Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
🌆 How do I skill up on Russian in Sydney and what are my options in terms of commitment?
Besides self-study with apps, you have four primary possibilities for learning Russian interactively in Sydney. 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 other possibility can be local private language academies that cost less and flexible in schedule and requirements. Third, international learning centers usually offer cheaper group and more expensive in-person courses. Finally, you can opt for a private Russian tutor in Sydney. If flexibility is key, you can compare local Sydney 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 by dividing annual tuition by ten (one course is usually 3 out of 30 credit hours offered) to get the price of 1/2 of a hundred lesson hours each semester. Language schools and individual Russian tutors charge $30-55 for hourly group lesson, with private 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 location, availability and specialization. Average student satisfaction for Russian lessons on Preply is 4.95 out of 5 stars.
📚 What level of Russian do I need to sign up for a course?
When considering college and learning center classes be prepared pass a few pre-requisites. 'Canned' classes vary widely in terms of textbook quality, homework load and exams, so research those in advance. With personal Russian tutors you can read real feedback for whom the tutor is effective with and which other extras they make available (like instruction for beginners, etc.) For best flexibility, choose a tutor from a wide selection of those teaching online.
🔥 Why is Russian so challenging and are there ways to learn it in a better way?
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 many sentences, express yourself, do most everyday tasks in about a year. Relocating is not a practical option for everyone, so online classes are a quick and fun 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 level practitioners.
🤷 How long does it take to learn 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 necessitate at least 600 hours of practice. The amount of time can differ a lot depending on your available level of Russian or proficiency in 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 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 not easy you can also take conversational Russian classes online.
🤳 What are my options when choosing the Russian teacher?
In language learning academies, it's possible that you can choose your own tutor (from a limited pool). Online, certainly! The largest selection of pre-screened Russian tutors with video profiles and real student reviews is available on online language learning platforms like Preply.
🗓 What time of day and on which days are classes available?
Colleges offer classes twice a week over a semester (15-week period). Language schools typically give shorter, 8-week, 12-week, and 16-week course sessions. Online, you can take as few as one lesson a year, as many as several a day - and as many (or as few) as you want during any time of day, on weekdays and/or weekends.