Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
🌆 How to learn Czech in Santa Fe, NM and what does it take in terms of commitment?
Besides self-study with mobile applications, you have several principal possibilities for learning Czech interactively in Santa Fe, NM. First, universities and community colleges are an especially good idea for in-state residents. Also, check centers for continuing education and professional studies (they are better priced.) Your second possibility can be local commercial language academies that charge less and flexible in schedule and requirements. Third, non-profit learning centers usually offer cheaper group and more expensive in-person courses. Fourth, you can opt for a private Czech tutor in Santa Fe, NM. If flexibility is key, you can compare local Santa Fe, NM and online Czech tutors.
🎟 Is it affordable to learn Czech and what does a lesson with a tutor of Czech cost?
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 cost of fifty or so lesson hours each semester. Language centers and independent Czech tutors charge $30-55 an hourly group lesson, with private classes starting around $50 or more. Some of the better priced Czech tutors can be found online, with costs on Preply averaging 28 and tutor rates varying widely based on tutor hometown, experience and student demand. Customer review average for Czech lessons on Preply is 4.93 out of 5 stars.
📚 How much Czech do I need to know to sign up for a course?
When considering college and learning center classes be prepared demonstrate proof of your current level. Planned classes vary widely in terms of textbook quality, homework commitment and tests, so research each program in advance. With personal Czech tutors you can find out in advance 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 those who are teaching online.
🔥 Why is Czech not easy and are there ways to learn it more effectively?
Standardized language instruction practiced in schools is not the most effective way to learn Czech. Realistically, you can gain basic Czech fluency in 300 hours from zero knowledge. Studying and getting feedback several hours a week you will be able to understand common sentences, have simple conversations, socialize in about a year. Physical language immersion is not a practical option for everyone, so online classes are a quick and enjoyable way of acquiring the basic knowledge of Czech. After mastering basic skills, online marketplaces like Preply have Czech tutors who specialize in intensive classes for intermediate and advanced learners.
🤷 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 demand at least 600 hours of dedication. The amount of time can differ a lot depending on your available level of Czech or proficiency in other languages in the same group. After alphabet and basic reading it is a good idea to use the language as often as possible: watch television, start a journal or write posts and comments using your new language skills, find native speakers to speak with, try additional ways to think and speak in Czech out loud. If it's more difficult than you had imagined you can also take conversational Czech classes online.
🤳 Can I choose my own Czech coach?
In language centers, there's a likelyhood you could choose your own tutor (from select few). Online, certainly! The largest selection of pre-screened Czech tutors with extensive profiles and real student reviews is available on online language learning 'supermarkets' like Preply.
🗓 Will I be able to fit lessons in my busy schedule?
Colleges usually run classes twice a week 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.