Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
🌆 How can I master Russian in Saint Petersburg, FL and what are my options in terms of commitment?
Besides self-study using recorded courses, you have several main choices for learning Russian interactively in Saint Petersburg, FL. 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 cheaper.) Your 2nd option can be local commercial 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. Last, you can look for a private Russian tutor in Saint Petersburg, FL. If flexibility is key, you can compare local Saint Petersburg, FL and online Russian tutors.
🎟 How expensive is it to learn Russian and what do Russian tutors charge?
For university and college courses you can estimate Russian course cost by dividing annual tuition by ten (one course is usually 3 out of 30 credit hours offered) to get the price of about 50 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 most budget-friendly Russian tutors can be found online, with rates on Preply averaging 19 and tutor rates varying widely based on tutor hometown, availability and popularity. Real student rating 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 prove your profeciency level. Planned classes vary widely in terms of textbook quality, homework load and tests, so research those 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 extras they make available (like classes for adults, etc.) For better flexibility, choose a tutor from a wide selection of those teaching online.
🔥 Why is Russian so hard and are there ways to learn it more effectively?
One-size-fits-all 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 most phrases, speak on some level, socialize in about a year. Physical language immersion is not a practical option for everyone, so online classes are a rapid and easy 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 students.
🤷 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 require at least 600 hours of dedication. The required duration of time can differ a lot depending on your already acquired level of Russian or knowledge of other languages in the same group. After alphabet and basic reading it is advised to use the language as often as possible: watch news and movies, write by hand and online using your new language skills, find native speakers to speak with, try more ways to think and speak in Russian out loud. If this is not easy you can also take conversational Russian classes online.
🤳 How many possibilities do I choose among when I select the right Russian coach?
In language learning academies, there's a likelyhood you could choose your own tutor (from select few). Online, absolutely! The largest selection of pre-screened Russian tutors with full profiles and customer reviews is available on online language learning 'supermarkets' like Preply.
🗓 What's the best time to schedule classes?
Colleges schedule classes two times weekly over a semester (75-day period). Language schools as a rule offer 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.