Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
🌆 How to learn Greek in Brooklyn, NY and what are the possibilities in terms of commitment?
Besides self-study using recorded courses, you have several main possibilities for learning Greek interactively in Brooklyn, NY. 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 cost less and flexible in schedule and requirements. Third, not-for-profit learning centers usually offer cheaper group and more expensive in-person courses. Finally, you can find a private Greek tutor in Brooklyn, NY. If flexibility is key, you can compare local Brooklyn, NY and online Greek tutors.
🎟 Is it affordable to learn Greek and what are the ballpark lesson costs for Greek tutors?
For university and college courses you can estimate Greek course cost by dividing annual tuition by ten (one course is usually 3 out of 30 credit hours offered) to get the overall charge for about 50 class hours each semester. Language centers 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 costs on Preply averaging 25 and tutor rates varying widely based on tutor location, positive reviews and languages the tutor can teach in. 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. Planned classes vary widely in terms of textbook quality, homework volume 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 add-ons they make available (like intermediate level practice, advanced students etc.) For maximum flexibility, choose a tutor from a wide selection of those 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. 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 common phrases, speak on some level, socialize in about a year. Physical language immersion is not a practical option for everyone, so online classes are a rapid and affordable way of acquiring the basic knowledge of Greek. After mastering 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 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 necessitate at least 600 hours of study. The amount of time can differ a lot depending on your current level of Greek or knowledge of other languages in the same group. After alphabet and basic reading it is recommended to use the language as often as possible: watch TV, start a journal or write posts and comments using your new language skills, find native speakers to speak with, try as many as possible ways to think and speak in Greek out loud. If this is not easy you can also take conversational Greek classes online.
🤳 Can I choose my own Greek teacher?
In learning centers, there's a chance you can choose your own tutor (from the ones who already work there). Online, of course! The largest selection of approved Greek tutors with full profiles and real student reviews is available on online language learning platforms like Preply.
🗓 What time of day and on which days are classes available?
Colleges as a rule schedule classes two times weekly over a semester (75-day period). Language schools as a rule give 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.