She's a hard grader, but usually wiling to help, cares about students.

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She seems intimidating at first because she seems to expect a lot, but she is very clear and makes sure that you learn! Very workable and fun!

She's great, very clear and fair. Assignments are usually short and managable.

THe midterm is hard but not as scary as it first sounds. The assignments are short and managable, no busy work, she grades hard but also teaches you everything you need to know so there are no trick questions on the tests

She cares a lot about her students and makes herself very available for help with essays and such. She is very concerned with teaching you everything you need to know to do well with writing in college. I loved this class.

She provided good feedback on work, but wasn't very interesting. She liked some students more than others and this definitely showed up when she graded.

I absolutely loved Sister Harrison. She seemed to care about her students in a way that few teachers do. There are a number of writing assignments, but if you work hard she will reward you. She chooses very interesting subject matter, and tries to get students very invovled with it. Great lady.

She's always willing to help! The assignments are not really easy but she helps us a lot!!Great teacher!!

Professor Harrison is so cute! Class never gets boring! Her midterm is a lot of memorization-BUT if you prepare way early with flashcards you're good to go. I really recommend taking her class. You learn a lot!!! You'll learn things you've been dying to know-and it finally makes sense

Sister Harrison's class is useful for those who are going into editing, or those who enjoy noticing the quirks of English language fun. Her first midterm was hard because I procrastinated. I got an A but I studied for two days straight. Besides the midterm, the class is a pleasure and a breeze.

WONDERFUL teacher! The class is sometimes time consuming, probably just because it is English and you have to write papers. She is very helpful and met with us before every paper we turned in. She also spaces the assignments out pretty well. Good class! I learned a lot. Sis. Harrison is a GREAT teacher!

I loved this class and professor. She is my favorite professor that I've had so far. The class was fairly easy..four or five papers and no tests. She is a very fair grader and meets with each person personally before most papers. There was not too much busy work. I would definately recommend this class with Sis. Harrison

Sister Harrison is wonderful. This is my second time taking a class from her, and I just love how passionate she is about the subject matter and how much she cares about her students. You'll learn a lot and enjoy it.

Thanks to her, I love writing now. Great explanations and a really fair grader. Assignments are really clear, so there are no mix-ups and she gives ample time to write papers (only 4 in all). TAKE THIS CLASS FROM HER!!! SHE IS WONDERFUL!!!

BEST class I have taken at BYU. Almost daily exercizes, but aren't difficult at all. One HUGE test that is fine if you study. One course project, you pick what you do. She is so nice and class is SO interesting. Class goes by fast and is never boring. She is really nice and approachable. She is a great person and teacher. Definitely reccommend it!

Sister Harrison is an amazing teacher! Her lectures were never boring and I've learned so much about usage from her class. I plan on keeping her handouts for the future. If you start studying early for the midterm exam(s) you'll do fine, she's a very liberal grader.

Obviously the person who rated Sister Harrison right before I did didn't learn much from this class since there's a glaring comma splice in the last sentence of her description! That said, this class is very fun and extremely useful. You'll learn more about grammar and usage in this class than in any other class at BYU.

Loved the class, loved the teacher! She's very encouraging and helpful. It's obvious that she loves her job! The tests are somewhat difficult, but if you study hard you should do pretty well.

Pretty good teacher. I learned a lot. I passed the AP test and just wanted to make sure I was up to the college level. I took it in the summer and we only had to write 3 papers. Small, fun class. Pretty easy, too. Make sure you do the reading though, has pop quizzes. Isn't the best teacher, but is pretty easy.

This was a very helpful class. I learned so much from the material we covered. The exercises are helpful, too. Plan on spending many, many hours studying for the exam, but the things you will memorize for it are very worthwhile for editors to know.

Quite possibly the best English professor I've ever had. She's very gifted at helping you find out exactly what your talents are and how to use that to your advantage. She gives lots of positive feedback.

Prof Harrison is fantastic. Her lectures are clear and relatively entertaining. There is a lot of homework, but none of it is busy work. The tests can be difficult, but if you follow her study guides and study, there shouldn't be a problem. Overall, a fantastic class and an outstanding teacher.

This is probably the first class I've taken at BYU (and I've been here 3 yrs)that I feel is actually applicable to what I want to do and will actually help me get a job. It's so great to have a fun, interesting class, with a great teacher who you actually feel you are learning something from. It's not an easy A, but it's worth the effort.

Sister Harrison is the BEST.. this was my favorite class i have ever taken. i recommend it to anybody who wants to learn about how they speak and how the english language works. i wasn't even considering an editing minor before this class, but afterwards, i am sorely tempted just because of how great she was. AMAZING.

Don't buy the books for this class unless you are going to need them in your career. Just use them at the library. I used the Webster and the Ebbitt one no more than twice all semester. Watch out for the tests. This teacher's grading is really picky.

She is a way awesome teacher if you do the work. no sucking up required, but its helpful.

Great professor. Looked forward to class. Gained great experience in writing research paper and textual analysis. Held one-on-one conferences before most papers were due to help you refine your work. Really enjoyed this class.

If you want to become an editor- or just a better writer- this class is amazing! I have learned SO much that I am already using everyday! There is one difficult test about usage rules, but if you start studying early the test is fine, and it really helps you internalize the rules. Three words: take this class!

Really good Professor. I was in a relatively small class, but she really spent time helping me with my papers. She even went over some of my other papers after I was done with her class! Very invested in her students and interesting lectures! Awesome!!!

Professor Harrison is very interesting and passionate about her subject. I enjoyed her class! She also took time to help me write an essay for another class! Great Professor and good person!

Awesome professor. Helped me become a better writer. She is always willing to help and is extemely helpful. She is one of the best professors on campus. You will be challenged and you will learn. Definitely worth the time and and effort. Great Professor and great person.

Really enjoyed Sis. Harrison and the class. She's really really nice. Tests aren't particularly easy, but you're given everything you could need to prepare and it's all up to you. Homework isn't bad at all. I'm definitely walking away from this class having learned a ton of useful stuff.

I loooove Sis. Harrison. She is one of the most incredible professors at BYU. She is always on top of everything and ready to teach. She was helpful when I met with her and her expectations for tests, homework, etc., are very clear. If you love linguistics/editing, then take this class from Sis. Harrison! She is extremely knowledgeable.

Professor Harrison was on point. She loved to write and give homework about World War II. She is also a HUGE soccer fan so wear your jersey to class. I walked into that class thinking I will be lucky to get a D out of this and sure enough A-. The church is true. She tought me to be a great writer and can't thank her enough for all she did.

UNBELIEVABLE!! Best professor at BYU. I thought I would hate it just I do all other writing classes but it was my favorite class that semester and it was strictly because of of her. Do whatever you can to take it from her.

Great course! Extremely helpful for those interested in editing, or even just in improving their writing! I would recommend Sis. Harrison to anyone, and almost wish I could take the class again, I found it so helpful and engaging. :-)

Fantastic class! Challenging, but easy. It makes you think about things, but if you're passionate about the topics you choose to write about, you'll be fine. Sister Harrison knows what she's talking about when it comes to writing and can definitely help you when she conferences on your papers. Listen to what she has to say! Very enjoyable class.

Professor Harrison was awesome. I came to class basically convinced that I wouldn't learn anything, but even on subjects that I already knew well, she always had something interesting to add. She always gives marvellous feedback on papers, before and after grading. Would recommend her to anyone.

I have always loved writing, but Professor harrison unleashed a passion for it I never had before. She inspired me. She gives lots of her time to helping students and gives amazing feedback. Take her. You won't regret it.

Super sweet and a wonderful teacher who helps you maximize your writing abilities. I recommend her for sure!!!

She's just a great teacher, plain and simple. She is so nice and accommodating, but at the same time she really knows her stuff and she can always back it up. I enjoyed coming to class and learned a lot! Also the project at the end is really fun, and the final isn't worth a huge percent of your grade, which really takes the load off.

She is phenomenal! I want to be Professor Harrison when I grow up. Actually, her passion uncovered my love for the subject, and, as a result, I've switched my major to ELang. And I love it! She's kind but SUPER smart. Good balance of stories to illustrate concepts and hard facts. Good participation and project and lecture balancing.

This is one of the best classes I have ever taken! Sister Harrison sure knows the English Language and teaches her students to love it as well. The tests actually make you learn, which was refreshing. If you need to take this class (or even if you don't need to) take it from her!

Debbie Harrison is my idol. I want to be just like her. She's so on top of things, so organized, and so intelligent. Class itself was always interesting, and the homework was always applicable and never too much work. I wish I could take more classes like this.

Love her. Love her class. Love the material. Some people say the final is nuts, but it was possibly my favorite part of the class. If you enjoy it, you'll know you're cut out for editing.

Professor Harrison is AWESOME. She is very thorough, uses class time well, and really cares about her students. She conferences with you individually before every paper, so you learn how to improve instead of just bombing it. She is very helpful during office hours, and works with her students on outside works, like writing contests.

She conferences with you for each paper to help you improve it before it's due. She knew us by name (15 of us). The only reason I would say not to take from her is if you have no interest in WWII because some of the papers deal with this topic. She improved my writing, and I'm so glad I took this class from her!

Professor Harrison was wonderful! I learned so much from her, even online and via the comments she made on my assignments. I would highly recommend her and this course for anyone who wants to be a better writer, editor, or teacher.

She really is a good professor and is willing to help. Most of your grade is made up of four essays and then daily logs. Every essay she will conference with you in order to help you improve. She is a decent grader too. I never saw her give someone below an 88 and usually she grades in the low to mid 90's. Class can be boring and pointless at time

Prof. Harrison is an absolutely wonderful teacher. Her teaching is incredibly clear, and I learned SO much from this class. Her passion for and intelligence of the subject is clear. I felt that all assignments were worthwhile, and some were actually quite enjoyable to do. I strongly recommend her; I would definitely take another class from her.

Prof Harrison is amazing. I love her class. I have learned so much. She really knows her stuff. I can tell she is preparing us for editing. Tests are tough and require a lot of study, especially test 2! MUST STUDY! Class is interesting and engaging. So glad I have her! Would definitely recommend.

Professor Harrison is one of the absolute best teachers I've ever had at BYU. She is helpful, she loves the subject, and she's just overall amazing. I learned so much from her, and I respect her a lot. Take her class! This class is worth taking, even if you're not an Editing minor.

Amazing! Take from her. You learn so much and your writing gets better. There are mandatory writing conferences for each paper, but they are only 20 minutes, flexible scheduling, and your paper will always be better (giving you a better grade). You do have to put in solid effort, you can't BS your papers. Little to no note-taking. No regrets.

Professor Harrison really teaches you how to use language. She has an enthusiasm for her subject and explains concepts well. Be prepared to study--there is plenty of homework, but I never felt it was busywork. I loved this class!

Never had a better teacher. She has helped me out so much this semester! She truly cares about her students. Counsels with you on every paper. Class isn't boring and there isn't way too much required. The final is awesome (food!). There is reading assigned every night and weekly writing logs but it's not bad. Take it from her!! You won't regret it!

She really cares and you can tell. She is always willing to give up her time and help her students become better writers. she is patient and kind! I love Professor Harrison!!

I love grammar, so perhaps I am biased, but I thought this class was fascinating. Professor Harrison tries to make everything as clear as she possibly can. Tests were hard, but she gives the study guides out at the beginning of the semester and is very clear about what to study.

My writing improved drastically. Great class. Makes you work though.

Professor Harrison is an incredible teacher!!!!!! If you need to take writing 150 take it from her. This is a very spiritually and uplifting class. She gives amazing feedback and works with you one on one and is very personable.

She is incredible! Nice, intelligent, and really cares about her students. She structures her class so that everything you learn is actually useful for the future as an editing minor. Tests are tough (esp second exam--you've got to study for at least 12 hours for it) but if you study and go to class and review sessions, you'll do fine.

Great professor with tons of experience in the editing field. This class really helped me to improve my writing and prepare for a career in editing. Prof. Harrison is smart, caring, and sometimes wonderfully sassy to smart-alec students. 10/10 would recommend.

Professor Harrison is a very good professor. She will not let you get away with doing nothing but is more than willing to help you succeed. Very kind and genuine. I wish she was my grandmother.

Professor Harrison is amazing! She has so much knowledge and experience in editing and teaches in a way that's easy to understand. The tests are tough, especially the second usage test, but if you really prepare for it you'll do fine. There are no surprises. She's so kind and helpful but expects a lot. Take her class!

I LOVE PROFESSOR HARRISON! She is the most amazing professor I have ever had! The class was small so she knew everyone, where they were from, and their major. For each paper there was a peer review and then a one-on-one review with her where she really told you what to fix and what your strong points were. love her! take her class!

Great prof and willing to work with you. Clearly explained concepts and was always willing to answer questions. Homework was easy, but the 2nd exam was kind of the worst. Also, she doesn't post grades. But I would totally recommend taking this class from her! She knows her stuff and cares about her students.

One of the greatest teachers I've ever had. If you need to take a WRTG150 class, take it from her. You'll actually learn how to write well and she'll help you with any questions you have.

Debbie is the bomb! She's so sweet and really cares about your success. She had a personal relationship with every person in my class. My favorite class of the semester. There's a little work involved, but not a ridiculous amount. Don't procrastinate!

Professor Harrison is really caring and will be more than willing to help you if you just ask and do your best. She is very passionate about the material and makes it enjoyable and memorable! There are lots of small assignments, but they are easy and don't take a lot of time, but they are excellent practice for the big tests. Take this class!!!

I would recommend that any freshman take this class from Professor Harrison! With WRTG 150, it's tricky to pick a professor because some of them are grad students. But professor Harrison has been teaching for many years and will completely shape your writing and give you the confidence you didn't know you needed! I love her!

She was a really great writing teacher. I didn't think there was a point to WTG 150, but she made it worthwhile. Learned a lot about how to write better papers and class was enjoyable to attend. She does have us focus on WW2 topics for most of the papers, but she leaves it open to our choice of specific research which makes it really interesting.

Professor Harrison is AMAZING! She's an outstanding teacher, and she really wants her students to learn how to write. She is caring and merciful. She'll learn your name. The class was very hard, and you need to give your best work and try hard for the grade you want. She doesn't believe in giving 100% grades on papers. My highest was a 97%.

A great professor. Totally changed how I write and helped me get better grades on my papers in other classes. Made writing more enjoyable and interesting for me as well. She isn't great with technology and didn't put grades in until late in the semester, but that's my only complaint. On the other hand, she really cares about her students .

Prof. Harrison is PHENOMENAL. She doesn't use much technology and there are a lot of assignments you have to keep track of, so just be careful with dates. She grades pretty tough, but always tells you exactly what you need to fix. She is so kind and really changed how I write. I feel set to write any paper for the rest of college, thanks to her.

I can't even express how much I adore Professor Harrison. I wish I could take every single class from her! It takes a special person to teach a 3-hour summer beginning at 8 a.m., and she even frequently managed to make it funny or spiritual! This class was not only immensely enjoyable but also incredibly useful as well. Take it and thank me later.

I hated this class so much at first because it seemed harder than other WRTG150 classes. By the end, I was so grateful I took her. She is caring and wants us to succeed. She regularly will meet outside of class to help with papers. Its not the easiest choice, but even as a lazy student Im glad I took it!

Professor Harrisons enthusiasm for her subject is contagious; the energy she brought to class had a mirror effect on us students. We were engaged, we were present, we were interested! Not only does she explain usage thoroughly and succinctly, she gives students the tools to find answers for themselves. The hands-on style of her class made me much

I think this was one of the most useful and practical classes I have taken in the editing program so far. Professor Harrison was always positive and helpful, and she explained concepts and assignments clearly. I loved the funny stories she told about different usage mistakes too. GradeExercises due each class, an oral report project, and 5 exams.

Professor Harrison is SO knowledgable and does a fantastic job explaining tough concepts. Her expectations are clear for the class, just be sure to put in the work when studying for tests. She doesn't make you feel dumb for asking questions and respects students from all backgrounds. If you do the work, you will get a great grade! 10/10

She is an angel. Super kind, lenient, willing to help. The more questions you ask, the better you will do in the course. Listen when she says to study for exam 2. It has the potential to tank your grade. Besides that, the class is fairly easy if you keep on top of it. She will do anything to see you succeed.

Prof. Harrison taught a great class and I learned a lot. Do all the work and you'll be fine.