Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
🌆 How do I skill up on Greek in Jersey City, NJ and is possible to go light in terms of commitment?
Besides self-study using apps, you have four primary opportunities for learning Greek interactively in Jersey City, NJ. 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 better priced.) Your 2nd option can be local specialized 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. Finally, you can opt for a private Greek tutor in Jersey City, NJ. If flexibility is key, you can compare local Jersey City, NJ and online Greek tutors.
🎟 Is it cheap 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 one-tenth of the yearly tuition (one course is usually 3 out of 30 credit hours offered) to get the overall charge for about 50 class hours each semester. Language centers and independent Greek tutors charge $30-55 per hourly group lesson, with individual classes starting around $50 or more. Some of the better priced Greek tutors can be found online, with rates on Preply averaging 25 and tutor rates varying widely based on tutor location, availability and popularity. Average student satisfaction for Greek lessons on Preply is 4.96 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 prove your profeciency level. Predetermined curriculum classes vary widely in terms of textbook quality, homework level and graded tasks, 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 specializations they make available (like teaching children or teens, etc.) For more flexibility, choose a tutor from those who are teaching online.
🔥 Why is Greek not easy and are there ways to learn it faster?
Formal language instruction practiced in schools is not the most effective way to learn Greek. Realistically, you can gain basic Greek fluency in 300 hours from zero knowledge. Studying and getting feedback 5 hours a week you will be able to understand many expressions, speak on some level, shop and place orders in about a year. Physical language immersion is not a practical option for everyone, so online classes are a quick and affordable 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 brag about their 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 actual range of time can differ quite a bit depending on your available level of Greek 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 videos, start a journal or write posts and comments using your new language skills, look for native speakers to speak with, try additional ways to think and speak in Greek out loud. If this is a greater challenge than you had anticipated 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 the ones who already work there). Online, certainly! The largest selection of approved Greek tutors with full profiles and comprehensive reviews is available on online language learning resources like Preply.
🗓 Will I be able to fit lessons in my busy schedule?
Colleges as a rule schedule classes two times weekly over a semester (75-day period). Language schools typically make available 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.