Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
🌆 How to learn Czech in Paterson, NJ and what are the possibilities in terms of commitment?
Besides self-study using mobile applications, you have several primary opportunities for learning Czech interactively in Paterson, NJ. 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 better priced.) Your 2nd option can be local commercial language academies that charge less and flexible in schedule and requirements. Third, international learning centers usually offer cheaper group and more expensive in-person courses. Finally, you can find a private Czech tutor in Paterson, NJ. If flexibility is key, you can compare local Paterson, NJ and online Czech tutors.
🎟 Is it expensive to learn Czech and what do Czech tutors charge?
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 rate for fifty or so course hours each semester. Language academies and private Czech tutors charge $30-55 per hourly group lesson, with private classes starting from $50 or more. Some of the most budget-friendly Czech tutors can be found online, with rates on Preply averaging 28 and tutor rates varying widely based on tutor hometown, positive reviews and popularity. Average student satisfaction for Czech lessons on Preply is 4.96 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 pass a few pre-requisites. 'Canned' classes vary widely in terms of textbook quality, homework load and tests, so research those in advance. With personal Czech tutors you can read real feedback for whom the tutor is effective with and which other expertise they make available (like teaching children or teens, etc.) For more flexibility, choose a tutor from those teaching online.
🔥 Why is Czech so difficult 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 5 hours a week you will be able to understand everyday phrases, be understood when you talk, shop and place orders in about a year. Physical language immersion is not a practical option for everyone, so online classes are a ready and easy way of acquiring the basic knowledge of Czech. After mastering 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 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 necessitate at least 600 hours of study. The amount of time can differ by a lot 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 best 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 as many as possible ways to think and speak in Czech out loud. If this is not easy you can also take conversational Czech classes online.
🤳 What are my options when choosing the Czech teacher?
In language centers, there's a likelyhood you could choose your own tutor (from the ones who already work there). Online, absolutely! The largest selection of tested Czech tutors with detailed profiles and customer reviews is available on online language learning 'supermarkets' like Preply.
🗓 What's the best time to schedule classes?
Colleges usually 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, the number of lessons is really up to you, with early morning, day, evening and night classes available, on weekdays and/or weekends.