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!
Jacob: Louisville German course instructor
...last semester graduate student at the University of Kentucky Patterson School of Diplomacy and Commerce. I'm majoring in International Security and Intelligence. I hope to one day work at the State Department or one of the Intelligence Agencies. I have two bachelors, one in International Relations and another in German/German Studies. I also have an associates degree in History. I love teaching History, geography, International Relations and Politics. I can also teach German as well....
Education & Certification
- University of Kentucky - Master's/Graduate, International Secuirty and Intelligence
Subject Expertise
- German
- History
- Geography
- AP Human Geography
- +10 subjects
Andrew: Louisville German course instructor
...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 experiences into tutoring sessions, so that I can instill in my students a desire to learn more of the German language through a glimpse of what is possible once one has a basis in the language. I also have taken German Diction classes because of...
Education & Certification
- Oberlin College and Conservatory - Bachelors, German Studies and Voice Performance
- DePaul University - Masters, Voice Performance
Subject Expertise
- German
- Greek
- SAT Writing and Language
- PSAT Mathematics
- +26 subjects
Ilana: Louisville German course instructor
...so I aim to develop an individualized approach for each student in order to make the most of our time together. While I am not being a tutor, I am a musician. In addition to singing, I play the violin and viola and dabble in everything from Bach to bluegrass to covers of pop songs. As an opera singer, I have studied Spanish, Italian, French and German and am accordingly fascinated by the etymology of...
Education & Certification
- Northwestern University - Bachelor of Science, Cognitive Science
Subject Expertise
- German
- Spanish
- Greek
- SAT
- +80 subjects
Jamison: Louisville German course instructor
...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 and I believe the number one trait...
Education & Certification
- University of Arizona - Bachelors, Biomedical Engineering/German Studies
Subject Expertise
- German
- German 2
- Algebra 2
- SAT Mathematics
- +20 subjects
Elyse: Louisville German course instructor
...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 part of my students' support team. It is important to me that students actually enjoy the learning process, so I strive to make tutoring sessions both engaging and challenging. Outside of tutoring, I like to spend my free...
Education & Certification
- University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill - Bachelors, Psychology, Anthropology
Subject Expertise
- German
- SSAT- Middle Level
- GRE
- ISEE-Middle Level Verbal Reasoning
- +35 subjects
Thomas: Louisville German course instructor
...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 German from the University of Rhode Island, and a Master's degree in Environmental Management from Duke University. I speak German and Spanish. I'm confident tutoring several standardized tests, including SSAT, ISEE, SAT, ACT,...
Education & Certification
- University of Rhode Island - Bachelors, Political Science & German
- Duke University - Masters, Environmental Economics and Policy
Subject Expertise
- German
- Spanish
- ACT Math
- ISEE-Lower Level Reading Comprehension
- +47 subjects
David: Louisville German course instructor
...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 course) philosophy. All of these areas stretch from an elementary to an advanced level, and I consider it of cardinal importance to equally value the successful communication both of elementary topics, such as algebra 1 or German word order, and complex ones, such as deontological...
Education & Certification
- University of Pennsylvania - Bachelor in Arts, Philosophy
Subject Expertise
- German
- Spanish
- High School Biology
- AP German Language and Culture
- +55 subjects
Meghan: Louisville German course instructor
...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 in front of me, utilizing their...
Education & Certification
- University of Michigan-Ann Arbor - Bachelor in Arts, English
- Boston College - Master of Arts, Education
Subject Expertise
- German
- Greek
- Middle School Writing
- GRE Verbal
- +33 subjects
Zachary: Louisville German course instructor
...college, I have garnered a wealth of volunteer and paid tutoring experience in a wide variety of subjects. As a current college junior at the University of Pennsylvania, 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...
Education & Certification
- University of Pennsylvania - Bachelor in Arts, Political Science and Government
Subject Expertise
- German
- SAT Math
- Languages
- Geometry
- +39 subjects
Eric: Louisville German course instructor
...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 a whole, and I try to embody this attitude while working with students. In my spare time, I enjoy reading...
Education & Certification
- Juniata College - Bachelors, Philosophy and German (Double Major)
Subject Expertise
- German
- IB Language B
- IB Language B HL
- IB Language B SL
- +38 subjects
Flynn: Louisville German course instructor
As an ME student at MIT, I've learned a lot about math and science, and I'd love to share that knowledge with students here. I've taught over thirty students in standardized test preparation, English, German, and various kinds of math and science. It's very important to find teaching methods that meet students' individual needs,so the first meeting will usually be largely about finding the perfect learning strategy for a student.
Education & Certification
- Massachusetts Institute of Technology - Bachelor of Science, Mechanical Engineering
Subject Expertise
- German
- Pre-Algebra
- ACT English
- SAT Subject Test in Physics
- +46 subjects
Rachel: Louisville German course instructor
Hi! I'm Rachel. I have a pretty relaxed teaching style and adapt well to all kinds of students. I really aim for students to understand concepts rather than make great test scores. However, great test scores are a good side effect of understanding concepts better.
Education & Certification
- Middle Tennessee State University - Current Undergrad, International Relations
Subject Expertise
- German
- Japanese
- German 1
- Study Skills
- +46 subjects
Sophia: Louisville German course instructor
...for helping others and sharing my knowledge, I've gravitated toward tutoring since my early high school years. I'm now in my last year of college-- I study environmental science and art history at Barnard College of Columbia University in New York City-- and I'm happy that I've been able to continue to tutor a wide range of ages in a wide variety of subjects throughout college. My passion for languages shapes my preferred tutoring realm;...
Education & Certification
- Barnard College - Bachelor in Arts, Environmental Science
Subject Expertise
- German
- Italian
- Spanish
- Literature
- +97 subjects
Abigail: Louisville German course instructor
...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 as long as he understands what his teacher is explaining (and that is where I come in!) On top of that, I am an upbeat and positive person, and I honestly enjoy what I do. Your kids will...
Education & Certification
- University of Maryland - Bachelor in Arts, Linguistics
Subject Expertise
- German
- Test Prep
- Elementary Math
- Writing
- +32 subjects
Monica: Louisville German course instructor
...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" for someone is one of the perks of the job. I also appreciate the...
Education & Certification
- Cleveland Institute of Art - Bachelors, Photography
- Bauhaus-University Weimar - Masters, Public Art and New Artistic Strategies
Subject Expertise
- German
- Art
- English
- Social Studies
- +52 subjects
Philipp: Louisville German course instructor
...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 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
- SAT Subject Test in Mathematics Level 2
- Test Prep
- SHSAT
- +28 subjects
Elisabeth: Louisville German course instructor
...a 7th grade Latin teacher, I have experience working with middle school students, and I have also taught Latin, history, and writing on the college level. In addition, I have also worked with high school students. I hold a B.A. in history and German studies from the University of Bielefeld, Germany, and am currently completing my PhD in Classics at the Johns Hopkins University. I enjoy learning as much as I enjoy teaching, and am...
Education & Certification
- University of Bielefeld, Germany - Bachelors, History
- Johns Hopkins University - Current Grad Student, Classics
Subject Expertise
- German
- Foreign Language
- Latin
- Conversational German
- +15 subjects
Heather: Louisville German course instructor
...cheesy as that sounds, it's true!). My primary experience is with SAT prep, as one of my summer internships in college was to start an SAT tutoring company in my hometown of Ephrata, PA. My students improved their test scores an average of 200 points after meeting for 6-8 sessions with me! Aside from that I've always helped my babysitting charges and younger siblings with countless hours of homework. I love helping all levels and...
Education & Certification
- Villanova University - Bachelors, Economics, Spanish
Subject Expertise
- German
- Spanish
- Algebra
- English Grammar and Syntax
- +20 subjects
Natalie: Louisville German course instructor
...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 help foster creativity. I care deeply...
Education & Certification
- Princeton University - Bachelors, Philosophy
- Columbia University in the City of New York - Current Grad Student, Philosophy
Subject Expertise
- German
- French
- Latin
- High School Level American Literature
- +59 subjects
Alexander: Louisville German course instructor
...American students in German. My students included middle school level all the way up to senior-level professionals. My favorite part of teaching German to my students was following their progress and seeing them reach their goals together with me. My approach to tutoring really depends on the student and his or her needs. However, as a general rule of thumb I try to stick to the doctrine of "learning by doing" as much as possible...
Education & Certification
- University of Vienna - Bachelors, Political Science and Government
- London School of Economics - Masters, Politcal Science
Subject Expertise
- German
- Languages
- German 1
- German 4
- +3 subjects