Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
🌆 How to learn Greek in Quebec and is possible to go light in terms of commitment?
Besides self-study using mobile applications, you have a few key options for learning Greek interactively in Quebec. 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 better priced.) Your 2nd option can be local for-profit 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 look for a private Greek tutor in Quebec. If flexibility is key, you can compare local Quebec and online Greek tutors.
🎟 How expensive is it to learn Greek and what do Greek tutors charge?
For university and college courses you can estimate Greek course cost by dividing annual tuition by 10 (one course is usually 3 out of 30 credit hours offered) to get the overall charge for fifty or so instruction hours each semester. Language centers and individual Greek tutors charge $30-55 an hourly group lesson, with private classes starting around $50 or more. Some of the most budget-friendly 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. Real student rating average 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 prove your profeciency level. Planned classes vary widely in terms of textbook quality, homework commitment and tests, 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 extras they make available (like instruction for beginners, etc.) For more flexibility, choose a tutor from a wide selection of those teaching online.
🔥 Why is Greek not easy and are there ways to learn it faster?
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 common phrases, speak on some level, get proficient in daily routines in about a year. Finding native speakers is not a practical option for everyone, so online classes are a fast and affordable 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 students.
🤷 How long does it take to achieve a good level of 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 active use. The actual range of time can differ a lot depending on your current level of Greek or familiarity with other languages in the same group. After alphabet and basic reading it is advised to use the language as often as possible: watch television, try typing using your new language skills, try to communicate with native speakers to speak with, try as many as possible ways to think and speak in Greek out loud. If you're struggling when starting a discusssion you can also take conversational Greek classes online.
🤳 What are my options when choosing the Greek teacher?
In colleges and universities, there's a chance you can choose your own tutor (from up to a dozen teachers). Online, absolutely! The largest selection of verified Greek tutors with extensive profiles and comprehensive reviews is available on online language learning 'supermarkets' like Preply.
🗓 What's the best time to schedule classes?
Colleges as a rule run 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.