The best parts of this course were learning useful medical terminology and the great professor. Students liked the discussion-based class format, which gave them ample time to practice speaking in small groups. The downsides were the long, time-consuming homework assignments and that some homework and exam questions were unclear or ambiguous. Students’ suggestions for improvement included changing the grading scheme and revising some of the homework assignments to make them less vague. Students should know that this course is speaking-based and also requires a lot of work outside of class. It teaches you a lot of practical vocabulary and is great for students who want to go into medical professions.

The best aspects of this course included the committed professor and her engaging methods to teach the class. Students liked the variety of activities in the class, and appreciated that the emphasis on writing, reading, listening, and speaking was wel balanced. Many students thought that the homework assignments were more busy work than actually productive and that the workload had unbalanced due dates. Students suggested spreading out the due dates for assignments and providing some alternative assignments to those online. Prospective students should be prepared to complete a lot of work outside of the classroom, and a lot of participation in class.

Students thought that the best aspects of this course included the helpful and engaging professor, as well as the small and relaxed classroom atmosphere. Students thought that they got to practice their language skil s and that the course was wel organized. Students thought that the online work was ineffective in teaching language skills, and that the workload can fluctuate between very heavy and very spare. Student suggested spreading out the due dates for assignments and increasing participation in the class with more conversational and oral exercises. Prospective students should be prepared for a fair amount of work and expect to be chal enged in this immersive course.

Students praised this fun and interactive course for promoting in-class discussions and activities that helped develop their writing and grammar skills. Perceived issues with the course included a general feeling that the course had a heavy workload that made it hard for students to keep up with the work. Students also thought that the course’s mandatory attendance policy was too rigid. Suggestions for improvement varied; many students were fine with the course although some wished that the course focused more on vocabulary. Prospective students should know that students found that participation in the course was essential.

Students praised this interactive course that worked on students’ ability to both speak and comprehend Spanish, as well as their understanding of Spanish grammar. Perceived issues with the course varied; some students found that some of the assignments and in particular some of the textbook readings were dry and somewhat boring. Suggestions for improvement included a desire among multiple students for more opportunities to improve oral skills though in-class discussions. Prospective students should know the course had a steep learning curve; however, students found the course was an effective way to improve their Spanish fluency and their understanding of Spanish grammar. 175

The best aspects of this course included the class time devoted to oral practice, the instructor’s wil ingness to help the students, and the highly interactive class sessions. Some students felt the in-class 152 exercises and lectures were repetitive. One suggestion was to either shorten the length of the exams administered or to al ow students more time to finish them. Another suggestion was to provide students with regular feedback on at least their written assignments. Prospective students should know that in order to get the most from this class, it is crucial that they participate and keep up with the assigned coursework.

The best aspects of this course included the small class size, interactive lessons, and instructor’s enthusiasm. One student felt the exam questions were often ambiguous and difficult to decipher. Another student felt that what was covered in class was often repeated. Suggestions included utilizing reading sources outside of the textbook and eliminating the use of VoiceThread. Prospective students should make sure they’re keeping up with the material in class.

The instructor for this course was rated by most students as the highlight of the course. She structured the course in such a way that kept students engaged, promoted conversation, and included cultural information. Many students cited the repetitiveness of the work as the worst aspect of the course. A broader variety of in-class activities, and limiting the number of students in a section were both suggested improvements to this course. Prospective students should know that there is a good deal of work required for the class, and it is taught completely in Spanish.

The best aspects of this course were the instructor and the time spent on conversational practice. Many students thought the online assignments proved buggy and seemed repetitive. Improving the online aspects and offering more time to practice conversation were suggested as improvements to the course. Students interested in this course should know that the schedule is rigid, and taking the course with this instructor is recommended.

The best aspects of this course included the various engaging activities, exposure to cultural elements, and the approachable, helpful professor. Students felt that the class was repetitive, that online coursework was time consuming, and that assignments felt like busy work. Suggestions for improvement included increasing the opportunities for student-to-student interaction, having shorter writing assignments, and less online homework. Prospective students should have a strong grasp of the Spanish language and feel comfortable participating in class.

The best aspects of this course included the passionate instructor and opportunities to practice speaking and comprehension skills. Students felt the course was too grammatically centered and the material was repetitive. The workload was also intense. Suggestions for improvement included having a definitive schedule with assignment due dates and increasing the amount of group projects. Prospective students should have a strong grasp of the Spanish language and feel comfortable participating in class.