Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
🌆 How do I skill up on Indonesian in Los Angeles, CA and what are my options in terms of commitment?
Besides self-study with recorded courses, you have a few main options for learning Indonesian interactively in Los Angeles, CA. First, universities and community colleges are an especially good idea for in-state residents. Also, research centers for continuing education and professional studies (they are a little more affordable.) Your 2nd spource can be local commercial language academies that cost less and flexible in schedule and requirements. Third, government-supported learning centers usually offer cheaper group and more expensive in-person courses. Fourth, you can choose a private Indonesian tutor in Los Angeles, CA. If flexibility is key, you can compare local Los Angeles, CA and online Indonesian tutors.
🎟 Is it cheap to learn Indonesian and what does a lesson with a tutor of Indonesian cost?
For university and college courses you can estimate Indonesian course cost by dividing annual tuition by 10 (one course is usually 3 out of 30 credit hours offered) to get the price of fifty or so lesson hours each semester. Language academies and private 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 prices on Preply averaging 11 and tutor rates varying widely based on tutor country of residence, experience and specialization. Real student rating average 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 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 commitment and testing, so research all such requirements 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 instruction for beginners, etc.) For better flexibility, choose a tutor from a wide selection of those teaching online.
🔥 Why is Indonesian so hard and are there ways to learn it in a better way?
One-size-fits-all 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 5 hours a week you will be able to understand common expressions, express yourself, socialize in about a year. Offline interaction is not a practical option for everyone, so online classes are a quick and affordable 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 speakers.
🤷 How long does it take to master 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 necessitate at least 600 hours of active use. The amount of time can differ a lot depending on your existing level of Indonesian or proficiency in other languages in the same group. As soon as you've learned the basics it is best to use the language as often as possible: watch news and movies, start a journal or write posts and comments using your new language skills, find native speakers to speak with, try as many as possible ways to think and speak in Indonesian out loud. If you're struggling when starting a discusssion you can also take conversational Indonesian classes online.
🤳 Can I pick my own Indonesian tutor?
In language learning academies, you can possibly choose your own tutor (from up to a dozen teachers). Online, absolutely! The largest selection of approved Indonesian tutors with extensive profiles and customer reviews is available on online language learning platforms like Preply.
🗓 What time of day and on which days are classes available?
Colleges typically schedule classes two times weekly over a semester (75-day period). Language schools usually have shorter, 8-week, 12-week, and 16-week course sessions. Online, the number of lessons is really up to you, with early morning, day, evening and night classes available, on weekdays and/or weekends.