Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
🌆 How do I skill up on Greek in Edinburgh and what are the possibilities in terms of commitment?
Besides self-study with recorded courses, you have several primary options for learning Greek interactively in Edinburgh. 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 better priced.) Your 2nd resource can be local private language academies that charge less and flexible in schedule and requirements. Third, government-supported learning centers usually offer cheaper group and more expensive in-person courses. Last, you can look for a private Greek tutor in Edinburgh. If flexibility is key, you can compare local Edinburgh and online Greek tutors.
🎟 How expensive is it 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 instruction hours each semester. Language academies and independent Greek tutors charge $30-55 for hourly group lesson, with individual classes starting around $50 or more. Some of the more affordable Greek tutors can be found online, with rates on Preply averaging 25 and tutor rates varying widely based on tutor country of residence, ratings and popularity. Average student satisfaction for Greek lessons on Preply is 4.97 out of 5 stars.
📚 What level of Greek 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 volume and exams, so research all such requirements in advance. With personal Greek tutors you can read real feedback for whom the tutor is effective with and which other add-ons they make available (like instruction for beginners, etc.) For best flexibility, choose a tutor from those who are teaching online.
🔥 Why is Greek so difficult 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 several hours a week you will be able to understand most phrases, speak on some level, socialize in about a year. Finding native speakers is not a practical option for everyone, so online classes are a quick and enjoyable 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 learn 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 require at least 600 hours of dedication. The required duration of time can differ by 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 advised to use the language as often as possible: watch videos, try typing using your new language skills, try to communicate with native speakers to speak with, try more ways to think and speak in Greek out loud. If you're struggling when starting a discusssion you can also take conversational Greek classes online.
🤳 What are my options when choosing the Greek teacher?
In learning centers, there's a likelyhood you could choose your own tutor (from up to a dozen teachers). Online, of course! The largest selection of tested Greek tutors with full profiles and real student reviews is available on online language learning 'supermarkets' like Preply.
🗓 What time of day and on which days are classes available?
Colleges as a rule structure classes two times weekly over a semester (75-day period). Language schools usually offer 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.