Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
🌆 How do I improve my Turkish in Lethbridge and what are the possibilities in terms of commitment?
Besides self-study with recorded courses, you have 4 key possibilities for learning Turkish interactively in Lethbridge. 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 for-profit language academies that charge 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 Turkish tutor in Lethbridge. If flexibility is key, you can compare local Lethbridge and online Turkish tutors.
🎟 Is it affordable to learn Turkish and what does a lesson with a tutor of Turkish cost?
For university and college courses you can estimate Turkish course cost by dividing annual tuition by 10 (one course is usually 3 out of 30 credit hours offered) to get the overall charge for about 50 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 most budget-friendly Turkish tutors can be found online, with tuition on Preply averaging 15 and tutor rates varying widely based on tutor location, positive reviews and specialization. Real student rating average for Turkish lessons on Preply is 4.94 out of 5 stars.
📚 How much Turkish do I need to know to sign up for a course?
When considering college and learning center classes be prepared prove your profeciency level. All classes vary widely in terms of textbook quality, homework volume and exams, so research those in advance. With personal Turkish tutors you can find reviews for whom the tutor is effective with and which other extras they make available (like instruction for beginners, etc.) For better flexibility, choose a tutor from many teaching online.
🔥 Why is Turkish not easy and are there ways to learn it faster?
Standardized 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 five hours a week you will be able to understand common words, express yourself, get proficient in daily routines in about a year. Offline interaction is not a practical option for everyone, so online classes are a quick and enjoyable way of acquiring the basic knowledge of Turkish. After gaining basic skills, online marketplaces like Preply have Turkish tutors who specialize in intensive classes for intermediate and advanced students.
🤷 How long does it take to get better at speaking Turkish?
Some people have a 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 dedication. The actual range of time can differ by a lot depending on your available level of Turkish or familiarity with other languages in the same group. As soon as you've learned the basics it is recommended to use the language as often as possible: watch television, write 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 you're struggling when starting a discusssion you can also take conversational Turkish classes online.
🤳 Can I pick my own Turkish teacher?
In language centers, it's possible that you can choose your own tutor (from select few). Online, certainly! The largest selection of verified Turkish tutors with full profiles and real student reviews is available on online language learning marketplaces like Preply.
🗓 What's the lesson schedule like?
Colleges usually schedule classes twice a week over a semester (15-week period). Language schools as a rule offer shorter, 8-week, 12-week, and 16-week course sessions. Online, you can take as few as one lesson a year, as many as several a day - and as many (or as few) as you want during any time of day, on weekdays and/or weekends.