Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
🌆 How do I skill up on Greek in Mississauga and what does it take in terms of commitment?
Besides self-study using special programs, you have a few main possibilities for learning Greek interactively in Mississauga. 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 cheaper.) Your other option 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 opt for a private Greek tutor in Mississauga. If flexibility is key, you can compare local Mississauga and online Greek tutors.
🎟 Is it cheap to learn Greek and how much should Greek tutors ask?
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 45-48 lesson hours each semester. Language centers and independent Greek tutors charge $30-55 per hourly group lesson, with individual classes starting around $50 or more. Some of the better priced Greek tutors can be found online, with prices on Preply averaging 25 and tutor rates varying widely based on tutor geography, experience and specialization. Average reviews 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 demonstrate proof of your current level. 'Canned' classes vary widely in terms of textbook quality, homework commitment and exams, so research those 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 teaching children or teens, etc.) For more flexibility, choose a tutor from those who are teaching online.
🔥 Why is Greek not easy and are there ways to learn it more effectively?
Formal language instruction practiced in schools is not the most effective way to learn Greek. Realistically, 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 many sentences, be understood when you talk, socialize in about a year. Finding native speakers is not a practical option for everyone, so online classes are a quick and easy way of acquiring the basic knowledge of Greek. After acquiring 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 get better at speaking 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 require at least 600 hours of active use. The amount of time can differ quite a bit depending on your existing 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 news and movies, 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.
🤳 What are my options when choosing the Greek instructor?
In learning centers, there's a likelyhood you could choose your own tutor (from a limited pool). Online, always! The largest selection of pre-screened Greek tutors with full profiles and real student reviews is available on online language learning 'supermarkets' like Preply.
🗓 What's the best time to schedule classes?
Colleges as a rule structure classes two times weekly over a semester (75-day period). Language schools make available shorter, 8-week, 12-week, and 16-week course sessions. Online, you can choose your own lesson frequency and time, on weekdays and/or weekends.