Reviews of professor Tania Leyva

Rating: 5.0/5, difficulty: 3.0/5
Prof Leyva was a great professor I learned way more than i did from any other spanish courses. She was able to explain the language and I felt confident enough to be able to speak it afterwards. In order to pass this class you can not miss days and you have to focus, read material, and practice.

Rating: 5.0/5, difficulty: 2.0/5
The class is a decent bit of work, but its not hard Homework is online, and you have three attempts for each assignment A bit of writing, but homework is easy to get an A in. A lot of small group work and writing on the board. Tests can be a bit tough, but as long as you're putting in the work you'll be fine. Final is like the tests. She is fun tho

Rating: 4.0/5, difficulty: 3.0/5
Prof Levya is very straightforward and clear about class expectations. Follows typical GW Spanish curriculum. Requires you to get physical textbook when online version (cheaper) is the exact same. Participation is beneficial or you won't improve your speaking skills. Not a hard class if you put the time and effort in

Rating: 5.0/5, difficulty: 3.0/5
Prof. Levya is great! The class is less focused on grammar concepts and more of a guided discussion by the textbook. Work and grading criteria is very straightforward, with no midterm or final but instead chapter tests, oral assignment, and a partner presentation. Gave a handful of days off and often ended class early.

Rating: 5.0/5, difficulty: 3.0/5
Prof Leyva is super enthusiastic and knowledgeable. Really chill as long as you show her respect and effort. There is nightly homework but it's not too bad. Tests are not that hard and the feedback is helpful. Final presentation is very manageable. Just show up to class, do the work, and this class is not hard. Leyva is the best.

Rating: 5.0/5, difficulty: 3.0/5
Profesora Leyva is super chill and really cares about her students. You do have to participate if you want to do well/for her to like you, but she is so nice and the class is pretty easy. She really just wants everyone to try their best. I'm taking a class with her again next semester!

Rating: 4.0/5, difficulty: 3.0/5
Overall she is one of the most caring and sweetest professors I have had in the Spanish department. She is a hard grader but will talk with you about what is right/wrong. In class she takes the pressure off and makes it very easy to speak and try to learn without feeling judged.

Rating: 4.0/5, difficulty: 3.0/5
Since GW's Spanish classes are all pretty standard, the number of tests and orals and homeworks you do isn't really affected by what teacher you have. That being said, Prof Levya was a solid teacher who was willing to help students inside and outside of class.