Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
🌆 How to learn Japanese in Vancouver and what does it take in terms of commitment?
Besides self-study using special programs, you have several primary opportunities for learning Japanese interactively in Vancouver. 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 better priced.) Your second resource can be local specialized language academies that charge less and flexible in schedule and requirements. Third, international learning centers usually offer cheaper group and more expensive in-person courses. Finally, you can find a private Japanese tutor in Vancouver. If flexibility is key, you can compare local Vancouver and online Japanese tutors.
🎟 Is it expensive to learn Japanese and what do Japanese tutors charge?
For university and college courses you can estimate Japanese course cost as one-tenth of the yearly tuition (one course is usually 3 out of 30 credit hours offered) to get the overall charge for fifty or so course hours each semester. Language centers and private Japanese tutors charge $30-55 for hourly group lesson, with individual classes starting from $50 or more. Some of the better priced Japanese tutors can be found online, with prices on Preply averaging 19 and tutor rates varying widely based on tutor geography, availability and languages the tutor can teach in. Customer review average for Japanese lessons on Preply is 4.97 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 pass a few pre-requisites. Planned classes vary widely in terms of textbook quality, homework level and graded tasks, so research all such requirements in advance. With personal Japanese tutors you can find reviews for whom the tutor is effective with and which other specializations they make available (like teaching children or teens, etc.) For better flexibility, choose a tutor from a wide selection of those teaching online.
🔥 Why is Japanese so difficult and are there ways to learn it the easy way?
One-size-fits-all language instruction practiced in schools is not the most effective way to learn Japanese. Realistically, 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 everyday expressions, have simple conversations, get proficient in daily routines in about a year. Relocating is not a practical option for everyone, so online classes are a ready and easy way of acquiring the basic knowledge of Japanese. After gaining basic skills, online marketplaces like Preply have Japanese tutors who specialize in intensive classes for intermediate and advanced learners.
🤷 How long does it take to achieve a good level of 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 demand at least 600 hours of study. The actual range of time can differ significantly depending on your already acquired level of Japanese or familiarity with other languages in the same group. As soon as you've learned the basics it is a good idea to use the language as often as possible: watch television, write 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 it's more difficult than you had imagined you can also take conversational Japanese classes online.
🤳 What are my options when choosing the Japanese teacher?
In learning centers, you can possibly choose your own tutor (from up to a dozen teachers). Online, always! The largest selection of pre-screened Japanese tutors with extensive profiles and customer reviews is available on online language learning marketplaces like Preply.
🗓 What's the lesson schedule like?
Colleges usually offer classes twice a week over a semester (15-week period). Language schools typically make available 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.