She's a great and fun teacher! She makes Spanish fun!

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Very good teacher if you want to really learn spanish!

Look, if you do your work you'll do fine. You also need a sense of humor about yourself. She does give a lot of HW but at least it pertains to what you're learning and your tests. No busy work. Hey i got an A in 102, no prob.

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great teacher if you want to learn spanish

I learned more about Spanish in one month in her class than 3 years in high school. she sometimes can seem mean, especially on the first day. also, she likes to spring oral presentations on you at the end of the semester.

you have to work hard. tests are hard, she moves fast, and dont chew gum

She is a great teacher!You learn a LOT from her class.I took her 3 semesters and learned more about the spanish then i did in 8 yrs.She does give lots of hmwk,do all parts of it.Remember to study the maps very well.Great class,don't expect a free ride.

A lot of homework, dont chew gum, she tries to scare you off the first day. Just try and get on her good side! A lot of work but its all relevant to your tests...learned a lot in this class! and study your dayam maps

excellent professor! if you want 2 learn spanish fast, take her. she doesn't waste time.

I had her for 2nd and 3rd levels. She is awesome, but it is a lot of work.

Yes she is intimidating the first day, yes it will pass once you have gotten to know her. She is an excelent teacher. The best I've had! Just do what she asks for and there will be no problem. Lots of work, its worth it. Only take this class if you are serious about learning spanish.

She is an interesting person and she makes class enjoyable. It was a hard class; she gives a lot of work to practice Spanish on, but hey- it's how you learn any language.

Don't pay attention to the bad reviews, the class is a challenge, but not nearly as bad as others say it is. Virginia is amazing! Possibly the best spanish teacher I've ever had, she knows what she's talking about and ties in span culture as well. Show her respect and she'll do the same. Take it!

Virginia is an experience you should not miss. Her passion for her work is clearly evident. Just enjoy yourself as much as you can by participating fully and contributing to the feeling of a 'team'. Hard to believe nobody gives her a Hottie rating. I think she deserves a very high 'Hot' rating. 'Made it hard to hear what she was saying sometimes.

¡Profesor Naters es grande! Su clase es diversión y el interesar. Ella es muy agradable y hermosa. Usted aprenderá el mucho en su clase. Pero no haga su enojado, apenas hacen lo que ella le dice hacer.

She's amazing.

Virginia is absolutely wonderful. Dont pay attention to bad reviews... if you dont want to do the work, dont take the class.... If you do whats asked youll do fine. She does not have exams... only in class activities she monitors your progress with... she is helpful, pleasant, and wise. Anyone who has really listened will come out better than they entered, I guarantee it!

she's a cool professor. she likes to teach the class the way that it is meant to be. she goes by word by word. cracking jokes talking about her clans. and how she grew up hating things. she's not a guy basher. the thing is if she offers to let you get out of class early there is something up her sleeve. usually she give extra credit points for no reason at all just because you stay. just remember no CHICLE! anyways she's there when you need her help. and if you send her an email she'll also give you e.c.

I think she is a good teacher, mostly because she knows what she is talking about, she is spanish, not some engish person trying to past as. I can understand why peps don't like her, but her class is challenging and I love the way she presents the material, it's not for everyone I guess!

Difficult class at times. Quite a bit of homework. Ms. Naters can be hard sometimes, but she has a good sense of humor and overall, keeps the class interesting.

She is such a good teacher. She may seem intimidating at first but after a week she calms down. She teaches Spanish the way that it should be and you actually remember what you are taught(unlike other classes). I really recommend taking her, she is such a great lady and I'm planning on taking her for my third course in Spanish.

geez guys this is just another class very eager to help other learn spanish.try moya for your first class of spanish.then you'll regret it also. just be responsible and study and stop ragging on a teacher that cares! thank you. and thank the teacher! thats cares for you! besides its college not high school no more! more responsibitly and more work.

Ms. Naters is a nice teacher! u'll learn a lot from her class, but u have to work hard as well. Be prepared for each class and show up regularly, u'll get at least a B.

This class is not for the lazy, laid-back, or lost. If you want to learn the Spanish language as well as culture, traditions, and some literature of great Latino writers, and are willing to work creatively, then this is the class for you. This teacher has passion and is very knowledgable and well travelled. You will definitely get what you invest!!

don't miss class, pay attention, find a helpful partner and become friends with them.. it'll help a lot throughout the semester. as for homework, just do it; study for the quizzes and tests, and follow her examples for projects. she's not the easiest professor in the world, but you'll learn the material well.

Profesora Naters is the best spanish professor at Miramar. Yes, she is difficult, but if you read the material she assigns, do your homework every day and pay attention, you will pass. She is intense, but she is the only one that has actually gotten me to learn and speak the language. She won't give up on you if you don't give up on her. I recommen

Great teacher. She's a hardworker and expects her students to be the same, which if you're serious about college, you should be. If you're here to learn, then you will have no problem. It's important to follow directions. I've learned more than Spanish from this class. Work for your grade and be consistent.

Prof. Naters is a great professor. She has high expectations of her students and wants you to succeed. Yes it is true there is a lot of work and a lot of studying involved. Don't fall behind or you will fail. Stay on top of the assignments and the vocab and you should do fine.

Yes, she is hard and makes you learn and pushes you but thats what makes her great. And I will be taking her for the rest of my spanish classes. (Hint: she gets easier after some students have dropped, like cutting the fat)

I had so much fun in her class. I'd have to agree that it requires TONS of work,but that's just how you learn a language. She'd sometimes bring us coffee,bread,churros. She'd make you want to go to Mexico.But its important that you do every single thing that she asks you to do bec. you'll never know if it's for extracredit.She's awesome.

Everyone who has said she's the worst is either lazy or just flat out doesn't listen to the teacher. She gets along with whoever follows her rules. It is a lot of work, but you need to do it all to fully understand the language. Do the work, listen, and respect her and you'll be fine.

I had Professor Naters for both Spanish 2 and 3 and she is great! I learned so much! She expects a lot out of her students which is how it should be because these classes are worth 5 credits each! Make sure you respond when she emails you and also stay after to go over the tests. It will be worth your while. I agree that she is the best Span prof!

She is great... I loved her. I really feel that I learned preterit a lot better. She was very helpful. But study maps and vocab. Always stay after class if it is offered. Even if you don't get extra credit for it, it will still be benefecial. She does give a lot of homework, make shure you always give the reasons for por vs. para and ser vs. estar.

DONT take this class if you are looking to get an easy grade. She's hardcore, a ****, and damm proud of it. If you really wana learn spanish she will be an amazing teacher who will be able to REALLY teach you about the language.She's very blunt, and will tell you to drop her class if you have too much going on, if you do, dont take her!

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I loved her, took her for 101, 102 & planning 201 soon. There is a lot homework but it takes 10 minutes to do. Final was a simple project for both classes. Quizzes like crazy* I took her in summer but its mostly with a group. Tests are easy because they always have the last section. Stay after class when given the option= extra credit. Study 4 an A

She wears long black boots to class everyday and talks to her studentd all the time.

She wears black boots to class everyday and she talksto her students.

I am laughing at all of these crybabies. This is college people! If you want a good grade you have to earn it. She is a great instructor. I recommend her to anyone who really wants to learn spanish and who is not lazy!

Excellent teacher, clear explanations and plenty of opportunity to practice the new concepts learned. Deffinitely not for the lazy, or medicre student. It is very difficult to pack 2 years of high school spanish in 6 weeks of summer class, so the class is very challenging, lots of work and you will need to study hard at home.

Yowza! She is great and very nice to look at as well. It makes concentrating a challenge at times.

She isn't a teacher that lets you pass with an A or a B easily, but if you work hard, you can earn your grade. She's very helpful and I think shes a great teacher. I would only recommend the summer course to people who are actually dedicated to learning spanish. Overall, her class is fun and filled with good experiences.

I was very scared to take her due to all the comments on this page but I took her anyways because she was the only teacher teaching over the summer during the day. It was a 6 week course and was very hard but if you show up to class, do your homework the way she wants and study, you will pass the class. Most people in our class got B's and A's.

I took spn 101 & 102 both during summer sessions, this is not an easy class at all, but if you put your time and effort and actually want to learn Spanish, then you can snag an A easily. She's really straight forward of what she expects, its not an easy A but its a fun class!

This teacher is not easy as all the other raters have commented. However, her teaching is SUPER! Her instruction is crystal clear, homework is relevant and helpful, her insight in language learning is deep. If you want to really learn Spanish, this is the teacher!

She's phenomenal! You learn about: aspects of Hispanic culture, literature, food, different countries, while she incorporates the grammar. To do well in this class: have homework turned in BEFORE class starts, be on time, DON'T WAIT UNTIL THE LAST MINUTE TO DO LIBRETA ASSIGNMENTS, have your own stapler, study for the tests, and be respectful!

Professor Naters is an amazing woman. She really helped me to be comfortable in speaking Spanish in public. And the cultural aspect of this class is so rewarding! I love professor Naters! And for all those people who rated her badly...it is totally not her fault. If you know how to pay attention and love the material, this is the class for you!

Profe Naters is awesome. I really really enjoyed taking her class. There were a lot of people who dropped the course because they could not handle her outgoing character or the "work load". Come on now, this is college. She is passionate and very caring. Definitely recommend her. She's definitely my favorite professor at Miramar!

Profe Naters is a fantastic teacher. She tells you exactly what she expects of you. If you're looking for a breeze course, though, this is not for you. You have to work hard and earn a good grade. Most work is done in groups. It's a lot of work, but very rewarding.

If you truly want to learn Spanish, she is by far the best professor I have had. She is a very unique individual and incredibly intelligent. Like any inteligent and caring professor who has any enthusiam for teaching will not simply hand you a grade, but make you earn it. Act like adults.

Very picky and so clear about how she wants things done that sometimes its confusing. As long as you try hard and turn everything in seriousness then she will pass you. She can be hard on you but thats her personailty. She is super sweet and lets yo uhave parties and group tests. Got C's and B's on the tests with one A. And got an A in the class.

Professor Naters is an alright teacher. I say this not due to the work load, of which there is quite a bit, but because of her attitude toward questions. Although she is very clear about what she expects she does not really answer questions the students pose to her and makes you feel quite dumb for asking. She is a nice lady, though.

If you are looking for an easy A for your foreign language requirement don't take her. But if you are serious about learning Spanish she is the best. There is a ton of homework but it helps you learn fast. A large part of the class is culture but it was interesting. if you are a serious student and just talk to her she will be more flexible.

Naters is a great teacher! the workload is alot but its expected from a 5 credit class! she makes things clear to avoid crazy questions! as long as you pay attention and read well the class should be a breeze! her method of teaching is a little diff but a very good method none the less! great class great teacher! you just have to do the work!

She is fair and square. She is very clear in what she expect out of students. Her class is for those who is determined to do homework. You cannot wing it. At the end, you realize how much you learned. Best teacher I have had in language courses.

There's homework daily. Almost everything is group work. Tests count for majority of your grade. No phone zone (don't take it lightly). She does not like and will not take excuses. If you get butthurt easily, do not take this class. You'll learn a lot and she's a cool professor, but it's up to your attitude. Don't be rude and/or negative.

At first I found her rude and condescending but I grew to love and enjoy her. There is a lot of HW, projects & easy papers but I will be taking her again for 102. You learn a lot, both spanish culture and language. If you're looking for an easy A, DO NOT TAKE HER. Listen to instructions and youll be okay. Rely on classmates for answers to questions

I took a summer session with Prof. Naters at Miramar College. She is professional and highly competent. Yes, there is homework. If you are taking Spanish language classes because you "have to", don't take this class. If you want to actually learn Spanish and are ready to actually put in the work it takes to learn a new language - take her class.

For those who say "Spanish is supposed to be easy" Hiw fun do you think it is to take a language class with lazy idiots who refuse to study? Grow up!

I took this class during summer and I have never worked so hard in a class in my whole life. Her teaching style is not for everyone, and if you are shy, I don't advise taking this class because EVERYTHING is done in groups. Yes this class is difficult, but I learned SO much and made amazing friends in the process.

This class was not boring like my previous spanish class and that is what made me stick around to see this class through. She does emphasize on culture which was interesting. Downside, there was TONS of homework, even when preparing for the final. The tests were easy, just study and DO the homework. Don't take if you are full time. READ THE BOOKS!

I took the 8-week summer course and was blown away by the amount of homework. She was understanding but fair when I had life events come up and I missed two exams and a lot of homework. Her class felt like a Mexican culture class with Spanish thrown in. Do not take her class if you have thin skin or think you can complain your way out of working.

Loving and caring teacher. Yes, she is strict but is truly teaching a very culturally heavy and unique class that you will get as much out of as you put in. Taking Spanish only for the Gen Ed requirements? find another teacher for an "easy A". Looking to actually advance your grammar, cultural understanding and etiquette, the work will pay off.

One of the toughest professors at Miramar, which is what makes her a great teacher. While other professors might allow their students to do mediocre work, prof. Naters high, rigid expectations create the environment necessary for efficient learning to happen. As long as you approach the class with an open, humble mindset, you will pass.

I took Spanish 101 and 102 with Profe Naters. Here's the thing: you're here to learn Spanish. This isn't your basic entry level class that you're just taking for a few extra credits, it's real work. That being said, I have never learned so much Spanish in such a short amount of time. I can read it, speak it and understand it without hesitation.

I was thinking of Professor Naters and looked her up on Google. I took her class for Spanish 1 & 2 in 1998 & 1999 when she was at Grossmont. She was amazing. She scares it out of you, weeding out the slackers, and then is the best teacher by week 3. I still say Mala Suerte 20 plus years later. She does not take lip. No native speaker.

I actually really liked her. There were quite a few students that were former military (mostly USMC), and we all feared and respected her. I prefer instructors that push and demand the best from you; who doesn't accept excuses. I tried to get away with doing less than my best a few times, and she was not for it. I appreciated that tremendously.