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Johns Hopkins University | AS.381.102

First Year Hindi II

3.0

credits

Average Course Rating

(4.55)

This course prepares students to function in everyday situations in the Hindi speaking world. Focuses on the acquisition of basic vocabulary and grammatical structures in culturally authentic contexts through listening, speaking, reading, and writing comprehension. Hindi reading and writing is taught in its original Dayva-nagari script. Oral-aural drills in class and work in the Language Lab is required.

Spring 2013

(4.8)

Spring 2014

(4.88)

Spring 2015

(4.43)

Spring 2023

(4.11)

Spring 2013

Professor: Uma Saini

(4.8)

The best aspect of the course was the interactive and enthusiastic professor whose teaching methods were very helpful to students. The worst aspect of the course was the fast pace the class often went in. There were constant assignments and quizzes which made students sometimes confused. The course would improve if there were more supplemental activities and assignments in order to take the focus off of the quizzes. Prospective students should prepare to spend lots of time practicing the language and ensure they always do the homework assignments.

Spring 2014

Professor: Uma Saini

(4.88)

It was clear to see that the professor of this course wanted her students to do wel . She was approachable, enthusiastic, and simply amazing. Students actually learned the Hindi language and felt comfortable speaking in the small class. There were not many complaints from this class, but students did notice that sometimes they were a few days off schedule from the syl abus, causing some confusion. Suggestions for improvement include a new classroom with a chalkboard/whiteboard and more speaking rehearsal. Prospective students do not need a Hindi background and wil love the professor.

Spring 2015

Professor: Uma Saini

(4.43)

The best aspect of this class was the small class size, and amazing teacher. Students appreciated the inclusion of cultural lessons into the curriculum, as well as the teacher’s investment in the students’ success. The only complaint was that the teacher at times was disorganized and did not clearly communicate assignment requirements and expectations, although it did not deter from the classroom experience. The main suggestion for this class was to slow down the pace of the class slightly, and to make assignments more clear. Prospective students should know that although this class is chal enging it’s also very rewarding.

Spring 2023

Professor: Radhi Datla

(4.11)