Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
🌆 How do I improve my Greek in Fort Lauderdale, FL and what are my options in terms of commitment?
Besides self-study using recorded courses, you have a few main choices for learning Greek interactively in Fort Lauderdale, FL. 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 second spource can be local for-profit language academies that are better priced and flexible in schedule and requirements. Third, international learning centers usually offer cheaper group and more expensive in-person courses. Finally, you can opt for a private Greek tutor in Fort Lauderdale, FL. If flexibility is key, you can compare local Fort Lauderdale, FL and online Greek tutors.
🎟 Is it affordable 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 overall charge for 1/2 of a hundred class hours each semester. Language schools and private Greek tutors charge $30-55 for hourly group lesson, with private classes starting from $50 or more. Some of the most budget-friendly Greek tutors can be found online, with rates on Preply averaging 25 and tutor rates varying widely based on tutor geography, experience and languages the tutor can teach in. Customer review average for Greek lessons on Preply is 4.97 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. All classes vary widely in terms of textbook quality, homework load and testing, so research those 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 teaching children or teens, etc.) For better flexibility, choose a tutor from those teaching online.
🔥 Why is Greek so difficult and are there ways to learn it in a better way?
Standardized 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 common phrases, have simple conversations, shop and place orders in about a year. Relocating is not a practical option for everyone, so online classes are a quick and enjoyable way of acquiring the basic knowledge of Greek. After gaining basic skills, online marketplaces like Preply have Greek tutors who specialize in intensive classes for intermediate and advanced students.
🤷 How long does it take to achieve a good level of 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 take at least 600 hours of practice. The required duration of time can differ quite a bit depending on your available level of Greek or familiarity with 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 using your new language skills, seek native speakers to speak with, try more 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.
🤳 What are my options when choosing the Greek instructor?
In language centers, you can possibly choose your own tutor (from up to a dozen teachers). Online, always! The largest selection of approved Greek tutors with full profiles and true reviews is available on online language learning 'supermarkets' like Preply.
🗓 What's the best time to schedule classes?
Colleges usually schedule classes two times weekly over a semester (75-day period). Language schools as a rule 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.