I wanted to write a review before the beginning of the Spring semester since there were none. I haven't completed the course yet, but I felt I should add my opinion so that students can see it before starting in January, Unless you enjoy a lot of reading, memorizing details, and speaking in a small group, don't take this class. It just isn't worth it. Shilpa is a wonderful woman, but the exams are awful and this class just isn't interesting. Take something that seems a little more....meaningful.