Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
🌆 How do I skill up on Czech in Worcester, MA and is possible to go light in terms of commitment?
Besides self-study with special programs, you have several main possibilities for learning Czech interactively in Worcester, MA. 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 other resource 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. Fourth, you can look for a private Czech tutor in Worcester, MA. If flexibility is key, you can compare local Worcester, MA and online Czech tutors.
🎟 How expensive is it to learn Czech and how much should Czech tutors ask?
For university and college courses you can estimate Czech course cost by dividing annual tuition by ten (one course is usually 3 out of 30 credit hours offered) to get the rate for 45-48 course hours each semester. Language academies and individual Czech tutors charge $30-55 for hourly group lesson, with private classes starting from $50 or more. Some of the more affordable Czech tutors can be found online, with prices on Preply averaging 27 and tutor rates varying widely based on tutor country of residence, experience and languages the tutor can teach in. Customer review average for Czech lessons on Preply is 4.94 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 demonstrate proof of your current level. 'Canned' classes vary widely in terms of textbook quality, homework level and exams, so research each program in advance. With personal Czech tutors you can find reviews for whom the tutor is effective with and which other extras they make available (like classes for adults, etc.) For best flexibility, choose a tutor from many teaching online.
🔥 Why is Czech not easy and are there ways to learn it the easy way?
Standardized language instruction practiced in schools is not the most effective way to learn Czech. Realistically, 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 words, express yourself, do most everyday tasks in about a year. Finding native speakers is not a practical option for everyone, so online classes are a ready and enjoyable way of acquiring the basic knowledge of Czech. After gaining basic skills, online marketplaces like Preply have Czech tutors who specialize in intensive classes for intermediate and advanced speakers.
🤷 How long does it take to get better at speaking Czech?
Some people just have a natural ability and learn languages quickly, but for most to go beyond the basics and gain working fluency in Czech will demand at least 600 hours of study. The required duration of time can differ significantly depending on your already acquired level of Czech 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 news and movies, write by hand and online using your new language skills, look for native speakers to speak with, try additional ways to think and speak in Czech out loud. If it's more difficult than you had imagined you can also take conversational Czech classes online.
🤳 How many possibilities do I choose among when I select the right Czech instructor?
In colleges and universities, there's a chance you can choose your own tutor (from a limited pool). Online, certainly! The largest selection of verified Czech tutors with full profiles and customer reviews is available on online language learning marketplaces like Preply.
🗓 What time of day and on which days are classes available?
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, you can take as few as one lesson a year, as many as several a day - and as many (or as few) as you want during any time of day, on weekdays and/or weekends.