Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
🌆 How do I skill up on Greek in Edmonton and what are the possibilities in terms of commitment?
Besides self-study with special programs, you have a few primary choices for learning Greek interactively in Edmonton. First, universities and community colleges are an especially good idea for in-state residents. Also, check centers for continuing education and professional studies (they are less pricey.) Your second spource can be local private language academies that are cheaper and flexible in schedule and requirements. Third, not-for-profit learning centers usually offer cheaper group and more expensive in-person courses. Fourth, you can choose a private Greek tutor in Edmonton. If flexibility is key, you can compare local Edmonton and online Greek tutors.
🎟 Is it expensive to learn Greek and what are the ballpark lesson costs for Greek tutors?
For university and college courses you can estimate Greek 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 1/2 of a hundred lesson hours each semester. Language schools and independent Greek tutors charge $30-55 an hourly group lesson, with individual classes starting from $50 or more. Some of the less pricey Greek tutors can be found online, with prices on Preply averaging 25 and tutor rates varying widely based on tutor hometown, positive reviews and languages the tutor can teach in. Real student rating average for Greek lessons on Preply is 4.99 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 demonstrate proof of your current level. 'Canned' classes vary widely in terms of textbook quality, homework volume and exams, so research all such requirements 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 maximum flexibility, choose a tutor from a wide selection of those teaching online.
🔥 Why is Greek not easy and are there ways to learn it faster?
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 many words, speak on some level, socialize in about a year. Offline interaction is not a practical option for everyone, so online classes are a quick and easy 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 speakers.
🤷 How long does it take to master Greek?
Some people just have a natural ability and learn languages quickly, but for most to go beyond the basics and gain working fluency in Greek will take at least 600 hours of active use. The actual range of time can differ a lot depending on your available level of Greek or proficiency in 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 videos, start a journal or write posts and comments using your new language skills, find native speakers to speak with, try more ways to think and speak in Greek out loud. If it's more difficult than you had imagined you can also take conversational Greek classes online.
🤳 How many possibilities do I choose among when I select the right Greek instructor?
In colleges and universities, there's a likelyhood you could choose your own tutor (from select few). Online, certainly! The largest selection of pre-screened Greek tutors with full profiles and customer reviews is available on online language learning resources like Preply.
🗓 Will I be able to fit lessons in my busy schedule?
Colleges typically structure classes two times weekly over a semester (75-day period). Language schools as a rule have 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.