Mariko Henstock - Boston University, Boston, MA

Professor: Mariko Henstock

Department: Languages

College: Boston University, Boston, MA

Rating # 1

Overview:

• Course: LJ212
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

One of the best professors I've had at BU. Made the subject enjoyable, and gave out enough work to master the language without making it feel like busywork. She gives extensive comments and corrections on assignments, but isn't a harsh grader and gives opportunities for you to learn from your mistakes. I would highly recommend her for LJ212.

Rating # 2

Overview:

• Course: LJ111
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

She is an amazing lecturer. She tries her best to trigger students' interest and really care for her students. Not a difficult class but you get homework everyday.

Rating # 3

Overview:

• Course: LJ211
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

The most amazing Japanese professor I have ever had at BU. Truly care about her students and is very passionate about teaching and communicating with students. I would definitely take her classes again if I could.

Rating # 4

Overview:

• Course: LJ441
• Grade Received: B+
• Overall Rating: 3.5
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

It's a good class but the exams are kind of hard!

Rating # 5

Overview:

• Course: LJ111
• Grade Received: C+
• Overall Rating: 3.5
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

I loved this class. It's hard, but a lot of fun. Highly recommend.

Rating # 6

Overview:

• Course: LJ303
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.5
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

Very nice lady. Really cares about students. Is good at explaining the subtle difference between similar grammars. Will answer your questions almost any time, though she is pretty busy with all the departmental work and Japanese-related events. If you put in efforts, taking LJ303 with her will be a rewarding experience.

Rating # 7

Overview:

• Course: LJ441
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

She is a very funny and helpful person! Probably the most approachable professor at BU! However, you actually need to put some effort to get an A in her class!

Rating # 8

Overview:

• Course: LJ211
• Grade Received: B+
• Overall Rating: 4.5
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Great teacher. Really cares about her students and passionate about Japanese.

Rating # 9

Overview:

• Course: LJ303
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

So cheerful all the time and really wants to get students involved with Japanese outside of the classroom (always recommends events, sometimes in ways that incorporate the material we're learning). Incredibly sympathetic to situational difficulties too. *disclaimer* Class (LJ303)is NOT easy - get ready to study for the practically-daily quizzes!

Rating # 10

Overview:

• Course: LJ303
• 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:

Very nice lady. She is more liberal in her way of presenting the material as opposed to the usual textbook & exercise approach. She is very engaging and actively encourages students to participate. Tests are fair, and very manageable, but short, so study hard and be very pedantic to avoid losing points. Really cares about you learning Japanese.

Rating # 11

Overview:

• Course: LJC
• 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:

Great professor who obviously cares that you learn the materials right. She tries to make sure you have fun in class as well. The fieldtrips were a definite plus. Workload is pretty heavy but it is expected from 5th level Japanese class.

Rating # 12

Overview:

• Course: LJ303
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 3.5
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

Third year Japanese is no cakewalk indeed. You have to put a lot of work into this class; there are quizzes almost every class, regular chapter tests, homeworks, and a couple of compositions. However, as a teacher, Henstock is very understanding and accommodating. The work is there to make us learn, and in the end it helps. Recommended.

Rating # 13

Overview:

• Course: LJ303
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

Henstock sensei is really sweet and very enthusiastic. However, the class is tough and there is a lot of material to be learned so be prepared to work.

Rating # 14

Overview:

• Course: LJ303
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 2.5
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Itoh-sensei is a good Japanese professor. She is definitely enthusiastic about her job, but she has very high standards and grades pretty hard. Take her LJ281 class if you can, it's very fun. But, if you are looking for a less-stressful 3rd year Japanese class, try another professor.

Rating # 15

Overview:

• Course: LJ304
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 1.0
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

She can be such a jerk. she is by far the worst teacher i have ever had!

Rating # 16

Overview:

• Course: LJ303
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 1.0

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

Comment:

Her lively personality will keep you awake during class no matter how tired you may be. She's great at explaining concepts and is flexible to students needs. She's VERY understanding and probably one of the kindest prof's I've encountered. Highly recommend taking her class!

Rating # 17

Overview:

• Course: LJ303
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Professor Henstock is great. She won't pamper you, but if you do the work and push yourself, she's on your side. I took 3rd yr Japanese from her, and she is a really tough grader, and can sometimes move a little too fast. Extremely nice and fair...never boring. I highly recommend her.

Rating # 18

Overview:

• Course: LJ304
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Brilliant, Brilliant, Brilliant. Always comes to class prepared to teach, and knows how to get her material across to students. Very caring and willing to make schedule changes (quizzes, papers, etc) based on what students need.

Rating # 19

Overview:

• Course: LJ212
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

I had Professor Henstock for LJ211 and LJ212; she is by the far the best Japanese professor I've had at BU! she's really nice, friendly, and explains the material in clear and interesting ways. :)

Rating # 20

Overview:

• Course: JPNS
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Awesome teacher. Best language teacher I ever had.