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
...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 passions with others because I know it can be hard!
Education & Certification
- Syracuse University - Bachelor of Science, International Relations
Subject Expertise
- German
- Spanish
- Introduction to Spanish for Preschoolers
- Spanish 4
- +16 subjects

James: Syracuse German course instructor
...in 2007. I have a passion for language and languages, and I've spent a lot of time and effort learning German, Viennese, Dutch, French, 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...
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
- Dutch
- French
- Spanish
- +37 subjects

Cristiana: Syracuse German course instructor
...prepare yourself for whatever the future may hold, and let's face it: we all have a little "save the world" in us - it's just a matter of getting there. Everyone's version of "saving the world" is different, and often times you can't make it alone; and that's perfectly alright. After all, Stephen Hawking wouldn't have had much to learn from without Einstein, nor Einstein without Newton. As a tutor and a student, who had...
Education & Certification
- Syracuse University - Bachelors, Computer Science
Subject Expertise
- German
- French
- 5th Grade Math
- 6th Grade Reading
- +51 subjects

Jacob: Syracuse German course instructor
...subjects when they had trouble themselves. I even began attending Biology review sessions to help my teacher explain topics to other students and review material with them. I always enjoyed teaching simply because I enjoyed and was passionate about the material itself. But I enjoyed it even more when I heard about all the success other students were having as a result of my teaching. I was recruited to Brown University for rowing, and am...
Education & Certification
- Brown University - Current Undergrad, Biology and German
Subject Expertise
- German
- Science
- Biology
- German 1
- +21 subjects

Andrew: Syracuse German course instructor
...I tutored students in Algebra, Geometry, Trigonometry, and Chemistry. Since then, I have tutored for four years at the college level in both German and Music Theory/Aural Skills. I have also twice co-taught an intensive one-month long German 101 course, where I designed the lesson plans, and graded homework, quizzes and tests. I am a great tutor because of my broad experience in tutoring many different subjects, so that I have a wide variety of...
Education & Certification
- Oberlin College and Conservatory - Bachelors, German Studies and Voice Performance
- DePaul University - Masters, Voice Performance
Subject Expertise
- German
- Greek
- Conversational German
- Algebra 2
- +26 subjects

Adesuwa: Syracuse German course instructor
...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 understanding, while still holding you accountable to our learning goals. You can...
Education & Certification
- Rutgers University-Camden - Bachelor of Science, Sociology
Subject Expertise
- German
- German 2
- GRE Quantitative
- SAT Math
- +28 subjects

Kristin: Syracuse German course instructor
...volunteer at a local high school in all levels of the German classes as sometimes a pull out and after school tutor. I am a very passionate person, and one of my major passions is school and I want to spread that passion around and get people as excited for school as they were when they were younger. The most rewarding thing to me is when someone is able to say "Oh! I get it,"...
Education & Certification
- University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign - Bachelor in Arts, Foreign Language Teaching Education
Subject Expertise
- German
- College Algebra
- SAT Subject Tests
- College Physics
- +33 subjects

Natalie: Syracuse German course instructor
...I just moved to New York City this fall! I love tutoring and teaching students, and I have worked with a number of educational programs, from boarding schools to Americorps. I specialize in languages (English, French, German, Latin, and Ancient Greek) and test prep. I seek to help my students make connections between new material and things that are familiar to them, breaking down higher concepts with accessible examples that can help foster creativity. I...
Education & Certification
- Princeton University - Bachelors, Philosophy
- Columbia University in the City of New York - Current Grad Student, Philosophy
Subject Expertise
- German
- French
- Latin
- Social Sciences
- +59 subjects

Eric: Syracuse German course instructor
...and have the most experience tutoring writing, math, and German. It is most exciting for me to tutor German and writing because I am incredibly passionate about the German language and culture, and from my perspective bettering one's writing is also a process in bettering one's thinking. I find it rewarding to help students overcome many of the same challenges and hurtles that I and my peers overcame. Tutoring is a way for me to...
Education & Certification
- Juniata College - Bachelors, Philosophy and German (Double Major)
Subject Expertise
- German
- IB Language B SL
- IB Language B HL
- IB Language B
- +38 subjects

Thomas: Syracuse German course instructor
...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 a Master's degree in Environmental Management from Duke University. I speak German...
Education & Certification
- University of Rhode Island - Bachelors, Political Science & German
- Duke University - Masters, Environmental Economics and Policy
Subject Expertise
- German
- Spanish
- ISEE- Upper Level
- ACT English
- +47 subjects

Sarah: Syracuse German course instructor
...my students leaves our sessions with greater knowledge and a deeper love of learning. I believe in tailoring creative learning strategies to each individual 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...
Education & Certification
- Tulane University of Louisiana - Bachelor in Arts, Anthropology
- Universitaet fuer Musik und darstellende Kunst - Certificate, Music Performance
Subject Expertise
- German
- Greek
- Mandarin Chinese
- Latin
- +89 subjects

Zach: Syracuse German course instructor
...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 push my students to achieve to the best of their abilities.... My teaching philosophy is that it is most important for a student to have a firm understanding of the basics of a subject before he/she focuses on specific parts. Once the fundamentals are well-grasped, it makes learning more focused topics in that subject significantly easier.
Education & Certification
- Colorado School of Mines - Bachelor of Science, Engineering Physics
Subject Expertise
- German
- Languages
- Calculus
- Pre-Algebra
- +31 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
- Phonics
- Essay Editing
- +46 subjects

Sophia: Syracuse German course instructor
...study environmental science and art history at Barnard College of Columbia University in New York City-- and I'm happy that I've been able to continue to tutor a wide range of ages in a wide variety of subjects throughout college. My passion for languages shapes my preferred tutoring realm; I especially enjoy teaching others the languages I am familiar with and fluent in, which include English, German, Italian, and Spanish. I also enjoy assisting in...
Education & Certification
- Barnard College - Bachelor in Arts, Environmental Science
Subject Expertise
- German
- Spanish
- Italian
- Ecology
- +97 subjects

Philipp: Syracuse German course instructor
...tutoring students in math, German, SHSAT, and SAT. I believe that I have good communication and pedagogical skills, and a firm understanding of the subject matter. Having come from Germany at the age of eleven, I know the frustration that can come with feeling overwhelmed by coursework. I performed well on standardized exams like the SHSAT and the SAT and can teach test-taking skills that will ultimately lead students to institutions like Stuyvesant H.S. and...
Education & Certification
- Columbia College - Current Undergrad, East Asian Studies
Subject Expertise
- German
- SAT
- German 2
- Algebra 2
- +28 subjects

Danielle: Syracuse German course instructor
...a subject. That's when I've truly done my job! I believe it's important to tailor each lesson to the student's personal learning style and interests. That way a subject becomes approachable and intriguing for the student, as opposed to intimidating and stressful. I currently live and work in Germany as the recipient of a Fulbright Scholarship. I work at local middle and high schools, teaching English to students and running an "American Group" in my...
Education & Certification
- Hamilton College - Bachelors, English Literature, German Studies
Subject Expertise
- German
- German 4
- Essay Editing
- Comparative Literature
- +24 subjects

Maria: Syracuse German course instructor
...spontaneous speech, rather than a focus on one-to-one translations that don't always make sense. I help my students learn to understand, speak and produce texts in context, while using hands-on activities with music, literature and film to explore grammatical concepts and get a strong understanding of German culture. During our lessons, the focus lies not only on those areas that the student needs to improve upon to have academic success, but also provides them with...
Education & Certification
- Loyola University Maryland - Bachelors, German, Writing Minor
Subject Expertise
- German
- Greek
- German 3
- German 4
- +14 subjects

Flynn: Syracuse German course instructor
As an ME student at MIT, I've learned a lot about math and science, and I'd love to share that knowledge with students here. I've taught over thirty students in standardized test preparation, English, German, and various kinds of math and science. It's very important to find teaching methods that meet students' individual needs,so the first meeting will usually be largely about finding the perfect learning strategy for a student.
Education & Certification
- Massachusetts Institute of Technology - Bachelor of Science, Mechanical Engineering
Subject Expertise
- German
- MATLAB
- Technology and Coding
- Pre-Calculus
- +46 subjects

Elisabeth: Syracuse German course instructor
...and I have also taught Latin, history, and writing on the college level. In addition, I have also worked with high school students. I hold a B.A. in history and German studies from the University of Bielefeld, Germany, and am currently completing my PhD in Classics at the Johns Hopkins University. I enjoy learning as much as I enjoy teaching, and am a firm believer in Seneca's statement "non scholae sed vitae discimus" - we...
Education & Certification
- University of Bielefeld, Germany - Bachelors, History
- Johns Hopkins University - Current Grad Student, Classics
Subject Expertise
- German
- Latin
- Foreign Language
- Latin 1
- +15 subjects

Jackie: Syracuse German course instructor
...has just graduated from the University of Arizona with my BA in Linguistics. My minors are Spanish and Mandarin Chinese. I was born in Germany, and speak fluent German. I have always had a love and interest for languages, and my goal is to encourage students to also embrace foreign languages, and hopefully ignite a spark for second-language learning all kinds of different people. Learning a second, third, or even fourth language can be an...
Education & Certification
- University of Arizona - Bachelors, Linguistics
Subject Expertise
- German
- Spanish
- Mandarin Chinese
- Conversational Mandarin
- +10 subjects