Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
🌆 How do I improve my Greek in Langley and what are my options in terms of commitment?
Besides self-study using special programs, you have a few key possibilities for learning Greek interactively in Langley. 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 option can be local commercial language academies that are cheaper and flexible in schedule and requirements. Third, non-profit learning centers usually offer cheaper group and more expensive in-person courses. Finally, you can look for a private Greek tutor in Langley. If flexibility is key, you can compare local Langley 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 as one-tenth of the yearly tuition (one course is usually 3 out of 30 credit hours offered) to get the cost of about 50 instruction hours each semester. Language academies and individual Greek tutors charge $30-55 an hourly group lesson, with private classes starting from $50 or more. Some of the better priced Greek tutors can be found online, with rates on Preply averaging 25 and tutor rates varying widely based on tutor geography, positive reviews and student demand. 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 to show a language test profeciency score or take an entrance test to determine your level. All classes vary widely in terms of textbook quality, homework load and tests, so research those in advance. With personal Greek tutors you can find reviews for whom the tutor is effective with and which other specializations they make available (like classes for adults, etc.) For better flexibility, choose a tutor from many teaching online.
🔥 Why is Greek so hard and are there ways to learn it the easy way?
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 5 hours a week you will be able to understand many expressions, be understood when you talk, socialize in about a year. Offline interaction is not a practical option for everyone, so online classes are a fast and affordable way of acquiring the basic knowledge of Greek. After attaining 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 get better at speaking 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 demand at least 600 hours of active use. The length of time can differ quite a bit depending on your current level of Greek or proficiency in other languages in the same group. As soon as you've learned the basics it is recommended to use the language as often as possible: watch TV, start a journal or write posts and comments 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 it's more difficult than you had imagined 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, you can possibly choose your own tutor (from select few). Online, certainly! The largest selection of tested Greek tutors with extensive profiles and customer reviews is available on online language learning platforms like Preply.
🗓 What's the best time to schedule classes?
Colleges run classes two times weekly over a semester (15-week period). Language schools 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.