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HUGO TORRES

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Raw average: 4.71/5 from 7 quality ratings. The adjusted rating blends this with the UW review average (3.66/5), weighted as 20 additional ratings. Smaller samples stay closer to that average. Each captured review is counted once in the prior; this does not correct who chooses to leave a review.

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FR201 · course not matched
Quality 5/5Difficulty 3/5
Hugo was a fantastic TA. His classes were enjoyable, interesting, and very informative. He made us work to earn our grades, but he also made sure that students who put forth a sincere effort in the class were rewarded for their hard work. Furthermore, he was always kind and non-judgmental, two necessary qualities in a foreign language teacher.
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FR102 · course not matched
Quality 5/5Difficulty 3/5
Fantastic teacher. Hugo kept the class interesting, kept the students engaged, and made sure every student was challenged and was learning. He took the time to explain concepts in a way that was crystal clear. I only wish all teachers could be as talented and dedicated to their students success as Hugo is.
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FRENCH201 · course not matched
Quality 5/5Difficulty 3/5
As a language teacher, Hugo does the seemingly impossible: making language class enjoyable. That's not to say he's easy on his students. The regular quizzing and homework require students to put in a good amount of work. Its clear that he cares about the success of his students, which is a characteristic rarely found in teachers of intro. classes.
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FRENCH 204
Quality 5/5Difficulty 3/5
I've had Hugo for 2 semesters and he is one of the best TAs that I've had. He is very patient, flexible, and extremely knowledgeable. Hugo communicates concepts with ease and makes himself available when needed. He goes beyond the textbook to aid his lessons, using "real" French that one would actually use. Great class. Awesome TA. No complaints.
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FRENCH 102
Quality 5/5Difficulty 3/5
Hugo made learning French extremely fun! He's a great teacher and genuinely wants to help his students succeed. Hugo used movies/songs/articles (outside of our textbook) to make French relevant to our daily lives. Participate and speak up! Hugo is approachable and friendly. I would definitely take another course with him.
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FRENCH 102
Quality 5/5Difficulty 3/5
Great instructor. Very passionate about the language & culture, absolutely will teach you as much as you want to learn beyond the course material, if you show the interest. Not easy, but fair - expects you to put work in, but makes sure work is rewarding. Had much appreciated originality when it came to lesson plans as well.
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Classes with HUGO TORRES

Fourth semester French focusing on advanced oral practice, conversation, grammar, reading, vocabulary, creative writing, and cultural study.

No offering record · Spring 2013

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historical GPA · grades

Fall 2008–Spring 2013

Recorded teaching history

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TermCourseTitle
Spring 2013FRENCH 204Fourth Semester French
Fall 2012FRENCH 203Third Semester French
Spring 2012FRENCH 102Second Semester French
Fall 2011FRENCH 102Second Semester French

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