Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
🌆 How can I master Serbian in Saratoga Springs, NY and what are my options in terms of commitment?
Besides self-study using apps, you have four primary opportunities for learning Serbian interactively in Saratoga Springs, NY. 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 less pricey.) Your other spource can be local for-profit language academies that charge less 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 opt for a private Serbian tutor in Saratoga Springs, NY. If flexibility is key, you can compare local Saratoga Springs, NY and online Serbian tutors.
🎟 Is it cheap to learn Serbian and what do Serbian tutors charge?
For university and college courses you can estimate Serbian course cost by dividing annual tuition by ten (one course is usually 3 out of 30 credit hours offered) to get the price of about 50 course hours each semester. Language academies and private Serbian tutors charge $30-55 for hourly group lesson, with private classes starting from $50 or more. Some of the less pricey Serbian tutors can be found online, with prices on Preply averaging 20 and tutor rates varying widely based on tutor location, positive reviews and specialization. Average student satisfaction for Serbian lessons on Preply is 4.97 out of 5 stars.
📚 What level of Serbian do I need to sign up for a course?
When considering college and learning center classes be prepared demonstrate proof of your current level. 'Canned' classes vary widely in terms of textbook quality, homework load and exams, so research the details in advance. With personal Serbian tutors you can read real feedback for whom the tutor is effective with and which other extras they make available (like instruction for beginners, etc.) For more flexibility, choose a tutor from a wide selection of those teaching online.
🔥 Why is Serbian so challenging and are there ways to learn it the easy way?
Formal language instruction practiced in schools is not the most effective way to learn Serbian. According to experts, you can gain basic Serbian fluency in 300 hours from zero knowledge. Studying and getting feedback a few hours a week you will be able to understand many sentences, speak on some level, get proficient in daily routines in about a year. Physical language immersion is not a practical option for everyone, so online classes are a fast and enjoyable way of acquiring the basic knowledge of Serbian. After mastering basic skills, online marketplaces like Preply have Serbian tutors who specialize in intensive classes for intermediate and advanced students.
🤷 How long does it take to learn Serbian?
Some people have a natural ability and learn languages quickly, but for most to go beyond the basics and gain working fluency in Serbian will demand at least 600 hours of study. The actual range of time can differ significantly depending on your already acquired level of Serbian 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 TV, write using your new language skills, try to communicate with native speakers to speak with, try additional ways to think and speak in Serbian out loud. If it's more difficult than you had imagined you can also take conversational Serbian classes online.
🤳 Can I choose my own Serbian teacher?
In colleges and universities, there's a chance you can choose your own tutor (from up to a dozen teachers). Online, certainly! The largest selection of verified Serbian tutors with detailed profiles and comprehensive reviews is available on online language learning 'supermarkets' like Preply.
🗓 What's the lesson schedule like?
Colleges typically offer classes two times weekly over a semester (75-day period). Language schools as a rule offer 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.