Bernadette Takano
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Multiple ChoiceIs the teacher available for extra help during study halls, lunchtime, before or after school, etc.?
Almost AlwaysThe teacher responds to emails promptly. Do you...
Strongly AgreeThe teacher posts in-class materials online for reference (slides, etc.):
Almost AlwaysThe teacher lets us know at the beginning of the course and along the way how much each part of the class (homework, papers, quizzes and tests) counts towards our total grade:
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Way too muchThe amount of writing required in this class is:
Very HighThe teacher allows us to use technology in class (e.g. laptop, calculator, smart pen, etc.)
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Very HighWhat advice would you give yourself if you were just starting the class now?
Class of 2022
My advice for this class is to work hard, study A LOT, and PAY ATTENTION. You will learn a lot in this class, but don't expect it to be easy at all. In fact, Mrs. Takano's regular French classes are even harder than some of the AP classes I have taken. It isn't uncommon for mostly A students who take honors or AP classes to actually earn a C for a quarter. The Positives: Mrs. Takano is very passionate about teaching French to students. She is very energetic, which helps keep the class entertaining. Additionally, she is very organized as she knows what she is doing and when she must do stuff. Also, she posts a calendar at the beginning of the quarter to help us know when there are quizzes, tests, or other work. The Negatives: Her class is hard, in some ways too hard for many people to earn an A. With so many things we do in her class, it can be overwhelming. We even have done classwork in the last 5 minutes of class and some of them maybe due by the end of the class when the bell rings. Additionally, she is a little strict (in my opinion), due to being a little harsh on grading some assignments and takes effort, participation and engagement VERY SERIOUSLY. Another warning I have is her class is very student directed as she is in complete control and expects obedience. Overall, it's a good class, but it is overwhelming. French is a beautiful language, but I 'm stopping after French 4 because it's only going to get progressively harder, even though I'm a francophile. But if its easy for you and you love it, then take it up to AP, but if you can't, then I suggest stopping at French 3, like the majority of people.