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TAKAKO NAKAKUBO

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Raw average: 4.86/5 from 22 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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What students say

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EASIA104 · course not matched
Quality 5/5Difficulty 2/5
I really love nakakubo sensei. She's so wholesome.
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EA104 · course not matched
Quality 5/5Difficulty 3/5
Nakakubo sensei is an absolute treat of a teacher who is always on time, prepared, and most importantly always a joy to learn with! She drives a hard ship and always requests a lot out of her students, but if you're up for the task you'll have an amazing experience and learn so much!
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EASIA103 · course not matched
Quality 4/5Difficulty 2/5
Very good teacher and the class was easy + fun. Be ready for daily classes + homework, but that is expected for language classes.
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EASIA104 · course not matched
Quality 5/5Difficulty 4/5
She teaches a foreign language. Take everything you know about any foreign language, and it applies. Be there every day, take notes, practice when you can. Shes an amazing teacher though, loves all the students, and wants everyone to succeed. Will not hold you hand, but will do her best so you can too.
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EASIA103 · course not matched
Quality 5/5Difficulty 4/5
She cares a lot about her students and wants to see everyone succeed. One of the nicest professors I have ever had here at UW. She's also a great teacher! cannot recommend her enough! Just be prepared to put in a lot of work outside of class. It is a 6 credit course for a reason.
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EASIAN103 · course not matched
Quality 4/5Difficulty 4/5
Japanese is not an easy language to learn, but Nakakubo-sensei tries to make it as accessible as possible. She is well prepared for class and always has a smile on her face. Participation isn't strictly necessary, but, being a language class, it is recommended. Just a tip: Read the chapter in the textbook before going to class. It really helps!
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