Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
🌆 How to learn Turkish in Provo, UT and what does it take in terms of commitment?
Besides self-study with special programs, you have four principal options for learning Turkish interactively in Provo, UT. 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 better priced.) Your 2nd possibility can be local commercial 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. Last, you can find a private Turkish tutor in Provo, UT. If flexibility is key, you can compare local Provo, UT and online Turkish tutors.
🎟 Is it expensive to learn Turkish and what do Turkish tutors charge?
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 cost of 45-48 instruction 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 most budget-friendly Turkish tutors can be found online, with tuition on Preply averaging 15 and tutor rates varying widely based on tutor country of residence, availability and languages the tutor can teach in. 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. Predetermined curriculum classes vary widely in terms of textbook quality, homework load and testing, so research those 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 teaching children or teens, etc.) For maximum flexibility, choose a tutor from those who are teaching online.
🔥 Why is Turkish so hard and are there ways to learn it the easy way?
One-size-fits-all 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 several hours a week you will be able to understand common sentences, speak on some level, shop and place orders in about a year. Offline interaction is not a practical option for everyone, so online classes are a ready and easy 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 speakers.
🤷 How long does it take to achieve a good level of Turkish?
Some people brag about their natural ability and learn languages quickly, but for most to go beyond the basics and gain working fluency in Turkish will take at least 600 hours of active use. The required duration of time can differ by a lot depending on your available level of Turkish 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 television, write using your new language skills, look for native speakers to speak with, try additional 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.
🤳 How many possibilities do I choose among when I select the right Turkish instructor?
In language centers, there's a likelyhood you could choose your own tutor (from the ones who already work there). Online, certainly! The largest selection of approved Turkish tutors with full profiles and true reviews is available on online language learning platforms like Preply.
🗓 What's the lesson schedule like?
Colleges usually offer classes twice a week over a semester (75-day period). Language schools give shorter, 8-week, 12-week, and 16-week course sessions. Online, the number of lessons is really up to you, with early morning, day, evening and night classes available, on weekdays and/or weekends.