I'm a professional linguist with experience teaching at all levels. In my own research I travel to Papua New Guinea and Indonesia to document and analyze the grammars of unknown indigenous languages. In addition to language documentation and descriptive linguistics, I have experience with phonetics, phonology, morphology, syntax, typology, and historical linguistics. I enjoy helping students improve their critical thinking and problem solving skills. I can also help with written...
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Russell has provided examples of their subject expertise by answering 2 questions submitted by students on Wyzant’s Ask an Expert.
Knowledgeable and interesting
I just finished my initial meeting with Russell. With his Ph.D., his field research, his publications, and his tutoring experience, he's got a great background for sharing his expertise and his excitement with his students. I'm looking forward to working with him.
Ora, 71 lessons with Russell
Excellent teacher
Hes thorough in his teaching and very reputable. My performance and confidence in Linguistics class was greatly improved because of him. I have had multiple tutoring sessions with him and plan to continue! Also has a great personality and makes you feel comfortable if you don’t understand something which is important. Hes patient and you can tell that he actually cares about your success.
Nicole, 4 lessons with Russell
Super Helpful!
It was great working with Russell for my online tutoring session. He helped me understand some of my historical linguistics material, and made my assignments seem much more approachable! I would definitely recommend him to a classmate, and will be contacting him next time I need help.
Gabriela, 2 lessons with Russell
Very Intelligent and Engaging Conversation Partner
I'm an advanced German speaker and was looking for a conversation partner and Russell has a PhD in Linguistics, which is an interest of mine. We had a very engaging and interesting conversation. He is well spoken both in English and in German, and moreover is very friendly and good (virtual) company. I recommend him to anyone looking for a tutor.
Laura, 1 lesson with Russell