Very interesting class. Nice teacher whose passionate about the subject. 14 quizzes (every friday)..drop 4. 2 midterms, 5 essay responses, 1 Research paper, 1 presentation, and a final. Pretty easy class, just do the work..gives out a study guide. Gotta read the book but it's interesting. She walks you through everything..easy upper division class.

A true gem of knowledge, passion, intelligence & pedagogy. Take this class. Show-up, do the reading, ask her for any help. This will be a life-enhancing course. One that creates a better world for us all no matter what your major!

This is a composition class. Her classes are very enlighting and entertaining. She is there to teach you the course's material and more. Just put your best effort, and really don't be afraid to think out of the box in this class. Best college course so far, and I swear I hated anything to do with english before this class.

This is a composition class. She is quite the character! SHe has an outgoing personality and knows how to connect with us the youth in how she talks. however she goes off in tangents too much, and gives papers that are rarely based on things we are talking about or have ever talked about. You do not really have to go to class to succeed, but its fu

She is a very good teacher. She knows what she is talking about. But, she expects alot from her students. Tends to overestimate them. I went to every class, did every assignment, and only ended up with a B+. She is definitely a tough grader, but is a very good teacher. If you are interested in LEARNING take this class not because you want an easy A

Wonderful class, excellent professor, yet the daunting number of terminology you need to memorize will make regret taking this class. If u have a goldfish memory like me, then is def not for you.

Mrs. Fisher is a tough teacher, let me tell you. Yes, you might get frustrated with her papers because they are not easy. However, if you put the time and effort into her lectures and assignments, you can get an A-. I got an A-. She makes this class fun and worthwhile. Hence, why I am now an Africana Studies minor. I recommend this class :]

This class will be extremely hard for you if you are unable to write exceptionally. Professor Fisher is a VERY good instructor, however she expects a lot from her students. For sure take this class if you are a decent writer.

I really liked her! She was very passionate about her work and also her students. But watch out when she is in a mood its going to be a long class. But over all really easy and is worth taking.

She's a good professor she is very funny each class is interesting. You don't really have to dress up for speeches and the class is very much passable.

Dr. Fisher is pretty clear with her lectures. She basically states what's on the final three times in a row, so you can write it in your notes. At times she can be funny. You don't really need the textbook since she goes over the chapters in class lectures. Speeches are easy and you don't have to memorize or dress up for them.

Professor Fisher is definitely a character. She is very passionate about what she is teaching and it is obvious in her lecturing. As long as you read the assigned passages before class you should be fine for the discussions. You have to refer to the syllabus for due dates on essays and what passages to read. Office hours are helpful if confused.

Very easy A if you show up and put in minimal effort for the speeches. Review notes quickly before the test to do well on the midterm and final. Really cares about her students, worked with me to keep my grade up through personal problems going on. Go to office hours and get to know her and she'll be much more likely to help you in a situation.

I really recommend this professor! I learned a lot from her my first semester as a freshman! Glad I took her. I'm really going to miss her. Gives clear feedback and lets you re write some of your essays. A great professor who really cares about her students!

This class is NEVER boring. You don't have to memorize speeches, and her assignments (barely any) are actually interesting. She can be little disorganized but you can easily ask her to clarify her assignments or refer to her syllabus. I came into this class TERRIFIED of public speaking, and she helped me a lot. I will miss having her as a professor

One of the easier classes I took. She can definitely seem a bit intimidating at first, but just listen to what she tells you. Do EXACTLY what she asks with regard to speeches and even if you're not good at public speaking, fake it 'til you make it for 3-5 minutes and you'll get an A. I got As on all my speeches (3 individual, 2 group) and exams (2)

Ms. Fisher was my favorite teacher my freshman year, and maybe of all four years. Public speaking is something I dread and oddly this was one of my favorite classes. A key to staying on her good side is staying after class and discussing how you did or just talking about other kids speeches. No memorization and short speeches!

Although she is not so specific on grading at times she is very understanding. She is a caring teacher and was especially helpful during my freshman year. Also make sure you read all the assigned pages because she will ask questions about them on the spot.

She is a teacher alright. Thats about it. She's super passionate but its annoying and weird. She has the easy COMM-103 alternative class so it is full of athletes - who she tries to related with way too much. Easy class though, barely tried. I'd recommend (also she is a good laugh)

Professor Fisher is amazing. Lectures are interactive and interesting, and she values student participation. There are both in class writing assignments and essays throughout the semester. Both rely heavily on the assigned readings, but the readings are interesting and fun to read. She's also very understanding and willing to work with you.

TAKE THIS CLASS INSTEAD OF COMM103! She is an easy grader when it comes to speeches. I have a stuttering problem and still managed to get A's on all of them. She is a very respectable teacher, very intelligent . There is very little homework besides the speeches, but I definitely recommend studying a lot for the midterm and final. SHOW UP TO CLASS!

Prof. Fisher is intimidating to many people because she is very straightforward; however, do not let that scare you away. Her lectures are passionate, and you WANT to take notes than feeling forced to take notes. Speeches are very easy because she understands people have anxiety, and she grades easily, too. Follow the syllabus, and read ahead!

Prof Fisher is so great. Her lectures are very interesting and make you want to get involved. They're really interesting because you can kind of relate to it. Make sure you take notes, because midterm & final depend on that. 5 essays that are really short (3 pages max). Show up because she randomly takes attendance and counts as participation.

Professor Fisher can come off as a little bit strong. She seems like a tough teacher but she actually is really lenient when it comes to grading. Make sure you keep up with the work and double check your citations on your projects. Other then that, easy class to take.

This class is a super easy communication class, just do well on the presentation. The lecture was confusing, but she is an easy grader on the test. Just try to write something and you will get the point.

This is the COMM class that you can use notes in, which is why athletes choose this class over the other 2 . Sympathetic to those who have struggles speaking. Midterm, final, 3 solo speeches, 2 group. My one gripe is that she's one of those professors who doesn't post grades during the semester. Otherwise she's nice as long as you pay attention.

Before her class I hated public speaking , I avoided talking at all costs. Her class is really good because she is straightforward and will do her best to help you if you show that you want to get better. She grades mostly on how well you have improved rather than how good you are at speeches. The best comm class out here so take it!

Fisher was a great professor. I was always hearing my friends in Comm 103 complain about how hard their classes were, but I never struggled in Fisher's class. She isn't too harsh of a grader -- I always earned A's and B's on my speeches. She really just wants you to be respectful of others and challenge yourself as a speaker.

She is one of the most amazing professors I have had at Sdsu. Granted, she does seem sort of crazy, but I would highly recommend her for Afras 120. She is very insightful and helps you with what to write about in your essays. They may seem tough at first but if you go to class she explains everything. She is one of the best teachers you could take

I reallly enjoyed her but she does have little things that are frustrating. She doesnt post grades online, expects you to read book but barely uses it in class and doesnt respond to emails. Very old fashioned but when you get over that shes great and grades pretty easy as long as you show that your trying.

Professor Fisher is by far my favorite professor that I have had yet. She is ruthless in the best possible way. If you come to class but dont show attention, get ready to be called out. If you attend every lecture and look at her online postings, the class is an easy pass since she basically hands everyone the material.

-Easy to pass if you do all the speeches (which aren't that hard) and 4 simple video critiques. -one midterm + final -She is charismatic and can put you on the spot during lecture, but recognizes that some people hate public speaking and is respectful of that -supposed to read the textbook everyday but you can survive without -confusing directions

Most of the 1* comments on here are from students that didnt come to class and then expected her to catch them up. She cares about what she teaches and teaches it well. As long as you pay attention and attend class youll be good.

Comes off as very strict and unreasonable at times but only interrupts people mid-speech because she is trying to help them get full points. In the moment it can seem rude, but she has good intentions. Follow her rules, do what she says and you will be heavily rewarded. Go to class. 2 diff because the exams were a leap of faith, no review, nothing.

Prof. Fisher was honestly hilarious. I did not like this class at all at first but she definitely pushes you to your limit speech wise. She definitely has favorites but overall is very fair. She gives harsh and constructive criticism but is a really easy grader. There is no way you fail this class unless you blatantly do not show up at all.

Honestly, you just put in the effort, and she will reward you. She can be a little blunt but most of the time it's deserved. She's a really easy grader.

With all the bad reviews, I honestly wasn't going to take this class but I am so glad I did. Professor Fisher is one of the nicest professors at SDSU. Probably my favorite professor. Once you get to know her, you realize she cares deeply about all her students. Just do the work, show up to class, & apply yourself. You won't regret taking this class

She is definitely interesting.... but kind of in a good way! Her teaching style is old fashion, and she likes to lecture but it's kind of fun if she's not in a bad mood! The speeches are fairly easy IF you're willing to work but she's kind of a harsh grader but not that bad. Idk if I would take her class again, but it was definitely an experience.

Prof.Fisher just wants you to learn, but it may be difficult because she isn't very good at explaining things and can be rude. She is not afraid to call you out and embarrass you in front of the class, but if you talk to her and do your work, you'll be fine. She is understanding of students' situations and likes to get to know everyone on one.