Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
🌆 How to learn Greek in Charlottesville, VA and what are the possibilities in terms of commitment?
Besides self-study with mobile applications, you have 4 principal possibilities for learning Greek interactively in Charlottesville, VA. 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 cheaper.) Your second possibility can be local for-profit language academies that charge less and flexible in schedule and requirements. Third, international learning centers usually offer cheaper group and more expensive in-person courses. Fourth, you can opt for a private Greek tutor in Charlottesville, VA. If flexibility is key, you can compare local Charlottesville, VA and online Greek tutors.
🎟 Is it affordable to learn Greek and how much should Greek tutors ask?
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 rate for 45-48 course hours each semester. Language academies and individual Greek tutors charge $30-55 for hourly group lesson, with individual classes starting from $50 or more. Some of the less pricey Greek tutors can be found online, with rates on Preply averaging 25 and tutor rates varying widely based on tutor location, availability and languages the tutor can teach in. Real student rating average 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 to show a language test profeciency score or take an entrance test to determine your level. Planned classes vary widely in terms of textbook quality, homework level and exams, 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 expertise they make available (like classes for adults, etc.) For maximum flexibility, choose a tutor from many teaching online.
🔥 Why is Greek so difficult and are there ways to learn it more effectively?
Standardized language instruction practiced in schools is not the most effective way to learn Greek. Realistically, you can gain basic Greek fluency in 300 hours from zero knowledge. Studying and getting feedback 5 hours a week you will be able to understand many phrases, express yourself, shop and place orders in about a year. Relocating is not a practical option for everyone, so online classes are a ready and fun 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 level practitioners.
🤷 How long does it take to get better at speaking 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 demand at least 600 hours of dedication. The actual range of time can differ quite a bit depending on your available level of Greek or knowledge of other languages in the same group. After alphabet and basic reading it is best 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, look for native speakers to speak with, try additional 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.
🤳 How many possibilities do I choose among when I select the right Greek coach?
In language learning academies, there's a likelyhood you could choose your own tutor (from up to a dozen teachers). Online, always! The largest selection of pre-screened Greek tutors with full profiles and customer reviews is available on online language learning marketplaces like Preply.
🗓 Will I be able to fit lessons in my busy schedule?
Colleges structure classes twice a week over a semester (75-day period). Language schools typically offer 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.