4.2

Bonnie Jefferis

Communication - St. Petersburg College (all campuses)

4.2
Quality
2.0
Difficulty
71%
Would Retake
152
Reviews
4.2
Quality
2.0
Difficulty
4.2
Helpful
4.3
Clarity

71%

Would Retake

152

Reviews

Rating Distribution
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What Students Say

Jefferis was very helpful in preparing me for my speeches

SPC1017 - 5.0 rating

I was excited for this class and greatly disappointed

MMC2100 - 2.0 rating
Class Info

Online Classes

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Attendance Mandatory

84%

Textbook Required

88%

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Reviews (151)
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MMC
Oct 11, 2002

MP!!!

4.0
2.0
MMC2100
Nov 2, 2002

No Comments

5.0
2.0
MMC2000
Jan 22, 2003

No Comments

4.0
1.0
MMC2100
Jan 23, 2003

Has numerous contacts in the media field

5.0
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MMC
Feb 19, 2003

No Comments

4.0
1.0
MMC2700
May 1, 2003

funny

5.0
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SPC1600
Jun 16, 2003

Teacher seemed not to care about subject, and cared less about grades.(In a good way). Take for an ENTERTAINING, easy class.

5.0
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SPC1600
Jun 26, 2003

DR. CLARK IS GREAT TO HAVE AT 8AM, HER APPROACH TO TEACHING IS FUN UPLIFTING AND HONEST. SHE REMINDS ME OF JERRY SEINFIELD.

5.0
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SPC1600
Jul 1, 2003

Dr. Clark is so staightforward and honest. She is a wonderful instructor. I enjoy her class and style of teaching.

5.0
1.0
SPC1600
Jul 18, 2003

Very funny and entertaining. Learned a lot at the same time.

4.0
1.0
ALL
Aug 27, 2003

I came across her as a fluke when I took SPC1600 and ever since, I am addicted to her classes. Her lectures resemble stand up comedy..but you need to get used to her teaching style. Only downfall is..u need to read the book!

5.0
3.0
COMM
Aug 28, 2003

Best communication professor I ever have. She makes the class fun. I took all her mass comm. classes.

5.0
2.0
MMC2100
Sep 2, 2003

i love her teaching...she will teach you something and then make it fun at the same time...you never feel like you are learning just facts...you have a great experience and gain a great amount of knowledge.

5.0
1.0
ALL
Sep 4, 2003

Bonnie is sooo funny! She is brilliant while providing a night at the improv!

4.0
1.0
MMC2000
Sep 5, 2003

funny funny funny AND informative

1.0
2.0
SPEECH
Nov 18, 2003

She tries to hard to be funny and is not very professional. By the end of the semester it was very hard to listen to her talk about how much she makes and how she is never wrong. Her class was easy but she did not teach much of anything.

5.0
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SPC1600
Dec 9, 2003

Dr. Clark is insane, but fun. Very flexable and straight forward. If you can entertain her in your speech you will get an "A".

5.0
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SPC1600
Dec 10, 2003

Wonderful teacher! Made me laugh all through the course. Definitely take Dr. Clark for your speech course!

5.0
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MMC2000
Dec 20, 2003

Dr. Clark is a trip: she's very straight forward, informative, funny as hell, and she definetly knows her ****. Not only did I learn but I became addicted to her class each week. She doesn't just concentrate on one form of Mass Comm. A lot of reading.

2.0
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SPC1600
Mar 17, 2004

Her classs is boring. It moves along like a snail. She rambles on about a topic five, ten, even a half-hour longer than she needs to I just wish she'd also go over relevant topics more often.

5.0
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MMC
Apr 6, 2004

dr. clark is amazing. she is hilarious. her class is fun (never dull) and helpful. definitely take speech with clark, you will remember the course forever.

3.0
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SPEECH
Apr 8, 2004

No Comments

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2.0
SPC1100
Apr 9, 2004

I wanted to stab myself in the neck every time she opened her big,fat,f****** mouth!Waste of time.More into herself than teaching the class.Thinks she's funny-WRONG!No time to take quiz cuz her constant droning!Dumber than a box of hair. Bad mullet!EZA

5.0
3.0
MMC2700
Apr 21, 2004

She is the best teacher at SPC :)

4.0
3.0
SPEECH
Apr 26, 2004

Can we say ROSIE O'DONELL! She blabs and blabs about bullshiet.....she wastes all class time over stupid jokes and stories that NOBODY cares about!

5.0
2.0
SPEECH
Apr 27, 2004

Bonnie is hilarious and lenient with work. She is one of the best teachers I've had. Speech can be hard for some people but she makes it a lot easier and gives a lot of time to prepare for them.

5.0
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MMC2100
Apr 28, 2004

No Comments

1.0
1.0
MMC2100
Apr 29, 2004

Waste of time instructor. Don't even bother going to her class, she'll waste you time and do NOTHING constructive!

5.0
1.0
MASSCOMM
May 7, 2004

Best Teacher ever. Very laid back and fun.

5.0
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MMC2700
May 21, 2004

The best professor I've ever had.. she's so funny and interesting that I really felt I learned something from this class. Because of her, I want to study more on Generation X and Y. I heart Dr. Clark!!!

2.0
3.0
SPEECH
May 26, 2004

Worst teacher ever. I hated speech before going into the class, and now I hate it even more. She treats students badly, and never shows up to class on time.

5.0
2.0
SPEECH
Aug 26, 2004

Dr.Jefferis now! Can we say Ellen DeGeneres!!! I kept waiting for her to pull a cigarette out of the Donkey thing Ellen has. Shows up to class 2 min. late EVERY CLASS but ALWAYS ends on time. Helpful, Lays out what is expected the very first day! THE BEST

5.0
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SPC1600
Aug 26, 2004

Even though the class has just started, I know its going to be fun... and she plays the drums too. COOL

4.0
3.0
SPEECH
Sep 3, 2004

Love her sense of humor! She is a terrific teacher and holds your interest through the entire class period. Might I also add that she is HOT!!! =)

5.0
3.0
MMC2000
Sep 9, 2004

fun and informative, this professor definately earned her chili peppers!

5.0
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SPC1600
Dec 2, 2004

Very good class! Youd think speech would be hell, but she makes it really easy for you , so if you have a hard time speeching you wont freak. She also tells storys and stuff to lighten the mood ,so its alot of fun!

4.0
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SPC1600
Dec 9, 2004

How could any of you idiots call this class not fun and not enjoyable. She is, with out a doubt, the funniest professor I ever had. I felt more like I was watching Comedy Central Presents than going to class. Not only that, the class is clear and concise. NO SURPRISES!!

4.0
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SPC1600
Dec 19, 2004

Dr. Jefferis is about as laid back as they come-but in a good sense! Uses an unconventional means of lecturing that is personable, colorful & HILLARIOUS. I _hated_ giving speeches, but improved in the end. Quizes are a cinch of you're willing to look at the chapters for 10-15 mins before the test.

5.0
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SPC1600
Dec 26, 2004

OMG! I love her. I like that she is a drummer and talks about getting a little action from the hubby! I laughed so hard in that class. She is so funny!!! Everyone is just as nervous as you are RELAX and have fun...Oh yeah and don't read 10 min. before the test. Do it the night before!

5.0
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INTROTOSPEECH
Feb 23, 2005

The most hilarious women I have ever met. She makes the class easy and really fun. Trust me she will have anybody cracking up. Take her for speech. She is so cool.

5.0
4.0
MMC2700
Mar 10, 2005

GREAT TEACHER, BOTTOM LINE.

5.0
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SPC1600
Apr 4, 2005

Amazing teacher. Keeps you interested. Thorough, clear and involved. Great at what she does. She's funny and makes class enjoyable. Definitely worth taking, class is an easy A.

5.0
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SPC1600
Apr 14, 2005

She's a great teacher! Loves to tell stories. A very easy A if you read the chapters and do what you are asked for speeches and assignments. Either you'll like her humor, or you won't get it!

5.0
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SPC1600
Apr 18, 2005

THIS PROFESSOR HAS MADE THIS TERRIFYING CLASS SO MUCH EASIER TO GET THROUGH. I KNOW EVERYONE WHO TAKES HER REALLY APPRECIATES HER!!

5.0
1.0
SPC1600
Apr 29, 2005

She is very encouraging

4.0
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MMC2700
May 9, 2005

Class was a breeze- do the assignments and get an A, no problem. She tells stupid stories and spend a whole class period Googling people's names she went to HS with- I can't say we had ONE classroom discussion about Pop Arts. But yeah, easy A I guess, even though I'm now unprepared for the next step

4.0
1.0
SPC
May 12, 2005

she's very amusing in class. she explains what she wants and how she wants things done very clearly. quizzes are VERY easy if u study or even don't b/c they're common sense questions. the class is easy if you follow her directions.

4.0
1.0
SPC1600
Jun 24, 2005

she is so funny, and she tries not to make a big deal about speeches. I would highly reccommend her.

4.0
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SPEECH
Aug 31, 2005

She was pretty easy. She is really loud and out there. she thinks she is funny but she is really a little bit annoying. she makes fun of people/students all the time and it can make you feel a little insecure. Overall the class was easy and I enjoyed it. If you are a nervous speaker you might want to pick another professor.

5.0
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SPC1060
Nov 6, 2005

Jefferis is great. She's quite amusing and the class isn't difficult if you put a little effort into it. She'll make you laugh.

4.0
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SPC1600
Grade: B+
Nov 14, 2005

I did not like her. She was funny at times but mostly annoying. I felt like every time I went she was wasting my time. You don't learn anything in class. But the class is pretty easy, just didn't like her.

3.0
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SPC1060
Grade: A
Nov 18, 2005

Dr. Jefferis is high on life and shares that with everyone. Her style of communication is open and humorous (which is subject to your own sense of humor). Educational information is scantily shared, however, you can learn more through observation. She's more than fair, but the workload is your responsibilty.

5.0
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SPC1600
Jan 17, 2006

GREAT TEACHER

5.0
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SPC1600
Jan 19, 2006

She is a comedian! She is full of life and loves to teach and she has a nact for her jokes... so just smile and laugh and enjoy the ride

5.0
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SPC1600
Mar 18, 2006

She is a good teacher. She has alot of quizes, but they are easy as long as you skim through the book.

5.0
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SPC1600
May 23, 2006

For a speech teacher, she is not concise in her speech. You may think that she is humorous, but overall she is annoying and insulting. She often uses profanity and does not grade on a consistent basis. She sets rules for her assignments and then proceeds to reward students who do NOT follow directions. Easy teachers cheat students.

5.0
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SPC1600
Jul 6, 2006

woow, this teacher is awsome.almost kinda like ol' brucey boy, since they r both funny, and out spoken+ easy multiple tests too.the best teacher i couldve ever asked for any class!

5.0
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SPC1600
Aug 6, 2006

This teacher is awesome. As long as you do your speech and show up there is no reason why you should not get an A.

5.0
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SPEECH
Aug 11, 2006

Best teacher I've ever had. I was actually bummed when the semester was over. If you're afraid of public speaking, you wont be after this class. She makes you feel comfortable getting up in front of the class. TAKE HER!

5.0
1.0
SPC1600
Aug 25, 2006

she was an awesome teacher. i had taken her previously and stopped going due to family problems. instead of failing me with 3 weeks in the semester to go she was nice enough and withdrew me. I then took her again this past summer and she kept all my previous work that i had done so all i had to do was show up to class finish one speech that i didnt

4.0
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SPC1600
Sep 12, 2006

she is so funny, and she tries not to make a big deal about speeches. I would highly reccommend her.

5.0
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SPC1600
Apr 1, 2007

Best SPC 1600 Teacher Ever

5.0
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SPC1060
May 16, 2007

She makes speech fun and is really nice! I actually learned something in this class and I had fun too!

5.0
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SPC1101
Dec 4, 2007

This is a great teacher. She actually teaches you. She lectures alot but they are very good. And she is soooooo hot. This is the best speech teacher ever

5.0
1.0
SPC1060
Mar 22, 2008

Best speech teacher alive. Class is always interesting. Grades good speakers harder then poor speakers...

2.0
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SPC1600
Mar 29, 2008

Wow Thats All I can say because this woman was the biggest joke of a teacher. Class is NEVER spent on upcomming speeches. We listen to the stories she tells multiple times. She thinks her class is a stand up show instead of a class. only take this teacher if you want no classwork. She never responds to email you will not learn anything about speech

2.0
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SPC1060
Mar 29, 2008

What this woman is doing still "teaching" is a good question. Whole classs hated her. Changed her mind on grading policy and didnt apply the same one to everyone. Never showed us what to do. Spent the class giving a "comedy show" instead of lecturing. Most of good comments left here were by her and she admited it so peopel would take her class.

5.0
2.0
SPC1060
Apr 3, 2008

She's the best

4.0
2.0
SPC1600
Jun 2, 2008

She is a bit crazy and thinks she is very sarcastic, but after awhile it becomes annoying. She is a good speech teacher though, she doesnt grade to hard and even if she acts like she could careless about your speech, most of the time she treats you farely. If you have no other options, I would take her.

5.0
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SPC1600
Jun 23, 2008

Great teacher!!!! If you need to take any course that she teaches... you should definitely take her!!! The best teacher I've had at SPC!!! =)

5.0
2.0
SPC1600
Jul 21, 2008

Best speech teacher ever! She was great. Very funny. She really made you feel comfortable. She is a pretty fair grader. Highly recommended.

5.0
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SPC1060
Dec 15, 2008

I have a BIG, huge even, fear of giving speeches, but, she made it easy for me. It was fun to go to class and she was so funny! She made the class VERRY easy. I tell my friends that if they need to take speech to take her. I even signed up for another class she is teaching next semester.

5.0
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ACG1600
Dec 18, 2008

GREAT TEACHER SHE ROCKS!! very easy to understand and very organized.

5.0
1.0
SPC1060
Jan 12, 2009

She is very helpful to get the class. She make student comfortable to speak in front of the class. She make the class time pass quickly and very funny. She let us out of class early each time. I enjoyed the class...

5.0
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SPC1060
Feb 11, 2009

Dr. Jefferis is an awesome professor. She makes class lectures extremely fun and informative. She is a fair grader, and as the speeches progress during the semester, her teaching style helps your speeches progress as well! Highly recommended! Just don't be in class when there's a fire drill!!! :)

5.0
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SPC1600
Mar 17, 2009

I got Mrs Jeffris on my thrid attempt taking this course after withdrawing twice before and I am gald I waited for her. She puts you at ease and takes a gentler approach to teaching this course that most would love to skip. Great teacher!!!

5.0
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SPC1600
May 6, 2009

Great teacher. She is so helpful and was a pleasure to have for speech! I've heard horror stories of other professors but this so far is the best professor I've had yet with SPC. She may not be "hot" but she adds humor to the classroom and provides "doable" assignments. I took accelerated 8 week course, great choice FYI, it flies by.

5.0
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SPC1600
May 9, 2009

If you have ANY fear of speech class then this is the teacher you want. She makes the class so easy and fun. Her classes are fun because she tells stories and makes everyone feel extremely comfortable. If you hate the idea of taking speech, take Dr. J. You will come out with an A and get it out of the way!

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SPC1600
Jul 1, 2009

Dr. Jefferis is by far one of the most amazing professors in SPC. She?s extremely funny and is very fair with grades!! I would take her over and over again! Thank you for making my speeches a little easier!

5.0
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SPC1600
Jul 4, 2009

I can't say enough about how awesome she is. Funny! Easy class. Only 3 speeches. I got A's on everything and I barely tried. She even canceled the last class, gave everyone a 100% on the final and let us make up all the missing work for a complete grade. So cool! I am even considering taking another one of her classes, that's not my major!

4.0
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SPCSPC
Jul 16, 2009

EASY "A" TRUST ME! SHE'S NICE AND FUNNY BUT TENDS 2 BE LATE ALL THE TIME AND ALWAYS TALKS ABOUT HER LIFE...WHICH IS FUNNY. SHE HAS A MAKE UP DAY IF U MISS ANY ASSIGNMNETS...WHICH IS VERY HELPFUL...I WOULD'VE FAILED HER CLASS IF IT WEREN'T FOR MAKE UP DAY.

5.0
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SPC1608
Nov 10, 2009

Dr. Jefferis is an awesome professor. She is very funny, and blends her teaching style with her humor well. It is an enjoyable class to attend and understand! All you need to do to get an A, is attend class, follow her study guide over the quiz, and practice your speech's before you present them.

5.0
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SPC1604
Nov 23, 2009

By far one of the best teachers here. If you're looking for an EASY Gen-Ed class, take this. She's gracious with her grading and is very humorous. Classes consist of 20 minutes of lecturing and the rest life stories and jokes. It's not a class that's really meant to be taken TOO seriously. I think she knows that too =)

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SPC1608
Dec 18, 2009

Dr. Jefferis class was one of the best that I have taken. The speeches are easy unless you are shy, like me, bt I did great. Her quizzes are done at home and they are open book if you make them up in class. The oulines are the hardest to do, but make sure to keep themat the length she shows you. She was very funny and I reccomend taking her class.

5.0
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SPC1608
Jan 6, 2010

Awesome Professor! Quizzes are easy if you read the material, I hated speech before this class but she makes it easy and she has a good sense of humor so it keeps class a little entertaining. Speeches are easy, if you just put a little effort you will do great! She does have a make-up day for if you end up missing a speech. Awesome class!!

2.0
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SPC1017
Jan 11, 2010

Her class is easy but she doesnt grade speeches fairly! Very sarcastic and sometimes offensive! She talks... ALOT! But overall her class ends up being really easy! As long as you do the assignments and get A's and get B's on the speeches... You'll most likely get an A.

4.0
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SPC15
Feb 24, 2010

Dr. Jefferis makes speech much easier, even though I was scared to death to speak in public. She does need to work on her sarcasm with students. I lost respect for her due to that. She also does not return emails quickly. However, she loves what she does and teaches it well. I would take her again.

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SPC1608
Mar 19, 2010

I was pretty excited about taking this class to begin with. I had heard great things about her. In actuality she's probably one of the worst teachers I've ever had. She doesn't teach anything! She doesn't go over material or demonstrate speeches. She downright lies to the students. Cant answer an email to save her life and I'd never take her again.

5.0
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SPC1017
Apr 21, 2010

To much energy but great for an express night class! A-

5.0
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SPC1102
Jul 1, 2010

Great energy, very funny. Tells a lot of stories unnecessary for the class, fun stories of past students and herself seems to be all she teaches. Her class is very easy, getting an A+ is very easy. Her speeches are short less than 5mins each. Get your work done, do the quizzes [which btw are absolutely easy] and you'll get an A+. DO YOUR SPEECHES!

4.0
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SPC1017
Oct 15, 2010

I took the 8 week express class and recieved an A. She doesn't use the book except on quizes. She doesn't lecture much on speech giving, but she is very fair when grading papers and speechs. Most definately and easy A. I would highly recommend her for a self-motivated student that needs to take this class to cover your generals.

4.0
1.0
SPC1017
Nov 26, 2010

if you dread speech class-take 8 week blended express class! the weeks flew by. She made giving speeches easy. Quiz each week - textbook is helpful for this. 3 speeches total - you can use note cards. Dr. J talks a lot about herself and past experiances with other students. She's funnier than most professors and I enjoyed the class!

5.0
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SPC1608
Nov 30, 2010

I love professor jefferis!

5.0
2.0
SPC1608
Nov 30, 2010

She talks ALOT about herself and her past experiences and she also will repeat same things over and over again every class period about showing s how to get onto the college website and how to look up other professors and their personalized biography of themselves. She also talks about all of the cool classes that the college has. Oh, She thinks Anthony Ballard looks like Denzel Washington. Anyways, if you need to take a speech class, TAKE HER EXPRESS: maybe 5 speeches total that go very quickly

2.0
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MMC2100
May 6, 2011

I don't understand why there are so many positive comments. she seems disinterested in anything you have to say, waited until the end of semester to do the grading, which makes giving presentations and writing assignments difficult because you have no idea what they're looking for. I was excited for this class and greatly disappointed.

5.0
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SPCINTR
Jun 13, 2011

Proffessor Jefferis is the best speech teacher at SPC !!Take her for express 8 weeks! Goes by quickly, smoothly and stress free!!

5.0
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SPC1017
Jun 28, 2011

She is an amazing person. HILARIOUS!!! I enjoy her class very much. She makes it so easy and FUN!! I highly recommend her class :)

3.0
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SPC1107
Jul 20, 2011

Easy class, but so much time is wasted. She loves to talk about herself and comes off a bit rude at times. During one class, she wasted 30 min having us try to guess what she had in mind. I can't imagine how much time would be wasted if I didn't take the express class.

4.0
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SPC1017
Oct 3, 2011

Funny teacher, generous on grading speeches so long as you meet minimum criterea. Would recommend. Extremely hot!

5.0
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SPC1017
Oct 11, 2011

LOVED HER! Take this class if you have a fear of public speak. She is an excellent teacher.

5.0
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SPC1017
Oct 11, 2011

LOVED HER! Take this class if you have a fear of public speaking. She is an excellent teacher.

3.0
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SPC1017
Oct 13, 2011

I took the 8 week express class, and the class was ok. Didn't really learn much, listened to a lot of stories. Speeches weren't too bad, but grading isn't consistent (both over grading, and undergrading). Use a visual aid like a powerpoint, and you'll get great speech grades. Generous with extra credit. quizes easy, book hardely used.

3.0
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SPC1017
Oct 13, 2011

I took the 8 week express class, and the class was ok. Didn't really learn much, listened to a lot of stories. Speeches weren't too bad, but grading isn't consistent (both over grading, and undergrading). Use a visual aid like a powerpoint, and you'll get great speech grades. Generous with extra credit. quizes easy, book hardely used.

5.0
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SPC1017
Nov 22, 2011

Very easy/nice professor. show up to class, study the book for 30 mins before quiz day. work on assignments before the deadline and it is very easy to pass.

5.0
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SPEEC1017
Dec 3, 2011

Dr. J. is very nice and makes you laugh during class. 16 week course is 3 speeches and 1 panel discussion. Also 1 analysis paper. You get a couple notecards for speeches and you do not have to rate other speeches. Take her! Other teachers are more strict.

5.0
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SPC0000
Mar 15, 2012

I took Dr.J for intro to speech.She makes you feel relax and confident to present your speeches in front of the class. She is funny and interesting. You will love her class, its a must take!!!

5.0
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SPC1107
Jul 5, 2012

Dr,J is the best!! She is really easy going and a huge help. MUST TAKE HER!!!

5.0
2.0
SPC1017
Jul 9, 2012

awesome teacher. She was the best. She made you feel comfortable and welcomed and was very helpful.

5.0
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SPC1600
Jul 20, 2012

Dr. J was great. I was very nervous taking this class; however she makes the class feel at ease. She is knowledgeable and fair. She is also very funny. I would recommend her to any one.

4.0
2.0
SPC1017
May 1, 2013

Great teacher. Has an interesting sense of humor but makes class enjoyable. Quizzes are all from the book, and she doesnt grade too hard on the speaches. Overall an awesome teacher. I definitely recommend her. Didnt open the book once and passed the class with a B

5.0
2.0
SPC1017
Jun 16, 2013

Dr. Jefferis is an extremely friend person with a great sense of humor. She teaches each class with stories from her life. At first you may wonder why she's telling these stories and what they have to do with class, but she makes things clear nicely. She does a great job of easing your inevitable nerves about speaking in front of people.

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SPC1017
Mar 27, 2014

I would not recommend her to any of my friends. She does like to talk about her self a lot and wastes a lot of valuable class time.You have to read the book on your own because she doesn't teach anything that will be on the quizzes. The quizzes are hard! Also, she is very unclear about directions for most speeches.Not funny, very condescending.

4.0
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SPC1017
Grade: A-
Jul 12, 2014

This teacher fell asleep many times, during speeches she would start nodding off, and she put an extra credit movie on and did the same thing for most of the movie. She talks a lot about herself during class using time she could be going over harder parts of the book for quizzes. I would not recommend her at all unless you want an easy A.

4.0
1.0
1017
Oct 13, 2014

I took an 8wk express blended class. She talks a lot but is Hilarious! It's pure comedy and makes the class more relaxed. The syllabus is straight forward. The quizzes took online all are open book and study guides tell you exactly what is on the quiz. Nods off during speeches. Very simple class. EASY A! Simple final exam too.

5.0
1.0
101715
Grade: A-
Mar 9, 2015

Dr. J is one of the most entertaining classes I've ever taken. She is a great public speaker and her stories are a riot. The course work is on the tough side but she is a fair grader and really recognizes the effort put into your work.

5.0
1.0
SPC1027
Apr 24, 2015

I was dreading this class with a passion. Dr. J made me forget how stressful public speaking is and made the class fun. She fully recognized how anxious most of the class was, and broke the ice with many, many personal stories and jokes. She has a very dry, sarcastic sense of humor. so may not be for everyone. Minimal effort. . Super easy A.

3.0
3.0
SPC
Grade: B+
May 26, 2015

Professor fell asleep during my speech and then said i didn't do a step (which i did, but she was sleeping so she didn't she it, smh). Not very funny. Very strange. A bit condescending. All in all, i would take it again bc she's an easy grader and if you get an A or B in the class you don't have to take the final.

5.0
1.0
SPC1017
Grade: A+
Oct 1, 2015

This is the funniest teacher I've ever had. She is a super easy grader and helps you on outlines & scripts. She makes a dreaded class comfortable. I would recommend her to anyone!

5.0
1.0
SPC1017
Grade: A+
Oct 4, 2015

I have taken Professor Jefferis in an 8 week class setting. We gave 3 speeches and did a quiz every week. Professor Jefferis truly cares for her students and wants them to pass. I appreciate her making public speaking super fun and easy :) She has inspired me to want to get up and give speeches. So shes awesome and take her!

5.0
4.0
1017
Grade: A
Oct 9, 2015

I took the 8 week class that was half online, half face to face. I was terrified to take this class. Dr. Jefferis was an AWESOME professor. From the moment you stepped into her class she made you feel confident and comfortable. She truly has a gift at making this class fun and exciting. I HIGHLY RECOMMEND!

5.0
3.0
SPC1017
Grade: A
Nov 10, 2015

This was an 8 wk class, half online/half in class . She was very entertaining, and had me laughing through her lecture. She is very clear on her assessments, when they are due, and what is expected of you. As everyone hates the dreaded speech class, she made this class very enjoyable. There are 3 speeches, and a quiz weekly online.

5.0
3.0
SPC1017
Grade: A+
Nov 12, 2015

I was weary since like most people I am terrified of public speaking, but she makes everything seem so light and takes the anxiety away. She's a very easy grader with the speeches, I had to restart a few times and stumbled a lot, I was still given a 100% because of effort. She is an amazing instructor, I recommend her completely.

5.0
1.0
SPC1017
Grade: A
Nov 14, 2015

Dr Jefferis is the best possible speech professor for a student with anxiety. She's totally understanding and supportive. If you don't have anxiety, welcome to the easiest class of your college career. You put in a couple of hours of research and writing for each speech, practice it a few times and BAM. A in the class. She also tells really funny s

5.0
3.0
SPC1017
Grade: B
Dec 28, 2015

Mrs Jefferis is a dedicated long-time professor at SPC. She is a very good speech giver herself and demonstrates her skills at the beginning of each class. You will have fun topics for your speeches with lots of choices. You should have no trouble finding a subject you are passionate about. By the end of class you will be smooth and confident.

5.0
1.0
SPC1017
Grade: A
Mar 1, 2016

Professor is direct, easy to follow, and is funny in class from beginning to end. I had diffuculty with my speech; however, did not interfere taht much with my grade. Read text book because the quizzes are short and have lengthy questions. Final is based off the quizzes. This professor is really there for her students. Take it, easy A.

5.0
1.0
SPC1017
Grade: A
Mar 2, 2016

Seriously an excellent teacher. I chose her class based on the reviews here and I am glad I did. Very fair with grading especially for your speeches if you're an extremely nervous/ shy person like myself! She is so flexible with assignments, correcting and re-submitting, etc. Also is very funny and makes you feel relaxed. Definitely recommend her!

5.0
1.0
SPC1100
Grade: B+
Mar 28, 2016

She is a great teacher. Just listen to what she says and you will do fine. She has open book test every week at home. So easy.

4.0
2.0
SPC1017
Grade: A-
Apr 4, 2016

As long as you follow the steps to the assignments, you'll pass. If you take the blended class, all quizzes are open book. Don't miss the class with a guest speaker, otherwise you'll end up with a 0 for that assignment.

5.0
3.0
SPC1017
Grade: B
Apr 12, 2016

Great Teacher. Probably the funniest I've ever had. She makes the class as simple as a speech class can possibly be. Very understanding and helpful, offers multiple extra credit assignments if needed, a couple of the assignments are (basically) participation. Show up, follow the outline, and you'll do fine.

5.0
2.0
SPC1017
Grade: B+
May 4, 2016

I LOVED her. She is so funny and nice. And yes, she is sarcastic but not in a mean way. She is sooo helpful and honestly, I don't think I could have passed speech class if I didn't take her. 3 speeches and tells you exactly what she wants and is super fair. I couldn't thank her enough. Thanks Dr. Jefferis!!!

5.0
3.0
SPC1017
Grade: A
Jun 28, 2016
Would take again

This teacher is great! She is entertaining and keeps you interested. 3 speeches, and two of them you have a bit of freedom and can really throw your personality into them. I cried my first speech and got a B, the other two I got As and spoke like a pro. Highly recommend this teacher.

5.0
2.0
SPC1017
Grade: A
Jul 7, 2016
Would take again

She made this introductory speech class a very relaxed environment for students because she knows public speaking can be nerve-racking. The only problem was that she didn't always use the whole class period and it seems like instead of letting people out early, she could do a bit more teaching.

5.0
1.0
SPC1017
Grade: B
Jul 18, 2016
Would take again

Dr. Jefferis was very helpful in preparing me for my speeches. Every time my outline was wrong she wouldn't stop till I got an A. Presentations, outlines, and paper (which is easy) are worth more than the quizzes. Must read the book to pass the quizzes. Final is optional. Easy A if you push yourself.

1.0
2.0
SPC1017
Grade: C-
Aug 23, 2016
Wouldn't take again

Prof. Jefferis as a person is awesome. You can tell she's kind-hearted and funny, but she has a critical flaw as a teacher which is that she thinks students WANT or PAY to be there the full time of the class whereas really we pay for just the credit. Do not take unless you're fine with sitting through every minute of every class - literally.

Gives good feedback
Caring
3.0
4.0
SPC1017
Grade: Not sure yet
Nov 24, 2016
Wouldn't take again

I would suggest to take different prof or blended class, her quizzes are hard where you will likely to loose points. Grading is not fair. I'm quite unhappy. She is funny but that's all you don't need , you have to work for an A grade.

Tough Grader
Gives good feedback
TEST HEAVY
3.0
3.0
SPC1100
Grade: A+
Dec 8, 2016
Would take again

Good professor overall, though she can be unprofessional and treat students more like friends than students. Outlines for speeches must be perfect, doesn't really lecture or speak much.

Participation matters
GRADED BY FEW THINGS
5.0
1.0
SPC1017
Grade: A
Jun 1, 2017
Would take again

A great professor for those who are stressing taking this class. She tells you exactly what she wants and how she wants it. The quizzes are super easy, just vocab related questions. And she's pretty entertaining so that's a plus!

Gives good feedback
Clear grading criteria
EXTRA CREDIT
4.0
3.0
SPC1017
Grade: B+
Oct 5, 2017
Would take again

Funny and helpful. Dr. j's class is a good entry level speech class that is challenging enough without stressing you out

Gives good feedback
Caring
4.0
2.0
SPC1017
Grade: A+
Nov 3, 2017
Would take again

Dr. Jefferis is a good choice if you want a teacher who says what everyone is thinking. She is funny and puts you at ease. Follow her examples exactly, and you will do fine. Must read the chapters to pass the quizzes. I took this as a blended class and would recommend.

Gives good feedback
Skip class? You won't pass.
EXTRA CREDIT
5.0
4.0
SPC1017
May 3, 2018
Would take again

I took her class as a blended course, and in an 8-week. Her class was easy to pass and her assignments are straightforward and clear. Speeches were easy to do and the topics were open ended and fun. All quizzes are online/open book and extra credit is available. She goes off topic occasionally during lectures but its usually funny when she does.

Gives good feedback
Hilarious
Clear grading criteria
5.0
3.0
SPC1017
Grade: A
Sep 20, 2018
Would take again

She is a good Professor who is understanding and willing to work with you. She is hilarious and her assignments and grading is understandable. Do your work and show up to class and you will get a good grade.

Gives good feedback
Clear grading criteria
Hilarious
5.0
2.0
SPC1017
Grade: B
Sep 26, 2018
Would take again

Dr. J is hilarious. Even for a night class, she was able to keep things interesting. And she is pretty forgiving with grading. I highly recommend taking the express class. You only had to give 3 speeches, and write one other paper. It was a blended class, so all the quizzes/tests were online and quizzes were open book.

Clear grading criteria
Hilarious
EXTRA CREDIT
5.0
2.0
SPC1017
Grade: A+
Apr 16, 2019
Would take again

4 speeches, an "essay" about a movie of your choice, quizzes based on textbook(must read), and extra credit options. Hilarious and entertaining. DO be cautious: she is VERY strict with formatting. She expects scripts for your speech to be exactly like the sample she provides. It is not hard just be mindful of details. Practice your speeches!

Gives good feedback
Hilarious
Amazing lectures
4.0
3.0
SPC1017
Grade: A
Dec 3, 2019
Would take again

At first I thought she was a little weird, but I grew to like her. I took the 12 week class, we only had three speeches and one paper on a movie of our choice. If you take her class you'd better be a good rule follower, she likes her speeches done exactly like the examples. Otherwise, an easy class--even if speaking is scary at first.

Skip class? You won't pass.
Clear grading criteria
5.0
3.0
MMC2000
Grade: Not sure yet
Dec 5, 2019
Would take again

Dr. Jefferis provided us with some amazing opportunities. We got a tour of CBS 10 news. Met a lot of the staff while sitting in on the live 6 pm news. She brought in amazing guest speakers ranging from a filmmaker, a social media manager and a sports radio host. Also hooked us up at an all day radio station event. Take her for Intro to Mass Comm!

Gives good feedback
Hilarious
EXTRA CREDIT
3.0
3.0
INTROTOSPEECH
May 10, 2020
Would take again

I took this class online and Professor Jefferies was okay. She took a long time to grade assignments and is a pretty tough grader. As long as you do everything as you are asked then you will get an A.

Tough grader
Get ready to read
Clear grading criteria
2.0
4.0
MMC2100
Dec 8, 2020
Wouldn't take again

I had to take this class online due to the virus & seeing as she has a great rating, I think she falls VERY short being an online instructor. Shes a SUPER tough grader & it takes literal months for her to grade one thing. She has made me feel extremely incompetent & I would never choose her again given the option. To me, she was cold & careless.

Tough grader
1.0
1.0
SPC1017
Feb 8, 2021
Wouldn't take again

Did not let me make up few assignments I missed while suffering from COVID. Very insensitive and inconsiderate.

2.0
3.0
MMC2100
Grade: B
Apr 8, 2021
Wouldn't take again

signed up for an eight week class because the work load is usually condensed. this prof put all 16 weeks worth of content into this class, which has been super stressful and overbearing due to my other classes with the same workload, job and life. I am dissapointed since this prof had a good rep, maybe they're different with in person classes.

Lots of homework
Test heavy
Tough grader
1.0
5.0
INTROTOSPEECH
Grade: C
Mar 6, 2022

They grade extremely tough and good luck trying to figure out why you missed points after the grade comes in. Never receive feedback or get responses. You don't get taught anything, you get a textbook and are on your own. Good luck if you got caught with this Professor like I did, You'll need it.

Tough grader
Get ready to read
Test heavy
5.0
4.0
MMC2100
Grade: B
Dec 9, 2022
Would take again

Thoroughly enjoyed the class. Dr. Jefferis helps a lot and answered any questions I had in a timely manner. She is a tough grader but explains what could've been done better. She never took too many points off, my assignment grades were mostly B's. Great class, and one of my favorites during my time at SPC.

Tough grader
EXTRA CREDIT
Gives good feedback
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