Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
🌆 How can I master Greek in Mackay and what are the possibilities in terms of commitment?
Besides self-study with apps, you have several key possibilities for learning Greek interactively in Mackay. First, universities and community colleges are an especially good idea for in-state residents. Also, ask about the centers for continuing education and professional studies (they are a little more affordable.) Your 2nd possibility can be local commercial language academies that charge less and flexible in schedule and requirements. Third, non-profit learning centers usually offer cheaper group and more expensive in-person courses. Fourth, you can choose a private Greek tutor in Mackay. If flexibility is key, you can compare local Mackay and online Greek tutors.
🎟 How expensive is it to learn Greek and what do Greek tutors charge?
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 price of 1/2 of a hundred class hours each semester. Language centers and private Greek tutors charge $30-55 an hourly group lesson, with private classes starting from $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 country of residence, availability and languages the tutor can teach in. 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 demonstrate proof of your current level. Predetermined curriculum classes vary widely in terms of textbook quality, homework volume and tests, so research those in advance. With personal Greek tutors you can read real feedback for whom the tutor is effective with and which other expertise they make available (like instruction for beginners, etc.) For better flexibility, choose a tutor from a wide selection of those teaching online.
🔥 Why is Greek so hard and are there ways to learn it more effectively?
Formal language instruction practiced in schools is not the most effective way to learn Greek. In reality, you can gain basic Greek fluency in 300 hours from zero knowledge. Studying and getting feedback a few hours a week you will be able to understand many words, be understood when you talk, shop and place orders in about a year. Offline interaction is not a practical option for everyone, so online classes are a quick and affordable way of acquiring the basic knowledge of Greek. After mastering basic skills, online marketplaces like Preply have Greek tutors who specialize in intensive classes for intermediate and advanced level practitioners.
🤷 How long does it take to master Greek?
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 Greek will demand at least 600 hours of study. The amount of time can differ quite a bit depending on your already acquired level of Greek or knowledge of 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 TV, start a journal or write posts and comments using your new language skills, look for native speakers to speak with, try other ways to think and speak in Greek out loud. If this is not easy you can also take conversational Greek classes online.
🤳 Can I pick my own Greek tutor?
In learning centers, you can possibly choose your own tutor (from select few). Online, of course! The largest selection of approved Greek tutors with full profiles and real student reviews is available on online language learning 'supermarkets' like Preply.
🗓 What's the lesson schedule like?
Colleges usually run classes two times weekly over a semester (15-week period). Language schools usually make available 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.