Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
🌆 How can I master Russian in Venice and what are the possibilities in terms of commitment?
Besides self-study using mobile applications, you have several primary choices for learning Russian interactively in Venice. 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 less pricey.) Your second possibility can be local for-profit 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. 4th and last, you can look for a private Russian tutor in Venice. If flexibility is key, you can compare local Venice and online Russian tutors.
🎟 Is it expensive to learn Russian and how much should Russian tutors ask?
For university and college courses you can estimate Russian 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 course hours each semester. Language schools and private Russian tutors charge $30-55 an hourly group lesson, with individual classes starting from $50 or more. Some of the more affordable Russian tutors can be found online, with rates on Preply averaging 19 and tutor rates varying widely based on tutor hometown, ratings and popularity. Real student rating 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 to show a language test profeciency score or take an entrance test to determine your level. Planned classes vary widely in terms of textbook quality, homework volume and testing, so research all such requirements in advance. With personal Russian tutors you can find out in advance for whom the tutor is effective with and which other add-ons they make available (like teaching children or teens, etc.) For more flexibility, choose a tutor from a wide selection of those teaching online.
🔥 Why is Russian not easy and are there ways to learn it faster?
Formal language instruction practiced in schools is not the most effective way to learn Russian. Realistically, you can gain basic Russian fluency in 300 hours from zero knowledge. Studying and getting feedback 5 hours a week you will be able to understand most sentences, speak on some level, do most everyday tasks in about a year. Offline interaction is not a practical option for everyone, so online classes are a fast and easy 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 level practitioners.
🤷 How long does it take to get better at speaking 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 practice. The actual range of time can differ quite a bit depending on your already acquired level of Russian or knowledge of other languages in the same group. As soon as you've learned the basics it is a good idea to use the language as often as possible: watch TV, write by hand and online using your new language skills, seek native speakers to speak with, try other ways to think and speak in Russian out loud. If this is not easy you can also take conversational Russian classes online.
🤳 Can I choose my own Russian tutor?
In learning centers, you can possibly choose your own tutor (from the ones who already work there). Online, absolutely! The largest selection of pre-screened Russian tutors with extensive profiles and real student reviews is available on online language learning resources like Preply.
🗓 What's the lesson schedule like?
Colleges usually structure classes twice a week over a semester (15-week period). Language schools 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.