Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
🌆 How do I skill up on Greek in Lowell, MA and is possible to go light in terms of commitment?
Besides self-study using mobile applications, you have 4 main options for learning Greek interactively in Lowell, MA. First, universities and community colleges are an especially good idea for in-state residents. Also, research centers for continuing education and professional studies (they are less pricey.) Your second spource can be local commercial language academies that charge less and flexible in schedule and requirements. Third, international learning centers usually offer cheaper group and more expensive in-person courses. Fourth, you can find a private Greek tutor in Lowell, MA. If flexibility is key, you can compare local Lowell, MA and online Greek tutors.
🎟 Is it cheap to learn Greek and what do Greek tutors charge?
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 overall charge for 1/2 of a hundred class hours each semester. Language academies and independent 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 rates on Preply averaging 25 and tutor rates varying widely based on tutor hometown, availability and student demand. Real student rating 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 pass a few pre-requisites. Planned classes vary widely in terms of textbook quality, homework level and graded tasks, so research each program in advance. With personal Greek tutors you can read reviews and get a good idea for whom the tutor is effective with and which other specializations they make available (like classes for students of A, B, or C leves, etc.) For maximum flexibility, choose a tutor from those 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. According to experts, 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 common words, have simple conversations, shop and place orders in about a year. Offline interaction is not a practical option for everyone, so online classes are a quick 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 master Greek?
Some people brag about their 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 actual range of time can differ by a lot depending on your already acquired level of Greek or familiarity with 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, try typing using your new language skills, look for 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 teacher?
In language centers, it's possible that you can choose your own tutor (from up to a dozen teachers). Online, certainly! The largest selection of tested Greek tutors with detailed profiles and true reviews is available on online language learning 'supermarkets' like Preply.
🗓 Will I be able to fit lessons in my busy schedule?
Colleges typically schedule classes twice a week over a semester (15-week period). Language schools as a rule have 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.