Reviews for Level 2: The Past Tense and Other Topics

Ratna
star 5.0
2020-05-28
It was my first online course with Berges and I enjoyed it. I was able to learn the syllabus comfortably with good class engagement.
Zomorah
star 5.0
2020-05-19
I learned a lot from this course. My Spanish improved significantly, and I would like to take it another course once in-person classes are available. Overall, this was a great experience.
Anonymous
star 5.0
2020-05-19
Great course, smooth flow with enough time to focus on each part. You really learn a lot!
Kevin Brock
star 5.0
2020-05-15
This course was a pretty big step up from level 1, both in terms of difficulty and usefulness. It was also a lot of material, some of which I'm guessing will be reinforced in level 3, but as in level 1, Alejandro did a great job breaking everything down and making the concepts fun and easy to learn. A big thanks as well for keeping things rolling transitioning to online classes.
Patrick Trappe
star 5.0
2020-05-02
Excellent combination of learning and fun. Helpful that our instructor has a great personality.
Jacqueline Horn
star 5.0
2020-04-24
The course was great. Small class size meant we got a lot of one-on-one time. Learned a lot and have already signed up for Level 3.
Khya
star 5.0
2020-04-01
I enjoyed it very much. I like the personal class setting. I learned alot. They teach the basics but you still have to put in the study time. I would recomemd it to others.
Selena Anzures
star 5.0
2020-03-28
The pacing of the course and the amount of work each week was just right. We covered the whole book within the course duration and I felt thoroughly prepared for the exam. Julia is always patient with us and you can tell she genuinely cares to make sure we are all on the same page before continuing.
Charles Fletcher
star 5.0
2020-03-28
The class and in particular, the teacher were very clear and specific on the tasks to master at this level. Karen did a great job of making sure the class focused on the correct topics as we went through volume 2
Kerstin
star 5.0
2020-03-27
I like it how the course was constructed. It gave the opportunity to speak and to learn new grammer. The exercises in the book helped to practice the new subjects.
Thomas
star 5.0
2020-03-26
I enjoyed Julia's method of teaching. Great class!
Anonymous
star 5.0
2020-03-26
I really enjoyed my class. The instructor was funny, and had great examples to help support different points. It was more casual and friendly, which made it a good environment to learn.
Richika
star 5.0
2020-03-26
The course is great and good practice from the homework.
carrie
star 5.0
2020-03-24
I have taken Spanish with 3 different continuing ed programs and this is the only one that has a plan. I feel that I make progress with conversing with others.
Anonymous
star 4.0
2020-03-12
The course was excellent, Rolando is engaging; funny but always focused on the learning. The workbook is a good foundation for learning and the classwork makes it come alive.
MiMi
star 5.0
2020-03-09
Although Level II teaches simple or perfect past tense, past tense reflexive verbs and gerunds, it also introduces many concepts and idioms, such as demonstratives, numbers, dates, weather and time. In other words, it is chock full of the fundamentals.
Anamarija
star 5.0
2020-03-04
Great professors, great learning method, lot's of homework & practice! Love it!
Maureen O'Neill
star 5.0
2020-03-04
This is my second class and both were terrific. The amount of material and the presentation is excellent.
Lisa
star 5.0
2020-02-28
Excellent course. Very well taught.
John Ratnaswamy
star 5.0
2020-02-28
The Spanish 2 course was excellent.
Candace
star 5.0
2020-02-28
This course was really concrete and I feel like I learned a lot and I had fun.
Donna Astiz
star 5.0
2020-02-28
Good content. Rolando was informative while be entertaining as well. I wish there were some online resources that were available for us to do verbal drills - answering questions, changing tenses, etc.
sarika chadha
star 5.0
2020-02-14
My teacher was Juan Carlos.. And I loved the experience. I am planning to join Level 3 very soon.
Marian Toy
star 5.0
2020-01-31
The presentation of the material is a logical unfolding, a solid method of learning Spanish--and with (mucho) studying in between classes, it can be learned! Rolando could not be better at or more patient in breaking down concepts and explaining how the language "works." He does it with exceptionally good cheer.
Anonymous
star 5.0
2020-01-31
Highlight of my week!!
Anonymous
star 5.0
2020-01-24
I liked that it was a mix of conversation and grammar. Everything was very relatable to learning the language quickly.
Elisa Brewi
star 5.0
2019-12-27
The course was comprehensive, interesting and challenging. It was perfect for my skill level.
Kim
star 5.0
2019-12-22
I felt like I learned a lot in a short period of time and Nicolas was fantastic! Class was always fun and it always felt like the time flew by. Would definitely take another course if I wasn't relocating out of the country.
Christie
star 5.0
2019-12-19
A lot of new information to learn. But Nicolas’s class is engaging and fun. It’s a pleasure to attend his evening class even after a long week.
Sundar Rajan
star 5.0
2019-12-17
I enjoyed the class and was very helpful. I couldn't spend as much time outside of class as I would like to due to other commitments
Tracy Vendetti
star 5.0
2019-12-16
The course was excellent and I recommend Berges Institute to anyone trying to master a new language! It is a comprehensive program with the flexibility that fits into my busy schedule. Thank you for being so professional. If I had questions, Victor responded immediately. I appreciated the emails, the reminders, helpful hints, and notification of classroom location change. Nicholas is a great teacher!
Anonymous
star 5.0
2019-12-14
The class was engaging, and there was lots of time for conversation and learning new vocabulary in addition to learning the lesson for that week
Danielle
star 5.0
2019-12-13
Level two taught how to utilize past tense verbs. The lessons are laid out in a clear and easy to follow manner which is understandable to all.
Gillian Casey
star 5.0
2019-12-12
This course was a wonderful way to take your beginning learnings and truly build off them to be able to better understand and speak Spanish. Juan Carlos was a patient, thoughtful teacher who made sure to tailor class lessons so they resonate with students. A great way to boost your Level 1 insights!
Ursula Domanski
star 5.0
2019-11-15
Loved the class. Andres is a great teacher.
Teresa Querciagrossa
star 5.0
2019-11-15
Oscar always greeting students warmly as they entered and seemed available to help if needed.
Teresa Querciagrossa
star 5.0
2019-11-15
The instructor was very patient and thorough. The level 2 book is much better than Level 1 (found the graphics cheesy). I enjoyed this class a lot!
Tejal
star 5.0
2019-11-11
The course was well organized.
Anonymous
star 4.0
2019-11-08
I liked the class, but stopped going early on because the time was simply too late (8:30 - 10pm). Nicolas was great. One thing that made me also not want to continue was the amount of time spent reviewing homework. It would take up ~half the class at times.
Anonymous
star 5.0
2019-11-07
Very informative and thorough teacher, and class overall. I loved Karen and the energy she brought to class every week - she created a comfortable and fun environment where I wasn't afraid to make mistakes. Most importantly, I definitely feel like I made process through this class and feel more comfortable speaking than I did prior. Thank you!!!
Mary
star 5.0
2019-11-05
The material is challenging. The instructor encourages questions and provides answer that assisted me in learning the language. There is so much to learn and I enjoy the challenge.
Anonymous
star 5.0
2019-10-30
The curriculum is well organized and kept us advancing through the structures of the language while simultaneously introducing vocabulary by themes. Our instructor was excellent, helping us all to understand the structures and at the same time encouraging participation by all.
Anonymous
star 5.0
2019-10-30
The courses at the Berges Institute are very well structured and the course load is perfect for working people. I’ve noticed my Spanish skills drastically improve in just a few months. I am very happy with my classes at the Berges Institute.
Anonymous
star 5.0
2019-10-21
It was a good course overall. I like how engaging and interactive the teacher was.
Mark Rosen
star 5.0
2019-10-21
Just what I needed. Now I finally have a 'past!'
Jaime
star 5.0
2019-10-12
As an undergraduate, I had a minor in French. I took four years of university French language and conversation. With the exception of those classes being Monday through Friday, there was nothing about them that excelled in anyway over my experience at the Berges Institute. My instructor was exceptionally well informed, a talented instructor and most importantly very personable and funny. I cannot recommend him enough.
Carol Lilienfeld
star 4.0
2019-10-10
course was good. Much opportunity to participate and speak.
Caroline D.
star 4.0
2019-10-02
I enjoyed Rolando’s teaching style and had a great time in the class - so much so that now I’m continuing with Spanish 3! The students and the teacher were excited to learn and fun to be around. However, I would have appreciated more opportunity to speak in Spanish with other students in order to practice conversational skills.
Shameed Karim
star 5.0
2019-10-02
The course was very intuitive and interesting. It helped me apply the language in every day use and the instructor was very helpful, knowledgeable and easy to communicate with.
Sarah
star 5.0
2019-09-30
I really enjoyed the class. The instructor was energetic and engaging, and seemed to really care about students' understanding. I enjoyed how the class time was spent mostly practicing our Spanish and less about book work or instruction. I feel like my Spanish improved significantly from this class.