Whether you're a student at St. Louis University taking Chinese to meet scholastic requirements or even a business professional wanting to learn Chinese to benefit your business dealings, Varsity Tutors offers a St. Louis Chinese course to help you work towards your goals. Learning a foreign language can be difficult in the best of circumstances, and this is especially true of Chinese since it is based on completely different concepts from English. With this potential for increased difficulty, you might find yourself facing adversity picking up on the Chinese language. A St. Louis Chinese course might be what you need to understand the language and its specific quirks more effectively. If you're a student at a school such as Riverview Gardens Senior High School, taking a course can give you benefits beyond those found in a typical classroom setting.
Chinese dialects are the most oft-spoken languages in the world, with in excess of a billion people speaking them natively. China is also a major player in the business world, with a large percentage of goods being manufactured in China. Thanks to technology increasing the globalization of the world, if you plan to become or already are a business professional, chances are China will factor into your career in some capacity. Becoming fluent in Mandarin Chinese can give you a leg up on your competition in business dealings, and a St. Louis Chinese class can help you work towards that fluency.
Whether you're a business person looking to increase their skills to benefit your career, a college student looking to do well in a Chinese class to meet your language requirement, or even just want to learn a Chinese dialect because of personal interest, a St. Louis Chinese class can push you in the right direction. Varsity Tutors can enroll you in a class that will help you no matter your current skill level.
What material does a St. Louis Chinese course cover?
Each language has its own nuances and specific peculiarities that can make it difficult to learn. This is especially true of the Chinese language, which has very little in common with English and can be difficult for non-native Chinese speakers to pick up on the concepts. To begin with, there are several dialects of the Chinese language. There are generally considered to be seven main dialects of Chinese, with Mandarin and Cantonese being the most popular. In addition to different dialects, Chinese is a tonal language where the meaning of a word can differ based on the tone it is pronounced with. Mandarin Chinese has four tones: flat, rising, falling then rising, and falling. Other dialects can have up to nine different tones.
In addition to Chinese being spoken differently than English, the written language is completely different. Unlike with English, there is no Chinese alphabet. Instead of having individual letters that make up words, the Chinese language has over 50,000 characters, with each character being the equivalent to a syllable. There are 20,000 characters used regularly, with the bulk of written Chinese being expressed with 2,500 characters.
Chinese is considered by many to be the most difficult language to learn. Due to Chinese being completely different to English with different rules, both spoken and written, you might find yourself having difficulty picking up on the language. This is where a St. Louis Chinese class can come into play.
How can I benefit from a St. Louis Chinese course?
Varsity Tutors can enroll you in a St. Louis Chinese course that can help you work towards becoming proficient in this difficult language. Chinese courses are conducted online via a live virtual platform. This online platform allows you to interact with the instructor and your academic peers just as if you were in the same room together. Your course will be led by an expert instructor who has been interviewed and vetted rigorously to ensure they are highly qualified and communicate well. The instructor leads an online group course, where you will work collaboratively with other students also looking to improve their Chinese mastery. Working in collaboration with other students can provide benefits for all involved, as working in groups can not only help you but can help you save. Working with others has also been shown to help deepen comprehension and more thoroughly prepare students. Additionally, in a group setting, if you are having difficulty with a concept, the other students in the group can provide you with assistance. Conversely, you can help other students get through difficult concepts when you have a firm grasp of them. If you still require extra help, there's no need to worry. You can request one-on-one time with your instructor to address specific areas you want to work on.
Chinese classes are convenient and offer many options to work into your schedule. Since the classes are online, they are easily accessible from anywhere you have an internet connection. Instead of having to spend time going to meet with an instructor, online classes are convenient and easy to integrate into your routine. Classes are offered in multiple sections, with new sections starting monthly. You can select between 2-week and 4-week courses. All these options mean more than likely there is an option that will fit your schedule.
How can I get signed up for a Chinese course?
Chinese can be a very difficult language to learn. Whether you're a student at Gateway High School, a college student looking for assistance, or a business person wanting to learn Chinese to increase professional opportunities in the international business world, if you contact Varsity Tutors, we can enroll you in a St. Louis Chinese course to move you in the right direction. If you contact Varsity Tutors today, we can answer any questions you might have about what a Chinese course will cover. We can provide you with our current course offerings and tell you when we can enroll you in a course and get you started working towards your goals in learning Chinese. Contact Varsity Tutors today to get started.
Owen E: St. Louis Mandarin Chinese course instructor
...your understanding of language learning and effective communication. During every session you should expect to: smile (and maybe laugh). Dad jokes are my go-to humor. see connections between what you already know and what were working on together. understand the lessons concepts at a much deeper level of comprehension (you can relax--I know how to help you master every lesson). be better prepared for upcoming homework and assignments. be completely prepared for upcoming assessments. see the...
Education & Certification
- University of Kansas - Bachelors, English
- University of Kansas - Masters, TESOL
Subject Expertise
- Mandarin Chinese
- IB Language B
- IB Language B SL
- Spanish
- +114 subjects
Mica: St. Louis Mandarin Chinese course instructor
...English to Speakers of Other Languages from the Monterey Institute of International Studies in Monterey, CA. I love to travel, and have lived and worked in three countries outside the U.S. In Costa Rica, I worked with study abroad students in an Intensive Spanish Language program. In El Salvador, I taught in a K-9 school as a Peace Corps Volunteer. Most recently, I spent two years as an English Lecturer at the Institute of Language...
Education & Certification
- Lawrence University - Bachelor in Arts, Anthropology
- Monterey Institute of International Studies - Master of Arts, TESOL
Subject Expertise
- Mandarin Chinese
- Spanish
- SAT Subject Tests
- English Grammar and Syntax
- +45 subjects
Hans: St. Louis Mandarin Chinese course instructor
...ranked the #16th best law school in the U.S. I am also an independent editor and writing tutor for the University of Utah's Graduate Writing Center. I founded the University of Utah Prison Education Project, where I served as a TA and tutor in courses from Anthropology and History to Writing and college-level Mathematics. I received a 5 on AP Calculus, AP US History, AP US Government, AP English Literature, and AP English Writing and...
Education & Certification
- University of Utah - Bachelor in Arts, History
Subject Expertise
- Mandarin Chinese
- Greek
- Other
- IB Language A: Literature
- +137 subjects
Syaulan: St. Louis Mandarin Chinese course instructor
...addition to the teaching experience for more advanced chemistry subjects, I also ever tutored junior high's on Math and Sciences, and high school students on Chemistry, Algebra, and Geometry, etc. In my teaching & tutoring, I'd like to first find out the strength and weakness of the student on the corresponding subject, and then design a protocol to induce the student fully exerting his or her strength while improving the weakness counter part. The practical...
Education & Certification
- National Chung-Hsing University - Bachelor of Science, Chemistry
- Johns Hopkins University - PHD, Organic / Material Chemistry
Subject Expertise
- Mandarin Chinese
- Science
- College Chemistry
- Quantitative Reasoning
- +26 subjects
Sichong: St. Louis Mandarin Chinese course instructor
I am a MSBA and MACC graduate from Washington University. I received my undergraduate degrees in Math and Finance, and my Master in Accounting. I am a native mandarin speaker who was born and raised in Shanghai China, and lived there for 18 years. I am extremely easy going, patient and very passionate about teaching.
Education & Certification
- Washington University in St Louis - Bachelor in Business Administration, Finance
- Washington University in St Louis - Master in Management, Accounting
Subject Expertise
- Mandarin Chinese
- Algebra 2
- High School Accounting
- Cost Accounting
- +22 subjects
Education & Certification
- Saint Louis University-Main Campus - Bachelor of Science, Physics
Subject Expertise
- Mandarin Chinese
- Study Skills
- AP Physics 1
- SAT
- +54 subjects
LaYow : St. Louis Mandarin Chinese course instructor
...classrooms as a "teacher aid" by answering questions and explaining concepts to students one-on-one. Furthermore, I plan on working as a calculus tutor leader for incoming freshmen next semester at my university. I am extremely passionate about teaching students and helping them reach their full potential because education is not "one size fits all" and neither is learning. My teaching philosophy is that every student learns and understands concepts differently. Therefore, my goal is to...
Education & Certification
- Washington University in St Louis - Bachelor of Science, Biochemistry and Molecular Biology
Subject Expertise
- Mandarin Chinese
- French
- SAT Subject Test in French with Listening
- Mandarin Chinese 3
- +37 subjects
Allison: St. Louis Mandarin Chinese course instructor
...you can see a "kid" at the bottom of the character. From my explanation, the students could not only remember this character, but also figured out the original educational philosophy of China. Furthermore, students could make comparison between Chinese teaching philosophy and American teaching philosophy, and this made them understand China more profoundly. I have taught many courses including AP Chinese, Chinese in speech and writing (elementary, intermediate, and advanced), oral Chinese proficiency (level 1...
Education & Certification
- Wuhan University - Bachelors, Chinese Language and Literature
- Wuhan University - PHD, Chinese Language and Literature
Subject Expertise
- Mandarin Chinese
- Mandarin Chinese 2
- Mandarin Chinese 4
- Conversational Mandarin
- +4 subjects
Vera: St. Louis Mandarin Chinese course instructor
...and science, and I want to share that with my students! I am sad to see students who think they can't master these subjects because they've never had the right help and support to learn. I always try a number of different approaches and explanations to see what works for a student. Some people like formulas, while others like pictures. I work for that moment when a difficult concept finally makes sense.
Education & Certification
- University of Arizona - Bachelor of Science, Mathematics
Subject Expertise
- Mandarin Chinese
- Math
- Probability
- MATLAB
- +53 subjects
Lysa: St. Louis Mandarin Chinese course instructor
My personal experience learning languages has been one of the best joys in my life. I enjoy using foreign languages to connect with people all around the world. Helping people do the same is my goal and I hope to have the chance to work with you!... I believe learning should be fun. Make it relatable to something the student is interested in to help make it memorable. Find out what the student is interested in while keeping on task is the best way to learn.
Education & Certification
- University of Missouri Columbia - Bachelors, Spanish
Subject Expertise
- Mandarin Chinese
- Spanish
- College English
- High School English
- +9 subjects
Lily: St. Louis Mandarin Chinese course instructor
I'm currently a sophomore at Washington University in St. Louis studying molecular biology and biochemistry. My favourite subjects include biology, chemistry, calculus, and art history. During high school, I tutored underclassmen in general and AP biology. During freshman year of college, I was a coach for a middle school science olympiad optics team.
Education & Certification
- Washington University in St Louis - Bachelor in Arts, Biochemistry and Molecular Biology
Subject Expertise
- Mandarin Chinese
- Calculus 2
- Essay Editing
- High School Biology
- +22 subjects
Tess: St. Louis Mandarin Chinese course instructor
...Gamma. I'm currently an intern in D.C for Accenture, serving the Dept. of Homeland Security in the Federal Services practice. I work in data analytics and management consulting. When I'm not in school or at work, you can find me running in forest park, practicing yoga, or working at lululemon in the Central West End! Staying active and healthy is something that's really important to me. I can't wait to learn more about you when...
Education & Certification
- Washington University in St Louis - Bachelor in Business Administration, Business and Managerial Economics
Subject Expertise
- Mandarin Chinese
- Middle School Writing
- Elementary School Math
- American Literature
- +66 subjects
Yu: St. Louis Mandarin Chinese course instructor
...of Arts in Economics and another Master degree of Science in technology. My native languages are Japanese and Chinese. I have helped foreign students who moved to Japan to learn Japanese and I also have helped people who want to learn Chinese as a hobby. I helped bridge the gap between struggle and success for people who want to learn new languages in any age groups. I motivated students of diverse backgrounds to overcome their...
Education & Certification
- Chiba University - Bachelor in Arts, Economics
- Columbia University in the City of New York - Master of Science, Information Technology Project Management
Subject Expertise
- Mandarin Chinese
- Japanese
- Introduction to Japanese
- Languages
- +5 subjects
Jane: St. Louis Mandarin Chinese course instructor
...not only patients about their health but also future doctors such as myself. Ever since high school I fell in love with tutoring. After school, I would help friends and classmates with trigonometry, pre-calculus, and calculus and I loved the feeling of being able to transform a difficult subject in the eyes of a students and watching them develop a curiosity for it rather than view it as an obstacle. In college, I worked as...
Education & Certification
- Washington University in St Louis - Bachelors, Neuroscience
Subject Expertise
- Mandarin Chinese
- Math
- AP Chemistry
- AP Chinese Language and Culture
- +58 subjects
Wanning: St. Louis Mandarin Chinese course instructor
...from originally and what my heritage means to me. My native language is Mandarin Chinese and I have a strong passion in helping people understand and improve their Chinese language skills. I always believe being able to speak and understand another language really can open a door for a person to see the world from a different perspective. There are so many aspects behind a language, such as culture, people, and people's ways of thinking....
Education & Certification
- Capital Normal University Beijing China - Bachelors, English/Tourism Management
- Southern Illinois University Carbondale - Masters, Accounting
Subject Expertise
- Mandarin Chinese
- Greek
- Mandarin Chinese 4
- Mandarin Chinese 1
- +12 subjects
Sanvy: St. Louis Mandarin Chinese course instructor
...great sense of accomplishment whenever I pass on valuable knowledge to another person! I can teach people how to improve their performance on the ACT, SAT, and GMAT standardized tests. In addition, I can teach algebra, geometry, and Chinese at all levels. My favorite subject to teach is the GMAT exam because the level of required logical deduction really challenges thinking to new heights. Data sufficiency in the quantitative section provides a unique twist in...
Education & Certification
- Truman State University - Bachelor of Science, Biology, General
Subject Expertise
- Mandarin Chinese
- Mandarin Chinese 1
- SAT
- GMAT Verbal
- +42 subjects
Sean: St. Louis Mandarin Chinese course instructor
...U.S, I'm a motivated character that always excelled in academics and achievements, including winning congressional scholarship at the age of 16. After high school, I began a home business while attending college. Throughout the last couple years, I have been increasingly seeking ways to enrich my skill-set and keep my mind sharp: I'd studied overseas, learned foreign languages, practiced coding and digital production. In person, I'm a calm, clear-minded and detail-oriented individual.
Education & Certification
- Los Angeles Valley College - Bachelor of Economics, International Economics
Subject Expertise
- Mandarin Chinese
- German
- Trigonometry
- AP Chinese Language and Culture
- +24 subjects
Benjamin: St. Louis Mandarin Chinese course instructor
...and watch sports, particularly basketball and baseball. I also have significant experience working with youth as a camp counselor and as the coordinator of a Virginia high school program. These youth-oriented leadership experiences have led me to tutoring, and I could not be more excited to start that journey. A little about my background: I attended a Jewish private school from Kindergarten through fifth grade. My school was well-funded, and a vast majority of my...
Education & Certification
- University of Richmond - Bachelor in Arts, Communication and Rhetoric
Subject Expertise
- Mandarin Chinese
- Greek
- Latin
- Hebrew
- +173 subjects
Taylor: St. Louis Mandarin Chinese course instructor
...tutoring languages--Mandarin or English (ESL). There's something special about helping others communicate. I am also willing to help with other middle/high school and STEM subjects if required. I know that sometimes all it takes is some extra attention and another method of explaining to make a big difference and I'll work hard to help find the study method for you. I have a BS in Biosystems Engineering and a BA in Chinese from Michigan State...
Education & Certification
- Michigan State University - Bachelor of Science, Biological/Biosystems Engineering
- Michigan State University - Bachelor in Arts, Chinese Studies
Subject Expertise
- Mandarin Chinese
- Mandarin Chinese 3
- English
- Languages
- +15 subjects
Robin: St. Louis Mandarin Chinese course instructor
...has also taken a few engineering classes. I have a B.S. in chemistry with a minor in mathematics and an M.S. in chemistry, both from Baylor University. I also taught chemistry for five years at Boise State University. All my standardized test scores are from my first time taking the test with very little preparation. I actually enjoy taking tests (weird I know). I am very skilled at helping others to learn the topics presented, improve...
Education & Certification
- Baylor University - Bachelor of Science, Chemistry
- Baylor University - Master of Science, Inorganic Chemistry
Subject Expertise
- Mandarin Chinese
- Latin
- AP Chinese Language and Culture
- SSAT
- +119 subjects