Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
🌆 How do I skill up on Greek in Vaudreuil-Dorion and what are the possibilities in terms of commitment?
Besides self-study using mobile applications, you have four main opportunities for learning Greek interactively in Vaudreuil-Dorion. 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 2nd option can be local specialized 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 find a private Greek tutor in Vaudreuil-Dorion. If flexibility is key, you can compare local Vaudreuil-Dorion and online Greek tutors.
🎟 Is it expensive to learn Greek and what are the ballpark lesson costs for Greek tutors?
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 price of about 50 course hours each semester. Language centers and individual Greek tutors charge $30-55 per hourly group lesson, with private classes starting from $50 or more. Some of the better priced Greek tutors can be found online, with costs on Preply averaging 25 and tutor rates varying widely based on tutor hometown, experience and popularity. Average student satisfaction for Greek lessons on Preply is 4.96 out of 5 stars.
📚 What are the requirements for Greek language skill level 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 graded tasks, so research the details 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 expertise they make available (like teaching children or teens, etc.) For better flexibility, choose a tutor from those who are teaching online.
🔥 Why is Greek so hard and are there ways to learn it the easy way?
Formal 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 words, be understood when you talk, shop and place orders in about a year. Offline interaction is not a practical option for everyone, so online classes are a rapid and enjoyable 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 learners.
🤷 How long does it take to learn Greek?
Some people 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 required duration of time can differ 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 recommended to use the language as often as possible: watch television, write 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 this is a greater challenge than you had anticipated you can also take conversational Greek classes online.
🤳 Can I choose my own Greek instructor?
In colleges and universities, there's a chance you can choose your own tutor (from the ones who already work there). Online, absolutely! The largest selection of tested Greek tutors with video profiles and true reviews is available on online language learning resources like Preply.
🗓 What time of day and on which days are classes available?
Colleges as a rule structure classes twice a week over a semester (15-week period). Language schools as a rule give shorter, 8-week, 12-week, and 16-week course sessions. Online, the number of lessons is really up to you, with early morning, day, evening and night classes available, on weekdays and/or weekends.