Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
🌆 How to learn Czech in Naperville, IL and what are the possibilities in terms of commitment?
Besides self-study using recorded courses, you have a few primary choices for learning Czech interactively in Naperville, IL. First, universities and community colleges are an especially good idea for in-state residents. Also, research centers for continuing education and professional studies (they are cheaper.) Your other resource can be local for-profit language academies that are better priced and flexible in schedule and requirements. Third, not-for-profit learning centers usually offer cheaper group and more expensive in-person courses. Fourth, you can choose a private Czech tutor in Naperville, IL. If flexibility is key, you can compare local Naperville, IL and online Czech tutors.
🎟 How expensive is it to learn Czech and what do Czech tutors charge?
For university and college courses you can estimate Czech course cost by dividing annual tuition by 10 (one course is usually 3 out of 30 credit hours offered) to get the rate for 1/2 of a hundred instruction hours each semester. Language academies and independent Czech tutors charge $30-55 per hourly group lesson, with individual classes starting from $50 or more. Some of the less pricey Czech tutors can be found online, with costs on Preply averaging 27 and tutor rates varying widely based on tutor country of residence, experience and specialization. Average student satisfaction for Czech lessons on Preply is 4.94 out of 5 stars.
📚 How much Czech do I need to know to sign up for a course?
When considering college and learning center classes be prepared pass a few pre-requisites. All classes vary widely in terms of textbook quality, homework level and graded tasks, so research all such requirements in advance. With personal Czech tutors you can find out in advance for whom the tutor is effective with and which other add-ons they make available (like teaching children or teens, etc.) For more flexibility, choose a tutor from a wide selection of those teaching online.
🔥 Why is Czech so hard and are there ways to learn it in a better way?
Formal language instruction practiced in schools is not the most effective way to learn Czech. As proven by others before, you can gain basic Czech fluency in 300 hours from zero knowledge. Studying and getting feedback five hours a week you will be able to understand common words, speak on some level, do most everyday tasks in about a year. Finding native speakers is not a practical option for everyone, so online classes are a rapid and fun way of acquiring the basic knowledge of Czech. After mastering basic skills, online marketplaces like Preply have Czech tutors who specialize in intensive classes for intermediate and advanced speakers.
🤷 How long does it take to get better at speaking Czech?
Some people brag about their natural ability and learn languages quickly, but for most to go beyond the basics and gain working fluency in Czech will necessitate at least 600 hours of dedication. The length of time can differ a lot depending on your already acquired level of Czech or knowledge of 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 television, try typing using your new language skills, find native speakers to speak with, try other ways to think and speak in Czech out loud. If you're struggling when starting a discusssion you can also take conversational Czech classes online.
🤳 Can I choose my own Czech coach?
In colleges and universities, you can possibly choose your own tutor (from select few). Online, always! The largest selection of pre-screened Czech tutors with extensive profiles and real student reviews is available on online language learning 'supermarkets' like Preply.
🗓 What's the lesson schedule like?
Colleges structure classes two times weekly over a semester (15-week period). Language schools typically give 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.