Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
🌆 How can I master Serbian in Toronto and what does it take in terms of commitment?
Besides self-study with apps, you have four main opportunities for learning Serbian interactively in Toronto. 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 a little more affordable.) Your 2nd spource can be local commercial language academies that are cheaper and flexible in schedule and requirements. Third, non-profit learning centers usually offer cheaper group and more expensive in-person courses. Last, you can look for a private Serbian tutor in Toronto. If flexibility is key, you can compare local Toronto and online Serbian tutors.
🎟 Is it affordable to learn Serbian and what does a lesson with a tutor of Serbian cost?
For university and college courses you can estimate Serbian course cost as one-tenth of the yearly tuition (one course is usually 3 out of 30 credit hours offered) to get the rate for fifty or so instruction hours each semester. Language schools and private Serbian tutors charge $30-55 per hourly group lesson, with individual classes starting from $50 or more. Some of the better priced Serbian tutors can be found online, with tuition on Preply averaging 20 and tutor rates varying widely based on tutor location, availability and languages the tutor can teach in. Average reviews for Serbian lessons on Preply is 4.97 out of 5 stars.
📚 What level of Serbian do I need to sign up for a course?
When considering college and learning center classes be prepared to show a language test profeciency score or take an entrance test to determine your level. All classes vary widely in terms of textbook quality, homework level and graded tasks, so research the details in advance. With personal Serbian tutors you can find reviews for whom the tutor is effective with and which other specializations they make available (like teaching children or teens, etc.) For better flexibility, choose a tutor from those who are teaching online.
🔥 Why is Serbian so difficult and are there ways to learn it the easy way?
Standardized language instruction practiced in schools is not the most effective way to learn Serbian. As proven by others before, you can gain basic Serbian fluency in 300 hours from zero knowledge. Studying and getting feedback a few hours a week you will be able to understand most phrases, be understood when you talk, socialize in about a year. Relocating is not a practical option for everyone, so online classes are a quick and affordable way of acquiring the basic knowledge of Serbian. After attaining basic skills, online marketplaces like Preply have Serbian tutors who specialize in intensive classes for intermediate and advanced level practitioners.
🤷 How long does it take to achieve a good level of Serbian?
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 Serbian will take at least 600 hours of active use. The required duration of time can differ quite a bit depending on your existing level of Serbian or proficiency in other languages in the same group. After alphabet and basic reading it is best to use the language as often as possible: watch television, write using your new language skills, try to communicate with native speakers to speak with, try additional ways to think and speak in Serbian out loud. If you're struggling when starting a discusssion you can also take conversational Serbian classes online.
🤳 How many possibilities do I choose among when I select the right Serbian instructor?
In language centers, it's possible that you can choose your own tutor (from select few). Online, certainly! The largest selection of tested Serbian tutors with full profiles and comprehensive reviews is available on online language learning 'supermarkets' like Preply.
🗓 What's the best time to schedule classes?
Colleges usually offer classes twice a week over a semester (75-day period). Language schools 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.