2.6

Alta Carroll

Communication - Worcester State University

2.6
Quality
3.8
Difficulty
19%
Would Retake
147
Reviews
2.6
Quality
3.8
Difficulty
2.6
Helpful
2.6
Clarity

19%

Would Retake

147

Reviews

Rating Distribution
Official

5

49

4

9

3

3

2

7

1

79

What Students Say

Lacks everything a proper instructor should have

CM350 - 1.0 rating

It baffles me that she has a legitimate job here

CM350 - 1.0 rating
Class Info

Online Classes

100%

Attendance Mandatory

94%

Textbook Required

4%

Grade Predictor

Your expected effort level

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Predicted Grade

C+

95% confidence
Based on 61 grades
Most common grades:
Drop/Withdrawal (13)
B (8)
D (8)
Grade Distribution
A(5)B(8)C(12)D(33)F(3)A-/B+(13)
Based on 88 reported grades
Drop/Withdrawal: 13
B: 8
D: 8
A-: 7
Common Tags
Beware of pop quizzes (40)
Skip class? You won't pass. (37)
Test heavy (36)
So many papers (27)
Lecture heavy (17)
Lots of homework (15)
Participation matters (12)
Clear grading criteria (12)
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Ratings by Course

ALOT

5.0

(1)

MEDIACRIT

5.0

(4)

CMSECT

5.0

(1)

ICC350

5.0

(1)

COMM3842

5.0

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Difficulty by Course

COMM3832

5.0

CM435

5.0

CM213

4.7

COMM3501

4.7

CM384

4.4

Reviews (147)
5.0
3.0
CM213
Apr 21, 2004

A delightful change from the white-male bashing in most Women's Studies classes, in her Gender and Media class, she shows us that feminism is for everyone, we are free to form our own identities, and we can really change the world, one smile at a time.

5.0
4.0
CM350
Apr 21, 2004

This is a great course! There is no question too difficult for this professor to answer. She never makes you feel like your opinion is wrong and has a very friendly, helpful teaching style. I highly recommend her and will take some more courses with her.

4.0
3.0
CM350
Nov 15, 2004

Focuses on group work. Quiz every other week or so. Big paper due at the end of the semester. She doesn't lecture and tries to make the teachings interesting.

5.0
4.0
CM350
Nov 19, 2004

All student ideas & opinions are heard and respected. Emphasis on group work, class participation with discussions. Relates course material to students and makes it fun. Grades fairly, very nice person, very qualified to teach the subject matter. Take a class with her!

2.0
3.0
CMWHATEVERITWAS
Dec 23, 2004

No Comments

3.0
3.0
CM350
Apr 11, 2005

She's kinda out there, but the nicest lady ever.

5.0
4.0
INTERCULTURAL
May 26, 2005

Awesome professor, awesome class. If you don't do well in this class, it's your own fault.

5.0
4.0
CM350
May 27, 2005

Definitely a different way of teaching. Not your usual lecture format, but an interactive one that kept the class interested. Extremely supportive outside of class.

5.0
2.0
CM213
Jun 3, 2005

I learned so much in this class and had fun at the same time. The teacher encourages students to be open and honest for a thoughful discussion that makes time fly!

5.0
1.0
ALOT
Jun 7, 2005

By far one of the top 3 professors at the school. If you didn't get an A or a B you probably are mentally ill.

4.0
2.0
INTERCULTURAL
Sep 3, 2005

The best part of this class was the class groups (SMOKING REVOLVERS!!) and group work. Different method of teaching, not to my liking, but to others. Syllubus is organized, but classroom time does not seem to be as much. Fair at grading.

4.0
3.0
COMMUNICATIONS
Oct 26, 2005

No Comments

4.0
3.0
INTERCULTERAL
Grade: A+
Nov 3, 2005

shes fun

3.0
5.0
INTERCULTURAL
Dec 19, 2005

No Comments

1.0
4.0
INTERCULTURAL
Jan 23, 2006

No Comments

4.0
2.0
INTERCULTURAL
May 17, 2006

Very nice and energetic. She lets the class decide how she will grade for the term. There are a lot of quizzes but pretty easy, everything is done in groups which I liked. Topics are somewhat boring, but I did pretty good which I didnt expect, it seems really hard at first but at the end you realize it wasnt that bad.

5.0
3.0
CM384
Aug 27, 2006

Her media crit class rocks!

5.0
3.0
COMM350
Apr 23, 2007

Strange teaching methods, but they seem to work!

5.0
2.0
MEDIACRIT
Apr 23, 2007

Knows her stuff!

5.0
1.0
CMSECT
Apr 30, 2007

ive taken several classes with her and she is a smarty. I love her to death and is soooo nice. Willing to do anything for you and can be talked into things if she likes you lol. I will miss her when I grad :-[

4.0
2.0
CM370
Oct 25, 2007

Easy to contact professor. Barely any quizzes but when we did have them, they reminded me of the SATs. All group projects and she didn't lecture anything. Easy class but didn't learn anything.

5.0
1.0
CM370
Dec 11, 2007

Awesome Teacher and is a practical teacher who is very helpful both in and out of class!! Definately a class I would recommend to anyone

2.0
1.0
COMM0001
Dec 16, 2007

this is by far the worst professor you will ever meet! she is never clear about anything and when she tells you to do something straight from the book, thats not what she means. she wants you to do exactly what is in HER head, not what the book wants. Don't bother, its not worth your time or your effort. Plain and simple, DONT BOTHER!

5.0
4.0
COMM3501
Jan 15, 2008

Great class. Loved the learning style. I was nervous to take the class fearing that I would be lost because I'm not a CM major but you proved me wrong! I'll recommend you to others.

5.0
4.0
COMM100
Jan 17, 2008

This class was great! The online activities were difficult, but flexible. We "created" a great online community and got to "know" each other online! I'd recommend this class to anyone who needs an online class!

2.0
4.0
ONLINC100
Feb 16, 2008

useless teacher! Never replys to email jst hope u understand everything she DOESNT explain. Tests are like the SATs basically takes 50 questions from every 15 pgs. Unnecessary. Very rude when she does reply to emails and never answers question. Promised final exam date out by 2nd week. 5th week now still not out. Hasnt answered any1 email in 1 week

1.0
4.0
CM350
Mar 19, 2008

She's an extremely rude and unhelpful teacher.

5.0
4.0
CM384
Apr 20, 2008

Awesome teacher! She's very picky about attendance, but her class is great and fun. She very available outside of class and helpful, too. I would recommend this class to anyone!

5.0
3.0
CM100
Apr 20, 2008

This was VERY confusing cuz the text & course didn't match. The bookstore ordered the wrong book! Anyway, the prof was really nice & helpful & fixed grades based on the wrong text. She redid the last half of the course & let us take quizzes on either text. BRAVO! Take her classes!

5.0
3.0
CM350
Apr 20, 2008

Great prof! Knows her stuff and is very entertaining.

5.0
4.0
ICC350
Apr 20, 2008

The frequent quizzes are excellent to keep us focused & prepared for the 2 exams. Assignments were good & grading system showed strengths across the board. She pushes collabrative work & this helps greatly. Alta is a wonderful teacher that shows passion in her work, considers her student's opinions & works to help them understand the concepts.

5.0
4.0
MEDIACRIT
Apr 21, 2008

great class and great prof. class activities helped me understant better the material. grading very good, I like being graded individually and as a group. i learned alot in this class. i like how the midterm and the final are set up. it helps ease stress of what to study and what not to study. i had a better idea of what to expect.

5.0
4.0
COMM3842
Apr 21, 2008

A very challenging course. It made me be very consistent with my studies due to the way the course was structured. Participation in class has made it easier to absorb materials and given me opportunity to clarify any concerns I had. This has been one of the most difficult but also pleasant classes I have taken at WSC. I highly recommend her!!!

2.0
2.0
CM100
Apr 21, 2008

She has never responded to a discussion board period. She rarely replies to e-mails. Her quizzes are exceptionally hard - 40 questions each and takes me on average 90 mins AND IT OPEN BOOK! overall it's an easy course - I reccomend taking her if you work hard its an easy A. Teacher just not involved with students at all.

5.0
4.0
COMM100
Apr 22, 2008

materail and tests were fare for everyone and they were good tests. dr. carroll was always quick to resopond to emails and the discussion bords were a good way to connect with other students. OVerall a good course to take. I recommend it! you can tell that the prof didn't just wing it and actually thought about how to make this work.

5.0
4.0
CM100
Apr 22, 2008

This is my first online course and I like how it is set up for ease of use. The DBs allow me to learn more and get a better grade. She also incoporates topics in the course to experiences with media in our own lives. The teacher gave good extra readings that helped abd I highly recommend her.

5.0
4.0
COMMOL
Apr 23, 2008

Awesome professor and bends over backward to be fair. Great online class. Highly recommended!

5.0
5.0
COMM3832
Apr 23, 2008

Cool, helpful, understanding professor. She will go out of her way to help you if you just ask. This is a very hard class but I've learned to look at messages in new and exciting ways. I recommend her and will try to take more classes with her.

5.0
5.0
MEDIACRIT
Apr 25, 2008

She's certainly out there; wears the craziest T shirts with funny or political messages. Kinda a mix between an aging hippie and a cool mom-type. Great teacher. Always available. Classes are fun and you really learn. Take a class with her if you can!

5.0
5.0
MEDIACRIT
Apr 25, 2008

I loved the class! The book, class discussions and activities helped me understand the course. The in-class analyses helped because I got to apply what I learned in class to real texts. The examples she used opened my eyes to things that I never realized existed. The class is taught in a refreshing manner. Group work is also a positive aspect.

1.0
1.0
COM384
Apr 8, 2010

This woman was probably once an interesting and dynamic teacher. However, at this time she is overwhelmed with personal problems which have overtaken her ability to teach AT ALL.She loses tests, can't remember which chapters she assigns, leaves the room during quizzes, frequently leaves the room several times during each class session.DO NOT TAKE

5.0
1.0
CMCM
Jul 3, 2010

She was very helpful and gave me really good advice.I really enjoyed the DB's and the quiz was not hard and as long as you wrote 3 or more DB's you can make an easy B or A

5.0
1.0
INTERN435
Sep 17, 2010

Took an internship at a local TV station & Alta was my professor & adviser. You can do your internship over the summer, get the work done, & put it in your fall semester so you don't have to pay for a summer credit. Very helpful & very clear on the requirements for the course. Do it the summer before Sr. year so your work load is light in the fall!

1.0
4.0
CM100
Nov 3, 2010

WORST PROFESSOR TO DEAL WITH HERE AT WSC. DONT RECOMMEND HER FOR ONLINE CLASSES...EVER.

3.0
3.0
CM180
Dec 6, 2010

As a person she is really nice and funny but I didn't like the class too much. Every week we had a quiz on the chapter, and the book's chapters are pretty long. In class there isn't much lecturing but you do watch advertisements, have discussions and do group projects (Mostly creating your own ads)

5.0
4.0
CM180
Dec 11, 2010

She ROCKS! She's funny and interesting. This is totally not my field as I'm a history major, but she really opened my eyes to the ad industry and we had fun analyzing and making ads. I highly recommend her. You'll love her style.

2.0
3.0
COMM100
May 14, 2012

Took an online class and I do not recommend it to anyone. Makes things very unclear and if responses are not up to her standards you will recieve very little credit. Overall, I would not recommend her for online courses.

1.0
1.0
CM180
Jan 1, 2013

She is wacked OMG you take a test every class and you only learn from the test if anything. I don't know how I got an A+ but I learned more from a 5 min clip on Youtube about a subject she was teaching. then she misses classes. She needs to go DO NOT TAKE HER CLASS she did not show up half the semester and now no credit.

1.0
3.0
INTROTOAD
Mar 18, 2013

Had her last semester. She had a bad habit of not showing up. It was cool at first, but then she started giving us exams on the material that we were supposed to cover the previous class. She is a very sweet women, but I really did not learn anything in her class because all we did was take tests and leave.

5.0
2.0
CM350
Apr 16, 2013

She must have had a hard time last term. I think she's on medical leave right now... something to do with her back or legs cuz she couldn't walk well--used crutches or a cane. So I'm really rating her from prior classes--she was terrific & I hope she comes back just like she was before: A GREAT TEACHER!

5.0
3.0
CM370
Grade: A
Nov 16, 2013

WAY COOL! and we are learning so much. She makes classes interesting with her business experience in media, too.

5.0
3.0
CM350
Nov 16, 2013

Knowledgeable, well-traveled (which makes a HUGE difference for an intercultural course). Lots of reading and attendance is super important. Fair grader!

1.0
5.0
CM350
Grade: Rather not say
Jan 14, 2015

Not recommended. Lacks everything a proper instructor should have.

4.0
4.0
CM100
Grade: B+
Jun 29, 2015

Unusual methods, but fun and fair. She's an aging hippie with lots of good ideas.

5.0
3.0
CM350
Grade: A-
Aug 24, 2015

Prof. Carroll is very casual but don't let that fool you. She expects reading and attendance, but if you do that she's kind of easy or at least fair. She is kinda off-the-wall, but she knows her stuff and is happy to help you if you go by her office for help. Take her, but be patient till you know her. She's really there for you!

2.0
3.0
CM100
Grade: Incomplete
Oct 6, 2015

when you email her she is very vague she never answers questions, i have emailed her soo many times and she doesnt respond clearly i had her for an online class and i was so lost and confused i dropped the class with a handful of other people good luck if you have to take her not the best online teacher!

4.0
2.0
CM350
Grade: A-
Dec 26, 2015

She's very casual but you learn more by teaching yourself. Gives weekly quizzes from book & exams are same exact questions from quizzes & has students pick the grading system. she does give extra credit & you'll do well if you come to class, contribute to group work and other assignments. She's also an interesting lady and pretty funny!

1.0
4.0
CM350
Nov 3, 2016
Wouldn't take again

This professor is probably the most unorganized "professional" I have had in my four years here at Worcester State. I am currently mid way thru the semester and couldn't tell you one thing I have learned in this class, which is sad because it has the potential to be very beneficial for this major. It baffles me that she has a legitimate job here.

GRADED BY FEW THINGS
1.0
2.0
CM180
Grade: A
Nov 15, 2016
Wouldn't take again

An easy A, but at the cost of your sanity. You either sit there and do nothing or work on meaningless group exercises. Gives vague instructions yet gets angry if you ask *any* questions. Expect 1 to 2 quizzes a week and 1 online discussion a month.

BEWARE OF POP QUIZZES
GROUP PROJECTS
5.0
3.0
CM350
Grade: B
Jun 15, 2017
Would take again

VERY different from the norm, but I learned a lot!

Gives good feedback
Participation matters
ACCESSIBLE OUTSIDE CLASS
5.0
3.0
CM350
Grade: B
Jun 29, 2017
Would take again

She's a bit odd, but effective. She really knows the material. The class requires good writing, but if you can handle that and you turn in all your assignments, you will do well!

Gives good feedback
Participation matters
Clear grading criteria
1.0
3.0
CM384
Grade: A-
Sep 12, 2018
Wouldn't take again

If you can skip having this professor for your whole academic career, then please do. She isn't a harsh grader, but she is harsh with comments. She is very specific when it comes to papers, so if you follow the guidelines you will do fine but they are just outrageous. The way she comments on papers is rude and she isn't organized on the syllabus.

1.0
3.0
CM350
Oct 18, 2018
Wouldn't take again

If you don't have to take her don't. She hardly teaches but expects you to know what she wants out of you. She is rude and condescending in her feedback and unhelpful if you have a question. She does not know how to operate Blackboard so finding assignments is difficult

1.0
3.0
CM180
Oct 23, 2018
Wouldn't take again

One of the worst and most confusing professors I've had here. She doesn't teach anything but expects you to know the material even though it's never discussed in class. No homework, pop quizzes, and takes attendance religiously.

BEWARE OF POP QUIZZES
GRADED BY FEW THINGS
GROUP PROJECTS
1.0
5.0
CM100
Nov 6, 2018
Wouldn't take again

Very difficult course that I wish I dropped, or at least had a different professor. No feedback is given on assignments. Expects you to look to the syllabus or the writing center for any questions, and to use email as a last resort. I am in my 3rd year and have taken online classes before, but I have never failed so many assignments in my life.

Tough Grader
Participation matters
Skip class? You won't pass.
1.0
4.0
CM180
Nov 13, 2018
Wouldn't take again

Worst professor I've had here so far. She doesn't care about her students, she doesn't let you contact her by email outside of class and doesn't know how to work blackboard so you'll never know if you're failing! She expects you to automatically know everything. Don't take her.

Get ready to read
Skip class? You won't pass.
BEWARE OF POP QUIZZES
5.0
3.0
CM350
Grade: Not sure yet
Nov 28, 2018
Would take again

She's very clear about what she expects and gives guidelines and grading rubrics for all assignments. She's also just all-around helpful and nice.

Participation matters
ACCESSIBLE OUTSIDE CLASS
Clear grading criteria
1.0
3.0
CM350
Nov 29, 2018
Wouldn't take again

Absolutely the worst teacher I have ever had in college. Unorganized, rude, unhelpful, and passive aggressive. Critics who call out her poor teaching and organization often have their names put in emails sent to the entire class. Extremely strict. Do not take her classes if you can avoid it.

Skip class? You won't pass.
BEWARE OF POP QUIZZES
SO MANY PAPERS
1.0
2.0
INTERN435
Mar 21, 2019
Wouldn't take again

terrible

5.0
3.0
CM350
Grade: B+
Apr 3, 2019
Would take again

She's different than the usual prof. I don't think I've ever seen her wear anything except leggings & t-shirts. But she is very helpful always and great in and out of class. Most work is done in class, in groups. Only homework is one 2-pp. paper and one 5-pp. paper. The rest is just reading but that is a MUST.

Accessible outside class
Clear grading criteria
Caring
5.0
3.0
CM350
Grade: A-
Jun 24, 2019
Would take again

Take this class if you like group work and participate/attend. If you go to all the classes and turn in the few assignments she gives, you will do well. Gives very little homework except you must do reading. She also gives extra credit if just go to some lectures at the school that she wants you to attend.

Gives good feedback
Accessible outside class
Participation matters
4.0
3.0
CM180
Grade: B
Aug 4, 2019
Would take again

Odd, kind of quirky; but very clear on what you need to learn from class and how to EARN a good grade.

Accessible outside class
Participation matters
Clear grading criteria
5.0
3.0
CM180
Grade: B
Aug 13, 2019
Would take again

A bit odd, but gets the job done.

Gives good feedback
Get ready to read
Clear grading criteria
5.0
2.0
CM180
Grade: A+
Dec 29, 2019
Would take again

Kooky, but great prof. Direct with instructions, syllabus is super clear. Genuinely cares about students who genuinely care. Do your work and you'll be fine.

Respected
Get ready to read
Clear grading criteria
1.0
4.0
CM350
Grade: B
Apr 30, 2020
Wouldn't take again

Professor Carroll from the start seems like a cool and wacky professor that will provide and interesting class. She is anything but. By far the worst professor in the department, awful does not begin to describe her. She doesn't teach but still gives group projects on chapters that are never mentioned in class. Seriously, do not take her classes.

Get ready to read
Group projects
Tough grader
1.0
5.0
CM350
Grade: D+
May 5, 2020
Wouldn't take again

I don't even know where to begin. WORST professor at WSU hands down. Not only does she not know how to give lectures, but she's also unclear on all her material and then yells at her students when they ask questions. She is rude and tough on grading. She will fail you if you miss class and three tardies she considers an absence. DO NOT TAKE HER

Skip class? You won't pass.
Beware of pop quizzes
Tough grader
1.0
1.0
CM350
Grade: Drop/Withdrawal
Oct 24, 2020
Wouldn't take again

Shes very bad professor. She doesnt know how to teach, also she never explains anything in the class. She just wants as to do the tests without her explanation. I will never take classes with her again.

Test heavy
Beware of pop quizzes
1.0
1.0
CM350
Grade: Drop/Withdrawal
Oct 24, 2020
Wouldn't take again

Shes just old witch. I dont know how shes become a teacher. She doesnt know how to teach at all.

1.0
1.0
CM350
Grade: Drop/Withdrawal
Oct 24, 2020
Wouldn't take again

WORST professor at WSU hands down. she dasn't know how to give lectures, she's also unclear on all her material and she always yelling at her students. She is rude and tough on grading. She will fail you if you miss class. DO NOT TAKE HER����

Skip class? You won't pass.
Test heavy
Beware of pop quizzes
1.0
1.0
CM350
Grade: Drop/Withdrawal
Oct 24, 2020
Wouldn't take again

Worst professor I've had here so far. She doesn't care about her students, and she doesn't know how to work blackboard so you'll never know if you're failing! She expects you to automatically know everything. Don't take her.

Lots of homework
Test heavy
Beware of pop quizzes
1.0
5.0
CM350
Grade: Drop/Withdrawal
Oct 24, 2020
Wouldn't take again

One of the worst and most confusing professors I ever have. She doesn't teach anything but expects you to know the material even though it's never discussed in class. No homework, pop quizzes, and takes attendance religiously.

Test heavy
Beware of pop quizzes
So many papers
1.0
5.0
COMM350
Grade: Drop/Withdrawal
Oct 24, 2020
Wouldn't take again

when you email her she is very vague she never answers questions, i have emailed her soo many times and she doesnt respond clearly i had her for an online class and i was so lost and confused i dropped the class. good luck if you have to take her not the best online teacher!

Lots of homework
Skip class? You won't pass.
So many papers
1.0
5.0
CM350
Grade: D
Oct 24, 2020
Wouldn't take again

I learned more from a 5 min clip on Youtube about a subject she was teaching. she always misses classes. She needs to go DO NOT TAKE HER CLASS she did not show up half the semester and now no credit.

Skip class? You won't pass.
Test heavy
Beware of pop quizzes
1.0
5.0
CM350
Grade: D+
Oct 24, 2020
Wouldn't take again

Your entire grade is based on 3 tests and 3 journal summaries. Her tests are really hard and cover a lot of material. Maybe she used to be a great professor but she has gone downhill.

Skip class? You won't pass.
Test heavy
Beware of pop quizzes
1.0
5.0
CM350
Grade: C-
Oct 24, 2020
Wouldn't take again

Don't take unless you want to fail . Hands down the most unfair when it comes to grading and workload. Nothing is ever good enough. Horrible experience and worst class I have ever taken.

Test heavy
Beware of pop quizzes
Tough grader
1.0
5.0
CM350
Grade: C
Oct 24, 2020
Wouldn't take again

Very difficult grader, gives grades back very late, sometimes months after the assignment was due. Also is very difficult to reach, especially over email.

Lots of homework
Test heavy
So many papers
1.0
5.0
CM370
Grade: C
Oct 24, 2020
Wouldn't take again

Horrible class! Boring!!!! Quizzes and exams are super hard!!!! ,I hated this class!!!!

Lots of homework
Skip class? You won't pass.
Test heavy
1.0
5.0
CM384
Grade: D
Oct 24, 2020
Wouldn't take again

This professor personifies the old adage, "Those who can, do. Those who cannot, teach." Her method of "helping a student" comes in the form of hir reciting theories and studies that are marginally related to any issue the student may or may not be having. Also, not very timely for a professional.

Skip class? You won't pass.
Beware of pop quizzes
Lecture heavy
1.0
5.0
CM213
Grade: C
Oct 24, 2020
Wouldn't take again

It's not that he "tells a lot of stories" it's that her entire class is stories that are only about 50% relevant. Test questions are majority text based but a few are based on stuff she throws out in class between stories. The class requires a bit more effort on your part and isn't EXTREMELY hard unless you're an auditory learner like me.

Lots of homework
Test heavy
Beware of pop quizzes
1.0
5.0
CM370
Grade: D
Oct 24, 2020
Wouldn't take again

ecommerce - is extremely old for someone who is teaching Communication . reads from the text book and calls it lecturing. no discussions allowed. exam format has not changed in the past x semesters. no idea how She still teaching. if carleton is to raise its profile then monday-friday 'professors' like him must get their severance

Beware of pop quizzes
Lecture heavy
Tough grader
1.0
5.0
COM384
Grade: F
Oct 24, 2020
Wouldn't take again

A test every single week, which are very confusing, a confusing group project is required. Lots of work, this might be the first class I fail at Worcester State and I am 8 classes away from my BA.

Skip class? You won't pass.
Test heavy
Beware of pop quizzes
1.0
5.0
COMM3501
Grade: C
Oct 24, 2020
Wouldn't take again

This "proffesor" is the most arrogant person I have met in my life! I feel sorry for her as she seems to have inferiority issues! Please dont take this professor LOT of homework, reading and thinking. It is just a class not a "PHD" course

Skip class? You won't pass.
Test heavy
Beware of pop quizzes
1.0
5.0
CM370
Grade: C-
Oct 24, 2020
Wouldn't take again

DO NOT TAKE HER She is highly disorganized. She comes to class unprepared and makes up question on the top of her head. The hw she gives not discussed in class. Gives many quizzes with very little time to prepare. She takes off many point if you get the right answer not doneHERway. Unfair particpation grade.

Test heavy
Beware of pop quizzes
So many papers
1.0
5.0
COMM3501
Grade: D-
Oct 24, 2020
Wouldn't take again

Unable to answer questions independently of syllabus or "department." Graded work was returned timely and complete but singularly focused on formatting. Limited feedback on completed work aside from grade. Not an unfair grader.

Test heavy
Beware of pop quizzes
Lecture heavy
1.0
5.0
CM213
Grade: D+
Oct 24, 2020
Wouldn't take again

She is rude and dusts off people the have opposing opinions to her on. I didn't learn anything at all from her. The only way I gained any knowledge on this class was by reading the book.

Skip class? You won't pass.
Beware of pop quizzes
So many papers
1.0
5.0
CM213
Grade: Drop/Withdrawal
Oct 24, 2020
Wouldn't take again

Terrible. Absolutely terrible. She does nothing to keep her class interested, teaches without explaining what she does. Her teaching methods are subpar and I would not recommend her to anyone. Avoid this prof at all costs

Skip class? You won't pass.
Beware of pop quizzes
So many papers
1.0
5.0
CM370
Grade: Drop/Withdrawal
Oct 24, 2020
Wouldn't take again

She is the worst teacher I have had at Worcester State . Her class involves no critical thinking. She discourages it. She also picks on people and says things that are not true. Really bad

Lots of homework
Test heavy
Beware of pop quizzes
1.0
5.0
CM384
Grade: Drop/Withdrawal
Oct 24, 2020
Wouldn't take again

By far the worst professors I have had in my college career. She's the type of professor that sets her expectations high but will not give you the guidance needed to succeed and meet those expectations. She also spends most of the class at the Starbucks on campus, which is very frustrating to someone spending large amounts of money to attend.

Skip class? You won't pass.
Test heavy
Lecture heavy
1.0
5.0
CM370
Grade: F
Oct 24, 2020
Wouldn't take again

Does this first year lecture as though you're a 4th year chem major. She doesnt explain things and just assumes you know how to do it and the class is just a review.

Test heavy
Lecture heavy
So many papers
1.0
5.0
CM213
Grade: Drop/Withdrawal
Oct 24, 2020
Wouldn't take again

Late to every single class. Pretty obvious that She doesnt wanna be there. Very condescending and says borderline racist, ignorant things. People didnt like asking questions because she gives horrible feedback and doesnt try to actually help. Hypocritical how she grades highly for topics that she personally likes but her topics never interested us.

Skip class? You won't pass.
Test heavy
Lecture heavy
1.0
5.0
CM100
Grade: C
Oct 25, 2020
Wouldn't take again

She's very arrogant. Her high pitched teaching voice gets softer as class goes on. She speaks a strange version of American English that's not always clear. I would avoid her classes.

Test heavy
Lecture heavy
So many papers
1.0
5.0
CM213
Grade: D+
Oct 25, 2020
Wouldn't take again

She ridicules you for not knowing answers or getting things wrong. She laughs right at you. Makes attendance mandatory but doesnt actually teach you anything during the lectures.

Lots of homework
Get ready to read
Skip class? You won't pass.
1.0
5.0
CM213
Grade: D-
Oct 25, 2020
Wouldn't take again

Shes very rude disrespectful teacher probably the worst teacher Ive had She does not try and work with you

Skip class? You won't pass.
Test heavy
So many papers
1.0
5.0
CM370
Grade: C-
Oct 25, 2020
Wouldn't take again

She is soo bad at teaching math. She is not clear what so ever and her tests has nothing to do with the homework or similar to the things he teach in class

Skip class? You won't pass.
Test heavy
Beware of pop quizzes
1.0
5.0
CM384
Grade: D+
Oct 25, 2020
Wouldn't take again

Fast unclear lecturer. Will not stop to answer student questions or slow down. assigns a ton of homework which is not helpful for her tests. tests have nothing to do with lecture.

Lots of homework
Lecture heavy
So many papers
1.0
5.0
CM180
Grade: D-
Oct 25, 2020
Wouldn't take again

If you have her as a teacher, drop the class immediately. She makes a class thats suppose to be something fun into a huge project and has high criteria when it comes to grading your work. She will also criticize your work in front of the whole class.

Lots of homework
Test heavy
Lecture heavy
1.0
5.0
CM100
Grade: Audit/No Grade
Oct 25, 2020
Wouldn't take again

This may have been the worst professor I have had. Do not take her class.

Test heavy
Lecture heavy
So many papers
1.0
5.0
CM213
Grade: Rather not say
Oct 25, 2020
Wouldn't take again

She does not explain material well. Grades very harshly, and Would not recommend this professor

Skip class? You won't pass.
Test heavy
Beware of pop quizzes
1.0
5.0
CM213
Grade: F
Oct 25, 2020
Wouldn't take again

Horrible professor, I wouldnt not recommend taking it to anyone. You can study your butt off for a test and still get a F or D. Class averages for exam are usually a high F or D. For the midterm grades she only submits her test one grade so it makes your grade looks awful.

Skip class? You won't pass.
Beware of pop quizzes
So many papers
1.0
5.0
CM213
Grade: D-
Oct 25, 2020
Wouldn't take again

She is the worst teacher I have had at Worcester State

Skip class? You won't pass.
Lecture heavy
So many papers
1.0
5.0
CM384
Grade: Incomplete
Oct 25, 2020
Wouldn't take again

Worst professor I have ever had to deal with! Not willing to help, disrespectful and just awful. She only gives 2 tests and the midterm is worth more than the final - she doesn't prepare you for it. Consider taking another professor

Skip class? You won't pass.
Beware of pop quizzes
So many papers
1.0
5.0
CM370
Grade: D-
Oct 25, 2020
Wouldn't take again

Don't take her class. She is the worst teacher I've ever had. she is not organizing at all. please do not west your time, money and energy for her class.

Lots of homework
Lecture heavy
So many papers
1.0
5.0
COM384
Grade: C-
Oct 25, 2020
Wouldn't take again

way too much homework due in little time. final is on campus, hopefully ill be able to pass. i just recommend taking a different teacher and definitely on campus.

Test heavy
Lecture heavy
So many papers
1.0
5.0
COM384
Grade: Drop/Withdrawal
Oct 25, 2020
Wouldn't take again

This teacher gave no curve. The material was not based on the text book !!! Attendance is mandatory 1 point off your total grade if you come in late or absent. avoid if possible.

Skip class? You won't pass.
Beware of pop quizzes
So many papers
1.0
5.0
CM370
Grade: D
Oct 26, 2020
Wouldn't take again

She act like she is teacheing middle school or high school with all her rules

Skip class? You won't pass.
Beware of pop quizzes
So many papers
1.0
5.0
CM370
Grade: C-
Oct 26, 2020
Wouldn't take again

She isn't clear in her teachings and if you need an explanation she will say the material is high school and you should know it already. You will have to self teach and stay in the tutorial every waking chance.

Test heavy
Lecture heavy
So many papers
1.0
5.0
CM384
Grade: D
Oct 26, 2020
Wouldn't take again

What you learn in class has very little to do with the tests. You must learn all material on your own and be expected to memorize the book. Also, asking question are pointless in this class.

Test heavy
Beware of pop quizzes
So many papers
1.0
5.0
CM370
Grade: Incomplete
Oct 26, 2020
Wouldn't take again

Going to class is a complete waste of time. She reads the powerpoint and adds nothing to it. The powerpoints are very comprehensive.

Lots of homework
Skip class? You won't pass.
Beware of pop quizzes
1.0
5.0
CM213
Grade: D+
Oct 26, 2020
Wouldn't take again

Do not take her! Spare yourself the annoyance. She is confusing, unclear and on top of that has the worst attitude. When people say worst professor ever! She truly is the worst professor ever! A rating of 1 is generous.

Skip class? You won't pass.
Test heavy
Beware of pop quizzes
1.0
5.0
CM213
Grade: Not sure yet
Oct 26, 2020
Wouldn't take again

Very brilliant woman, absolutely terrible as an instructor.

Skip class? You won't pass.
Test heavy
Beware of pop quizzes
1.0
5.0
CM370
Grade: Not sure yet
Oct 26, 2020
Wouldn't take again

Exams are difficult to understand, many questions difficult to understand in lectures, Grades are always low for everyone.

Skip class? You won't pass.
Beware of pop quizzes
So many papers
1.0
5.0
CM213
Grade: D
Oct 26, 2020
Wouldn't take again

Make sure you aren't accidentally enrolled for an online course; this happened to me and it was terrible. Shih's more than willing to help students out however She can, but I have no idea how well she actually teaches (though, his English can be unclear). Her tests never quite match the study material, so be on your toes for quizzes and exams.

Test heavy
Beware of pop quizzes
So many papers
1.0
5.0
CM213
Grade: D
Oct 26, 2020
Wouldn't take again

Do not take her! Spare yourself the annoyance. She is confusing, unclear and on top of that has the worst attitude. When people say worst professor ever! She truly is the worst professor ever!

Lots of homework
Beware of pop quizzes
So many papers
1.0
5.0
CM384
Grade: C-
Oct 26, 2020
Wouldn't take again

shes horrible! dont take her. shes rude and annoying and if you have the option take someone else. extremely boring lectures

Lots of homework
Skip class? You won't pass.
Test heavy
1.0
5.0
CM350
Grade: Drop/Withdrawal
Oct 26, 2020
Wouldn't take again

She is TERRIBLE, is very odd and makes you feel bad about yourself, tough grader and even tougher person to deal with. find a different professor if you want to enjoy a class or even pass.

Test heavy
Beware of pop quizzes
Tough grader
1.0
5.0
COM384
Grade: Audit/No Grade
Oct 26, 2020
Wouldn't take again

Tests are far too hard. Class averages very low. Avoid if possible. Needs to be reminded that 3 credit courses shouldn't be more work than Orgo.

Test heavy
Beware of pop quizzes
So many papers
1.0
5.0
CM213
Grade: D
Oct 26, 2020
Wouldn't take again

No flexibility. Difficult to understand, talks fast.

Skip class? You won't pass.
Test heavy
Lecture heavy
1.0
5.0
CM213
Grade: Incomplete
Oct 27, 2020
Wouldn't take again

This professor was horrible. She asked us to have the books on the second day of class. I even told her that I ordered my books online and they wouldn't come in another 4 or 5 days. She said that I should go to the bookstore and get books at the bookstore.I have no comment for her English ability.

Test heavy
Lecture heavy
So many papers
1.0
5.0
COM384
Grade: Drop/Withdrawal
Oct 27, 2020
Wouldn't take again

On the 1st day of class my younger sibling approached her to discuss his learning disability. She immediately had an attitude, refused to help and did not believe him even though he has a file listing what his special needs are. Also, she wanted them to have a book immediately although she had not listed any info in the bookstore. Withdraw!!!

Skip class? You won't pass.
Beware of pop quizzes
So many papers
1.0
5.0
CM180
Grade: D-
Oct 27, 2020
Wouldn't take again

Very difficult class. Each test is very different - one test would focus on drugs and the next on the disease process. My only advise is memorize the book and know every single drug in it.

Beware of pop quizzes
Lecture heavy
So many papers
1.0
5.0
CM370
Grade: C-
Oct 27, 2020
Wouldn't take again

keep talking with her strong accent and nobody understand, avoid her if you can

Lots of homework
Get ready to read
Skip class? You won't pass.
2.0
4.0
CM350
Grade: Incomplete
Oct 28, 2020
Wouldn't take again

Tons of negative reviews which I get, she comes off as unprofessional and rude which rubbed me the wrong way too. HOWEVER if you go to her office hours she's much more personable and I received good feedback. Its a 300 level class so you actually have to put effort in and do the assignments, it isn't a breeze but its possible to do well if you try.

Skip class? You won't pass.
Group projects
Beware of pop quizzes
1.0
5.0
CM435
Grade: Rather not say
Dec 13, 2020
Wouldn't take again

Very disrespectful, nasty, and flat out shouldn't be working in this field. She criticizes you for small mistakes, adding words in all caps to hit home how idiotic she thinks you are. She also blames you for her own mistakes, claiming a link I sent her didn't work despite me pasting it in my browser and it works flawlessly.

Skip class? You won't pass.
Tough grader
1.0
5.0
CM100
Grade: Rather not say
Apr 1, 2021
Wouldn't take again

She not only is a terrible professor but also a terrible person, will go out of her way to let you know how stupid she thinks you are. Should absolutely not be in this field and haven't heard one good thing about her from a single other student. If you can avoid having her as a professor or as an advisor, do it.

Skip class? You won't pass.
Beware of pop quizzes
Tough grader
1.0
5.0
CM213
May 8, 2021
Wouldn't take again

She is so rude for no reason. She makes everything difficult and confusing, and if you miss one day for something even if it should be excused, expect to have issues with her. I know multiple people along with myself who have went to the president with complaints.

Get ready to read
Skip class? You won't pass.
Graded by few things
5.0
3.0
CM180
Grade: B
May 23, 2021
Would take again

She is BIG on guidelines and always gives grading rubrics beforehand. If you follow these, you should ace the course. I only followed about half of these and still did well.

Gives good feedback
Group projects
Clear grading criteria
5.0
3.0
CM180
Grade: A-
May 23, 2021
Would take again

I took this online, so attendance didn't matter. You must do all quizzes but she let's you take them over again till you like your grade. (It helps to copy the quiz the 1st time so you know which ?? you got wrong.) CAUTION: She is big on DBs, but all you have to do is one research for your main DB post and respond to others posts! Be sure to cite!

5.0
3.0
CM350
Grade: B+
May 24, 2021
Would take again

I was a bit nervous starting in communications. But all the professors and students I interacted with were welcoming and supportive. I never felt that any question was a dumb question. In Alta's class, I was really able to find my voice. She was a big part of my growth due to the fact that she holds her students accountable.

Gives good feedback
Accessible outside class
Participation matters
1.0
5.0
CM350
Grade: A
Dec 8, 2021
Wouldn't take again

Alta should not be teaching. She has no respect for her students and I know so many people who have complained about her. She constantly belittles her students and makes it difficult to ask for help. In class, I learned nothing except everything about the past 20 years of her life. Rude and inconsiderate. She still scares me. Avoid at all costs!

Test heavy
Beware of pop quizzes
Tough grader
1.0
3.0
CM350
Dec 30, 2021
Wouldn't take again

I honestly have no words how to describe her. The whole class filed a complaint about her because of how unprofessional she is as a professor. No self-respect whatsoever. I barely learned anything in her Intercultural class even though we did all her assignments. Avoid her at all costs!

Beware of pop quizzes
Tough grader
5.0
3.0
CM350
Grade: B
Nov 1, 2022
Would take again

be sure to do your reading!

Participation matters
Beware of pop quizzes
Accessible outside class
1.0
5.0
CM180
Grade: B+
Nov 28, 2022

Avoid at all costs. Very condescending. Blasts the whole class with an email using capital letters to belittle us. Instruction is not clear and does not take criticism but will give it out.

Tough grader
Lots of homework
Graded by few things
5.0
3.0
CM180
Grade: B+
Dec 13, 2022
Would take again

Very helpful and understanding. Well organized.

Participation matters
Clear grading criteria
Accessible outside class
5.0
2.0
CM180
Grade: B
Dec 13, 2022
Would take again

She is strict on writing, but if you follow the assignment and APA guidelines, you're in!

Clear grading criteria
Gives good feedback
Accessible outside class
5.0
3.0
CM350
Grade: A-
Dec 13, 2022
Would take again

If you attend every class and turn in every assignment, even if they're not all perfect, you'll make an A- or B+ in her classes. (I've taken three with her.)

Participation matters
Clear grading criteria
Accessible outside class
5.0
3.0
CM180
Grade: A-
Jan 11, 2023
Would take again

Be sure to participate a lot in every Discussion Board because that is the majority of your grade. Tests are easy because you can retake them as often as you wish during the week they are assigned.

Participation matters
Clear grading criteria
Gives good feedback
5.0
3.0
CM350
Grade: B+
Jul 9, 2023
Would take again

She's really helpful outside of class and is in her office a lot.

Participation matters
Clear grading criteria
Accessible outside class
Class Info

Online Classes

100%

Attendance Mandatory

94%

Textbook Required

4%

Grade Predictor

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Predicted Grade

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95% confidence
Based on 61 grades
Most common grades:
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B (8)
D (8)
Grade Distribution
A(5)B(8)C(12)D(33)F(3)A-/B+(13)
Based on 88 reported grades
Drop/Withdrawal: 13
B: 8
D: 8
A-: 7
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Skip class? You won't pass. (37)
Test heavy (36)
So many papers (27)
Lecture heavy (17)
Lots of homework (15)
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