Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
🌆 How can I master Turkish in Ottawa and what are the possibilities in terms of commitment?
Besides self-study with recorded courses, you have 4 principal possibilities for learning Turkish interactively in Ottawa. First, universities and community colleges are an especially good idea for in-state residents. Also, research centers for continuing education and professional studies (they are cheaper.) Your 2nd possibility can be local specialized 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. 4th and last, you can opt for a private Turkish tutor in Ottawa. If flexibility is key, you can compare local Ottawa and online Turkish tutors.
🎟 Is it expensive to learn Turkish and how much should Turkish tutors ask?
For university and college courses you can estimate Turkish course cost as one-tenth of the yearly tuition (one course is usually 3 out of 30 credit hours offered) to get the price of fifty or so lesson hours each semester. Language centers and individual Turkish tutors charge $30-55 per hourly group lesson, with private classes starting from $50 or more. Some of the less pricey Turkish tutors can be found online, with costs on Preply averaging 15 and tutor rates varying widely based on tutor location, experience and student demand. Average student satisfaction 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 to show a language test profeciency score or take an entrance test to determine your level. Planned classes vary widely in terms of textbook quality, homework volume and graded tasks, so research all such requirements in advance. With personal Turkish tutors you can read real feedback for whom the tutor is effective with and which other add-ons they make available (like teaching children or teens, etc.) For more flexibility, choose a tutor from many teaching online.
🔥 Why is Turkish not easy and are there ways to learn it faster?
One-size-fits-all language instruction practiced in schools is not the most effective way to learn Turkish. In reality, 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 most expressions, express yourself, do most everyday tasks in about a year. Relocating is not a practical option for everyone, so online classes are a rapid 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 master 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 require at least 600 hours of active use. The amount of time can differ quite a bit depending on your existing level of Turkish or proficiency in other languages in the same group. After alphabet and basic reading it is recommended to use the language as often as possible: watch television, write using your new language skills, seek native speakers to speak with, try as many as possible ways to think and speak in Turkish out loud. If it's more difficult than you had imagined you can also take conversational Turkish classes online.
🤳 Can I choose my own Turkish teacher?
In language centers, there's a likelyhood you could choose your own tutor (from select few). Online, certainly! The largest selection of approved Turkish tutors with detailed profiles and real student reviews is available on online language learning resources like Preply.
🗓 Will I be able to fit lessons in my busy schedule?
Colleges typically offer classes twice a week over a semester (75-day 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.