Thanks to Varsity Tutors, students of all ages can start mastering the Chinese language. Whether you're a freshman at Westlake High School, an undergraduate student pursuing your bachelor's degree at Austin Community College, or a doctoral candidate at the University of Texas-Austin examining how Chinese characters influenced Japanese Kanji, an Austin Chinese course could be your path to becoming proficient in Chinese.
There are plenty of professional, personal, and intellectual benefits of learning a language. For one, being multilingual has been shown to have a very positive impact on cognition. Learning and speaking another language not only improves cognition and decision-making skills but also makes you less likely to develop certain neurodegenerative issues that tend to arise in old age.
In a similar vein, knowing another language can also make you more compassionate and open to diverse viewpoints. Learning another language forces you to step out of your own shoes and walk a mile in someone else's, so it can be a great way to deepen your connection to other people, cultures, and traditions.
Since our economy today is highly interconnected and dependent on the transnational flows of people, goods, and services, it's also highly useful to be able to communicate with someone who has a different cultural background from you. Your competitors, colleagues, and bosses may be from another country, so your ability to communicate with them clearly and effectively could be the key to your success in the workplace.
Although there are thousands of spoken languages in the world, one of the most useful to learn is Chinese. Mandarin Chinese, in particular, is a language that may offer you a host of opportunities. Although Chinese encompasses various different dialects including Xiang, Wu, and Hakka, the most widely spoken is Mandarin Chinese. One billion people call Mandarin Chinese their native language.
Today, China is a global superpower that cannot be ignored. The Sinosphere - the Chinese linguistic and cultural sphere - has a massive influence on the way that international affairs and political economy function today. Furthermore, the Sinosphere itself is mind-boggling in its diversity. While Japan and South Korea are a couple of major countries that form the core of the Sinosphere, China's growing global influence means that you are likely to find Chinese speakers everywhere from Jakarta to Johannesburg. As China continues to invest heavily in Africa, mastering Chinese can not only land you that prestigious job in Chengdu, but maybe even catapult you to exotic locales like Durban and Dakar.
Even as knowing Chinese can offer you innumerable exciting opportunities, the process of learning the language can be fairly time-consuming and frustrating. Linguists and scholars have long been making the argument that consistent practice and an immersive environment tend to be the keys to fluency. Yet, with a hectic schedule and no time for an extra commute to Chinese class, how can you expect to learn, and eventually master Chinese?
That's where an Austin Chinese course can help you out. An Austin Chinese course is held at various different times, including weekends and evenings, so you don't have to rush through your other commitments to make it to a class. Moreover, it's all online!
The online Live Learning Platform mimics the regular classroom, but without the stress of navigating traffic when you're already busy. With the powerful digital tools built into the Live Learning Platform, you can have conversations with your peers and instructor alike. It's easy to request one-on-one time as well, so you can stop worrying about lagging behind or dragging the pace of the class for your peers.
So, whether you're translating interviews for your ethnography on Mississippi's Chinese-American population or still wrapping your head around pinyin, getting signed up for an Austin Chinese class can be one way for you to take your Chinese language learning goals forward. Dedicated instruction time, rigorous practice, and a collaborative classroom environment can help make your ride to proficiency a smooth one.
What types of skills would an instructor generally go over in a Chinese class?
Mandarin Chinese has a very distinct pictographic script, grammar, and phonology or sound system. Students may find it surprising to learn that the different Chinese dialects are not even mutually intelligible. So, not only is Mandarin Chinese distinct from the Hokkien or Harbin dialects, but it also has practically nothing in common with English. In other words, while languages like French and Spanish have features in common with English which make the simpler for English speakers to master, the same cannot be said for Mandarin. Mandarin contains no articles, verb inflections, or plurals. In addition, all words have only one grammatical form. For a typical monolingual English speaker, this can be fairly tricky and confusing to understand.
An Austin Chinese class acknowledges these challenges and puts your language learning needs first. From pronunciation to the complex set of characters, your knowledgeable instructor can help make the process of learning Chinese - an extremely difficult but rewarding language to speak - stress-free and enjoyable.
What advantages are there to signing up for a class?
You're managing multiple responsibilities and there's no space in your schedule for any more commitments. An Austin Chinese course recognizes this fact and strives to offer you the greatest convenience. So, classes are held entirely online and at various different times, including weekends and evenings.
Furthermore, the Live Learning Platform gives you the ability to engage with your peers and instructor just like you would in a standard classroom. You have the added benefit of being able to request individualized time with your instructor, too. This one-on-one time can be used to review lessons in greater depth to address any struggles.
Another crucial advantage is that an Austin Chinese class does not discriminate on the basis of proficiency. That is, no matter where you find yourself in your Chinese journey, you are welcome in an Austin Chinese class.
How can I get registered and start taking Chinese classes?
Signing for an Austin Chinese class is simple - contact the educational consultants at Varsity Tutors today and get the process started. New sections begin on a monthly basis and classes are held at many different times. So, you can find a class that works for your schedule and doesn't burden you with one more commute.
Whether you're in your very first semester of Chinese at Vandegrift High School or eager to go out for hot pot with your group of Chinese exchange student friends, register for an Austin Chinese course and get going. Begin your Chinese adventure with Varsity Tutors today.
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Jessica: Austin Mandarin Chinese course instructor
...University of Texas at Austin with a Bachelor's in Finance, I am passionate about helping students excel in all subjects across middle school, high school, and college financial and accounting courses. With over 2 years of tutoring experience, I have developed a student-centered approach that emphasizes understanding and application of concepts rather than rote memorization. I believe that fostering a supportive learning environment encourages students to ask questions and engage deeply with the material. My...
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- The University of Texas at Austin - Bachelor of Science, Finance
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Shuting: Austin Mandarin Chinese course instructor
...and a Master's degree in Statistics from The University of Texas at Austin, where I also taught as a Graduate Researcher & Instructor. I specialize in tutoring graduate-level and college-level statistics, middle school math, ESL (English as a Second Language), Mandarin Chinese, Public Speaking, and GRE preparation. One of my favorite subjects to tutor is statistics, because it equips students with critical thinking and problem-solving skills that can be applied in many real-world situations. I...
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Sarah: Austin Mandarin Chinese course instructor
...at University of Toronto, and will be entering my second year this fall. I was a tutor for Mindset Tutoring in Millburn New Jersey and have experience tutoring middle and early high school level Math, English, History, and Science. I love to travel and grew up in Tokyo and Singapore. I also love acting, reading, and cooking. As a tutor, I am dedicated to understanding problems and collaborating to figure out how to solve problems...
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Rita: Austin Mandarin Chinese course instructor
...and you can call me Rita. I studied and graduated at The University of Texas at Austin. I am an outgoing, organized, friendly and responsible person. I am fluent in Mandarin and English, and I'd love to help more people to know and learn about Mandarin. Most people think Mandarin is hard, but I will say it is super beautiful, interesting and worth learning. I hope you are interested in it and thank you for...
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Chris: Austin Mandarin Chinese course instructor
...friendly, professional and highly trained tutor. I am extremely passionate about teaching, I find the position personally satisfying and beneficial to the students I work with. I am a great communicator and listener, and have the ability to understand a student's needs. I love creating lesson plans, organizing work flow and interacting with the students. Education is a passion of mine and creating a safe, friendly and productive environment for my students to learn is...
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Renee: Austin Mandarin Chinese course instructor
...of Finance and Economics with major in Business & Marketing. With ~10 years of progressive experience in the Business Analysis field, including 5 year-career in a Fortune 500 company and 2-year career in a reputed European management consulting firm based in Shanghai China, I accumulated solid knowledge of Financial Services Industry and Management Consulting in China. I was interested to connect East and West culture and business market through my tutoring in Mandarin, business &...
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- Dalian Maritime University - Bachelor of Economics, Business Administration and Management
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Peter: Austin Mandarin Chinese course instructor
I'm a Computer Science student who's been teaching all my life. From tennis camps for kids to an engineering physics class for college kids, I really enjoy helping someone discover for themselves what they are capable of! Please let me know if there's anything you'd like me to help you with.
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...2015 with a B.A. in Economics and Psychology. Through the classes I took, I became interested in learning and motivation. I believe that education is extremely important, but learning should also be fun! My approach to tutoring involves a lot of communication and listening I try to figure out what the student understands and what the student needs help with. I hope to be able to inspire my students and help their academics improve so...
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Daniel: Austin Mandarin Chinese course instructor
...and grew up in Houston, TX. Having graduated from the University of Texas at Austin with a bachelors degree in Mechanical Engineering, I am continuing my education with a Master's in the same field. For years, I've helped my friends and siblings with homework for school, and they've always told me that I had a talent for teaching; I understand concepts very easily, and explanations come easy as well. The goal that I work towards...
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Angela: Austin Mandarin Chinese course instructor
...in Math and Chinese. I received my training through the UTeach program at the University of Texas at Austin where I also received a BS in psychology and minor in math. I am currently a high school teacher teaching Geometry and Chinese 1. During my training, I have taught in elementary, middle, and high school classrooms, all in math courses. My favorite part about being a teacher is building relationship with my students. I have...
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I aim to make learning and understanding a subject as fun and interesting as it can be for each person! Every subject is difficult for different people, but we as tutors exist to make sure each subject isn't impossible.
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...with a BS Biomedical Engineering degree. I tutor any of the fundamental sciences as well as calculus and pre-cal. I am a part of the Imperial Scientific Association (ISA), a group of NASA certified educators. During the week I am assisting with clinical research. Weekends will be an ideal time to meet. My tutoring style is best described as unwavering patience. I explain until there is understanding. I've spent years teaching my younger sister the...
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Annie: Austin Mandarin Chinese course instructor
...had been a Mandarin tutors in Taiwan for 2 years (from 1998 -2003). In 2004 , I graduated from Tunghai university . In 2013 , I was enrolled in Hult International Buiness school for EMBA program. And I started to teach online in 2016. In addition , I have the certificates TCSOL Teaching Chinese to other language speaker . EDI - Teaching Chinese as a Foreign Language More about me, I am from Taiwan and...
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...UT Austin's LBJ School of Public Affairs, currently pursuing my master's degree in global policy studies. I have a BA in political science from Southwestern University. After graduation, I studied Mandarin Chinese for a year in Taiwan and then went backpacking through China. I can help you learn basic Mandarin Chinese (1 and 2), walk you through your political science studies, or bang out a killer essay. My two biggest priorities as a tutor are...
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Ashleigh: Austin Mandarin Chinese course instructor
...with a degree in Visual Arts but an early background in Molecular Biology. In addition to her love of teaching science and even mathematics (algebra to calculus) alongside general SAT prep, Ashleigh can also provide ESL and Russian tutoring to students of all ages and experience. She loves to share stories of her adventures teaching English in Ukraine, building animations and 3D computer Models in Estonia, and working in film festivals in Croatia. If you...
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Dandan: Austin Mandarin Chinese course instructor
...native Mandarin speaker with a passion for helping others discover the richness and nuances of the Chinese language. With both a deep cultural understanding and fluency in Mandarin and English, I aim to provide an engaging, supportive, and highly personalized learning experience for every student. In my lessons, I focus not only on language skillssuch as pronunciation, grammar, and vocabularybut also on the cultural context that brings Mandarin to life. Whether you're a beginner looking...
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