Whether you're attending Franklin Heights High School, Worthington Kilbourne High School, The Ohio State University, or another school in the area, Varsity Tutors can help you learn German by enrolling you in a Columbus German class. Studying German can pose some challenges, even if you're already experienced with the language. Plus, a typical classroom atmosphere may not be able to address any underlying needs you have. It can be helpful for you to seek outside assistance, and you can start by enrolling in a Columbus German class.
For over 90 million people, German is a native language. It's one of three official languages in Switzerland, and it's the official language in Austria and Germany. German is a member of the Indo-European language family, belonging to the West Germanic group (English, Dutch, and Frisian are part of the West Germanic group, too). Written German is uniform between the three countries, save for some differences. But spoken German exists in many dialects, and most of these belong in High German or Low German groups. People who live in the southern and central highlands of Austria, Switzerland, and Germany speak High German. This dialect is also used in literature, the mass media, administration, and higher education. The Low German dialect is spoken in the lowlands of northern Germany.
By increasing your German skills, you can reach for your academic, vocational, or personal goals. If you're a junior or senior in high school, and you're thinking about going to college, you may impress prospective universities by mentioning you studied German in your application. Many employers are more likely to promote workers who speak more than one language. Also, being fluent in German can help you understand and appreciate foreign films or literature.
Whether you're a school student, a working professional, or someone who's studying German for other reasons, we can help you enroll in a Columbus German class that fits your schedule.
What material would a Columbus German course cover?
The German language contains many key concepts that you will need to know. One thing you have to learn is that German nouns inflect by case, gender, and number. Cases are nominative, accusative, genitive, and dative. German language genders are masculine, feminine, and neuter, and numbers are singular and plural. Other concepts include grammar and sentence structure, essential vocabulary, pronunciation, and many others that your teacher can go over.
How will a Columbus German course help me learn?
A Columbus German course is 100 percent online, and each one is taught by a skilled German teacher. During each lesson, you will interact with other pupils and a teacher in a virtual classroom. Your instructor may go over material that you already know, and you can share your knowledge of the content to assist your fellow students. This method helps you and your peers improve your understanding, and it helps you retain fluency of the language. Depending on your skill level, your teacher may even conduct entire lessons in German. An immersive learning experience is more likely to strengthen your skills in hearing and speaking German.
By studying with other students, you benefit greatly. While it's possible to study alone, it's harder to access help if you're stuck on something. When you study with other people, you can quickly ask for assistance if a concept confuses you. In addition to working with your peers, you can request one-on-one help from your teacher. All instructors have gone through a thorough interviewing process to ensure subject knowledge and top-notch communication.
Since all courses are virtual, you can engage in lessons from home or at a locale that provides internet. If you have other obligations like family, a job, or classes in school, you don't need to worry about time conflicts. Courses offer flexible scheduling, and there are new sections beginning every month. You can sign up for a two-week course or a four-week course. A two-week course is ideal for students who want a short-term view of the language. If you feel that you need more time to study, consider signing up for the four-week course.
How do I sign up for a German course?
Getting started with a German course is easy as pie. To reach out to a Varsity Tutors representative, submit a note through our online contact form or give us a call. Whether you want to study German for school or personal reasons, we are happy to assist you in pursuing your objectives. If you're eager to get started with a Columbus German course, contact us today.
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- Ohio State University-Main Campus - Bachelor of Science, Political Science and Government
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- German
- History
- AP Computer Science A
- Physics
- +29 subjects
Stephanie: Columbus German course instructor
...in after school and help the students with their homework. I found it to be an incredibly rewarding experience. Tutoring saved the students so much frustration having someone there to answer their questions. I am currently working towards a degree in Molecular Genetics at Columbus State with the intent of transferring to Ohio State University within the year. I tutor several types of math for anything up to high school seniors. My favorite subject to...
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- Columbus State Community College - Bachelors, Molecualr Genetics
Subject Expertise
- German
- Middle School Writing
- American Literature
- British Literature
- +44 subjects
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- Xavier University - Bachelor of Science, Biomedical Sciences
Subject Expertise
- German
- Math
- Languages
- Essay Editing
- +21 subjects
Armando: Columbus German course instructor
...received my Bachelor of Arts in West European Studies with a minor in Spanish. Since graduation, I have traveled extensively, going abroad to earn my Master's degree in Germany. While I tutor a broad range of subjects, I am most passionate about Spanish, Math, and History. I do speak fluent Spanish. I am a firm proponent of education, believing it to be absolutely necessary for an improved quality of life, and I try to impart...
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- Ohio State University-Main Campus - Bachelor in Arts, Western European Studies
- University of Flensburg - Master of Arts, European Studies
Subject Expertise
- German
- Spanish
- Calculus 1
- Pre-Calculus
- +21 subjects
Benjamin: Columbus German course instructor
...and concrete examples as necessary, be able to nudge you past points you may be stuck with insightful hints, and teach you the material via your preferred method, so that it sticks in your head during crunch time (exam week). I take pride in everything I do, and I put your learning and comprehension before most other aspects of my daily routine. It helps that I am a firm believer in being a lifelong learner...
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- The Ohio State University - Bachelor in Arts, Economics
Subject Expertise
- German
- IB Classical Languages
- IB Language B
- IB Language ab initio
- +344 subjects
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- Utah State University - Bachelor in Arts, Arts, General
- Utah State University - Masters in Education, Curriculum and Instruction
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- German
- Greek
- Reading
- Visual Arts
- +29 subjects
Kollin: Columbus German course instructor
...but in 2018 I was able to spend 6 weeks working as a writing lab tutor for Ohio University's OPIE (Ohio Program of Intensive English) program. During those 6 weeks I had the wonderful opportunity to meet with several different undergraduate ESL/ELL students and offer guidance on all parts of the academic writing process, such as: brainstorming topics, outlining and organization, proofreading for grammar and spelling errors or inconsistencies, polishing and finalization, etc. In addition,...
Education & Certification
- Ohio University-Main Campus - Bachelor in Arts, English
Subject Expertise
- German
- Mandarin Chinese
- Pre-Algebra
- AP English Language and Composition
- +51 subjects
Ariel: Columbus German course instructor
I'm so excited to be learning with you! I am a senior at Wellesley College interested in social science, religion and medicine. I have been tutoring for about 10 years now, and am excited to have the opportunity to now help you through Varsity Tutors.
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- Wellesley College - Bachelor in Arts, Sociology
Subject Expertise
- German
- Hebrew
- Microeconomics
- Adult Literacy
- +93 subjects
Carol: Columbus German course instructor
I will be available to tutor students in the Midwest. I specialize in English, German, and Sociology tutoring at middle school, high school, and university levels. I focus on finding a learning style that works for you and balancing learning and comfort. In May I will hold a B.A. in German Studies and Sociology from Vanderbilt University. I lived in Germany from 2022 until 2023 and have been studying German for 8 years.
Education & Certification
- Vanderbilt University - Bachelor in Arts, Sociology
Subject Expertise
- German
- English
- Sociologies
- German 3
- +26 subjects
Andrea: Columbus German course instructor
...have always been the go-to language guru for my friends and family, and therefore have a lot of practice explaining linguistic concepts in many different ways. I am able to tutor in English grammar, Spanish, French, Italian, basic German, and basic Latin. I love teaching them all; languages are my passion, and since I love to communicate by nature, I can't wait to share my passion with my new students! I hope that, as a...
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- The Ohio State University - Current Undergrad, Romance Studies
Subject Expertise
- German
- Spanish
- Latin
- French
- +25 subjects
Andrew: Columbus German course instructor
...a great tutor because of my broad experience in tutoring many different subjects, so that I have a wide variety of approaches to help all types of students master the material. I also believe that, in my German tutoring especially, I'm very systematic, so that my students have a strong grammar foundation on which to build further skills and concepts. I have also lived in Germany for a year, and am able to bring world-life...
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- Oberlin College and Conservatory - Bachelors, German Studies and Voice Performance
- DePaul University - Masters, Voice Performance
Subject Expertise
- German
- Greek
- College Algebra
- ACT Math
- +26 subjects
David: Columbus German course instructor
...only for understanding, but also for creating and encouraging interest in specific topics and in learning itself. While I agree that the goal of teaching is to help someone learn a certain topic, the greatest achievement in teaching I have experienced is giving someone the ability to reason, and the drive and ability to begin teaching themselves. I enjoy teaching certain topics because of their power to bring this about, including languages, mathematics, and (of...
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- University of Pennsylvania - Bachelor in Arts, Philosophy
Subject Expertise
- German
- Spanish
- AP Calculus AB
- Graduate Test Prep
- +55 subjects
Thomas: Columbus German course instructor
...tutor, I think it's just as important for me to motivate, lead, inspire, and mentor my students. Do you have test anxiety? Math anxiety, specifically? Is it difficult for you to create, organize, and execute a study plan? Or do you simply want straightforward, content-based prep and study help? In either case, I'm excited to help you achieve your academic and standardized test goals. My academic credentials consist of a BA in Political Science and...
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- University of Rhode Island - Bachelors, Political Science & German
- Duke University - Masters, Environmental Economics and Policy
Subject Expertise
- German
- Spanish
- High School English
- ISEE-Lower Level Reading Comprehension
- +47 subjects
Danielle: Columbus German course instructor
...During my junior and senior years at Hamilton, I worked both as a German Teaching Assistant in the German department and as a Writing Tutor at the Hamilton Writing Center. As a T.A., I helped my students develop study skills, complete homework, and improve their German language skills. As a writing tutor, I worked with peers to strengthen their essays, develop writing techniques, and explore their ideas on paper. These experiences helped me learn the...
Education & Certification
- Hamilton College - Bachelors, English Literature, German Studies
Subject Expertise
- German
- Writing
- Languages
- English
- +24 subjects
Eric: Columbus German course instructor
...culture, and from my perspective bettering one's writing is also a process in bettering one's thinking. I find it rewarding to help students overcome many of the same challenges and hurtles that I and my peers overcame. Tutoring is a way for me to repay a debt I feel I owe to my own teachers by helping others succeed where my teachers helped me succeed. Education is necessary for personal growth and human flourishing as...
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- Juniata College - Bachelors, Philosophy and German (Double Major)
Subject Expertise
- German
- IB Language B HL
- IB Language B SL
- IB Language B
- +38 subjects
Zach: Columbus German course instructor
...at Colorado School of Mines, studying Engineering Physics. As a physics major, I know the importance of understanding the fundamentals of a subject before trying to focus on specifics, especially in math and science. I try to have a very flexible teaching style, as I know not everybody learns in the same way, and I will always come prepared to teach a subject in multiple ways depending on the student's way of learning. I am...
Education & Certification
- Colorado School of Mines - Bachelor of Science, Engineering Physics
Subject Expertise
- German
- Conversational German
- Anatomy
- German 2
- +31 subjects
Elyse: Columbus German course instructor
...English to refugees in Durham, North Carolina. Given my varied professional and academic background, I tutor a broad range of subjects, from GRE Verbal test prep to Psychology. Of these subjects, I am most enthusiastic about ESL and German, as I believe learning another language is a wonderful way to open yourself up to new opportunities and experiences. From my own learning experience, I know it takes a lot of support to be a successful...
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- University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill - Bachelors, Psychology, Anthropology
Subject Expertise
- German
- IB Social and Cultural Anthropology HL
- ISEE-Upper Level Reading Comprehension
- ISEE-Middle Level Verbal Reasoning
- +35 subjects
Teresa: Columbus German course instructor
...favorite subject to tutor is, naturally, Mathematics in all its forms, especially Algebra and Geometry. I'm very passionate about math education, both positively and negatively. I believe it's crucial for every person to have a basic understanding of mathematics; at the same time, I feel the American education system is not always equipped to meet students' needs and foster the mathematical thinking process. As a tutor, I help students figure out what information they are...
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- University of Minnesota-Twin Cities - Bachelor of Science, Mathematics
Subject Expertise
- German
- Greek
- Substitute
- AP Physics C: Electricity and Magnetism
- +44 subjects
Philipp: Columbus German course instructor
...math, German, SHSAT, and SAT. I believe that I have good communication and pedagogical skills, and a firm understanding of the subject matter. Having come from Germany at the age of eleven, I know the frustration that can come with feeling overwhelmed by coursework. I performed well on standardized exams like the SHSAT and the SAT and can teach test-taking skills that will ultimately lead students to institutions like Stuyvesant H.S. and Columbia.... Patience is key. On the first few tries it's normal to get a question wrong, or to take a long time. Repetition and endurance will get you to a point where it'll come fast and easy.
Education & Certification
- Columbia College - Current Undergrad, East Asian Studies
Subject Expertise
- German
- SHSAT
- SAT Subject Test in German with Listening
- High School English
- +28 subjects
Jamison: Columbus German course instructor
...clearly and always make sure I can help the student find a way to understand the material, even if it means deviating form normal techniques. I have tutored both kids and peers in the past. I have found that for kids, especially in mathematics, relating to something they enjoy makes the experience more enjoyable. Regarding peers/college level students, I can relate to them very well, because I have been through exactly what they're going through...
Education & Certification
- University of Arizona - Bachelors, Biomedical Engineering/German Studies
Subject Expertise
- German
- Pre-Algebra
- German 2
- German 1
- +20 subjects