Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
🌆 How to learn Indonesian in Denver, CO and is possible to go light in terms of commitment?
Besides self-study with mobile applications, you have 4 key choices for learning Indonesian interactively in Denver, CO. 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 less pricey.) Your 2nd resource can be local private language academies that are cheaper and flexible in schedule and requirements. Third, government-supported learning centers usually offer cheaper group and more expensive in-person courses. Fourth, you can find a private Indonesian tutor in Denver, CO. If flexibility is key, you can compare local Denver, CO and online Indonesian tutors.
🎟 Is it cheap to learn Indonesian and what are the ballpark lesson costs for Indonesian tutors?
For university and college courses you can estimate Indonesian course cost as 1/10th of the yearly tuition (one course is usually 3 out of 30 credit hours offered) to get the rate for 1/2 of a hundred class hours each semester. Language centers and independent Indonesian tutors charge $30-55 per hourly group lesson, with private classes starting from $50 or more. Some of the better priced Indonesian tutors can be found online, with costs on Preply averaging 11 and tutor rates varying widely based on tutor country of residence, experience and student demand. Customer review average for Indonesian lessons on Preply is 4.95 out of 5 stars.
📚 What level of Indonesian do I need 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. 'Canned' classes vary widely in terms of textbook quality, homework level and exams, so research each program 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 intermediate level practice, advanced students etc.) For best flexibility, choose a tutor from many teaching online.
🔥 Why is Indonesian so challenging and are there ways to learn it the easy way?
Formal language instruction practiced in schools is not the most effective way to learn Indonesian. As proven by others before, 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 common phrases, have simple conversations, do most everyday tasks in about a year. Offline interaction is not a practical option for everyone, so online classes are a rapid and fun way of acquiring the basic knowledge of Indonesian. After mastering basic skills, online marketplaces like Preply have Indonesian tutors who specialize in intensive classes for intermediate and advanced level practitioners.
🤷 How long does it take to learn 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 length of time can differ by a lot depending on your available level of Indonesian or familiarity with other languages in the same group. After alphabet and basic reading it is a good idea to use the language as often as possible: watch videos, try typing using your new language skills, seek native speakers to speak with, try more ways to think and speak in Indonesian out loud. If this is not easy you can also take conversational Indonesian classes online.
🤳 Can I choose my own Indonesian tutor?
In language centers, you can possibly choose your own tutor (from select few). Online, always! The largest selection of approved Indonesian tutors with extensive profiles and real student reviews is available on online language learning 'supermarkets' like Preply.
🗓 What's the lesson schedule like?
Colleges offer classes two times weekly over a semester (15-week period). Language schools as a rule make available 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.