If you are interested in improving your French by taking an Austin French course, give Varsity Tutors a call. Students who are studying French at high schools in the Austin area, such as the Liberal Arts & Science Academy, can gain additional study tips and benefit from revisiting the content covered in their regular class by enrolling in one of our Austin French classes.
If you are an adult who wants to challenge themselves by learning a foreign language, taking French lessons is a great way to do so. Speaking French can be a valuable skill to have because it is widely used in international communications. Students who are applying to universities in the Austin area, such as the University of Austin - Texas, can also benefit from having another language in their repertoire. If you have previously studied French, enrolling in lessons can help refamiliarize you with your past lessons. If you have no prior experience studying French, a course could help you understand the structure and intricacies of this unfamiliar language.
Perhaps you are a student at Westwood High School or another high school that desires to study abroad in France during your college years. If so, knowing French could help you connect with other students. Maybe you are a business professional that will need to travel to France as part of your work, and you will need a firm grasp of French to conduct business. Knowing more than one language can also look good on your resume and possibly open up new job opportunities. Regardless of where you are at in your French language studies or your reason for learning the language, a French course could help you reach for your language learning goals.
There are many benefits to knowing a second language, particularly one as popular as French. There are a few hundred million people who speak French as either a first or second language. In general, studying a new language forces you to challenge yourself. You will put yourself in new situations and learn how to speak words that you have never spoken before. It can develop your thinking skills and stimulate your brain. It can teach you how to motivate yourself.
What skills will be covered in the Austin French course?
French is a unique language, and it has many unique rules, including spelling, grammar, and pronunciation rules. If you have never learned a foreign language, it can take some time to get used to different language rules. In your class, you will learn about these rules. For example, your instructor can teach you about direct object pronouns in French, such as le, les, and la. You can learn how to properly use indefinite adjectives and pronouns, such as tous, la plupart, quelque, and aucun. Your instructor can introduce you to sentences that contain modal verbs, such as vouloir, pouvoir, and devoir.
Learning a new language is challenging, but taking French lessons could make it easier. Studying in a course gives you the opportunity to join in on discussions in French with other students. This gives you a chance to use French words which you may otherwise not have had a chance to use. It is important to actually use the new words and phrases that you learn because it can aid you in remembering them. In addition, you can hear French words and phrases spoken by other students which you did not yet learn or which you have forgotten. The instructor, depending on the level of the class, can teach lessons entirely in French.
Taking an Austin French class can be very beneficial if being able to speak French with the correct pronunciation is important to you. When you study alone, it can be hard to ensure that you are getting the pronunciation of French words correct. However, your language instructor can identify when you are making mistakes and point them out to you. They can patiently go over the pronunciation of specific words that can be challenging to non-native speakers during the course. Getting the pronunciation of words correctly takes practice, which is why speaking in French with your fellow classmates can be beneficial.
Even if you already know some of the things that will be covered in the class curriculum, you can still benefit from enrolling. Reviewing information can help you absorb it better. This is especially true when it comes to languages, where consistent practice is important for improving fluency.
Your language instructor can introduce you and the other students in the class to interesting facts about France's rich history and culture. A deeper understanding of the culture could help you form a connection with the language that may not have been formed from learning vocabulary and verb tenses on their own. Your instructor might also introduce you to interesting pieces of French literature.
How does the Austin French class work?
You can attend these classes over the internet, through our Live Learning Platform. They are administered by trained educators. Since these classes take place over the internet, there will be no need to commute in order to attend class. Instead, you can take them from the comfort of your own home or other location of your choosing. You can interact with the instructor and other students in real time in the virtual classroom.
If you feel that you need some private time with your instructor to go over what you learned during the class, you can request that. During this one-on-one time, you can get a chance to ask questions that have been bothering you or go over the correct pronunciation of certain words that you find particularly challenging.
How can I start my Austin French course?
Contact Varsity Tutors if you want to enroll in an Austin French course. There are new sections of our courses starting every month so you will not have to wait long to start improving and practicing your French. Regardless of your current fluency in French, taking a class in Austin could prove beneficial in reaching your language learning goals.
John: Austin French 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
- French
- Greek
- Russian
- Foreign Language
- +110 subjects
Paige: Austin French course instructor
...years of experience tutoring and teaching languages, writing, testing strategies, and other various subjects for students from elementary through college. Additionally, I am well-versed in university admissions for both graduate and undergraduate programs, and I can offer consulting on how to develop applications. I believe in making learning relatable and fun; rather than lecture my students, I design engaging and entertaining lessons, exercises, and even games for them. Understanding of material comes from active participation.
Education & Certification
- The University of Texas at Austin - Bachelor in Arts, English
Subject Expertise
- French
- ACT Science
- GRE Subject Test in Psychology
- CLEP Introductory Psychology
- +47 subjects
Ingrid: Austin French course instructor
...in my sophomore year, I received a 5 on AP French. For Chinese, I completed the highest level of HSK (Chinese Proficiency Test). Additionally, as a member of both Chinese Honor Society and French Honor Society, I have tutored high school and middle school students in both languages. While I mainly tutor French and Chinese, Im also interested in tutoring for AP Capstone (AP Seminar and AP Research). For my AP Research paper, I studied...
Education & Certification
- The University of Texas at Austin - Current Undergrad Student, International Relations
Subject Expertise
- French
- Mandarin Chinese
- Mandarin Chinese 3
- Conversational French
- +16 subjects
Angie: Austin French course instructor
I assume responsibility that my student is learning and that my student is learning at higher and higher levels, in accordance with Bloom's Taxonomy. Knowledge, Comprehension, Application, Evaluation, Synthesis, Analysis are higher levels of learning that give the student tools to apply lessons into maturity. I have been very successful in tutoring ACT, SAT, ISEE, and GRE.... The Socratic method, asking open-ended questions, is an excellent strategy to get a student to talk. When the tutor can speak less and encourage the tutee to speak more, the tutor can identify the student's level of understanding.
Education & Certification
- University of Wisconsin Parkside - Bachelor in Arts, English, Secondary Education
Subject Expertise
- French
- Study Skills
- Algebra
- SSAT
- +76 subjects
Education & Certification
- University of California-Los Angeles - Bachelor in Arts, Spanish
Subject Expertise
- French
- Spanish
- PSAT
- Chemistry
- +38 subjects
Alicia : Austin French course instructor
...alum and current graduate student at UT Austin. My degrees are in architecture, with undergraduate minors in Materials Science and Computer Science. I focus on building technology and I love applying physics, chemistry, and computer science to solve creative architectural design problems. Although I have studied architecture up to this point, I am currently pursuing a classroom teaching certificate and intend to teach high school STEM subjects professionally in the near future. I am passionate...
Education & Certification
- Massachusetts Institute of Technology - Bachelor of Science, Architecture
- The University of Texas at Austin - Master of Science, Architecture
Subject Expertise
- French
- Greek
- Autodesk Revit
- Rhino
- +66 subjects
Cameron: Austin French course instructor
...of language and technology who has deeply focused on understanding the impact of these facets of humanity in terms of communication and human development. I hold an Associate of Arts in Creative Writing and am currently pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science. While these fields may not superficially appear related, my aptitude in both fields gives me unique insight and understanding into the world of information that is rapidly emerging around us. I'd love...
Education & Certification
- Austin Community College District - Associate in Arts, Creative Writing
Subject Expertise
- French
- High School English
- French 2
- High School Writing
- +28 subjects
Chloe: Austin French course instructor
...gotten tutoring for a subject I struggled with. No one is perfect at everything, and learning how to ask for help will make you a stronger student and better prepare you for the real world. Self-improvement is what is most important here; not comparing yourself to others. I am a firm believer that the best way to learn is whatever works for YOU, and while finding those study techniques may take some trial and error,...
Education & Certification
- Saint Edward's University - Bachelors, Social Work, minor-French
Subject Expertise
- French
- French 1
- French 2
- AP French
- +16 subjects
Mounika: Austin French course instructor
...to the COVID-19 pandemic. I have mentored a variety of subjects such as math/algebra, Spanish, English, Computer skills and essay proofreading and editing to various age-groups. My goals as a tutor are to help students gain confidence in themselves that they can not only master the material they need assistance with, but also proceed to achieve wonderful things in their lives, one step and one day at a time, and it gives me great joy...
Education & Certification
- The University of Texas at Austin - Bachelor in Arts, Computer Science
Subject Expertise
- French
- Spanish
- Spanish 1
- SAT Math
- +27 subjects
Jim: Austin French course instructor
...teaching conversational French to people preparing to travel. I believe language learning is the most fun kind of learning, and I make sure that learning French is an enjoyable experience for my students. A lot of people are intimidated by the challenge of learning a new language, even though they already learned one when they were just a baby! I've seen time and again how when languages are taught properly, learning them goes from intimidating...
Education & Certification
- Brigham Young University-Provo - Bachelors, French Studies
- The University of Texas at Austin - Current Grad Student, French Linguistics
Subject Expertise
- French
- Languages
- French 4
- French 2
- +6 subjects
Sophie: Austin French course instructor
...am so glad we moved! I visit my extended family in France as often as I can, but I am so happy to call Austin home. I still speak French with my immediate family (it is my first language), and try to teach it to my children. I love sharing the language and culture with others. I have experience and am comfortable working with all ages. I try to make sessions as laid-back, fun and...
Education & Certification
- The University of Texas at Austin - Bachelors, Psychology
- The University of Texas at Austin - Masters, Social Work
Subject Expertise
- French
- French 4
- Conversational French
- French 1
- +4 subjects
Aline: Austin French course instructor
...years in my family-owned after-school tutoring center. I provided private lessons for many elementary, middle, and high school students in Math, biology, and chemistry and I assisted students ages 6 and with their homework and other class assignments. I also developed and managed intensive summer learning programs for officially awarded diplomas, one is equivalent to completing middle school called the Intermediate Certification or Lebanese Brevet and the other is equivalent to a GED called Lebanese General...
Education & Certification
- Université Saint-Joseph - Master of Science, Agricultural Engineering
Subject Expertise
- French
- Arabic
- Elementary School Science
- College Physics
- +24 subjects
Anne: Austin French course instructor
...French. I also studied abroad in Paris and at the University of Poitiers in France. I returned to UT to get my teaching certificate in French and English. My teaching career has been at the high school and middle school levels here in Austin, although I have tutored all ages - children, college students, and adults. When I am not working, I love to attend spend time with my boys, do yoga, and go to...
Education & Certification
- The University of Texas at Austin - Bachelor in Arts, French
Subject Expertise
- French
- Elementary School English
- Middle School Writing
- Other
- +12 subjects
Matthew: Austin French course instructor
...of American University in Washington DC, with a BA in International Relations. After graduating, I spent two years in Istanbul, Turkey teaching academic Reading and Writing at a preparatory program at a private university. Upon returning to the United States, I worked for a hip new language school in Brooklyn teaching Spanish, French, and Arabic. I love sharing my passion for foreign language and literature, and I seized every opportunity to take my lessons outside...
Education & Certification
- American University - Bachelor in Arts, International Relations
- The University of Texas at Austin - PHD, Middle Eastern Studies
Subject Expertise
- French
- Spanish
- Arabic
- PSAT
- +53 subjects
Kat: Austin French course instructor
...During high school, I spent my time helping other students prepare for these exams and for their classes in general, particularly STEM courses. During the past six months, I worked as a vocal instructor at a local music school in the Houston area. There, I taught students ages 5-18 proper vocal technique as well as performance skills to prepare them to sing onstage. I was also involved in teaching group music lessons where we prepared...
Education & Certification
- The University of Texas at Austin - Bachelor of Science, Biomedical Engineering
Subject Expertise
- French
- SAT Subject Test in Biology E/M
- Singing
- AP Music Theory
- +13 subjects
Elliott: Austin French course instructor
...the language learning sphere- teaching and learning. My training in Linguistics has given me a deeper understanding of the inner-workings of both Language and the brain with language acquisition. This expertise helps me take a more logical, natural approach to language learning- something so many language teachers these days seem to miss! By keeping lessons interesting, practical, and engaging, I am able to help students gain confidence, learn to think IN the language, and learn...
Education & Certification
- Boston University - Bachelor in Arts, Linguistics and French Language & Literature
- State Certified Teacher
Subject Expertise
- French
- Spanish
- Mandarin Chinese
- French 3
- +26 subjects
Rachel: Austin French course instructor
...and the passion that ignites you to move forward. It can come from the challenges we face, or it can come from the accomplishments we achieve, the goal we helped our teammates score in soccer. Educating students is more than placing them in a school, it's about igniting their passions and that is what I aim to do as an educator. As a student, I fell in love with language and it quickly became my...
Education & Certification
- University of New Mexico-Main Campus - Bachelors, Anthropology and French
- Teachers College at Columbia University - Masters, Anthropology and education
Subject Expertise
- French
- Greek
- French 3
- Literature
- +43 subjects
Najwa: Austin French course instructor
I have been teaching and tutoring for almost 23 years. I have taught Biology, Math and French. I offer in-depth discussions and step-by-step guidance in order to provide a better understanding of the material being taught. I have worked with a variety of students, from Elementary to College level.... Teaching is my passion. I want all my students to succeed in their studies, and to feel a sense of accomplishment.
Education & Certification
- university of Abidjan Ivory Coast - Bachelors, medical
- university of Abidjan Ivory coast - PHD, medical
Subject Expertise
- French
- French 4
- French 3
- AP Biology
- +9 subjects
Maya: Austin French course instructor
My best subjects are most maths (Algebra, Geometry, Statistics) and sciences (Biology, Chemistry, Ecology, Earth Science, Environmental Science). I have also been on the receiving end of tutoring, so I will try to make the process as stress-free as possible.
Education & Certification
- The University of Texas at Austin - Bachelor of Science, Biology, General
Subject Expertise
- French
- Environmental Science
- Statistics
- Conversational French
- +21 subjects
Ke: Austin French course instructor
Hello, My name is Ke and I'm a recent graduate of Cornell University. I'm having to help in a variety of subjects ranging from high school literature to the SAT. I'll work with you to find the best way to help you improve!
Education & Certification
- Cornell University - Bachelor in Arts, French
Subject Expertise
- French
- LSAT Logical Reasoning
- Essay Editing
- Graduate Test Prep
- +40 subjects