Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
🌆 How to learn Greek in Preston and is possible to go light in terms of commitment?
Besides self-study using mobile applications, you have 4 principal choices for learning Greek interactively in Preston. 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 cheaper.) Your second option can be local for-profit language academies that charge less and flexible in schedule and requirements. Third, international learning centers usually offer cheaper group and more expensive in-person courses. Fourth, you can find a private Greek tutor in Preston. If flexibility is key, you can compare local Preston and online Greek tutors.
🎟 How expensive is it to learn Greek and what are the ballpark lesson costs for Greek tutors?
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 cost of about 50 course hours each semester. Language schools and independent Greek tutors charge $30-55 for hourly group lesson, with private classes starting from $50 or more. Some of the more affordable Greek tutors can be found online, with costs on Preply averaging 25 and tutor rates varying widely based on tutor location, positive reviews and popularity. Average student satisfaction for Greek lessons on Preply is 4.96 out of 5 stars.
📚 How much Greek 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. Predetermined curriculum classes vary widely in terms of textbook quality, homework commitment and graded tasks, so research those in advance. With personal Greek tutors you can read real feedback for whom the tutor is effective with and which other add-ons they make available (like instruction for beginners, etc.) For better flexibility, choose a tutor from many teaching online.
🔥 Why is Greek so hard and are there ways to learn it in a better way?
Formal language instruction practiced in schools is not the most effective way to learn Greek. As proven by others before, you can gain basic Greek fluency in 300 hours from zero knowledge. Studying and getting feedback five hours a week you will be able to understand common sentences, speak on some level, shop and place orders in about a year. Finding native speakers is not a practical option for everyone, so online classes are a quick and fun way of acquiring the basic knowledge of Greek. After gaining basic skills, online marketplaces like Preply have Greek tutors who specialize in intensive classes for intermediate and advanced speakers.
🤷 How long does it take to master Greek?
Some people brag about their natural ability and learn languages quickly, but for most to go beyond the basics and gain working fluency in Greek will require at least 600 hours of study. The required duration of time can differ a lot depending on your existing level of Greek or knowledge of other languages in the same group. As soon as you've learned the basics it is a good idea to use the language as often as possible: watch TV, try typing using your new language skills, look for native speakers to speak with, try more ways to think and speak in Greek out loud. If you're struggling when starting a discusssion you can also take conversational Greek classes online.
🤳 Can I choose my own Greek teacher?
In language learning academies, there's a chance you can choose your own tutor (from a limited pool). Online, always! The largest selection of verified Greek tutors with full profiles and customer reviews is available on online language learning marketplaces like Preply.
🗓 What's the best time to schedule classes?
Colleges as a rule schedule classes two times weekly over a semester (15-week 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.