Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
🌆 How to learn Japanese in Jacksonville, FL and what are my options in terms of commitment?
Besides self-study with apps, you have 4 principal opportunities for learning Japanese interactively in Jacksonville, FL. 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 option can be local for-profit language academies that are cheaper and flexible in schedule and requirements. Third, international learning centers usually offer cheaper group and more expensive in-person courses. Last, you can find a private Japanese tutor in Jacksonville, FL. If flexibility is key, you can compare local Jacksonville, FL and online Japanese tutors.
🎟 How expensive is it to learn Japanese and what do Japanese tutors charge?
For university and college courses you can estimate Japanese course cost as 1/10th of the yearly tuition (one course is usually 3 out of 30 credit hours offered) to get the overall charge for about 50 instruction hours each semester. Language academies and independent Japanese tutors charge $30-55 for hourly group lesson, with private classes starting from $50 or more. Some of the more affordable Japanese tutors can be found online, with rates on Preply averaging 19 and tutor rates varying widely based on tutor geography, experience and languages the tutor can teach in. Customer review average for Japanese lessons on Preply is 4.96 out of 5 stars.
📚 How much Japanese 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. All classes vary widely in terms of textbook quality, homework commitment and tests, so research all such requirements in advance. With personal Japanese tutors you can read real feedback for whom the tutor is effective with and which other add-ons they make available (like classes for students of A, B, or C leves, etc.) For maximum flexibility, choose a tutor from those who are teaching online.
🔥 Why is Japanese so hard and are there ways to learn it in a better way?
Standardized language instruction practiced in schools is not the most effective way to learn Japanese. As proven by others before, you can gain basic Japanese fluency in 300 hours from zero knowledge. Studying and getting feedback several hours a week you will be able to understand many words, speak on some level, 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 enjoyable way of acquiring the basic knowledge of Japanese. After mastering basic skills, online marketplaces like Preply have Japanese tutors who specialize in intensive classes for intermediate and advanced speakers.
🤷 How long does it take to learn Japanese?
Some people brag about their natural ability and learn languages quickly, but for most to go beyond the basics and gain working fluency in Japanese will take at least 600 hours of dedication. The amount of time can differ quite a bit depending on your already acquired level of Japanese or knowledge of 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 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 Japanese out loud. If you're struggling when starting a discusssion you can also take conversational Japanese classes online.
🤳 What are my options when choosing the Japanese tutor?
In language learning academies, there's a chance you can choose your own tutor (from a limited pool). Online, certainly! The largest selection of pre-screened Japanese tutors with full profiles and customer reviews is available on online language learning 'supermarkets' like Preply.
🗓 Will I be able to fit lessons in my busy schedule?
Colleges run classes twice a week over a semester (15-week period). Language schools typically give shorter, 8-week, 12-week, and 16-week course sessions. Online, you can choose your own lesson frequency and time, on weekdays and/or weekends.