Whether you are a senior at Ballard High School who is studying German as a second language, or you're a Bellarmine University freshman who wants to learn it to help you get a competitive edge in a global market, Varsity Tutors can help you master this complex and guttural language with a Louisville German class. While German may seem markedly different than English in many ways, it actually shares its roots, as they are both from the Indo-German language family. A Louisville German course can help provide you with the necessary exposure to help you gain competence when learning their unique set of grammar rules.
German is a widespread and prolific language, and over 90 million people - spread across Germany, Austria, and Switzerland - are proud to call it their native tongue. While written German is fairly consistent across the various regions that use it, spoken German has several different dialects in use today. For instance, High German is mostly used in academia and literature and is typically the language that can be heard throughout the highlands of Germany. Low German, on the other hand, is the spoken language of the lowland area of northern Germany. Understanding these dialects, and the ability to tell them apart, can help you feel more secure in both your schoolwork and your career.
What kind of skills can I learn in a Louisville German course?
Fortunately, the German language already bears some resemblance to English, so training your ear to understand it can be somewhat easier than expected. However, it has some of its own quirks, which certainly can take some practice to fully grasp. For example, while English has only three noun cases (subjective, objective, and possessive), German has four noun cases (nominative, accusative, genitive, and dative). Not knowing these additional noun cases can lead to serious grammatical and communication errors, especially if this is your first introduction to them, but a Louisville German class can help you identify them better and feel more comfortable using them.
A Louisville German course can also help you learn the numerous rules about verb conjugation in this language. Furthermore, German also has singular and plural numbers for nouns, which are then designated by specific articles (such as "der" or "die"). This is not dissimilar to English, but it can still take time before you start to gain proficiency in this language. A Louisville German class can help you get the much-needed practice you need to help you learn it. By partaking in a live class, you can get real-time instruction and feedback from your teacher. You can also feel free to speak directly to your classmates while in class, which can also help you improve your German.
Learning German has a little bit of a learning curve, and you may find that it gets easier to comprehend over time. It's perfectly normal to struggle a little bit at first, though, especially when learning new vocabulary terms or conjugation rules. If you find that you need more time to go over things that were covered in your class, you can always request one-on-one time with your teacher. This can help you get the additional practice that you need to help you grow in your learning.
How can I get started with a Louisville German class?
Tedious commutes to a conventional brick-and-mortar classroom setting can be stressful and unpleasant. Our virtual platform cuts out this unwanted hindrance, as the class is entirely online. Instead of trying to juggle your work and personal life to squeeze in your language studies, you can instead get started on your language journey faster. Our Louisville German courses run at various times of the day, and on many different days of the week, which means that there are several convenient options from which you can choose. This can make scheduling your lessons much easier and enjoyable!
It can be challenging to learn a new language, especially if you've never been exposed to it before. With ample practice, though, you can start to grow more confident in your German language skills. Whether you are a Louisville Male High School student who wants learn German as his language requirement for graduation, or you're on track to get your undergraduate degree from Bellarmine University with a German language minor, a Louisville German course can help you get the practice you need. To learn more about what you can learn in Louisville German class, or to see how to get signed up, please give Varsity Tutors a call today!
Andrew: Louisville German course instructor
...Music Theory/Aural Skills. I have also twice co-taught an intensive one-month long German 101 course, where I designed the lesson plans, and graded homework, quizzes and tests. I am 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...
Education & Certification
- Oberlin College and Conservatory - Bachelors, German Studies and Voice Performance
- DePaul University - Masters, Voice Performance
Subject Expertise
- German
- Greek
- ACT Math
- German 3
- +26 subjects
Jacob: Louisville German course instructor
...the material itself. But I enjoyed it even more when I heard about all the success other students were having as a result of my teaching. I was recruited to Brown University for rowing, and am officially undeclared but plan on graduating with a dual degree in biology and German studies. My favorite subjects to tutor are the ones I'm most passionate about; namely biology, German, and math (algebra and trig). Outside of all that,...
Education & Certification
- Brown University - Current Undergrad, Biology and German
Subject Expertise
- German
- Math
- ACT Reading
- ACT English
- +21 subjects
Danielle: Louisville German course instructor
...to intimidating and stressful. I currently live and work in Germany as the recipient of a Fulbright Scholarship. I work at local middle and high schools, teaching English to students and running an "American Group" in my free time. I am also a freelance Writing Tutor for an education consulting company in Beijing. These vast and varied experiences has exposed me to students of different ages, ethnicities, and abilities. I am always happy to accommodate...
Education & Certification
- Hamilton College - Bachelors, English Literature, German Studies
Subject Expertise
- German
- College Essays
- Languages
- Study Skills
- +24 subjects
Alexander: Louisville German course instructor
...mathematics in particular I have strong experience working with students who have learning disabilities. I'm near-fluent in German and Spanish, have a year of Chinese under my belt, and have introductory familiarity with Turkish, Korean, French, Italian, and Japanese. If you ever need a conversation practice partner for German/Spanish, let me know! Talking again about math, I have the most experience teaching Pre-Algebra through Algebra II, but I'm more than comfortable working with students in...
Education & Certification
- Columbia University in the City of New York - Bachelor in Arts, Computer Science
Subject Expertise
- German
- Spanish
- SAT Math
- AP Computer Science A
- +81 subjects
Elyse: Louisville German course instructor
...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 student, and I take joy in being...
Education & Certification
- University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill - Bachelors, Psychology, Anthropology
Subject Expertise
- German
- German 2
- SSAT- Middle Level
- ISEE-Lower Level Writing
- +35 subjects
Sophia: Louisville German course instructor
...throughout college. My passion for languages shapes my preferred tutoring realm; I especially enjoy teaching others the languages I am familiar with and fluent in, which include English, German, Italian, and Spanish. I also enjoy assisting in science-related fields, mostly for school-aged children and teens. Lastly, in my fifteen years of violin-playing, I have been part of a number of ensembles, including the Columbia University Orchestra, and have taught violin to elementary and middle school...
Education & Certification
- Barnard College - Bachelor in Arts, Environmental Science
Subject Expertise
- German
- Spanish
- Italian
- Spanish 1
- +97 subjects
Abigail: Louisville German course instructor
...I also spent a semester volunteering with a volunteer based organization which focuses on helping Elementary school children who are reading below grade level get caught up and have worked as a writing tutor for about one year now. As you can tell, my specialty is English and writing, but I have also had great success with teaching math, because I am a good communicator. I sincerely believe that a student can learn to do anything...
Education & Certification
- University of Maryland - Bachelor in Arts, Linguistics
Subject Expertise
- German
- Other
- PSAT Writing Skills
- Essay Editing
- +32 subjects
Philipp: Louisville German course instructor
...Columbia College. I love tutoring students in 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...
Education & Certification
- Columbia College - Current Undergrad, East Asian Studies
Subject Expertise
- German
- SHSAT
- Arithmetic
- AP German Language and Culture
- +28 subjects
Natalie: Louisville German course instructor
...student at Columbia, and I just moved to New York City this fall! I love tutoring and teaching students, and I have worked with a number of educational programs, from boarding schools to Americorps. I specialize in languages (English, French, German, Latin, and Ancient Greek) and test prep. I seek to help my students make connections between new material and things that are familiar to them, breaking down higher concepts with accessible examples that can...
Education & Certification
- Princeton University - Bachelors, Philosophy
- Columbia University in the City of New York - Current Grad Student, Philosophy
Subject Expertise
- German
- Latin
- French
- ACT Reading
- +59 subjects
Sarah: Louisville German course instructor
...tutoring, and college essay coaching. Having worked in undergraduate admissions at a top 50 research university for 3 years, I know exactly what top colleges are looking for, and I'm ready to help you get into the school of your dreams. Whether you need tutoring in the Humanities, test prep strategies, or individualized essay assistance, I know that I can help you achieve your goals and reach academic success. Thanks for reading, and I look...
Education & Certification
- Tulane University of Louisiana - Bachelor in Arts, Anthropology
- Universitaet fuer Musik und darstellende Kunst - Certificate, Music Performance
Subject Expertise
- German
- Latin
- Mandarin Chinese
- Greek
- +89 subjects
Abhijith: Louisville German course instructor
...of Johns Hopkins University with a double major in Neurosciences and German Literature, both with honors. I attended medical school at Drexel University immediately after and will begin residency in Neurosurgery this coming July. Throughout my extensive educational career, I was fortunate to be guided by numerous mentors that played a key role every in every aspect of my journey thus far. For this reason, I have been tutoring since before I graduated high school...
Education & Certification
- Johns Hopkins University - Bachelor of Science, Neuroscience
- Drexel University - Doctor of Medicine, Premedicine
Subject Expertise
- German
- Science
- German 1
- Neuroscience
- +21 subjects
Monica: Louisville German course instructor
...and have a Master's of Fine Art in Public Art and New Artistic Strategies from the Bauhaus in Weimar, Germany. Working as a fine artist is an excellent way to indulge my interest in a variety of subjects from the role of free speech in society to the history of suburban development. I enjoy tutoring because of the opportunity it provides to encourage students' intellectual curiosity. Seeing the joy of learning when a concept "clicks"...
Education & Certification
- Cleveland Institute of Art - Bachelors, Photography
- Bauhaus-University Weimar - Masters, Public Art and New Artistic Strategies
Subject Expertise
- German
- English Grammar and Syntax
- GRE Analytical Writing
- GRE Verbal
- +52 subjects
Will: Louisville German course instructor
...real-life situations. I want my students to be intrinsically motivated when it comes to German language and culture. Essentially, I want them to go to Germany, Austria, Switzerland, or Liechtenstein, etc and succeed. I am always friendly with my students. I want learning to be immersive and authentic. I want students to have the same experience with German that I had. When it comes down to it, I want my students to love the language...
Education & Certification
- University of Maryland-College Park - Bachelors, German/Secondary Education
- Towson University - Current Grad Student, School Administration
Subject Expertise
- German
- College English
- German 4
- Conversational German
- +8 subjects
Zachary: Louisville German course instructor
...I am familiar with the competitiveness of seeking admission to top-tier universities and can use my personal experience in my tutoring. Most relevant, I have been recognized by the University of Pennsylvania for my writing ability and am employed at our Critical Writing Center. Here, I advise both undergraduate and graduate students on their academic and professional writing, editing and proofreading for grammar, logical coherence, and persuasiveness. I love my job at the Writing Center...
Education & Certification
- University of Pennsylvania - Bachelor in Arts, Political Science and Government
Subject Expertise
- German
- Summer
- Algebra 2
- SAT
- +39 subjects
Jackie: Louisville German course instructor
...24-year old student who has just graduated from the University of Arizona with my BA in Linguistics. My minors are Spanish and Mandarin Chinese. I was born in Germany, and speak fluent German. I have always had a love and interest for languages, and my goal is to encourage students to also embrace foreign languages, and hopefully ignite a spark for second-language learning all kinds of different people. Learning a second, third, or even fourth...
Education & Certification
- University of Arizona - Bachelors, Linguistics
Subject Expertise
- German
- Spanish
- Mandarin Chinese
- German 2
- +10 subjects
Thomas: Louisville German course instructor
...see myself as a qualified, knowledgeable 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...
Education & Certification
- University of Rhode Island - Bachelors, Political Science & German
- Duke University - Masters, Environmental Economics and Policy
Subject Expertise
- German
- Spanish
- Test Prep
- ACT Writing
- +47 subjects
Meghan: Louisville German course instructor
...than the subject at hand; it's about finding the ways in which you learn best and allowing yourself to have what you need, even if it isn't seen as average. Too often, our schools value data over students and forget that education is about discovery and personal growth. As a teacher and tutor, I strive to understand my students individually as whole, complex people. In doing so, I am able to better reach the person...
Education & Certification
- University of Michigan-Ann Arbor - Bachelor in Arts, English
- Boston College - Master of Arts, Education
Subject Expertise
- German
- Greek
- Introduction to Poetry
- German 1
- +33 subjects
Ilana: Louisville German course instructor
...test prep for the SATs and ACTs, as well as math for all ages. I excel particularly in writing and editing and love tutoring in the humanities. My teaching philosophy is one of guidance rather than direct instruction, helping students to discover answers on their own. I am very patient and understand that sometimes all it takes to understand a difficult concept is to explain it in a few different ways. We all learn differently,...
Education & Certification
- Northwestern University - Bachelor of Science, Cognitive Science
Subject Expertise
- German
- Spanish
- Greek
- Voice
- +80 subjects
Joshua: Louisville German course instructor
...that everyone has a story to tell and something to contribute. And to my surprise, it was teaching, in fact, that taught me more than studying ever could. I hope to be able to share my love of learning with you! I have approximately a decade's worth of study in the French language and French acquisition both domestically and abroad. Along with French, I have significant hours of study in university-level German. I am conversationally...
Education & Certification
- Mississippi State University - Bachelors, French/German
- Mississippi State University - Masters, French/Linguistics
Subject Expertise
- German
- French
- Italian
- Spanish
- +67 subjects
Jamison: Louisville German course instructor
...patient and understanding person. I speak 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...
Education & Certification
- University of Arizona - Bachelors, Biomedical Engineering/German Studies
Subject Expertise
- German
- SAT
- SAT Mathematics
- Elementary School Math
- +20 subjects