Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
🌆 How to learn Russian in San Diego, CA and what are the possibilities in terms of commitment?
Besides self-study with special programs, you have several key opportunities for learning Russian interactively in San Diego, CA. First, universities and community colleges are an especially good idea for in-state residents. Also, ask about the centers for continuing education and professional studies (they are a little more affordable.) Your second spource can be local commercial language academies that charge less and flexible in schedule and requirements. Third, international learning centers usually offer cheaper group and more expensive in-person courses. 4th and last, you can choose a private Russian tutor in San Diego, CA. If flexibility is key, you can compare local San Diego, CA and online Russian tutors.
🎟 Is it expensive 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 cost of fifty or so class hours each semester. Language schools and independent Russian tutors charge $30-55 for hourly group lesson, with individual classes starting around $50 or more. Some of the more affordable Russian tutors can be found online, with tuition on Preply averaging 19 and tutor rates varying widely based on tutor country of residence, ratings and languages the tutor can teach in. 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 prove your profeciency level. Planned classes vary widely in terms of textbook quality, homework level and testing, so research each program in advance. With personal Russian tutors you can read real feedback for whom the tutor is effective with and which other specializations they make available (like classes for adults, etc.) For best flexibility, choose a tutor from many teaching online.
🔥 Why is Russian not easy and are there ways to learn it faster?
One-size-fits-all language instruction practiced in schools is not the most effective way to learn Russian. Realistically, you can gain basic Russian fluency in 300 hours from zero knowledge. Studying and getting feedback several hours a week you will be able to understand many expressions, have simple conversations, socialize in about a year. Offline interaction is not a practical option for everyone, so online classes are a rapid and easy way of acquiring the basic knowledge of Russian. After mastering 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 just have a 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 a lot depending on your available level of Russian 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 TV, write by hand and online using your new language skills, seek native speakers to speak with, try as many as possible 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 instructor?
In language centers, there's a chance you can choose your own tutor (from select few). Online, certainly! The largest selection of verified Russian tutors with detailed profiles and real student reviews is available on online language learning platforms like Preply.
🗓 Will I be able to fit lessons in my busy schedule?
Colleges typically run classes twice a week over a semester (75-day period). Language schools typically offer shorter, 8-week, 12-week, and 16-week course sessions. Online, you can choose your own lesson frequency and time, on weekdays and/or weekends.