From Russian FederationLiving in Other, Turkey (16:06 UTC+03:00)
About Me
italki teacher since Aug 8, 2024
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My name is Marina. I was born and raised in Russia but started traveling around the world at the age of 18. Since then I have lived and worked in quite a number of countries.
For the last 17 years (except for the 2 years that I spent in Victoria BC, Canada and a year in Mauritius) I've been living in different parts of Turkey. Teaching is my passion and I would love to share what I know with others. There is nothing better than speaking to your student in a new language after some time!
Me as a Teacher
I am a native Russian speaker.
I have a Bachelor’s degree in Linguistics. I obtained several certificates of English during my studies, a TEFL certificate from the University of Toronto, and a “Teaching Russian as a Foreign Language” diploma from Moscow State University.
I started teaching in 2001 and since then I have taught English, Russian and Turkish in Primary, Middle School, Language Courses and also in private.
My lessons & teaching style
Communication is the key. So after an introduction of a piece of grammar of new words we will use it all in speaking activities.
I believe that the main task of a teacher is helping the student overcome his or her fear and start talking. Making mistakes at first, but getting better and better every day. Through smiles, encouragement, games and, let's face the truth, hard work - I will help you gain more confidence and let the world hear your voice in the desired language.
Just believe that any language can be learned. Whatever reason you have for studying it - either traveling, working, or preparing for exams - it can be done.
My teaching material
Video files
Presentation slides/PPT
Quizzes
Text Documents
Image files
Audio files
Flashcards
PDF file
Education
2015 - 2016
Bachelor’s - Teacher of Russian as a Foreign LanguageMGU
2002 - 2006
Bachelor’s - LinguisticsIMI Samara
2014 - 2015
Bachelor’s - TEFLUniversity of Toronto
5.0
Rating
8
Students
62
Lessons
100%
Attendance rate
100%
Response rate
5.0
Rating
8
Students
62
Lessons
100%
Attendance rate
100%
Response rate
Russian Lessons
Russian
Turkish
Trial Lesson
5 lessons completed
USD 10.00+
Russian for very Beginners
A1 - A2Language Essentials17 lessons completed
USD 12.00+
Package with 8% off
Russian Elementary to Advanced
A2 - C1Language Essentials5 lessons completed
USD 13.00+
Package with 7% off
Russian Conversational
A2 - C2Conversation21 lessons completed
USD 10.00+
Package with 10% off
Availability
Based on your timezone (UTC+00:00)
7 Reviews
All
Russian
Turkish
Thomas Facon
9 Russian lessons
I have now had 8 Russian lessons with Marina as a beginner. Marina puts you at ease and effortlessly makes you feel comfortable to make mistakes and ask questions. Marina is also very flexible to work around my busy schedule and gets the most out of our lesson time. Lessons are extremely prepared, well-paced and gamified to make them super fun! Would highly recommend.
Nov 22, 2024
Alexandra Kazak
5 Turkish lessons
I highly recommend Marina to anyone looking to learn Turkish effectively and enjoyably. Her expertise and passion for teaching make her an outstanding educator. Thank you, Marina, for making my Turkish learning journey so rewarding.
Nov 22, 2024
TATSIANA CEYLAN
9 Turkish lessons
Очень вежливый, ответственный и пунктуальный репетитор. Занятия нравятся и интересно изучать новый язык 😊
Nov 19, 2024
Tim D
3 Turkish lessons
Teşekkür ederim öğrenciyim! Şimdi restoranda yemek hakkında konuşabiliyorum :)
Nov 5, 2024
Tim D
3 Turkish lessons
Bu sohbet çok ilginç ve eğlenceli oldu!
Oct 3, 2024
Tim D
3 Turkish lessons
Teşekkür ederim! Şimdi beynim patlayacak, ama değer! :)