4.2

Carolyn Pierce

Accounting - Pikes Peak State College

4.2
Quality
3.1
Difficulty
84%
Would Retake
101
Reviews
4.2
Quality
3.1
Difficulty
4.1
Helpful
4.1
Clarity

84%

Would Retake

101

Reviews

Rating Distribution
Official

5

62

4

19

3

5

2

3

1

12

What Students Say

The professor points you consistently "to the book" instead of helping with questions

ACC122 - 1.0 rating

She basically reads the book to you in class

ACC122 - 2.0 rating
Class Info

Online Classes

100%

Attendance Mandatory

30%

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Grade Distribution
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Based on 93 reported grades
A: 20
B: 15
B-: 10
Not sure yet: 9
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EXTRA CREDIT (39)
Gives good feedback (27)
Hilarious (26)
Participation matters (23)
Tough grader (21)
Amazing lectures (19)
Lots of homework (17)
Clear grading criteria (17)
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BUS115

5.0

(5)

MAN116

5.0

(1)

ACC1012

4.7

(15)

ACC1022

4.5

(19)

ACC1021

4.0

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BUS1151N11

4.0

ACC1021

3.9

ACC1012

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ACC1011

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3.0

Reviews (101)
2.0
3.0
ACC122
Grade: A+
Dec 12, 2015

She stepped in halfway through the semester when our first prof left. Thank goodness. I'm not sure I would have understood anything at all if she'd started the semester with us. She basically reads the book to you in class... literally. Benefit of the doubt for being rushed into the middle of a semester. Nice lady, wouldn't take again.

4.0
4.0
ACC122
Grade: B-
Dec 17, 2015

She is very helpful with learning the material. If you go to class and pay attention it will make the homework much easier. She has a great personality and makes class interesting. I wish she taught the second half of accounting as well.

1.0
3.0
ACC122
Apr 25, 2017
Wouldn't take again

The professor points you consistently "to the book" instead of helping with questions. After indicating I was struggling with content and that seeing the graded Homework would be helpful, she told me I could not see my graded homework.

5.0
4.0
ACC122
Aug 29, 2018
Would take again

This was a challenging class but the professor was always willing to explain things in a different way. She also has a tremendous amount of real world experience that makes accounting easier to understand.

5.0
3.0
ACC122
Grade: A
Aug 30, 2018
Would take again

I just finished a summer class and it was great. She provided a lot of videos and tutorials that helped with the projects. The homework and exams are all done through wiley and some students were mad that she didn't give the answer key but students try to sell answers all the time so it makes sense to me that the answer key isn't given.

Gives good feedback
1.0
3.0
ACC122
Grade: A
May 3, 2020
Wouldn't take again

Slow to grade meaning that you are working on the second part of something before you know how to you did on the first part. Clearly not happy with most of the class regarding required online discussions to include participation and content quality but poor at best feedback to individuals and slim to no ability to inspire or motivate. Stay away!

2.0
4.0
BUS1151N11
Grade: B
Jul 26, 2020
Wouldn't take again

Online business class by Carolyn Pierce. So much homework. Each module has three quizzes, one exam, and 1-3 papers due. Multiply that by five modules. Grading is not released in a timely manner. Early papers aren't graded before later ones are due, yet she expects us to use her feedback. Requirements are strict. Not very inspiring or motivating.

Lots of homework
Test heavy
Tough grader
4.0
4.0
ACC122
Grade: B
Sep 13, 2020
Would take again

Accounting is a hard subject! I struggled taking it online. She allows you to have a few chances on the homework, that really helped! She wants us to really learn in discussions and not just post just to get by. Other students hate this but I learned a lot. I did really well on the discussions. She provided a lot of announcements with tips.

Gives good feedback
Participation matters
2.0
3.0
ACC122
Grade: A
Apr 28, 2021
Wouldn't take again

If you ask a question, she just points you back to the book which is especially unhelpful in an online course where it's harder to have a back and forth discussion. She is also so nit picky about grading discussion posts yet never returned grades in a timely manner. If you can get As on all the homework and tests it doesn't matter, otherwise avoid.

Lots of homework
Participation matters
Tough grader
5.0
2.0
ACC122
Grade: A
Dec 3, 2021
Would take again

If you want to do well, just read the instructions! She has so many announcements pretty much walking students through how to do well on the discussions. It is easy to tell that most students do not care and do not read those announcements. A lot of the other students barely make and effort and one got mad and emailed others trying to wind them up.

Gives good feedback
Accessible outside class
Participation matters
5.0
1.0
BUS115
Grade: A+
Dec 10, 2021
Would take again

There are 5 modules in this class. Each one has a discussion, test, and a couple quizzes. There are only three papers for the whole semester. She posted a document she calls tips and tricks and it tells you what to do and what not to do. It was super helpful. I aced all the papers and discussions because she tells you how to do well. Easy class.

Gives good feedback
Participation matters
Clear grading criteria
5.0
1.0
MAN116
Grade: A
Dec 14, 2021
Would take again

Class ends on Saturday, I have all of my work turned in and expect to get an A. Class was easy, mostly papers, other than easy test and quizzes, but they were interesting. I actually learned a lot more than I expected to.

Gives good feedback
Inspirational
4.0
3.0
ACC122
Grade: A
Dec 15, 2021
Would take again

Class just ended. I don't usually rate professors but I learned so much in this class. This is the first time I have ever seen actual discussions in an online class. We had to actually work and think. The quizzes and homework and exams were easy and the discussions made you apply what you learned, but you could choose your topic. I like that.

Gives good feedback
Participation matters
Clear grading criteria
5.0
3.0
BUS115
Grade: A
Dec 22, 2021
Would take again

I learned more than I thought I was going to. She gives lots of feedback. It was easy to make changes and do better. She has extra credit at the beginning of the semester. It totally helped me out. And she gave another extra credit assignment at the end of the semester and I did that to. I got a A in the class.

Gives good feedback
Participation matters
EXTRA CREDIT
5.0
1.0
BUS115
Jan 3, 2022
Would take again

Lots of feedback on work that was not auto graded. Pretty easy, I like the topics for the discussions and papers. I learned quite a bit more than I thought I would.

Gives good feedback
Accessible outside class
5.0
2.0
ACC122
Grade: A
May 18, 2022
Would take again

Towards the end of the semester a few students were ganging up on the instructor and posting things in discussion boards and emailing others in the class without the instructor knowing. These people need to grow up. Instructions are clear. Feedback is detailed and more than anyone has provided. She is an amazing instructor and I learned so much.

Participation matters
Clear grading criteria
Gives good feedback
5.0
1.0
BUS115
Grade: A
May 23, 2022
Would take again

I reached out to her all semester and she was very responsive. She is very clear with expectations and has a lot of tips for how to do good on the work. I have never received so much feedback and it told me exactly how to do better. I will take her again. One of my friends took the same class with someone else and they didn't get much feedback.

Clear grading criteria
Gives good feedback
Caring
5.0
2.0
ACC122
Grade: B
May 31, 2022
Would take again

I was going through some things this semester and reached out to the teacher a lot. She is very caring and understanding and really helped me. She tells you exactly how to do well and gives a lot of feedback. She is great.

Inspirational
Caring
Accessible outside class
5.0
1.0
BUS115
Grade: A
Jun 6, 2022
Would take again

Most understanding and caring professor I have had in a long time. Understands when people are going through hard times and motivates us to try hard. She gives clear feedback so you can do better.

Gives good feedback
Caring
Accessible outside class
5.0
2.0
ACC122
Grade: A
May 3, 2023
Would take again

This was my second semester with Dallas Pierce. I am trying to take more classes with her. She makes everything clear. She is very responsive and will respond to emails right away or even stay after class for questions. Her lectures are clear and we work through problems together on another day. You really learn a lot.

Clear grading criteria
Caring
5.0
2.0
ACC122
Grade: B+
May 11, 2023
Would take again

She treats her students with respect and jokes around with students. She does her best to help everyone, but accounting is one of those difficult classes. The professor points you to the book, videos, and her office hours. She offers extra credit to help students bump up their grades. This is my 2nd semester with her and I enjoy her classes.

5.0
2.0
ACC122
Grade: C+
May 16, 2023
Would take again

Pierce is a great professor. She does what she can to help you succeed and wants you to reach your goals. Very kind and accommodating prof, not many teachers have her patients. Accounting is a hard class use all your resources, tutors, textbook, etc ... In-person is recommended would never take this class online. Read your textbook from day one.-ks

Get ready to read
Lots of homework
Hilarious
1.0
1.0
ACC122
Jun 22, 2023

She was very mean and a hard grader, she does not help you to help you pass, she was not a very good teacher to learn from.

1.0
4.0
ACC122
Aug 9, 2023

Hard to get a hold for before assignments are due.

Tough grader
Get ready to read
Graded by few things
5.0
2.0
ACC122
Grade: A+
Aug 27, 2023
Would take again

Professor Pierce is an amazing teacher, she is fun and likes to joke around. Accounting can be a hard course, but if you the effort into and ask for help, she is more than happy to explain and take the time to help. I would without a doubt take another course with Professor Pierce if I could. By far my favorite professor!

Gives good feedback
Hilarious
Accessible outside class
5.0
1.0
ACC122
Grade: A-
Dec 4, 2023
Would take again

Professor Pierce is GREAT-she is kind, caring, intelligent, knowledgeable & accessible. Truly not enough good things to say about her. Accounting is really difficult class but Professor Pierce lightens the blow a little bit. If you show up & work hard in this class, you will certainly be rewarded. I wish I could take her for more classes!

EXTRA CREDIT
Gives good feedback
Caring
5.0
3.0
ACC122
Grade: A+
Dec 5, 2023
Would take again

Attend ALL of the class sessions and really put in some effort and you will definitely do well! She is very fair as a grader and brought positivity and good energy to every lecture; I'd definitely take again with her. It is still a tougher class however, so be sure to choose other classes taken with accounting 1021/1022 carefully!

EXTRA CREDIT
Hilarious
Caring
5.0
2.0
ACC1021
Grade: A+
Dec 6, 2023
Would take again

Lectures are important. There's plenty of material at your disposal. Tests are a lot, but it is easy to prep. She is a wonderful teacher and is helpful and responsive to questions and concerns. You do need to take initiative as a student; otherwise, you will fall behind. Wiley is sometimes an unpleasant platform, but that is out of her control.

Clear grading criteria
Lecture heavy
Accessible outside class
5.0
3.0
ACC1022
Grade: A+
Dec 6, 2023
Would take again

1022 is a different flavor than 1021. Material is not as cohesive as 1021's. Nonetheless, Pierce does well to be helpful, teach well, and provide plenty of resources. Everything you need is somewhere. Tests can be a lot, but there are many resources. Projects are tough, but it is good to be challenged. Be nice, they're made from scratch every time.

EXTRA CREDIT
Clear grading criteria
Accessible outside class
5.0
3.0
ACC1021
Grade: Not sure yet
Dec 8, 2023
Would take again

Great teacher.

Participation matters
Amazing lectures
Lecture heavy
5.0
3.0
ACC1021
Grade: Not sure yet
Dec 8, 2023
Would take again

I struggle with the material quite a bit in this class, as it's a heavy workload and a lot of information. However, Professor Pierce takes the time to meet outside of class if you are having any troubles and does her best to make sure the students understand it. Definitely goes the extra mile. Great professor.

Amazing lectures
Caring
Accessible outside class
5.0
3.0
ACC1021
Grade: Not sure yet
Dec 10, 2023
Would take again

Ms. Pierce is very good at helping students understand the material. She uses real life examples. She has a great sense of humor too! I have takes 3 courses with her so far and have registered for more!

Amazing lectures
Gives good feedback
Inspirational
5.0
5.0
ACC1021
Grade: A
Jan 16, 2024
Would take again

To understand the textbook, you will need to show up to class! She breaks it down for you to understand better. Read the chapter before showing up to class, and when you go to class, she teaches the material to help you better understand. She is a wonderful teacher with a wonderful personality! You won't regret taking her class.

EXTRA CREDIT
Amazing lectures
Clear grading criteria
1.0
5.0
ACC1021
Grade: B-
Mar 29, 2024

This professor was very hard to get a hold of. She wouldn't respond to emails for weeks. Tests were so hard and confusing. Would not recommend.

Tough grader
Lecture heavy
Test heavy
5.0
2.0
ACC1022
Grade: C-
Apr 18, 2024
Would take again

The course work is fast and takes time to memorize. Put in the time and effort if you expect to pass. Class discussions and in class work is best for this course. The professor keeps class lighthearted and group conversations are encouraged to solve complex problems. Highly recommend this professor.

Amazing lectures
Gives good feedback
Hilarious
4.0
3.0
ACC1022
Grade: Not sure yet
Apr 18, 2024
Would take again

She is a good teacher and will assist if asked. Has extra work outside of class and will not always respond to emails in a timely manner. Friendly and has fun every class.

Tough grader
Clear grading criteria
Hilarious
5.0
3.0
ACC1022
Grade: C-
Apr 20, 2024
Would take again

The class, meaning the content is hard if you do not put the time and effort into it. She does a great job of explaining and show examples of whatever chapter we are going over. I would take this class in person. I feel you get a lot more out of the in person lectures. She is funny and makes accounting tailorable.

Amazing lectures
Lots of homework
Respected
4.0
2.0
ACC1022
Grade: B-
Apr 25, 2024
Would take again

Pierce is great at explaining the chapter, but it is a lot, and the homework is challenging.

EXTRA CREDIT
Hilarious
Graded by few things
5.0
5.0
ACC1021
Grade: B-
May 1, 2024
Would take again

She's so funny and you will have fun every class. However, this class is very time consuming homework and studying wise. She's also very strict about deadlines.

Clear grading criteria
Lots of homework
Hilarious
4.0
4.0
ACC1021
Grade: C
May 3, 2024
Would take again

Ms. Pierce is a great teacher overall. Accounting is very challenging and takes lots of study and effort to do well in this class but Ms. Pierce was very caring and helpful to prepare us as much as possible. She has a really good sense of humor to keep the mood light but also gets serious and the tests/grading is hard so study and do all work.

Tough grader
EXTRA CREDIT
Caring
5.0
3.0
ACC1021
Grade: C
May 5, 2024
Would take again

Professor Pierce is one of a kind. Even though I had a tough semester with accounting she made it bearable. I just don't get accounting. I wish I had her for other classes because her way of teaching and connecting with the students is impeccable.

Get ready to read
Lots of homework
Hilarious
5.0
1.0
ACC1022
Grade: C+
May 6, 2024
Would take again

My favorite professor through college! She knows what they are talking about and is willing to take the time to ensure you understand the material. Moreover, her sense of humor makes a subject like accounting fun. This was my most difficult class in college and I don't know if I would have made it without her instruction.

Participation matters
Gives good feedback
Hilarious
4.0
3.0
ACC1021
Grade: C+
May 7, 2024
Would take again

Professor Pierce was really an amazing professor, she had a great structure for the class and clear understanding of the course herself. Which really helped learning the material, as long as you studied and did the extra credit provided it really easy a decent class.

Tough grader
Get ready to read
Amazing lectures
5.0
4.0
ACC1021
Grade: Not sure yet
May 7, 2024
Would take again

The class was difficult but Professor Pierce made each lecture engaging which helped.

Tough grader
EXTRA CREDIT
Hilarious
5.0
2.0
ACC1022
Grade: B-
May 8, 2024
Would take again

Great professor! Make sure to do all the homework/extra credit before the tests and you'll ace the class!

EXTRA CREDIT
Gives good feedback
Caring
4.0
4.0
ACC1022
Grade: C
May 9, 2024
Would take again

She is nice and likes to joke around sometimes, but she is always ready to keep going. She is very respectful to her students, but the class is a difficult class.

EXTRA CREDIT
Lots of homework
Respected
1.0
4.0
ACC1021
Grade: C-
May 13, 2024

She does try to break the material down but often ends up confusing the students more. She does not respond to emails in a timely manner and does offer extra credit but it takes quite a while to do.

Tough grader
Lecture heavy
Test heavy
1.0
5.0
ACC1021
Grade: D+
Aug 28, 2024

She claims it takes so long to grade to provide personal feedback on each assignment, but the feedback is reread chapter X. Despite getting a 79% on the final, she gave me a 33% on "her" final unit test. Ironically, retook the class the very next semester and received a 98%. Save your time and money and find another professor.

Tough grader
1.0
4.0
ACC1022
Grade: D+
Nov 27, 2024

probably one of THE WORST professors at Pikes Peak State College. She does not get back to you in a timely manner, when you ask for help she is never there or confuses you even more. save your money and take the class with someone else. I HIGHLEY STATE THAT YOU WILL NOT PASS THIS CLASS.

5.0
4.0
ACC1021
Grade: A-
Dec 3, 2024
Would take again

Very willing to explain things that are not understood. The course itself is fast paced but she explained things well and ask questions to make sure you have an understanding.

Gives good feedback
Hilarious
Respected
3.0
4.0
ACC1021
Grade: Not sure yet
Dec 3, 2024

Attending the lectures is important, but honestly reading the textbook and watching the videos attached to the homeworks is a lot more important for doing assingments.

Gives good feedback
Lots of homework
Accessible outside class
5.0
4.0
ACC1011
Grade: C
Dec 3, 2024
Would take again

There's a lot of work in and out of lecture. She's very supportive and kind.

Get ready to read
Participation matters
Amazing lectures
4.0
4.0
ACC1021
Grade: A-
Dec 3, 2024
Would take again

Professor Pierce is very knowledgeable about her courses and does a great job of explaining martial. However, missing even one class can be detrimental. I would suggest be prepared to ask any questions in person because she is very difficult to reach via email, even during the week. She is also a very slow grader on papers and exams.

Tough grader
EXTRA CREDIT
Lecture heavy
5.0
2.0
ACC1022
Grade: B
Dec 3, 2024
Would take again

Great professor would definitely recommend!

Amazing lectures
Hilarious
Caring
3.0
5.0
ACC1022
Grade: C
Dec 3, 2024
Would take again

This was so much better than accounting 1021 in so many ways. The biggest thing in this class is homework and the extra credit for the assignments. Get ready to dedicate a lot of time to work, but it will pay off more than tests do. Always ask the questions though, you will need to understand fully to pass.

Tough grader
Participation matters
Lots of homework
5.0
2.0
ACC1022
Grade: B-
Dec 3, 2024
Would take again

She is fun and makes this difficult class worth taking.

EXTRA CREDIT
Lots of homework
Hilarious
5.0
5.0
ACC1022
Grade: B-
Dec 3, 2024
Would take again

I liked her class, she's a great teacher.

Clear grading criteria
Gives good feedback
Hilarious
4.0
3.0
ACC1011
Grade: B
Dec 3, 2024
Would take again

A good instructor overall.

Participation matters
EXTRA CREDIT
Gives good feedback
4.0
3.0
ACC1011
Grade: B
Dec 3, 2024
Would take again

Overall a great instructor.

Tough grader
Participation matters
EXTRA CREDIT
5.0
3.0
ACC1011
Grade: A-
Dec 3, 2024
Would take again

Great professor!

Gives good feedback
Hilarious
5.0
1.0
ACC1011
Grade: Not sure yet
Dec 3, 2024
Would take again

The course is not easy, but Professor Pierce made it as accessible as possible. In class, we thoroughly analyzed each topic and applied the knowledge in practice. A wealth of material was provided to help understand the complex work of an accountant.

Participation matters
Inspirational
Hilarious
3.0
4.0
ACC1011
Grade: A
Dec 4, 2024
Would take again

Accounting 1011 is a tough class. Prof Pierce was great at explaining the reasoning behind the principles and was able to connect the principles to real life situations. Prof Pierce was difficult to meet with outside of class time.

EXTRA CREDIT
Test heavy
4.0
4.0
ACC1011
Grade: B
Dec 4, 2024
Would take again

Prof. Pierce has 2 profiles. This is the 1 or 2nd semester PPCC offered the new ACC1011. Prof is well experienced in ACC with great lectures. Course is faster pace than expected, no buffer for canceled class. No flexibility on homework, its due Saturday. Writing assignments are bit ambiguous but overall great core class.

Gives good feedback
Hilarious
Lecture heavy
5.0
1.0
ACC1022
Grade: B
Dec 5, 2024
Would take again

The class is going to be difficult, but Carolyn Pierce really knows her stuff and can help you every step of the way. You get what you put in effort wise, so don't believe these reviews saying everyone fails. Most people get a B, you just have to study, participate, and care. And Pierce is the best.

Participation matters
Hilarious
Test heavy
5.0
4.0
ACC1022
Grade: C+
Dec 5, 2024
Would take again

Class is hard but well worth it she explains everything well and she's always available when you need help.

Clear grading criteria
Gives good feedback
Respected
5.0
5.0
ACC1021
Grade: B+
Dec 5, 2024
Would take again

Goes through topics ensuring people are following and understanding what is being taught. This is a difficult class but she will answer any questions you have.

EXTRA CREDIT
Respected
5.0
4.0
ACC1022
Grade: A
Dec 5, 2024
Would take again

She really cares about her students. She also has a great positive attitude and is good at explaining advanced concepts. Put in the effort, and you will be rewarded!

EXTRA CREDIT
Amazing lectures
Caring
5.0
2.0
ACC1011
Grade: A-
Dec 5, 2024
Would take again

The course material is difficult. Professor Pierce presents the material very well. She is patient with students and maintains a positive attitude.

EXTRA CREDIT
Lots of homework
Hilarious
5.0
2.0
ACC1011
Grade: A
Dec 8, 2024
Would take again

Great teacher! Lectures were extremely helpful because she was able to explain the concepts well. The format of the class was great. I liked how we went over the chapters and then did practice problems.

EXTRA CREDIT
Amazing lectures
Clear grading criteria
5.0
4.0
ACC1011
Grade: B+
Dec 9, 2024
Would take again

Prof. Pierce does an excellent job of teaching each lecture and creating a great framework that the textbook supplements. Each concept is explained in detail and she sets aside time for the class to practice where the students are challenged to attempt practice problems together and get a chance to explore questions that are revealed during work.

Participation matters
EXTRA CREDIT
Amazing lectures
5.0
2.0
ACC1022
Grade: B
Dec 10, 2024
Would take again

She is a great professor and wants everyone to succeed!

Participation matters
EXTRA CREDIT
Amazing lectures
5.0
4.0
ACC1022
Grade: C
May 4, 2025
Would take again

Ms. Pierce is overall a very knowledgeable, caring and good teacher. This is a very difficult class so be sure to do all the homework and study for the tests. This professor is very strict with late work and will give you a zero if you miss a test for any reason so be careful not to let that happen. She does give extra credit too so do it early on.

EXTRA CREDIT
Lots of homework
Caring
5.0
4.0
ACC1022
Grade: C-
May 5, 2025
Would take again

Such a great instructor. DO NOT take accounting online or with Breitbal. Take it with Pierce. If you miss class, you will not learn. She lectures one day with McGraw Hills PowerPoint, other day is going over problems in class with her. She is available online and in person for extra help. She really wants you and helps you succeed.

EXTRA CREDIT
Caring
Lecture heavy
5.0
3.0
ACC1011
Grade: B-
May 6, 2025
Would take again

This class is challenging but very passable. Show up, do all the work, including the extra credit, and study, and you will be ok. She makes sure you understand the material, so ask questions.

EXTRA CREDIT
Amazing lectures
Lots of homework
3.0
3.0
ACC1011
Grade: A-
May 7, 2025

Professor Pierce is a good professor overall. She is a kind grader on most of the assignments, but a tough grader on tests. She offers a good chunk of extra credit that you should take full advantage of. The Excel assignments are very particular about how stuff must be entered and can be a massive pain.

Get ready to read
Participation matters
Clear grading criteria
5.0
3.0
ACC1011
Grade: B-
May 7, 2025
Would take again

She has an awesome personality! I really like her. The class was difficult, but she did tell us at the beginning of the semester it would be. I feel like the class should have been longer than an hour and fifteen minutes so we could have had enough time to go over everything in class.

EXTRA CREDIT
Hilarious
4.0
4.0
ACC122
Grade: C+
May 7, 2025
Would take again

Accounting's tough but she makes it bearable.

Lots of homework
Caring
5.0
3.0
ACC1012
Grade: B
May 7, 2025
Would take again

Extra credit opportunities, takes her time explaining material.

Participation matters
Gives good feedback
Respected
4.0
3.0
ACC1011
May 7, 2025
Would take again

Professor Pierce was a great teacher. This semester was hard but somehow we got through it. Professor Pierce is tough but she is funny and knows how to keep the class engaged. This semester was rough but as long as you put in the work you will succeed in her class.

Gives good feedback
Hilarious
Respected
5.0
2.0
ACC1012
May 7, 2025
Would take again

Explain material, gives feedback, practice problems in the class , answer questions

EXTRA CREDIT
Clear grading criteria
Test heavy
5.0
4.0
ACC1011
May 8, 2025
Would take again

From the start, she did mention that it was going to be difficult, and indeed it was. Ask questions if you don't understand, she will make sure you get your questions answered! Communication is key, and she is good at that, too. I would recommend doing the extra credit. It is a good way to get more practice in!

EXTRA CREDIT
Hilarious
5.0
5.0
ACC1012
Grade: C+
May 9, 2025
Would take again

Carolyn is sooo funny and helpful. In class she will answer questions with other questions which I think is very beneficial to our learning. Attendance is not mandatory but STRONGLY advise you to go to every single class. Everyday you learn so much that you will be tested on. Test are in person. But Prof Pierce makes going to class enjoyable!

Tough grader
EXTRA CREDIT
Hilarious
5.0
4.0
ACC1012
Grade: A
May 9, 2025
Would take again

Prof. Pierce does a great job of making Accounting interesting and relatable to the real world. Lectures are clear and easy to participate in. Her number one goal is to build understanding which is great because it helps concepts stick!

Participation matters
Amazing lectures
Hilarious
5.0
1.0
ACC1012
Grade: A
May 10, 2025
Would take again

Prof. Pierce is incredibly knowledgeable in all chapters covered in this class. She provides lectures with slides and makes the curriculum very easy to understand. Extra credits are often times a reflection of exams, which are helpful if done the night before. I have done both ACC1011 and ACC1012 with Prof. Pierce and received A's in both.

EXTRA CREDIT
Amazing lectures
Clear grading criteria
4.0
3.0
ACC1011
Grade: B+
May 11, 2025
Would take again

She's a great professor. However, I feel like we aren't exactly taught what is on the test. Close to it but the wording almost always is quite different compared to how we are taught it.

Tough grader
Respected
Test heavy
4.0
4.0
ACC1012
Grade: B
May 11, 2025
Would take again

The class can be difficult unless you attend. Doing the extra credit assignments will help you prepare for exams.

Tough grader
EXTRA CREDIT
4.0
5.0
ACC1012
Grade: A-
May 11, 2025
Would take again

Does a lot of practice problems and provides online resources, however is not overly willing to work with students on things especially outside of class. Good relations to the real world thought and always tried to restate things different ways in class for everyone to understand.

Tough grader
EXTRA CREDIT
Lots of homework
5.0
4.0
ACC1012
Grade: A
May 12, 2025
Would take again

She offered plenty of extra credit opportunities, so if you struggle a little with the material, I would strongly recommend completing those. As long as you do the homework and projects, you can afford to do a little worse on tests and pass with a good grade. Overall, she made Accounting 1012 much easier to understand than anticipated.

EXTRA CREDIT
Caring
Respected
5.0
3.0
ACC1012
Grade: A
May 15, 2025
Would take again

I would definitely make sure you go to this class in person because the lectures are very helpful. Do all the assigned work because they will help you on the test. She also offers extra credit which helps if you do not do well on the test.

EXTRA CREDIT
Amazing lectures
Respected
1.0
5.0
ACC1011
Grade: B
Jul 5, 2025

What a headache, good luck getting her to actually help you with any information she just states that you should see the information provided. I read and watched everything accessible to me, basically taught myself the entire semester. Feedback is "important to succeed" but doesn't provide any in a timely matter then blames you. Avoid her.

Participation matters
Accessible outside class
1.0
5.0
ACC1011
Grade: A
Jul 16, 2025

Short word allowance here are bullet points: I am older, full-time online,GPA 3.8, will graduate f/ PPSC&UCCS. This professor is terrible. Expect no help, emails, tests, papers, projects will go unanswrd & ungraded. My 1st email req. for help understdng material, she accused me just wanting answers and "use tools available-Google,Youtube" Good luck

Get ready to read
Participation matters
EXTRA CREDIT
1.0
5.0
ACC1011
Grade: Drop/Withdrawal
Nov 6, 2025

You will be waiting weeks to get graded work back. Class doesn't flow together. The assigned material did not make me feel prepared for the tests or to complete the projects. So stressful. You are often told to "Google it," or look it up on YouTube instead of just being provided resources. Took a month to grade one of my assignments.

Tough grader
Test heavy
5.0
4.0
ACC1012
Grade: B
Nov 26, 2025
Would take again

Instructor Dallas was highly prepared and knowledgeable in the Accounting field. She explained complex topics. Her teaching style was engaging and supported different learning styles, which helped me feel more confident in the course. She also encouraged questions and provided helpful feedback throughout the semester.

EXTRA CREDIT
Amazing lectures
Respected
5.0
3.0
ACC1012
Grade: B
Nov 26, 2025
Would take again

Complex subject, but she is a great teacher. Take good notes, study, and do the extra credit.

EXTRA CREDIT
Amazing lectures
Lecture heavy
4.0
3.0
ACC1012
Grade: B+
Nov 26, 2025
Would take again

Professor Pierce has a very well-structured course, where she teaches a concept and then leads the class through applying it. For example, she would teach what an income statement is, then teach you how to create one. This made the course predictable and easy to follow, which was very nice.

Tough grader
EXTRA CREDIT
Clear grading criteria
5.0
4.0
ACC1012
Grade: B-
Nov 28, 2025
Would take again

She really knows her material and explains concepts clearly. She makes class fun by keeping everyone engaged and asking questions as we go through lessons and during review. Her sense of humor and teaching style made learning a lot easier. I definitely recommend taking her class!

Get ready to read
Hilarious
Lecture heavy
5.0
3.0
ACC1012
Grade: A+
Nov 29, 2025
Would take again

She's honestly really funny and helpful, she just wants to see her students succeed, but you've got to meet her halfway. Homework, extra credit, and tests stay pretty consistent, and the project and essay are not bad at all, just give yourself some time, and do the EC. She is quick to respond and always available after class for extra questions.

EXTRA CREDIT
Hilarious
Respected
3.0
3.0
ACC1012
Grade: A+
Dec 2, 2025
Would take again

Lots of details to learn. In class participation is a must. Take lots of notes & do practice problems to pass. Tests difficult as no idea what's specifically on them. Need to know everything! Lectures taught by the textbook- not sure what need to keep in memory for real world application.

Participation matters
EXTRA CREDIT
4.0
3.0
ACC1011
Grade: B
Dec 5, 2025
Would take again

She breaks down complex topics, like journal entries and accruals, into easy-to-understand steps. She uses great, relevant examples that actually stick. She is always checking in with the class and making sure that we understand what she is teaching.

Get ready to read
Lots of homework
Test heavy
1.0
3.0
ACC1011
Grade: Not sure yet
Dec 6, 2025

I have NEVER had such a bad experience with a professor before. Maybe it's because it's an online class but even then, being told a spacebar is too stressful for you is just plain unprofessional. Starting off with Mcgraw Hill is already a sign youre going to struggle a bit. But be prepared because the exam space is NOT accounting friendly.

Tough grader
5.0
4.0
ACC1011
Grade: Not sure yet
Dec 6, 2025
Would take again

Great professor for a difficult class. Definitely wish we had more time in class to go over the material but that is far from her fault. The amount of homework is necessary and meant for learning the material. Just wish it was not so much at breakneck speed, especially if you are struggling or slower at learning the material than the class speed.

Tough grader
Gives good feedback
Lots of homework
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