Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
🌆 How to learn Turkish in Dunedin and what does it take in terms of commitment?
Besides self-study with mobile applications, you have four principal choices for learning Turkish interactively in Dunedin. 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 a little more affordable.) Your other spource can be local specialized 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. 4th and last, you can look for a private Turkish tutor in Dunedin. If flexibility is key, you can compare local Dunedin and online Turkish tutors.
🎟 Is it affordable to learn Turkish and how much should Turkish tutors ask?
For university and college courses you can estimate Turkish 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 class hours each semester. Language centers and individual Turkish tutors charge $30-55 per hourly group lesson, with private classes starting from $50 or more. Some of the less pricey Turkish tutors can be found online, with costs on Preply averaging 15 and tutor rates varying widely based on tutor geography, experience and languages the tutor can teach in. Average reviews for Turkish lessons on Preply is 4.94 out of 5 stars.
📚 What level of Turkish do I need 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. All classes vary widely in terms of textbook quality, homework level and tests, so research those in advance. With personal Turkish tutors you can find reviews for whom the tutor is effective with and which other add-ons they make available (like teaching children or teens, etc.) For maximum flexibility, choose a tutor from those who are teaching online.
🔥 Why is Turkish not easy and are there ways to learn it faster?
Standardized language instruction practiced in schools is not the most effective way to learn Turkish. According to experts, you can gain basic Turkish fluency in 300 hours from zero knowledge. Studying and getting feedback a few hours a week you will be able to understand many sentences, be understood when you talk, socialize in about a year. Finding native speakers is not a practical option for everyone, so online classes are a fast and fun way of acquiring the basic knowledge of Turkish. After gaining basic skills, online marketplaces like Preply have Turkish tutors who specialize in intensive classes for intermediate and advanced level practitioners.
🤷 How long does it take to master Turkish?
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 Turkish will demand at least 600 hours of study. The amount of time can differ a lot depending on your already acquired level of Turkish or proficiency in other languages in the same group. As soon as you've learned the basics it is a good idea to use the language as often as possible: watch television, write using your new language skills, seek native speakers to speak with, try additional ways to think and speak in Turkish out loud. If you're struggling when starting a discusssion you can also take conversational Turkish classes online.
🤳 How many possibilities do I choose among when I select the right Turkish instructor?
In colleges and universities, it's possible that you can choose your own tutor (from a limited pool). Online, always! The largest selection of tested Turkish tutors with video profiles and real student reviews is available on online language learning resources like Preply.
🗓 What's the best time to schedule classes?
Colleges run classes two times weekly over a semester (15-week period). Language schools give shorter, 8-week, 12-week, and 16-week course sessions. Online, you can choose your own lesson frequency and time, on weekdays and/or weekends.