Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
🌆 How can I master Czech in West Kelowna and what are the possibilities in terms of commitment?
Besides self-study with mobile applications, you have four principal possibilities for learning Czech interactively in West Kelowna. 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 second possibility can be local for-profit language academies that cost less and flexible in schedule and requirements. Third, not-for-profit learning centers usually offer cheaper group and more expensive in-person courses. Finally, you can choose a private Czech tutor in West Kelowna. If flexibility is key, you can compare local West Kelowna and online Czech tutors.
🎟 Is it expensive to learn Czech and what does a lesson with a tutor of Czech cost?
For university and college courses you can estimate Czech course cost as one-tenth of the yearly tuition (one course is usually 3 out of 30 credit hours offered) to get the overall charge for about 50 instruction hours each semester. Language schools and private Czech tutors charge $30-55 an hourly group lesson, with private classes starting around $50 or more. Some of the less pricey Czech tutors can be found online, with tuition on Preply averaging 28 and tutor rates varying widely based on tutor location, positive reviews and student demand. Average student satisfaction for Czech lessons on Preply is 4.93 out of 5 stars.
📚 What level of Czech do I need to sign up for a course?
When considering college and learning center classes be prepared prove your profeciency level. Planned classes vary widely in terms of textbook quality, homework load and testing, so research the details in advance. With personal Czech tutors you can read reviews and get a good idea for whom the tutor is effective with and which other specializations they make available (like classes for adults, etc.) For better flexibility, choose a tutor from those teaching online.
🔥 Why is Czech not easy and are there ways to learn it the easy way?
Formal language instruction practiced in schools is not the most effective way to learn Czech. In reality, you can gain basic Czech fluency in 300 hours from zero knowledge. Studying and getting feedback several hours a week you will be able to understand most phrases, be understood when you talk, get proficient in daily routines in about a year. Offline interaction is not a practical option for everyone, so online classes are a ready and affordable way of acquiring the basic knowledge of Czech. After acquiring basic skills, online marketplaces like Preply have Czech tutors who specialize in intensive classes for intermediate and advanced students.
🤷 How long does it take to learn Czech?
Some people brag about their natural ability and learn languages quickly, but for most to go beyond the basics and gain working fluency in Czech will take at least 600 hours of practice. The required duration of time can differ significantly depending on your existing level of Czech or knowledge of other languages in the same group. As soon as you've learned the basics it is recommended to use the language as often as possible: watch TV, try typing using your new language skills, find native speakers to speak with, try as many as possible ways to think and speak in Czech out loud. If you're struggling when starting a discusssion you can also take conversational Czech classes online.
🤳 Can I pick my own Czech tutor?
In colleges and universities, it's possible that you can choose your own tutor (from the ones who already work there). Online, certainly! The largest selection of approved Czech tutors with video profiles and real student reviews is available on online language learning platforms like Preply.
🗓 Will I be able to fit lessons in my busy schedule?
Colleges usually schedule classes twice a week over a semester (15-week period). Language schools have 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.