Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
🌆 How can I master Indonesian in Birmingham and what are my options in terms of commitment?
Besides self-study using apps, you have 4 key options for learning Indonesian interactively in Birmingham. 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 a little more affordable.) Your other resource can be local commercial language academies that cost less and flexible in schedule and requirements. Third, non-profit learning centers usually offer cheaper group and more expensive in-person courses. Finally, you can find a private Indonesian tutor in Birmingham. If flexibility is key, you can compare local Birmingham and online Indonesian tutors.
🎟 Is it affordable to learn Indonesian and how much should Indonesian tutors ask?
For university and college courses you can estimate Indonesian 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 instruction hours each semester. Language centers and individual Indonesian tutors charge $30-55 for hourly group lesson, with private classes starting from $50 or more. Some of the more affordable Indonesian tutors can be found online, with prices on Preply averaging 11 and tutor rates varying widely based on tutor geography, availability and languages the tutor can teach in. Average student satisfaction for Indonesian lessons on Preply is 4.95 out of 5 stars.
📚 What are the requirements for Indonesian language skill level to sign up for a course?
When considering college and learning center classes be prepared prove your profeciency level. 'Canned' classes vary widely in terms of textbook quality, homework commitment and exams, so research the details in advance. With personal Indonesian tutors you can read reviews and get a good idea for whom the tutor is effective with and which other specializations they make available (like classes for adults, etc.) For better flexibility, choose a tutor from those who are teaching online.
🔥 Why is Indonesian so challenging and are there ways to learn it faster?
Formal language instruction practiced in schools is not the most effective way to learn Indonesian. According to experts, you can gain basic Indonesian fluency in 300 hours from zero knowledge. Studying and getting feedback five hours a week you will be able to understand everyday phrases, be understood when you talk, do most everyday tasks 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 Indonesian. After attaining basic skills, online marketplaces like Preply have Indonesian tutors who specialize in intensive classes for intermediate and advanced learners.
🤷 How long does it take to achieve a good level of Indonesian?
Some people have a natural ability and learn languages quickly, but for most to go beyond the basics and gain working fluency in Indonesian will take at least 600 hours of study. The actual range of time can differ a lot depending on your available level of Indonesian or familiarity with 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 TV, write using your new language skills, find native speakers to speak with, try other ways to think and speak in Indonesian out loud. If this is not easy you can also take conversational Indonesian classes online.
🤳 What are my options when choosing the Indonesian teacher?
In colleges and universities, it's possible that you can choose your own tutor (from select few). Online, certainly! The largest selection of verified Indonesian tutors with video profiles and true reviews is available on online language learning 'supermarkets' like Preply.
🗓 What time of day and on which days are classes available?
Colleges usually run classes two times weekly over a semester (75-day period). Language schools give 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.