Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
🌆 How to learn Indonesian in Winnipeg and what are the possibilities in terms of commitment?
Besides self-study using apps, you have 4 key opportunities for learning Indonesian interactively in Winnipeg. 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 cheaper.) Your other resource can be local specialized language academies that are better priced and flexible in schedule and requirements. Third, government-supported learning centers usually offer cheaper group and more expensive in-person courses. 4th and last, you can choose a private Indonesian tutor in Winnipeg. If flexibility is key, you can compare local Winnipeg and online Indonesian tutors.
🎟 Is it expensive to learn Indonesian and what do Indonesian tutors charge?
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 overall charge for 45-48 class hours each semester. Language schools and private Indonesian tutors charge $30-55 an hourly group lesson, with private classes starting from $50 or more. Some of the more affordable Indonesian tutors can be found online, with tuition on Preply averaging 11 and tutor rates varying widely based on tutor country of residence, ratings and popularity. Average reviews 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 demonstrate proof of your current level. 'Canned' classes vary widely in terms of textbook quality, homework volume and tests, so research those in advance. With personal Indonesian tutors you can find reviews for whom the tutor is effective with and which other extras they make available (like instruction for beginners, etc.) For more flexibility, choose a tutor from a wide selection of those teaching online.
🔥 Why is Indonesian so hard and are there ways to learn it more effectively?
Standardized language instruction practiced in schools is not the most effective way to learn Indonesian. In reality, 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 common expressions, speak on some level, get proficient in daily routines in about a year. Finding native speakers is not a practical option for everyone, so online classes are a ready and fun way of acquiring the basic knowledge of Indonesian. After attaining 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 achieve a good level of 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 practice. The required duration of time can differ by a lot depending on your current level of Indonesian or knowledge of other languages in the same group. After alphabet and basic reading it is advised to use the language as often as possible: watch television, write using your new language skills, find native speakers to speak with, try other ways to think and speak in Indonesian out loud. If it's more difficult than you had imagined you can also take conversational Indonesian classes online.
🤳 What are my options when choosing the Indonesian teacher?
In learning centers, you can possibly choose your own tutor (from the ones who already work there). Online, absolutely! The largest selection of pre-screened Indonesian tutors with detailed profiles and real student reviews is available on online language learning resources like Preply.
🗓 What time of day and on which days are classes available?
Colleges typically run classes two times weekly over a semester (75-day period). Language schools usually make available 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.