Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
🌆 How to learn English in Prague and what does it take in terms of commitment?
Besides self-study with mobile applications, you have four main opportunities for learning English interactively in Prague. First, universities and community colleges are an especially good idea for in-state residents. Also, read about centers for continuing education and professional studies (they are cheaper.) Your second spource 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. Fourth, you can choose a private English tutor in Prague. If flexibility is key, you can compare local Prague and online English tutors.
🎟 Is it affordable to learn English and what are the ballpark lesson costs for English tutors?
For university and college courses you can estimate English course cost by dividing annual tuition by 10 (one course is usually 3 out of 30 credit hours offered) to get the rate for about 50 instruction hours each semester. Language schools and independent English tutors charge $30-55 per hourly group lesson, with private classes starting around $50 or more. Some of the more affordable English tutors can be found online, with prices on LearnZone averaging 14 and tutor rates varying widely based on tutor geography, experience and specialization. Customer review average for English lessons on LearnZone is 4.93 out of 5 stars.
📚 How much English do I need to know to sign up for a course?
When considering college and learning center classes be prepared prove your profeciency level. All classes vary widely in terms of textbook quality, homework load and graded tasks, so research all such requirements in advance. With personal English tutors you can read reviews and get a good idea for whom the tutor is effective with and which other extras they make available (like intermediate level practice, advanced students etc.) For more flexibility, choose a tutor from those who are teaching online.
🔥 Why is English not easy and are there ways to learn it faster?
Formal language instruction practiced in schools is not the most effective way to learn English. According to experts, you can gain basic English fluency in 300 hours from zero knowledge. Studying and getting feedback 5 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 quick and affordable way of acquiring the basic knowledge of English. After attaining basic skills, online marketplaces like LearnZone have English tutors who specialize in intensive classes for intermediate and advanced students.
🤷 How long does it take to achieve a good level of English?
Some people brag about their natural ability and learn languages quickly, but for most to go beyond the basics and gain working fluency in English will require at least 600 hours of dedication. The amount of time can differ by a lot depending on your available level of English or familiarity with 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, try typing using your new language skills, look for native speakers to speak with, try more ways to think and speak in English out loud. If this is not easy you can also take conversational English classes online.
🤳 How many possibilities do I choose among when I select the right English teacher?
In language learning academies, you can possibly choose your own tutor (from up to a dozen teachers). Online, always! The largest selection of tested English tutors with extensive profiles and true reviews is available on online language learning resources like LearnZone.
🗓 What time of day and on which days are classes available?
Colleges as a rule schedule classes twice a week over a semester (75-day period). Language schools as a rule have shorter, 8-week, 12-week, and 16-week course sessions. Online, allows the flexibility to schedule lessons around your commitments, on weekdays and/or weekends.