Tatiana Calixto - University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, MI

Professor: Tatiana Calixto

Department: Spanish

College: University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, MI

Rating # 1

Overview:

• Course: SPAN232
• Grade Received: Not sure yet
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

• For Credit: Yes
• Textbook Used: Yes
• Would Take Again: Yes
• Attendance: Mandatory

Comment:

Don't get me wrong, the class was not easy and requires a lot of studying. But Tati makes the class interesting and will do anything to help her students understand the material. This was my favorite Spanish class at umich and I would gladly take her again. An A is definitely possible if you put in a consistent effort.

Rating # 2

Overview:

• Course: SPAN232
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

• For Credit: Yes
• Textbook Used: No
• Would Take Again: Yes
• Attendance: Mandatory

Comment:

Tati is a LEGEND. There's definitely a solid amount of homework (though it gets easier as you get more comfortable in the class), but the exams are so reasonable and getting an A is very achievable. Take her class, undoubtedly the best Spanish 232 teacher you'll get.

Rating # 3

Overview:

• Course: SPANISH232
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

• For Credit: Yes
• Textbook Used: Yes
• Would Take Again: Yes
• Attendance: Mandatory

Comment:

Tati's class was amazing; she makes her students actually enjoy using another language. She gives a lot of homework, however if you work hard, an A is definitely possible. Would definitely take her class for Spanish 232

Rating # 4

Overview:

• Course: SPAN232
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

• For Credit: Yes
• Textbook Used: Yes
• Would Take Again: Yes
• Attendance: Mandatory

Comment:

Tati was absolutely incredible. I was not very excited about having to take this final Spanish course to fill my language requirement but having her as an instructor was fantastic. She never had a bad day and seemed to love what she was doing every minute of class, in-between class, and in office hours. Made class interesting, active, and enjoyable

Rating # 5

Overview:

• Course: SPAN232
• Grade Received: B+
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

• For Credit: Yes
• Textbook Used: Yes
• Would Take Again: Yes
• Attendance: Mandatory

Comment:

Tati is one of the best humans I have ever met. I took her for 231 and 232 and I would take her classes again and again if they fit in my schedule. She is so passionate about the topic and her students. I really can't say enough amazing things. She does give out more daily work than the other Spanish profs, but it helped in the long run.

Rating # 6

Overview:

• Course: SPANISH230
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

• For Credit: Yes
• Textbook Used: Yes
• Would Take Again: Yes
• Attendance: Mandatory

Comment:

Tati is amazing. She is passionate and she cares about her students. She's tough with grades, but you will get more out of her class due to this.

Rating # 7

Overview:

• Course: SPANISH232
• Grade Received: Not sure yet
• Overall Rating: 4.5
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

• For Credit: Yes
• Textbook Used: Yes
• Would Take Again: N/A
• Attendance: Mandatory

Comment:

Tati is the best. She is super energetic and positive. She loves teaching us. This class is not a joke though. There's a lot of homework and 4 exams plus a final. The grammar is easy and I didn't study hard for the exams and did well. She is strict about participation and the homework gets pretty overwhelming. She is ALWAYS willing to help.

Rating # 8

Overview:

• Course: SPAN231
• Grade Received: B
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

• For Credit: Yes
• Textbook Used: Yes
• Would Take Again: N/A
• Attendance: Mandatory

Comment:

Not too bad of a teacher to have. Tough grader though. Willing to help a lot in office hours . Better than a lot of other 231 professors out there

Rating # 9

Overview:

• Course: SPANI232
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

• For Credit: Yes
• Textbook Used: Yes
• Would Take Again: N/A
• Attendance: Mandatory

Comment:

Tati is one of the sweetest and most helpful and encouraging Spanish professors I've ever had. Participation and forming your own opinions about topics are important in class, but even if you're not a fabulous speaker she is wonderful at helping you through it without embarrassing you. You can tell how much she enjoys working with her students!

Rating # 10

Overview:

• Course: SPANISH231
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.5
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

• For Credit: N/A
• Textbook Used: Yes
• Would Take Again: Yes
• Attendance: Mandatory

Comment:

Tati is the best, she goes above and beyond to connect with students on a personal level. She is hilarious, very enthusiastic, and a very lenient grader. I took the class pass fail, and ended up doing very well in the class with little effort. Tests are easy and straight forward. Most important thing is to participate a lot, get on her good side.

Rating # 11

Overview:

• Course: SPAN231
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 1.0

• For Credit: Yes
• Textbook Used: Yes
• Would Take Again: N/A
• Attendance: Mandatory

Comment:

One of the most amazing professors that you will not only be able to learn spanish from, but about life. She changed my outlook on everything and has one of the most genuine hearts at Umich. That is super rare. You're lucky if you have her!

Rating # 12

Overview:

• Course: SPAN231
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 1.0

• For Credit: Yes
• Textbook Used: No
• Would Take Again: N/A
• Attendance: Mandatory

Comment:

She's the best. She made spanish class as fun as possible and was a very good teacher. Tests are super easy.

Rating # 13

Overview:

• Course: SPANISH231
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.5
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

• For Credit: Yes
• Textbook Used: Yes
• Would Take Again: N/A
• Attendance: Mandatory

Comment:

Tati is a phenomenal professor. I would take her class again if I could just because I love her! However, participation is important and she's a very difficult grader. I had taken four years in high school, and I got an A- even after previously knowing every grammar concept. Study hard, know spelling, and know where to put accents!

Rating # 14

Overview:

• Course: 231
• Grade Received: B-
• Overall Rating: 4.5
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

• For Credit: Yes
• Textbook Used: Yes
• Would Take Again: N/A
• Attendance: Mandatory

Comment:

Tati is an absolutely awesome professor! She made me go from hating Spanish to actually enjoying it. She is a very strict grader, and as someone who struggles with Spanish I found this course very difficult to do well in. However, I still believe it was worth it to take the class with Tati because she is a wonderful teacher.

Rating # 15

Overview:

• Course: SPANISH280
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 1.0

• For Credit: N/A
• Textbook Used: No
• Would Take Again: N/A
• Attendance: Mandatory

Comment:

Tati is the most enthusiastic professor I've ever had at Michigan. She LOVES what she teaches, and knows your name by the second day of class, if not the first. I gained a lot more cultural understanding and language fluency by just having conversations in class. Note: she is very disorganized so it's easy to forget assignments... keep on CTools.

Rating # 16

Overview:

• Course: SPANISH103
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

• For Credit: N/A
• Textbook Used: Yes
• Would Take Again: N/A
• Attendance: N/A

Comment:

One of the best teachers I have had at Michigan. She makes the class fun and I learned a lot!

Rating # 17

Overview:

• Course: SPANISH280
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

• For Credit: N/A
• Textbook Used: Yes
• Would Take Again: N/A
• Attendance: Mandatory

Comment:

Tati is awesome. Her energy and positive attitude make coming to class enjoyable. If you have the chance, take a class with her.

Rating # 18

Overview:

• Course: SPAN231
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 1.0

• For Credit: N/A
• Textbook Used: Yes
• Would Take Again: N/A
• Attendance: N/A

Comment:

TATI IS THE BEST! Loves and cares about her student, very easy grader, and very easy class. If you're going to take Spanish 231, take it with Tati.

Rating # 19

Overview:

• Course: SPAN231
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

• For Credit: N/A
• Textbook Used: Yes
• Would Take Again: N/A
• Attendance: N/A

Comment:

I absolutely love Tati. If you can choose to have her, sign up for her class. If you just got your schedule and you have her, you are lucky. Try to sit towards the front; it's a good idea and you will enjoy the class more. She's not an easy grader on tests but it is very possible to get an A.

Rating # 20

Overview:

• Course: SPAN103
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

• For Credit: N/A
• Textbook Used: Yes
• Would Take Again: N/A
• Attendance: N/A

Comment:

Tati is the best! She is really fun and animated which makes taking Spanish a lot more fun. She tries really hard to get to know all of her students personally. A bit of a strict grader, but wonderful at teaching. Definitely take her if you plan to minor/major in Spanish