Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
🌆 How to learn Indonesian in Ottawa and what are my options in terms of commitment?
Besides self-study with mobile applications, you have 4 principal opportunities for learning Indonesian interactively in Ottawa. 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 second possibility can be local for-profit language academies that charge less and flexible in schedule and requirements. Third, not-for-profit learning centers usually offer cheaper group and more expensive in-person courses. Last, you can find a private Indonesian tutor in Ottawa. If flexibility is key, you can compare local Ottawa and online Indonesian tutors.
🎟 How expensive is it 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 overall charge for 45-48 course hours each semester. Language schools and individual Indonesian tutors charge $30-55 for hourly group lesson, with individual classes starting around $50 or more. Some of the less pricey Indonesian tutors can be found online, with rates on Preply averaging 11 and tutor rates varying widely based on tutor hometown, experience and popularity. Average student satisfaction for Indonesian lessons on Preply is 4.95 out of 5 stars.
📚 How much Indonesian do I need to know to sign up for a course?
When considering college and learning center classes be prepared prove your profeciency level. Predetermined curriculum classes vary widely in terms of textbook quality, homework commitment and tests, so research all such requirements in advance. With personal Indonesian tutors you can find out in advance for whom the tutor is effective with and which other add-ons they make available (like teaching children or teens, etc.) For better flexibility, choose a tutor from those teaching online.
🔥 Why is Indonesian so hard and are there ways to learn it faster?
Standardized 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 several hours a week you will be able to understand most phrases, have simple conversations, shop and place orders in about a year. Offline interaction is not a practical option for everyone, so online classes are a quick and enjoyable 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 learn Indonesian?
Some people seem to 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 dedication. The amount of time can differ by a lot depending on your already acquired level of Indonesian or knowledge of other languages in the same group. After alphabet and basic reading it is recommended to use the language as often as possible: watch TV, 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 Indonesian out loud. If this is a greater challenge than you had anticipated you can also take conversational Indonesian classes online.
🤳 Can I pick my own Indonesian instructor?
In colleges and universities, there's a chance you can choose your own tutor (from the ones who already work there). Online, always! The largest selection of verified Indonesian tutors with full profiles and real student reviews is available on online language learning platforms like Preply.
🗓 What time of day and on which days are classes available?
Colleges usually offer classes twice a week over a semester (75-day period). Language schools usually give 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.