Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
🌆 How to learn Russian in Ontario, CA and what are the possibilities in terms of commitment?
Besides self-study with apps, you have four principal possibilities for learning Russian interactively in Ontario, CA. 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 a little more affordable.) Your other spource can be local private language academies that are cheaper 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 find a private Russian tutor in Ontario, CA. If flexibility is key, you can compare local Ontario, CA and online Russian tutors.
🎟 Is it affordable to learn Russian and how much should Russian tutors ask?
For university and college courses you can estimate Russian course cost by dividing annual tuition by 10 (one course is usually 3 out of 30 credit hours offered) to get the price of 1/2 of a hundred lesson hours each semester. Language centers and independent Russian tutors charge $30-55 an hourly group lesson, with individual classes starting around $50 or more. Some of the more affordable Russian tutors can be found online, with costs on Preply averaging 19 and tutor rates varying widely based on tutor geography, positive reviews and popularity. Average reviews for Russian lessons on Preply is 4.95 out of 5 stars.
📚 What are the requirements for Russian language skill level to sign up for a course?
When considering college and learning center classes be prepared demonstrate proof of your current level. Predetermined curriculum classes vary widely in terms of textbook quality, homework level and exams, so research the details in advance. With personal Russian 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 instruction for beginners, etc.) For more flexibility, choose a tutor from a wide selection of those teaching online.
🔥 Why is Russian not easy and are there ways to learn it the easy way?
Formal language instruction practiced in schools is not the most effective way to learn Russian. According to experts, 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 many expressions, express yourself, shop and place orders in about a year. Offline interaction is not a practical option for everyone, so online classes are a fast and enjoyable way of acquiring the basic knowledge of Russian. After acquiring 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 achieve a good level of 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 take at least 600 hours of study. The length of time can differ quite a bit depending on your available level of Russian or knowledge of other languages in the same group. As soon as you've learned the basics it is a good idea to use the language as often as possible: watch news and movies, try typing using your new language skills, find native speakers to speak with, try additional ways to think and speak in Russian out loud. If this is not easy you can also take conversational Russian classes online.
🤳 Can I pick my own Russian tutor?
In learning centers, there's a chance you can choose your own tutor (from up to a dozen teachers). Online, always! The largest selection of tested Russian tutors with full profiles and real student reviews is available on online language learning platforms like Preply.
🗓 What's the lesson schedule like?
Colleges usually schedule classes two times weekly over a semester (75-day period). Language schools as a rule 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.