3.8

Dana Peck

English - Tallahassee State College

3.8
Quality
2.5
Difficulty
N/A
Would Retake
95
Reviews
3.8
Quality
2.5
Difficulty
3.7
Helpful
3.8
Clarity

N/A

Would Retake

95

Reviews

Rating Distribution
Official

5

51

4

15

3

11

2

5

1

13

What Students Say

She lectures for too long

ENC1102 - 4.0 rating

She is very cool and knows her stuff

MMC1100 - 5.0 rating
Class Info

Attendance Mandatory

100%

Textbook Required

100%

Grade Predictor

Your expected effort level

LowHigh

Predicted Grade

C

53% confidence
Based on 1 grades
Most common grades:
C (1)
Grade Distribution
A(0)B(0)C(1)D(0)F(0)A-/B+(0)
Based on 1 reported grades
C: 1
Rating Trend

Declining

-0.46 avg change
Jul
Aug
Sep
Nov
Apr
Dec
Last 6 months
Ratings by Course

JOU2420

5.0

(1)

NEWPAPER

5.0

(1)

ENC1102TALON

5.0

(2)

ENC

5.0

(1)

JOU2210

5.0

(1)
+13 more courses
Difficulty by Course

ENC1102SPI

5.0

ENC1101

5.0

ENG1102

4.0

ECN1102

4.0

MMC1000

3.4

Reviews (95)
5.0
1.0
MMC1100
Oct 19, 2003

Awesome teacher! She is very cool and knows her stuff.

5.0
1.0
MMC1100
Oct 24, 2003

easy class, total sweetheart!

5.0
2.0
ENC1102
Oct 28, 2003

No Comments

5.0
1.0
JOU2420
Oct 31, 2003

very nice and helpful

5.0
1.0
MMC1100
Nov 7, 2003

Take her classes! She is very helpful and will work with you. Fun classes too!

5.0
2.0
ENC1102
Nov 29, 2003

GREAT TEACHER!!!

5.0
3.0
ENG1102
Mar 1, 2004

Loved this teacher, learned a ton and it was really fun, too. She doesn't hold back!

5.0
1.0
ENC1102
Apr 13, 2004

kinda spacey but if you show up you'll get an A.

5.0
1.0
NEWPAPER
Apr 14, 2004

the class is a cake walk, just write a total of 12 articles in a semster and u get an A. Also the class is a great way to get your voice out on campus. She is also very nice...not like u have a choice if u want thsi class, shes the only one that teaches

5.0
1.0
ENC1102
Apr 18, 2004

I loved Ms. Peck. She's a very good teacher and a nice person. She understands her students and is a joy to be around. If you don't like her there is probably something wrong with you.

1.0
5.0
ENC1102SPI
Nov 21, 2004

As a Self Paced she is the worst teacher I have EVER had.Unhelpful, grades on subject not work. I HATE the color purple, she uses purple to RIP up all of your papers with no explanation. DO NOT TAKE HER self PACED YOU will not pass. Even the writing LAB disagrees with her grading!!

5.0
2.0
ENC1102
Dec 4, 2004

Ms. Peck is a great teacher! She tells you exactly what she expects from you and will work with you on your papers if you need help. Dont listen to the first comment listed about, that person has issues and does not know what they are talking about. You are lucky if you get Ms. Peck as your teacher!

1.0
4.0
ENC1102
Dec 14, 2004

not worth the money to pay the teacher

4.0
2.0
ENC1102
Feb 4, 2005

I loved Ms Peck. She was great. I thought she was very helpful. She does expect for you to do your work though. One major paper, the rest are just simple stuff.

1.0
5.0
ENG1102
Mar 2, 2005

please do not take this class!

4.0
1.0
ENC1102
Apr 4, 2005

Any common moron could pass this class. She doesn't expect much from her students. If you think sociology is a legitimate field of study and you lean to the left politically -- THIS CLASS IS FOR YOU!!

5.0
3.0
ENC1102
Apr 20, 2005

Ms. Peck has a really good teaching style. She is very clear on instructions and is just overall a good teacher!

5.0
2.0
ENC1102
Apr 24, 2005

ms. peck is an interesting lady but i enojyed her class. i learned a lot about writing a good argument. go to class, do the work assigned, and you'll be ok. throw in a little extra effort for an A. intersting class discussions..she'll really make you think and she refuses to be proven wrong, hah!

1.0
4.0
ENC1102
Apr 28, 2005

WE HATTTTE HER- SO RUDE AND NOT UNDERSTANDING- SHE LOVES MEN THOUGH ....SORRY GIRLS DO NOT SIGN UP FOR HER CLASS

3.0
1.0
ENC1102
May 2, 2005

she is very confusing and unclear. Grades very easy. Just do the work and u will get an A

5.0
3.0
ENC1102
May 2, 2005

She is a great teacher! Just do your work and you are guaranteed a B.

3.0
1.0
ENC1102
May 3, 2005

She is a very easy teacher. If you turn in your work you'll be fine. You can miss class ocassionally, as long as you know work isn't due. She can be unclear and she may not be the nicest teacher, but she is good and it's an easy grade.

3.0
1.0
TALON
May 12, 2005

Ms. Peck hated me so much that she made up a nonexistent absence for me in order to push me over the limit and kick me out of her class. Singlehandedly ruined any and all interest I may have ever had in journalism. If she reads this, I'm sure she'll know who wrote it. Bite me, Dana.

5.0
2.0
ENC1102
Jun 25, 2005

Hey it was summer of 2005 and i took Ms.Peck i had fun i enjoyed it i went to class everyday and I made a B+. My friend didnt go to class everyday and made a B+ so hey take her she is fun she lets you speak your mind. I LOVE MRS PECK :-)

1.0
5.0
ENC1102
Jul 15, 2005

Do not take her. She is one of the worst English/writing professor I've ever taken. Plays favorites, loves to trash your written work. (Show to other professors, and they KNOW who graded it, and never agree with her rediculous remarks) Take ANY OTHER INSTRUCTOR, you will be so glad you did.

5.0
1.0
MMC1100
Aug 24, 2005

What she teaches, she teaches well. Unfortunatly, journalism is a subject that you have to have genuine interest in, or else it's gonna seem like the worst class in the world

5.0
1.0
ENC1102
Oct 8, 2005

the best. witty, and amazingly intelligent.

5.0
1.0
ENC1102
Oct 15, 2005

Peck is a great teacher. I would tell anyone to take her.

5.0
1.0
TALON
Oct 15, 2005

Still a great teacher, I have had her twicw. I would take her again.

5.0
1.0
ENC1102TALON
Nov 29, 2005

she's a great teacher. she makes you 'think' about what you're writing about, and why. all to often, teachers just want you to memorize material. however, dana peck makes you understand what you're learning.

5.0
2.0
ENC1102
Jan 4, 2006

Ms. Peck is awesome. I had no interest in writing whatsoever, but after taking her class fall 05, I really enjoyed myself and the work wasnt hard.

5.0
1.0
ENC
Jan 23, 2006

Mrs Peck is the best! I would reccomend her to everyone! She is very nice and Clear on everthing she wants!

5.0
2.0
ENC1102
May 2, 2006

CLAIM, CLAIM, CLAIM..this is what you will hear alll of the time in this class. Ms. Peck is a very good teacher and she will tell you what is is that she expects from day 1. This is a english course and you will have your share of papers to write, but she is fair in her grading policies. If you want to know how to argue and persuade take her.

5.0
1.0
ENC1102
May 3, 2006

My CLAIM would be that Ms.Peck was the best teacher I have ever had. She makes it fun to learn and express. I would recomend her to anyone. She is very humorous and witty and can make any 18th century writing amusing!

3.0
3.0
MMC110
May 4, 2006

She was the biggest b**ch ever...Do not recommend her at all.....she does not work with you at all

3.0
2.0
MMC1100
May 4, 2006

YIKES! This lady is hormonal. Be careful because she will snap your head off if you ask something dumb. It was a pretty boring class, especially If you dislike news articles. For the most part though it was pretty easy do your work and have it in on time and you will pass the class with a breeze. I got an A so Im not complaining.

5.0
2.0
ENC1102
Jul 2, 2006

This was the first class I took after moving across the state for school. I had a realy rough time, and Mrs. Peck made it so much easier on me. She was very nice, and helpful in class, as well as very understanding about personal issues. If you were late, you have to apologize to the class, but overall I liked her a lot.

1.0
5.0
ENC1102
Jul 17, 2006

This instructor has a lot of hidden issues. She should consider another career, or retire. She is unclear, and does not work well with students who ask questions, or question her comments(which are always illegible) on papers. Take her class at your own risk...maybe you'll be one of the lucky ones, then again...

5.0
1.0
ENC1102TALON
Jul 31, 2006

I like her a lot. Go to class and do the work. When I was on the Talon, she was a lot nicer. She treated use like adults and let use voice our opinion! She is a wonderful person and does not want any one to fail! I would take her again.

5.0
3.0
ENC1102
Sep 14, 2006

Peck does not suffer fools gladly. If you're looking for an easy 'A' that you don't have to work for, you won't find it here. As long as you put forth an effort you'll get at least a high C or low B. Those who try and want to succede will earn an A they can be proud of. Don't waste your money on textbooks if you're in her mass communication class.

5.0
3.0
ENC1102
Sep 28, 2006

Ms. Peck is the best English teacher I've had since I've started college. She is very clear and thorough. As long as you come to class and participate in the activities than you'll do fine! The papers do get progressivly harderer but nothing unmanagable. What ever you do....Don't be late!

3.0
3.0
MASSCOM
Nov 19, 2006

Ms. Peck is not a very clear teacher for someone not interested in any type of english. If you like to write and do it well, take her. If you don't and just need the credit because it is required, don't. i found her very unclear which made learning frustrating. And asking for help...don't bother.

4.0
3.0
ENC1102
Dec 3, 2006

Anal as hell about attendence and being late, used to make me stand in front of class and say "im sorry class for stealing your learning time" in college! but her class was generally pretty easy if you do the work.

1.0
5.0
ENC1101
Dec 11, 2006

She's a web assisted teacher who dont do her job

5.0
1.0
JOU2210
Dec 18, 2006

easy! if you don't take her you're crazy! she's awesome...super down to earth...but yeah, dont be late dude..it'll kill ya grade!

5.0
2.0
MMC1100
Jan 8, 2007

A lot of satire

5.0
4.0
ENC1102
Jun 14, 2007

I took this class after being out of college for over 15 years. I was very apprehensive about taking classes again after so much time, however, Ms. Peck was extremely helpful and encouraging--thanks to her I am now about to graduate from TCC! She is an awesome teacher and her class is very interesting. However, you must put forth effort!

4.0
1.0
ENC1102
Jul 23, 2007

Ms. Peck was an okay teacher. She lets her class get out of hand during discussion. Dont be late unless you want to apologize for it. Easy but you have to do the work!!

5.0
4.0
MMC1100
Nov 29, 2007

Not an easy class but if you work you can get an A easy. She makes the class interesting.

5.0
2.0
MMC1000
Jan 7, 2008

I has Professor Peck for my suvey of Mass media and I loved the class. She keeps everyone interested. The exams were a bit tough, but if you just study the study guide, you'll do fine.

4.0
2.0
MMC1000
Feb 29, 2008

Good teacher, loves to humiliate students who come in late. She lets the class discuss everything, and is pretty open-minded about alternative viewpoints, which is nice. Does spiffy powerpoints which you can use to study with later (on Blackboard). Not hard at all if you do the work.

1.0
4.0
ENC1102
Apr 25, 2008

She is the worst professor I have ever had. Any time I needed help or needed to ask her something she was rude and talked down to me. She was inconsistent, and if you followed her directions she would still tell you everything you did was wrong.

5.0
4.0
ENC1102
Jul 16, 2008

She is a friendly down to earth teacher, she listens to students, and tries to help any her students any way she can. She can be a tough grader, but if you put the time and effort in, you can get a good grade. I would recommend her class. She is an excellent teacher who has succeeded in making me want to write other argument papers, just for fun.

4.0
2.0
ENC1102
Jul 21, 2008

Awesome teacher, just took her for summer session C. I dont like english and i got an A. Fair with grading and always there for students. Little work throughout the whole class. I only had 4 papers, 2 in-class, 2-out. I highly recommned her.

5.0
1.0
ENC1102
Jul 24, 2008

I've always loved writing, when it comes to to arguement, hey! I bet you'll give me the cake. Ms. Peck Dana is the best professor I've ever had. She knows her stuff and extremely helpful. I got a 97-A+ in this class.

5.0
1.0
ENC1102
Jul 25, 2008

If you are willing to do the work and apply yourself as a student, then you will do well. There are no surprises in this class and she is very willing to help clarify any questions. I took this class online and was very pleased with the quality of teaching. She is friendly and encouraging, both in emails and in person. You will need the textbook.

4.0
3.0
MMC1100
Aug 16, 2008

Funny, enjoyable teacher. Be prepared to get involved and share your opinion. A teacher who hears the suggestions you give.

4.0
1.0
ENC1102
Sep 10, 2008

nice lady she belives in being to class on time and Embarrassment to those who show up late!

4.0
2.0
ENCENC
Sep 17, 2008

A good teacher. Took her for in the summer. Just don't beat her in an argument . I did this with facts about physical standards for women in the military. She in return slammed a very well written paper I turned in in retaliation . I learned

5.0
3.0
MMC1100
Dec 18, 2008

If you pay attention and get your assignments turned in on deadline, this class is fantastic. She really knows her stuff.

5.0
3.0
MMC2100
Mar 18, 2009

Wonderful teacher, compelling but tough at times, in a good way!

3.0
2.0
ENC1102
Apr 21, 2009

Took her web class. It was pretty easy, but if you didn't write something that she agreed with you got a lower grade, not by much though. lowers grade if you don't use correct format (MLA or APA i can't remember) and you HAVE to use turnitin.com for rough draft of all papers. Just follow directions and you can procrastinate all you want.

5.0
4.0
ENC1102
Jul 16, 2009

I love this teacher. It's not the easiest course, but she is very clear and really fosters a desire to learn in her students, if u don't like to write essays or do research don't take it, but if thats ok and u like to learn take this teacher, shes great- and EXTREMELY hilarious

5.0
3.0
ENC1102
Jul 27, 2009

Make you show up on time, and use a lot of sources in your arguments. the more quotes you used, the better your grade.

2.0
4.0
MMC1000
Oct 29, 2009

Don't take this class if you aren't used to having a teacher that TALKS TALKS TALKS. I don't like her method of teaching at all. All she did was present some lame powerpoints with little graphic effects and then pop up with a group project. There won't be any individual projects at all. Your whole grade is project and midterm based. IT SUCKS

1.0
5.0
MMC1100
Dec 16, 2009

Honestly she Is the worst teacher I have every had. She doesnt teach anything she has a very smart mouth. If she doesnt agree with what you present she knocks you 2 letter grades down. She thinks she knows everything and cant be told anything. THIS TEACHER WOULD BE A WASTE OF A SEMESTER AND MONEY DONT TAKE HER.

1.0
4.0
MMC1000
Jan 10, 2010

Overall She is one of the worst teachers at TCC.

1.0
5.0
MMC1000
Mar 24, 2010

DO NOT TAKE!! BEWARE!!! DO NOT TAKE FOR MMC1000, ENC1102, OR MMC1000!!! ONCE AGAIN BEWARE!!!! DO NOT TAKE!!!

1.0
4.0
MMC1100
Apr 21, 2010

ms peck is so straight. the class is not easy if you do not put the work in. prepare to write. do not be late she will call you out in front of class. i enjoyed this class soo much and got a few articles published in the Talon which gives you extra credit. i have an 87 in the class with one more paper and presentation and the final. take this class

1.0
4.0
MMC1000
Apr 29, 2010

Do not recommend her AT ALL! I have a 3.4, and because I turned a paper in without it stapled (my name was on every page) she took 25 points off. Shes a horrible teacher & SO rude.***I LOOKED AT THIS WEBSITE BEFORE I ENROLLED IN HER CLASS & SINCE HER AVERAGE IS NOT THAT BAD I FIGURED IT WOULD BE OKAYY TO TAKE HER..DDDOONNNTT MAKE THE SAME MISTAKE!!

2.0
3.0
MMC1100
May 3, 2010

I wouldn't reccomend taking this class if you aren't interested in media writing. Ms Peck grading styles are dumb, if shes in a bad mood you get a bad grade. If you don't like group projects don't take this class. Ms Peck pushed everything until the end and then force fed you half tought info. I wouldn't reccomend this class at allll.

3.0
3.0
ENC1102
Jun 22, 2010

literally thinks she knows everything! she is one of the biggest left wing nut jobs ive ever met. when you disagree with her just keep your mouth shut and make sure your papers display her view point otherwise prepare for a low grade. she also thinks the US constitution is a completley flawed document. she honestly should not be allowed to teach

5.0
3.0
ENC1102
Jul 14, 2010

Ms. Peck is hilarious! She's very witty, and she often says things to spark controversy and debate. I took her this summer; we had four essays and no exams, and she gives you points for just submitting your work to Smarthinking. She wants you to really develop your argument in your essays, but she's not an unfair grader at all. I loved her class.

3.0
4.0
MMC1101
Nov 30, 2010

Often given several assignments at the same time, as long as you attend class everything is pretty clear. She's hilarious, but if you don't understand sarcasm you probably won't like her.

2.0
1.0
MMC1101
Dec 14, 2010

I seriously hope this Professor rots in the hell she was bred from. She has no care in your grade, nor does she give a rats behind whether you succeed or not. Okay, I understand that this is a college course, and teachers aren't going to pursue your potential, but damn woman, have some heart.

2.0
4.0
ECN1102
Jan 6, 2011

I took her class online and will never take another online class. She is hard on her grading and not real clear about what she is looking for in the assignments. She is not prompt in responding to email questions and would often answer days after the due date. She did cut me some slack when i was sick and provided me with some help over the phone.

5.0
1.0
MMC1100
Jul 7, 2011

She was an awesome! She has a true passion for journalism and makes that very obvious. She is easy going but has a low BS tolerance. If you take her class seriously, you'll do fine!

5.0
2.0
ENC1102
Jul 9, 2011

I completely loved Ms.Peck. She is soooo hilarious and sarcastic... She's also a bit feminist, but overrall her class was not difficult at all. I took her twice, once for mmc1100 (which i got an F in becuz i never went) and ENC1102(which i got an A in!) MMC1100 class was based entirely on group work.. but ENC1102 was amazing.. TAKE HER CLASS.=)

2.0
4.0
ENC1102
Jul 13, 2011

I REGRET TAKING THIS TEACHER SHE JOKES A LOT! A VERY HARD GRADER OH MY GOD IF YOUR GOOD WITH ENGLISH THEN GO A HEAD AND TAKE IF NOT DON'T TAKE HER NOR 1102! AND SO RUDE....SHAKING MY HEAD!

3.0
4.0
ENC1102
Jul 25, 2011

Ms. Peck class is so borin. She talks alot and doesnt do as much teaching as required. The only way you will pass her class if you cheat or have somoene from a university to help you write your essays

5.0
1.0
ENC1102
Aug 23, 2011

I took Ms. Peck's class online this past semester. Her instructions were very clear and it's nearly impossible to fail her class unless you didn't do well in 1101. I highly recommend anyone taking her online class. I learned a lot and got an A all in the comfort of my own home.

5.0
2.0
MMC1100
Aug 26, 2011

She is very into the subject of journalism any questions will be answered. I enjoyed her class in spring. A few journalistic style papers a mini project, midterm and final is all to get an A with attendance.

5.0
2.0
ENC1102
Sep 22, 2011

Ms. Peck was a great teacher. She was refreshingly strict and didn't tolerate bs in class, which I appreciated. She is a serious teacher with a lot to teach. She had a touch of sarcasm, but talked about interesting, relevant issues. Course is easy to pass if you have good attendance and do homework. I highly recommend her!

4.0
2.0
ENC1102
Nov 2, 2011

good class. have to attend to pass.

5.0
3.0
MMC1000
Dec 11, 2011

Ms. Peck is really funny and the class material is very interesting. The grades are mostly big projects which take a bit of work but are graded very generously. Good class if you like to think and discuss. You really only need the text to study for the midterm and final, but it definitely is needed for that. Definitely recommend taking this class.

5.0
2.0
ENC1102
Dec 17, 2011

<3 i loved it

4.0
2.0
MMC1100
Apr 26, 2012

Ms. Peck is awesome! She really cares about her students and wants to see them succeed. We had to write 4 out of class newsreports (2 of which are group assignments), and an MLA essay /paper. Would highly recommend her :)

5.0
1.0
MMC1100
Apr 27, 2012

Ms. Peck is AMAZING. so funny and interesting. the work is simple and easy, a great alternative for ENC1102. i would definitely recommend taking her class, she's so incredibly nice! just don't ever walk in late, especially during the first week, haha. If you take her, you'll see what I mean. :)

4.0
3.0
ENC1102
May 3, 2012

This was an online class. Professor Peck used Blackboard to the fullest. There are weekly assignments worth 10% of the final grade. She returns work quickly and responds to email. Be prepared to write in numerous styles. Two hand written timed writing assignments that make up 20%, plus a Rogerian argument. She grades fairly and explains your grade.

5.0
2.0
ENC1102
Jul 18, 2012

She is a great teacher. She explains concepts very well.

5.0
3.0
ENC1102
Aug 3, 2012

I just love her and her style of teaching.I will take her again.

3.0
1.0
ENC1102
Sep 29, 2012

Not the most interesting class but she was a very easy teacher. She always give unexpected little bonuses in-class so I recommend you not to miss to much of her classes.

4.0
3.0
MMC1100
Nov 16, 2012

This class is pretty advanced for English; only take if you want to take up a field with english. She's witty and fair, attendance mandatory. She wants respect and participation. People say she's a hard grader but I got an A. Has in-class discussions/debates, makes you think, teaches grammar/punctuation. Do not be late. Overall I really liked her.

4.0
4.0
MMC1100
Apr 1, 2013

Ms. Peck is a hard woman--that being said, she is smart, sharp, and very witty. You never use the book. Don't EVER be late- she will make a good humored spectacle out of you in front of the class. Be prepared- writing for this class isn't like other english classes. Good learning experience.

4.0
4.0
ENC1102
Grade: C
Dec 2, 2014

She is alright. She lectures for too long. Gives a lot of essays and is a hard grader. She gives a lot to read, so if you are a reader you should be good. She does give out homework every time. Most of my classmates were half a sleep during her lectures. She easily gets annoyed with people going to the bathroom.

Class Info

Attendance Mandatory

100%

Textbook Required

100%

Grade Predictor

Your expected effort level

LowHigh

Predicted Grade

C

53% confidence
Based on 1 grades
Most common grades:
C (1)
Grade Distribution
A(0)B(0)C(1)D(0)F(0)A-/B+(0)
Based on 1 reported grades
C: 1
Rating Trend

Declining

-0.46 avg change
Jul
Aug
Sep
Nov
Apr
Dec
Last 6 months
Ratings by Course

JOU2420

5.0

(1)

NEWPAPER

5.0

(1)

ENC1102TALON

5.0

(2)

ENC

5.0

(1)

JOU2210

5.0

(1)
+13 more courses
Difficulty by Course

ENC1102SPI

5.0

ENC1101

5.0

ENG1102

4.0

ECN1102

4.0

MMC1000

3.4

Similar Professors