Associate Professor Sarah A.

Maryam came highly recommended from a friend who studied Farsi with her, and I also find her to be a fantastic teacher. She has a deep understanding of both Farsi and English (my first language) and is therefore great at explaining vocabulary, grammar and cultural uses of the language. She is also talented at understanding her students' interests, abilities and (even unspoken) concerns and she tailors her lessons and materials to meet individual needs. She is patient and encouraging as well as challenging. I have been studying with Maryam via Skype, which is helpful as I would otherwise not be able to attend any Farsi classes, and she is very comfortable using this technology. I recommend Maryam whole-heartedly as a Farsi teacher!