Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
🌆 How to learn Indonesian in Quebec and what are my options in terms of commitment?
Besides self-study with recorded courses, you have several key possibilities for learning Indonesian interactively in Quebec. 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 better priced.) Your other option 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. Finally, you can choose a private Indonesian tutor in Quebec. If flexibility is key, you can compare local Quebec and online Indonesian tutors.
🎟 Is it cheap 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 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 schools and individual Indonesian tutors charge $30-55 per hourly group lesson, with private classes starting around $50 or more. Some of the less pricey 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 languages the tutor can teach in. Real student rating 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 pass a few pre-requisites. Predetermined curriculum classes vary widely in terms of textbook quality, homework commitment and tests, so research those 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 expertise they make available (like classes for adults, etc.) For best flexibility, choose a tutor from those teaching online.
🔥 Why is Indonesian so difficult and are there ways to learn it more effectively?
One-size-fits-all language instruction practiced in schools is not the most effective way to learn Indonesian. Realistically, 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 most phrases, speak on some level, shop and place orders in about a year. Offline interaction is not a practical option for everyone, so online classes are a ready and easy 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 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 take at least 600 hours of practice. The length of time can differ significantly depending on your available level of Indonesian or proficiency in other languages in the same group. As soon as you've learned the basics it is recommended to use the language as often as possible: watch videos, try typing using your new language skills, try to communicate with native speakers to speak with, try additional ways to think and speak in Indonesian out loud. If this is not easy you can also take conversational Indonesian classes online.
🤳 What are my options when choosing the Indonesian tutor?
In language centers, there's a likelyhood you could choose your own tutor (from select few). Online, of course! The largest selection of verified Indonesian tutors with video profiles and customer reviews is available on online language learning 'supermarkets' like Preply.
🗓 What's the lesson schedule like?
Colleges usually schedule classes twice a week over a semester (75-day period). Language schools offer 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.