching online.
🔥 Why is Russian so challenging and are there ways to learn it faster?
Formal language instruction practiced in schools is not the most effective way to learn Russian. As proven by others before, 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 phrases, be understood when you talk, shop and place orders in about a year. Finding native speakers is not a practical option for everyone, so online classes are a ready 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 learners.
🤷 How long does it take to learn Russian?
Some people brag about their natural ability and learn languages quickly, but for most to go beyond the basics and gain working fluency in Russian will necessitate at least 600 hours of study. The actual range of time can differ significantly depending on your existing level of Russian 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 videos, start a journal or write posts and comments using your new language skills, try to communicate with native speakers to speak with, try as many as possible ways to think and speak in Russian out loud. If this is a greater challenge than you had anticipated you can also take conversational Russian classes online.
🤳 Can I pick my own Russian coach?
In learning centers, there's a likelyhood you could choose your own tutor (from a limited pool). Online, always! The largest selection of pre-screened Russian tutors with video profiles and true reviews is available on online language learning 'supermarkets' like Preply.
🗓 What's the lesson schedule like?
Colleges schedule classes twice a week over a semester (75-day period). Language schools typically make available 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.