Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
🌆 How to learn Russian in Tauranga and what does it take in terms of commitment?
Besides self-study using recorded courses, you have 4 primary possibilities for learning Russian interactively in Tauranga. 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 cheaper.) Your other resource can be local commercial language academies that are better priced and flexible in schedule and requirements. Third, not-for-profit learning centers usually offer cheaper group and more expensive in-person courses. Last, you can find a private Russian tutor in Tauranga. If flexibility is key, you can compare local Tauranga and online Russian tutors.
🎟 How expensive is it 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 as one-tenth of the yearly tuition (one course is usually 3 out of 30 credit hours offered) to get the cost of fifty or so instruction hours each semester. Language centers and independent Russian tutors charge $30-55 for hourly group lesson, with private classes starting from $50 or more. Some of the more affordable Russian tutors can be found online, with costs on Preply averaging 19 and tutor rates varying widely based on tutor hometown, positive reviews and popularity. Customer review average for Russian lessons on Preply is 4.96 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 pass a few pre-requisites. All classes vary widely in terms of textbook quality, homework volume and tests, 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 expertise they make available (like intermediate level practice, advanced students etc.) For better flexibility, choose a tutor from those who are teaching online.
🔥 Why is Russian so challenging and are there ways to learn it the easy way?
Formal language instruction practiced in schools is not the most effective way to learn Russian. As proven by others before, 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 common phrases, be understood when you talk, do most everyday tasks 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 Russian. After acquiring basic skills, online marketplaces like Preply have Russian tutors who specialize in intensive classes for intermediate and advanced speakers.
🤷 How long does it take to learn 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 demand at least 600 hours of study. The length of time can differ a lot depending on your already acquired level of Russian or familiarity with 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 videos, write using your new language skills, find native speakers to speak with, try other 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.
🤳 Can I pick my own Russian tutor?
In colleges and universities, there's a likelyhood you could choose your own tutor (from a limited pool). Online, certainly! The largest selection of tested Russian tutors with detailed profiles and comprehensive reviews is available on online language learning marketplaces like Preply.
🗓 What's the best time to schedule classes?
Colleges offer classes twice a week over a semester (15-week period). Language schools as a rule give 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.