The best aspect of this course was the engaging and stimulating class conversations. The professors were patient and showed a genuine interest in al of their students. The worst aspects of this course included the fast pace of learning, which at times prevented students from grasping everything they were meant to learn. The class could be improved if there were more opportunities for conversation and more activities for students to apply what they were learning, opposed to just completing assignments for the sake of a grade. Prospective students should know that they have to do a lot of independent studying as the course is extremely time-consuming.

The best aspects of this course included the vast amount of information covered over the semester, as well as the many interactive activities during class. Students thought that the rigorous pacing and extensive memorization was a chal enging but effective way to get them to learn the language. However, many students felt that some of the assignments and quizzes were excessive, and that more time should be given to conversational activities. Students suggested improvement such as more open discussion and conversational opportunities would be helpful, and that fewer quizzes or presentations would give them more time to focus on studying. Prospective students should be prepared to work and study hard and be wil ing to commit time every day to study.

Frequent speaking practice, enthusiastic instructors, and intense immersion into the language were the highlights of this course. Students also praised the course’s instructors who were both available to students and were passionate about students’ success. Students disliked that the course required a large time commitment and that the workload was very heavy. Some suggestions to improve the course included lowering the workload and giving more time to practice speaking during class time. Prospective students should know that the course required a good deal of work; however, that hard work was rewarded.