Choosing a Syracuse German course offered by Varsity Tutors could be a great way to learn German. People might want to learn German for many different reasons, and a well-designed course can help you develop a deep understanding of this amazing language - regardless of why you want to learn.
Maybe you've got your eye on university programs with strict language requirements at Syracuse University. A deep knowledge of German could be exactly what you need to leap over this hurdle. It's never too early to start learning German, and high school students at Henninger High School or Corcoran High School might also want to learn. If you start learning German from an early age, you could develop skills that could benefit you long into adulthood. Working professionals might also want to learn German. After all, there are many German-speaking nations across Europe, and many of them offer interesting professional opportunities.
Luxembourg, Austria, and Belgium are just a few examples of nations that use German as an official language. German is mostly divided into two groups: High German and Low German. High German is mostly used for formal applications, such as education, mass media, and administrative purposes. While these various nations might use slightly different German dialects, they all use the same universal writing system. If you learn this writing system and the basic structure of the German language, and you could travel through these nations with ease. Whether you're traveling for pleasure or business, German could be a major asset.
What Might A Syracuse German Course Cover?
It's worth pointing out that German and English actually have quite a bit in common. They're both part of the same basic language family, along with Frisian and Dutch. In fact, Old English was heavily Germanic in style and structure, largely owing to the Germanic tribes that established the foundations for modern English society. But while English speakers might notice a few similarities between the two languages, there are also some major differences that could be challenging. Just like the Romance languages and Latin, German is a gender-based system. There are actually three genders in the German language, and nouns might be masculine, feminine, or neuter. One example is the gender-based system of German. German uses a distinct three gendered structure, comprising of masculine, feminine and neuter nouns. While this system is certainly a challenging concept to master, so is the German system of inflections. Inflections can transform words based on their gender, case, or number (singular or plural).
Verbs are also conjugated differently in German. Conjugation changes according to three classes, which are weak, strong, and mixed. You'll learn plenty of other interesting German concepts in your Syracuse German course, including pronunciation, grammar, and much more.
How Does A Syracuse German Course Help You Learn?
Although these courses are online, they're also quite similar to regular, traditional classrooms. When you join these virtual classrooms, you'll learn alongside other students who are in the exact same boat as you. As you learn together as a group, you'll have plenty of opportunities to ask questions, voice your opinion, and interact with the rest of the class. You might find that this approach is highly beneficial, especially in the context of learning a new language. Research has shown that collaborative learning environments might help students learn in a more efficient manner. Each course is taught by a German expert with excellent communication skills. These instructors must go through a rigorous interview and vetting process before being ultimately chosen. If you're having trouble with any of the more difficult German concepts, you can always contact your German instructor to request time to speak outside of class on a one-on-one basis.
How Do You Sign Up For A Syracuse German Class?
One of the biggest benefits of these classes is that they're accessible anywhere in the world - as long as you have a computer with internet access. But an even bigger benefit is the fact that you can choose exactly when you want to take your Syracuse German class. We understand that many of our students might be working professionals or busy students. That's why we've designed our classes to be as accommodating as possible, no matter what your schedule might look like. You can choose from weekend classes, night classes, or even classes on your lunch break. Classes start up every single month, and you can choose from two-week or four-week options.
Contact Varsity Tutors today, and our educational consultants will help you book a Syracuse German class that works for you.

Sarah: Syracuse German course instructor
...well and really enjoy learning foreign languages. As a result of my unconventional education path, I am passionate about nontraditional education and learning through action, particularly for foreign languages! I have been tutoring for various subjects (Math, English, Spanish, German, etc.) since 7th grade and now work for an SAT tutoring startup called Pathway Prep where I provide tutoring for the English sections and revise CommonApp essays. I love learning and want to share my...
Education & Certification
- Syracuse University - Bachelor of Science, International Relations
Subject Expertise
- German
- Spanish
- German 1
- Spanish 4
- +16 subjects

Cristiana: Syracuse German course instructor
...Hawking wouldn't have had much to learn from without Einstein, nor Einstein without Newton. As a tutor and a student, who had to figure out their own learning style through a lot of trial and error, I aim to make the journey a little easier and provide a map to your destination. While I'll do my best to keep you on the road, the route is yours to choose and my goal lies in ensuring...
Education & Certification
- Syracuse University - Bachelors, Computer Science
Subject Expertise
- German
- French
- High School Writing
- French 3
- +51 subjects

James: Syracuse German course instructor
...and Spanish. My teaching and research interests are intentionally interdisciplinary, ranging from European culture, literatures and languages, to several subfields of linguistics (sociolinguistics, dialectology, linguistic anthropology, internet linguistics). I'm particularly passionate about teaching my students to think about and LOOK AT language in completely mind-bending ways. (If I'm your tutor, you'll see what I mean... =) While my professional passions are teaching and language, privately I enjoy tinkering with computers and technology, exercising, home brewing,...
Education & Certification
- Linfield College-McMinnville Campus - Bachelor of Science, Germanic Languages, General
- University of Washington-Seattle Campus - Master of Arts, Germanic Languages, General
- Globe University��Madison West - Doctor of Philosophy, Germanic Languages, General
Subject Expertise
- German
- Spanish
- French
- Dutch
- +37 subjects

Rachel: Syracuse German course instructor
...Learning someone else's language shows that you respect their culture and want to understand it. At the same time, learning a new language can lead to insights about your own language and culture. When tutoring, I strive to help students meet their immediate (practical) goals while encouraging them to discover more about learning styles and strategies so they can succeed in all areas of study. In my free time, I enjoy arts and crafts of...
Education & Certification
- Grinnell College - Bachelor in Arts, French
- University of Wisconsin-Madison - Doctor of Philosophy, French
Subject Expertise
- German
- Spanish
- Canadian French Language Proficiency
- French
- +25 subjects

Clark: Syracuse German course instructor
...Great Depression*) , and a more recent book of essays on topics in economics and diplomatic history (http://books.ksplibrary.org/978-625-7501-75-0/ ) .... I have worked extensively on government-related projects, often in the greater Middle East. Effective tutoring should do more than impart techniques -- it should certainly do that -- it should help a student come away with some interest in and enthusiasm for the topic. (Soft evidence for the last is that my daughter earned a...
Education & Certification
- University of Massachusetts-Boston - Bachelor in Arts, Philosophy
- Yale University - Doctor of Science, History
Subject Expertise
- German
- Canadian French Language Proficiency
- French
- Conversational French
- +47 subjects

Andrew: Syracuse German course instructor
...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 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...
Education & Certification
- Oberlin College and Conservatory - Bachelors, German Studies and Voice Performance
- DePaul University - Masters, Voice Performance
Subject Expertise
- German
- Greek
- SAT Verbal
- ACT
- +26 subjects

Joel: Syracuse German course instructor
...tests; and topics in literature and history. My favorite subject to tutor is probably calculus because calculus really opens students' options for further exploration in math, science, economics, and pretty much every other STEM field. When it comes to tutoring, I believe that in order to give useful feedback to a student I need to observe and listen to them just as much they need to listen to me. Only then can I see what...
Education & Certification
- Cornell University - Current Undergrad, Physics
Subject Expertise
- German
- Other
- High School Computer Science
- German 1
- +60 subjects

Jamison: Syracuse German course instructor
...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 is...
Education & Certification
- University of Arizona - Bachelors, Biomedical Engineering/German Studies
Subject Expertise
- German
- Pre-Calculus
- Languages
- Geometry
- +20 subjects

Thomas: Syracuse German course instructor
...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 a BA in Political Science and German from the University of Rhode Island, and...
Education & Certification
- University of Rhode Island - Bachelors, Political Science & German
- Duke University - Masters, Environmental Economics and Policy
Subject Expertise
- German
- Spanish
- ISEE-Lower Level Verbal Reasoning
- German 1
- +47 subjects

Meghan: Syracuse German course instructor
...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 unique interests and talents while meeting their needs.
Education & Certification
- University of Michigan-Ann Arbor - Bachelor in Arts, English
- Boston College - Master of Arts, Education
Subject Expertise
- German
- Greek
- Middle School Reading Comprehension
- Phonics
- +33 subjects

Zach: Syracuse German course instructor
...As a physics major, I know the importance of understanding the fundamentals of a subject before trying to focus on specifics, especially in math and science. I try to have a very flexible teaching style, as I know not everybody learns in the same way, and I will always come prepared to teach a subject in multiple ways depending on the student's way of learning. I am outgoing, encouraging and patient, and I will always...
Education & Certification
- Colorado School of Mines - Bachelor of Science, Engineering Physics
Subject Expertise
- German
- Reading
- Conversational German
- Algebra 3/4
- +31 subjects

Elyse: Syracuse German course instructor
...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 part of my students' support team. It is important to me that students actually...
Education & Certification
- University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill - Bachelors, Psychology, Anthropology
Subject Expertise
- German
- Adult ESL/ELL
- ISEE-Middle Level Reading Comprehension
- IB Psychology SL
- +35 subjects

Monica: Syracuse German course instructor
...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 mental...
Education & Certification
- Cleveland Institute of Art - Bachelors, Photography
- Bauhaus-University Weimar - Masters, Public Art and New Artistic Strategies
Subject Expertise
- German
- Elementary Math
- ACT
- Study Skills and Organization
- +52 subjects

Rachel: Syracuse 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 2
- AP Comparative Government and Politics
- +46 subjects

Danielle: Syracuse German course instructor
...as a Writing Tutor at the Hamilton Writing Center. As a T.A., I helped my students develop study skills, complete homework, and improve their German language skills. As a writing tutor, I worked with peers to strengthen their essays, develop writing techniques, and explore their ideas on paper. These experiences helped me learn the importance of patience, encouragement, and flexibility while tutoring. I feel best when I know my student feels more sure and excited...
Education & Certification
- Hamilton College - Bachelors, English Literature, German Studies
Subject Expertise
- German
- Reading
- Writing
- ESL/ELL
- +24 subjects

Adesuwa: Syracuse German course instructor
...while volunteering at a refugee home in Berlin. It's been an amazing journey ever since! Between teaching 4th grade and solely instructing an accredited freshman-level sociology course at Rutgers University during my senior year of college, I've been fortunate enough to help students adequately connect with the necessary material (school work, prep courses, etc) in ways that suit their maturity level, learning style and personal needs. You can count on me to be patient and...
Education & Certification
- Rutgers University-Camden - Bachelor of Science, Sociology
Subject Expertise
- German
- GRE Verbal
- German 4
- Science
- +28 subjects

Sarah: Syracuse German course instructor
...student's needs. I specialize in ISEE, PSAT, and SAT prep, English, History, and German 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...
Education & Certification
- Tulane University of Louisiana - Bachelor in Arts, Anthropology
- Universitaet fuer Musik und darstellende Kunst - Certificate, Music Performance
Subject Expertise
- German
- Greek
- Latin
- Mandarin Chinese
- +89 subjects

Ilana: Syracuse German course instructor
...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, 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...
Education & Certification
- Northwestern University - Bachelor of Science, Cognitive Science
Subject Expertise
- German
- Spanish
- Greek
- German 2
- +80 subjects

Maria: Syracuse German course instructor
...one thing I've learned throughout my tutoring experience, it's that repetition just doesn't cut it when you're trying to achieve fluency in a foreign language. Or at least conventional repetition doesn't. In my tutoring sessions, I expose my students to a plethora of resources that use the vocabulary they need to ace their German classes in a way that provides each student with shades of meaning, a working knowledge of synonyms/antonyms and the ability to...
Education & Certification
- Loyola University Maryland - Bachelors, German, Writing Minor
Subject Expertise
- German
- Greek
- College English
- German 2
- +14 subjects

Scott: Syracuse German course instructor
...high school. I have tutored at Alma College and have worked as a teaching assistant at Michigan State, where I helped design assessments as well as teaching at the beginner and intermediate levels. German has been a favorite subject of mine because of my personal connection to the language and culture. I enjoy using games and communicative activities as much as possible to make German interesting and fun to learn. Outside of academia, I enjoy...
Education & Certification
- Alma College - Bachelors, German
- Michigan State University - Masters, German
Subject Expertise
- German
- German 3
- German 1
- Conversational German
- +3 subjects