Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
🌆 How to learn Korean in Jakarta and what are the possibilities in terms of commitment?
Besides self-study using mobile applications, you have four primary opportunities for learning Korean interactively in Jakarta. 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 option can be local for-profit language academies that are better priced and flexible in schedule and requirements. Third, non-profit learning centers usually offer cheaper group and more expensive in-person courses. Fourth, you can find a private Korean tutor in Jakarta. If flexibility is key, you can compare local Jakarta and online Korean tutors.
🎟 Is it cheap to learn Korean and what are the ballpark lesson costs for Korean tutors?
For university and college courses you can estimate Korean course cost by dividing annual tuition by 10 (one course is usually 3 out of 30 credit hours offered) to get the price of about 50 lesson hours each semester. Language centers and private Korean tutors charge $30-55 per hourly group lesson, with private classes starting around $50 or more. Some of the more affordable Korean tutors can be found online, with costs on Preply averaging 21 and tutor rates varying widely based on tutor hometown, experience and specialization. Customer review average for Korean lessons on Preply is 4.96 out of 5 stars.
📚 How much Korean 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. 'Canned' classes vary widely in terms of textbook quality, homework commitment and graded tasks, so research each program in advance. With personal Korean 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 students of A, B, or C leves, etc.) For better flexibility, choose a tutor from those teaching online.
🔥 Why is Korean so challenging and are there ways to learn it faster?
Formal language instruction practiced in schools is not the most effective way to learn Korean. As proven by others before, you can gain basic Korean fluency in 300 hours from zero knowledge. Studying and getting feedback five hours a week you will be able to understand common expressions, express yourself, socialize in about a year. Relocating is not a practical option for everyone, so online classes are a fast and enjoyable way of acquiring the basic knowledge of Korean. After mastering basic skills, online marketplaces like Preply have Korean tutors who specialize in intensive classes for intermediate and advanced learners.
🤷 How long does it take to get better at speaking Korean?
Some people have a natural ability and learn languages quickly, but for most to go beyond the basics and gain working fluency in Korean will necessitate at least 600 hours of study. The amount of time can differ quite a bit depending on your existing level of Korean 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, try to communicate with native speakers to speak with, try as many as possible ways to think and speak in Korean out loud. If it's more difficult than you had imagined you can also take conversational Korean classes online.
🤳 How many possibilities do I choose among when I select the right Korean tutor?
In language learning academies, you can possibly choose your own tutor (from a limited pool). Online, of course! The largest selection of verified Korean tutors with extensive profiles and true reviews is available on online language learning marketplaces like Preply.
🗓 What's the best time to schedule classes?
Colleges as a rule offer classes two times weekly over a semester (75-day period). Language schools give 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.