Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
我怎么技能对日本在坎特伯雷和what are the possibilities in terms of commitment?
Besides self-study with mobile applications, you have four main options for learning Japanese interactively in Canterbury. First, universities and community colleges are an especially good idea for in-state residents. Also, check centers for continuing education and professional studies (they are better priced.) Your 2nd spource can be local commercial language academies that charge less and flexible in schedule and requirements. Third, non-profit learning centers usually offer cheaper group and more expensive in-person courses. 4th and last, you can find a private Japanese tutor in Canterbury. If flexibility is key, you can compare local Canterbury and online Japanese tutors.
Is it affordable to learn Japanese and what are the ballpark lesson costs for Japanese tutors?
For university and college courses you can estimate Japanese course cost by dividing annual tuition by ten (one course is usually 3 out of 30 credit hours offered) to get the cost of fifty or so lesson hours each semester. Language centers and private Japanese tutors charge $30-55 per hourly group lesson, with individual classes starting from $50 or more. Some of the most budget-friendly Japanese tutors can be found online, with prices on Preply averaging 19 and tutor rates varying widely based on tutor location, ratings and student demand. Real student rating average for Japanese lessons on Preply is 4.95 out of 5 stars.
What level of Japanese 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 load and exams, 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 best flexibility, choose a tutor from those teaching online.
Why is Japanese so difficult and are there ways to learn it in a better way?
Formal language instruction practiced in schools is not the most effective way to learn Japanese. According to experts, you can gain basic Japanese fluency in 300 hours from zero knowledge. Studying and getting feedback five hours a week you will be able to understand many sentences, have simple conversations, socialize in about a year. Physical language immersion is not a practical option for everyone, so online classes are a ready and fun way of acquiring the basic knowledge of Japanese. After attaining basic skills, online marketplaces like Preply have Japanese tutors who specialize in intensive classes for intermediate and advanced speakers.
How long does it take to achieve a good level of Japanese?
Some people just have a natural ability and learn languages quickly, but for most to go beyond the basics and gain working fluency in Japanese will take at least 600 hours of active use. The required duration of time can differ quite a bit depending on your already acquired level of Japanese or familiarity with other languages in the same group. After alphabet and basic reading it is best to use the language as often as possible: watch TV, write by hand and online using your new language skills, find native speakers to speak with, try more 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.
Can I pick my own Japanese instructor?
In language learning academies, there's a chance you can choose your own tutor (from a limited pool). Online, certainly! The largest selection of pre-screened Japanese tutors with detailed profiles and real student reviews is available on online language learning 'supermarkets' like Preply.
What's the lesson schedule like?
Colleges typically schedule classes twice a week over a semester (75-day period). Language schools typically have 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.