Whether you're a freshman at West High School, an undergraduate pursuing your bachelor's degree at the University of Utah, or a PhD student examining the spread of Buddhism in East Asia, Varsity Tutors can give you the opportunity to learn the Chinese language. In a Salt Lake City Chinese course, students of all ages and from diverse backgrounds can gain access to the many benefits of being proficient in Chinese.
In today's globalized world, which is ruled by transnational flows of people, goods, and services, the ability to speak more than one language is incredibly useful. Both in your professional and personal lives, there's a high chance that you will encounter people from very different cultural backgrounds from your own. Learning a new languages makes you more receptive to diverse perspectives and helps you become better at communicating across cultures.
When it comes to the professional sphere, small businesses and multinational corporations alike benefit greatly from having employees who can speak more than one language. This is because businesses may engage with international clients or outsource their work to freelancers from all over the globe. Knowing another language, in addition to having a deep, holistic understanding of a variety of international customs and beliefs, gives individuals in global commerce a distinctive edge. So, since communication is, in many ways, the backbone of business, being able to convey your ideas clearly and eloquently is not a skill to take for granted.
Given the prominence of China in the world of business, Chinese is a particularly beneficial language to learn. While Chinese has several different dialects, Mandarin is by far the most popular. Notably, there are over one billion native speakers of Mandarin today- and the number is steadily increasing with each day as more and more people across the globe decide to pick it up. As China continues to grow in importance in the globalized economy, learning and mastering Chinese is one great way for you to set yourself apart and enjoy a competitive edge in the job market.
But China isn't just a region of interest in the field of business. The Sinophone world- or the Chinese cultural sphere- is massive, and is home to a rich, shared heritage of history, philosophy, spirituality, and the arts. From Mongolia to Macau, Chinese language and culture have shaped literary, musical, and intellectual legacies that scholars in the West have only just begun to apprehend. So, mastering Chinese can broaden your viewpoint, and offer avenues to go into creative fields that remain yet unexplored.
Although mastering Chinese could be your path to many attractive opportunities, learning a language- especially one as challenging as Chinese- is hardly a simple task. Your schedule is already chockablock, and finding time and energy to devote to learning Chinese may seem intimidating- if not impossible.
But signing up for a Salt Lake City Chinese class with Varsity Tutors can take away your stress and anxiety. You can have the opportunity to regularly practice your Chinese without the inconvenience of an extra commute. Since the class is entirely online and held at various times, including weekends and evenings, you can find a Salt Lake City Chinese course that fits your scheduling needs.
In addition, the online learning environment is collaborative and rigorous just like a regular classroom. In a Salt Lake City Chinese course, you can have conversations with your peers, receive in-depth feedback from your tutor, and even manage to request one-on-one time with your instructor as you need it.
So, whether you're a seasoned Chinese speaker looking to sharpen your writing skills, or new to the language and just about getting those troublesome tones down, signing up for a Salt Lake City Chinese course can prove to be a great idea. Researchers in linguistics generally agree that regular practice and immersion present the keys to proficiency, and with a Salt Lake City Chinese class, that's just what you can get.
What kinds of proficiencies or skills will instructors help students with in a Salt Lake City Chinese course?
If you identify as a monolingual English speaker, Chinese is most likely the hardest language in the world for you to master. While Romance languages like Spanish, French, and Italian have a lot in common with English, Chinese and English don't share many similarities at all. For instance, Chinese has no articles, verb inflections, or plurals, and all words have only one grammatical form. So, from pronunciation to pinyin, every aspect of Chinese may feel foreign and unfamiliar.But that doesn't mean that the benefits of knowing Chinese should be discounted. Learning Chinese can give you access to a host of opportunities. Moreover, with the help of a well-trained and knowledgeable instructor, learning Chinese doesn't have to be a frustrating or difficult endeavor.
So, I'm thinking about enrolling in a class. What benefits can I expect to enjoy?
Whether you're thinking about moving to Singapore for a job in tourism or just curious to explore the world of Confucianism, all levels of proficiency and knowledge are welcome in a Salt Lake City Chinese class. Your specific needs and desires come first.
In addition, a Salt Lake City Chinese class gives you access to what's known as the Live Learning Platform. As a virtual platform that gives you the capacity to engage in conversation with your peers and receive comments from your instructor, the Live Learning Platform is a powerful tool that may ease your path to Chinese proficiency.
Furthermore, getting individualized time with your instructor is easy, too. Since Mandarin is far from an easy language to master, having some extra time to clarify your doubts with the full attention of your instructor could be advantageous. By simply requesting some personalized time, you won't be slowing the class down and can come away feeling more assured of your abilities.
So, how can I register and get enrolled?
If you're interested in starting your Chinese learning journey, you should get in touch with the educational consultants at Varsity Tutors as soon as possible. New sections start on a monthly basis, and classes happen at various times- even during weekends and evenings.
Remember that while it can be difficult to fit learning Chinese into your already too-busy schedule, knowing Chinese can be your gateway to a slew of enticing opportunities.
So, getting signed up for a Salt Lake City Chinese course can be hugely useful- either to begin your voyage or simply maintain your advanced language skills. Whether you're just starting off at Highland High School or a doctoral candidate eager to dive into primary resources in Mandarin for your thesis, sign up today. Varsity Tutors can help make your journey an enjoyable one.
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- Brigham Young University-Provo - Bachelor of Science, Chemical Engineering
Subject Expertise
- Mandarin Chinese
- ACT Writing
- ACT Science
- SAT Subject Test in Chemistry
- +34 subjects

Ryan: Salt Lake City Mandarin Chinese course instructor
...for upwards of six semesters, so I have a large amount of experience helping students understand difficult concepts in physics and other STEM subjects. As such, my primary subjects that I tutor are STEM subjects, especially math, physics, and other subjects within the realm of mechanical engineering. I love helping students understand difficult concepts. One of my joys in life is seeing the "light bulb come on" when a student makes the connection that helps...
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- Brigham Young University-Provo - Bachelor of Science, Mechanical Engineering
Subject Expertise
- Mandarin Chinese
- Software Engineering
- AP Physics 2
- Biology
- +89 subjects

Pinyi: Salt Lake City Mandarin Chinese course instructor
...the classes I have taken: Calculus 1, 2, 3, Discrete Mathematics, Linear Algebra, Intro to Data Structures, Projective Geometry, Advanced Calculus, Abstract Algebra, Bayesian Data Analysis, etc. I have tutored colleges students in maths for more than two years now. I managed to explain and clarify math theories, address and keep track of each tutee's weak points and help them finish their class successfully. I also tutored Chinese in college; not only did I help...
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- Westminster College - Bachelor of Science, Math
Subject Expertise
- Mandarin Chinese
- Geometry
- Algebra 3/4
- AP Physics 2
- +35 subjects

Danny: Salt Lake City Mandarin Chinese course instructor
...Mandarin Chinese since early 2015, Italian since 2007, and grew up speaking Spanish and English at home. I have been tutoring in several of these languages since 2010, and hope not only to help students improve proficiency in their desired language, but also to improve my own understanding of these languages as I tutor. Learning never stops, and the best way to facilitate learning is to help others to learn as well. "It had long...
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- University of Utah - Current Undergrad, Linguistics
Subject Expertise
- Mandarin Chinese
- English
- Spanish 3
- Conversational Mandarin
- +16 subjects

Joanna: Salt Lake City Mandarin Chinese course instructor
...effectively in the future. My goal is to help students be able to integrate the knowledge into their personal understanding to have more independent use of it in the future. Also, in violin I had been concert mistress and section leader in my high school orchestra. I have also studied violin privately under Rosalie Macmillan for about 3 to 4 years. Additionally I have attended music festivals and gained a music letter as I graduated...
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- University of Utah - Bachelor in Arts, Anthropology
- University of Denver - Current Grad Student, International Relations
Subject Expertise
- Mandarin Chinese
- Mandarin Chinese 1
- AP World History
- English Grammar and Syntax
- +61 subjects

Abby: Salt Lake City Mandarin Chinese course instructor
...speaking Mandarin Chinese for 13 years of my life, 2 of which I spent acting as a translator for visitors while I was living in Taiwan. Chinese is my life, I have been learning since I was in 3rd grade. I am very passionate about the language. I am a helpful, exciting, and relatable tutor; I am friendly and outgoing. I am the youngest of five siblings in my family. I love horseback riding, reading,...
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- Brigham Young University-Idaho - Bachelors, Mechanical Engineering
Subject Expertise
- Mandarin Chinese
- AP English Literature and Composition
- Science
- 5th Grade Writing
- +88 subjects

Adam : Salt Lake City Mandarin Chinese course instructor
...my home state ( a school that happens to have one of the top language programs in the United States.) What Changed? I started to learn on my own terms. So let me help you break your labels if that's the case! Let me and help you get a good score on the quiz if that's all you care about. WHATEVER it is, I want to hit YOUR goals! Because I know I can help...
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- Brigham Young University-Provo - Current Undergrad, Chinese
Subject Expertise
- Mandarin Chinese
- Mandarin Chinese 3
- Chemistry
- Art
- +14 subjects

Lai: Salt Lake City Mandarin Chinese course instructor
...It is often related to such topics as popular news, familiar natural phenomena, daily activities, or interesting stories that are relevant to the learning task. To further challenge students, I encourage students to raise questions that will help guide students to extended learning opportunities. Finally, I always leave time for practice at the end of each learning session. The goal is to help students review what they have just learned and enable me to obtain...
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- Nanjing university - Bachelor of Science, Physics
- University of Delaware - Doctor of Philosophy, Physics
Subject Expertise
- Mandarin Chinese
- Test Prep
- IB Further Mathematics
- GRE Subject Tests
- +55 subjects

Jeffrey: Salt Lake City Mandarin Chinese course instructor
...Naval Officer with the unique expertise learned in one-on-one communication with peers and sailors as well as my five children, I can help you or your child succeed. A Bachelor's in Electrical Engineering, and a Math Minor help qualify me for tutoring in many subjects. My individualized tutoring methods also raised my step-son's Physics grade from a C to an A in one semester. I specialize in mathematics (basic arithmetic through calculus) but can help...
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- Brigham Young University-Provo - Bachelor of Science, Electrical Engineering
- City University of Seattle - Master of Science, Project Management
Subject Expertise
- Mandarin Chinese
- Middle School Math
- ARM - Associate in Risk Management
- SAT Subject Test in United States History
- +335 subjects

Celeste: Salt Lake City Mandarin Chinese course instructor
...elementary and secondary levels. At the elementary level I taught grades 1-6, and tutored after school in the public school system. On the secondary level I have taught math, science, social studies, Spanish, and art to in a private academy. I tutor English as a second language, phonics, elementary reading, elementary writing, elementary math, elementary science, and elementary social studies. Additionally, I also tutor middle school math, pre-algebra, algebra, and Spanish. My goal is to...
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- Brigham Young University-Provo - Bachelor of Science, Elementary School Teaching
- Southern Utah University - Masters in Education, Education
Subject Expertise
- Mandarin Chinese
- Math
- Test Prep
- Conversational Spanish
- +30 subjects

Justin: Salt Lake City Mandarin Chinese course instructor
I am committed to helping students excel in their classes. Having completed most of my classes for my life sciences degree, I am quite familiar with the little tricks and tactics to use in order to do well in your classes. I use simple analogies and practice problems that will sufficiently prepare you for exams and homework.
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- Brigham Young University-Provo - Bachelor of Science, Neuroscience
Subject Expertise
- Mandarin Chinese
- Languages
- Music
- Microbiology
- +20 subjects

Elijah: Salt Lake City Mandarin Chinese course instructor
...and High School sciences. My favorite subject to tutor is Math because a lot of people have bad experiences with math teachers and I love trying to be a good teacher to show that Math isn't always that bad. I think that I am here to teach you how to learn and how to think instead of teaching you the correct answers. Outside of tutoring and school, I enjoy playing chess, watching TV, playing video...
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- University of Utah - Current Undergrad Student, Computer Science
Subject Expertise
- Mandarin Chinese
- ACT Reading
- Geometry
- High School Biology
- +92 subjects
Education & Certification
- Brigham Young University-Provo - Bachelors, Electrical Engineering
- Brigham Young University-Provo - Current Grad Student, Electrical Engineering
Subject Expertise
- Mandarin Chinese
- IB Mathematics SL
- High School English
- Algebra 2
- +42 subjects

Caroline: Salt Lake City Mandarin Chinese course instructor
...Language Arts and Mathematics and served as a mentor for many high school students. I have also been an undergraduate student instructor for the General Biology lab course offered at U.C. Berkeley, a prerequisite for students wishing to pursue Biology as a major. Since I have a wide range of teaching experiences in both academic subjects and test preparation, I am highly adaptable to different learning styles and cater my teaching methods to meet student...
Education & Certification
- University of California-Berkeley - Bachelor of Science, Molecular Biology
Subject Expertise
- Mandarin Chinese
- College English
- Science
- Biology
- +42 subjects

Gabrielle: Salt Lake City Mandarin Chinese course instructor
...throughout Asia, I worked and volunteered as a teacher for students of all ages, gaining significant experience in tutoring a wide variety of subjects. From ESL to public speaking, I have had the chance to help students make remarkable advancements in both confidence and competency levels. I am particularly passionate about tutoring English, Mandarin, and standardized test prep. In my experience working with students struggling to pass a class or to prepare for college entrance...
Education & Certification
- Arizona State University - Bachelor in Arts, Chinese Language & Global Studies
Subject Expertise
- Mandarin Chinese
- Mandarin Chinese 2
- PSAT Writing Skills
- SAT Writing and Language
- +29 subjects

Ziyue: Salt Lake City Mandarin Chinese course instructor
...really fun experience! Learning language can seem like a long task, but I like to set goals and use weekly agenda to improve your general study skills over a short amount of time! I also assign movies and fun videos to watch in Chinese. It is the most spoken language in the world, therefore, having this extra skill is extremely rewarding. In my free time, I enjoy marine studies, cats, mock trial, musicals (Hamilton!), running,...
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- Swarthmore College - Current Undergrad, Biology and Art
Subject Expertise
- Mandarin Chinese
- Conversational Mandarin
- ACT Math
- Cantonese
- +13 subjects

Allison: Salt Lake City Mandarin Chinese course instructor
...just another word for 'hard-working' and that goals can be achieved with a good plan of action. Setting - I am happy to open up my home in Roseville, MN for tutoring sessions because it provides a nice, quiet place to study. Before every meeting, I will set an agenda for the session based on the needs of the student. Typically, I like to spend the first session just getting to know the student. Afterwards,...
Education & Certification
- Dartmouth College - Bachelor in Arts, Computer Science
Subject Expertise
- Mandarin Chinese
- Languages
- ACT Reading
- Conversational Mandarin
- +13 subjects

May: Salt Lake City Mandarin Chinese course instructor
...Subject Math and AP Calculus. Helping struggling students achieve high scores in standardized testing has been one of the most rewarding experiences - it boosts students' confidence and at the same time gives them the desire to learn more and tackle harder problems. Chinese is my native language. As a Chinese tutor, I enjoy helping students not only achieve desirable scores in standardized testing, but also use the language to communicate. I believe the key...
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- Bryn Mawr College - Bachelor in Arts, Computer Science & Biology
Subject Expertise
- Mandarin Chinese
- Mandarin Chinese 4
- College Algebra
- Algebra 3/4
- +29 subjects

Miaowen: Salt Lake City Mandarin Chinese course instructor
...years. I have a 12 year old son, and I teach him Chinese at home. I love teaching and understand that learning a new language can be very challenging. As a Chinese teacher, I believe that my job is to help you to pick up the language in a conversational context. Then, I help you to remember those expressions and words by doing all kinds of fun memory activities. I am a very easygoing person,...
Education & Certification
- Fu Jen Catholic University - Bachelor in Arts, History
- OHIO University - Master of Fine Arts, Art History
Subject Expertise
- Mandarin Chinese
- Mandarin Chinese 4
- Mandarin Chinese 2
- Mandarin Chinese 1
- +3 subjects

Asta: Salt Lake City Mandarin Chinese course instructor
...and life experiences. I view education as a skill; education is not around to help us learn specific things, but rather education teaches us how to learn. Outside the classroom, I'm a well-traveled certified SCUBA diver who enjoys spending time kayaking and weightlifting. I also played ice hockey through college and performed as a classical pianist on campus and in Europe. When I'm not feeling so active, I can be found knitting, crocheting, reading, writing,...
Education & Certification
- University of Chicago - Bachelor in Arts, Political Science and Government
Subject Expertise
- Mandarin Chinese
- Biology
- ACT English
- Social Studies
- +80 subjects