The class was very difficult. She's very intimidating as well. As soon as you hear her talk you instantly feel stupid. She's willing to meet with students but isn't very helpful. I met with her, she said I was doing fine and on the right track and I got a failing grade! Whats that about?

still taking the class. so far she is very helpful. smart and likes to talk about more than just writing. i am very excited that she brings up current events and controversial topics, and she lets us talk stuff out and get our ideas out. definitely a real professor, seems like she doesn't take crap from people, very strong minded. A+ in my book!

This is the best critical thinking class I've ever had. She made it so interesting that I enjoyed every minute of it. She does use the book but your grade will mainly depend on how well you express a logical, coherent argument on your 3 major essays.

If you don't care about questioning what you have been taught so far, you will end up blaming her & dropping the class, which is very common among IVC students. If you enjoy challenging ideas, she's the one. She's an open-minded, critical, and helpful REAL professor. The emphasis is not on memorizing stuff... but on reasoning.

For the first comment: She could be seen as a mirror. It won't show anything that it's not there already.

Very helpful professor. If you are having trouble with your essays she is available to meet with you and guide you in the right direction. Interesting lectures,approachable, and she has a great sense of humor. I promise you wont be bored in this class. Prof Shaner is great and IVC is lucky to have her!

Great Professor, she is very clever and helpful. The class is not easy, but overall you get more out of it than any other 201 class. You are expected to have good writing skills. If you don't like the class then you must be a sophist... jk, oh and know your fallacies.

An asset to IVC. This class was extremely challenging but very fun and I feel helped me grow as both a reader and writer. You will not regret taking this course unless of course you fear a challenge.

Plain and simply, she rocks. I had a lot of fun in the class which is good. I got an incomplete because I did not turn a paper and I assume she had mercy on my soul. I have to get it going so I finish the paper. I think she is a very good teacher--not that common at IVC. I sincerely hope she goes on to a more prestigious university soon.

Great class, BUT if you are not prepared to work, better not take it. I love the class because I get to say my opinions without being penalized.

My favorite teacher at IVC. Granted, I am an English major so I took a lot of classes from her. She's very passionate about her subject and honestly wants students to learn. She does require a lot of work and her classes aren't easy. If you're having trouble, just talk to her. She's more than willing to help.

she is a good teacher and love what she does. the class overall is not easy and if you are willing to put effort on it you can pass the class. you have to read a couple of books that may be quite hard to read but at least I learned a lo from this class and now most of my other engl classes are not that hard once you pass with shaner

She was probably one of the hardest teachers I have ever had. Sincerely after taking her class I feel like I learned something. She will make you work for you grade, but if you need help she will help you out alot you just need to ask. Regardless what major you are you should take her class.

honestly i think this is the best instructor i've had in my academic life. initially i thought i couldn't make a good grade but when i settled down and tried to be present in all her classes i found out i learnt alot. God bless Shaner

I had her first for ENG 101 and now again for 201. I thought it would be easier now that I already know her but not really. She asks alot from her students and is a tough grader. She knows her stuff. She may seem intimidating but go see her after class for clarification. Don't wait til last min to do the essays! Teaches you what you need to know.

Shaner was seriously my favorite English professor. She's smart and definitely knows what she's doing. Her class is hard work so don't take her if you want an easy grade.

Boring Class. If you are not interested in ENG dont take is class! She knows what she is teaching, She is a good teacher, but hard to pass if the class is boring for you.

Shaner is a good teacher and you'll learn a lot to have good essays with stronger vocab. There's no hw except reading a book and studying. The MLA book isn't needed at all. Essays make your grade and she lets you turn them in for a better grade. If English isn't your favorite subject DO NOT take this class. it is boring and hard.

Professor Shaner is best described as tough but fair. She let's you know exactly what is expected, but leaves room for flexibility and creativity. During lectures, Professor Shaner demonstrates clear mastery of subject matter and an ability to clearly pass knowledge on to students. In this class, expect to work, but also expect to grow and learn.

She is a great teacher. She provides alot of details but each one is crucial so pay attention! WARNING you have to think out the box! If you don't this class ain't for you. This class is a non slacker so be ready to learn. Don't complain if you don't understand. High school English is a joke. Anybody who is willing to progress learn should take her

If you want to learn how to improve your writing then take her class

Professor Shaner is the best teacher I have ever had. Yes, it's hard work but it's extremely purposeful. I have learned some of the most important things in the two classes I have taken from her than any other in my education career. I only wish I could take another! I highly recommend her to anyone looking for development in their critical reason

Not easy. However, you'll learn and will be ready for upper level courses. Best option.

Not easy. If you want to learn and be ready for upper level courses, this is the class to take. She's a good professor and as long as you put the effort and try, you will pass. She gives many opportunities to revise your essays to get a better grade.

Best professor at IVC! I wish I could take another class with her. Easy A if you do all the work and apply her feedback. I couldn't recommend her enough. Everything (grading criteria, lectures, prompts, etc) is clear and fair.

Mrs. Shaner is a great professor. She knows her subject and clearly explains the rules of the game. If you follow the rules, pay attention and take notes, you have an excellent chance on passing the class. She is very helpful and goes above and beyond to help. I highly recommend her.

Shaner is very fair in grading. From day one, she will make it crystal clear what her expectations for the class are. You are given a chance to rewrite all four essays which can help increase your grade. Her lectures are interesting and help immensely when trying to create your essay. If you put the effort into your essays, it will not go unnoticed

Mrs. Shaner is by far one of the best professors I've taken at IVC. She was very helpful with writing tips and showed that she cared. Shaner has a craft for English and is always available for office hours. I can honestly say after taking her class, I have gained more confidence as a writer.

I struggled all semester writing papers but still manage to do them, my scores will not be bad but not good either, profesor Shaner helps you out as long as you show you wanna learn and pass, I was guaranteed to fail but Shaner changed my writing skills in one week and I managed to pass the class, she is very proffesional & cares so talk to her!!!!

Shaner is a really great professor, actually, the first one I have ever considered my first real professor at IVC.

Her class is extremely difficult as it requires you to dive deep into your personal understanding of English itself, and then forces you to realize that you are not a good writer. However, you can become one! And that is the purpose of her class. She allows you to re-submit your essays to get that A! Overall, she rambles about politics. rate 15/10!

It was one of the hardest classes Ive ever had to take & I really had to push everything I knew aside to understand. She was willing to meet me for office hours & clarify anything she had given to study. It was a different method that she teaches from what Im used to but she honestly taught me to much. Key in this class is to be open minded.

Your writing skills will be challenged. This was the hardest class Ive ever taken but I still got an A and you can too if you ask for help, do your work, and study hard. You can retake quizzes and resubmit papers. Shes always happy to help so dont hesitate to ask questions. Good professor, although she gets off-topic and talks about politics.

Absolutely the best English professor at IVC by a long shot. She could literally not be more clear about her expectations in grading, and doesnt hold English as a second language against you if youre honest about previous English teachings. Ive had nearly every English prof. at IVC and nobody compares in regards to intelligence and understanding

Her coursework followed strengthening your critical thinking skills+detecting fallacies. In her notes she dives deep into historical events, authoritarian groups, & types of ideology. Papers in this class impact your grade heavily but youre allowed to revise your work. We have to purchase an e-book ($6). If youre Inquisitive this class is for u!

Doesn't really give good feedback, quizzes and muted and you don't get to see your grades right after completing an assignment. Low cost book is a plus ($7 rental) and she provides the important information. The vocabulary she uses is too advanced for many students including myself so I do constantly struggle to understand and need to look up terms

At first, I was nervous about this class since I'm usually not the greatest when it comes to English classes, but this one changed that, this professor helped me and understood me; had more patience for me than no one has ever. I would totally recommend taking the class! Warning there is a lot of homework.