Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
🌆 How do I improve my Turkish in Oakville and what are my options in terms of commitment?
Besides self-study with mobile applications, you have 4 principal opportunities for learning Turkish interactively in Oakville. 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 other resource can be local private 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. 4th and last, you can choose a private Turkish tutor in Oakville. If flexibility is key, you can compare local Oakville and online Turkish tutors.
🎟 Is it expensive 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 ten (one course is usually 3 out of 30 credit hours offered) to get the overall charge for about 50 course hours each semester. Language academies and individual Turkish tutors charge $30-55 an hourly group lesson, with private classes starting from $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 country of residence, availability and popularity. Average reviews for Turkish lessons on Preply is 4.94 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 pass a few pre-requisites. Predetermined curriculum classes vary widely in terms of textbook quality, homework load and exams, so research all such requirements in advance. With personal Turkish tutors you can read reviews and get a good idea for whom the tutor is effective with and which other add-ons they make available (like classes for adults, etc.) For maximum flexibility, choose a tutor from those who are teaching online.
🔥 Why is Turkish so difficult and are there ways to learn it faster?
Standardized language instruction practiced in schools is not the most effective way to learn Turkish. Realistically, 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 common words, speak on some level, do most everyday tasks in about a year. Physical language immersion is not a practical option for everyone, so online classes are a quick 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 students.
🤷 How long does it take to get better at speaking Turkish?
Some people just 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 current level of Turkish or proficiency in 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 videos, try typing using your new language skills, find native speakers to speak with, try more ways to think and speak in Turkish out loud. If this is not easy you can also take conversational Turkish classes online.
🤳 What are my options when choosing the Turkish tutor?
In learning centers, there's a chance you can choose your own tutor (from up to a dozen teachers). Online, absolutely! The largest selection of pre-screened Turkish tutors with detailed profiles and true reviews is available on online language learning platforms like Preply.
🗓 What time of day and on which days are classes available?
Colleges usually structure classes two times weekly over a semester (75-day period). Language schools usually 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.