4.9

Barbara Anderson

Speech Communication - Los Angeles Pierce College

4.9
Quality
1.8
Difficulty
98%
Would Retake
146
Reviews
4.9
Quality
1.8
Difficulty
4.9
Helpful
4.9
Clarity

98%

Would Retake

146

Reviews

Rating Distribution
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What Students Say

Very helpful and knowledgeable professor who cares about her students

COMM101 - 5.0 rating

She assigns 5 speech and 5 quizzes

SPEECH101 - 5.0 rating
Class Info

Online Classes

100%

Attendance Mandatory

63%

Textbook Required

16%

Grade Predictor

Your expected effort level

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Predicted Grade

A+

95% confidence
Based on 38 grades
Most common grades:
A (19)
A+ (13)
B+ (3)
Grade Distribution
A(32)B(2)C(0)D(0)F(0)A-/B+(4)
Based on 40 reported grades
A: 19
A+: 13
B+: 3
Rather_Not_Say: 1
Common Tags
Caring (25)
Gives good feedback (19)
Respected (15)
Participation matters (14)
Inspirational (13)
Clear grading criteria (11)
Amazing lectures (8)
GROUP PROJECTS (6)
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Ratings by Course

101

5.0

(2)

SPEECH

5.0

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SPEECH101104

5.0

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SP104

5.0

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Difficulty by Course

SP104

3.0

SPEEC104

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COMM101

2.4

101

2.0

SPEECH

2.0

Reviews (146)
5.0
2.0
SPEECH101
May 9, 2002

She's really nice and helpful

5.0
5.0
SPEECH
Jan 31, 2003

Really helps you overcome the fear of public speaking.Very sexy teacher ever.

4.0
1.0
SPEECH101
May 29, 2003

lets you use lots of notes

5.0
1.0
SPEECH101
Jun 15, 2003

She is the best teacher I ever had. I learned alot from her.

5.0
2.0
SPEECH
Dec 3, 2003

Super hot and smart Owww!

5.0
1.0
SPEECH101
Dec 4, 2003

The Best!! I would change my entire schedule around to take her class!!

5.0
4.0
SPEECH101
Mar 4, 2004

Do whatever you can to take her class. She is just such a delight to work with.

5.0
2.0
SPEECH101
Apr 3, 2004

She is the best! Easy to take. Easy multiple choice exams. Very involved and enthusiastic about teaching. TAKE HER!

5.0
1.0
SPEECH101
Apr 5, 2004

The best teacher ever. Everyone must take her! Multi choice tests and gives students self confidence that they need to complete a successful speech.

5.0
2.0
SPEECH101
Apr 13, 2004

She's the nicest teacher! So helpful and understanding! I'm so glad that I had her!

4.0
1.0
SPEECH101
Apr 28, 2004

She's nice and easy..a bit slow, and ditzy however. But, good class to take.

5.0
1.0
SPEECH101
May 6, 2004

Simply the best speech teacher at pierce. YOu must take her, change all your other classes if you have to but take her.

5.0
2.0
SPEECH101
May 22, 2004

She's a funny and wonderful teacher. She makes learning fun and is never boring. She will help you in any way she can and I strongly recommend to take her.

5.0
2.0
SPEECH101
May 25, 2004

She has great energy, and has an amazing ability to make everyone in class feel comfortable with themselves. Highly reccomend her if you want to get an "A" in Speech 101 class.

5.0
1.0
SPEECH104
May 27, 2004

She is great! Extremely nice, extremely caring, always willing 2 help! If u get good grades on 4 things in her class, u don't have 2 take the final! Everythng on her tests r in the notes that she gives u! Only "real" presentation is w/ a grp, so

5.0
1.0
SPEECH101
May 28, 2004

She is excellent! Easy on grading, and very understanding!

5.0
1.0
SPEECH101
May 29, 2004

If you hate speech class like I do, take her. Anderson is best teacher I have ever had. Understanding and friendly. She is there to pass everyone.

5.0
1.0
SPEECH104
Jun 15, 2004

Two words. THE BEST.

5.0
1.0
SPEECH101
Jun 17, 2004

veeeeeeeery easy. and very nice. i highly recommend her.

5.0
1.0
SPEECH101
Jun 21, 2004

She is quite a teacher--one of those unique ones that you search for for years. She lays out everything required and then assists you to get an "A." I highly recommend her to anyone, whether you are an accomplished speaker or a novice with sta

5.0
2.0
SPEECH104
Jun 29, 2004

She's an amazing teacher, helpful & caring.the only thing you got to do is to read your notes and the tests are fairly easy.some extra credit as well.

5.0
1.0
SPEECH101
Jul 5, 2004

She is the greatest!!! i was so scared to take a speech class, but she made public speaking so easy and fun. i learned a lot from her.

5.0
1.0
SPEECH101
Jul 5, 2004

She's the greatest! you can learn a lot from her

5.0
1.0
SPEECH101
Sep 9, 2004

She is the best teacher ever in pierce college...she makes learning so much fun!!! TAKE HER FOR SPEECH!!! i took her class in summer and i had alot of fun...the environment in the class was so comfortable. she is very helpful and friendly.

5.0
2.0
SPEECH101
Oct 3, 2004

Great class. She's the most enthusiastic professor on campus. Organized, thoughtful, kind. Don't take anyone else for speech.

5.0
1.0
SPEECH101
Grade: A
Nov 18, 2004

great teacher. very easy class. willing to work with you and is very laid back. easy A

5.0
2.0
101
Dec 5, 2004

she is hot

5.0
1.0
SPEECH101104
Dec 14, 2004

Great teacher. Got rid of my frear of public speaking. Very enthusiastic. :) From a rating from 1 to 10 i give her 4 thumbs up!

5.0
1.0
SPEECH
Dec 16, 2004

No Comments

5.0
1.0
SPEECH101
Jan 3, 2005

excellent professor, i highly recommend her class,Intersing class . she grades farily and is flexible. You'll love this class.

5.0
1.0
SPEECH101
Jan 3, 2005

This is one of my favorite teachers at pierce. She is easy going.. Makes you feel comfortable and is pretty hot!

5.0
2.0
SPEECH101
Jan 15, 2005

She is a great speech teacher. I had a lot of fun in her class and she gives chances to students to do their work if something happened. She is funny, intelligent, the best professor at Pierce College. Take her for Speech 101!!

5.0
1.0
SPCH101
Jan 22, 2005

Best looking teacher on campus!!!!! Easy A as long as when you give a speech words come out of your mouth. Wish she taught my other courses

5.0
1.0
SPEECH101
Jan 24, 2005

VERY VERY EASY AND NICE TEACHER!!!! VERY HELPFUL AND WILLING TO WORK WITH U. SHE IS THE BEST TEACHER EVER!!!

4.0
3.0
SPEECH101
Feb 6, 2005

pretty intense winter session alot of info in 5 weeks fair grader hard to stay focused on her lecture cause shes pretty good looking and a tight bod! great class specially sensitive to you if ya have public speaking anxiety very infomative and important skill to have!

5.0
3.0
SPEECH104
Feb 10, 2005

Mrs. Anderson was a rare find. I randomly decided to take her speech 104 class, and it was fun, informative, and not too taxing in terms of homework etc. A+++

5.0
2.0
SPEECH101
Mar 20, 2005

She was one of the best teachers that I have ever had. She really cares about her students. I would reccomend her to everyone.

5.0
2.0
SPEECH101
Apr 10, 2005

Very nice, genuinely wanted students to like her class and to learn. Made class very interesting and worth going to every meeting.

5.0
3.0
SPEECH101
Apr 12, 2005

I must have taken this same class with 4 different professors and none could make me finish the class like Professor Anderson did. Truly inspiring, keeps the class motivated to public speaking, the class dynamic was great, overall I give her an A+++++ I highly recommend you take her.

5.0
1.0
SPEECH
Apr 30, 2005

No Comments

5.0
1.0
SPEECH101
May 4, 2005

I appreciate Professor Anderson's way of teaching this class,, she is fun and she is well inspired teacher.. I had her for the winter 2004 and she made the class fun but easy.. she is the best..

5.0
1.0
SPEECH101
May 7, 2005

No Comments

5.0
1.0
SPEECH101
May 11, 2005

She is sexy and really friendly. She will make you feel sooooo comfortable in giving speeches. The best teacher ever. Its easy, because she explains everything clearly and actually helps you to succeed in the class. You'll walk out enjoying the class and you'd feel like you want to take it again

5.0
1.0
SPEECH101
May 16, 2005

No Comments

5.0
2.0
SPEECH101
May 19, 2005

she' really nice and make you really confi in class. she the best teacher ever

5.0
2.0
SPEECH101
May 25, 2005

She is a sweetheart and the best professor I have EVER had at Pierce.She cares and is very understanding.I was so nervous about taking Speech 101,but now that I'm done,I wanna take it again!I HIGHLY recommend her!

5.0
1.0
SPEECH101
May 26, 2005

She's nice. And she's kind of hot. So yeah if you wanna get an A go for her.

5.0
1.0
SPEECH101
May 28, 2005

Great teacher, very caring and easy. Very muy muy sexyyy and smart. Will understand any problem and easy class. But you must attend classes.

5.0
2.0
SPEECH101
Jun 18, 2005

ok so shes hot, i get it. But her grading is so weird. I dont get her and cuz of one stupid thing she gave me a B and im mad. But she does care and she is nice

5.0
3.0
SPEECH104
Jun 22, 2005

She is the best teacher I've ever had! She is passionate about the subject matter and makes the material fun. She is sincerely concerned about her students and bends over backwards to assist if necessary. She brings yummy treats to class and has a great sense of humor. TAKE HER IF YOU CAN!!

5.0
3.0
SP104
Grade: Rather_Not_Say
Sep 8, 2005

AWSOME PROFESSOR!!!!!!!!!

5.0
1.0
SPCH104HONORS
Oct 27, 2005

Too easy for an honors class. Nice lady. Fun.

5.0
2.0
SPEECH104
Nov 12, 2005

very cool teacher very nice i got an A in the class by luck you really need to study for her test and you'll do good

5.0
1.0
SPEECH101
Dec 2, 2005

very fun and easy class. she is a very nice lady. very helpful

5.0
1.0
SPEECH104
Dec 5, 2005

Very nice teacher! She gives reading quizzes after every reading but they're not difficult. She also gives you study guides before the tests so you should have no problem doing well. Very nice and interesting- she does not judge you based on your opinions. If you get the chance, take a class with her!

5.0
2.0
SPEECH101
Jan 8, 2006

This is one of the best teachers I've ever had. If you are afraid to take speech, don't worry~~you are very safe in this teacher's hands. She is so nice and so helpful. I highly recommend her, if you can even get in! She's in demand...

5.0
2.0
SPEECH101
Jan 15, 2006

I was so afraid of speech, but this teacher made the class a piece of cake! Great! She always encourage you to do better! Strongly advised!!

5.0
3.0
SPEECH104
Jan 20, 2006

Nicest Teacher!! I love her!! She is the reason I am going into education!! She is VERY helpful. By far the BEST professor at Pierce!!

5.0
2.0
COLLEGESUCCESS
Jan 21, 2006

SHES AN AMAZING TEACHER WITH A GREAT OUT LOOK AND WONDERFULL TEACHING SKILLS

4.0
1.0
SPEECH104
Jan 23, 2006

Pretty easy class, it was fun, had interesting discussions, but kind of a BS class. Ms. Anderson is really nice and makes it pretty easy to get an A.

5.0
1.0
SPEECH104
Jan 30, 2006

Teacher of the Year! Her class is interesting, fun, and easy... but that doesn't take away the value of the course. Worrying about grades isn't a factor as long as you do all the simple assignments so enjoying the class comes easy.

5.0
2.0
101
Feb 7, 2006

THE BEST ONE THAT I'VE EVER HAD! RECOMMENDEDFUN IN THE CLASS. WE NEED MORE TEACHER LIKE HER IN PIERCE.

5.0
1.0
SPEECH101
Feb 8, 2006

loved her. she's a great professor who is always excited about her classes. She also gives extra points for creativity.

5.0
2.0
SPEECH
Apr 25, 2006

Great Class and a hot teach to boot!!!

5.0
1.0
SPEECH104
May 16, 2006

Highly, highly recommended. She loves her job and it shows. Very straight forward teaching methodology. Just read what's assigned and you'll do fine on the reading quizes. The tests come directly from the study guides. Also was easy to get in; everyone not enrolled or on the waiting list was added. I'm also taking her for Speech 101 in the summer.

5.0
2.0
SPEECH101
May 25, 2006

she is so nice. this class is easy just follow what she tells you .you are going to be fine in her class mostly recomended

5.0
1.0
SPEECH101
May 27, 2006

Very worth taking. Highly recommended if you going to take speech. Awesome professor who cares about her students and she is passionate about her job. Very easy class

5.0
4.0
SPEECH101
Jun 8, 2006

Great personality, she did in her class like art speech. I like her stile. Very nise teacher, always take care of her students. Take her class and you will be good.

5.0
2.0
SPEECH101
Jun 15, 2006

Very nice person & she does know her stuff. Interesting to listen to! She wants you to learn. Good sense of humor. She is not a guaranteed A if you're a slacker! You need to do your work, so don't try to BS her! Show up, try to be on time, and BE RESPECTFUL OF OTHERS! Just follow the rules and you'll be fine. She helps with fear of public speaking

5.0
1.0
SPEECH101
Jun 20, 2006

The class is great...She's probably the hottest teacher at pierce and the class is cake, so why wouldn't you want to take her.

5.0
1.0
SPEECH
Aug 1, 2006

i hated the actual content of the class. i am very afraid of speaking in public but she was very nice and healpful. a very good teacher and she trys to make it easier.

5.0
1.0
SPEECH101
Aug 7, 2006

im terrified of talking in public, but she makes you feel really comfortable. she's a really nice teacher, and wants you to have fun with the class! i highly recommend her. she is probably one of the best teachers i've ever had, and i definitely enjoyed her class!

5.0
3.0
SPEEC104
Aug 16, 2006

she is great!!cool class, read the book and you'll be fine..she ma kes the class really fun!!!

5.0
1.0
SPEEC101
Dec 7, 2006

WOW! i loved her class, by far the best teacher at pierce. she is always helpfull and very nice. she makes the class very fun. awesome grading, extremely easy speeches, even if your bad at public speaking she makes it easy.

5.0
3.0
SPEEC104
Dec 21, 2006

She is the most amazing teacher. You not only have fun but you learn so much. She doesnt look at you as another student but as an individual. I highly recommend taking her class.

5.0
1.0
SPECH104
Jan 6, 2007

great teacher, very nice and understanding, always willing to help and really wants everyone to pass. i got an a. Not a hard class, but you have to do your work and read.

5.0
2.0
SPECH104
Jan 18, 2007

Such a cool teacher! Very patient and supportive. If you do the readings and participate in discussion, you will do well. She wants you to pass and gives a lot of extra credit opportunities.

5.0
1.0
SPEEC101
Feb 9, 2007

great teacher, very fun, makes the class exciting. she makes you feel comfortable giving a speech she is always positive and happy. one of the best teachers i've ever had!

5.0
2.0
SPEEC101
Feb 18, 2007

Great teacher, easy class... recommended teacher "if" you have to take this class.

5.0
1.0
SPEEC101
May 25, 2007

you owe it to yourself to take her, she is the best ever couple of quizes but really easy and she is so nice and helpful that you will fall in love with her class, I was so scared of this class and she made it so much easy for everyone like me and you are going to learn alot from her too, do your best and you will get a good grade, too.

5.0
1.0
SPECH101
Jun 1, 2007

easy, funny, fun, and pretty!

5.0
2.0
SPEEC101
Jun 11, 2007

Really caring teacher...very understanding. Follow the outlines and you are sure to pass. Anderson is by far the BEST speech teacher at Pierce!

5.0
1.0
SPEEC101
Jul 15, 2007

the majority of students dread the day they have to take a speech class. prof. anderson makes everyone feel more relaxed and more confident in public speaking. the class is easy... take her. her classes usually fill up FAST so that should also speak for itself.

5.0
1.0
SPEEC101
Jul 21, 2007

THIS IS THE BEST PROFESSOR I EVER HAD. SHE TAKES THE FEAR OUT OF PUBLIC SPEAKING. GETTING AN "A" IS EASY. SHE CARES ABOUT HER STUDENTS, AND ACTUALLY MAKES IT FUN AND INTERESTING. I ONLY WISH SHE COULD TEACH OTHER SUBJECTS. I HIGHLY RECOMMEND HER IF YOU NEED TO TAKE SPEECH.

5.0
1.0
SPEECSECT
Jan 5, 2008

incredibly sweet lady. she's fair and understanding and wants her students to do well. take her class..its really easy

5.0
1.0
SPECH104
Jan 18, 2008

This was a fun and easy class. No real individual speeches instead grp presentatons. Not so much mechanics of public speaking, rather the techniques of arguementation. Learned a lot in a fun and interesting way. Fun lady always in a good mood. Knows her stuff. Fair grader. Wish I'd taken her for 101. Highly recommend.

5.0
2.0
SPECH101
Feb 3, 2008

OH MY GOD… she is a beautiful person both inside and out. You will love her. SheÂ’s a genuinely caring, sincere, loving, educated, intelligent and interesting person. You would be lucky to have her as your teacher and will make you a better person. God bless Professor Anderson.

5.0
1.0
SPEE101
Apr 3, 2008

Are you afraid of public speaking? This is the class for you! Easy, eralxed, fun, helpful. I took her class 5 years ago and now I stilluse her textbook and teachings to help my daughter with her high school classes presentations.

5.0
1.0
SPEEC101
Jul 15, 2008

OOOOOhh. She's the best and I have sixty something people backing this up. I never thought that the speech class was this fun, but with her. DUDE It's regrettable to be a student at Pierce college and not take her.I took her in the summer.

5.0
2.0
SPECH101
Jul 19, 2008

Prof. Anderson is very helpful and makes this class fun and easy.I was dreading taking speech, but I'm glad I took her class. I'm a lot more comfortable with public speaking, now.She grades hard at the beginning, but don't be discouraged.You'll improve and do well on the last speeches and get an A!No reading,easy quizzes! Make sure you go to class!

5.0
2.0
SPEEC101
Aug 5, 2008

I dreaded taking speech, but Prof. Anderson made the class painless. She was supportive and encouraging, and really took a lot of the anxiety out of speaking in public. She assigned five speeches, one of them a group project. I am so glad I took her for Speech 101. Strongly recommended.

5.0
1.0
SPEEC101
Dec 10, 2008

I was scared of speech but after I took her, I am more comfortable talking infront of people. She's so helpful and has an amazing personality. I recommend her 100%.

5.0
1.0
SPEEC101
Jun 30, 2009

Anderson is one of the most amazing teachers ever... she really makes you want to come to her class every week. i never missed a section. she makes everything so easy for everyone no matter who you are and she is very understanding and fair. i thougt i got a C but ended up with a A!!! Youre crazy for not taking her!!!!

4.0
2.0
SPCH101
Aug 7, 2009

Honestly, she's very fun and energetic but it's not as easy as everyone is saying. I recommend her if your going to show up everyday and not be lazy. The only flaw of her class is that she gives quizzes, this is a speech class, not a science class. Other than that good expiernce and learned alot

3.0
5.0
SPCH101
Oct 24, 2009

Extremely enthusiastic and energetic. Succeeds in getting shy people to speak. She is helpful but also strict about some things, such as saying "uh" even once in a speech. Requires written assignments that are not required by others teaching the same class.

5.0
2.0
SPCH101
Grade: A
Dec 17, 2015

She is a amazing professor. My first time taking a speech class I thought I would be struggling but she made it clear of what she expects she will help you out and give you tips about how to present your speech and how to deal with being nervous. I would definetly take this class again.

5.0
4.0
COMM101
Grade: A
Jun 3, 2016
Would take again

I loved Anderson. She is super professional and kind. She does require a lot from students, for example, citing five sources during two speeches. We had a group project that I wasn't crazy about, but it worked out just fine. Use her office hours, she is very accessible.

5.0
2.0
COM121
Jun 9, 2016
Would take again

Really easy. Take her for this class if possible. Also, you don't really need the book. Just use the publisher's website. It has an outline there. GL! :)

5.0
3.0
SPCH101
Grade: A
Sep 16, 2016
Would take again

Professor Anderson is great! She is funny, understanding, respectful and organized. Her lectures are fun and she gives extra credit. You will do well in her class as long as you follow her instructions carefully and take assignments seriously.

Participation matters
Caring
GROUP PROJECTS
3.0
1.0
SPCH101
Dec 13, 2016
Would take again

More like a high school class. Very easy. Just show up and you will get an A or B. Speeches are short and she is a very easy grader. I never did do what she asked for and still got a good grade. If you are looking for a college class, this is not it.

Participation matters
GROUP PROJECTS
5.0
2.0
SPCH101
Dec 13, 2016
Would take again

Her assignments do require effort, but she is very clear with what we need to do and always makes everyone in the class feel comfortable. I honestly can't say enough great things about this woman! She's charismatic and super easy to talk to and truly cares about her students. Best professor I've had at Pierce! :)

Gives good feedback
Respected
Caring
5.0
2.0
SPCH101
Grade: A+
Dec 14, 2016
Would take again

Anderson was just the sweetest woman in the entire world. Her class is so much fun and it fills up FAST! I mean, have you seen her reviews? Her class helps so much with just everyday life, and she truly cares about how well you do and she's so willing to help. She gives you the answers to the test, but you have to pay attention to them!

Gives good feedback
Amazing lectures
Caring
5.0
2.0
SPCH101
Dec 16, 2016
Would take again

Shes an awesome Com teacher. Shes sweet and funny she teaches you good techniques for giving speeches. she really knows how to treat people who are anxious and is very caring and approachable. Her class was pretty easy

Gives good feedback
Respected
Caring
4.0
2.0
SPEECH101
Grade: A+
Dec 29, 2016
Would take again

Pretty easy A if you follow her guidelines and go off her examples. The only hard part is getting up there at first, but she makes it very easy as the class goes on & you'll get comfortable. Quizzes were a bit tricky but easy to ace (drops lowest) 5 speeches, the persuasive & informative are the hardest. 1 group presentation. EC is also given.

Gives good feedback
Clear grading criteria
Caring
4.0
2.0
COMMSTUDIES101
Apr 28, 2017
Would take again

She was absolutely amazing and made me feel so much more comfortable presenting than anyone else. She was pretty funny and very very nice. Would recommend.

Participation matters
Skip class? You won't pass.
5.0
2.0
COMM101
May 18, 2017
Would take again

Anderson really loves her job, you can tell as she's always happy to be there. This class has 6 speeches (self intro, group, true story, informative, persuasive, and impromptu) but she really makes you feel comfortable. Her grading criteria is really clear and if you follow it you'll get an easy A. Participation is 15% of your grade.

Participation matters
Clear grading criteria
GROUP PROJECTS
5.0
1.0
COMM101
Grade: A+
May 26, 2017
Would take again

She is the wonderful teacher and really thought-provoking. She will give you tons of extra credit so you should get the chance (extra % from no technology during the class room, 5% for communication competition). The speech includes several parts, importantly only the persuasive and informative speech which take up most of the score. Easy A

Gives good feedback
Respected
Participation matters
5.0
2.0
SPCH101
Grade: A+
May 31, 2017
Would take again

Professor Anderson is THE BEST! On the first day of this class, I wanted to drop it but glad I didn't! She will make you so comfortable & gives great feedback on every speech! I would so retake this class. Show up, participate bc it is 15% of your grade. TAKE HER! She is the best!

Gives good feedback
Participation matters
GROUP PROJECTS
5.0
1.0
COMM101
Grade: A+
Jun 1, 2017
Would take again

the BEST speech professor, hands down. If you're like me, and are terrified of public speaking, DO NOT WORRY! Anderson creates a very respectful environment, and WILL help you overcome shyness. Just show up, because participation is worth a good (15%?) of your grade, and stay on track. Prepared most speeches the night before and got over 100%.

Gives good feedback
Clear grading criteria
Caring
5.0
1.0
SPCH101
Grade: A+
Jul 4, 2017
Would take again

This is a public speaking class! It's basically all speeches and absolutely no tests. Professor Anderson is a saint. She is one of the sweetest teachers I have ever met. She's understanding and wants you to succeed. Participate and work hard, if you do so, I can assure you an A! It's a fun class and you learn a lot about yourself. Take!!

Gives good feedback
Inspirational
Caring
5.0
4.0
COMM101
Jul 18, 2017
Would take again

An easy A. Very helpful and knowledgeable professor who cares about her students

5.0
2.0
SPEECH101
Grade: A+
Oct 18, 2017
Would take again

She is a great Professor, English is not my first language, but she made me feel confident. Definitely, take her, you will not regret it and you will enjoy her class.

Participation matters
Inspirational
Caring
5.0
2.0
COMM121
Grade: Not sure yet
Dec 5, 2017
Would take again

Such a great professor! She's so caring and very energetic. Has eight optional assignments to choose from, and only requires five of them, (either participation, short journals, three tests, two projects, or a final essay). Allows a 4x6 notecard on tests. Very easy, meaningful material, and she lectures with PowerPoint slides. Highly recommended!

GRADED BY FEW THINGS
Amazing lectures
Caring
5.0
2.0
SPECH101
Grade: A+
Dec 7, 2017
Would take again

Amazing professor! Professor Anderson is so nice and cares for her students! She helps you build your confident when delivering speeches and she gives great feedback. She respects her students and she wants everyone to succeed.

Gives good feedback
GROUP PROJECTS
Would take again
4.0
2.0
COM121
Grade: A
Dec 22, 2017
Would take again

Professor Anderson was a really nice professor. I loved going to her class. Her lectures were really clear and interesting. She brought brownies twice and they were really good. She makes the class stress free and fun. I highly recommend her! One of the best teachers I have had

Participation matters
Clear grading criteria
Amazing lectures
5.0
1.0
COM121
Grade: A+
Jan 7, 2018
Would take again

Professor Anderson is great! She makes the class a fun environment for everyone. Loves when people participate and bring their personal experience into the lectures. Participation is important, missed 1-2 classes won't affect your grade but can boost it up at the end. A ton of extra credit is offered.

Amazing lectures
Caring
Would take again
5.0
2.0
COM121
Apr 28, 2018
Would take again

Amazing

Caring
Hilarious
Inspirational
5.0
2.0
SPCH101
Grade: A
May 17, 2018
Would take again

This class really helped me learn to speak in front of an audience! Thank you professor Anderson.

Participation matters
Inspirational
Clear grading criteria
5.0
2.0
SPEECH101
Grade: A
May 21, 2018
Would take again

She was honestly the best teacher! She made sure we had a good class environment and not only was it fun but it was a very easy class. You also learn a lot from her!!

Inspirational
Amazing lectures
Caring
5.0
1.0
COMM121
Grade: A+
May 25, 2018
Would take again

tries to get everyone to participate, gives clear examples, you watch hilarious videos that help you intake the lecture. she gives you 8 assignments for the whole semester and you pick only 5 that you wanna do and thats your grade. you do all 8 she drops the lowest 3, easy class if you aren't a good test taker. dont buy book! EASY but u rlly learn

Respected
Participation matters
Hilarious
5.0
2.0
SPEECH101
Grade: A
Jun 7, 2018
Would take again

gives 5 speech. in 5, there are 2 speeches she gives full credit if u just do it. 1 group presentation so easy. then 1 persuasive speech, then last a speech where she assigns u in the final day, and gives 10-15 min to prepare go up n do, she doesnt care about the time for this speech ( she gives A for almost everyone) most ppl stay up there 1-2 min

Respected
Hilarious
Caring
5.0
2.0
SPCH101
Grade: A
Jun 19, 2018
Would take again

She is awesome!! Makes public speaking a breeze. She really does a great job connecting the class and making everyone feel at home. Its an easy A if you do your part. We did our quizzes in groups, but you should still look over the material. The speeches are easy, just follow her guidelines. She loves her students and she really loves teaching.

Gives good feedback
Inspirational
Hilarious
5.0
2.0
SPEECH101
Grade: A
Jul 14, 2018
Would take again

She assigns 5 speech and 5 quizzes. For the 2 of the speeches, she gives full credit, even if u didn't meet the time requirements or was unprepared. Out of the 5 quizzes, she will drop the lowest quiz. Also, 3 of the quizzes are done in a group of 4-5 people. She pretty much gives everyone an A for all the speeches. U learn a lot in this class.

Respected
Caring
4.0
2.0
COMM121
Grade: B-
Oct 24, 2018
Would take again

She assigns one speech there are a lot of group activities but there quick and easy and you do them in class. She is extremely nice and funny. If you are not good at testing than there are other ways to pass her class without ever having to take a test.

Inspirational
Caring
EXTRA CREDIT
5.0
2.0
SPECH101
Grade: A
Dec 6, 2018
Would take again

I cant explain how she is wonderful

Respected
Amazing lectures
GROUP PROJECTS
5.0
1.0
COMM121
Grade: A
Dec 12, 2018
Would take again

This class was lots of fun and rewarding as I learned a lot. Professor Anderson made the class very easy to pass as long as you showed up, did your work on time and participated in class. The tests are tricky sometimes but she prepares you well for them if you show up for class.

Participation matters
Clear grading criteria
Hilarious
5.0
2.0
COMM121
Grade: A
Dec 18, 2018
Would take again

She's a really great professor. She gives you 6 options to determine your grade in the class from which u choose 4. As long as you participate a little, complete the journals (with every extra credit journal), and do okay on the first two tests which are common sense, you won't even need to take the final.

Respected
TEST HEAVY
Caring
5.0
2.0
SPECH101
Grade: A
Jan 31, 2019
Would take again

She's simply amazing, she wont put you on the spot and you'll really learn so much from her.

Gives good feedback
Participation matters
Caring
5.0
4.0
COMM101
Feb 16, 2019
Would take again

Absolutely loved her class. I recommended her to a few of my friends and they absolutely love her class as well. Very fair when it comes to grading and she really does love her job. Would definitely take her all over again.

Clear grading criteria
Inspirational
Caring
5.0
3.0
COMM121
Mar 18, 2019
Would take again

The best professor at Pierce, very nice and her lectures are so interesting

Caring
Respected
Inspirational
5.0
3.0
COMM121
Apr 11, 2019
Would take again

Amazing professor

Amazing lectures
EXTRA CREDIT
Group projects
5.0
3.0
SPEECH101
Grade: A
Jun 10, 2019
Would take again

Before I took this class I used to hate giving speeches because I was so nervous and shy. She really helps you get through these things and towards the end of the semester I actually enjoyed going up to speak.

Gives good feedback
Participation matters
Clear grading criteria
5.0
2.0
COMM101
Grade: A
Dec 8, 2019
Would take again

Professor Anderson is so sweet and caring. She really helps you feel more comfortable with public speaking. She's a very easy grader and is always so positive. She also brought candy to class multiple times! I took the hybrid class, so I went to campus once a week and did the rest of my work online. She always sends reminders which is nice!Love her

Gives good feedback
Respected
Caring
5.0
3.0
SPECH101
Grade: B+
Jan 16, 2020
Would take again

I took her for comm 101. She cares for her students. Open book tests. And the first presentation, is an automatic A.

Respected
Amazing lectures
Caring
5.0
4.0
SPEECH101
Jun 4, 2020
Would take again

Anderson is kind, compassionate, and inspiring teacher. She genuinely cares about every student and wants you to succeed. She is clear about her grading criteria and makes herself available to work through challenges. I had some big challenges with speech because Im overly attached to written word. Her feedback helped me push through.

Gives good feedback
Caring
Inspirational
5.0
1.0
SPCH101
Grade: A+
Jul 15, 2021
Would take again

I was in the Communications 101 Public Speaking class. This teacher was the best professor. She was kind gave great feedback, answered emails quickly, and she really cared about her students. Her assignments were VERY easy yet understandable. She really gave lots of good pointers and tips for becoming a great public speaker. Take her class!!!

Gives good feedback
Respected
Inspirational
4.0
3.0
COMM101
Dec 8, 2021
Would take again

She is super caring and this class was very easy. She is very passionate about the subject. 4 speeches total which are about interesting topics

Caring
Clear grading criteria
EXTRA CREDIT
5.0
2.0
SPEEC101
Grade: A+
Dec 16, 2021
Would take again

Professor Anderson has one of the nicest/ lenient grading criteria I have ever seen in a class. If you want to take communications and you do not know if any other teachers are good, take professor Anderson

Gives good feedback
Respected
Clear grading criteria
3.0
3.0
COMM101
Grade: B
Dec 29, 2021
Wouldn't take again

her class is ok. turns out i didnt have to take her class for what i want to do and i kinda wish i didnt. i didn't care much for public speaking as its just not my cup of tea. shes a fine teacher and I'm sure another student would say she was great but it just wasnt for me.

Gives good feedback
Lecture heavy
5.0
1.0
COMM101
Grade: A
May 21, 2023
Would take again

I was afraid of taking this class because I hate speaking in front of strangers, but Professor Anderson really help making the class fun and enjoyable. She answers quickly on canvas if you a better understanding of the assignment. I recommend anyone who is afraid of public speaking to take her class you wont regret it. Truly a GEM!!

Amazing lectures
Clear grading criteria
Gives good feedback
5.0
3.0
COMM101
Grade: A-
Jul 22, 2023
Would take again

Honestly, before I take any class I always check reviews and I'm so glad I took her class. In this class, she gives many extra credit opportunities and even regrades assignments you might have gotten a few points off of. Her class was so fun and easy and she always gave great feedback. If you're looking for a lightweight work load I recommend her!

EXTRA CREDIT
Amazing lectures
Respected
5.0
2.0
COMM101
Grade: B+
Dec 22, 2023
Would take again

Prof. Anderson was one of the best profs I've ever had, even online. Her weekly lectures were easy to follow and engaging. There was a total of 4 speeches, including final, along with a few discussions and assignments in between. Just do the work. She is also super caring, funny, considerate, and responds to emails quickly. Highly recommend her!!

Amazing lectures
Inspirational
Caring
5.0
3.0
COMM101
Grade: B+
Nov 15, 2024
Would take again

Professor Anderson is an engaging teacher who makes public speaking enjoyable. With helpful feedback and extra credit opportunities, her class is a great choice, even for those who dread presentations. Unstuckstudy was a game-changer for my speech prep.

5.0
2.0
COMM101
Grade: A
Dec 14, 2024
Would take again

Professor Anderson is genuinely one of the sweetest, most charismatic professors that I have ever had the fortune of learning from. After taking her course, I gained a newfound appreciation for the art of public speaking. Your grade will reflect the effort that you put into this course. Will truly miss her enthusiastic and upbeat lectures.

Inspirational
Caring
Respected
5.0
2.0
COMM101
Grade: A
Feb 22, 2025
Would take again

Couldn't recommend more! I never leave reviews but she deserved one. Took her online for Comm 101 and she gives a normal amount of assignments, a decent amount but nothing crazy, but they're all easy af and chat gpt-able. She accepts latework, grades fairly, and gives such nice feedback. Easy class with a lenient and kind teacher would retake!

5.0
2.0
COMM101
Grade: A+
Jul 26, 2025
Would take again

Great Great Teacher!!! Take her class she is so nice and kind and really wants you to succeed! I am not the best public speaker but she makes it fun and she wants everyone to do their best. One of the best teachers!!!

Participation matters
EXTRA CREDIT
Gives good feedback
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