Studying Russian can be a daunting task, but enrolling in a Varsity Tutors Detroit Russian course can set you on the right path to learning the language. The course gives you access to expert Russian language instructors and a collaborative online space where you can be at ease while learning. Whether you are a beginner or advanced student, you can improve your Russian skills faster and experience more in-depth learning in the course than the one you might be able to have studying on your own.
Russian is a popular foreign language among learners. There are 150 million native speakers of Russian and more than 265 million speakers when you include those who use it as their second language. Besides its home country, Russian is also an official language in Belarus, Kazakhstan, and Kyrgyzstan.
Students from schools like Detroit Service Learning Academy or Mumford High School may enroll in a Detroit Russian class to fulfill a school requirement. Adult learners like college students from Wayne State University may be studying Russian as their second language or for work. Russian is an official language of the United Nations, so there are also people who study it in order to land international diplomatic positions.
What material will a Detroit Russian course cover?
Russian is a Slavic language, which is a group of Indo-European languages spoken in most of Eastern Europe. You will learn the different characteristics of the language in your course. Beginners will study the Russian alphabet, also known as the Cyrillic alphabet, which has 33 letters. You will also learn pronunciation, basic grammar and sentence structure, and essential vocabulary and phrases.
As you progress in your Detroit Russian class, you will study noun genders. Russian has three genders: masculine, feminine, and neuter. Gender affects how words are formed, so it's important to remember them if you want to have an easier time with grammar.
Russian also uses a case system. Cases change the forms of nouns, adjectives, and pronouns and they represent the grammatical function of those words in the sentence. There are six Russian cases:
- nominative - shows the subject (doer of the action) or the predicate;
- genitive - shows possession and negation;
- dative - marks the indirect object;
- accusative - shows the direct object;
- instrumental - shows how the action is done; and
- prepositional (or locative) - shows where the action takes place.
How will a Detroit Russian course help me learn?
Learning Russian can be easier if you have an expert instructor guiding you in your studies. With a Russian course, we provide you access to highly qualified language mentors who can help you learn the technical aspects of the language and explain nuances of different phrases and expressions so you can sound more natural in Russian. We have made sure that instructors who handle the courses are not just experts in the language they are teaching but are also good communicators, able to explain complex topics in simple, easy-to-understand ways.
Do you need extra help? There may be times that you would like to work on certain topics in Russian in order to understand them better. If so, you can request a 1-on-1 time from your Russian language instructor. This type of private support gives you the personalized attention you need if you are stuck with confusing topics.
You will also find it easier to fit a Detroit Russian class into your schedule since it is available as an online class. Online classes mean you don't need to set aside extra hours for the commute, which is helpful especially if you have a lot of personal activities or work-related responsibilities but still want to learn the language. Studying online also allows you more flexibility in choosing course times. We offer courses on weekdays and weekends with morning, afternoon, and evening courses available. If you missed a course you like, we can get you enrolled in another course quickly since courses start on a rolling monthly basis. Online classes also happen in real-time so you'll be able to see and hear your instructors and classmates and work on language exercises together with them.
How can I get signed up?
It's important to get the right support when trying to learn a new language. This includes experienced teachers who can help you as you study. A Russian course can be your first step into adopting good study habits and gaining a solid foundation on the basics of the language. If you are ready to enroll or need more information, contact Varsity Tutors now and our educational consultants can tell you more about our Detroit Russian course.

Hyerin: Detroit Russian course instructor
...have prior experience tutoring as a peer tutor while at Case Western. I was available as a tutor for several economics courses, as well as Human Anatomy and Human Physiology. However, I was predominantly used as a macroeconomics and econometrics tutor. I am currently working as a Peer Leader in my medical school, holding review sessions for the first year students. I choose to tutor because I appreciate all that my education has given me...
Education & Certification
- Case Western Reserve University - Bachelors, Economics
- Case Western Reserve University - Masters, Bioethics
Subject Expertise
- Russian
- Latin
- Mandarin Chinese
- College Algebra
- +123 subjects

Kelly: Detroit Russian course instructor
...help their students learn the tools they need to absorb new information and thrive. I was lucky enough to have teachers who understood the goals of teaching, such as teaching skills before facts, and presenting students with a variety of methods to succeed. Due to the hard work of my teachers and professors, I gained a Masters in History and graduated undergrad with two majors in three and a half years. I was on the...
Education & Certification
- The Ohio State University - Bachelors, History and Russian Language
- The Ohio State University - Masters, History
Subject Expertise
- Russian
- English
- College Level American History
- Comparative Literature
- +25 subjects

Nicole: Detroit Russian course instructor
...began my tutoring career with three students: one native Spanish speaker and two Punjabi speakers. When I moved to Massachusetts, I began using my Russian language skills to tutor native Russian and Armenian speakers in English. Since then, I have expanded my purview to include English language arts and writing skills. My past clients have ranged from middle and high school students seeking help with reading assignments to PhD candidates struggling with literature reviews and...
Education & Certification
- University of Michigan-Ann Arbor - Bachelor in Arts, Slavic Languages & Literatures
- Harvard University - Master of Arts, Foreign Languages, Literatures & Cultures
Subject Expertise
- Russian
- College English
- Writing
- Technical Writing
- +30 subjects

Dmitry: Detroit Russian course instructor
I am here to help students learn new concepts because I believe that learning anything new is fun rewarding. I am currently a college student pursuing a Computer Science degree. Currently, languages that I use are Java and C++. I love to tutor any technical subjects such as Math and AP Computer Science. I believe that those are the subjects that any student will understand, given a correct instructor. However, I don't tutor only tech subjects....
Education & Certification
- University of Michigan-Dearborn - Bachelor of Engineering, Computer Science
Subject Expertise
- Russian
- Calculus
- Linear Algebra
- SAT
- +27 subjects

Illiana: Detroit Russian course instructor
...master all aspects of literacy. I am used to working with students in one-on-one and group settings, and I have both classroom and pull-out experience. In a typical day, I help students to address many facets of their language and literacy, including vocabulary, writing, phonemic awareness, verbal organization, sentence structure, and reading comprehension. Additionally, I have advanced fluency in Russian and would be happy to offer tutoring services to beginning Russian learners or those looking...
Education & Certification
- University of Michigan-Ann Arbor - Bachelors, Russian Language and Literature, Linguistics
- Wayne State University - Masters, Speech-Language Pathology
Subject Expertise
- Russian
- GRE Verbal
- SAT Reading
- Reading
- +14 subjects

Benjamin: Detroit Russian course instructor
I'm from a small town in southeast Michigan, where I went to high school before moving to Nashville for university. I just graduated from Vanderbilt University with a Bachelor's degree in neuroscience and Russian. During my time in high school and college, I tutored in a volunteer capacity on a wide range of subjects, from English and essay editing to calculus to ACT prep. I am hoping to spend the next year traveling (I am...
Education & Certification
- Vanderbilt University - Bachelor of Science, Neuroscience
Subject Expertise
- Russian
- Languages
- MCAT Psychological, Social, and Biological Foundations of Behavior
- MCAT Chemical and Physical Foundations of Biological Systems
- +19 subjects

John: Detroit 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
- French
- Greek
- Foreign Language
- +110 subjects

Daniel: Detroit Russian course instructor
I'm a freshman at the College of William and Mary studying finance and computer science. I've been tutoring since high school, and love how it allows me see familiar subjects from a different perspective. In my free time, I like to play rugby, spend time with my friends, and do Model UN. I can tutor most subjects that I've taken before, but especially love teaching high school math.
Education & Certification
- College of William and Mary - Bachelor in Arts, Finance
Subject Expertise
- Russian
- Middle School Reading
- Elementary School Writing
- AP Calculus BC
- +43 subjects

Olivia: Detroit Russian course instructor
...tutored private clients in elementary, middle, and high school math for years; worked with disabled students on improving communication and academic skills through the "Best Buddies" program; and taught English language to Russian speakers during a U.S. State Department study abroad scholarship in Moldova. Though I tutor a wide range of subjects, I am most passionate about English, Math, and Public Speaking. In my experience, preparing students for Standardized Testing is immensely satisfying (especially in...
Education & Certification
- Harvard University - Current Undergrad Student, Biomedical Sciences
Subject Expertise
- Russian
- Spanish
- Reading
- SAT Mathematics
- +44 subjects

Eric: Detroit Russian course instructor
I'm a recent college graduate with degrees in Biological Sciences and Russian from Ohio University. During my time there, I tutored students in a variety of subjects, including biology, chemistry, and Spanish. In addition, I worked as both a peer advisor and teaching assistant, which gives me insight into the learning strategies and study skills that students need to succeed. As a tutor, I like to focus on doing actual problems with students because it...
Education & Certification
- Ohio University-Main Campus - Bachelors, Biological Sciences/Russian
Subject Expertise
- Russian
- Spanish
- Physics
- SAT
- +36 subjects

Katie: Detroit Russian course instructor
I'm currently a researcher in the biomedical field with my B.S in Biomedical Engineering from Cornell University. With several years of tutoring experience under my belt, and a long journey of figuring out my own techniques for studying and retaining vital classroom knowledge, I have a tool belt ready of methods to succeed in the classroom. Additionally, I have worked with students on all sides of the learning/comprehension spectrum and will help your child gain...
Education & Certification
- Cornell University - Bachelor of Science, Biological Engineering
Subject Expertise
- Russian
- Spanish
- SAT Writing and Language
- Phonics
- +73 subjects

Anastasia: Detroit Russian course instructor
...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 know a disturbing amount of math (through advanced calculus). Yet, I've also been reading since I was old enough to hold a flashlight (my eyes don't thank...
Education & Certification
- New College of Florida - Bachelors, Chemistry/Physics
Subject Expertise
- Russian
- French
- IB Mathematical Studies SL
- IB Further Mathematics HL
- +155 subjects

Katia: Detroit Russian course instructor
I'll be graduating from medical 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...
Education & Certification
- Columbia University in the City of New York - Bachelors, Biology, General
- Rutgers University-New Brunswick - Masters, Biomedical Science
Subject Expertise
- Russian
- AP Biology
- High School Biology
- Test Prep
- +24 subjects

Oygul: Detroit Russian course instructor
...I really enjoyed teaching. Since then, I have tutored college Biology, Chemistry and Physics, and helped students prepare for MCAT. In addition to building the knowledge base, I like to emphasize critical thinking and problem solving. After 7 years of tutoring, I became aware of many social and psychological factors and prior life experiences that can affect learning. This understanding allows me to help students manage their test-taking anxiety and challenge any negative beliefs that...
Education & Certification
- CUNY Bernard M Baruch College - Bachelors, Psychology
Subject Expertise
- Russian
- Polish
- Pre-Calculus
- Cell Biology
- +86 subjects

Daria: Detroit Russian course instructor
...15 - 20 with their English grammar and pronunciation. While there, I took advantage of the school holidays and traveled to several different European countries. After my contract finished, I spent two months traveling through Spain. My favorite subjects to tutor are literature based, as that is where my interests lie. I enjoy discussing books with my students and helping them realize the subtle nuances of the author's language. I also enjoy helping my students...
Education & Certification
- University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign - Bachelor in Arts, French Language, Literature
Subject Expertise
- Russian
- French 1
- French
- ACT
- +21 subjects

Naama: Detroit Russian course instructor
...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 confidence. This applies to the SAT test; it applies to performing a concert; it is universal. I want to help build confidence in others, too.
Education & Certification
- New York University - Bachelor in Arts, Psychology
Subject Expertise
- Russian
- Spanish
- French
- Hebrew
- +41 subjects

Uphoria: Detroit Russian course instructor
...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 the embodiment of self-awareness and self-motivation among individuals, who can, in turn, contribute their knowledge to the world, making it a better place for everyone.... Teaching and learning are one and the same. To that end, I seek to teach students in order to teach myself, not only about content, but also about communication and interaction between people. In this way, I enjoy tutoring the best through conversation, because each party involved possesses a different worldview that can help to enhance that of the other.
Education & Certification
- University of New Mexico-Main Campus - Current Undergrad, Evolutionary Anthropology and Russian Language
Subject Expertise
- Russian
- ASPIRE English
- Test Prep
- IB Social and Cultural Anthropology HL
- +92 subjects

Dato: Detroit Russian course instructor
...college, I co-founded a teaching center, tutoring economically disadvantaged students in English. In the summer of 2011, I taught creative writing at my high school. I am especially interested in teaching the SATs because it marks an important transition point for students about to enter college, and I would love to alleviate some of the stress associated with this process. It brings me joy to know I have helped someone succeed and get to a...
Education & Certification
- University of Pennsylvania - Bachelors, Philosophy, Politics and Economics
Subject Expertise
- Russian
- SAT Subject Test in World History
- Other
- College Essays
- +31 subjects

Anne: Detroit Russian course instructor
...teaching one-on-one, where I could form a relationship and really tailor my teaching style to the students' way of thinking and approaching various concepts and ideas. I have been fortunate to instruct and engage with students in a variety of ways, from teaching as a summer school proctor, classroom teacher, private tutor as well as a teaching assistant in a classroom setting, all of which have strengthened the various methods and techniques I have learned...
Education & Certification
- Harvard University - Bachelor in Arts, Biophysics
- San Francisco Conservatory of Music - Masters, Composition
Subject Expertise
- Russian
- Finite Mathematics
- Music
- SAT Subject Tests
- +52 subjects

Ethan: Detroit Russian course instructor
I am an undergraduate student studying Economics and Public Policy at the University of Chicago. I attended the Horace Mann School in New York City. I love teaching and working with students because I feel that there is nothing more rewarding than being able to provide the extra push that students might need to be successful. I am passionate about helping students learn and making sure they are having fun doing so. I'm also happy...
Education & Certification
- University of Chicago - Current Undergrad, Public Policy/Economics
Subject Expertise
- Russian
- Spanish
- SAT Subject Test in Literature
- ISEE-Middle Level Writing
- +57 subjects