4.5

Elizabeth Hutchison

Computer Science - Stephen F. Austin State University

4.5
Quality
1.9
Difficulty
67%
Would Retake
94
Reviews
4.5
Quality
1.9
Difficulty
4.5
Helpful
4.5
Clarity

67%

Would Retake

94

Reviews

Rating Distribution
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What Students Say

She is a good teacher for those who already have a lot of experience in Java

CSC102 - 2.0 rating

She's a great teacher

CSC121 - 5.0 rating
Class Info

Online Classes

100%

Attendance Mandatory

80%

Textbook Required

0%

Grade Predictor

Your expected effort level

LowHigh

Predicted Grade

A-

65% confidence
Based on 5 grades
Most common grades:
A+ (2)
A (2)
B (1)
Grade Distribution
A(4)B(1)C(0)D(0)F(0)A-/B+(0)
Based on 6 reported grades
A+: 2
A: 2
B: 1
Not sure yet: 1
Common Tags
Gives good feedback (4)
Tough Grader (2)
Skip class? You won't pass. (2)
LOTS OF HOMEWORK (2)
LECTURE HEAVY (1)
Caring (1)
Respected (1)
TEST HEAVY (1)
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Reviews (94)
4.0
2.0
CSC121
Jul 2, 2002

good prof, pretty easy, just do you work

5.0
2.0
CSC121
Jul 17, 2002

Simple, clear cut, fairly easy

5.0
1.0
CSC340
Aug 26, 2002

Great Teacher, Easy Class

5.0
2.0
CSC131
Nov 8, 2002

She is a wonderful teacher

5.0
2.0
CSC121
Nov 22, 2002

easy, just go to class

5.0
2.0
CSC121
Nov 24, 2002

I enjoyed her class. Do the work she gives you and you will do fine.

5.0
1.0
121
Nov 25, 2002

teaches on a beginner level for all of those scared of computers

5.0
2.0
CSC121
Dec 4, 2002

Great Teacher, do the work, you'll be fine. lets you out early a lot

5.0
2.0
CSC101
Dec 16, 2002

very easy, and she's very organized and smart

4.0
2.0
CSC121
Dec 23, 2002

Do your work, study some u will go great, easy teacher,and good

5.0
1.0
CSC340
Feb 14, 2003

Easy class and teacher. Highly Recommended for all business students.

4.0
3.0
CSC121
Feb 28, 2003

Pretty easy if you go to class and study a little

5.0
2.0
CSC101
Mar 18, 2003

Explains everything step by step, will understand all if you come to class

5.0
1.0
CSC121
Mar 31, 2003

No Comments

5.0
1.0
CSC121
Apr 17, 2003

Go to class, do assignments and you will make an A

5.0
2.0
CSC121
May 6, 2003

I was scared to take this class because I heard it was difficult but if was very easy. If you go to class and study just a little bit you should make an A or B easily. She gives tons of bonus points and she explains everything well. This class is cake.

5.0
1.0
CSC121
May 7, 2003

NICE...EASY...HELPFUL...TONS OF BONUS POINTS...EASY HOMEWORK...EASY TESTS...TAKE HER FOR CSC 121

5.0
1.0
CSC121
Jun 6, 2003

Explains everything well; helps you out with problems; gives TONS of bonus points. Just go to class and listen and you will easily get an A or a B.

5.0
1.0
CSC121
Jul 11, 2003

Rambles to keep you in class till the bell, but explains in that much detail. Attended class about 8 or 9 times and still made an A. I was making a C in Washeh before dropping it. Great class with bonus points. ONLY one to take for csc 121.

5.0
1.0
CSC121
Oct 24, 2003

Homework is easy, tests are hard.

5.0
1.0
CSC121
Nov 12, 2003

She goes over everything in class the exact way the homework is done. Just follow along and remember how to do it and you will be fine. Gives lots of Bonuses!

5.0
1.0
CSC121
Nov 23, 2003

She tells you what to do step by step in class. She's very sweet and helpful.

5.0
1.0
CSC121
Dec 2, 2003

She is very sweet, helpful, and informative. She does not assume that you know anything besides what she has taught in class.

5.0
1.0
CSC121
Dec 10, 2003

Easy A class, basic Microsoft programs step by step, lots of bonuses

5.0
2.0
CSC121
Dec 11, 2003

She is nice, helpful, and she gives lots of bonus points. The only bad thing about her class are her test, they are mult. choice, but hard! Still, she is a good teacher to take!

5.0
1.0
CSC121
Dec 16, 2003

If you don't make an A you aren't trying. She gives so many bonuses and the homework is easy. Tests aren't blow off easy but not hard at all.

5.0
1.0
CSC121
Feb 5, 2004

Awesome teacher!! Take her class. Tons of extra credit.

4.0
2.0
CSC121
May 3, 2004

Mrs. Hutchinson is very nice and helpful! I would like to have her as a teacher again!

4.0
2.0
CSC121
May 4, 2004

She is very nice.She gives tons of bonus points.She is helpful, however she does not return emails in a timely manner. But overall she's a good teacher!

1.0
5.0
CSC121
May 9, 2004

She's the worst teacher&anything but a sight. Her voice is sooo annoying!! Will NOT help u& bits your head off when u need it the most. Makes her student aid do ALL the work. All who said she is good are LOCO. If u want to learn,take someone else!!

5.0
1.0
CSC121
May 14, 2004

1 weekly HW and quiz. Goes through all the steps of the HW in class. She seem really rude outside of class though.

4.0
2.0
CSC121
May 18, 2004

Her class is pretty easy. You can put forth little effort and make a C, or you can work a little for the A. This class does teach you some interesting things about office programs, so I would recomend it if you will be working in an office environment.

5.0
2.0
CSC121
May 19, 2004

Who ever that ass is that gave this teacher a bad rating needs his/her head examined b/c this is the only easy computer science teacher if you take Dunn prepare to straight fail or come close to it

1.0
5.0
CSC
Jun 18, 2004

She is the WORST teacher by far!! If you want to be treated like a third grader then have her. Her voice is terrible too, she is so monotone and talks about the same crap over and over. Do NOT take her!

5.0
1.0
CSC102
Jul 1, 2004

Hutchinson = A

5.0
2.0
CSC121
Jul 6, 2004

very good teacher, makes exciting noises in class, she will help you on your projects if you need help. go to her office. its a lot of work but its fun

4.0
1.0
CSC121
Nov 2, 2004

Easy class. She goes over all the steps to the homework in class, which makes it impossible to fail if you pay attention. She is a nice person and will help when you need it. Tests are fairly easy. Pay attention to things she says in class and you're fine.

5.0
2.0
CSC102
Nov 11, 2004

She's an awesome teacher. She goes over tough topics in class, thus making the chapters very easy to comprehend. She is quite generous with grades (as long as you know what you're doing), and offers the occasional bonus point assignments. All in all, great teacher.

5.0
1.0
CSC121
Dec 6, 2004

Great Teacher! Explains homework in class step by step. Gives lots of extra credit,very easy class. Thier is no way you can fail her.

5.0
2.0
CSC102
Dec 8, 2004

Hutchison was very helpful with everything I asked. The curriculum was easy and so were the tests. She teaches you how to be a good code debugger.

5.0
1.0
CSC121340
Dec 9, 2004

I took her CSC 121 class as a Freshman and it was very structured and she made it interesting and enjoyable. The same holds true for her CSC 340 class. The best computer science instructor by far!

2.0
3.0
CSC121
Dec 9, 2004

If your not a computer nerd/whiz be prepared for 45min-1 1/2 hours of homework after every class. Hard to remember every detail she explains while doing homework. Get help in computer lab

5.0
4.0
CSC102
Dec 23, 2004

I hate programming but she's so good this class is enjoyable. Go to class, she explains things very well, miss class it's harder unless you already know how to program C++. Uses webct, have to go to lab for quizzes.. very fair teacher.

3.0
4.0
CSC121
Apr 10, 2005

Do not take this class at 8:00. Her voice is very monotone and flat. She goes fast and expects you to take a test over a whole book/program. If I would have known before what I know about her now, I would have not taken her. Go to the computer lab for help, the aid is very good.

5.0
1.0
CSC121
Apr 19, 2005

One of the easiest classes I have ever taken. Study the notes in class and you will do fine. Lots of busy work that doesn't count for many points.

5.0
2.0
CSC121
Apr 19, 2005

TAKE HER! You may have a bunch of little things to do but it DOES help!

5.0
2.0
CSC121
Apr 25, 2005

I think she is a great teacher! she really goes over any questions that u may have. The tests u will have to study for, but it's not even that bad. There are a lot of little computer homework assignments, but they are quick and she gives extra credit. If u are smart, TAKE HER!

3.0
3.0
CSC121
May 8, 2005

do not take the 8am class because it is incredibly boring. She basically just reads from the books but still takes attendance. teaches to you like you are stupid. Tests are much harder than they need to be and she takes a really long time to grade things. Nice lady, but i wouldn't take her again

5.0
3.0
CSC121
May 4, 2005

She is by far one of my nicest teachers. Her tests are sometimes a little tough but she is very helpful and fair. She gives good instructions on all assignments and helps review for all tests... great teacher!

5.0
1.0
CSC121CSC340
Aug 4, 2005

Very good teacher, very easy, very hepful, does take roll, would take her again

5.0
2.0
CSC350
Sep 1, 2005

I really enjoyed this class, she is a great teacher and explains everything very well. Do the assignments she ask for and you will do fine.

4.0
3.0
CSC121
Dec 6, 2005

Gave very detailed instructions. Projects due at the end of every week. She takes attendece and you have to be there to get the instuctions in class or you won't know how to do them. Test are a little tricky al lyou can really study is the notes, books are not that helpful! Nice lady but i would not take her again.

5.0
2.0
CSC340
Dec 13, 2005

She is a great teacher! She is not going to give you a grade she wants to see that you are trying. She like to be tricky on her test to so watch out for her. She is very funny in class and easy to listen too. GO TO HER OFFICE she will help you with any problems you may have. I would take her for any CSC class she is an asset to the CS department.

5.0
1.0
CSC121
Dec 15, 2005

take her no matter what. explains everything in perfect detail. always willing to help. tests are from notes she gives in class. always gives bonus points. very easy.

5.0
5.0
CSC121
Jan 17, 2006

lots of extra credit

5.0
3.0
CSC121
Apr 27, 2006

BEST teacher so nice and always helpful. goes out of her way to help if she can. go to class and keep up with work becuase you will learn alot and she makes it interesting! TAKE her if your smart! :) im taking her again for sure

5.0
1.0
CSC340
Oct 24, 2006

She is a really great teacher. Her reviews are just like the test so its pretty simple if you go over it. She has a very fun and easy going classroom. She uses webct for homework and quizes, just make sure you do them on time. I wish I could have more classes like this one. :)

4.0
2.0
CSC340
Dec 11, 2006

As long as you go to class, I'm sure you will make an 'A'.

5.0
1.0
CSC121
Dec 12, 2006

ease, if you sit in the front of the big stadium she'll know you and be cool with ya. witty and upbeat. respect the classroom and give her the floor, you'll make an A

3.0
3.0
CSC121
Dec 20, 2006

This woman rushes through the class, but the material is not bad. Her tests are a little tough, but just go to class and take as many notes as possible.

5.0
1.0
CSC121
Jan 9, 2007

This teacher is one of the best teachers to take. She does give a few difficult assignment but she shows you how to do them exactly before they're due. She enjoys her work and knows it well. I enjoyed the class and I'm very unfamiliar with computer stuff. I enjoyed it and it was very easy.

5.0
1.0
CSC340
Apr 23, 2007

She is a very helpful professor. She knows her stuff and she teaches it well. Go to class and you'll do fine.

5.0
2.0
CSC121
May 13, 2007

The only complaint I have for her is that she talks alot! I mean alot. And there is a lot of homework assignments, but they are easy and she explains them in perfect detail. Gives bonus, and doesnt take attendance. But if you miss class you will miss A LOT of info for the homeworks. Test are kind of difficult.. She is not bad though.

5.0
1.0
CSC121
Jun 8, 2007

ms. hutchison is so cool. her voice is a little annoying, but she is still fun. i made a B and never studied

5.0
2.0
CSC121
Dec 6, 2007

This is the teacher to have for any computer science course. Best teacher in the department...hands down!!!

5.0
1.0
CSC121
Jan 14, 2008

Awesome professor!! Very funny, and easy going. Explains things really well and simply. Like her so much I'm taking my CSC 340 class with her this semester too. Unfortunately, spring 08 is gonna be her last semester at SFA, so if theres space get into her class while you can!!!

5.0
2.0
CSC121
Jan 17, 2008

Easy class, easy teacher. nothing tricky, everything is strait forward. Go to class and listen, notes aren't even really necessary. I didn't take any and I got an A

5.0
1.0
CSC121
Nov 18, 2008

Amazing! She is so fun and her assignments are very interesting and fun to do. She gives you sooo many oppertunities for extra credit as well!

5.0
1.0
CSC121
Nov 19, 2008

If you need this class definately take her she is really helpful and the class is easy but you have to go to class and listen... she gives lots of extra credit..test are pretty easy just go over notes you take in class and you will do fine

5.0
1.0
CSC121
Nov 21, 2008

GREAT teacher! Explains each assignment fully. Attendance is required!But you are usually let out early(after the 1st couple weeks).

5.0
1.0
CSC121
Dec 4, 2008

She's wonderful. It's an easy class but you will learn the material. TAKE HER! Don't take any other prof for computer science. I'm making an A right now with not too much studying. Assignments are easy if you follow directions.

5.0
4.0
CSC121
Dec 8, 2008

She is very helpful and knows exactly what she is talking about. She is always open for any questions and is very clear in explanations. She really wants you to learn. The material she teaches is very useful too! I would recommend taking her!!

5.0
1.0
CSV121
Jan 27, 2009

Great teacher! This is a really easy class if you took a computer class in high school. She is very helpful, explains things well, and is willing to answer any question you ask. I would definitely recommend taking her class.

4.0
1.0
CSC121
Nov 23, 2009

Easy class! Lots and lots of quizzes, but they help because they're basically word for word from her tests. She also offers tons of extra credit, so if you miss a homework assignment or two, your grade won't suffer. Extremely peppy for 8 in the morning!

5.0
1.0
CSC121
Dec 23, 2009

She's a great teacher. The class is easy if you have a basic understanding of computers. You can get by with little studying. I made an A with not too much effort. She offers lots of bonus that is helpful!

5.0
1.0
CSC121
Jan 7, 2010

She was amazing! The only way you'd fail this class is not showing up. She gives reviews prior to tests and they are very helpful. Make sure you write down all the shortcuts and things not in the textbooks. Overall, great teacher and very helpful!

5.0
2.0
CSC121
Feb 2, 2010

She was an amazing teacher. Her class is an easy a if you go an pay attention. She takes roll everyday bur nothing happens if you miss a lot. Good reviews for test, lots of extra credit, and quizes. She goes over the homework in class the day after it's posted and he basically gives you a step by step guide on how to get an a.

5.0
3.0
CSC121
May 5, 2010

Mrs. Hutchison is awesome and will let you know what your going to be quized or tested on. Great class and if you pay attention you will do fine.

5.0
1.0
CSC121
Dec 6, 2010

She is very nice and easy. She very helpful throughout the entire class. For the test you must study the material she gives because it will help you on the test. I highly recommend this teacher. Good Luck!!

5.0
1.0
CSC121
Jan 20, 2011

I only have one thing to say: SHE IS THE GREATEST TEACHER I HAVE EVER HAD!

4.0
1.0
CSC350
Apr 16, 2011

Great Teacher!! Funny, cool class, easy going and is alway helpful. easy A if you do the work. Lots of extra points givin for no reason :)

5.0
2.0
CSC102
Dec 13, 2012

Great instructor. I will be looking for her for any csc classes in the future!

5.0
2.0
CSC102
Apr 19, 2013

Super great professor! She's very clear in explaining the subject and is always open to answering questions from students. Also, she's great about staying in contact with her students; she uses facebook, D2L email, regular email, skype, etc.

3.0
5.0
CSC102
Apr 23, 2013

This class was extremely hard and requires a lot of studying. I didn't learn anything, just memorized the codes the night before tests. The textbook was no help at all, however, office hours were helpful. She is available online a lot and cares about her students.

4.0
3.0
CSC102
Grade: B
Nov 6, 2013

Wants to be helpful in class but usually ends up either rambling or not making things clear. If you ask questions she will re-word it and you can usually pick it up then. Tests were kinda hard but after the first one you know how they are so they get easier. Textbook is a must. And you will need a folder, she has a lot of handouts.

5.0
1.0
CSC340
Dec 14, 2013

Great instructor. Very helpful when you do not understand. Tries to make it fun so you want to learn and it makes it easier. This is my second class with her. I will be taking another class with her next semester. Wish she was teaching more of the CSC classes. I would take her for all of them!!! Also extremely easy to get in touch with out of class

4.0
4.0
CSC350
Nov 22, 2014

This Online class was surprisingly fun. Professor Hutchison is probably one of the best professors in CSC she should receive an award. She is patient, answers your questions and best of all makes the material fun! Which is hard especially in CSC. She gives a lot of homeworkassignments you "have to be organized" to pass this class!

5.0
2.0
CSC102
Grade: A+
Nov 17, 2015

She is such a great teacher, especially for first semester of my freshman year. Had her for CSC 102 and she made it fun. She is really helpful and makes herself available to students whenever they need it. If I have the opportunity to get her for another class in the future I would not pass it up!

2.0
5.0
CSC102
Oct 25, 2016
Wouldn't take again

She is a good teacher for those who already have a lot of experience in Java. If you do not know Java then you will struggle a lot in her class.

Tough Grader
Skip class? You won't pass.
LECTURE HEAVY
5.0
4.0
CSC121
Grade: A
Nov 9, 2017
Would take again

Amazing teacher. Highly recommend. Take her. She will help you. Take her if you want to pass. Pay attention.

Gives good feedback
LOTS OF HOMEWORK
Caring
5.0
4.0
CSC102
Grade: A
Nov 16, 2017
Would take again

I loved this professor. I would definitely take her again. At the beginning, I knew nothing about programming and now I do! I loved this class and will always try to take her again. She makes you work, but who doesn't! I would recommend to anyone!

Gives good feedback
Respected
Skip class? You won't pass.
2.0
5.0
CSC340
Grade: Not sure yet
Nov 13, 2018
Wouldn't take again

If you are not very experienced in excel and access this class is going to be very hard considering how fast she operates on the computer. Very easy to get behind and lost. Works at her rate not aware if students are able to keep up. Attended tutoring in stem building numerous times and got no help.

Tough Grader
LOTS OF HOMEWORK
TEST HEAVY
5.0
3.0
CSC350
Jul 25, 2019
Would take again

She is very knowledgeable about computer science, specifically internet technologies. Very straightforward and easily understandable. Even if you have no prior experience with computer science you will NOT struggle in her class. Would definitely take again,but unfortunately she does not teach any of the classes that I need to take before I graduate

Gives good feedback
Clear grading criteria
EXTRA CREDIT
4.0
4.0
CSC101
Grade: A+
Dec 7, 2020
Would take again

Great prof. Helps you out and just amazing you must out in the work tho

Gives good feedback
Accessible outside class
Participation matters
Class Info

Online Classes

100%

Attendance Mandatory

80%

Textbook Required

0%

Grade Predictor

Your expected effort level

LowHigh

Predicted Grade

A-

65% confidence
Based on 5 grades
Most common grades:
A+ (2)
A (2)
B (1)
Grade Distribution
A(4)B(1)C(0)D(0)F(0)A-/B+(0)
Based on 6 reported grades
A+: 2
A: 2
B: 1
Not sure yet: 1
Common Tags
Gives good feedback (4)
Tough Grader (2)
Skip class? You won't pass. (2)
LOTS OF HOMEWORK (2)
LECTURE HEAVY (1)
Caring (1)
Respected (1)
TEST HEAVY (1)
Rating Trend

Stable

-0.06 avg change
Nov
Oct
Nov
Nov
Jul
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Last 6 months
Ratings by Course

121

5.0

(1)

CSC131

5.0

(1)

CSC121340

5.0

(1)

CSC121CSC340

5.0

(1)

CSV121

5.0

(1)
+6 more courses
Difficulty by Course

CSC

5.0

CSC102

2.9

CSC101

2.7

CSC350

2.5

CSC131

2.0

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