Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
🌆 How to learn Ukrainian in New Orleans, LA and what does it take in terms of commitment?
Besides self-study using recorded courses, you have 4 main possibilities for learning Ukrainian interactively in New Orleans, LA. 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 specialized 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. Last, you can opt for a private Ukrainian tutor in New Orleans, LA. If flexibility is key, you can compare local New Orleans, LA and online Ukrainian tutors.
🎟 Is it affordable to learn Ukrainian and what are the ballpark lesson costs for Ukrainian tutors?
For university and college courses you can estimate Ukrainian course cost by dividing annual tuition by ten (one course is usually 3 out of 30 credit hours offered) to get the price of 45-48 lesson hours each semester. Language academies and individual 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 tuition on Preply averaging 18 and tutor rates varying widely based on tutor hometown, availability and languages the tutor can teach in. Average student satisfaction 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 pass a few pre-requisites. All classes vary widely in terms of textbook quality, homework load and graded tasks, so research the details in advance. With personal Ukrainian tutors you can read real feedback for whom the tutor is effective with and which other expertise they make available (like instruction for beginners, etc.) For best flexibility, choose a tutor from a wide selection of those teaching online.
🔥 Why is Ukrainian so hard and are there ways to learn it more effectively?
Standardized language instruction practiced in schools is not the most effective way to learn Ukrainian. According to experts, you can gain basic Ukrainian fluency in 300 hours from zero knowledge. Studying and getting feedback several hours a week you will be able to understand everyday phrases, have simple conversations, do most everyday tasks in about a year. Physical language immersion is not a practical option for everyone, so online classes are a quick and affordable way of acquiring the basic knowledge of Ukrainian. After gaining basic skills, online marketplaces like Preply have Ukrainian tutors who specialize in intensive classes for intermediate and advanced learners.
🤷 How long does it take to learn Ukrainian?
Some people seem to have a natural ability and learn languages quickly, but for most to go beyond the basics and gain working fluency in Ukrainian will require at least 600 hours of study. The length of time can differ significantly depending on your available level of Ukrainian or familiarity with other languages in the same group. After alphabet and basic reading it is a good idea to use the language as often as possible: watch television, try typing using your new language skills, try to communicate with native speakers to speak with, try other ways to think and speak in Ukrainian out loud. If this is a greater challenge than you had anticipated you can also take conversational Ukrainian classes online.
🤳 Can I choose my own Ukrainian instructor?
In language learning academies, you can possibly choose your own tutor (from up to a dozen teachers). Online, always! The largest selection of approved Ukrainian tutors with extensive profiles and true reviews is available on online language learning platforms like Preply.
🗓 What's the lesson schedule like?
Colleges as a rule offer classes twice a week over a semester (15-week period). Language schools usually make available shorter, 8-week, 12-week, and 16-week course sessions. Online, allows the flexibility to schedule lessons around your commitments, on weekdays and/or weekends.