Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
🌆 How can I master Russian in West Vancouver and what are my options in terms of commitment?
Besides self-study using recorded courses, you have four primary opportunities for learning Russian interactively in West Vancouver. 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 2nd possibility can be local commercial 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 Russian tutor in West Vancouver. If flexibility is key, you can compare local West Vancouver and online Russian tutors.
🎟 How expensive is it 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 rate for 1/2 of a hundred lesson hours each semester. Language schools and individual Russian tutors charge $30-55 an hourly group lesson, with private classes starting around $50 or more. Some of the more affordable Russian tutors can be found online, with tuition on Preply averaging 20 and tutor rates varying widely based on tutor country of residence, ratings and specialization. Customer review average for Russian lessons on Preply is 4.95 out of 5 stars.
📚 What level of Russian do I need to sign up for a course?
When considering college and learning center classes be prepared pass a few pre-requisites. Predetermined curriculum 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 read real feedback 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 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. As proven by others before, you can gain basic Russian fluency in 300 hours from zero knowledge. Studying and getting feedback a few hours a week you will be able to understand most phrases, be understood when you talk, shop and place orders in about a year. Finding native speakers is not a practical option for everyone, so online classes are a rapid and enjoyable 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 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 active use. The amount of time can differ by a lot depending on your current level of Russian or familiarity with other languages in the same group. After alphabet and basic reading it is best to use the language as often as possible: watch news and movies, try typing using your new language skills, look for native speakers to speak with, try as many as possible 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.
🤳 Can I pick my own Russian teacher?
In language centers, there's a chance you can choose your own tutor (from the ones who already work there). Online, absolutely! The largest selection of verified Russian tutors with full profiles and real student reviews is available on online language learning resources like Preply.
🗓 What's the lesson schedule like?
Colleges typically schedule classes twice a week over a semester (75-day period). Language schools typically give 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.