4.4

Beth Haddrell

English - Hunter College

4.4
Quality
2.1
Difficulty
100%
Would Retake
101
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4.4
Quality
2.1
Difficulty
4.3
Helpful
4.4
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100%

Would Retake

101

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101 total ratings

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What Students Say

Professor Haddrell is not only an excellent professor, she's a wonderful person

ENG352 - 5.0 rating

I highly recommend her

ENG338 - 5.0 rating
Class Info

Online Classes

100%

Attendance Mandatory

94%

Textbook Required

14%

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B+ (4)
A- (3)
Grade Distribution
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Based on 23 reported grades
A: 12
B+: 4
A-: 3
Not_Sure_Yet: 1
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Gives good feedback (12)
Hilarious (6)
Participation matters (5)
Clear grading criteria (4)
Respected (4)
Caring (4)
Skip class? You won't pass. (3)
Accessible outside class (3)
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Reviews (99)
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ENG337
Aug 9, 2002

good teacher

5.0
2.0
ENG220
Dec 15, 2002

Highly Recomended. Work is easy and the classes are fun.

5.0
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ENG337
Mar 4, 2003

Great teacher who keeps things interesting and makes the effort to make class fun. She knows her subjects very well and has no trouble relating them to the students. Plus she like Monty Python & brings candy on the holidays - What's not to love?

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CHAUCER
Mar 31, 2003

she is so amazing! you can ask her anything, and she will have the answer. it doesnt even have to be about the class work. she is very down to earth. anyone who takes her class once, takes the rest that she teaches. shes amazing! i love you beth!!!!

5.0
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ENG
Apr 12, 2003

Beth is an AWESOME teacher! Her classes are always fun, the workload isn't bad, and she's a genuinely cool person -- highly recommended!

5.0
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ENGL393
Apr 12, 2003

Beth is WONDERFUL! She gives great examples that are easy to understand. She's also got a great sense of humor. Take the faerie tales class with her! THAT is an awesome class!

5.0
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ENGL220
Apr 21, 2003

Beth is a great teacher. She's laid back and very nice.

5.0
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ENG335
May 17, 2003

the only teacher that wants you to get an a...i wish she taught other classes, she's that awesome. take any class that she teaches.

5.0
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ENG335
Jun 12, 2003

She is a wonderful teacher. Keeps the class interesting and fun. Has incredible knowledge on every book and course she teaches.

5.0
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ENG220
Jul 18, 2003

easy A! she goes on a lot of tangents and i felt like i didnt learn much, but got an A- so who cares?

5.0
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SOC223
Nov 5, 2003

very upbeat and chearful! good class

5.0
2.0
SOC223
Nov 20, 2003

TOUGH CONCEPTS, BUT VERY UNDERSTANDING PROFESSOR ONLY GIVES ONE MIDTERM AND ONE FINAL

5.0
2.0
SOC101
Dec 8, 2003

Very cute and very interesting...a nice combination! The class was not hard, but there was enough stuff to learn (and the information actually stayed in my head after the class was over). This professor is one of the best!

5.0
1.0
ENG335
Dec 10, 2003

Beth is a great teacher, very helpful. She makes the hardest classes easy. Easy grader. Excellent teacher, I can't say it enough

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ENGLISH335
Mar 7, 2004

Fantastic teacher who seems to really care. Very funny & uses great pop culture references as comparisons. TIP: She loves Harry Potter & Monty Python, so be sure to make mention of both. ;)

4.0
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ENGL331
Jun 22, 2004

No Comments

3.0
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ENGL335
Jul 6, 2004

No Comments

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ENGL335
Jul 8, 2004

No Comments

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ENG335
Sep 21, 2004

Not very helpful when it comes to talking about the text. Talks about everything else besides the text.

5.0
2.0
ENG120
Nov 2, 2004

A helpful teacher who makes you feel at ease in class.

5.0
3.0
SOC101
Nov 10, 2004

Very smart, witty, funny, attractive - prof. halling definetly keeps you interested and awake - class material is stimulating and halling makes you think - 3 exams - 1 paper

4.0
2.0
SOC101
Grade: A
Nov 20, 2004

He makes all the material easy to understand, and cracks a few jokes now and then to keep people awake. His tests are easy and the class was enjoyable.

4.0
2.0
ENG120
Nov 25, 2004

She is a great teacher and very funny. She makes class interesting and fun, and the class at all isn't difficult. Loved this teacher and so will u.

3.0
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SOCIOLOGY223
Nov 28, 2004

good professor....gives good lectures...sometimes take home exams.... not as hard as classical soc theory... recommended

5.0
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ENG220
Dec 28, 2004

She is a very nice and understanding professor. Her class is fun and interesting. She is always willing to give you a good grade if you show your effort.

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SOCIALTHEORY
Dec 7, 2004

Excellent Professor with the ability to keep one's attention on a cold and rainy afternoon. His experience, wit, charm and intelligence is a valuable asset to CUNY (especially Hunter College)and to the present and future students of Sociology. Not to mention, he is very handsome! Take the class...

4.0
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SOC101
Jan 26, 2005

Mark's a cool guy. Don't have to really attend all lectures. Sometimes gave POP quizzes, just to make sure people got to class on time. Loves Seinfeld and speaking of the show in class. Material is easy to understand. Easy class, but you have to study (not too hard) for your grade. Fair grader.

5.0
2.0
SOC101
Jan 27, 2005

He's the best...Take his class...no really take his class...he is a great and u have fun in class...just dont be late!!!!!!

5.0
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ENG101
Mar 2, 2005

Great teacher. VERY funny so class doesn't ever get boring. Fair grader.

5.0
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CHAUCER
May 2, 2005

Potentially, this class could have been a drag because learning middle English is somewhat off-putting to me. But Professor Haddrell is very funny, very nice, and made Chaucer fun. This class ended up being one of my favs.

5.0
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SOC101
May 12, 2005

Nice guy, great professor, he has a great teaching style, got me very interested in the subject. His tests are fair and the one paprer assigned was easy.

5.0
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SOC101
May 13, 2005

One of the best professors i've had so far. because of him i am now a sociology major. keeps you awake and puts effort into remembering who you are and what u have to say. Simply the best, Take this class. PLUS, he is so adorable!

5.0
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SOC101
May 16, 2005

I had absolutely no clue about Sociology before I took the class and I will now major in it next semester. Easy class if you do the reading and a very funny and interesting teacher.

5.0
2.0
SOC101
Grade: A-
May 17, 2005

He's so funny and I really like his teaching! He's hot also =)

5.0
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SOC101
May 28, 2005

He is really one of the best...one of the few who doesn't let academia go to his head. He keeps the class relaxed, & fun, has a great sense of humor, is very attractive, and he is just a sweetheart! Every time I have a low-quality prof. in grad school, it makes me appreciate professors like this one that much more! =) Try to take him if you can.

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SOC223
Grade: B+
Jun 1, 2005

He was ok... I dunno. Definitely fun to look at, but in terms of clarity, sometimes lacking. Still got my A :) Loved the take home exams!

3.0
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SOC101
Jun 2, 2005

He stutters a lot lol But other than that he's cool. Not too bad on the eyes, but slow as hell when it comes to giving graded papers and exams back.

5.0
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SOC223
Grade: A
Jun 7, 2005

Great and funny guy, but tends to ramble and drift off to other things like "Seinfeld" episodes, upcoming movies, and celebrity gossip. Tests were easy and he was entertaining.

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SOC223
Jun 9, 2005

Theory is not an easy topic to understand, but Mark mad the class very interesting.Funny guy and a cutie pie ;O).A good professor for theory.

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3.0
ENG335
Jun 11, 2005

Great lady. Shes a fun professor. She talks about everything in class. She's just cool. Her papers are quite easy. She's just cool

5.0
4.0
ENG220
Jul 14, 2005

Wonderful, very intelligent and quick-witted. Her classes fly by and your stomach will hurt from laughing. Very fair grader; the effort you put into class will be the grade you get.

3.0
3.0
SOC
Jul 16, 2005

he made theory interesting and easy to understand. there r three take home exams..which r quite difficult, but as long as u do the reading..u'll be fine. his good looks can be distracting. he's also very charming and funny. i miss his face..i wish all prof were like him...

5.0
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SOCIOLOGY
Grade: Not_Sure_Yet
Aug 2, 2005

No Comments

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SOC101
Oct 2, 2005

It's a very fun class. He is very fun and has a great sence of humor. It really brightens my mornings. And he's pretty handsome!!

4.0
2.0
ENGLISH
Grade: B
Nov 5, 2005

No Comments

5.0
2.0
ENGL338
Nov 29, 2005

A very funny teacher, she makes the class bearable...a fair grader. I would definitely take a class with her again.

5.0
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ENGLISH
Grade: A
Dec 5, 2005

Shes a great professor, you'll love her

5.0
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ORSEM
Dec 19, 2005

She is such a good teacher. Class consists of silly excersizes and we just talk. Its a lot of fun and she is the easiest A possible. sa long as you hand everything in by the end of the semester you are safe. she is an awesome teacherr

5.0
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SHAKESSURVEY
Dec 28, 2005

fun&nice...go for it.

5.0
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ENGL338
Jan 19, 2006

hilarious woman, lectures are always fun and interesting, you'll find yourself never wanting to miss one. 2 papers, midterm, final. all pretty easy, if you put the time in. pretty fair grader, she likes sarcasm and humor, even in papers

3.0
3.0
ENG338
Feb 4, 2006

Whatever class you take with her you end up hearing her blabber about pop culture. It is funny at times but sometimes just a pain. There are days where she's ****y too, especially since she stopped smoking and she actually checks if you made notes in your book, which will then effect the grade. Didn't learn much, don't recommend her.

5.0
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ENG352
May 11, 2006

fun teacher. makes the class fun, sometimes goes off topic and talks about randoms things such as American Idol and what not. Her class is extremely easy, just read the books. the tests are open book and the papers are easy. you also have the choice to revise ur essay as many times as you want.

4.0
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ENGLISH338
Jun 6, 2006

She is SO funny and interesting! I never wanted to miss a class! The readings are pretty good and she makes it fun. No tests, only 2 papers, and the midterm and final, which are open book and open notes. She even lets you write a fanfic instead of a paper if you want! She's awesome.

3.0
3.0
ENGLISH338
Jun 25, 2006

She is not a good teacher at all. She does not encourage the students to be involved in the class. She does not call or ask the students about t the readings. She only knows people who are chatty but does not care about the others.

5.0
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ENG335337
Jul 16, 2006

I had Proff. Haddrell for Chaucer an literary aspects of folklore. I disagree with the person who said she does not care about her quiet students. She cares for all her students. I was very quiet and I still did well. Her assignments are fair and her exams are just easssy. And she is so intelligent, you will learn a lot from her lectures and you wi

5.0
2.0
ENG337
Aug 21, 2006

She is the bomb! I enjoyed every class with her. She has an open forum & encourages class participation. Her stories are funny and break the monotony. She is always available and really cares about her students;she wants you to do well.She allows rewrites and gives very helpful feedback.

5.0
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ENGL338
Nov 28, 2006

She teaches one of those classes where you don't realize you're learning anything until you're gone... She's very personable and smart. I'm trying to take another class with her in the spring.

5.0
2.0
ENGL338
Nov 29, 2006

Veryyy friendly and hilarious, extremely intelligent, makes Shakespeare fun. Tests were easy, so were papers and she allows rewrites--gives very helpful comments. Overall, highly recommended..! Take her!!!!

5.0
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ENG352
Dec 3, 2006

SHES THE BEST. FUNNY, KNOWS HER STUFF, AND NOT ALOT OF READING FOR A COLLEGE CLASS. MADE SHAKESPEARE SOUND LIKE HE WAS SPEAKING ENGLISH. GREAT PROFESSOR

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ENG337
May 17, 2007

There is no greater compliment than a student taking your class again when they dont have to. i took Haddrell twice because of her vivacious personality and the material she teaches. i LOVE how everything can be tied in with Harry Potter =] long live the "parking lot" slackers in the back of the room

5.0
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ENG337
Jun 11, 2007

I have taken professor Haddrell twice before and one would think that after that there could be no more amazement, but i really enjoyed her class. She is in her own right "a chilli pepper". Let the cries of "parking-lot" slanckers be heard!!

5.0
1.0
ENG338
Apr 17, 2008

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5.0
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ENGL338
Jul 22, 2008

Beth is one of, if not the, best professors I've had at Hunter She makes class fun and is understanding She's super smart and always has some background info on things Her assignments are fun yet challenging I definitely plan on taking another class with her, you learn and have fun at the same time... pretty sweet.

5.0
2.0
ENGLSHAK
Jan 3, 2009

She is HILARIOUS! I actually looked forward to going to class every day because she is so funny and nice.

2.0
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ENG338
May 28, 2009

Very Humorous but learned nothing. a terrible professor..goes hard for plagarism like its her life.. if you dont cite your basically fail..The worst professor in my college life

5.0
2.0
ENGL338
Oct 21, 2009

After taking Shakespeare with her, I knew I needed to take another class with Beth! Always funny and inventive with her answers and willing to help as needed. Her tests are a breeze but you still wind up learning. Be prepared to read though because she DOES assign ~8 books a class. Totally worth it though :D

4.0
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ENGL338
Nov 29, 2009

She is a fun professor but a harsh grader. She gives open book tests and 2 papers. She grades the same paper twice which is ridiculous because sometimes she lowers the grade after the second grading.

4.0
2.0
ENG338
Dec 1, 2010

great professor and very helpful. she is funny, too! a lot of reading and you have to read.

4.0
3.0
ENGL338
Dec 12, 2010

Fun Teach!

5.0
3.0
ENG338
May 29, 2011

2 essays one midterm and final. Both open book tests. She is funny and keeps the class interesting. She let's you re-write essays. Its almost impossible not to get an A in the class

3.0
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ENG338
Aug 20, 2011

she is fun but she is not easy. She gives a final which means you have to do close readings of many books. Even if it is an open book it's not that easy to look through 7 books when the clock is ticking. I wouldn't take her again. She gives the impression that she's easy going and then gives you a B. if you like getting easy A's don't take her!

5.0
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ENGL338
Feb 6, 2012

If you're looking for an easy A, this class is definitely not for you. She assigns a midterm and final with very specific questions so u have to pay close attention to lecture. 2 papers which she lets u re-write but she's a very tough grader. Heavy use of shakespeare plays, can't pass the class if you don't read them. Good job at making shake inter

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ENG338
Oct 12, 2012

An awful professor. She offers very little help with the papers unless you take the time to visit her office. Actually diminished my interest in the subject.

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ENG338
Nov 21, 2012

Don't even bother with this one, she has the false pretense about being all cheery-dispositioned and then she'll give you a B on something that you've literally worked on for days.

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ENG352
Dec 2, 2012

Professor Haddrell is not only an excellent professor, she's a wonderful person. She makes Shakespeare interesting and her enthusiasm for the subject is infectious. She is very helpful with papers, offering multiple revisions, and the main homework is reading the plays. She's such a wonderful professor that she makes Hunter a better school.

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ENG338
Dec 10, 2012

Everyone who has her says she's "good" but from my own experience, it's hard for me to praise her when she didn't reply to my emails. And they were about the papers- which are a MAJOR part of the grade. That was horrible, and since I didn't get an answer, my paper's grade suffered the consequences. Not fair.

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ENG120
Nov 17, 2014

Professor Haddrell is in all honesty one of the best professors I have eve taken in my entire life. She is completely laid back and very fun. She does value participation over attendance but that's not a signal not to come because she will be the highlight of your scheduled classes believe me. Take her class!

3.0
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ENGL35200
Grade: A
Dec 17, 2014

Beth can be very nice and funny, but she isn't always so clear about what she wants. Always include a works cited page (even if it's not a research paper), and indent paragraphs. She gave nice comments when we presented, but never gave us grades for them. She gives open book tests. Beth is very into what she's teaching.

4.0
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ENGL35200
Jan 28, 2015

Beth gives a midterm, two papers, and a final. Occasionally she gives a few in-class writing assignments, and pop quizzes. She also makes students do a presentation on the 1st paper. She's easy to talk to, and can be hilarious. Unfortunately the way she grades isn't always clear.

4.0
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ENG338
May 6, 2015

Professor Haddrell is an awesome Professor. There is a lot of reading ... A LOT & be ready for two papers that are a minimum of 8 pages each. ON THE POSITIVE SIDE - she is fair and lets you re-do your papers. There is a mutual respect between herself and students, although I could have gone without some obnoxious students, OVERALL understanding.

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ENG338
Jun 1, 2015

She is an extremely amazing, individualistic professor, not pretentious-- not to mention that she is kind. Her exams are open book, and assigns two papers. Her lectures are humorous and enlightening. Professor Haddrell is both respectful and well respected, which says it all. I highly recommend her.

5.0
1.0
ENGL337
Grade: A
Aug 29, 2015

Funniest Professor to date. I really don't understand the poor reviews; open book exams are too hard? Wants work to be cited? Blasphemy! It boils down to open book midterm and final, and two 6-8pg papers. Seriously, just make sure you show up, do the readings and are familiar with the text, if you fumble with the papers she lets you revise them

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ENG120
Dec 20, 2015

Fun prof, very nice and works with you whenever needed. Best class I took freshman semester.

5.0
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ENG120
Grade: A-
Dec 21, 2016
Would take again

Beth is so hilarious! One of the best English teachers ever! Despite her humor, she gives really great feedback. She encourages participation. A real gem! One of my highlights of my first semester of college. I've never gone a day without laughing in her class. Downside is she's a tough grader, but her class is doable.

Gives good feedback
Skip class? You won't pass.
Hilarious
5.0
2.0
ENG120
Grade: B+
Jan 27, 2017
Would take again

I am not one to participate much. I was in class everyday, handed everything on time, and received B+. Probably because I never raised my hand. Homework is not graded with a letter grade. It was clear what we needed in our portfolio since the first day of class. She offers a lot of feedback and is willing to help you outside of class if needed.

Gives good feedback
Participation matters
Clear grading criteria
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3.0
ENG220
Grade: A
Jan 30, 2017
Would take again

One of my favorite teachers! She makes things relatable and talks about current events that keep you interested in what literature you're discussing.

Gives good feedback
Respected
Participation matters
5.0
1.0
ENG337
May 19, 2017
Would take again

TBH wasn't interested in folklore at all, this class was a last minute choice, however Beth & her incredible passion really increased my interest! She's a fantastic professor, so funny and kind, and really wants to better her students. Absolutely take her class if you get a chance, she's a gem! Quirky, smart, HILARIOUS, and super super passionate!

Respected
Hilarious
Caring
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ENG220
Grade: B+
Aug 23, 2017
Would take again

loved her so much! she was straight forward and told you exactly what you needed to do to get an A!! was funny but be prepared to read a lot, and ATTENDANCE IS IMPORTANT

Gives good feedback
Skip class? You won't pass.
BEWARE OF POP QUIZZES
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ENG120
Grade: A
Nov 7, 2017
Would take again

Usual english class, gives great feedback, grades accordingly to your skill level as this is an English 120 course.

Gives good feedback
Inspirational
Clear grading criteria
5.0
1.0
ENG120
Grade: A
May 11, 2018
Would take again

an ACTUAL gem, Beth is not only a great professor but a great person as well. Her class was my first of the day on Wednesdays & it would honestly make me upset if I was running late. She always kept class interesting with her passion for the subject & her quirky humor. Very straightforward on how to get an A, show up & participate & you'll get an A

Gives good feedback
Inspirational
Hilarious
5.0
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ENG220
Dec 8, 2018
Would take again

Professor Haddrell is quite lenient. Her papers are graded leniently. She is a kind and funny professor. Her homework is light. Participate and do the work. An A- to A is highly achievable.

Participation matters
Hilarious
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5.0
2.0
ENG120
Grade: A-
Jan 5, 2020
Would take again

Her class is a light. Make sure you show up attendance is mandatory but you get three unexcused absences. She's really chill and if you do the work you won't get below an A-. Hw is on the lesser side but you do get some readings to do.

Skip class? You won't pass.
Graded by few things
Clear grading criteria
5.0
2.0
ENG120
Grade: A
Jan 3, 2021
Would take again

The best online professor ever. She makes the class very engaging and entertaining. Very hilarious, and caring. She understand that we have a tot of other hw. Very flexible with due dates as long as you ask for extension. She is the type of professor I would retake without any hesitation.

Gives good feedback
Respected
Accessible outside class
5.0
2.0
ENG33700
Grade: A
Jun 2, 2021
Would take again

One of the best Professors at Hunter. She's very funny, kind and understanding. Always willing to give extra credits and extension time to her students. She was always willing to give feedback and allow students to revise papers for a higher grade! Her feedback is very useful and will help you improve! Take her class if you have the chance!

Gives good feedback
Participation matters
Caring
5.0
2.0
ENG120
Grade: Not sure yet
Dec 20, 2021
Would take again

She is a very sweet professor. She will give you many chances to do your best. She knows how to connect with her students and she knows and understands that we are all human. She talks about her college experience and she really understands us and knows that we all have our own problems. Would take her class again in a heartbeat.

Caring
Gives good feedback
Accessible outside class
5.0
2.0
ENG120
Grade: A
Jan 31, 2022
Would take again

She's amazing! Gives very detailed feedback and allows you to redo assignments for a higher grade.

Gives good feedback
Accessible outside class
Amazing lectures
5.0
3.0
ENG337
Grade: A+
May 24, 2022
Would take again

Beth is truly wonderful--she is friendly, funny, and her guided discussions are very stimulating. She is also very approachable and offers great feedback. She wants you to do good in class so she allows corrections for every paper (a midterm and final paper). Definitely take her!

Clear grading criteria
Gives good feedback
Hilarious
5.0
1.0
ENG33700
Grade: A
May 25, 2022
Would take again

Beth is an incredible professor! She is so charismatic and truly loves what she teaches. She gives amazing feedback and allows you to get creative with your papers. I wish I could take her class again!

Gives good feedback
Hilarious
Respected
5.0
3.0
ENG337
Grade: B+
May 27, 2022
Would take again

Beth is really great. She is so approachable and helpful, and you can tell she loves to teach. As long as you do the readings and participate often, you should do just fine! I highly recommend taking a class with her.

Participation matters
Amazing lectures
Caring
Class Info

Online Classes

100%

Attendance Mandatory

94%

Textbook Required

14%

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95% confidence
Based on 21 grades
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Grade Distribution
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Based on 23 reported grades
A: 12
B+: 4
A-: 3
Not_Sure_Yet: 1
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