Chen Laoshi is amazing! You can tell she cares a lot about her students and always comes to class with a smile on her face and an impressive amount of energy. Only had 3 tests during the quarter (and final project in addition to final exam), homework was easy, and she almost always accepted late work. Overall great class and phenomenal professor.

Chen laoshi is such a kind professor. She calls her students her "children". She is extremely energetic and hard working. You will get your grades back quickly. Sometimes, she moves a little too quickly, but she's always ready for feedback. Definitely go to her office hours and the events she plans. She also gives you reliable study guides!!!

I LOVE Chen Laoshi!! Regardless of whether you have any experience with the language, she'll meet you where you're at and answer any questions you have. I self-studied a bit before the class and found the order in which we were learning things a little odd in the beginning, but outside of my pickiness, I've really enjoyed the class :)

The sweetest, most respectful, and most accommodating professor I've had at this school! She deeply cares for her students and knows how to teach them in ways that make the material really stick in your mind. Textbook is necessary, but she'll give you copies of the hw worksheets. Frequent tests and homework. Teaches the entire 1-3NH sequence!

Very nice and understanding! Creates a comfortable environment that encourages students to speak Chinese without being afraid of getting embarassed. For 1NH, you definitely need to get the textbook (ok if used) and student activities manual (should get new because it's hw). You can save $ by not getting the character book b/c she gives out copies.

GREAT teacher. Obviously you have to go to class everyday or you will do poorly. She gives out study guides for tests and tells you what will be on quizzes. Very supportive and easy to go to for help. There is homework and some group projects. Overall, great language class because Chen Laoshi is there to help you. If you try, you will do well.