Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
🌆 How to learn Greek in Calgary and what are my options in terms of commitment?
Besides self-study using recorded courses, you have several main options for learning Greek interactively in Calgary. First, universities and community colleges are an especially good idea for in-state residents. Also, read about centers for continuing education and professional studies (they are less pricey.) Your 2nd option can be local commercial language academies that are cheaper and flexible in schedule and requirements. Third, government-supported learning centers usually offer cheaper group and more expensive in-person courses. Last, you can opt for a private Greek tutor in Calgary. If flexibility is key, you can compare local Calgary and online Greek tutors.
🎟 Is it cheap 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 price of fifty or so instruction hours each semester. Language schools and private Greek tutors charge $30-55 an hourly group lesson, with individual 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 country of residence, experience and popularity. Customer review average for Greek lessons on Preply is 4.97 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 pass a few pre-requisites. Predetermined curriculum classes vary widely in terms of textbook quality, homework commitment and exams, so research all such requirements 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 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 faster?
Standardized language instruction practiced in schools is not the most effective way to learn Greek. In reality, you can gain basic Greek fluency in 300 hours from zero knowledge. Studying and getting feedback several hours a week you will be able to understand many sentences, be understood when you talk, do most everyday tasks in about a year. Offline interaction is not a practical option for everyone, so online classes are a ready 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 master 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 necessitate at least 600 hours of practice. The amount of time can differ a lot depending on your current level of Greek or familiarity with other languages in the same group. As soon as you've learned the basics it is advised to use the language as often as possible: watch TV, write by hand and online using your new language skills, try to communicate with native speakers to speak with, try other 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.
🤳 Can I pick my own Greek tutor?
In language learning academies, there's a chance you can choose your own tutor (from select few). Online, certainly! The largest selection of verified Greek tutors with detailed profiles and customer reviews is available on online language learning 'supermarkets' like Preply.
🗓 Will I be able to fit lessons in my busy schedule?
Colleges schedule classes twice a week over a semester (75-day period). Language schools typically 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.