3.7

Catherine Kaebisch

Communication - College of Lake County

3.7
Quality
2.8
Difficulty
44%
Would Retake
102
Reviews
3.7
Quality
2.8
Difficulty
3.7
Helpful
3.7
Clarity

44%

Would Retake

102

Reviews

Rating Distribution
Official

5

64

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25

What Students Say

Really tough grader as well so be warned

CMM121 - 1.0 rating

Would give you a zero if things didn't meet her criteria, regardless if it was turned in on time

CMM121 - 1.0 rating
Class Info

Online Classes

100%

Attendance Mandatory

98%

Textbook Required

26%

Grade Predictor

Your expected effort level

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Predicted Grade

B

95% confidence
Based on 63 grades
Most common grades:
A (24)
A+ (11)
B (7)
Grade Distribution
A(35)B(7)C(5)D(8)F(6)A-/B+(7)
Based on 72 reported grades
A: 24
A+: 11
B: 7
B+: 6
Common Tags
Tough grader (17)
Skip class? You won't pass. (15)
Clear grading criteria (10)
Participation matters (10)
Gives good feedback (9)
Caring (8)
Respected (6)
Tough Grader (5)
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Ratings by Course

111

5.0

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121

5.0

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ENG222

5.0

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CMM123

5.0

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Difficulty by Course

CMM122

4.0

COM121

3.0

CMM121

2.8

CMM123

2.0

CMM111

2.0

Reviews (102)
5.0
3.0
CMM121
Jun 15, 2011

She explains everything very well to make sure you know what she expects and is always willing to help and answer questions, even one-on-one after class. Its a little bit of work, but if you make sure you get your outlines done on time you will do fine.

5.0
1.0
CMM121
Nov 16, 2011

She is a good teacher. As long as you put the effort into showing up to every class, do the work on time, and show up for the speeches than you should not fail this course. She is very helpful when a student has a concern about anything and is willing to help you on anything you might have trouble on.

5.0
1.0
CMM121
Dec 28, 2011

She's great, but you do have to do lots of work and show up to every single class. But overall she's very helpFull

5.0
1.0
CMM121
Feb 6, 2012

She was a great teacher, always encouraged classmates and offered assistance to people after class.

3.0
3.0
CMM121
Mar 14, 2012

She is very strict with attendance and deadlines. Not willing to work with you or give help. She can be rude and self centered. Dont waste your time

5.0
2.0
CMM121
Mar 23, 2012

I was worried about speaking in front of the class until she told us all that its a class to get you READY to speak and is not an advance speech class. I found her to be very helpful when it came to needing advice or help. She also grades fairly and explains why you received the grade. Attendance is mandatory but this is COLLEGE not high school!

5.0
4.0
CMM121
May 30, 2012

She was great! Besides the 4 speeches there are only about 4 easy assignments out of the book and 2 exams(she tells you exactly what's on them so they'r easy As). Do speech outlines exactly like the examples, turn them in on time and speak on your given speaking days and you'll do great! I was(still am) terrified of public speaking but I got an A

5.0
2.0
CMM121
Jul 25, 2012

Very nice and extremely helpful. She explains everything you need to do to prepare for the speeches. As long as you do everything that she says you can pass the class with no problem. She's a very fair grader and doesn't expect her students to be phenomenal speakers. I'm terrified of public speaking and I got a A in the class.

5.0
1.0
CMM121
Apr 22, 2013

Great instructor! Do not take anyone else for Speech. Makes the class very relatable and fun. You will actually enjoy speaking days!!!

5.0
2.0
CMM121
Aug 6, 2013

Catherine is a great speech teacher, especially when you are really nervous about speaking. She makes the class enjoyable and understands people have a hard time with public speaking. Very helpful with outlines, and she always gives great positive feedback that helps boost your confidence!

5.0
1.0
CMM121
Dec 18, 2013

Ms. Catherine Kaebisch is one of the best teachers I've had. She is very understanding and she is always willing to help you. I recommend this teacher for anyone. She is a fair grader.

5.0
1.0
CMM121
Grade: A
May 17, 2014

She is the Best Teacher ever! I love her!

5.0
2.0
CMM121
Grade: A
May 20, 2014

Catherine is an absolutely wonderful instructor. She is very helpful and open to questions. The thing that I liked most about her class was that she held us all accountable, but did not expect us to be public speaking experts. I could not recommend any class that she leads more, and would actively pursue any of her future courses.

5.0
2.0
CMM121
Grade: A
May 20, 2014

Catherine is an amazing teacher! she definitely is willing to help her students succeed! I dreaded taking speech, but Catherine really helped me and my confidence in public speaking grew, I highly recommend her and you will not be disappointed

5.0
4.0
CMM121
May 21, 2014

Catherine is a great teacher, she is very helpful and understands that most of us have a hard time with public speaking. This class gave me a lot of confidence that I can apply in the future. Its tough work, but like any class if the comminment and time are put you can and will be succesful. I recommend this teacher.

5.0
3.0
CMM122
Grade: A
May 21, 2014

Catherine was a great teacher. Clear, concise and gave ample time for preparation of speeches. I would recommend taking her class.

5.0
1.0
ENG222
Grade: A
May 26, 2014

Mrs. Catherine is a great speech teacher, especially when you are really nervous about speaking or you are bilingual. She makes the class enjoyable and understands people have a hard time with public speaking. Very helpful with outlines, and she always gives great positive feedback!!!! Respect her rules, ask questions, ask for help and will have A!

5.0
3.0
CMM121
May 27, 2014

Great teacher!!! Very helpful, but demanding too. As long as you miss no classes (3 allowed) and never late with assignments you can get nice grade))) Have fun!

4.0
2.0
CMM121
Grade: B+
Jul 23, 2014

She is amazing! She is understanding, clear, and she does not make you uncomfortable while giving your speech. She makes you try to feel as comfortable as you can. Especially during your first speeches. I recommend her!

5.0
2.0
CMM121
Grade: A
Jul 23, 2014

Catherine is a very nice instructor. The class is one of the easiest ones as long as you prepare. Public speaking is not easy for everyone, but Catherine is there to help and is very understanding of everyone.

5.0
2.0
CMM123
Aug 3, 2014

If you do the work you it is an easy A. Catherine spells out everything for you. It is just a matter of putting in the work.

5.0
2.0
CMM121
Grade: A+
Nov 6, 2014

This class was a great class. The participation in the class help you learn the course. She is a great instructor teaches you how to be prepared for given great speeches. I would take the instructor again

5.0
1.0
111
Nov 10, 2014

I recommend anyone to take a course with Mrs. Kaebisch. She definitely is successful at maintaining your interest throughout lectures. She takes her students into consideration when assigning homework and projects. Her easy to follow assignments make it a breeze to pass. She is a GREAT teacher.

5.0
2.0
CMM121
Dec 14, 2014

This is my first post on RMP, and I am happy to post about this great teacher. She is very clear from day one what the expectations are for the class. As long as you follow her guidance (laid out for you btw), show up to class prepared, attend class and participate you will have a great experience! She is eager to help you succeed!

5.0
1.0
COMMUNICATIONS
Grade: A
Dec 17, 2014

She is a wonderful teacher. I enjoyed being in her class.

5.0
3.0
CMM121
Dec 22, 2014

If you miss more than 4 classes you are in serious trouble but you can always ask her before hand for absences. Kinda hot. The hot teacher type.

5.0
2.0
CMM121
Jan 17, 2015

I absolutely loved this class. It was my first semester going back to school besides the fact that english is my second language but she is so cool and understanding that I was not nervous at all about giving the speeches. I took a Sunday class and the whole group had an awesome vibe. I truly recommend her.

5.0
1.0
CUM121
Feb 1, 2015

Catherine is great! I was scared to take speech - I dropped it once before because I dreaded public speaking. From day one she made everyone feel at ease and slowly I became more confident in speaking. Easy class if you write your speeches and have them ready to present on time. Easy A as long as you don't miss class and present your speeches.

5.0
2.0
CMM121
Apr 22, 2015

Catherine, as she prefers t be called, is a super cool, easy going speech teacher. As long as you show up and do your work, you shouldn't have any problems!

3.0
2.0
CMM121
Grade: B+
May 14, 2015

She was nice at first, but throughout the semester she became more rude and even gave aditude to students a couple times

5.0
2.0
CMM121
May 15, 2015

She is great! If you follow her guidelines on how to do the speeches you'll come out of the class with an easy A. The only tests we had in the class was a midterm and final which were super easy. The final was only mandatory if you didn't have a high enough A. She is strict on attendance. She counts attendance as a big quiz grade all together.

5.0
2.0
COM121
May 26, 2015

She is an amazing professor. She's straight-forward, so if you follow her syllabus, you'll pass with an A. She's flexible and understanding. The only exam I took in her class was the final, for a midterm she assigned a group project.

5.0
2.0
CMM121
Grade: A
Aug 3, 2015

She made it very clear at the beginning of the Semester what was expected and gave examples of what you needed to do in order to get an A. She graded on point system. She was always available to help. Every week, she would go over what she expected for our speeches. She was amazing! I'd take it over again. Extra credit a Plus!!

5.0
2.0
CMM121
Grade: B+
Aug 4, 2015

Really great at making you feel comfortable!

5.0
1.0
121
Grade: B
Aug 6, 2015

Mrs. Kaebisch is great. She understands that no one wants to take a speech class and makes you feel really comfortable. She is never going to call you out in front of anyone for a mistake you made. Attendance is probably her only big thing, she stresses the fact that she does not want you showing up late.

5.0
1.0
CMM121
Grade: A
Aug 12, 2015

Show up and "try" and you will pass. I thought I did horrible but I went up there and tried my best and I received an A for each speech. I did not use my book at all. Not worth buying.

3.0
3.0
CMM121
Grade: B+
Oct 29, 2015

She is rude to students and she has this snobby personality. At the beginning she painted the class to be easy; however she relies a lot on outlines. so expect to write a lot as well.

2.0
4.0
CMM121
Grade: Drop/Withdrawal
Nov 16, 2015

I was doing great in the class, doing really well with my speeches (All As) and the outlines and the midterm. I had something come up personally where I fell behind on a speech. Because I couldn't quickly catch up I was going to fail the class all based on one speech, and she refused to reply to my emails. I had to go to the dean to drop the class.

5.0
4.0
CMM121
Grade: A
Dec 2, 2015

Katherine gives you all of the tools you need to succeed. She is very helpful, and very dedicated to her students. She wants everyone to do well. Follow her examples from the syllabus from prior students. Follow her guideline, they are there f or a reason. Her class, by far has been my favorite since I decided to go back to school. Loved Her

5.0
1.0
CMM121
Grade: A+
Dec 2, 2015

Catherine is a great teacher and deserves nothing more than positive feedback. She is helpful and really is there for her students. She understands that speech isn't easy for many people and shows empathy for her students who are intimidating at public speaking. Would take her class all over again!

5.0
2.0
CMM111
Grade: A+
Dec 11, 2015

SHE MADE HER EXPECTATIONS 4 THE CLASS VERY CLEAR + IF YOU DIDN'T PASS THAT MEANT U DIDN'T DO WHAT U WERE SUPPOSED TO AS THE STUDENT. HER PASSION 4 HER JOB IS OBVIOUS + I WOULD RECOMMEND HER 2 ANYONE. U GET OUT OF THE CLASS WHAT U PUT INTO IT, IF U DON'T DO THE WORK, U FAIL. JUST LIKE ANY OTHER CLASS. SHE GIVES EX CREDIT + IS FAIR IN GRADING.

5.0
1.0
CMM121
Grade: A+
Jan 19, 2016

If you have fear/anxiety of public speaking definitely take her. She understands that many of us are not big fans of public speaking but makes us feel very comfortable. Gives you clear expectations so that you can succeed. Show up to class, do your outlines and speaking notes (on time) and you will be fine. One of the best professors!

5.0
1.0
CMM121
Grade: A
Apr 26, 2016

One of the best teachers I have ever had. She gives you clear criteria, and understands that no one wants to take speech class. She also understands that you are a human, and get nervous and make mistakes. So many points are just on outlines and she gives you clear criteria as to what you need in the outline.

5.0
1.0
CMM121
Grade: A-
Apr 26, 2016

She is super nice and really understands that a lot of people have a huge fear of public speaking, as long as you are prepared with everything turned in on time, you will pass regardless if you do horrible on the speeches

5.0
1.0
CMM121
Apr 27, 2016

She's the bee's knees!

5.0
3.0
CMM121
Grade: A
Apr 27, 2016

One of the best professor's I've had in college. She's very inspirational and understanding of everyone's nerves who takes a speech class. If you follow her criteria and pay attention, this is an easy A because she's very helpful with her feedback. I would take another speech class with her and I dislike speeches.

5.0
2.0
CMM121
Apr 27, 2016

Best speech teacher by far. Probably the best teacher I've had at CLC.

5.0
2.0
CMM121
Grade: B
Jul 20, 2016
Would take again

Shes the best professor I've had!

5.0
2.0
CMM121
Grade: B
Jul 20, 2016
Would take again

Shes the best professor I've had! She's not hard at all. You come to class and you'll pass.

5.0
2.0
CMM121
Grade: A+
Jul 20, 2016
Would take again

For anyone nervous about speaking; Mrs. K really does an exceptional job at identifying that nobody's thrilled to be in the class. If you write up good outlines and prepare your speech right, you will get an A. She recognizes that nerves and anxiety are uncontrollable and therefore should not negatively affect your grade.

5.0
3.0
CMM121
Grade: A+
Jul 20, 2016
Would take again

She's such an awesome professor! She truly understands that most people don't like speaking in front of people. Just as long as you show up to class, complete the speechs and work on time then you should do fine! And also remember to NEVER expect perfection ^_^

5.0
1.0
CMM121
Grade: A+
Jul 27, 2016
Would take again

Easily one of the best teachers I've ever had. She provides clear outlines for each speech and as long as you complete them, it's close to impossible to not get an A. She's very understanding and a real sweetheart. I dreaded going into the first day, but the last day of class, I walked out one of my favorite classes ever. She really is the best!

5.0
2.0
CMM121
Jul 27, 2016
Would take again

A fantastic instructor. Highly recommend taking a class of hers. She's a genuinely nice person and cares about the students & their success in the class. I learned a great deal about public speaking and even found myself more comfortable doing it after this class ended.

5.0
2.0
CMM121
Grade: A
Aug 8, 2016
Would take again

Catherine is awesome! She has been that student who gets anxious when they hear a presentation or speech is mandatory. She gives you the benefit of the doubt as long as your outline was good. I do not like speeches and I got an A!

5.0
1.0
CMM121
Grade: A
Nov 15, 2016
Would take again

If you have a fear of public speaking, Catherine is the perfect professor to take this class with. She understands that people have anxiety and she even talks about her massive social anxiety when she was younger and how she's overcome it. She grades very generously, if you show up to class everyday it's practically impossible to not get an A.

Gives good feedback
Skip class? You won't pass.
Caring
1.0
5.0
CMM121
Grade: F
Dec 20, 2016
Wouldn't take again

I can't believe that CLC have teacher like her , the first few classes she show the the students that she's the best but right after everyone realized that she's not more than one of the worst

Tough Grader
Skip class? You won't pass.
SO MANY PAPERS
1.0
5.0
CMM121
Grade: D-
Jan 3, 2017
Wouldn't take again

she teaches too quick and gives way to much homework. She is the worst and if i took this class in my first year college i sure i would drop out as she is overwhelming - she is a devil in disguise so if you too bust to do 3hrs homework DO NOT TAKE HER CLASS.

Skip class? You won't pass.
LOTS OF HOMEWORK
TEST HEAVY
1.0
5.0
CMM121
Grade: C
Jan 3, 2017
Wouldn't take again

This was probably one of the worst professors I have ever taken. Moves incredibly fast and sometimes hard to understand. Tests and quizzes are confusing due to wording. Makes simple material 10000 times harder than it needs to be

Get ready to read
Skip class? You won't pass.
TEST HEAVY
5.0
3.0
CMM121
Grade: A
Feb 2, 2017
Would take again

I had class with this instructor and she never gave quizzes or papers during the semester! The mandatory exams were explained in detail and very passable. The only homework received was preparing for the speeches we had to give!

Respected
Skip class? You won't pass.
Caring
1.0
5.0
CMM121
Grade: F
Feb 7, 2017
Wouldn't take again

CLC have a great instructors but this one is NOT , SHE IS SO not Good

Skip class? You won't pass.
LOTS OF HOMEWORK
SO MANY PAPERS
5.0
3.0
CMM121
Grade: B
Feb 22, 2017
Would take again

She's awesome! As long as you follow the criteria, show up, and at least try she is an amazing teacher! She's super understanding and goes out of her way to help you! I HIGHLY recommend her!!

Inspirational
Hilarious
Caring
5.0
1.0
CMM121
Grade: A
Apr 11, 2017
Would take again

Please not the negative reviews received bad grades. She makes it easy to pass if you follow criteria. Those with negative comments did not put the work in to a college course.

5.0
1.0
CMM121
Grade: A+
May 7, 2017
Would take again

Catherine is an AWESOME professor! I can't believe there are negative reviews. This is by far the easiest college class I have taken. There are only 2 exams through the whole course (just midterm and final) The study guide had exactly the same questions as real test. People didn't look at it, failed, and blamed her. I would have had to TRY to fail.

Gives good feedback
Respected
Clear grading criteria
1.0
4.0
CMM121
Grade: C+
May 19, 2017
Wouldn't take again

Everyone in my class basically dropped. She seemed so nice and caring at first, and then made you do ridiculous tasks and graded hard on them too. She's horrible at replying back at email if you need her asap. Only good thing about her was 6 absences was allowed but if anymore it was bad. She's a tough grader & I thought it was going to be a easy A

Tough Grader
BEWARE OF POP QUIZZES
2.0
5.0
CMM122
Grade: C
Jul 27, 2017
Wouldn't take again

She might be a good teacher during the regular spring and fall semesters, but she is terrible during the summer semester. Don't take her class during the summer unless you want to dedicate your entire 8 weeks only prepping for her class. It was the absolute worst.

Tough Grader
Skip class? You won't pass.
LOTS OF HOMEWORK
5.0
2.0
CMM121
Grade: A+
Jul 27, 2017
Would take again

I'm literally in shock that people have left bad comments. Catherine is hands down the best teacher I have ever had at CLC. She is the most understanding, patience, and compassionate teacher ever. She genuinely understands that public speaking is scary, and doesn't judge you. She really wants the best for her students. she's so sweet funny and nice

Clear grading criteria
Caring
EXTRA CREDIT
4.0
3.0
CMM121
Grade: B
Oct 24, 2017
Wouldn't take again

She was all around a good teacher. I took her over the summer semester of 2017. I recommend taking her. She is very nice, and gives good feedback. If you follow with the course, expect to become a better public speaker. Her grading criteria for each speech is confusing though, and she is very strict with the structure of each speech.

Tough Grader
Gives good feedback
Skip class? You won't pass.
5.0
3.0
CMM121
Grade: A
Dec 16, 2017
Would take again

Catherine is one of the best teachers I have had at CLC. She is very passionate and motivational in preparing you for your speeches. She always makes a comfortable environment for you to present. She also very organized and clear on her grading criteria. Reaching her outside of class is easy too, she's always willing to help students.

Gives good feedback
Respected
Participation matters
4.0
2.0
CMM121
Grade: B+
Dec 16, 2017
Wouldn't take again

she's a good teacher. her test are easy. At first she is an easy grader with your speech, but towards the end of the semester she expects a lot from you, even thought public speaking is not something you will master with just four speeches.

Gives good feedback
Skip class? You won't pass.
5.0
2.0
CMM121
Grade: A
Jan 5, 2018
Would take again

Professor Catherine was an amazing teacher. Her lectures where very interesting and made assignments clears. Speeches where not easy to present due to nerves, but easy to do and manage. Midterm and and final where basically given to you, all that was needed was to study and read key words from the book. Definitely take her again if needed.

Gives good feedback
Participation matters
Skip class? You won't pass.
5.0
3.0
CMM121
Grade: A+
May 2, 2018
Would take again

Catherine is a great teacher and constantly encourages students. This is a class and you have to put in effort just as any other class, instead of writing papers, you present a speech. Do the leg work, prepare strong outlines, and work hard. This class has made me a more confident public speaker. Take advantage of extra credit opportunities.

Gives good feedback
Clear grading criteria
EXTRA CREDIT
5.0
2.0
CMM121
Grade: A
Jul 26, 2018
Would take again

Very understanding if you are a nervous speaker. Jovial, clearly delineates requirements. Just adhere to them and youll be fine. Highly recommended

Inspirational
Clear grading criteria
Caring
2.0
4.0
CMM121
Grade: D+
Dec 11, 2018
Wouldn't take again

Don't plan to miss much or any of her class if you don't want to fall behind quickly. Extremely tough grader and can be very intimidating for a student fresh out of high school, not at all what is expected of an intro-level class. If you're looking for an easy A, this is not it.

Tough Grader
Skip class? You won't pass.
LOTS OF HOMEWORK
5.0
4.0
CMM121
Grade: A
May 2, 2019
Would take again

Great course structure. Clear instructions. Instructor wants everyone to succeed, ask for help when needed. Attendance is mandatory w/4 allowed absences; tardy has penalty of 5% of the grade for each tardy. If u have allowed absences left, taking 5% off the grade could be avoided. No quizzes, just midterm, final, & speeches. Great Instructor. 10/10

2.0
4.0
CMM121
Grade: D
May 9, 2019
Wouldn't take again

Extremely harsh on grading and expectations. Doesnt seem that bad at first but any deriving from her set course expectations, specifically in the outline, can almost fail you. Furthermore, you can forget getting any points for late work. 1 day50% 2 days late-0%. Despite being a fundamental class, the expectations exceed fundamental things.

Tough grader
5.0
4.0
COM121
Jul 31, 2019
Would take again

I took her summer course and she wasnt bad at all. Literally the only way you can fail is by not following the EASY outline or not turning in your homework. It was intense honestly, but she grades fairly. Recommend her if you have anxiety. She lets you have pages of notes with you and allows you to start over your speech if you mess up.

Caring
Clear grading criteria
Participation matters
4.0
2.0
CMM121
Grade: A
Feb 25, 2020
Would take again

Shes very nice and will give lots of information to succeed in the class

Respected
Clear grading criteria
EXTRA CREDIT
5.0
3.0
CMM121
Grade: A
Nov 8, 2020
Would take again

She really cares about your success and also understands how annoying and scary a speech class can be which is helpful.

Gives good feedback
Respected
Participation matters
1.0
4.0
CMM121
Dec 16, 2020
Wouldn't take again

Expects you to have 3 people when filming your speech in the middle of a pandemic. Really tough grader as well so be warned.

Skip class? You won't pass.
Tough grader
1.0
4.0
CMM121
Grade: C
Jan 22, 2021
Wouldn't take again

This professor was very difficult to reach outside of class and rarely gave help because she assumed you just weren't paying attention. Would give you a zero if things didn't meet her criteria, regardless if it was turned in on time. You had to do everything according to her outline or you would fail.

Skip class? You won't pass.
Lecture heavy
Tough grader
4.0
3.0
CMM121
Grade: A
Apr 15, 2021
Would take again

Great teacher, she cares about your success and is always willing to help you. Gives clear instructions and lays all the criteria out. She's very understanding and understands that public speaking is scary. Pretty easy grader as long as you do the work per her layout and submit it on time.

Respected
Clear grading criteria
Caring
5.0
2.0
CMM121
Grade: A+
Apr 27, 2021
Would take again

I was very nervous to take a speech class. That changed very quickly, and I now actually get excited to come to class! Catherine is an amazing professor. If you put the effort in and apply her advice and feedback, you will definitely be successful. Catherine cares about your success inside and outside of class, and is extremely kind. 10/10! :)

Gives good feedback
Clear grading criteria
Caring
3.0
3.0
CMM121
Grade: B
Jun 14, 2021
Wouldn't take again

This, so far, is the only class I've struggled in. She was very confusing and wouldn't help when asked. If she did help me, she'd be very vague. It is also important to listen in class since she had random words used to show as proof that we were listening to the lecture. For speeches, there's outlines, speech notes, presentation, and an audience

Participation matters
Tough grader
1.0
5.0
CMM121
Grade: C
Jun 25, 2021
Wouldn't take again

She will fail your assignment if you dont meet all of her criteria. Specifically, a minimum of 3 audience members. Did she forget that were in a pandemic? Some people do not have 3 people to present to. What should I do then? Present to my stuffed animals? Unbelievable.

1.0
5.0
CMM121
Jun 26, 2021
Wouldn't take again

bad communicator, difficult person overall.

1.0
5.0
CMM121
Grade: F
Jun 27, 2021
Wouldn't take again

Will not grade presentations if you do not meet all requirements to the tee.

Lots of homework
Participation matters
Tough grader
1.0
5.0
CMM121
Grade: F
Aug 9, 2021
Wouldn't take again

She would not grade my speech unless it was exactly her format or you had every little thing she stated. She doesn't answer emails. I emailed her multiple times to see if I could resubmit my speeches so she could at least give me a grade on them instead of failing me on everything. She never emailed me back. I wouldn't recommend this professor.

Participation matters
Skip class? You won't pass.
Tough grader
1.0
5.0
CMM121
Grade: F
Aug 9, 2021
Wouldn't take again

does not responded to emails

Tough grader
1.0
5.0
CMM121
Aug 9, 2021
Wouldn't take again

In a time like this where most classes we are taking online and never speaking to a professor face to face you would think your professor would do everything to help her students. Emailed her multiple times to help get my grade up and never got a email back. Would NEVER recommend this professor after taking her class.

Tough grader
1.0
5.0
CMM121
Grade: F
Aug 9, 2021
Wouldn't take again

Do not understand how her rating is so high. Not a helpful professor at all. Horrible at answering emails. Never answered a single email and when never being able to see your professor in person email is important. Will not grade work unless it is perfect. Expects you to have 3 people watch you present while in a pandemic. DO NOT RECOMMEND!!!!!!!!!

Tough grader
1.0
4.0
CMM121
Grade: Rather not say
Sep 8, 2021
Wouldn't take again

don't take her classes she's rude and mean and her rules are too much

Skip class? You won't pass.
Tough grader
1.0
5.0
CMM121
Grade: Not sure yet
Nov 28, 2021
Wouldn't take again

AWFUL AWFUL! currently still taking her class at the moment. She expects you to have all of your speeches and your outline formatted into the way she wants it to be. If you have one thing she does not like she automatically fails you. Horrible at responding, when i tried to talk to her to get more feedback she was so bleh about it.

1.0
4.0
CMM121
Dec 6, 2021
Wouldn't take again

Do not take this professor. She is extremely unprofessional and strict. She micromanages all of the speeches and makes it extremely easy to FAIL. Not flexible at all, yet is unorganized herself. Do not take her class.

Graded by few things
Lecture heavy
Tough grader
1.0
5.0
CMM121
Grade: Drop/Withdrawal
Jul 19, 2022

She just told me I will not pass without explaining why. Rude and unprofessional. Save your money and time by not taking her class.

1.0
2.0
CMM121
Grade: B
Oct 25, 2022

Catherine is very strict if you dont do your assignments EXACTLY who she wants it to be done she will give you a awful grade. The assignments she assigns also are never direct and clear and she takes days to respond back to an email.

Tough grader
Clear grading criteria
5.0
2.0
CMM121
Grade: B+
Dec 18, 2022
Would take again

If you have spotty attendance do not take this class because missing a speech takes 50% off the grade! But this class is such an easy and comforting class for anyone with nerves to speak. This class was fun and challenging and this is coming from an extreme introvert!

EXTRA CREDIT
Clear grading criteria
Test heavy
1.0
5.0
CMM121
Grade: Rather not say
May 9, 2023

An extremely tough grader and is NOT the understanding or caring person she says she is on the first day of class. If you email her asking for help with your outlines or asking why she graded you so low on a speech, expect a reply back when pigs learn to fly.

Tough grader
Lots of homework
So many papers
1.0
5.0
CMM121
Grade: Not sure yet
Jul 26, 2023

She. Is. The. Absolute. WORST! Do not take any courses with her as the instructor. She is not at all caring, she will give you a 0 on any assignment with one mistake, and she will never apologize if she does something wrong. Stay away from her classes. Her outline requirements are ridiculous, and she is an awful communicator.

Tough grader
Lots of homework
So many papers
1.0
3.0
CMM121
Grade: Drop/Withdrawal
Aug 20, 2024

Not my favorite teacher, definitely uptight and rude.

1.0
4.0
CMM121
Grade: Drop/Withdrawal
Sep 12, 2024

I had got into a car accident a week before class started and missed a few classes. She was not understanding at all and was super rude about it.

Tough grader
Participation matters
1.0
5.0
CMM121
Grade: A
Dec 11, 2024

Very expecting of each student, without enough understanding or late work acceptance. Bad experience.

Tough grader
Participation matters
1.0
5.0
CMM121
Grade: Drop/Withdrawal
Dec 11, 2024

She was the least considerate or caring professor I've ever had. A complete and utter waste of money. Dropped me for attendance even after I told her before she dropped me through email 3 times (which she didn't respond to/ see), that I was dealing with a lot at home. Act all you want lady, you're not a sweet person.

Tough grader
Participation matters
Class Info

Online Classes

100%

Attendance Mandatory

98%

Textbook Required

26%

Grade Predictor

Your expected effort level

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Predicted Grade

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95% confidence
Based on 63 grades
Most common grades:
A (24)
A+ (11)
B (7)
Grade Distribution
A(35)B(7)C(5)D(8)F(6)A-/B+(7)
Based on 72 reported grades
A: 24
A+: 11
B: 7
B+: 6
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