Euroasia vs Other options
As you would discover from a quick Google search, there are many providers that offer language courses in New Zealand. There are also many language learning options from CDs to large group classes.
So why should you choose Euroasia? How do Euroasia language courses compare with everyone else?
| Factors to consider: |
Euroasia
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Universities and Polytechs
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Community colleges
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Individual tutors
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Language CDs / online courses
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| Class Size | Maximum of 10 (average 6-8) | Minimum of 10, up to 25 | Minimum of 10, up to 35 | 1-on-1 | NA |
| Teachers |
Experienced / qualified. Native-speaker teacher. Outgoing/fun |
Experienced / qualified. May be native- speaker teacher |
Experience varies. Skill varies May be native-speaker teacher |
Experience varies Skill varies No quality assurance |
NA |
| Class style |
Interactive classes Focussed on developing conversational ability Students not anonymous Conducive for developing rapport |
Lecture-style Classroom formation Difficult to interact Students can hide May not know others in class |
Lecture-style Students come and go Difficult to interact Students can hide May not know others in class |
Full attention of teacher Intense May progress quicker |
No guidance from teacher No social interaction Requires strong discipline Requires new skills / technology |
| Cost |
$368 per term (10 sessions)
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$200 - $350 for 10 - 15 sessions |
$50-$100 for 8-10 sessions Low cost=low commitment |
$20-$60 / hr |
$50 - $300 /course |
| Course materials |
All inclusive. Only bring yourself to the first class. |
Varies, some require textbook ($50 - $100) Some require "resource fee" |
Varies, some require textbook ($50 - $100) |
Varies |
Materials usually included Requires technology (PC / headphones) |
| Course content |
Practical language skills for everyday life. Designed for KiwisAvoid heavy grammar Fascinating aspects of culture |
Technical focus Limited flexibility due to class size Usually based on foreign textbook |
Varies from teacher to teacher Limited flexibility due to class size Quality varies |
Varies from teacher to teacher Quality varies |
Varies from course to course |
| Location |
Convenient location Lots of parking |
CBD-based institutions have parking problems |
Varies |
Varies |
Comfort of own home |
To enrol for a course at Euroasia, check out our course timetable to find out about the language courses with Euroasia!