Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
🌆 How do I skill up on Polish in Toronto and what does it take in terms of commitment?
Besides self-study with apps, you have 4 principal choices for learning Polish interactively in Toronto. 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 other possibility can be local commercial language academies that cost 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 look for a private Polish tutor in Toronto. If flexibility is key, you can compare local Toronto and online Polish tutors.
🎟 Is it cheap to learn Polish and what are the ballpark lesson costs for Polish tutors?
For university and college courses you can estimate Polish course cost as one-tenth of the yearly tuition (one course is usually 3 out of 30 credit hours offered) to get the price of about 50 instruction hours each semester. Language centers and independent Polish tutors charge $30-55 per hourly group lesson, with individual classes starting from $50 or more. Some of the more affordable Polish tutors can be found online, with rates on Preply averaging 21 and tutor rates varying widely based on tutor hometown, experience and student demand. Customer review average for Polish lessons on Preply is 4.95 out of 5 stars.
📚 How much Polish do I need to know to sign up for a course?
When considering college and learning center classes be prepared prove your profeciency level. All classes vary widely in terms of textbook quality, homework volume and tests, so research the details in advance. With personal Polish tutors you can find reviews for whom the tutor is effective with and which other add-ons they make available (like classes for students of A, B, or C leves, etc.) For more flexibility, choose a tutor from many teaching online.
🔥 Why is Polish so difficult 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 Polish. As proven by others before, you can gain basic Polish fluency in 300 hours from zero knowledge. Studying and getting feedback five hours a week you will be able to understand most phrases, express yourself, socialize in about a year. Relocating is not a practical option for everyone, so online classes are a fast and easy way of acquiring the basic knowledge of Polish. After acquiring basic skills, online marketplaces like Preply have Polish tutors who specialize in intensive classes for intermediate and advanced level practitioners.
🤷 How long does it take to get better at speaking Polish?
Some people just have a natural ability and learn languages quickly, but for most to go beyond the basics and gain working fluency in Polish will demand at least 600 hours of dedication. The length of time can differ a lot depending on your existing level of Polish or knowledge of other languages in the same group. After alphabet and basic reading it is recommended to use the language as often as possible: watch news and movies, start a journal or write posts and comments using your new language skills, look for native speakers to speak with, try other ways to think and speak in Polish out loud. If this is not easy you can also take conversational Polish classes online.
🤳 Can I choose my own Polish tutor?
In language centers, there's a likelyhood you could choose your own tutor (from up to a dozen teachers). Online, always! The largest selection of tested Polish tutors with full profiles and true reviews is available on online language learning platforms like Preply.
🗓 Will I be able to fit lessons in my busy schedule?
Colleges as a rule offer classes two times weekly over a semester (15-week period). Language schools make available 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.