I aim to make learning and understanding a subject as fun and interesting as it can be for each person! Every subject is difficult for different people, but we as tutors exist to make sure each subject isn't impossible.
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Anyone can learn another language, comparative/applied linguistics and simultaneous translation/interpretation at any age. I use multiple intelligences, multimodality and authentic integrated strategies to make your language learning journey one with ease, proficiency and fluency in four skills and fun!
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Zhongshan University University of Hawaii-Manoa - Bachelor in Arts, Foreign Languages and Literatures, General
Universite de Neuchatel Universitat Bern Switzerland London Academy of Music and Dramatic Art - Doctor of Education, Foreign Languages and Literatures, General
...on anything related to History (US, European, and World), Economics, Government and Law, English (Critical Reading and Writing), and Foreign Languages (French, Spanish, and Mandarin Chinese). I hope to not only help you with prescribed academic work, but also to help stir a passion within you to never stop learning. As the adage goes, knowledge is power, and in this increasingly-complicated world, it is in your best interests to learn as much as you can.
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...speaker, that conjugating verbs is something they can do, or that learning a language is more fun than they thought it would be. Recently, I completed a Master's degree at Fudan University in Shanghai, China. I graduated cum laude from Dartmouth College with a B.A. in Anthropology and Chinese and a minor in International Studies. Throughout college, I worked as a research assistant, as a language instructor of Chinese and Spanish, and as team leader...
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...learn how I should do to help my students understand better. What I learned soon became practically useful - I was chosen to be a teaching assistant in a linear algebra course with 60 students. With my experience and deep understanding in math, I answered students' questions and helped them improve their understanding of those complicated theorems. All my students found it helpful to ask me for an advice and I'm proud that I truly...
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...are the opportunities for practical experiences that I have had in my preferred subjects. Having the ability to use what I have learned in realistic settings has helped me to learn how to apply what I have been taught and shown me what areas to focus improving on. My hope is to help all the people I tutor to gain confidence in their subjects, and to be able to use said subjects in a 'real...
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...teaching into my repertoire, earning acclaim for both my professional acumen and teaching style. In every stage of my career, the mantle of leadership required me to impart knowledge to employees at all levels, including board members and senior executives. It became a responsibility I embraced wholeheartedly, weaving education into the fabric of corporate culture. Beyond the boardroom, I extended my teaching prowess to the realm of motherhood, guiding my daughter through her academic journey...
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...minor in Chemistry. I grew up in Taiwan and speak fluent Mandarin, which helps me connect with diverse learners. I've tutored through the National Honor Society and have experience in academic research and interdisciplinary projects in healthcare, chemistry, and business. I adapt my teaching style to each student, aiming to make learning clear, engaging, and confidence-boosting. My goal is to help students feel supported and capable as they reach their academic goals.
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...tutoring is the ideal way to learn because it allows for a truly personalized and pressure-free learning experience that will help you build your language skills through natural conversation, activities, and games. Last year I taught 1st, 2nd, and 3rd year level Mandarin courses in the Upper School at the Latin School of Chicago. After graduating from Oberlin College in 2007 I spent two years teaching English at the Shanxi Agricultural University in Taigu, Shanxi...
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...my first "students" were actually my parents! I taught them Cantonese words, so they could at least know what to listen for. I have lived in the US for 10 years. My fiance is American and he speaks in perfect Mandarin now! He says Ni Hao to everyone! If I can help him from zero to conversational, you've got much more potential! I'm here to teach you easy and fun ways to improve your Chinese...
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...Accounting at the Isenberg School of Management. I am planning to get my CPA license in the future. I lived in China for 15 years, and I have lived in America for 6 years. My favorite subject is Chinese, because I know that learning a new language is difficult. I want to help students learn useful language knowledge during fun tutoring time. I do my best to make tutoring fun and effective.
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...lanaguage use in their L2. I'm a native madarin speaker from Beijing, and I'm proficient both in madarin and English, so if you are a madarin speaker or an English speaker and you feel struggling learning your L2, I could help you learn your second language with your first language. I totally understand standard tests preparation is stressful, and I would help you improve your language proficiency with by practicing different class activities
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My role as your tutor is to make sure you understand the context of what you're learning. We will learn but also have fun. I believe experience and interest are the best teachers. So I'll combine both to make it a fun and safe learning environment . I received a Bachelors in Arts in International Chinese Education from JiangSu Normal University in XuZhou , Jiangsu Province China.
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...with new people! I am fluent in both Mandarin (Traditional) and English. I spent my high school years volunteering at English learning camps where I would teach English, dance, and art to kids who did not have access to these subjects. In my experience, I've learned that staying engaged and having fun is such a crucial part to the learning process and I implement that in my own teaching. In my spare time, I explore...
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...Literature, Music and Art. In my experience when it comes to tutoring students with reading, writing, oral practices etc. in languages, we have fun interactions all while utilizing Critical Thinking and Reading skills as well as Analytical skills to help sharpen them to prepare for Standardize Tests. I am a believer in education that is hands on and stimulating rather than just surface level and monotonous, which is what I always try to instill in...
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...Joy, now teaching Chinese in Wichita Chinese School. My teaching style is always easy-to-follow way & I will make my point in the perspective of English speakers. If possible, I will tailored the Chinese class exclusively for you, usually start from basic language skills like grammar, pronunciation... and also I love share Chinese culture such as paper cutting, calligraphy, how to make Chinese food with my students... It is always fun to review everything during...
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Dedicated, resourceful and passionate education professional with an accomplished and verifiable career (20+ years) promoting quality education in the capacities of College Professor, Training Specialist, Adult Education Teacher, Department Chair, Consultant and NY State Court Certified Interpreter/Translator. My favorite subjects are Microsoft Office: Word, Excel, PowerPoint & Access. (I'm a Microsoft certified specialist/trainer/examiner.) I also have Mandarin and Math teaching/tutoring experience with both adult and young learners.
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...show that was broadcast locally, sipping tea and talking to the host for a full hour in Mandarin (about Chinese society and culture). I am passionate about the language and am happy to share my knowledge with students. Mandarin is a complex and beautiful language with roots that stretch back thousands of years. Learning the language, and subsequently the culture, will enrich your life immensely. It's such a wonderful journey, I'll be glad to guide...
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...well. I tutor Biomedical Engineering, all math subjects ranging from K-12 to junior college level, all levels of Physics, all levels of Biology, all level of Chinese, and SAT preparation, including regular SAT test and Math, Physics, Biology, Chinese SAT subject tests. My teaching style is very test-preparation orientedbased on learning and emphasis on the most important key points in subjects. My philosophy is to first help students to familiarize with the key concepts, and...
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...students gain the necessary skills in their studies. My approach is tailored to each student's unique learning style, ensuring concepts are understood and applied effectively. With experience in Math, Physics, and Computer Science, I help my students break down complex topics into manageable, relatable parts, teaching the skills necessary as opposed to memorization of problems. I believe in building a strong foundation of problem-solving skills and creating a growth mindset, empowering students to tackle challenges...
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Edinburgh Mandarin Chinese 1 Tutoring FAQ
Mandarin Chinese 1 courses equip you with knowledge of the core fundamentals of the Mandarin dialect and prepares you for more advanced studies in the language. While this may be the first in a sequence of Mandarin classes that you are planning to take, you should not assume that it will necessarily be the easiest one. It's possible you may encounter more trouble in this class than in more advanced ones because of the initial challenges that learning Mandarin Chinese presents. Throughout the course, you will be expected to familiarize yourself with several different ways of representing Chinese text, including Pinyin Romanization, simplified characters, and traditional characters. For students who grew up speaking a language based on the Latin alphabet, this can present a large obstacle from the very first day of instruction. Additionally, students must learn to work with both hand-written and typed forms, which can cause additional stress. If this challenging subject has you down, get connected with a Mandarin Chinese 1 tutor in your area for one-on-one instruction.
Certain features of spoken Mandarin also present a bit of a learning curve. For example, Mandarin Chinese's use of four tones can create a stumbling block for new students. English makes extremely little use of tones, while Mandarin speakers rely on tone as a significant factor in determining the meaning of a spoken sentence. These initial difficulties must be surmounted before students can proceed with the main work of Mandarin Chinese 1, which is learning the core vocabulary needed to express yourself and communicate with others in the language.
Classes typically expect you to express your own opinions and back them up with evidence using vocabulary and grammatical knowledge that has been gained. They also require you to develop comprehensive understanding of cultural implications and the ability to discuss Chinese culture in the Mandarin tongue. If you are having trouble mastering the features of Mandarin Chinese or retaining all of the vocabulary that you need to memorize, one-on-one Mandarin Chinese 1 tutoring can give you the personalized help that you require to excel.
At Varsity Tutors, our educational directors connect you with a private instructor based on your individual needs. To make the process as effective as possible, your independent tutor will analyze your current Mandarin Chinese knowledge, your concerns about your class, and the teaching methods that allow you to learn best. They can then use this information to help you connect with a Mandarin Chinese 1 tutor who suits your academic profile. Your knowledgeable tutor can take stock of your Mandarin knowledge and create an individual learning plan for your Mandarin Chinese 1 tutoring sessions. This plan can focus on just the aspects of Mandarin Chinese in which it would most benefit you to improve your understanding. This way, you do not need to review material that already makes sense to you, allowing each of your tutoring sessions to be efficient and effective.
A Mandarin Chinese tutor can guide you through exercises targeting your weakest areas, answering your questions and providing feedback along the way. A tutor can even provide opportunities to practice your conversational skills and help you master the tone-based pronunciation of Mandarin Chinese terms if this aspect of the language is giving you trouble. No matter what parts of your Mandarin Chinese 1 class you are struggling with, a tutor can address these troublesome areas with targeted assistance. The Varsity Tutors live learning platform allows you to meet with a private tutor either in person or face-to-face online. This gives you the flexibility to meet with your tutor at the time and location of your choice, whether it be daytime, evenings, or even weekends, and whether it's at a local library, cafe, or in your own home.
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Recent Edinburgh Mandarin Chinese 1 Tutoring Session Notes
In this class, we worked on the Chinese consonants and vowels. As a singer, the student was very talented in grasping different tones, he was able to read every tone accurately. We also practiced reading more pinyin by showing some sample words. We will do more practice and introduce some characters in Chinese.
The student had a good session today. He learned his dictation words and copied two sentences containing those words. He read a passage out loud in Chinese. He checked his work and made corrections to previous workbook page and completed one additional page in his workbook.
The student and I went over the previous session's dialogue on date and time, and then we went over a new dialogue involving hobbies. We also reviewed basic sentence structures and various modifications of sentence structure, and we practiced a few grammar drills. We also discussed ways to maintain Mandarin skills, including watching movies or TV shows in Mandarin.
We mainly reviewed the characters learned in the past two weeks. I asked the students to read and recognize the characters I put on the presentation paper. The characters were about colors and common objects in real life so I also reviewed the meanings of them by asking them to connect the colors to the objects by reading the characters. We played a game in which the squares were presented in Chinese characters to improve their recognition. I also introduced a traditional Chinese food, zong zi, as today is the holiday to have that food.
I taught the student eight words (up, down, big, small, you, me, hello, goodbye) and reintroduced the word for dog. We did some charades to help memorize the new words and created very simple sentences to help her remember and contextualize the vocabulary. For example, I taught her how to say "my dog is big" and "your dog is small". We used flashcards to help teach this point, which I think helped a lot. I told her to study her flashcards and bring them to our session next week.
New monthly vocab: Last name, name, called. Chinese last names: Wang, Li, Chen, Zhang
History of Chinese last names
Vocab practice (word search)
Listening practice (online videos)
Convo practice (What is your name? What is your brother's name? Where are you from? What is your favorite Chinese food? etc.)
Character writing practice
