Students hoping to study Russian can benefit from an Austin Russian course offered by Varsity Tutors. Learning Russian may be difficult for some people, but a course can make the learning process less stressful and confusing. Don't go it alone when trying to study gendered nouns, the Russian alphabet, and pronunciation. Instead, work through these areas of study with the guidance of a Russian course.
Russian is a Slavic language, similar to Bulgarian, Czech, Polish, Slovenian, and Ukrainian. It is also an official language of the United Nations. More than 150 million people are native Russian speakers, with that number going up to 265 million when you include people who speak Russian as a second language. If you want to join this number, a Russian course can provide you with the resources you need to feel more confident in your Russian abilities.
What can I learn in an Austin Russian class?
Whether you are a student at Bowie High School or an adult looking to learn a new language, you can benefit from an Austin Russian class. Learning Russian may be difficult for some native English speakers due to the new alphabet. In your class, you can learn the Cyrillic alphabet to gain a stronger understanding of how to put words together in Russian. You can learn how each letter is pronounced, as well as how various words are pronounced when you sign up for a Russian class.
In addition to learning how to read, write, and speak Russian, you can also learn about Russian literature, history, and culture in your course. Studying the history of Russia through the Russian language may help you feel more confident in college-level history classes. No matter if you're a University of Texas - Austin student majoring in Russian or a high school student with an interest in this culture, you can study famous literature works from Chekhov, Tolstoy, Dostoevsky, and so on.
When you sign up for an Austin Russian class, you're signing up for comprehensive and communicative classes designed to help students work towards their goals. We put instructors through a comprehensive vetting process to make sure each instructor not only has a firm grasp of Russian but also knows how to help students learn. You can feel confident signing up for a Russian class knowing that the classes are led by professional instructors who can help you work through your areas of difficulty.
During your live, online Russian class, you can communicate with your peers and your instructor in real time. If you have a question while the lesson is taking place, don't hesitate to ask your instructor. You can benefit from a quick and relevant response. Not only can this help you learn, but it can also help your fellow students learn. You can even practice communicating in Russian through writing and speaking to brush up on your skills and become more confident in your ability to communicate through this interactive platform. Whether you're learning Russian for fun or for school credit, a Russian class can help you work towards the goals you have set for yourself.
How can I enroll in an Austin Russian course?
Learning Russian is for anyone at any age. You are never too old or too young to study the Cyrillic alphabet, practice reading in Russian, or work on your Russian communication skills. Students at Lake Travis High School, individuals working towards their degree, and adult professionals in the working world can all practice Russian via an Austin Russian course.
At Varsity Tutors, it is our goal to help students work towards their goals. We can connect individuals with online Russian courses that start on a monthly basis. You can jump in at a time that is most convenient for you to learn Russian. In addition to courses starting frequently, there are also courses that meet during various times of the day. Select a morning, afternoon, evening, or even a weekend course to accommodate your needs. We understand that students are busy, whether they're studying for exams, working a full-time job, or putting together their college applications. That is why there are courses that last for two weeks or four weeks: so you can select an option that is most ideal for your learning needs. These courses are all online, which means you don't have to waste time commuting. Instead, make the most of your sparse study time by logging onto your computer, tablet, or smartphone, connecting to the internet, and participating in an Austin Russian course offered by Varsity Tutors!
John: Austin Russian course instructor
I graduated from the American Academy of Dramatic Arts in NYC in 2008, the oldest English speaking acting conservatory in the world. I graduated Summa from University of St Thomas with a BA in English, and just wrapped up a MS in Data Science from Northwestern. I'm a huge Red Sox fan and love watching detective shows when I have free time.... Positivity. Always. I believe that if a student is given positive tools and is allowed to understand the material rather than be lectured at, they're more likely to do well in the future.
Education & Certification
- American Academy of Dramatic Arts - Associates, Acting
- University of St. Thomas - Bachelor of Fine Arts, English/Drama
Subject Expertise
- Russian
- Foreign Language
- Latin
- Polish
- +110 subjects
Sarah: Austin Russian course instructor
...is something I love to do. My interest in foreign languages started in middle school, and since then I've had a lot of first-hand experience with the language-learning process. I understand that learning a new language can be uniquely intimidating, which is why I believe an important part of my job is making my students feel comfortable to challenge themselves and try new things. Besides German I'm also pursuing a minor in Russian language, and...
Education & Certification
- The University of Texas at Austin - Bachelor in Arts, German
Subject Expertise
- Russian
- German
- Conversational German
- German 4
- +5 subjects
Ashleigh: Austin Russian 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...
Education & Certification
- Harvard University - Bachelors, Visual and Environmental Studies
Subject Expertise
- Russian
- Mandarin Chinese
- High School Biology
- Algebra 2
- +39 subjects
Nicholas: Austin Russian course instructor
...believe that a college education is vital for success in this country, and for better or worse standardized testing is a necessary step in applying to colleges. Though these tests can seem daunting, I believe that with the right amount of hard work and preparation, each student can achieve the results he or she desires. Outside of teaching and tutoring, I like nothing more than a good book or movie that makes me think, though...
Education & Certification
- The University of Texas at Austin - Bachelor in Arts, Philosophy; Russian Language and Culture
Subject Expertise
- Russian
- Spanish
- SAT Reading
- Writing
- +25 subjects
Katherine: Austin Russian course instructor
I help students develop a metacognitive reflective lens for current and lifelong study. I constantly ask students to ask themselves: What am I doing well? And how can I keep doing that? I believe a strengths-based approach is best for learning. I am a board certified art and early childhood-6th grade ESL classroom teacher.... I help students develop a metacognitive reflective lens for current and lifelong study. I constantly ask students to ask themselves: What am I doing well? And how can I keep doing that? I believe a strengths-based approach is best for learning. I am a board-certified EC-6th ESL classroom and EC-12 Art teacher.
Education & Certification
- The University of Texas at Austin - Bachelors, BS Education, BA Russian
Subject Expertise
- Russian
- High School English
- Middle School Writing
- ACT Reading
- +42 subjects
Irina: Austin Russian course instructor
...them down to make the learning process effective and perspicuous. Moreover, as a language student myself, I can relate to the challenges and frustrations of mastering a foreign language. I employ a custom tailored approach for each of my students based on their individual learning style, goals, and struggles. I work hard, and my students' success is my number one priority. Aside from my passion for foreign languages, I enjoy spending time with my husband...
Education & Certification
- University of Alaska Anchorage - Bachelor in Arts, Foreign Languages and Literature
Subject Expertise
- Russian
- Languages
Jessica: Austin Russian course instructor
...I have extensive experience working with students both one on one and in lecture settings. As a tutor, I am not only responsible for conveying material, but also for identifying where students struggling. It is my goal that my students engage with texts more completely, develop their own opinions about historical events, and learn to question historical authors and their motivations. I also feel that it is important for all students to develop strong writing...
Education & Certification
- University of Iowa - Bachelors, History (Honors), Russian, English
- The University of Texas at Austin - PHD, European History
Subject Expertise
- Russian
- Literature
- Social Studies
- GRE
- +18 subjects
Hunter: Austin Russian course instructor
...research on cross-cultural religiosity and prejudice. I am currently a Teaching Assistant for upper-division undergraduate students at my university, and starting next Spring I will be a full-fledged teacher at the undergraduate level. I took both International Baccalaureate courses in addition to Advanced Placement courses in high school, and have been involved in Honors courses and extra-curricular research activities since the beginning of my undergraduate education. Additionally, I have volunteered at the Student Success Center...
Education & Certification
- San Francisco State University - Bachelors, Psychology
- New Mexico State University - Current Grad Student, Psychology
Subject Expertise
- Russian
- Spanish
- AP U.S. Government & Politics
- 11th Grade
- +167 subjects
Lola: Austin Russian course instructor
...you than a professional nerd? I love all geeky academic things from a perfectly edited essay to a finely tuned test prep schedule. I spent my grade school and early college years struggling with undiagnosed ADHD. When I finally started to learn coping mechanisms and study strategies that worked with my brain, my grades went up and I was much happier. I've always had a love of learning and now I want to help you...
Education & Certification
- Texas A & M University-College Station - Bachelors, English Literature
- Texas State University-San Marcos - Masters, English Literature
Subject Expertise
- Russian
- College Application Essays
- Social Sciences
- AP English Language and Composition
- +39 subjects
Naama: Austin Russian course instructor
...East, Venezuela, Mexico, India, and pretty much every state in this country. You only live once, and I really do learn something new every day. Of all the jobs I've had while pursuing music and art, I've found that teaching is the one in which I have the most to offer and that gives me the most in return. I believe that confidence is the largest factor in success at anything, and preparation leads to...
Education & Certification
- New York University - Bachelor in Arts, Psychology
Subject Expertise
- Russian
- German
- French
- Hebrew
- +41 subjects
Anastasia: Austin Russian course instructor
...also know how to face the endless standardized tests and leave the battle in victory, not resignation. I've been speaking French since I was old enough to read and I have a Russian heritage that can help out with colloquialisms and grammar. Languages and linguistics are fascinating to me and I don't get to speak mine enough, so please speak them with me! My physics background, as well as my years of teaching, means I...
Education & Certification
- New College of Florida - Bachelors, Chemistry/Physics
Subject Expertise
- Russian
- French
- Middle School Science
- IB Environmental Systems and Societies SL
- +155 subjects
Uphoria: Austin Russian course instructor
...tutoring, I have developed so much, all thanks to the many students with whom I have worked. Each person encountered has provided me with a new perspective for viewing material and life itself. In the modern world, where education holds sway to life itself, I am honored to be able to help others reach their academic goals. To that end, tutoring holds endless bounds of gratification! This meaningful brand of customer service serves to perpetuate...
Education & Certification
- University of New Mexico-Main Campus - Current Undergrad, Evolutionary Anthropology and Russian Language
Subject Expertise
- Russian
- PSAT Critical Reading
- 8th Grade Math
- CLEP History of the United States II: 1865 to the Present
- +92 subjects
Vlada: Austin Russian course instructor
Hi! My name is Vlada, and I'm excited for the opportunity to help people better understand the subjects they need some help in. I enjoy tutoring algebra, and helping out with all sorts of writing, as well as helping people with ACT training!
Education & Certification
- Augustana College - Bachelor of Accountancy, Accounting
Subject Expertise
- Russian
- English
- ACT Reading
- Middle School Reading Comprehension
- +33 subjects
Katia: Austin Russian course instructor
...school at Rutgers RWJMS in 2020 and starting residency in Internal Medicine. I'm also a graduate of Columbia University with a BA in biology. I've always been interested in a wide range of subjects in school and love to encourage students to be enthusiastic about learning too. I often find that anxiety or fear are the first barriers to overcome in learning challenges. After that, hard work and lots of practice can conquer any difficult...
Education & Certification
- Columbia University in the City of New York - Bachelors, Biology, General
- Rutgers University-New Brunswick - Masters, Biomedical Science
Subject Expertise
- Russian
- GRE Subject Test in Biochemistry, Cell and Molecular Biology
- Languages
- SAT Writing and Language
- +24 subjects
Valery: Austin Russian course instructor
...are two of my passions. Everyone's style is different and I enjoy working with individuals to customize a plan that will be the most beneficial and enjoyable for them. Learning should be fun! It develops your ability to critically think about the world around you, which is an invaluable skill that you will use not only in school but for the rest of your life. I specialize in the sciences and math, have graduate level...
Education & Certification
- Emory University - PHD, Genetics and Molecular Biology
- University of Georgia - Bachelor of Science, Biology/ Pre-Med
Subject Expertise
- Russian
- Microbiology
- Elementary Math
- Science
- +26 subjects
Tim: Austin Russian course instructor
...have MS in Physics from UIC and BS in Physics and Math from Moscow Fiztekh. My teaching approach combines the explanation of the fundamentals with practical problem solving techniques. I also ask a lot of simpler questions to make you solve the problem on your own. I pay close attention to your learning characteristics: -Do you like to follow a set of direct instructions to get the result? Or -You like to find a quickest...
Education & Certification
- Moscow PhysTech - Bachelor of Science, Math and Physics
- University of Illinois at Chicago - Masters, Physics
Subject Expertise
- Russian
- Calculus 2
- Statistics
- Multivariable Calculus
- +19 subjects
John: Austin Russian course instructor
...a dual JD and masters in US Foreign Policy and National Security. I have both official and unofficial tutoring experience dating back to middle school, and have most experience with tutoring middle and high school students in Reading Comprehension, English, Writing, History, Government, and Algebra. I also am very fond of test preparation, having gone through and tutored students in both SAT and LSAT content and test taking strategy preparation. I also have experience tutoring...
Education & Certification
- Washington and Lee University - Bachelors, International Politics, Sociology
- American University Washington College of Law - PHD, Juris Doctor, MA in international politics
Subject Expertise
- Russian
- US Constitutional History
- Writing
- SAT Writing and Language
- +32 subjects
Irina: Austin Russian course instructor
...specialty is teaching German and English as a second language, and in 1994 I underwent training to teach Russian as a second language. Over my more than 20 years in teaching, I have trained people of all stripes for all kinds of personal goals: to improve their grades at school, to pass university entrance exams, to help American-born kids return to their roots, or just to boost their self-confidence. My teaching approach is comprehensive, and...
Education & Certification
- Pyatigorsk State Foreign Languages Pedagogical University - Bachelor in Arts, Teaching German as a Foreign Language
Subject Expertise
- Russian
- German
- German 3
- German 4
- +4 subjects
Colleen: Austin Russian course instructor
...of the environment and international politics in the former Soviet Union. I am an intrepid traveler and have visited 26 countries, mostly in Eastern Europe and Central Asia. I tutor a broad range of subjects, but I am most passionate about literature, writing, and social studies. When it comes to tutoring for Standardized Tests, I love working with students to perfect their essays and doing math drills. Outside of tutoring, my interests and hobbies include...
Education & Certification
- Georgetown University - Bachelor of Science, International Affairs
Subject Expertise
- Russian
- ESL/ELL
- College English
- ACT
- +42 subjects
Olivia: Austin Russian course instructor
...individual student has a unique approach to learning, and I try to pinpoint the most effective study and comprehension strategies for each of my students, so that he or she feels that his or her time is being used effectively, and so he or she can utilize new tools for success in future classes. In my spare time, I enjoy theater (whether that be participating as a performer or singing along to songs in the...
Education & Certification
- Harvard University - Current Undergrad Student, Biomedical Sciences
Subject Expertise
- Russian
- Spanish
- Elementary School Math
- SAT Math
- +44 subjects