Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
🌆 How can I master Russian in Istanbul and is possible to go light in terms of commitment?
Besides self-study with apps, you have four principal opportunities for learning Russian interactively in Istanbul. 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 better priced.) Your other option can be local specialized language academies that are cheaper and flexible in schedule and requirements. Third, government-supported learning centers usually offer cheaper group and more expensive in-person courses. Last, you can opt for a private Russian tutor in Istanbul. If flexibility is key, you can compare local Istanbul and online Russian tutors.
🎟 Is it affordable to learn Russian and what does a lesson with a tutor of Russian cost?
For university and college courses you can estimate Russian course cost as one-tenth of the yearly tuition (one course is usually 3 out of 30 credit hours offered) to get the cost of about 50 class hours each semester. Language schools and independent Russian tutors charge $30-55 an hourly group lesson, with individual classes starting around $50 or more. Some of the better priced Russian tutors can be found online, with prices on Preply averaging 19 and tutor rates varying widely based on tutor hometown, experience 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. Predetermined curriculum classes vary widely in terms of textbook quality, homework load and exams, so research all such requirements 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 adults, etc.) For maximum flexibility, choose a tutor from those teaching online.
🔥 Why is Russian so challenging and are there ways to learn it in a better way?
Standardized 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 five hours a week you will be able to understand many sentences, 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 fun 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 speakers.
🤷 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 study. The actual range of time can differ a lot depending on your current level of Russian 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, start a journal or write posts and comments using your new language skills, seek native speakers to speak with, try additional 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 teacher?
In learning centers, it's possible that you can choose your own tutor (from the ones who already work there). Online, certainly! The largest selection of tested Russian tutors with detailed profiles and real student reviews is available on online language learning platforms like Preply.
🗓 What's the lesson schedule like?
Colleges usually offer classes two times weekly over a semester (15-week period). Language schools as a rule 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.