Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
🌆 How do I improve my Russian in West Palm Beach, FL and what are the possibilities in terms of commitment?
Besides self-study using recorded courses, you have several main opportunities for learning Russian interactively in West Palm Beach, FL. 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 cheaper.) Your second option can be local for-profit language academies that are better priced and flexible in schedule and requirements. Third, international learning centers usually offer cheaper group and more expensive in-person courses. Fourth, you can look for a private Russian tutor in West Palm Beach, FL. If flexibility is key, you can compare local West Palm Beach, FL and online Russian tutors.
🎟 Is it cheap 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 overall charge for about 50 lesson hours each semester. Language schools and independent Russian tutors charge $30-55 per hourly group lesson, with individual classes starting around $50 or more. Some of the less pricey Russian tutors can be found online, with costs on Preply averaging 19 and tutor rates varying widely based on tutor hometown, availability and student demand. Customer review average for Russian lessons on Preply is 4.96 out of 5 stars.
📚 What are the requirements for Russian language skill level to sign up for a course?
When considering college and learning center classes be prepared demonstrate proof of your current level. Predetermined curriculum classes vary widely in terms of textbook quality, homework level and graded tasks, so research each program in advance. With personal Russian tutors you can find reviews for whom the tutor is effective with and which other specializations they make available (like classes for students of A, B, or C leves, etc.) For more flexibility, choose a tutor from those teaching online.
🔥 Why is Russian so challenging and are there ways to learn it in a better way?
Formal language instruction practiced in schools is not the most effective way to learn Russian. According to experts, you can gain basic Russian fluency in 300 hours from zero knowledge. Studying and getting feedback several hours a week you will be able to understand everyday phrases, express yourself, shop and place orders 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 mastering basic skills, online marketplaces like Preply have Russian tutors who specialize in intensive classes for intermediate and advanced learners.
🤷 How long does it take to learn Russian?
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 Russian will necessitate at least 600 hours of dedication. The actual range of time can differ by a lot depending on your existing level of Russian or familiarity with 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, try to communicate with native speakers to speak with, try other ways to think and speak in Russian out loud. If you're struggling when starting a discusssion you can also take conversational Russian classes online.
🤳 What are my options when choosing the Russian teacher?
In colleges and universities, you can possibly choose your own tutor (from up to a dozen teachers). Online, absolutely! The largest selection of approved Russian tutors with extensive profiles and real student reviews is available on online language learning 'supermarkets' like Preply.
🗓 Will I be able to fit lessons in my busy schedule?
Colleges usually run classes twice a week over a semester (75-day period). Language schools make available 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.