Professor Falbo is an excellent instructor. She takes attendance within the first five minutes of class, as participation is a component of your grade. It's important to note that participation in this context primarily means attending class, rather than necessarily raising your hand to speak. The course assignments include a few essays, which come with clear instructions and are never longer than one page, double-spaced. The textbook and Professor Falbo's slides greatly facilitate the essay-writing process. To succeed in this class and earn an A, regular attendance and completion of simple, short online assignments are key. All our quizzes and exams were held online. Overall, I found Maria to be exceptionally kind and understanding. Take Italian 1 with Maria!!

Highly recommend; a great professor, very welcoming and engaging!