Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
🌆 How do I improve my Russian in Reading and what are the possibilities in terms of commitment?
Besides self-study using recorded courses, you have 4 primary options for learning Russian interactively in Reading. 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 a little more affordable.) Your other resource can be local specialized 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. Finally, you can find a private Russian tutor in Reading. If flexibility is key, you can compare local Reading and online Russian tutors.
🎟 Is it expensive to learn Russian and what does a lesson with a tutor of Russian cost?
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 rate for 1/2 of a hundred instruction hours each semester. Language schools and individual Russian tutors charge $30-55 per hourly group lesson, with individual classes starting from $50 or more. Some of the more affordable Russian tutors can be found online, with prices on Preply averaging 19 and tutor rates varying widely based on tutor country of residence, positive reviews and specialization. Customer review average for Russian lessons on Preply is 4.95 out of 5 stars.
📚 How much Russian 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. Predetermined curriculum classes vary widely in terms of textbook quality, homework load and tests, so research the details in advance. With personal Russian tutors you can find reviews for whom the tutor is effective with and which other expertise they make available (like intermediate level practice, advanced students etc.) For maximum flexibility, choose a tutor from those teaching online.
🔥 Why is Russian not easy and are there ways to learn it faster?
Standardized language instruction practiced in schools is not the most effective way to learn Russian. In reality, 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 words, speak on some level, socialize in about a year. Relocating is not a practical option for everyone, so online classes are a fast and affordable way of acquiring the basic knowledge of Russian. After gaining basic skills, online marketplaces like Preply have Russian tutors who specialize in intensive classes for intermediate and advanced speakers.
🤷 How long does it take to achieve a good level of Russian?
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 Russian will necessitate at least 600 hours of study. The amount of time can differ by a lot depending on your current level of Russian or proficiency in other languages in the same group. After alphabet and basic reading it is best to use the language as often as possible: watch television, write by hand and online using your new language skills, seek native speakers to speak with, try other 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.
🤳 What are my options when choosing the Russian coach?
In language learning academies, 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 detailed profiles and customer reviews is available on online language learning resources like Preply.
🗓 What time of day and on which days are classes available?
Colleges as a rule offer classes twice a week over a semester (75-day period). Language schools give 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.