Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
🌆 How can I master Latin in Fair Lawn, NJ and what does it take in terms of commitment?
Besides self-study with recorded courses, you have 4 main choices for learning Latin interactively in Fair Lawn, NJ. 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 less pricey.) Your other spource can be local specialized 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. Fourth, you can look for a private Latin tutor in Fair Lawn, NJ. If flexibility is key, you can compare local Fair Lawn, NJ and online Latin tutors.
🎟 How expensive is it to learn Latin and how much should Latin tutors ask?
For university and college courses you can estimate Latin course cost as one-tenth of the yearly tuition (one course is usually 3 out of 30 credit hours offered) to get the price of about 50 lesson hours each semester. Language schools and private Latin tutors charge $30-55 for hourly group lesson, with individual classes starting from $50 or more. Some of the more affordable Latin tutors can be found online, with rates on Preply averaging 39 and tutor rates varying widely based on tutor location, availability and languages the tutor can teach in. Customer review average for Latin lessons on Preply is 4.94 out of 5 stars.
📚 What level of Latin 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 those in advance. With personal Latin tutors you can read reviews and get a good idea for whom the tutor is effective with and which other add-ons they make available (like intermediate level practice, advanced students etc.) For more flexibility, choose a tutor from many teaching online.
🔥 Why is Latin so challenging and are there ways to learn it the easy way?
Standardized language instruction practiced in schools is not the most effective way to learn Latin. Realistically, you can gain basic Latin fluency in 300 hours from zero knowledge. Studying and getting feedback 5 hours a week you will be able to understand common words, be understood when you talk, get proficient in daily routines in about a year. Physical language immersion is not a practical option for everyone, so online classes are a ready and enjoyable way of acquiring the basic knowledge of Latin. After attaining basic skills, online marketplaces like Preply have Latin tutors who specialize in intensive classes for intermediate and advanced level practitioners.
🤷 How long does it take to get better at speaking Latin?
Some people just have a natural ability and learn languages quickly, but for most to go beyond the basics and gain working fluency in Latin will take at least 600 hours of dedication. The length of time can differ quite a bit depending on your existing level of Latin or knowledge of other languages in the same group. After alphabet and basic reading it is a good idea to use the language as often as possible: watch television, write by hand and online using your new language skills, try to communicate with native speakers to speak with, try as many as possible ways to think and speak in Latin out loud. If this is a greater challenge than you had anticipated you can also take conversational Latin classes online.
🤳 What are my options when choosing the Latin instructor?
In colleges and universities, there's a chance you can choose your own tutor (from a limited pool). Online, certainly! The largest selection of pre-screened Latin tutors with full profiles and real student reviews is available on online language learning platforms like Preply.
🗓 Will I be able to fit lessons in my busy schedule?
Colleges usually schedule classes two times weekly over a semester (15-week period). Language schools typically make available 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.