If you'd' like help studying Latin, whether you're taking it as a class at either Central or Millard West High School, the University of Nebraska at Omaha, or studying it on your own, Varsity Tutors can help you thanks to Omaha Latin lessons. You can enroll in live online lessons in a class setting or opt to study with a private tutor. Either way, you'll gain access to an expert instructor who knows Latin and has the ability to teach students at your level.
Although Latin is the official language of Vatican City and the Roman Catholic Church, it's considered a dead language as there is no community that uses it as their main way to communicate. Throughout the ages, the language has morphed into the Romance languages (Spanish, French, Romanian, Italian, and Portuguese), even as Classical Latin went gradually out of common use.
For a dead language, there are a lot of people who still study Latin. It's useful in a number of fields like medicine, science of any kind, law, and religion. In addition, English speakers commonly study Latin prefixes, suffixes, and root words to understand vocabulary and more easily remember how to spell thousands of words. Many languages still use the Roman alphabet, including English, although we've added three letters: j, v, and w.
What topics are covered in Omaha Latin lessons?
In one way, the same things that are covered in any language class are also covered in Latin. You'll start with essential vocabulary and common phrases, and continue on to work on things like grammar, sentence structure, and pronunciation. You may spend time learning to read and write in Latin, as well as learning about the rich history and culture behind the ancient language.
There are a couple of aspects that you might like about studying Latin because they make the language easier to learn than many others. One is pronunciation. First, English has many words pronounced the same as in Latin. Second, there is no native community of Latin speakers for you to offend if your pronunciation is not absolutely perfect. This actually feeds the second reason Latin may not be too difficult, which is that we already speak a lot of words derived from Latin and it may seem much more familiar than languages like Russian, Chinese, or even French.
Of course you will have to work hard to build fluency, and there are some unique nuances to the language as well. One is the gendered nouns, which come not only in masculine and feminine, but in neuter gender, too. It's important you learn to make adjectives agree with the nouns in both gender and number. Latin grammar has some surprises, too, such as the general lack of pronouns. Instead, knowing who is doing what to whom is found in the endings of the verbs.
Whether you study with a private Omaha Latin tutor or in a virtual Latin class, these are the types of subjects you can expect to learn, along with others and the opportunity to practice conversation in a real-world setting.
Should I sign up for a private Latin tutor or a class?
There's no one answer to this question, because each student will make the choice of which one works best for them. You may even opt to take advantage of both services. Following are some things you can consider about each option.
A virtual classroom is led by an instructor and virtually attended by a number of students. It's very similar to a regular classroom experience. You'll be able to connect with both your instructor and fellow students during the class. You can bounce ideas off one another during lessons and make suggestions to help each other.
例如,如果你发现很难记住verb endings because the method of memorization you use doesn't fit you, another student or the instructor may suggest a different technique that solves the problem. If this type of collaborative atmosphere energizes you, you're probably a candidate for Omaha Latin lessons in a live online classroom. A further benefit of this choice is that you can sign up for one or more individual tutoring lessons if you need to cover a particular concept that's challenging you.
If you enjoy working in a trusting, one-on-one relationship with someone who knows your needs and has a great deal of flexibility to meet them, you might want to work with an Omaha Latin tutor. This is also a good option if your learning style is different than most other students, if you have a specialized reason for learning Latin and need to focus on that rather than general language acquisition, or if you learn more quickly or slowly than a regular classroom is usually taught.
It's also a great choice if a classroom setting makes it hard for you to concentrate. Signing up for lessons with an Omaha Latin tutor allows you the greatest flexibility in what's studied, how it's studied, and even when it's studied, as it's easier to negotiate lesson times when it's just you and your private instructor rather than a whole class of students.
What are the benefits of taking Omaha Latin lessons?
Taking Latin lessons can help you if you plan to enter fields where Latin is used a great deal. It also makes it much easier to learn other languages, especially Romance languages.
Whether you're learning Latin on your own or in an official academic class, studying with a professional instructor in a class or individual lessons has a number of advantages. For one, you can use the language as it was meant to be used, which is to communicate with other people, whether that's a class full or one other individual. Second, your instructor can point out any misconceptions you may have before they develop into problems. Of all the subjects you could take, a new language is one that you shouldn't spend too much time studying alone.
How can I get signed up for lessons?
All you need to do to start is to contact Varsity Tutors and speak with our educational experts. They'll answer your questions set you up with Omaha Latin lessons that match your unique academic requirements.
Erica: Omaha Latin lesson instructor
...variety of subjects, with a strong focus on K-12 mathematics. I am pursuing a Master's degree in Elementary Education and a TEFL (Teaching English as a Foreign Language) certification. I am extremely passionate about teaching and work daily to improve my craft. Students, parents, supervisors, and colleagues have described me as efficient, extremely patient, creative, and caring. I am certified to tutor in a variety of subjects and consider the following areas to be my...
Education & Certification
- Oberlin College- Bachelor in Arts, English; Latin Language and Literature
Subject Expertise
- Latin
- Chemistry
- High School English
- College Application Essays
- +77 subjects
Courtney: Omaha Latin lesson instructor
...how to meet your current academic goals and develop the skills you need to face future challenges. Outside academia, I love to read I work in a library, after all! Im also an avid journaler. I enjoy learning languages in addition to Spanish and Latin, Im currently working on French. Im always listening to music, particularly Broadway musicals. And, finally, Im a huge Harry Potter fan. I get compared to Hermione Granger all the time,...
Education & Certification
- Augsburg College- Bachelors, Sociology w/minor in Spanish
Subject Expertise
- Latin
- IB Social and Cultural Anthropology HL
- ACCUPLACER ESL
- 9th Grade Reading
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Abigail: Omaha Latin lesson instructor
...his reading level were aimed at students much younger. In order to keep him engaged, I had to get creative. We would practice reading comprehension using the sports section of the newspaper, and did short creative writing exercises. I learned a lot about how to get students excited about subjects that at first seem intimidating or frustrating, how to think on my feet, and how to connect with and engage students from different backgrounds than...
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- University of Chicago- Bachelor in Arts, Classics
Subject Expertise
- Latin
- High School English
- IB Classical Languages HL
- SAT
- +19 subjects
Zarrin: Omaha Latin lesson instructor
...目标和努力。我有6年以上的经过nce tutoring in STEM and Humanities from grades K-12. I also have experience tutoring in college level Biology and Chemistry classes. As a NYC native, and a Bronx High School of Science graduate I understand that students are constantly under pressure and competition. My goal is to make sure students understand and believe in their own prowess while continuing to improve their skills and capacities. I hope...
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- Mount Holyoke College- Bachelors, Neuroscience and Behavior / Child Development
Subject Expertise
- Latin
- AP Biology
- SAT Subject Tests
- PSAT Writing Skills
- +81 subjects
Brendan: Omaha Latin lesson instructor
...physical representations. This was instilled at a young age as I had a deep love of Legos. My favorite subject to tutor is algebra. Algebra features so many of the basic mathematical tools which become instinct in higher level math like calculus, my favorite subject to study. I have a varied repertoire of subjects which I tutor as I do consider myself a renaissance man. I bring my bold and fresh teaching approach to all...
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- Marquette University- Current Undergrad, Mechanical Engineering
Subject Expertise
- Latin
- Math
- College Economics
- Multivariable Calculus
- +58 subjects
Josh: Omaha Latin lesson instructor
...the belief that each student comes to a problem or subject from a different angle. The trick is not only to find the approach that works for the student, but also to boost the student's own investment in finding the methods that work best. I believe a student learns best when choosing to engage with the subject on a personal level. In my free time, I enjoy writing, reading, outdoor activities e.g. hiking, playing board...
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- Swarthmore College- Bachelor in Arts, Political Science, Classics
Subject Expertise
- Latin
- Literature
- 12th Grade Reading
- Adult Literacy
- +26 subjects
Sean: Omaha Latin lesson instructor
...I have been tutoring for more than 6 years. For 2.5 years, I taught math to Cornell Engineering undergraduates, and I looked forward to it every week! On Varsity Tutors, I tutor up to college level mathematics and physics, test prep (including AP courses, and SAT reading/writing). Explaining difficult math and science concepts in plain English is my forte. I love teaching and will be glad to help anyone become an independent learner.... Teach students to teach themselves, and to love the act of learning itself.
Education & Certification
- Cornell University- Bachelor of Science, Engineering Physics
Subject Expertise
- Latin
- Latin 3
- Calculus 2
- Arithmetic
- +66 subjects
Matthew: Omaha Latin lesson instructor
...writing, analytical thinking, logical analysis, and mathematics. I am also a part-time professor of philosophy. My academic interests range from medieval Scholasticism to contemporary issues in bioethics and law. I believe that tutoring is not only about the transfer of knowledge between the tutor and the student, but also a transfer of skills, which would help the student learn how to find the answer himself or herself and to solve whatever academic problems come his...
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- The University of St Thomas - Bachelors, Philosophy
- The University of St Thomas - Masters, Philosophy
Subject Expertise
- Latin
- ACT Writing
- IB Philosophy HL
- Reading
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Sean: Omaha Latin lesson instructor
...教室里,这是一个方便的I am very fortunate. I recognize, however, that every mind learns in its own way---a reality that institutional education cannot accommodate. I make it my priority to determine what methods of demonstration and motivation are best suited to every student I work with. I look forward to working with you. I really do love learning, and think I have a knack for sharing that love.... Every mind works differently; every mind learns differently. Lectures and readings work are sufficient for some students, but others need to be a little more creative in determining how they may best appreciate knowledge and retain understanding.
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- Columbia University in the City of New York- Current Undergrad, Classical Stuides
Subject Expertise
- Latin
- Study Skills
- Classics
- SSAT- Upper Level
- +53 subjects
Natalie: Omaha Latin lesson instructor
...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 care deeply about my students and their success, and I...
Education & Certification
- Princeton University- Bachelors, Philosophy
- Columbia University in the City of New York- Current Grad Student, Philosophy
Subject Expertise
- Latin
- Graduate Test Prep
- Public Speaking
- High School English
- +59 subjects