3.2

Carey Millsap-Spears

Communication - Moraine Valley Community College

3.2
Quality
3.1
Difficulty
42%
Would Retake
142
Reviews
3.2
Quality
3.1
Difficulty
3.2
Helpful
3.2
Clarity

42%

Would Retake

142

Reviews

Rating Distribution
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What Students Say

The class itself wasnt bad at all, it was a matter of how she worked with certain people

COM101 - 2.0 rating

Not good at answering questions I had

COM101 - 1.0 rating
Class Info

Online Classes

100%

Attendance Mandatory

97%

Textbook Required

41%

Grade Predictor

Your expected effort level

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Predicted Grade

B+

95% confidence
Based on 55 grades
Most common grades:
A (14)
B (12)
A+ (8)
Grade Distribution
A(22)B(16)C(7)D(4)F(0)A-/B+(9)
Based on 63 reported grades
A: 14
B: 12
A+: 8
C+: 5
Common Tags
Tough grader (22)
Gives good feedback (19)
So many papers (16)
Get ready to read (14)
Clear grading criteria (13)
Participation matters (12)
Skip class? You won't pass. (10)
Caring (9)
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Ratings by Course

ENG101

5.0

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LIT219

5.0

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LIT222

5.0

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COM101160COM102

5.0

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Difficulty by Course

COM103

4.0

COM028

4.0

COM102

3.3

LIT221001

3.2

COM101

3.1

Reviews (142)
4.0
3.0
COM101
Jul 12, 2004

Very nice professor--Get on her good side and you will be fine. She likes when students participate and add to discussions. Pretty easy grader-Not a bad class--Do the work and you should get an A. Ohh yeah, she loves Lord of the Rings too. Ha. 3 out of 4

5.0
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COM101
Grade: Incomplete
Oct 17, 2004

Good but hard. Do your work and you will be fine. She is around if you need help.

5.0
1.0
COM101
Dec 2, 2004

SHE'S GREAT! I ALWAYS HATED ENGLISH BUT THIS CLASS WAS AN EASY A! ALL YOU HAVE TO DO IS TURN IN YOUR 4 ESSAYS AND 1 RESEARCH PAPER ON TIME. SHE IS VERY AVAILABLE TO MEET AND HELP IF YOU WANT IT. ANY PROBLEMS JUST ASK HER. VERY FRIENDLY AND NOT STRICT ABOUT GRADING. DO WORK ON TIME AND YOU'LL BE OK!

3.0
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COM101
Dec 21, 2004

kind of a hard class. she didn't seem very friendly. i tried to get on her good-side, but it didn't work. i still got a B in the class, but i thought i deserved and A. I received A's on all my papers, but ended up with a B. watch out for the little things like journals, they'll make or break you.

3.0
3.0
COM101
Jan 5, 2005

I DIDNT LIKE HER CLASS. sHE WAS VERY BORING. I HAVE ALWAYS HAD A GOOD GRADE IN ENGLISH , BUT SHE IS A HARSH GRADER. I DID ALL ESSAYS AND GOT A'S BUT ENDED UP WITH A C IN THE CLASS. WHICH REALLY DOESNT MAKE SENSE. shE DOESNT REALLY EXPLAIN THINGS THAT MUCH AND WHEN SHE DOES I STILL DONT GET HER.

5.0
1.0
ENG101
Jan 9, 2005

She's way cool!

2.0
3.0
COM101
Jan 18, 2005

She's not nice.

5.0
3.0
COM102
Apr 6, 2005

ok teacher

5.0
4.0
COM101
Jul 6, 2005

Ms. Millsap-Spears is my favorite professor. I recommend taking all of her classes!

5.0
2.0
COM101102
Jul 7, 2005

I took two of her classes and got A's both times. She isn't too strict about the way she grades, I mean as long as you turn the papers in on time you'll pass the class. She's not a grammar and punctuation nut either. Very enthusiastic. Very accessible. Just a downright cool person. She makes an otherwise boring class very fun.

5.0
1.0
COM101102
Aug 12, 2005

She is a teacher that you'll wanna' take. Trust me!

5.0
1.0
COM101
Aug 30, 2005

really good teacher - seems like a fun person, super nice

5.0
1.0
COM102
Aug 30, 2005

Made me look at Frankenstein in an even more clearer way that I did when I read it in high school. Very cool how she's so into Romanticism. :-)

4.0
4.0
COM101
Aug 31, 2005

She will make you work hard. You kind of either know it or you don't, kinda thing. She likes when you participate in class - not warm and friendly but you can get along with her.

4.0
2.0
COM102
Sep 1, 2005

She's alright if you like British Romantism.. and know how to write papers

5.0
2.0
COM101
Sep 12, 2005

Such a fun teacher! Even MLA was fun!

4.0
4.0
COM102
Sep 14, 2005

she is a good teacher she explains everything really well.

3.0
2.0
COM101COM102
Oct 6, 2005

I didn't really like her as a teacher she was just a little scatter brained. She was a really akward person and sometimes hard to understand. Just show up for class with something done and you'll do just fine.

5.0
4.0
ENG101
Oct 17, 2005

Prof. Millsap-Spears is one of the best instructors I have ever had!

5.0
1.0
COM102
Oct 27, 2005

tHIS IS THE BEST TEACHER THAT I HAVE EVER HAD!! SHE IS VERY HELPFUL AND FRIENDLY. SHE DRESSES KINDA OFF BEAT BUT SHE HAS A GREAT PERSONALITY!!!

5.0
3.0
COM101
Grade: A+
Dec 6, 2005

One of the best teachers I have ever had. Take her class if you have the chance!

5.0
2.0
LIT219
Dec 22, 2005

She is an awesome teacher! She goes over material very well and makes the class interesting. If you are having troubles with an assignment, all you have to do is go to her and she will help you. Just read all the stories assigned and you will have no problem. She answers emails quickly too. She rocks!

5.0
5.0
COM101
Dec 22, 2005

This professor is awesome! She really cares about her students. If you ask her questions, you can see how much she cares about her subject matter and how much she cares about her students. I thought this class was going to suck, but she made it so bearable. She is super nice and kind. She is pretty interesting if you try to get to know her.

5.0
3.0
COM102
Dec 30, 2005

She's really professional. Just pay attention and do the work, and you'll be fine.

4.0
1.0
LIT220
Jun 12, 2007

ms.milsap-spears is awesome! easy class. i def. recommend her to anyone. just do your work

4.0
3.0
COM102
Jul 5, 2007

She's an OK teacher. It is really hard to get an A on a paper in her class. She does offer a little bit of extra credit.

5.0
5.0
COM102
Oct 25, 2007

Ms. Millsap-Spears is great. She has high expectations of you, but she also helps you to learn a lot of stuff that is super useful. I really enjoyed her teaching style. She really cares about the students and does some innovative thing that are fun.

3.0
4.0
COM101
Nov 28, 2007

This teacher was very helpful

4.0
4.0
COM101
Dec 2, 2007

Great teacher! I learned so much, and actually feel like I benefited from the class... she is hard though, so if you're looking for an easy A, then don't take her. She has a good personality and is pretty funny. Very helpful if you keep up with your work. Be on time to class and do all your hw! She won't take any crap from you, but a great teacher!

5.0
5.0
COM101
Jan 3, 2008

She is so much fun. She plays music and videos, which is cool, instead of reading boring stuff all the time. She is hard, so don't take her if you are looking for a blow off. But you will learn how to write. I will always use what she told me. I highly recommend her!! Awesome!!!! If you are a jerk, she won't put up with you.

5.0
1.0
COM101
Apr 9, 2008

Love her! She used so many different texts - other professors use boring stuff. We even got to listen to music and watch videos. She has the best sense of humor and is super cool. Work hard and get an A. Don't come to class and complain a lot about the work - get an F. Duh!!!

3.0
2.0
COM102
Apr 20, 2008

Ehhhh, I've had better teachers to say the least.

2.0
4.0
COM102
Jul 20, 2008

I took her as an online teacher. Her tests were very high school. She was not very specific in her assignments. All of her answers to any question was it in the sylubus or text. Could not get a straight answer from her.

5.0
1.0
COM102
Aug 1, 2008

This woman is AMAZING Honestly the BEST teacher I have ever had in my life She makes the class fun by giving us modern pieces of literature to analyze She also helped me gain the confidence I needed in persuing my writing talents Her class is an easy A All those saying shes hard or a bad teacher need to grow up SHES AWESOME! Enough said. TAKE HER!

2.0
4.0
COM103
Nov 22, 2008

Really didn't like this class. Dreaded going to it each day. Hated the assignments, she was pretty out-there with her teaching and I was always bored. Read The Lovely Bones, V for Vendetta, and Carrie, none of which I felt were college level or fitting for the class and the essays were not graded very fairly. Wouldn't recommend her

4.0
4.0
COM102
Dec 24, 2008

she challenges her students, i didnt like her at first, but she turned out allright, shes into goth and talks about her hometown alot, she was sick alot, so class was canelled often

5.0
2.0
COM102
Jan 18, 2009

I had her for a teacher for COM102 and it was an online class. She was a very fair grader and straight-foward on what assignments were due when. I would defenlty recomend for everyone to take this class with her. I wish all online classes were structured like hers!

5.0
4.0
COM101
Jan 30, 2009

She is a great professor! We used all kinds of cool stuff to write about - so much better than the boring stuffy stuff other profs use. You are crazy if you complain about that. Take her if you want to learn about how to use com in the real world. Awesome!!

5.0
4.0
COM101
Apr 29, 2009

She's probably the best professor I've ever had. I love her!

3.0
3.0
COM102
May 11, 2009

so, so, her grading on essays are difficult

3.0
1.0
COM102
May 12, 2009

Though she explained the assignments poorly, I think she purposely did that in order for her students to feel free at writing instead of putting limitations. I had a great time in my class ONLY because gothic literature is right up my alley. If it's not, then I recommend another teacher that will be easier for you to understand. But I liked her :)

5.0
4.0
COM101
Jun 3, 2009

I took Com 101 with her i think she is a great woman , very nice and kind , she loves to help. I love her and i can't wait to take her class in the fall

3.0
3.0
COM102
Jun 16, 2009

she doesnt limit assignments so you can write freely on whatever you want. she is a hard grader and sometimes talks to the class as if were high schoolers. didnt like her. i dont recommend.

2.0
3.0
COM102
Aug 5, 2009

MRS. MILLSAP-SPEARS WAS NOT THE BEST TEACHER I HAD. I THOUGHT SHE WAS DISRESPECTFUL TO HER STUDENTS AND RUDE. I DID NOT LEARN ONE THING FROM THAT CLASS.

3.0
2.0
COM102
Nov 18, 2009

i got a B in her class, and it actually wasn't that hard, BUT she makes you attend every single class, it doesn't matter if you were sick and had a doctors note or in the hospital, you lose points everyday you dont go!

5.0
2.0
COM102
Nov 30, 2009

Took the class online, she is very helpful, and a fair grader. Take her class, you wont regret it!

5.0
1.0
COM102
Nov 30, 2009

awesome teacher. very easy 2 talk 2...many people in my class dont like her cuz they are stuck in high school mode and act irresponsible and rude and she wont put up with it and they get mad. watever tho, shes very nice and i would recommend her 4 students who r mature and not whiny babies who cant handle honesty about their ignorance

5.0
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COM102
Dec 11, 2009

I had her for COM 101 and 102. I liked that the class was challenging. If you want to be treated like an adult who is in college (for better or for worse!) then take her. If you're an immature dummy (half of Moron Valley) then avoid her. Simple.

2.0
4.0
COM102
May 7, 2010

Did the assignments, have a fair grade in the course. The novels we had to read were way easy. However, her teaching style and helpfulness to students did not leave a positive impression to me.

2.0
2.0
COM101
Jun 24, 2010

Well, I took COM101 with Mrs. Millsap-spears in the summer as a three week crash course. She is a nice person but doesn't really teach you anything. Her papers are easy but her topics were stupid. She graded very easy. I wish i took a different teacher because i hardly learned anything. Take her as your last choice

4.0
4.0
COM028
Mar 3, 2011

I am taking her right now. we have to do lot of work in class and on papers as well. she is very hard teacher, if u miss her class only once , 1 letter grade drops. very tough teacher.

2.0
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COM102
Apr 4, 2011

She does't explain things that well. When she gives you an example of how to write, it's not clear. She stresses language use but when she talks she uses 'um' and 'like' frequently. She is a hard grader or papers as well. She assigned my class a 10 page paper that wasn't even relevant to class materials.

2.0
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COM102
Nov 23, 2011

Don?t take her, i toke her online she is the worst. She has the same topic for all her essay, sustainability.

5.0
3.0
COM102
Feb 13, 2012

Ms. Millsap-Spears LOVES teaching & it shows. I really enjoyed this course. We were definitely challenged, not at all like high school, but I learned SO MUCH! If you are interested in improving, I really recommend the class, especially with this instructor.

5.0
3.0
COM101
Apr 24, 2012

I LOVE Professor Millsap-Spears! She is a GREAT TEACHER! YES, She makes you work, but it is ALL for YOUR benefit! She is so very helpful and people need to give her class as well as her a chance! I have become a better writer because of her! WOOOHOOO PROFESSOR!!! :D

1.0
5.0
COM102
May 16, 2012

bad at explaining

3.0
2.0
COMM101
Oct 18, 2012

all you do in the semester is write 4 essays..1 per month..the class is NOT bad at all.. I highly recommend :D

4.0
1.0
COM101
Jan 9, 2013

Overall, she is not a bad teacher. However, i had some issues with her attitude problem. If u ask a question be prepared for her to try to make u feel dumb for asking. Her attitude really pissed me off. The class tho is easy, I missed about 5 classes and still got a B. If you do all the assignments ON TIME, theres no reason not to pass her class

4.0
1.0
COM101
Jan 17, 2013

Really outgoing teacher. She just has an attitude. Youn only have four papers and you're allowed to turn in one paper late. I did all my papers an hour before class and still got A's on the paper.

1.0
3.0
COM102
Apr 12, 2013

She's horrible at explaining!! and She has an attitude; I was nothing but respectful to this lady but she always gave me an attitude. She's bad at teaching as well. I wouldn't recommend her!

1.0
5.0
COM102
May 12, 2013

I usually don't complain about teachers but this teacher is the definition of horrible!!! Don't take her!!

4.0
1.0
COM101
Jun 24, 2013

She is really nice. I've never seen her having an attitude with anyone. She is really helpful.

3.0
2.0
WOMENINLIT
Nov 17, 2013

Overall id have to say for most of the semester she was kinda rude if you asked her a question or needed clarification but as long as you do you assignments and participate she will grade you good. You will use the book a lot, read because she does quiz you! Pay attention and be sure to attend the class.

1.0
5.0
COM102
Grade: B
Dec 15, 2013

She's a horrible teacher and always has an attitude!!

5.0
1.0
COM101102
Grade: C+
Dec 18, 2013

Professor Spears is a great teacher! as an adult student going back to school I hated writing but since I took her class.. I've found a love for writing... I just completed COM 102 w/ A... if you want to learn and consider yourself an adult.. take her class.... she's by far one of the most passionate Prof. who wants to help you.

5.0
1.0
COM101
Jun 2, 2014

Best COM teacher I ever had. Highly recommended!

3.0
3.0
COM101
Nov 14, 2014

I think she's hot. Yes, it matters.

5.0
2.0
LIT221001
Dec 3, 2014

If you want a teacher who adores reading as much as you do, look no further. She is a Game of Thrones fan, (huge plus) and most likely loves whatever nerdy thing you are into. She, herself, is a English writer and so knows her stuff. She really tries to make you enjoy yourself and wants you to enjoy what you are reading. Best. Teacher. Ever.

1.0
5.0
COM102
Grade: Rather not say
Jun 8, 2015

This teacher is the worst i have ever had, very rude, not friendly at all. If you ask her a questions be prepared to be insulted or humiliated in front of the class . Very tough grader, she is also very weird. BEWARE DO NOT TAKE THIS CLASS.

1.0
3.0
COM102
Feb 25, 2016

Help yourself by not taking this class, all it caused was frustration and regret that I hadn't dropped it. Find a different professor and you won't regret it.

5.0
3.0
LIT222
Grade: A+
Apr 29, 2016

Professor Spears is one of the best professors I've ever had. She's knowledgeable, interesting, supportive, and always values her students' opinions. Class discussions were relevant to the reading, yet added new and thought provoking perspectives to the material. Yes, you read a lot. Yes, there are 2 papers. But it's all well worth it.

3.0
4.0
COM102
May 16, 2016

Disliked this class so much! At first it seemed pretty easy but it ended up being difficult for me. 5 essays and all discussion posts.

5.0
3.0
COM102
Grade: A-
May 17, 2016

I took her for COM 101 and then COM 102 online I really like her because she was very clear with all the essays and homework. She is fun and you will never be bored in class. I don't think she has attitude problems. Just make sure to do your homework on time

5.0
2.0
LIT222
Jun 9, 2016
Would take again

I think this has been my favorite writing teacher ever I hate papers but you can go to her office and she will help you with the paper and you can get an A so easy by actually doing the work! If you don't want homework and actual work then don't take her she loves her subjects and she is always positive!

5.0
2.0
COM102
Sep 7, 2016
Would take again

she's a great teacher and very enthusiastic about what she's talking about and essays are not very difficult. just show up and do the assignments and you'll be fine

5.0
4.0
COM101
Dec 17, 2016
Would take again

As long as you follow the guidelines as prompted in essays you'll do just fine, she's not hard at all unless you slack a lot. She gives good feedback and really helps you out regardless of your writing background.

Gives good feedback
Clear grading criteria
Caring
1.0
4.0
COM101
Grade: B-
Feb 15, 2017
Wouldn't take again

Not really good at teaching, more so tells you what the topic of a paper is and just wants you to write it. Not good at answering questions I had. Would blame me for not knowing what to do when she would answer my questions wrong and would laugh that I asked the wrong question. Talks about herself a lot. Very annoying tone of voice.

Skip class? You won't pass.
SO MANY PAPERS
2.0
4.0
COM101
Grade: A
May 8, 2017
Wouldn't take again

I honestly do not now how I did well in this class. Professor Spears is a nice lady when you are on her good side but she is also picky about some things. She can have an attitude and call you out of the whole class but overall she is a decent teacher. I think we had to write three to four papers. She also likes to talk about her life in class.

Tough Grader
Get ready to read
SO MANY PAPERS
5.0
3.0
COM101160COM102
Grade: A+
Aug 24, 2017
Would take again

I took her for honors COM 101 & three week COM 102. I enjoyed both of those, as she is very smart and will give you great feedback. Even though she is very expressive of her views and hobbies, she still manages to be objective. It's easy to hate her, but don't listen to everyone else. Also, the three week course was an essay writing boot camp.

Respected
Clear grading criteria
Caring
2.0
3.0
COM101
Grade: Not sure yet
Nov 9, 2017
Wouldn't take again

I had my ups and downs with this class. You gotta get on her good side because she will act accordingly. She wasnt very helping when came to asking questions. Very vague and tends to walk away from you. The class itself wasnt bad at all, it was a matter of how she worked with certain people. She can be cool at times but overall indifferent.

Participation matters
Skip class? You won't pass.
SO MANY PAPERS
3.0
4.0
LIT221001
Grade: A
Nov 16, 2017
Wouldn't take again

The reading material is pretty boring and kind of hard, which she knows. I liked her at first, until I had questions about an essay, she's not that good at answering questions, she kind of hands things to you and expects you to know things. She can be fun, she's really into fandoms, but you have to read the story's, there's a lot of group work.

Tough Grader
Get ready to read
Skip class? You won't pass.
1.0
5.0
COM101
Dec 14, 2017
Wouldn't take again

tough grader

Tough Grader
Get ready to read
Skip class? You won't pass.
5.0
4.0
LIT221001
Grade: A
Dec 19, 2017
Would take again

I can't say enough good things about Carey. She goes out of her way to help her students by offering resources from her own personal collections and using references that students understand. For a Lit class, she was very hands on and enthusiastic. She made difficult literature fun. I would take her again for sure.

Gives good feedback
Amazing lectures
Caring
1.0
3.0
COM101COM102
Dec 29, 2017
Wouldn't take again

Very condescending, will put you down for asking basic questions, thinks she is an omnibus. Avoid.

4.0
4.0
COM101
Grade: B-
Dec 31, 2017
Would take again

If you go to class and do the papers, you're good!! Don't procrastinate on writing, & gotta go thru writing process, with drafts and everything. Really wasn't bad, i just procrastinated a lot which i really don't recommend you do lol! She's cool though, & if you participate in class, its better :)

Gives good feedback
Skip class? You won't pass.
1.0
4.0
COM102
Grade: A
Jan 15, 2018
Wouldn't take again

More than half of my class dropped her course before we hit October. The online materials and deadlines are not organized well. I would not recommend this teacher to someone who is just starting their journey with writing. This class will not help you improve.

Tough Grader
Get ready to read
Skip class? You won't pass.
5.0
3.0
LIT221001
Grade: A+
May 11, 2018
Would take again

I made an account just to review Professor Millsap-Spears. She is passionate about the material we cover in class and really knows her stuff. As a science major, I wasn't sure how I would do with this material. But after taking Carey's class I have a new found love for BritLit. If I could take her again I would. She is a MVCC treasure!

Get ready to read
Inspirational
Caring
2.0
3.0
COM102
Grade: A
May 11, 2018
Wouldn't take again

Has a very arrogant attitude. I did not like approaching her for this reason. The class is not hard but it did take me a while to understand what she was looking for in the essays. Gives quizzes based on the textbook reading , which were difficult.

SO MANY PAPERS
LECTURE HEAVY
2.0
5.0
COM102
May 23, 2018
Wouldn't take again

She has 2 stars vs 1 Star was because I feel that under everything, she could be a very good teacher. Spent semester in writing center. I submitted all essays and received As but tardies and missing a class will drop your Grade significantly. All questions asked were answered with an attitude, or eye roll, and were ultimately not helpful. Sucked!!

Skip class? You won't pass.
Participation matters
Clear grading criteria
5.0
4.0
COM101
Jun 11, 2018
Would take again

Shes a great professor and she does try her best as she can to help people. Take advantage of her office hours to get help too. She helped me feel more confident about writing even though its just not my good subject. She takes the time to help you understand what you are struggling with. She maybe a tough grader but she still is a great teacher.

Caring
Tough Grader
Gives good feedback
1.0
4.0
COM102
Grade: A
Jun 20, 2018
Wouldn't take again

If you dare to ask a question, you will have to endure a condescending attitude for the rest of the semester. If you go to her office hours, be prepared to be ignored, since her discussion about what she had for lunch with her colleague is more important than paying attention to the student who came in to ask for help with her unreasonable papers

GRADED BY FEW THINGS
2.0
1.0
COM101
Grade: A
Aug 8, 2018
Would take again

If youre looking for an easy A then take her. Attendance is a must. You won't pass if you don't show up. She definitely prepares you for each assignement. She's NOT approachable. So if you have any questions or get easily discouraged then do not take her. She's very arrogant and sassy. Overall she has a terrible attitude but her class is easy.

Participation matters
Skip class? You won't pass.
Clear grading criteria
1.0
5.0
COM102
Grade: B
May 7, 2019
Wouldn't take again

She does not explain how to do any of the papers and talks down and is rude to the students. Is a very hard grader and doesn't try to help you in any way. She will talk down to students for no reason at all. I would not tell anyone to take any of her classes.

1.0
5.0
COM102
Grade: C
May 15, 2019
Wouldn't take again

I have had Milsap-Spears for 101 and now 102 and she is honestly one of the worst professors I have had at Moraine. She does not help any students on papers and expects you to know what to do. Four papers, lots of homework, and you cant miss class or you will fail. Do not take her, you have been warned!!!

Skip class? You won't pass.
Tough grader
1.0
5.0
COM102
May 16, 2019
Wouldn't take again

I do not know how to feel about her. Comparing her to my com101 teacher, she looks like she does not care about the essays at all. She only gives out atleast 1 sentence comment on your essay so sometimes I feel like she does not even read the whole thing. Her comments does not help you improve at all. Do not take her please.

Tough grader
3.0
3.0
LIT221001
Grade: A
May 22, 2019
Wouldn't take again

She is alright. I'm surprised she's been labeled as rude because she seemed too much of a people pleaser to me. She also tends to deviate away from the course material, but, overall, she's alright and very passionate about literature. Kind of quirky, but in a funny way.

1.0
5.0
COM102
Jul 22, 2019
Wouldn't take again

Shes nice and loves to talk but shes not helpful. If you ask her for help with wording your thesis or your question for your research paper or even clarification on what youre supposed to write about she will look at you and tell you things about the subject that you already know but wont help you narrow and focus on what you need to.

Get ready to read
Lecture heavy
Tough grader
1.0
4.0
COM101
Grade: Rather not say
Dec 11, 2019
Wouldn't take again

DONT take her. She is so rude when it comes to asking her for help. When it came down to our final paper she NEVER helped in anything and makes you feel stupid. She tends to be rude whenever you decide to even ask her about assignments I WARNED YOU GUYS I regret taking her class

Skip class? You won't pass.
Graded by few things
So many papers
5.0
4.0
COM102
Grade: A+
Jun 6, 2020
Would take again

I dont understand why Professor Millsap-Spears has so many poor ratings. I took her for summer a COM 102 class online, and I thought she was great. She is very clear on what she is looking for and is happy to clear things up if you are confused. This class requires effort, but as long as you try its easy to do well.

Gives good feedback
Participation matters
Caring
1.0
4.0
COM102
Grade: C
Oct 21, 2020
Wouldn't take again

This professor does not give you space between assignments. He posts assignment after assignment and doesn't even give you time to breathe. He is a super rough grader and its impossible to receive an A on one of his essays. Also when you email and ask for help on an assignment, he sends you the link to the assignment instead of actually helping.

Lots of homework
So many papers
Tough grader
4.0
3.0
COM101
Grade: Not sure yet
Nov 2, 2020
Would take again

Professor Millsap-Spears is a nice professor. Make sure you read ALL the announcements, assignment, check your canvas calendar, and ask questions. She does explain very clearly and helps you out, but you need to put in an effort too.

Respected
Accessible outside class
1.0
5.0
COM102
Nov 23, 2020
Wouldn't take again

One of the WORST professors I've ever had in my entire life. I don't even know how she became a professor, definitely was a huge mistake. She is RUDE, does not care about her students, WORST FEEDBACK, so many papers, She is just a nightmare. I wish i never took her class. NEVER TAKE HER CLASS EVEN IF THERE IS NO OTHER SPOTS OPEN!!! save yourself !!

So many papers
Tough grader
1.0
4.0
COM102
Grade: B
Dec 9, 2020
Wouldn't take again

She comes off with an arrogant attitude. Definitely not someone I would take again for any class.

So many papers
Tough grader
1.0
5.0
COM102
Grade: Drop/Withdrawal
Jan 1, 2021
Wouldn't take again

I wish I would have listened to the previous reviews that told me NOT to take her b/c she has a lazy style of teaching, is such a tough grader, & doesn't help her students. I took her for a 4 week COM 102 class and I deeply regret it. I am a relatively good student with a 3.8 GPA but she was failing me on all my writing assignments. don't take her!

So many papers
Tough grader
1.0
4.0
COM102
Grade: D+
Apr 8, 2021
Wouldn't take again

Graded papers very roughly.

Lots of homework
Get ready to read
Tough grader
2.0
2.0
COM102
Apr 29, 2021
Wouldn't take again

Easy A as long as you do course work. Doesn't use class time properly.

1.0
3.0
COM102
May 7, 2021
Wouldn't take again

She talks about her own writing and often will give examples of her own submitted writing, and you would think that she would be inclined to share her obvious passion with her students, but instead she grades harshly and was less than helpful in zoom meetings. Get to know the writing center, you'll spend a lot of time there.

Graded by few things
Clear grading criteria
So many papers
5.0
3.0
COM101
Grade: B+
Aug 19, 2021
Would take again

She is super fun and really tries to connect with the students. Lots of fun pop culture stuff. I plan on taking her again for another class.

Gives good feedback
Respected
Caring
5.0
3.0
COM101
Grade: A-
Aug 19, 2021
Would take again

Very cool professor who genuinely cares about her students and their success. She challenged me to think critically and creatively, making this feel like a real college class. I highly recommend!

Respected
Clear grading criteria
Caring
5.0
3.0
COM102
Grade: A-
Aug 19, 2021
Would take again

Prof. Millsap-Spears is one of my fav professors at Moraine. If you show up and do the work, you will succeed in this class. It's a writing course, so expect to write. She grades fairly and gives great feedback. Also, love the pop culture assignment! Hope to take more classes with her in the future.

Gives good feedback
Inspirational
5.0
4.0
COM102
Grade: A-
Aug 19, 2021
Would take again

Makes you work for it, but you know how to write for school by the time you get out. Lots of comments. Clear grading.

Gives good feedback
Lots of homework
Participation matters
5.0
3.0
COM101
Grade: B+
Aug 19, 2021
Would take again

Must show up and do the assignments. Gives really good feedback on writing.

Gives good feedback
Accessible outside class
Participation matters
5.0
3.0
COM101
Grade: B
Aug 20, 2021
Would take again

This is a mandatory class. But if you follow the syllabus, you'll be fine. There are a lot of papers to write, but the prof tries to make it more fun / interesting. She is available if you have questions. Showing up is important to her.

Gives good feedback
Participation matters
Clear grading criteria
5.0
3.0
COM101102
Grade: B
Aug 20, 2021
Would take again

Make sure you read the syllabus so you stay on top of your assignments. It's super important to turn in your assignments and to reach out to her if you need help.

Gives good feedback
Accessible outside class
Participation matters
5.0
3.0
COM102
Grade: B
Aug 20, 2021
Would take again

Another tough class but mandatory, so make the best of it. Make sure you read the syllabus and ask for help if you need it.

Gives good feedback
So many papers
Tough grader
5.0
3.0
ENG101
Grade: B
Aug 20, 2021
Would take again

The prof really loves to read and write. She is a tough grader, but it is easy enough if you do the work and show up to class.

Gives good feedback
Get ready to read
Tough grader
5.0
3.0
LIT219
Grade: B-
Aug 20, 2021
Would take again

Great, would take again

Gives good feedback
Accessible outside class
Tough grader
3.0
3.0
COM101
Grade: A
Aug 26, 2021
Would take again

She is funny, caring and a little quirky and clearly loves what she does. Average amount of work for the class but shell accommodate as long as you reach out. Definitely recommended.

Lots of homework
Accessible outside class
Inspirational
2.0
1.0
COM102
Grade: B+
Oct 12, 2021
Wouldn't take again

Took her online course. Talks a lot and didn't use class time very well. Her instructions are confusing.

Get ready to read
Participation matters
Lecture heavy
1.0
3.0
COM101
Grade: A+
Dec 17, 2021
Wouldn't take again

Overly and overtly defensive when it comes to criticism (even when the criticism isn't directly towards her). Always trying to to be right instead of simply listening to the students.

So many papers
Tough grader
5.0
3.0
COM101
Grade: B-
Dec 27, 2021
Would take again

Not gonna lie this is the 2nd time i took this class. Took it last semester with different teacher and was not motivated enough to care. This time was better. Projects were interesting and she returned papers fast. Had a hard time focusing my final project idea and she gave me great suggestions that helped me figure out what i wanted to do.

Gives good feedback
Accessible outside class
Caring
5.0
4.0
HUM155
Grade: B
Dec 27, 2021
Would take again

Very informative & interesting class. You need to read the materials to make the class worth it though. Teacher made sure class followed safety procedures and it was a good in person class with discussions. She adapts to the class needs and really makes you think.

Gives good feedback
Respected
Get ready to read
1.0
4.0
COM101
Grade: B
Jan 10, 2022
Wouldn't take again

DO NOT TAKE THIS PROFFESOR!! I never met her in person since it was an online course. She speaks poorly about MVCC's writing center, even though they were WONDERFUL when it came to helping me. She PREACHES to "reach out to her" but then takes forever to get back to you and acts ANNOYED when you do. SHE WILL FAIL YOU!

Clear grading criteria
So many papers
Tough grader
1.0
4.0
COM102
Grade: Drop/Withdrawal
May 16, 2022

she's very rude, doesn't really bother to support you and she has a nasty attitude. get ready to be completely on your own with no help with her. i would think twice before taking her. you have been warned.

Tough grader
So many papers
Lecture heavy
1.0
2.0
HUM155
Grade: A+
May 21, 2022

In fairness she was filling in for someone/using a syllabus she didn't make. Her class started out okay but slowly degraded to the point where she basically gave up trying to teach anything by the end. Multiple class sessions ended 40 minutes early because of this. Her class is easy if you put the work in but don't expect to learn anything.

Participation matters
Graded by few things
2.0
2.0
COM101
Grade: B
Nov 17, 2022

She sucks simply. Gives borderline zero help and doesn't seem to care honestly. Feedback she gives does not make sense at all. Also all she does is talk about how her son goes to Indiana State, very annoying.

Tough grader
So many papers
Lecture heavy
1.0
3.0
COM101
Grade: B+
Dec 7, 2022

she is one of if not the worst English teachers I've had. unclear, homework heavy and will tell one student one thing to turn around and tell you to do something different. Homework is long and tedious with little payoff. corners you into boring topics.

Lots of homework
So many papers
5.0
1.0
COM102
Grade: A
Dec 14, 2022
Would take again

Don't know what all these 1 stars are for. She is clear on what she wants and if you have her check your essay before submission she will tell you what to do to get an A. My final research paper scored a 100 and she asked to use it for examples in her later classes. Ask and follow and you'll get the A. Loved her ~ Mumin

Clear grading criteria
Gives good feedback
Respected
1.0
5.0
COM101
Grade: B
Dec 15, 2022

The woman was a terrible college professor. She was unclear in her explanations and generally disinterested in teaching. She assigned too many essays and annotated bibliographies, making it difficult for students to keep up. She rarely provided useful feedback and seemed to favor certain students. Many students struggled in her class. Dont take her

Get ready to read
Lots of homework
So many papers
4.0
2.0
COM101
Grade: B+
Jan 13, 2023
Would take again

I had her for COM-101. This teacher is easy if you put in the work. Noticed she will not tolerate students that don't put in effort but if you do your grade will reflect that. The grading criteria is literally in the rubric so follow those. Super easy class and she gives you time to finish stuff in class as well. Also plus is class would end early.

Clear grading criteria
Gives good feedback
Accessible outside class
3.0
3.0
COM101102
Grade: C+
Apr 12, 2024
Would take again

If you do the assignments and read the homework, you should be perfectly fine. She's definitely a tough grader but she gives you feedback to help you on your next assignments. She's also willing to meet with you in person or on zoom to help you with any of your work.

Participation matters
Gives good feedback
Lots of homework
4.0
5.0
COM102
Grade: A
Jun 3, 2024
Would take again

Prof Millsap-Spears is a good professor. This online course had its challenges, but I appreciate that the writing was done on our own interests because it made it a lot easier. She gives great feedback, so after the first few essays I was scoring pretty well. Overall I recommend.

Tough grader
Clear grading criteria
So many papers
3.0
3.0
COM102
Grade: C+
Aug 1, 2024

Once you get past her attitude she's okay. She does a good job at using materials that lead up to the papers but once you start the paper she isn't much help at all. She'll basically tell you you're on your own and that she isn't the one writing the paper so she can't help you. Only if you're somewhat good at writing do I recommend her class.

Tough grader
Participation matters
3.0
3.0
COM101
Grade: B
Nov 26, 2024
Would take again

Carey's class can be a mixed bag. While the grading criteria is clear, she's particular about student effort. But if you do the work, the class is manageable. Unstuck study was a lifesaver for study prep.

1.0
3.0
COM102
Grade: A+
Jan 23, 2025

In the simplest of terms, she's just very VERY rude. If you have questions she'll answer in a condescending tone and roll her eyes at you (personal experience). She tells everyone to ask her any questions but when someone is having trouble she'd rather act annoyed and dissatisfied with you than actually help and provide support.

Graded by few things
1.0
1.0
COM102
Feb 5, 2025

She has a horrible attitude and does not care to help students. I had asked her a question regarding an assignment, which she responded very poorly to and with total arrogance, and then marked me off points on an essay that I specifically asked her about and what I should do to change it. Overall, horrible teacher and does not consider her students

Tough grader
2.0
4.0
COM102
Grade: A
Apr 22, 2025

She no doubt has lots of knowledge on writing and composition, and some of her lessons and assignments were kinda fun, but she can come across VERY condescending and is sometimes quite rude. If you put the effort in you can totally get an A but you gotta earn it. Grading criteria was clear, A's are possible, she just rough and expects a lot from u.

Tough grader
Clear grading criteria
Lots of homework
1.0
4.0
COM102
Grade: C+
May 7, 2025

I took her com 102 class and if I'm being real it was the worst class I've ever took. She doesn't make it easy for us to learn and is super rude when you have questions to ask her and I mean super rude and not helpful at all. Would never take her class again. Just hands out a bunch of random papers and packets rather then helping.

Get ready to read
Clear grading criteria
So many papers
1.0
4.0
COM102
Grade: Drop/Withdrawal
May 9, 2025

Truly terrible. She had basically no care for the students at all. She refuses to help students correctly, gives students attitude, and gives the worst advice. No matter how many times students went up for help during the last month, she simply would not give a straight answer. I tried my best to enjoy this class but it wasn't worth it by the end.

Tough grader
Get ready to read
Lecture heavy
2.0
3.0
COM102
Grade: A
Nov 21, 2025

She was okay. Hands out an ungodly amount of papers that barely help with the assignments. The entire semester was based on cookbooks for some reason? It made for a difficult time writing the research paper. She's very picky and will decline any thesis/topic ideas if its not 100% what she wants/would write. Only take her if absolutely necessary!

2.0
3.0
COM102
Grade: A
Nov 21, 2025

This lady is a decent teacher. The online bit sucked, but the essays were decent ig even though cookbook. Howev, she is not a pleasant person. She came across as a hair sexist (ima guy) and was always yapping about her book. When asked questions she looks at you like what do you want? She shuts you down and acts like you're stupid. She grades fair

Tough grader
Lots of homework
So many papers
2.0
3.0
ANT202
Grade: C+
Dec 8, 2025

I believe this was her first time teaching this online course, so it may be better in the future... but I will say it was heavily disorganized. Instructions weren't super clear on major assignments and she's not very helpful. It's not a class you will fail easily, but I wouldn't really recommend.

Tough grader
Get ready to read
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