Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
🌆 How can I master Latin in Kent, WA and is possible to go light in terms of commitment?
Besides self-study with recorded courses, you have several primary choices for learning Latin interactively in Kent, WA. First, universities and community colleges are an especially good idea for in-state residents. Also, check centers for continuing education and professional studies (they are a little more affordable.) Your second possibility can be local private language academies that are better priced and flexible in schedule and requirements. Third, government-supported learning centers usually offer cheaper group and more expensive in-person courses. 4th and last, you can choose a private Latin tutor in Kent, WA. If flexibility is key, you can compare local Kent, WA and online Latin tutors.
🎟 How expensive is it to learn Latin and what are the ballpark lesson costs for Latin tutors?
For university and college courses you can estimate Latin course cost as 1/10th of the yearly tuition (one course is usually 3 out of 30 credit hours offered) to get the overall charge for 45-48 class hours each semester. Language schools and individual Latin tutors charge $30-55 per hourly group lesson, with private classes starting from $50 or more. Some of the more affordable Latin tutors can be found online, with prices on Preply averaging 40 and tutor rates varying widely based on tutor country of residence, availability and student demand. Real student rating average for Latin lessons on Preply is 4.94 out of 5 stars.
📚 How much Latin do I need to know 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. 'Canned' classes vary widely in terms of textbook quality, homework level and exams, so research those in advance. With personal Latin tutors you can find out in advance for whom the tutor is effective with and which other expertise they make available (like classes for students of A, B, or C leves, etc.) For best flexibility, choose a tutor from those teaching online.
🔥 Why is Latin 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 Latin. Realistically, you can gain basic Latin fluency in 300 hours from zero knowledge. Studying and getting feedback several hours a week you will be able to understand many sentences, speak on some level, get proficient in daily routines in about a year. Finding native speakers is not a practical option for everyone, so online classes are a ready and easy 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 seem to have a natural ability and learn languages quickly, but for most to go beyond the basics and gain working fluency in Latin will require at least 600 hours of study. The actual range of time can differ quite a bit depending on your current level of Latin or familiarity with other languages in the same group. After alphabet and basic reading it is best to use the language as often as possible: watch television, start a journal or write posts and comments using your new language skills, find native speakers to speak with, try additional ways to think and speak in Latin out loud. If it's more difficult than you had imagined you can also take conversational Latin classes online.
🤳 How many possibilities do I choose among when I select the right Latin tutor?
In language centers, you can possibly choose your own tutor (from select few). Online, certainly! The largest selection of tested Latin tutors with video profiles and true reviews is available on online language learning 'supermarkets' like Preply.
🗓 What's the lesson schedule like?
Colleges schedule classes two times weekly over a semester (15-week period). Language schools offer 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.