Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
🌆 How do I improve my Turkish in Jacksonville, FL and what are my options in terms of commitment?
Besides self-study using mobile applications, you have four main opportunities for learning Turkish interactively in Jacksonville, FL. First, universities and community colleges are an especially good idea for in-state residents. Also, read about centers for continuing education and professional studies (they are less pricey.) Your 2nd option can be local commercial language academies that are cheaper and flexible in schedule and requirements. Third, non-profit learning centers usually offer cheaper group and more expensive in-person courses. 4th and last, you can opt for a private Turkish tutor in Jacksonville, FL. If flexibility is key, you can compare local Jacksonville, FL and online Turkish tutors.
🎟 Is it affordable to learn Turkish and what do Turkish tutors charge?
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 price of fifty or so class hours each semester. Language schools and private Turkish tutors charge $30-55 per hourly group lesson, with private classes starting around $50 or more. Some of the better priced Turkish tutors can be found online, with prices on Preply averaging 15 and tutor rates varying widely based on tutor geography, positive reviews and languages the tutor can teach in. Average student satisfaction for Turkish lessons on Preply is 4.95 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. Predetermined curriculum classes vary widely in terms of textbook quality, homework volume and tests, so research all such requirements in advance. With personal Turkish tutors you can read real feedback for whom the tutor is effective with and which other specializations they make available (like teaching children or teens, etc.) For maximum flexibility, choose a tutor from those who are teaching online.
🔥 Why is Turkish so challenging and are there ways to learn it faster?
Formal language instruction practiced in schools is not the most effective way to learn Turkish. As proven by others before, you can gain basic Turkish fluency in 300 hours from zero knowledge. Studying and getting feedback 5 hours a week you will be able to understand many words, have simple conversations, shop and place orders in about a year. Finding native speakers is not a practical option for everyone, so online classes are a fast and enjoyable way of acquiring the basic knowledge of Turkish. After mastering basic skills, online marketplaces like Preply have Turkish tutors who specialize in intensive classes for intermediate and advanced speakers.
🤷 How long does it take to learn Turkish?
Some people brag about their natural ability and learn languages quickly, but for most to go beyond the basics and gain working fluency in Turkish will necessitate at least 600 hours of active use. The amount of time can differ quite a bit depending on your current level of Turkish or proficiency in 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, start a journal or write posts and comments 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 Turkish out loud. If it's more difficult than you had imagined you can also take conversational Turkish classes online.
🤳 Can I pick my own Turkish instructor?
In language learning academies, you can possibly choose your own tutor (from select few). Online, always! The largest selection of tested Turkish tutors with video profiles and comprehensive reviews is available on online language learning marketplaces like Preply.
🗓 Will I be able to fit lessons in my busy schedule?
Colleges usually run classes twice a week over a semester (75-day period). Language schools typically make available shorter, 8-week, 12-week, and 16-week course sessions. Online, allows the flexibility to schedule lessons around your commitments, on weekdays and/or weekends.