Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
🌆 How do I improve my Greek in Sault Ste. Marie and what does it take in terms of commitment?
Besides self-study using recorded courses, you have four main opportunities for learning Greek interactively in Sault Ste. Marie. First, universities and community colleges are an especially good idea for in-state residents. Also, ask about the centers for continuing education and professional studies (they are cheaper.) Your 2nd spource can be local specialized language academies that charge less and flexible in schedule and requirements. Third, non-profit learning centers usually offer cheaper group and more expensive in-person courses. Fourth, you can choose a private Greek tutor in Sault Ste. Marie. If flexibility is key, you can compare local Sault Ste. Marie and online Greek tutors.
🎟 How expensive is it to learn Greek and how much should Greek tutors ask?
For university and college courses you can estimate Greek course cost as 1/10th of the yearly tuition (one course is usually 3 out of 30 credit hours offered) to get the overall charge for fifty or so lesson 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 more affordable Greek tutors can be found online, with costs on Preply averaging 25 and tutor rates varying widely based on tutor country of residence, positive reviews and specialization. Average student satisfaction 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. All classes vary widely in terms of textbook quality, homework load and tests, so research each program in advance. With personal Greek tutors you can find out in advance for whom the tutor is effective with and which other extras they make available (like intermediate level practice, advanced students etc.) For best flexibility, choose a tutor from those who are teaching online.
🔥 Why is Greek so hard and are there ways to learn it in a better way?
One-size-fits-all 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 a few hours a week you will be able to understand most phrases, have simple conversations, 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 gaining 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 achieve a good level of 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 require at least 600 hours of study. The length of time can differ by a lot depending on your current level of Greek or proficiency in other languages in the same group. After alphabet and basic reading 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, seek native speakers to speak with, try more 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 tutor?
In colleges and universities, it's possible that you can choose your own tutor (from the ones who already work there). Online, absolutely! The largest selection of pre-screened Greek tutors with detailed profiles and customer reviews is available on online language learning 'supermarkets' like Preply.
🗓 What's the lesson schedule like?
Colleges as a rule offer classes twice a week over a semester (75-day period). Language schools give 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.