Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
🌆 How do I skill up on Greek in San Diego, CA and is possible to go light in terms of commitment?
Besides self-study with mobile applications, you have 4 principal possibilities for learning Greek interactively in San Diego, CA. 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 better priced.) Your second resource can be local specialized 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 opt for a private Greek tutor in San Diego, CA. If flexibility is key, you can compare local San Diego, CA and online Greek tutors.
🎟 Is it cheap to learn Greek and what does a lesson with a tutor of Greek cost?
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 overall charge for 1/2 of a hundred class hours each semester. Language academies and private Greek tutors charge $30-55 for hourly group lesson, with private classes starting around $50 or more. Some of the more affordable Greek tutors can be found online, with rates on Preply averaging 25 and tutor rates varying widely based on tutor geography, ratings and popularity. Average student satisfaction for Greek lessons on Preply is 4.99 out of 5 stars.
📚 What level of Greek do I need to sign up for a course?
When considering college and learning center classes be prepared demonstrate proof of your current level. All classes vary widely in terms of textbook quality, homework level and exams, so research each program in advance. With personal Greek tutors you can read real feedback for whom the tutor is effective with and which other specializations they make available (like classes for adults, etc.) For more flexibility, choose a tutor from many teaching online.
🔥 Why is Greek so challenging and are there ways to learn it more effectively?
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 several hours a week you will be able to understand common expressions, have simple conversations, 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 affordable 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 have a natural ability and learn languages quickly, but for most to go beyond the basics and gain working fluency in Greek will demand at least 600 hours of active use. The required duration of time can differ quite a bit depending on your already acquired level of Greek or familiarity with 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 news and movies, write by hand and online using your new language skills, seek native speakers to speak with, try as many as possible 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.
🤳 What are my options when choosing the Greek tutor?
In language learning academies, there's a chance you can choose your own tutor (from up to a dozen teachers). Online, absolutely! The largest selection of pre-screened Greek tutors with extensive profiles and comprehensive reviews is available on online language learning marketplaces like Preply.
🗓 What time of day and on which days are classes available?
Colleges typically run classes twice a week over a semester (15-week period). Language schools typically offer 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.