First Semester Swedish is a beginner course focusing on developing language proficiency and cultural communication skills.
Historical reviews of Elliott Brandsma, Paul Natiw: Reviewers noted consistent homework and workbook assignments, with some finding the textbook work tedious but balanced by engaging projects and media activities.
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Recent recorded grades — Fall 2022: 3.69 GPA, 87.5% A/AB (n=8 letter grades); Fall 2025: 3.27 GPA, 63.6% A/AB (n=11 letter grades). Includes jointly taught sections.
Historical reviews for Paul Natiw and Elliott Brandsma describe engaging, humorous instruction that motivated students to enjoy the language. Natiw was noted for his humor and authenticity, while Brandsma used pop culture and fun projects to offset tedious textbook work. No current reviews exist for instructors Benjamin Mier-Cruz or Rachel Bott.
BENJAMIN MIER-CRUZ is recorded teaching in Fall 2024. Recorded history may be incomplete and does not establish a future schedule.
ELLIOTT BRANDSMA is recorded teaching in Fall 2020, Fall 2021. Recorded history may be incomplete and does not establish a future schedule.
PAUL NATIW is recorded teaching in Fall 2011, Fall 2012, Fall 2013, Fall 2014. Recorded history may be incomplete and does not establish a future schedule.
RACHEL BOTT is recorded teaching in Fall 2022, Fall 2025. Recorded history may be incomplete and does not establish a future schedule.
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| Section | Mode | Enrolled / capacity | Waitlist |
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| LEC 001 | Classroom Instruction | 11 / 20 | 0 |
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Historical instructors Paul Natiw and Elliott Brandsma received high praise for making Swedish 111 engaging and fun, though some students found the textbook work tedious.
Recent recorded grades — Fall 2022: 3.69 GPA, 87.5% A/AB (n=8 letter grades); Fall 2023: 3.31 GPA, 75.0% A/AB (n=8 letter grades); Fall 2025: 3.27 GPA, 63.6% A/AB (n=11 letter grades).
Historical reviews of Elliott Brandsma, Paul Natiw: Reviewers noted consistent homework and workbook assignments, with some finding the textbook work tedious but balanced by engaging projects and media activities.
Students reported that historical instructors' humor, passion, and engaging activities like music and movies made the class enjoyable and sparked interest in the language.
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First Semester Swedish
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