There is no doubt that the COVID‑19 pandemic introduced new educational trends and made online lessons more common. The overall pros and cons of studying online are rather evident: accessibility from any location, lower costs, boosting self-discipline and responsibility. We would like to focus on the issue of online Russian lessons. At first glance, nothing can be better than studying a language in the country where it is spoken. However, we can give you several reasons, why learning Russian language online is quite beneficial as well.
1. Comfortable for the beginners
From our point of view, online Russian lessons via skype or a similar platform can be especially comfortable and fruitful as the first steps in learning Russian language. Taking up an online Russian course is a great opportunity to acquire basic grammar and phonetic skills. After acquiring these skills, you will not feel embarrassed during your travel to Russia. Some people argue that it is better to learn Russian in Russia and enter a Russian course in St Petersbrg or Moscow straight away. According to them, it helps to overcome the language barrier faster. Of course, this variant is wonderful and exciting. However, as a complete beginner, you might hesitate to talk to strangers in the streets and public places. That is why it might be more practical to invest in travel to Russia after completing a starter’s online course.
2. You needn’t take a leave
Online Russian courses can be easily combined with work or studying at university. Time of the classes and intensity of the course is flexible. If you have a busy schedule, you can take up an online Russian course, study at a moderate pace for a couple of months and then plan a travel to Russia in summer, during your vacation.
3. “Test mode”
Basically, you can just see, whether you are really into Rusisian language and Russian culture. In EDUCA all teachers are native speakers and they can immerse you in Russian culture even through skype or zoom. At the same time, the immersion will be gradual and easy. No culture shock and no stress caused by the travel bothers. Perfect!
4. No travel expenses
Admittedly, decent Russian online lessons are pricy enough. However, it is still far more affordable to learn Russian language online than to travel and study abroad. When studying from home you don’t have to pay for the tickets, Russian student visa and accommodation in Russia.
Of course, online studying will hardly ever replace face-to-face lessons. We definitely advise you to enroll at Russian courses in Russia one day. Nevertheless, in case you do not have such an opportunity right now, be sure that online Russian course is a perfect alternative and even can be better in some ways.
