3.2

Angelina MacKewn

Psychology - University of Tennessee at Martin

3.2
Quality
4.1
Difficulty
41%
Would Retake
167
Reviews
3.2
Quality
4.1
Difficulty
3.4
Helpful
3.1
Clarity

41%

Would Retake

167

Reviews

Rating Distribution
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What Students Say

Mackewn, herself, is a wonderful person

318 - 3.0 rating

THIS IS NOT AN EASY A CLASS

PSY101 - 3.0 rating
Class Info

Online Classes

100%

Attendance Mandatory

86%

Textbook Required

71%

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Grade Distribution
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Based on 37 reported grades
A: 8
B: 7
C: 5
A-: 3
Common Tags
Get ready to read (14)
Skip class? You won't pass. (7)
Tough Grader (6)
Lecture heavy (6)
Test heavy (6)
EXTRA CREDIT (5)
Lots of homework (5)
LECTURE HEAVY (4)
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Reviews (167)
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PSYC202
Nov 4, 2003

good teacher pretty interesting. hard test but she gives extra credit. no test curves

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PSY120
Nov 11, 2003

No Comments

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PSY120
Nov 11, 2003

Awful, she just didnt help her students. There was extra credit but it didnt help AT ALL. Classes are extremely boring, and she knows how to use big words to confuse you really easily.

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120
Nov 12, 2003

I thought her classes were extremly easy. She teaches with powerpoint, and post her notes on blackboard. All you have to is study and it's no problem. I thought it was very easy. She's even fun.She's down to earth and knows how to realate to the students

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PSYC290
Nov 12, 2003

RUN FOR YOUR LIFE IF YOU PLAN TO GRADUATE

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290
Dec 4, 2003

Professor MacKewn is an awesome professor and has the best intentions for her students. She wants them to understand the importance and techniques of research. The amount of work put into the class is definitely reflected in your grade. Excellent prof!

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290
Dec 4, 2003

Take this teacher if you want to learn the necessary tools for further graduate work. If you want to slide by in school, avoid her...she makes you learn. Great personality makes the difficult coursework much more fun. Cute,funny,and helpful.

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290
Dec 10, 2003

This teacher made life a living hell because you get assignment after assignment, and she doesn't do a good job of explaining. It's almost like this class is your life because it takes up so much time. She says that"we Americans" are spoon-fed.

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PSYCH290
Dec 15, 2003

got news for her, we have medicine for a reason!!!

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PYSCH201
Jan 4, 2004

Hard class but she will do anything she can to help you if you go to her. In the end she gives you the grade you deserve, but you must work hard to earn it.

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PSY120
Apr 12, 2004

DO NOT TAKE THIS WOMAN!! She is from Canada and obviously they have a much higher standard of education because she expects way too much from a lower division undergrad class!If you eat McDonalds or smoke be prepared to feel her wrath the entire semester

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PSY120
Apr 12, 2004

difficult class for a 100 level course. but when you leave her class you have learned something

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PSYCHOLOGY
Apr 20, 2004

mrs. MacKewn was very hard but she worked with you if you talked to her and let her know where you were having problems. I would still recomend a different teacher.

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PSY120
Apr 25, 2004

No Comments

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PSYC120
May 3, 2004

No Comments

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PSYC120
May 12, 2004

please, please just go back to canada. or at least sit in on another intro psych class and learn how to teach to students who aren't psych majors. this woman ruined psychology for me.

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PSY120
Oct 13, 2004

She is a great teacher. She is very clear in what is expected of you but YOU HAVE TO DO YOUR WORK AND STUDY! Hello people....in college you have to learn and pay attention. I will take her class again.

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PSYC120
Oct 18, 2004

Dr. Mackewn was new when I had her, but she didn't seem to help any one unless you were in a certain section in the class or a straigt A student. Clarification wasn't very good either.

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PSYC120
Oct 22, 2004

She sometimes comes across as confusing, but if you read the material you will understand it a little more. Her assignments are fine, but her quizes are terrible.

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PSY120
Oct 24, 2004

I liked her, and the class- for the most part. She does have a hard time keeping order. Allows lots of off-topic discussions that waste a lot of class time. Material is easy and she's pretty thorough. Expects you to read the text, if you do, you'll be fine.

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PSYCHOLOGY
Oct 25, 2004

don't like having to do my work on blackboard. Why can't she use paper?

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PYSCH110
Nov 15, 2004

The class is ok!

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PSYCH120
Nov 15, 2004

She was unclear on assignments and did not give any indication of examples of questions on tests.

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PSYCH110
Nov 20, 2004

She is an interesting woman and pretty friendly but her class is rough. You really have to pay attention and study your butt off to get semi good grades. I think i'd rather have someone differnet

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PSYCHOLOGY120
Nov 21, 2004

She was an incrdeible teacher. Although everything is done by computer, she teaches with great enthusiasm. After class, she was always there to help me. I learned so much and would not have wished for a different teacher. Her tests are hard but everything else is just challenging.

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PSYCH120
Nov 22, 2004

she definatly knows her stuff and how to explain it to you so that you understand and shes really funny. her tests are a little hard but not that bad if you study and her assignments arent that hard... i would def suggest you take her!

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PSYC120
Nov 22, 2004

If you can think Critically then she's your teacher. If you can't stear clear, because that's all her tests are.

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PSY120
Nov 22, 2004

her test are hard, but if you read the text you will be fine. I recommend taking her quizzes with someone so you will do better. She is a very blunt person, but knows what she is taliking about. Speak up in class. OH and make sure your phones are off. she will make you dance in front or the class.

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PSYCH110
Nov 29, 2004

This teacher is wonderful! She knows her stuff. You have to read alot because her tests come from the text. She is more than willing to help you with any problems.

3.0
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PSYCHOLOGY120
Nov 29, 2004

she keeps you busy.. tests are hard and she doesn't cover a lot of the text. she is helpful when you ask for it.

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120
Grade: Not_Sure_Yet
Dec 5, 2004

I would not take it agian with her. She hates paper becouse it kills trees, so everything is online. I had trouble with my quizes being submited through blackboard all semester, and ending up with a zero on 3 of them because I could not send them. She will not reset the computer so you can send it.

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PSYCH110
Dec 6, 2004

Angie was a very good teacher. Her lectures were very interesting. She teaches you how to apply the material she presents. I didn't do so well on the tests. They are pretty much all critical thinking questions, and I just don't do good with those.Quizzes and assignments help your grade a lot though!

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PSYCH120
Dec 18, 2004

Angie is very intellegent in her area. She gives you a true dose of what college is all about. She expects a lot out of you, but that's the way college is. Recommended for those who work hard.

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PSYC120
Grade: A
Dec 20, 2004

she was a very good and helpful teacher. must study and read text in order to do well in this class. she will work with you and help you with any problem you maybe having in class. every assignmetn is sent by computer but it is easier then you think.

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PSYC110
Dec 20, 2004

Ms.Angie is great! You have to study and come to class. She really knows her stuff and all she want is for you to know yours. Whats wrong with that? She made the class interesting if you don't won't to work don't choose her but if you want to learn she's your Canadian. :)

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PSYC315
Jan 9, 2005

Angie thinks that all Americans are lazy and she reminds you of this on a weekly basis. She may know the subject matter well, but she needs to learn how to teach the subject matter. She answers your question with an question. Her lectures are easy at times and often times confusing. Good Luck!!!

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PSYCHOLOGY
Jan 19, 2005

Hard teacher...but she has the want to teach and she expects you to earn your grade.

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PSY315
Mar 9, 2005

She don't even try to help the students with their questions."Find out yourself"I wouldn't advise taking her for any class 315,120 or any other class their paying her to "stand" in. Because she's not teaching, that's for sure!!! If your from Canada and a female yall might bond, you might pass then.

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PSYC315
Mar 15, 2005

This woman is not qualified to teach this class. She needs to stick to the intro to psyc 110-120 classes because that seems to be the expanse of her knowledge. She doesn't "teach" the material because she doesn't understand it herself.

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PSYC315
Mar 15, 2005

Walked out of class and refused to teach the material that was going to show up on the exam. Then, she flunked students on the exam for "punctuation errors" even though they had the right answers. Watch out for the "clear/concise sentences" on the exam as opposed to "clear/concise answers" on HW.

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PSYCH110
Mar 28, 2005

Get out while you can. The class itself isn't that hard, and she isn't all that bad but her tests are horrible. WAY HARD!

1.0
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PSYCH315
Apr 3, 2005

Threatened to put students on a "black list" to prevent them from getting into graduate school. Thinks she can walk out of class and refuse to teach, but students are expected to show up. Harrasses, screams at, and demeans students on a daily basis--no wonder no one wants to come to her class.

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PSYCH330
Apr 5, 2005

she's not that bad...granted, she's not an easy "A," but psych majors wanting to go to graduate school shouldn't have an easy "a." cognitive psych was not that bad...i think many of you may be exaggerating.

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120
Apr 26, 2005

Angie is a very good teacher. She gets frustrated because some students just refuse to make an effort. If you mess up on the first test, GO TALK TO HER!! She will help you understand what you missed and WHY you missed it, therefore you will do better on the next.

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PSYCH315
Apr 28, 2005

mrs. mackewn really dosent teach this class well... you stay confused and you may ask her for help but she really wont clarify it any for you.. the tests are killer hard but even if you fail all the tests you can still pass the class...oh yeah..shes the only one that teaches psych 315

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PSYCH315
May 5, 2005

she is one of the most difficult teachers to understand, but if you suck up to her you might can pull out a C. Her test are extremely hard, but really the poster and research paper is the biggest part of the grade. She has no sympathy so if you are expecting something easy, this is not the class.

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101
May 27, 2005

Very good teacher

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LEARNCOG
Jul 11, 2005

Boring class b/c lecture is out of book that you HAVE to read beforehand. Tests are SO hard. She knows what she is talking about tho. Thought I was failing for sure, but ended up with a 'B'- I think b/c of the research project. Keep it simple- she likes animals, so I trained some horses to come to me. MAKE SURE that your trifold board is NEAT!

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PSYC315
Aug 30, 2005

Tough but always willing to help. She goes out of her way to help students. Don't look for an easy A in 315 just won't happen. In fact don't expect an A.

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PSYCHOLOGY110
Sep 14, 2005

She seems like a nice person, but I don't like the way she teaches. Her tests and quizzes are hard. If you get her class make sure you read and study hard. Make sure you print off the notes on the Internet.

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PSYCH120
Nov 8, 2005

she is a good teacher and very easy to understand but she takes a lot of grades and it could be very easy for someone to fail it or not get grade you would expect. she's hilarious and makes it fun but study.

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PSYC120
Nov 10, 2005

No Comments

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PSYCH110
Nov 14, 2005

Angie made this class very interesting and tuff at the same time. She makes you study alot and make sure that you read the chapters in the book and get the notes off the internet. If you get the psych study guide and as long as you can do those tests youll do fine. Overall I had fun learning pshychology because she was so helpful and understandable

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PSYCH120
Nov 16, 2005

She is a good teacher, but all our work has to go thru blackboard.

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315ADVISOR
Dec 20, 2005

Angie is a tough teacher there is no getting around it. She is willing to help no matter what. She won't give you the answer but she will point you in the right direction. The class is hard but if you show that you are willing to work hard she will help more. For this class I practically moved into her office and the psych lab. I got a B.

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PSCHOLOGY120
Dec 26, 2005

overall, she is good teacher. the only problem that i have with her class is, she lets students ramble about random**** that has nothing to do with the subject that she is talking about. I guess my problem is not the teacher, its the stupid students that are in her class.

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315
Jan 12, 2006

No Comments

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GENS
Jan 18, 2006

I had her for freshman studies, and I hated that class. But it's not her fault because freshman studies is completely stupid. I wish I wouldn't have taken that pointless class. She can get pretty angry though. She's the first teacher I've had that cussed at the class. But she is pretty helpful though. Just get on her good side!!

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PSYCH110
Feb 16, 2006

HORRIBLE!

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315
Apr 4, 2006

She represents the university as far as the Psy315 class goes.Because nobody else teaches it, she doen't "teach it" she's just in there! She wants everybody that doesn't kiss her butt to have to take it twice.I had a B average the whole time, then ended up with a D for the class.How does that work?She's sorry.I'll tell everybody forever about her.

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PSYCH315
Apr 4, 2006

She is not your easy type of professor. She is a professor that will get the most out of you. The grade you receive in her classes justifies your efforts. At the beggining of the semester she always gives her little "the difference between a "C" and an "A" student" speech. If you just follow what she says and seek her help you will do good. Good Lu

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EXPERIMENTAL
Apr 25, 2006

She is unprofessional and disorganized. We also had quizes and only 2 tests to average off of. Between doing ALL this we had to conduct a research study...and write an APA paper after about a month of classwork so not a lot of people know what was going on. Her grading is disorganized and unless you kiss her butt, you're screwed.

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PSY110
May 24, 2006

I hated this class! She was never clear on anything and wasn't helpful at all. I wouldn't recomend her class to anyone!

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320
Jun 20, 2006

She knows her stuff. You should never get behind. Oh yeah she is one of those professors that uses that bell shaped curve to grade her students. I guess to show that psycholgists know what they are talking about. Hard work is pointless. Dont miss class. I advice you to suck and go to her office a lot. that what she wants! Join Psi Chi too!!!!!!!!

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PSYCHOLOGY110
Jun 24, 2006

She is a great teacher, very nice! A little harder than most--but overall--I really like her!

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PSYCHOLOGY110
Jul 26, 2006

Great teacher!!!! She seems to have gotten a bum rap here from everyone.....I took her for my very 1st college class (in the summer) and got a B! Everybody is right--she is VERY hard--but VERY nice. Alot of opportunities for grades--so if you screw up and get a bad grade its your own fault. I loved her class and I am taking her again!!

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PSYCH315
Nov 6, 2006

beware of her horrible attendance policy. gives assignments but doesnt teach you how to do them. she does know what she is teaching, but has a hard time explaining it.

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PSYCH120
Nov 14, 2006

she was very insanely tough- i barely made a c in her class... but that was only because i did not know the material &, that is exactly what she expects out of her students- KNOW your stuff and you will do fine... she gives plenty of extra credit... She is smart and funny... if you like a challenge- go for it! i would definately take her again.

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GENS101
Nov 27, 2006

Helpful

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PSYC120
Jan 18, 2007

I began taking the class, & enjoyed it. Her class is fun & discussion gets interesting. She gives online quizzes which are timed & suck. I used my book one time & made like a 7 out of 20. Her tests are very through. They don't reallygo along w her notes.you have to read the chapters. I dropped bc I didnt need the class or the bad grade

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PSYCH120
Jan 23, 2007

She is the worst teacher I have ever had. I think she talked more about the nutrition of the body than psychology. She is hard and if you ask her for help she just looks at you like you are stupid. I would not suggest in taking her as a teacher. And if you absolutely have to, do all the extra credit you can cause you will need it.

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PYSC120
Jan 30, 2007

A lot of people say she is hard but she is really not. If you ask for her help she is more than willing to give it to you. She keeps you intrested and she is passionate about what she teaches.

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PSYCH120N
Apr 5, 2007

DONT TAKE HER AT ALL!!!!!!!!!

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PSYCH120
May 5, 2007

this class required a good deal of effort but it was engaging and thought provoking. the professor is very well organized and helpful focusing on the synthesis of information to encourage critical thinking about the subject. i highly recommend it to anyone who is serious about learning something.

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PSYCH120
Sep 27, 2007

she is very terrible she never teaches what is in the book then she test on what is in the book she is never on the right topics....terrible

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PSYCH120
Nov 27, 2007

SHE IS THE WORST TEACHER EVER TO TAKE N YOUR LIFE I WENT TO CLASS THINKIN I WAS GOING TO LEARN SOMETHING AND COME OUT LEARNING SOMETHING THAT I HAVE NEVER HEARD OR READ IN THE BOOK N MY LIFE SHE NEVER EXPLAINS WHAT IS IN THE BOOK I SHOULD'VE DROPPED HER CLASS BUT I CONTINUED TO TAKE IT THINKING IT WAS GONNA GET BETTER BUT IT GOT WORSE.DONT TAKE!

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PSYCH120
Dec 10, 2007

HEY, SHE SUCKS AS A TEACHER BUT IS COOL AS A FAN. HER TEST ARE NOT, AND I MEAN NOT FROM HER NOTES! I STUDIED AND MEMORIZED ALL THE NOTES AND STILL FAILED THE TEST.SHE ONCE TOLD ME THAT SHE MAKES HER TEST SO THAT THE STUDENT WILL FAIL. TAKE THAT HOW YOU WANT.

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PSYCH315
Dec 11, 2007

She definitely isnt an easy teacher, but she wants her students to succeed. If you show her that you're trying she has mercy. She's very intelligent,

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PSY120
Dec 13, 2007

I really liked her. You will have to read the book. Her test are over notes but also what you read in the book but she told us that from the beginning. She is very helpful and very informative. It's not an easy A class but if you pay attention and attempt your assignments you will be fine! I would recommend taking this class!!!

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PSYCH120
Dec 13, 2007

This teacher is really tough. I would recommend that you not take her to save your insaney. I had to study really hard to even make a C on her tests. Her questions on the test are very detail. If you take her I recommend read the book it will help you pass her tests. I do not recommend you take her she is tough.

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PSYCH110
Dec 15, 2007

I loved Dr. Mackewn! Though her class is somewhat hard, she does her best to make it clear and interesting.

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PSYCH120
Dec 30, 2007

I tried really hard in her class, but she is just hard. The quizzes are online, so if you get locked out your supposed to email her I did and never got a response. This resulted in me getting a 0 on 3 quizzes. I suggest not taking her at all.

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PSYC120
Jan 15, 2008

go to class every day it helps in her class, she takes attendance too. she is real relaxed and relates well to students.

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PSYCH120
Mar 19, 2008

She grew on me as the semester went on, She is very charming and engaging. She is a wiz at health psych and will give you alot of ideas to think about. In order to pass her class with an A,B just read the chapters and do the workbook exercises, I promise you will do well. People who dont pass her class dont do any work or reading outside of class.

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PSY120
Aug 8, 2008

She's a really nice and fun teacher, her quizzes and test are just VERY VERY hard! I suggest reading your chapters before test and quizzes and ASK ALLTHE QUESTIONS YOU NEED TO!

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PSYC120
Nov 11, 2008

I love her as a person but did not care too much for her class- The notes are SO brief compared to the tests. You MUST read the chapters to be successful in the class! She has a GREAT sense of humor and VERY sarcastic. Dont take her sarcasm seriously!

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PSCH120
Nov 13, 2008

Dr. Mackewn is a very interesting person. Her test are tough because they are critical thinking questions. I would recommend buying the study guide or find a friend woth the study guide.

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PSYCH120
Nov 13, 2008

Dr. MacKewn is hillarious! I had her at 8 and i never wanted to miss her class! Her quizzes are tough and her tests are very tough, but you have assignments in there (papers) that she grades very easy as long as you dont copy other peoples work. She is very funny and makes things easy to relate too! Just read the chapters and you'll be fine.

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PSYCH315
Nov 24, 2008

worst teacher ever

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PSCYH315
Nov 24, 2008

and 318 yes, this narrows my identity down to like 8 people. She really has passion, and treats her students like they are adults. She is the only teacher I have ever taken that does this. yes, i made a C in her classes, but I think i learned more in those two than I have in my years in college. Yes she is hard,yes, you will learn by fire. worth it

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PHIL120
Dec 1, 2008

Very fun teacher! Always hated to miss her class. Encourages you to read chapter but has Power Points on chapters. Study guide optional but useful.

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PSYCH120
Dec 12, 2008

Ok...Dr.Mackewn's class is the most difficult one I have taken this semester. Her tests are impossible & her final counts for such a high percent of your grade that you pretty much have to make an A to even pass...I have studied for her class for hours and have never made above a 37/50 on the tests...Take her at your own risk

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PSYC120
May 8, 2009

Great professor. Encourages learning through useful techniques.

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PSY318
Jul 6, 2009

She's extremely tough, but a really great teacher in that she teaches you how to think critically- something not many teachers can do. Great person as well. You can make it if you work hard and accept the challenge instead of complaining about it.

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PSY318
Dec 4, 2009

She is a difficult teacher and her test questions are very unclear. If everyone does poorly on the tests, she curves the grades. She's the only teacher for 318 so you have to take her but you will survive!! 318 is just a hard class =(

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PSYC318
Jan 25, 2010

318 is hard regardless who teaches it, but she is a hard teacher no matter what she teaches. However, she is a GOOD teacher! You just have to get past the complaining and laziness and do what you are supposed to do. You will definitely learn from her, and you can have fun while you do it. She is a funny person! One of the best teachers I've had.

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PSYC318
Apr 13, 2010

Yes, Dr. MacKewn is a really hard teacher and this is the hardest course I've taken. But if you take this class, you will learn something that you can use no matter what you decide to do. It's well worth the work you have to give but it will be frustrating at times. She is a good teacher though, and helpful if you're willing to put forth the effort

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PSYCH110
Nov 19, 2010

She is a good teacher, but be prepared to do ALOT of work. Online quizzes and exams are in scenario form and you also have to use the book AND the lectures to ace a test. Lectures are always on itunes so if you miss class, no worries.

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PSYCH110
Dec 15, 2010

Dr. MacKewn is so much better than I had been told. I had been told a lot of bad things about her as a person that made her a bad teacher to a lot of people. The ones who told me about her were wrong. She's fun, entertaining, informative, and bloody nice. I don't see what all of the negative stuff was about.

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PSYCH318
Dec 21, 2010

Dr. Mackewn is a HARD teacher and this was the hardest class I have taken so far, but I definitely came out of the class feeling like I learned something. She is more than willing to help students but students have to be willing to go out and do some work. She is preparing students for the real world where there isnt sugar coating. A+ professor

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PSYCH110
Jan 5, 2011

I Really had to work hard in this class but it was worth it. You have to spend a lot of time on studying or you wont pass the class. Take advantage of all the extra credit she offers. It could be the difference between a C and a B.

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GENS101
Jan 18, 2011

Only for psych majors. Class is very helpful for incoming freshmen or an easy A. Makes you read the book. Relates the material to psychology. Very interested in students success. Complete assignments..NO EXCUSES! If you don't, she gets angry and assigns more work, plus the assignment that wasn't completed. Attendance mandatory.

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PSYC120
Mar 29, 2011

Very hard and difficult tests. I wouldn't recommend her to anyone.

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PSYCH110
May 7, 2011

Dr. Mac is a very smart lady, and this is a very difficult class. The amount of info you will cover in the semester is crazy much, but if you study the powerpoints you'll do fine. Attendace is mandatory. She don't play. Don't overestimate your capacity to just remember the info you hear in class. Studying is a must.

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GENS101
Oct 9, 2011

She assigns some ridiculous assignments. I'm supposed to be learning how to be a college student, but she is too focused on "going green" to help with that.

3.0
5.0
PSYC111
Oct 9, 2011

She is a hard teacher. Her tests are pretty hard. There is always something to do online, All kinds of assignments. She is very eco-green beware!!!

3.0
4.0
PSYCH101
Nov 11, 2011

She knows what she is talkin g about, but she is a freak for going green. I wouldn't recommend her to anyone if you want an easy A cause your not going to get.

3.0
4.0
PSYC101
Nov 27, 2011

Her test are hard, she provides you with good study techniques. Attendance isnt mandatory, I never went and I have a B

4.0
5.0
PSYCH101
Nov 28, 2011

Her tests are super hard and are in no way related to the powerpoints she reads verbatim in class.

5.0
3.0
PSYCEXP
Jan 7, 2012

She will help you if you ask. The more you put into it the more help she will provide.

4.0
4.0
PSYC318
May 21, 2012

Dr. Mackewn is a great yet terrifying professor. She knows all about psych, but it's very daunting if you don't put in work. She's very vague about what she wants, so ask LOTS of questions. Write everything. I'd recommend listening to her lectures on iTunes. She can come on a strong with her agendas but she's a great person to laugh with.

2.0
5.0
PSYCH318
Jul 11, 2012

I dreaded taking Dr. Mackewn and I hate that I have to take her again. She is VERY unclear about what she wants and I never knew what exactly to study. She teaches like it's just a review for the class. Even at the end of the semester, I still hadn't figured her out.

4.0
5.0
PSYCH101
Nov 10, 2012

Honestly she is a really awesome teacher. there is never a boring day in her class the quizzes are easy if you work with people n them. the book or disk does nothing for help. nether do her powerpoints. her tests are extremely hard. if you want an easy A dont take her but if you understand psych take her she's great!

2.0
3.0
PSYCH101
Nov 16, 2012

I actually really love this class. Her personality is awesome! Although the test and quizzes can be a little hard, it really isn't too bad of a class. Just try and study well and you're good! The only gripe I have is that everything except the tests are online, so if you wait until the last minute and the internet goes haywire, you could be SOL.

5.0
4.0
PSYCH101
Dec 12, 2012

She was a WONDERFUL teacher. She is more than willing to work with all of her students. Her tests are challenging, but it helps you comprehend the material better. She's also freaking hilarious. I love this teacher to death, and I would definitely reccomend her, provided, you aren't looking for an easy 'A' We're in college.you have to work for it.

4.0
5.0
PSYCH318
Dec 18, 2012

She was helpful to students as long as you went to her office and ask for the help. The work was a challenge this class is one that you have to stay on top of or you will get lost.attend all si sessions they help

4.0
4.0
PSYC101
Apr 5, 2013

If you REALLY are interested in psychology she is the best to take. She loves her job and is extremely laid back. She will help you any time, but you have to ask. She gives out her email and phone number for any questions you have. It is a HARD class to pass, not going to lie, but it will definitely help you understand psychology.

3.0
4.0
101
Aug 30, 2013

Love her.

4.0
4.0
PSYC318
Sep 28, 2013

This class is difficult but Mackewn helps you really get into it. Attendance is mandatory. STUDY. She's a great person in and out of class. GO TO HER FOR HELP! She's very understand, but don't take any bullsht. Be prepared for pop quizzes. Her tests are difficult. STUDY. She's hilarious. Did I mention STUDY? Lots of research and SPSS. STUDY!

3.0
5.0
318
Oct 10, 2013

Dr. Mackewn, herself, is a wonderful person. She will kick your ass if you try to slack, though. She worked hard for her degrees and she expects you to do the same.

4.0
4.0
PSY101
Oct 31, 2013

She is hard. she loves trees and canada. She is pretty interesting though. I wouldn't take her again.

1.0
5.0
PSY101
Dec 22, 2013

Does not work with students at all. Enjoys making material harder than necessary. Do not take her.

4.0
4.0
PSYC101
Feb 21, 2014

I really like Dr. MacKewn. She is hilarious and always ready to help. Study from the book and understand the material, and you will be good.Don't just try to memorize terms and definitions. Maybe a little bit hard for Intro in Psychology, not everyone in that class are psychology majors. She is so funny!

5.0
4.0
101
Nov 11, 2014

love her. she love what she does. would take her again

4.0
4.0
101
Grade: A
Nov 13, 2014

Her class is not difficult, yet she does make you work for your grades. The one thing that lowered my grade the most though was the pop quizzes. I though I knew when she was about to give one but then she would give us a quiz on the previous chapter during the middle of the next chapter. Also you don't actually need to read the chapters.

4.0
4.0
PSYCH101
Grade: A
Nov 21, 2014

I bombed Dr. Mac's first test. However, once you learn to study for them, they're not bad. I made an A on the rest of her tests. She records all her lectures which is very helpful. Pretty difficult, but she's so in love with psychology and so energetic, so she makes it bearable. Love her, hate psychology. Would recommend!

5.0
4.0
PSYCH101
Dec 11, 2014

MacKewn is a wonderful teacher. She really is there for when you need her. I have text her at eleven o'clock at night and she got right back with me. She's great at explaining things and she's entertaining while she teaches. Her lectures are very informational and she has very thorough powerpoints. I definitely recommend her to everyone!

5.0
2.0
PSYC400
Grade: B
Mar 12, 2015

Love her... 2nd semester with her in psyc and would choose her again

5.0
4.0
PSY418
Apr 1, 2015

Sometimes tough but very helpful. Always hot

4.0
3.0
PSYC101
Apr 1, 2015

Very knowledgeable and passionate about subject matter. Great dresser and infectious smile

5.0
4.0
PSYC365
Grade: A-
Apr 1, 2015

Very energetic teacher who approaches the material with a entertaining, informative style. Is also a great dancer

4.0
4.0
PSYCH320
Grade: C
Sep 29, 2015

She's very helpful, please note that the class I took her for (psych320) is a JUNIOR level course and she teaches it as such. She's understanding if you have something come up and depending on if she feels it's justified she will extend the homework, but she won't be pushed over. She's in better shape than you, you won't be able to out run her.

4.0
4.0
PSYC101
Grade: B-
Nov 11, 2015

She's great! She's clearly very enthusiastic about what she teaches, and that enthusiasm makes it pleasant to listen to her lectures. She is willing to work with students under special circumstances if they are going to miss class or tests, and she is very polite. Would definitely take her again! One warning: she will make you earn your grade.

5.0
3.0
PSY101
Grade: A+
Dec 14, 2015

Great teacher. You have to work for your grade. Attendance is not mandatory but helps. Quizzes after each chapter. Tests are hard but not impossible to pass. first test is hardest. Gives lots of extra credit opportunities and will help anyone who takes the time to ask

3.0
3.0
PSY101
Grade: B+
Jan 11, 2016

She is a very energetic person, therefore class is never boring. You will have to work to earn your grade in this class. Quizzes after every chapter, don't forget! Extra credit opportunities help tremendously. P.S. Use the link provided on the syllabus. It has online practice quizzes where she gets some of her questions!!

5.0
4.0
PSY318
Grade: C
Jul 15, 2016
Would take again

Look guys, she's not going to go easy on you. If that's what you are looking for you should just change majors (you have to have & pass this class as a psyc major). She's a great teacher, but she's not going to handle you with kid gloves, so know that going in. She posts her lectures (audio) online if miss a class, gives power points and ext/credit

4.0
4.0
PSY101
Sep 28, 2016
Would take again

If I could select more than 3 tags I would also select: Respected, Hilarious, and Clear Grading Criteria. She is a great professor and I highly recommend her for any class.

Gives good feedback
Participation matters
Skip class? You won't pass.
5.0
4.0
PSYC101
Grade: A
Nov 16, 2016
Would take again

Great Professor. Tough tests but challenges you to learn more. I'll definitley be taking her again!

Inspirational
Caring
EXTRA CREDIT
3.0
4.0
PSY101
Grade: C+
Mar 28, 2017
Wouldn't take again

She can make rude comments about your eating habits and can seem very harsh. You have to work for your grade and you have to study if you want to pass. For me, she would sometimes get sidetracked by questions about something completely different. THIS IS NOT AN EASY A CLASS!

Tough Grader
BEWARE OF POP QUIZZES
LECTURE HEAVY
4.0
5.0
PSYC320
Grade: B
May 5, 2017
Would take again

Dr. Mackewn is a fantastic professor, but her tests are HARD. Make sure you read EVERY chapter thoroughly because her tests are all fill-in-the-blank and essay. However, I really liked how she included many assignments to help my grade. Also, the final research paper is 20% of the grade, and the final is 25%.

Tough Grader
Get ready to read
TEST HEAVY
3.0
3.0
PSY101
Dec 11, 2017
Wouldn't take again

Her lectures are great. But she does not give clear grading criteria. I stayed confused over what assignments I had to do all semester. She uses Canvas, but puts things on there that you don't have to do. It was just really confusing! I took this class as an elective, but I wish I would have taken something else.

5.0
3.0
PSYC101
Grade: B
Dec 18, 2017
Would take again

Dr. Mackewn was a great professor to take this semester. I thoroughly enjoyed her class and learned a lot from her as well. Her class can be hard in the beginning, but once you know what to do, you start to understand her class better. She was also willing to help anybody who didnt understand a certain concept as well.

ACCESSIBLE OUTSIDE CLASS
Caring
EXTRA CREDIT
5.0
3.0
PSCH120
Grade: A-
Mar 21, 2018
Would take again

Super nice and easy going. Will always give extra credit, and lots of it. There is no way you can fail her as long as you show up.

Participation matters
Hilarious
EXTRA CREDIT
4.0
5.0
PSYC320
Grade: C
May 9, 2018
Would take again

Attendance is like front line of the war serious. All tests are essay short & long. Im a poor reader, but the ebook for this class helped a lot bc it would read to me. Research project is a huge portion of your grade.

Tough Grader
Respected
Skip class? You won't pass.
1.0
3.0
GENS101
Grade: B
May 16, 2018
Wouldn't take again

One of the reasons I switched majors to social work was because of her.

Skip class? You won't pass.
SO MANY PAPERS
LECTURE HEAVY
3.0
4.0
PSYCH101
Grade: A
Jun 24, 2018
Wouldn't take again

This psych class is very advanced for what is a freshman level class. Very reading and test heavy. Tests are a minute of multiple choice and essay question. The topics were interesting, but I would not take again.

Tough Grader
Get ready to read
TEST HEAVY
3.0
4.0
PSY101
Grade: C
Dec 10, 2018
Wouldn't take again

Dr. Mackewn is a really good professor who knows her stuff, but she is very hard. For an Intro into Psychology class it is very challenging. Do not miss class because it will greatly impact your grade. Her quizzes are after each chapter so you know when they are coming, but her tests are very hard so study!!

Get ready to read
Skip class? You won't pass.
LECTURE HEAVY
4.0
4.0
PSY101
Grade: B
Dec 22, 2018
Would take again

Dr. MacKewn is a very good professor. Her class is extremely hard though, compared to other intro psych classes. You really have to study, but she is funny and relatable in class. She understands college is hard, so if you have any issues then just be up front about them. She gives a lot of extra credit, so do it all and you should be ok.

Tough Grader
Caring
EXTRA CREDIT
4.0
4.0
PSYC101
Grade: A
Jan 10, 2019
Wouldn't take again

Dr. MacKewn is a great professor, but she makes her class way harder than it should be. The other intro psych professors are much easier so if you aren't majoring in psychology, I would take someone else. The tests are vey hard, and if you don't study a lot, you won't do good in the class.

Tough Grader
Skip class? You won't pass.
EXTRA CREDIT
5.0
2.0
PSYC325
Grade: A+
Feb 8, 2019
Would take again

Dr. MacKewn is a great professor. I took this class as part of my psychology minor, and I really enjoyed this class. There are weekly assignments, and it would be most beneficial to get these done as soon as possible because they take a bit of time. There is a final exam that is timed. Because the class is online, you can use your textbook.

Gives good feedback
LOTS OF HOMEWORK
LECTURE HEAVY
5.0
5.0
PSYCH320
Grade: A
May 15, 2019
Would take again

Super hard, but learned a lot. Dr. M is great. MAKE SURE TO read chap., answer essay questions at the end, -understand/know the research, outcome of the research, and concepts they apply to from PPTs- and ask Dr. M anything you don't understand. Deep studying.

Accessible outside class
Get ready to read
Skip class? You won't pass.
1.0
5.0
PSYC101
Sep 12, 2019
Wouldn't take again

She speaks way too fast and speeds through powerpoints. You cant get notes written down as fast as she teaches. For example, speeding through the entire brain and all its sections in one day. Seriously? You have to go home and teach it to yourself to actually understand it. The format of her Quizzes is ridiculous. Completely unhelpful.

Skip class? You won't pass.
Lecture heavy
Beware of pop quizzes
3.0
5.0
PSY101
Grade: B-
Nov 10, 2019
Wouldn't take again

Might be fine if psych is your major and you are super interested in her class. But if you are just taking this class as an elective, take a different professor. She makes this class way harder than it should be for a 101 class. She also has an attitude if you try talking to her to understand why it is such a struggle to pass her exams.

Get ready to read
Test heavy
Lecture heavy
1.0
5.0
PSY318
Nov 22, 2019
Wouldn't take again

Honestly she came off as rude and I feel like she wanted to have a reputation as a tough teacher so she gave unnecessary busy work. Also I notice unfair grading practices

Lots of homework
Get ready to read
Group projects
1.0
5.0
PSYCH101
Grade: Incomplete
Nov 10, 2021
Wouldn't take again

GREAT READY TO READ. Her lecture has nothing to do with her quizzes, tests, or exams. You have to read the book for them. You can not just memorize or barely study, to pass you have to know material perfect. Also do the assignments and things, those will be the only saving grace of the grade.

Get ready to read
Lecture heavy
1.0
5.0
PSY101
Grade: Incomplete
Feb 21, 2022
Wouldn't take again

Her lectures barely come up during the test and the questions she has have nothing to do with the subject. Some of the questions come out of no where and she has no mercy for her students screw ups. My entire class is failing because of her. She doesn't even give enough assignments that you can fall back on if you do bad.

Graded by few things
Test heavy
Tough grader
5.0
4.0
101
Grade: B
Apr 7, 2022
Would take again

I love her! She cares about her students! READ THE DANG BOOK. If you read the chapters, you will easily get a good grade! Honestly I never studied for this class and I made a B. Great professor.

Amazing lectures
Clear grading criteria
Hilarious
2.0
5.0
101
Grade: C+
Apr 29, 2022

Lots of reading. Very hard for an intro class, I just feel like she made it a lot more difficult than it needed to be and it is almost like she expects you to get it as soon as she talks about it. She is willing to help you though, if you ask questions and go to her office she will help. Just read and pay attention and you should do fine in there.

Get ready to read
Lecture heavy
Test heavy
5.0
3.0
PSY101
Grade: C
May 25, 2022
Would take again

I absolutely Loved Dr.Mac She does an amazing job at relating what we are learning to the real world. One thing I would say is that you really need to make sure you read and understand the textbook because 9/10 of the questions on her quizzes are book and the other 1 is from her lecture. Her exams are the same way.

Get ready to read
Participation matters
Accessible outside class
1.0
5.0
PSY101
Jun 21, 2022
Wouldn't take again

Im in the military so I took her class completely online and I had such a bad experience with her. She completely dismissed that there was a 6 hr time difference between us which gave me less time to complete the work than everyone else and when I asked her to post it a little earlier for me she told me to learn how to better manage my time.

Tough grader
Get ready to read
Lots of homework
1.0
5.0
101
Grade: Drop/Withdrawal
Sep 15, 2022

I ended up dropping the class because all she wanted to talk about was the keto diet and it was lowkey giving me an eating disorder. Her test were very hard and you have to study pretty hard to even stand a chance. So if you wanna learn more about keto than psychology, this class is for you.

Beware of pop quizzes
Lecture heavy
Graded by few things
1.0
5.0
101
Grade: F
Jul 6, 2024

Dr. MacKewn gives anywhere from 6-8 lengthy assignments a week, and cuts off the assignments at 10pm on the day they're due (which is strange, and horrible for a summer class. Especially if you're taking more than one course and/or have a job). The ONLY good thing about her is how many connections she has.10/10 would NEVER take again or recommend.

Get ready to read
Lots of homework
Lecture heavy
1.0
5.0
PSY101
Grade: D+
Sep 16, 2024

There is ZERO sense in assigning a student to listen to 2-3 podcasts (all 1.5-3.5 hours long), a 100-150 word discussion post, 2 replys(50-75 words), a 300 word paper, AND a 20 random question test over a whole chapter about the nervous system AND the brain. A person CANNOT actually learn & complete these tasks in a weeks time. I am very displeased

Get ready to read
Lots of homework
Test heavy
1.0
5.0
101
Grade: Incomplete
Oct 16, 2024

The first time I failed her class; I fell behind on work after giving birth, which I'm partly responsible. Although, I reached out to her how I could improve my tests grades and all she said was study harder. This year I'm taking her class, I'm continuing to fail quizzes. Her tests are worded awfully, so learning the material isn't enough.

Tough grader
Get ready to read
Test heavy
3.0
4.0
101
Grade: B
Oct 21, 2024
Would take again

Dr. MacKewn's class is challenging, but engaging if you put in the work. The textbook and lectures are key, and Unstuck study can help with study prep. Attend office hours for extra support.

1.0
4.0
320
Grade: A
Apr 27, 2025

Do not take this professor for any course. I had her for 318 and again for 320. I will never forget her AWFUL attitude from 318 and only took her for 320 because it was online. She 100% feeds off of intimidation. This is coming from someone who made A's in her classes and also has nothing bad to say about any other professor. Two thumbs down.

2.0
5.0
101
Grade: A-
Nov 23, 2025

If you want an easy A, this is not the professor to have. She is nice, but oh my are there LOTS of quizzes and tests with questions very specific, random, & irrelevant. Each chapter has a quiz of 20 questions; tests have 46 w/ essay every 3 chapters. There are also pages to write. Be prepared to read & study a lot. Still have not taken final yet.

Get ready to read
Lots of homework
Test heavy
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