Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
🌆 How do I skill up on Greek in Ellesmere Port and what does it take in terms of commitment?
Besides self-study with apps, you have four principal options for learning Greek interactively in Ellesmere Port. 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 second resource can be local commercial language academies that are cheaper and flexible in schedule and requirements. Third, international learning centers usually offer cheaper group and more expensive in-person courses. 4th and last, you can find a private Greek tutor in Ellesmere Port. If flexibility is key, you can compare local Ellesmere Port and online Greek tutors.
🎟 How expensive is it to learn Greek and what are the ballpark lesson costs for Greek tutors?
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 45-48 instruction hours each semester. Language centers and private Greek tutors charge $30-55 for hourly group lesson, with individual classes starting around $50 or more. Some of the better priced Greek tutors can be found online, with tuition on Preply averaging 25 and tutor rates varying widely based on tutor geography, availability and popularity. Customer review average for Greek lessons on Preply is 4.96 out of 5 stars.
📚 How much Greek do I need to know to sign up for a course?
When considering college and learning center classes be prepared to show a language test profeciency score or take an entrance test to determine your level. Predetermined curriculum classes vary widely in terms of textbook quality, homework volume and exams, so research each program in advance. With personal Greek tutors you can read real feedback for whom the tutor is effective with and which other specializations they make available (like teaching children or teens, etc.) For more flexibility, choose a tutor from those teaching online.
🔥 Why is Greek not easy and are there ways to learn it more effectively?
One-size-fits-all language instruction practiced in schools is not the most effective way to learn Greek. According to experts, you can gain basic Greek fluency in 300 hours from zero knowledge. Studying and getting feedback a few hours a week you will be able to understand most sentences, express yourself, get proficient in daily routines in about a year. Relocating is not a practical option for everyone, so online classes are a ready and affordable way of acquiring the basic knowledge of Greek. After gaining basic skills, online marketplaces like Preply have Greek tutors who specialize in intensive classes for intermediate and advanced speakers.
🤷 How long does it take to master Greek?
Some people just 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 dedication. The length of time can differ quite a bit depending on your existing level of Greek or familiarity with other languages in the same group. After alphabet and basic reading it is recommended to use the language as often as possible: watch television, write using your new language skills, try to communicate with native speakers to speak with, try additional ways to think and speak in Greek out loud. If this is a greater challenge than you had anticipated you can also take conversational Greek classes online.
🤳 How many possibilities do I choose among when I select the right Greek tutor?
In learning centers, there's a likelyhood you could choose your own tutor (from select few). Online, certainly! The largest selection of verified Greek tutors with extensive profiles and true reviews is available on online language learning resources like Preply.
🗓 Will I be able to fit lessons in my busy schedule?
Colleges as a rule schedule classes twice a week over a semester (15-week period). Language schools typically 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.