Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
🌆 How do I improve my Czech in Taos, NM and is possible to go light in terms of commitment?
Besides self-study with mobile applications, you have several primary opportunities for learning Czech interactively in Taos, NM. First, universities and community colleges are an especially good idea for in-state residents. Also, research centers for continuing education and professional studies (they are better priced.) Your other resource can be local specialized language academies that are better priced 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 Taos, NM. If flexibility is key, you can compare local Taos, NM 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 10 (one course is usually 3 out of 30 credit hours offered) to get the cost of 45-48 class hours each semester. Language academies and independent Czech tutors charge $30-55 an hourly group lesson, with private classes starting around $50 or more. Some of the more affordable Czech tutors can be found online, with tuition on Preply averaging 28 and tutor rates varying widely based on tutor location, availability and languages the tutor can teach in. Real student rating average for Czech lessons on Preply is 4.95 out of 5 stars.
📚 How much Czech do I need to know to sign up for a course?
When considering college and learning center classes be prepared demonstrate proof of your current level. All classes vary widely in terms of textbook quality, homework volume and graded tasks, so research those 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 instruction for beginners, etc.) For best flexibility, choose a tutor from many teaching online.
🔥 Why is Czech so hard 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 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 common expressions, have simple conversations, get proficient in daily routines in about a year. Physical language immersion is not a practical option for everyone, so online classes are a quick and enjoyable way of acquiring the basic knowledge of Czech. After acquiring basic skills, online marketplaces like Preply have Czech tutors who specialize in intensive classes for intermediate and advanced learners.
🤷 How long does it take to master 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 require at least 600 hours of active use. The required duration of time can differ a lot depending on your already acquired level of Czech or knowledge of other languages in the same group. After alphabet and basic reading it is a good idea to use the language as often as possible: watch TV, write using your new language skills, look for native speakers to speak with, try additional ways to think and speak in Czech out loud. If this is not easy you can also take conversational Czech classes online.
🤳 Can I choose my own Czech teacher?
In learning centers, there's a likelyhood you could choose your own tutor (from up to a dozen teachers). Online, certainly! The largest selection of tested Czech tutors with detailed 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 (75-day period). Language schools usually make available 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.