Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
🌆 How do I skill up on Polish in New York, NY and what are my options in terms of commitment?
Besides self-study using mobile applications, you have several primary choices for learning Polish interactively in New York, NY. 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 less pricey.) Your 2nd option can be local for-profit language academies that are better priced and flexible in schedule and requirements. Third, government-supported learning centers usually offer cheaper group and more expensive in-person courses. 4th and last, you can opt for a private Polish tutor in New York, NY. If flexibility is key, you can compare local New York, NY and online Polish tutors.
🎟 Is it expensive to learn Polish and how much should Polish tutors ask?
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 price of fifty or so course hours each semester. Language academies and private Polish tutors charge $30-55 an hourly group lesson, with individual classes starting from $50 or more. Some of the better priced Polish tutors can be found online, with costs on Preply averaging 21 and tutor rates varying widely based on tutor country of residence, experience and specialization. Customer review average for Polish lessons on Preply is 4.95 out of 5 stars.
📚 What level of Polish 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 exams, so research the details in advance. With personal Polish tutors you can find reviews for whom the tutor is effective with and which other expertise they make available (like classes for adults, etc.) For more flexibility, choose a tutor from those who are teaching online.
🔥 Why is Polish so challenging and are there ways to learn it the easy way?
One-size-fits-all language instruction practiced in schools is not the most effective way to learn Polish. As proven by others before, you can gain basic Polish fluency in 300 hours from zero knowledge. Studying and getting feedback a few hours a week you will be able to understand everyday phrases, have simple conversations, shop and place orders in about a year. Relocating is not a practical option for everyone, so online classes are a ready and affordable 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 learners.
🤷 How long does it take to achieve a good level of Polish?
Some people have a natural ability and learn languages quickly, but for most to go beyond the basics and gain working fluency in Polish will take at least 600 hours of study. The required duration of time can differ quite a bit depending on your available level of Polish 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 videos, try typing using your new language skills, look for native speakers to speak with, try more ways to think and speak in Polish out loud. If this is not easy you can also take conversational Polish classes online.
🤳 What are my options when choosing the Polish teacher?
In learning centers, you can possibly choose your own tutor (from the ones who already work there). Online, certainly! The largest selection of pre-screened Polish tutors with video profiles and comprehensive reviews is available on online language learning platforms like Preply.
🗓 What time of day and on which days are classes available?
Colleges typically run classes two times weekly over a semester (75-day period). Language schools offer 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.