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Ida is caring, gives good feedback, and makes activities fun. If you're looking for a language class that you can cheat through, this isn't the class; however, it is also not hard at all as long as you show up. Homework is daily for the first two months, but it's light, and tests are not bad at allRate My Professors ↗
Good person but really tough grader.Rate My Professors ↗
Professor Johnson is a really kind person. You can tell that she cares about her students and wants everyone to do well. You have to put in the work and there are high expectations but that's how you end up knowing the language really well. It definitely is not an easy A so don't take it if that's what you are looking for but you will learn a lot.Rate My Professors ↗
I am a student who cares and attends every lecture no matter what class. I attended every lecture even though participation was not mandatory. I tried my best on every assignment and thought it would be noted. Sadly this was not the case (my major not being within Van Hise = Disadvantage). Was one point away from an AB and she did not care to help.Rate My Professors ↗
If you're a STEM/Business major looking for an easy literature class DO NOT TAKE THIS CLASS. I regret falling into the "Madgrades Trap" and not asking around about the Professor specifically. It was evident based on talking to others that STEM/Business majors are at a disadvantage. EVERYTHING and I mean EVERYTHING is graded on her opinion.Rate My Professors ↗
felt like she didn't like me but idk that's just me. kinda interesting content but i wished i would have taken something else. tough grader but explained why. you always had to be there and were screwed if you missed an assignment. seems like other people had more positive experiences with her than i did.Rate My Professors ↗
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