Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
🌆 How to learn Greek in Eastbourne and what are the possibilities in terms of commitment?
Besides self-study with apps, you have 4 main choices for learning Greek interactively in Eastbourne. 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 a little more affordable.) Your other spource can be local for-profit language academies that are cheaper and flexible in schedule and requirements. Third, not-for-profit learning centers usually offer cheaper group and more expensive in-person courses. 4th and last, you can opt for a private Greek tutor in Eastbourne. If flexibility is key, you can compare local Eastbourne and online Greek tutors.
🎟 Is it expensive to learn Greek and what does a lesson with a tutor of Greek cost?
For university and college courses you can estimate Greek course cost by dividing annual tuition by ten (one course is usually 3 out of 30 credit hours offered) to get the cost of 1/2 of a hundred instruction hours each semester. Language centers and private Greek tutors charge $30-55 an hourly group lesson, with private classes starting from $50 or more. Some of the more affordable Greek tutors can be found online, with tuition on Preply averaging 25 and tutor rates varying widely based on tutor hometown, experience and popularity. Average student satisfaction for Greek lessons on Preply is 4.96 out of 5 stars.
📚 What level of Greek do I need to sign up for a course?
When considering college and learning center classes be prepared pass a few pre-requisites. All classes vary widely in terms of textbook quality, homework volume and graded tasks, so research each program in advance. With personal Greek tutors you can find reviews for whom the tutor is effective with and which other expertise they make available (like classes for adults, etc.) For more flexibility, choose a tutor from many teaching online.
🔥 Why is Greek so hard and are there ways to learn it more effectively?
Standardized language instruction practiced in schools is not the most effective way to learn Greek. As proven by others before, you can gain basic Greek fluency in 300 hours from zero knowledge. Studying and getting feedback several hours a week you will be able to understand common expressions, be understood when you talk, shop and place orders in about a year. Finding native speakers is not a practical option for everyone, so online classes are a rapid and easy way of acquiring the basic knowledge of Greek. After mastering basic skills, online marketplaces like Preply have Greek tutors who specialize in intensive classes for intermediate and advanced level practitioners.
🤷 How long does it take to learn Greek?
Some people seem to have a natural ability and learn languages quickly, but for most to go beyond the basics and gain working fluency in Greek will take at least 600 hours of active use. The actual range of time can differ quite a bit depending on your current level of Greek 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 videos, write using your new language skills, find native speakers to speak with, try additional ways to think and speak in Greek out loud. If this is not easy you can also take conversational Greek classes online.
🤳 Can I pick my own Greek tutor?
In language learning academies, there's a likelyhood you could choose your own tutor (from the ones who already work there). Online, always! The largest selection of verified Greek tutors with extensive profiles and comprehensive 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 (15-week period). Language schools usually give 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.