In my opinion a terrible teacher. Using books like Malcom X and being one sided on opinions is her way. Highly not recommended. Terrible teacher and in my opinion very **** to white America by her ideals and way of expression about issues.

An excellent speaker in class, with some good points, but her actual homework (and grading methods) make this class feel like climbing uphill on a piece of glass.

took her during a summer session and boy was it tough however it was a good way to get my english out of the way. she ended up cutting out some of the extensive reading that was required. overall a decent class although if you could find a diff prof in summer i'd do that.

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My favorite teacher of all time. Instead of forcing her opinion on you, she teaches you a completely different way of looking at the world. Take Tejada if you are an open minded individual who is willing to THINK!

Many people are complaining about the amount of reading she assings. Well, obviously these students aren't transfering to any universities. As a former Tejada student and now transfer, I strongly recommend her to anybody willing to study and learn about our societies cruel but crucial realities.

If you are truely interested in opening your mind as well as passing Eng 120/5 then this is the teacher for you. She is a multiculturalist AS WELL as an English professor and she knows her topics! This means that she often gets a bad rap but all that you read is NOT true. She is a one of a kind professor and can truely alter your views on the world

The best choice... I have learned more about english (grammer, writing, reading) this one semeseter, than I had my entire life... no joke. You will succeed in your future English classes and write awesome papers after you take this class. Dont pass it up!

I took Tejada my first semester at Napa and honestly I never walked away from a class and felt that I've learned so much.How ever there are alot of reading and writing assignments.She also tends to use one subject throughout the semester,such as the Holocaust that you learn and write about.But shes a great Prof.

Excellent

Whew! A Very Hard & Tough class but I am so thankful that I got through it! (I DO wonder a lot about her youth because there's a lot that she doesn't seem to relate to w/ my generation.) I think everyone should take at least one English class with Professor Tejada. She gives everyone an equal chance for surviving in this world with great skills set

Not gonna lie, she's not easy. But you will learn a hell of a lot from her. Attendance isn't "mandatory" but you aint gonna pass if you skip it up. She is full of stories and very interesting to listen to even if you may disagree with her views. You can disagree with her as long as you have valid strong points backed up with facts. Take it.

Reading the previous comment forces me to say the following. Every sentence should begin with a capital letter. Racist is spelled incorrectly. She's has an apostrophe when used as an abbreviation for she is. Furthermore, 17/20 is 85%, not 83%, so a little math refresher would also be advisable.

Tejada should be an example for every teacher across the nation!She has the talent to make everything alive;if it is the most boring story, she'll make it the most interesting one.She knows how to get your attention and make you want to participate. There is a lot to learn from her-grammar,techniques for writing an A essay,and life philosophy.

After I took Eng 85 with Tejada,I took her in Eng 90.I learned so interesting stuff which I doubt is taught anywhere else.She opened my eyes for things I haven't seen before.Unfortunately, she doesn't teach Eng 120 this semester...If you have a chance to take her, go for it.You won't regret if you really want to learn something.

She was very helpful, I am not good at English but I found this class very easy

Her classes are challenging, but she is the only English teacher I have had who truly prepares students to transfer. She gives long interesting reading assignments, and challenging essays. I always leave her class in awe from the discussions. She is a very wise and well read person whom I admire. If you have an open mind, you will enjoy her class.

Fantastic teacher; responded to all my emails and questions during, before, or after class. She also encouraged the class to visit her during her office hours before turning in any essay. Her grading rubric is very demanding and expects nothing but complete command over the English language (for an A, of course). Recommended for the serious student

She has extremely high expectations in terms of writing, minimal effort will not cut it for an A. However, she provides ample opportunity for proof reading, and has liberal office hours if a student needs to contact her. Reading material/lecture was always relevant. I highly recommend this course for proficient writers and dedicated readers.

Getting an "A" required agreeing with her politics in class and not challenging her to experience other points of views in essays. Any thought that did not conform to her opinion she treated as factually wrong and irrational. So if you happen to agree with the opinions she shoves in your face, or don't mind pretending to for credit, take her.

Even though she is a tough teacher I learned A LOT from her. She just wants you to participate and do all your assignments. If you're a good student who likes to learn take her, but if you are looking for an easy A I would def stay away.

She is good teacher, I took creative writing from her and loved it. Very enthusiastic, and will help you if you ask. She is very direct in her assignments, though toward the middle of the semester, she gets a little frazzled and may forget to follow through on an assignment. I would not take her for regular english, as she seems to dislike it.

Tejada is hard but because she expects you to indulge and learn. I have waited for her to teach 125 again so that I can take it with her. I know she is hard, but i also know I will walk out of there with the well rounded knowledge & skills I seek to acquire. She's a remarkable individual and other than this website. I have never heard such negative

Tejada is a dedicated, no nonsense type teacher. She comes in, says her pleasantries and then begins to teach. You turn in an essay about every two weeks and read about 3 novels. She is completely understanding about emergencies and gives ample time for assignments. IF you want more than just an easy A, I highly recommend Tejada.

Tejada is an amazing professor. Very passionate about her work and global topics. She has a great array of knowledge and like most Pd.D"s it bleeds into the subject they are teaching. Very understanding. Helpful when you ask. Stays on task. Highly recommend her.

she was awesome and inspirational in her words:)

She is very demanding for 90. In order to pass the papers, don't talk about whether you agree, instead "answer" the question.If you answer it in your essay, you'll get a passing grade. She drops the lowest grade. Remember to do every assignment she assigns, she may not count them as a grade, but she'll use them to add to your grade. A's the class.

Professor Tejada challenges her students to be aware and socially conscious adults. I found that her lectures and the assigned readings are relevant to the times we are living in and beneficial to how we live day to day, not just in the classroom and on campus. I would recommend her class if you're not one to accept status quo.

This class was tough at first, but then I got used to the work load. Tejada is a well-educated woman with lots of knowledge to share with her students. Come to class, read the books, write your essays and you will succeed. Just so you're aware, the class has a clear focus on minority groups and you will learn English through this topic.

I started off really stressed out in this class, but once I got the hang of the work load I learned to love it. The readings are so inspiring and enlightening! I'm absolutely in love with the readings she assigns! I highly recommend this class for my fellow feminist. She may be difficult, but for what you learn it is worth it!

Very interesting class;lecture/discussion heavy on capitalism. Homework is overwhelming at first but if you're organized it all works out. Loves to connect with students, had her during the election & she took time to check up on everyone. Not much focus on "how to write/structure," lots of focus on "analyzing." I highly recommend her.

Throughly enjoyed this class. It was based heavily on capitalism while focusing on the oppression of minorities and women through the numerous books and supplimental readings that we were required to read. Her lectures are very passionate and thought awakening. I took this class during the election and she made sure to get our perspective on it.

Professor Tejada is extremely passionate in what she teaches. I truly enjoyed her lectures, they were super insightful and eye-opening! however, I did feel like this was more of a political science class. There was a bit more reading than I expected, about 4 books, and I did need to devote A LOT more time to this class over others.

The material was very complex and could be confusing at first however if you personally ask her to clarify she will make sure you understand before you leave. It is hard getting an A due to the way she grades. However she grades fairly as long as you have a strong argument and provide good evidence in your papers. She is extremely heavy on reading.

Tejada is a great teacher! Don't let any other review make you think otherwise. She is a college level English professor and she expects nothing less than college level work. Don't take her if you are a slacker or procrastinator. Be open minded and you'll take away more from this class than a grade.

Tejada is an amazing teacher, however her class is pretty tough. If you aren't a person who is on top of their stuff then this isnt the class for you.

Prepare to do quite a bit of reading and writing. She is clear on what she's looking for in your essays, so as long as you follow the rubrics, you'll get a good grade. Never a dull class as she keeps discussions lively and interesting.

Eileene Tejada is a wonderful english teacher! She chooses texts that are relevant to today's society instead of texts written in the last century. She's an african american and cuban woman so yes, she does discuss the issues of minorities and women often, but these issues are so important to acknowledge. Prepare to have your eyes opened!

By far the best professor I have ever had. She is incredibly intelligent and manages to keep her students engaged, despite the often difficult and rough material in the course. She is well-rounded and full of insightful comments. Those who speak ill of her simply complain because they had a hard time grasping the course, because it is quite intense

Amazing professor! She may come off tough & you may hate her for the amount of work (mainly essays) she gives but it's a worth your while class. Don't take this class if you're not on top of your shi- because the work will pile up when essays come around. But overall, great class, highly recommend!

I took her English 120 class 20 years ago, and I still think about her and the window she gave me into other people's lives. There is a lot of reading, but it is never dry. Malcolm X is still on my bookshelf. She will demand a lot from you, but she is always on your side. She's also quite patient with sheltered and exuberant contrarians.

Deserving of more praise. Sure, she's a bundle, but if you can appreciate life in it multiplicity, she will show you joys.

I'm not totally surprised by the low rating- Tejada holds you to a real collegiate standard. That said, if there was one reason I ended up at NVC it was so I would take her class. She cares for her students like she cares for our world. I have never walked out of a class so deeply changed. I am endlessly grateful to have had her as my professor.

Professor Tejada holds students to high standards, but it's worth it. The workload is heavy, with lots of reading, but the material is engaging. Using resources like Unstuck ai alongside the textbook can really help with preparation. Overall, a challenging yet rewarding class.