Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
🌆 How do I skill up on Czech in Saint Petersburg, FL and what are my options in terms of commitment?
Besides self-study using mobile applications, you have a few main options for learning Czech interactively in Saint Petersburg, FL. 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 better priced.) Your second option can be local specialized language academies that cost less and flexible in schedule and requirements. Third, government-supported learning centers usually offer cheaper group and more expensive in-person courses. Last, you can look for a private Czech tutor in Saint Petersburg, FL. If flexibility is key, you can compare local Saint Petersburg, FL 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 price of 45-48 course hours each semester. Language academies and independent Czech tutors charge $30-55 for hourly group lesson, with private classes starting around $50 or more. Some of the most budget-friendly Czech tutors can be found online, with rates on Preply averaging 28 and tutor rates varying widely based on tutor hometown, positive reviews and student demand. Average reviews for Czech lessons on Preply is 4.93 out of 5 stars.
📚 What are the requirements for Czech language skill level to sign up for a course?
When considering college and learning center classes be prepared to show a language test profeciency score or take an entrance test to determine your level. Predetermined curriculum classes vary widely in terms of textbook quality, homework commitment and graded tasks, so research all such requirements in advance. With personal Czech tutors you can find reviews for whom the tutor is effective with and which other extras they make available (like intermediate level practice, advanced students etc.) For maximum flexibility, choose a tutor from many teaching online.
🔥 Why is Czech not easy and are there ways to learn it in a better way?
One-size-fits-all 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 5 hours a week you will be able to understand everyday expressions, speak on some level, shop and place orders in about a year. Offline interaction is not a practical option for everyone, so online classes are a ready and enjoyable way of acquiring the basic knowledge of Czech. After acquiring basic skills, online marketplaces like Preply have Czech tutors who specialize in intensive classes for intermediate and advanced students.
🤷 How long does it take to achieve a good level of Czech?
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 Czech will require at least 600 hours of active use. The length of time can differ by a lot depending on your already acquired level of Czech or knowledge of 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, try to communicate with native speakers to speak with, try more ways to think and speak in Czech out loud. If this is a greater challenge than you had anticipated you can also take conversational Czech classes online.
🤳 Can I choose my own Czech teacher?
In colleges and universities, there's a likelyhood you could choose your own tutor (from the ones who already work there). Online, certainly! The largest selection of tested Czech tutors with extensive profiles and real student reviews is available on online language learning platforms like Preply.
🗓 What's the lesson schedule like?
Colleges typically schedule classes two times weekly over a semester (75-day period). Language schools typically have shorter, 8-week, 12-week, and 16-week course sessions. Online, the number of lessons is really up to you, with early morning, day, evening and night classes available, on weekdays and/or weekends.