3.9
Quality2.6
Difficulty86%
Would Retake107
Reviews86%
Would Retake
107
Reviews
Rating DistributionOfficial
5
63
4
13
3
10
2
7
1
14
What Students Say
“Some students will rate her lower because they actually have ti "think" and problem solve”
CURR304 - 4.0 rating“J is hilarious and a very unique teacher”
CUR304 - 4.0 ratingClass Info
Online Classes
100%
Attendance Mandatory
80%
Textbook Required
74%
Grade Predictor
Your expected effort level
Predicted Grade
A+
Grade Distribution
Common Tags
Rating Trend
Stable
+0.19 avg changeRatings by Course
CURR591
5.0
(3)CURR
5.0
(1)CURRICULUM304
5.0
(1)CURR630
5.0
(1)EDPS000
5.0
(1)Difficulty by Course
CURR630
5.0
CURR1436
5.0
PRCT305L4
5.0
EDPS000
4.0
CURR304PRAC304
4.0
Reviews (107)
Dr. J is THE MOST AWESOME professor I have ever encountered! Her enthusiasm, obvious love of children, teaching, and true caring are contagious. If you are looking for someone to truly model yourself after take a class (or more) with her. She is my hero.
She is one of the best teacher I have ever had. Her class was so much fun, and you learned a lot too. She is very relaxed and the class has little structure. She is excellent and if you get the chance take one of her classes.
Obviously very passionate about teaching and kids. If you're an "orange" you'll love her, otherwise you'll contemplate pulling your hair out the last month of the semester!
Awesome, awesome teacher----if you keep on top of things this class is not hard. Johnson is very passionate about teaching and she will go out of her way to help you!!
Dr. Johnson is hands down the best teacher I have ever had. So down to earth and so passionate and sooooo funny. She kept me going in my 9am summer class! i highly recommend her. I wish she could tech all my classes
one of the best professors here at emu. knows her stuff and is extremely nice. don't worry if it seems like she isnt doing "enough" and seems out of sorts- by the end of the semester you'll realize she's been preparing you all along and you didn
This class teaches more than lesson planning. She teaches about what teaching is really about. A true role model! She is my hero!
Elizabeth Johnson is the most amazing human being ever. She is the type of teacher everyone should aspire to be. She is truly there for every student all the time. She is the definition of a true hero and role model. She should teach every class at EMU.
she was a great prof, until she decided that we had to do a ten minute presentation ON A WEEKEND!! my classmates and i don't have the time or money to put in to this thing. we do have other classes and most of us have jobs (on the weekend!) i went from loving the class to hating it in 20 seconds.
I am always amazed at Dr. J.'s passion for teaching. I am a teacher of 13 years and I have never learned more about teaching than I do from Dr.J. She clearly has a brilliant mind and attitude. She is real and delivers a message that ignites joy back into teaching. I strongly recommend her!
Wow, how refreshing to have a prof that is in the real world and doesn't have their head buried in a strict and rigid textbook and lecture! She is well beyond a master teacher and sets the bar for all profs in the College of Education and all of EMU. Her methods are HIGHLY EFFECTIVE!!
I heard horror stories about CURR but thanks to Dr. J, this was my favorite class! This class is as cool as it gets!
I have just had the BEST prof in the entire world!I feel ready to teach and reach students because of Dr. J's passion and professionalism. She taught me how to do effective lessons and how to THINK!! Most profs lecture and bore us to death!You're the best Dr. J--I'm graduating in April!!!
A little unclear. For the unit project, the only thing due all semester you will have no idea what to do until about 2 weeks are left in the class. I spent over 30 hours in finals week trying to complete a project that I couldve been working on for15 weeks. Needs more structure, or at least some.
She puts things off till the end, but you learn so much! I can't wait to apply allthe information she gave me! For the unit, you can work with a partner, I recommend it! Very sweet and very caring! I learned more teaching stuff from her then I learned anywhere else!
Dr. J is the best professor at EMU!! She really knows her stuff! You'd be stupid not to take her for CURR 304. She is VERY approachable and flexible. You'll work your butt off the last 2 weeks of class trying to get your unit done, so plan ahead as much as you can!!!
Dr. Johnson is a fun and inspiring teacher, one of the best professors I have ever had. My only advice is DO NOT procrastinate on getting your unit done. Because she does not have many manditory hand ins, it can be hard to resist putting it off until the end of the semester.
Look no further . . . this is the best prof that EMU or any other college has seen. The other profs are boring, only lecture, with no depth or reality of the real classroom. She also prepares you in unit and lesson planning. Thanks DR. J!!!!!!!
these people must have caught her on a good semester. she was unprepared and wildly favored those students she liked. she would come to class without the things we needed and then would jump on us when we forgot stuff. scattered is the word that comes to mind. totally subjective
Like everyone else says, she is the BEST professor you will ever have in the education department. After taking this class I feel so much more prepared to go into a classroom on my own. I've never felt so excited about teaching as I do after having Dr. Johnson as a prof! Every educator needs to take a class with her!
This teahcer was the worst teacher that I have had at Eastern. I advise anyone that plans on taking her for a class doesn't. HORRIBLE!!!
If you want to know what you are getting yourself into on the first day of class...forget about it. Unorganized, unprofessional, unprepared. Syllabus is a list of pet peeves. Assignments are handed out at the drop of a hat. Lectures often go off on random tangents regarding her personal life, that are unrelated to the classroom.
Very dissapointing. I did not enjoy this class.
She is the classic example of a hypocrite. She talks like she cares how you do but it is complete and utter bull. The only person she cares about is herself.
If you want a prof. that makes you actually think then take her. You could be like the other people and want to be spoon fed everthing and just get by or you could actually go to class and use your brain. Hmmm.. imagine that a teacher that expects you to use your head. Very good teacher!
Whoever is complaining and whining about how horrible the class was is doing so because they're not used to her teaching style. They'd rather be told what to do all the time then think on their own. Dr. J is an excellent prof and yes she does run off on tangents but when have you ever seen a elem/high school that runs on schedule Highly reccomende
Dr. J is a visionary and compassionate teacher!! I took her grad class in Traverse City. It was a class about how to integrate pop culture into our classrooms. She invited homeless older teens to attend our course and they did. What a tremendous experience! We went into the community and interviewed various gang members also. Wow, what a profe
DO NOT TAKE THIS PROFESSOR! She is unorganized, and has NO structure. It is a well-known fact in the COE that she is unprofessional and does not prepare her students adequately. You WILL spend the last 2 weeks of your OWN TIME throwing together a unit that she will only glance at. She gives everyone an A, regardless.Total waste of time, and money.
She is an example of a Poor Prof. She cares more about making friends than teaching the material.
DR. J is the most unprofessional and ridiculous professor that I have ever encountered. She is unorganized and will never prepare you for the real world of teaching.
She is ok, however don't ask her for any help she will tell you to ask your "colleagues". So be prepared to depend on others for clarity and help. She is really loud & makes it difficult to really pay attention to her. Coursepak is not what you think it is.
This was the most beneficial graduate course that I have ever had. Her knowledge of upper grades and what is required to be a teacher these days is invaluable. Her required readings are difficult--keep up on the readings throughout the semester.
WOW! It is a lot of work but a worth while class. Professor Johnson makes you think! It was a great learning experience! She really took me outside my box. I wish more professors were as alive as she is.
disorganized and unprofessional. did not like the fact that i had no idea what i was doing on all semester.
She expects you to be passionate about teaching. If you're not passionate about teaching, you won't like her... and you should choose a new major! If you want a professor who really cares about students and about getting future teachers fired up... she's your woman!
Great Professor. She expects a lot but it is worth it. It is about time I have a prof who is passionate about her job and what she believes in. She knows her stuff. Professionalism is a must for her! Can't be lazy in her class and don't miss a class. You'll regret it.
Dr. J comes off as unorganized and unprofessional, but this is not the case!! She loves what she does, is extremely knowledgable, and will do anything to help you. Classes are a ton of fun- especially if you take a one week intensive course up north! Take her if you can!!
I have given many positive comments to teachers on rate my prof. but Dr. Johnson is by far the most profound woman I have ever met in my life. She has an intense passion and desire for education and improving the quality of teachers! I have learned more than I ever could in 5 years in ONE OF HER CLASSES! You may not learn some of the...
You may not learn the "basic curriculum stuff" but she teaches you what you will need to know your first year of teaching and while student teaching. NOBODY else EVER focuses on this in Education and it is so important! She wants you to text, call, email, etc. her for ANYTHING you will ever need during college or after. What a lady!
I love Dr. J's passion to motivate and inspire. I had one large problem though with her though: she highly neglected the golds and completely favored the oranges! The class was super-frustrating and confusing for me because of its zero-structure, and I know I am not alone in that!
Extremely easy class that teaches you a lot about what we are going to expect in the real world of teaching. Loved going to class because she is awesome! If you participate and do your work you will get an A, no questions asked.
A very difficult course that teaches you the realities of the teaching field and how research is so important. You will learn how to create a multicultural unit that goes with the standards. Dr. J....u rock!
The best professor I have ever had! She doesn't just talk teaching...she IS teaching!!
Dr. J is the best teacher I have ever had. She puts teaching into true perspective and she gives you a view point that I have never seen any other teacher do. To me a great idea is a combination of a lot of good ideas, and I guarantee that every great idea I have in teaching will include a good idea that I have taken from Dr. J's class! Take her!!
Coolest teacher ever! If you want someone who will change your life for the better take Dr. J! She really pulls it outta you and makes you think like you never have before. Once you are oer the hump you see a light... i swear! She is just the most sweetest, funniest, awesomest prof ever and definitely one of EMUs finest. TAKE HER FOR CURR! (easy A)
Dr J was the best professor eastern has employed. she is creative, honest, and fair. She was encouraging and she talked alot about the kickapoo people. Take her you will love her many voices.
BEST TEACHER EVER! She will call you and let you call her if you need to. When working on your unit, don't be afraid to call her at midnight, because she WILL answer, and will spend an hour on the phone with you if you need it. I have never had a professor who cared more about the students rather than the salary, perks, etc.
You need to take a class with Dr J! She is inspiring!!! Go to class, you will want to!
Dr. J is an amazing teacher she is very uplifting and inspiring. She loves her job and loves teaching. If you have the chance to take her do so you wont regret it.
BEST TEACHER! She is super friendly and nice. Understands life happens outside of class and she will do whatever she can to work with you! Also she really taught me how to make learning fun for my students! Very fun class, that I looked forward to every week!
Best prof at EMU. AMAZING,
BEST TEACHER EVER!! She is very hyper and crazy but it makes the class so interesting! She has a high expectation of you however you will come out of this class ready to go and feel so much more confident!! Take her class!!
The BEST professor at EMU!
No book, just easy to read coursepack. At first, I thought this class lacked structure. I was confused & frustrated, but soon realized Dr. J was trying to teach us that learning goes beyond completing the assignments. Itâ??s the experiences we learn that help us become better individuals & teachers essentially. I'm now a believer. DR. J, YOU ROCK!
I would highly recommend NOT taking this professor for this class. Class was incredibly disorganized and it's not for the good of the student. The course pack was $60 and we read 12 pages. I came away confused and thankful that it was over.
Easy to get along with, but is all over the place. Knows her stuff and has a passion for teaching, which she clearly shows. Must have an open mind and be semi flexible. Do you work, attend class, get an A.
I absolutely love Dr.J, she's one of the best professors ever! She's so passionate about her job and wants to share her love for teaching with students. Very easy class, she wants everyone to think instead of just following rules. Might seen confusing at first but its worth it in the end. You'll love her.
One of my favorite professors at EMU. She really makes you think about everything you've ever known about teacher and challenges you and pushes you. She may seem disorganized and confusing at first, but that is intentional! Just hold tight, you will not regret taking Dr.J..I LOVE HER!!
Very passionate about teaching and a very nice person. She allows you to re-do all assignments but its very very disorganized and I left class every week extremely stressed. She allows you to e-do assignments because no one ever knows what she expects. Showed up to class the first day without a syllabus!!
Do take Dr. J. Challenging course for sure because She makes you push your own boundaries. Class does include field work. Don't miss an opportunity to change your career. <3333333333
By far THE BEST PROFESSOR IN THE ENTIRE COUNTRY! We learned while working in a school and the assignments were amazing and also very, very detailed. I felt like I was taking a grad class! Thank you Dr. J
Dr. J's a good professor, but in an alternative way. Her personality is that of a balloon after it's been inflated and then let go and it's whizzing around the room in a completely unpredictable pattern. No syllabus for the first 2 months of class. Schedule ran on a day-by-day basis. $60 C.P. used once. Prepared to be confused, but you'll make it.
Absolutely AMAZING Professor!! She prepared up for "Real Teaching" and treated us like colleagues. We have ultimate input into the syllabus and the coursepack is amazing!!! You MUST take Dr. J!
EMU 'S FINEST!!!
One of the BEST EMU prof's there. Truely cares about each and every student.
Terrible teacher! She refused to give a syllabus. We had to buy her textbook & it was not well written; she misused hyphens & had overly grandiose language, she claimed that "purpose" & "passion" come from Greek (they don't), & used the word "elicit" incorrectly often. Bragged that it was a grad-level course, but was very disorganized. Worst ever.
The BEST prof at EMU. Some students will rate her lower because they actually have ti "think" and problem solve. She puts students in professional learning communities and we are so empowered to make decisions. She is a genius at what she does and is very, very funny and fair!!!
Okay so Johnson wasn't terrible but if you're someone who needs structure look elsewhere. She is all over the place and sometimes for the better (or worse). The end assignment for the class she kind of sprang on us, it wasn't incredibly difficult but she doesn't give a lot of insight into what she wants, read the rubric for extra details.
She really cares about her students but her teaching methods are not great. She talks a lot but says nothing most of the time. Sad that she has so much to share with her students but does it in a way that not many can get the point she is trying to make. Class is easy and you will get an A but you have to put up with her craziness.
Dr. J EXCEEDS every other prof at EMU. She models 21st century learning and treats us as colleagues NOT as students to be lectured at! You have to take her! Be prepared to think outside of the box which is uncomfortable for those who want to be force-fed. She will prepare you for teaching!!
She has the potential to become a GREAT teacher. However, she is not very professional and doesn't take into account ANYBODY's personal situation, which is a TERRIBLE role model for ANY teacher. She doesn't give you a syllabus first day & pulls random assignments out of no where that don't prepare you for teaching. Very disorganized!!
The best prof I have ever had at EMU. Everyone should take Dr. J. She is such an amazing and inspirational woman. I have learned more from her and the situations she has put us in than in any other class. I also have never had such respect from a professor, she treats you as colleagues, rather than students. I would take her for every class.
I understand people who say she is a bit goofy and out there. Personally, that was coolest part of her, which made her funny, and the class fun and relaxed. She helps you out more than most professors, and she truly wants you to pass her class and do well after the semester is over. She is so awesome, I definitely don't regret taking her class.
Dr. J is hilarious and a very unique teacher. Her course is EASY but what makes it hard is her lack of structure and organization... BUT THAT IS GOOD! She gives you a chance to struggle a little and self correct your lessons the way you would as a real teacher instead of just giving you a cookie cutter rubric. Don't take her if you NEED structure
Dr. Johnson is very caring and helpful towards her students. This class is not very structured, but she is very flexible with deadlines. A lot of the work is done in class, so overall its not a bad class! Make sure you clarify your questions with her and you will be successful.
I have had the pleasure of being in Dr. Elizabeth Johnson's class and I can say she is indeed an inspiration who cares about her students. They say teachers can be superheroes and I believe she is one of them! Her lessons are innovative and engaging while being challenging enough to make you grow!
The optimal Professor!!!!
Dr. J is all about her students! She is inspirational, funny and her workload is extensive yet geared to what is really going on in schools! She is fair and her class is run using professional learning communities. I learned more in her class than all of the classes I have had here and at MSU!
she was unclear, never gave clear expectations. very chaotic way of teaching. tries to make jokes when people don't understand any of the content. I tried asking for help, she had the entire class write out an answer to help me, then skipped on to the next topic. I was always left more confused than the class before.
Cares about her students
Dr J is truly an inspiration as a teacher, teachers like her make people like us want to be teachers. She cares about her students, works with anyone on any situation they may be going through, and will support you through everything and anything no questions asked. Dr J was a blessing through the hardships of COVID19 and deserves to be recognized.
Absolutely loved Dr. J! She cares for her students deeply! During the pandemic, she was completely understanding of situations and allowed work to be turned in late. She was very clear on the instructions for each assignment and even posted Youtube videos of the exact directions and went over them in depth, in addition to zoom. The best!!!
Dr. Johnson is awesome. She truly cares about each student and their education. She gives you her cell number to text her outside of class. She gives extensions on assignments so you can complete them without stress. She gives outstanding feedback on all of your assignments. I have learned so much from her.
Dr. J is one of the most caring professors I have ever had! She truly wants all of her students to not only succeed, but to make sure they are happy and doing well too. She gives out her phone # and is available to call and text. She is incredibly passionate about what she does and has such a fun personality even on zoom! Helpful videos! TAKE HER!!
Dr. J is hands down my favorite professor ever! She truly cares about her students and there mental health. She was very helpful during hard times with being online. 10/10 recommend. She brought a smile to my face each class!
Dr. Johnson is FANTASTIC, she is one of the best professors I have ever taken at EMU. She truly cares about her students, I wish I could take every class she offers.
Dr Johnson was truly the best professor Ive had throughout my college experience. She genuinely cares about her students and their mental health. She always left positive comments under all of my assignments. She is a true role model.
I LOVED Dr.J. She is absolutely lovely and very passionate about what she teaches. Her class is easy but you need to show up and be actively involved in lessons. But don't worry, she easily keeps the class engaged with her funny jokes and chaotic personality. I would love to take another course with her. Take her! you wont regret it.
She is incredibly sweet and caring and doesnt give to much homework.
Dr. J is truly the most amazing human being. She actually cares about her students, and she wants to see her students succeed. She is also very understanding. She responds to her emails/texts very quickly and those texts are always so nice. The work is very straightforward, and even fun to do. Don't even think about it. TAKE HER CLASS!
Dr. J is awesome. She is very caring, and she treats her students like colleagues which is really nice. She answers questions right away, and even helps her students find a solution whether it's thinks about assignments, or even personal struggles. I LOVE HER!! I wish every student could take her class!
She absolutely loves teaching students and makes class genuinely enjoyable. I learned a lot without feeling like I was learning and I most definitely would take this class again. Her grading policy is super simple and as long as you put in effort you'll exceed in the class.
If you're an education major you need to take a class with this woman. She is so understanding, funny, and helpful. She gives us every single opportunity to succeed. Be nice to her if you have her and she'll go to the ends of the earth for you!
She does care for her students but discussed many things that did not relate to the course, canceled class many times for no reason, no clear direction on assignments, had you buy an expensive course packet that you read only a few times to summarize and email for no real grade.
Extremely fun and easy professor. She is one for talking and keeping the class off topic some days. The directions for assignments are easy but can be a little confusing as to what she wants but she is open to all interpretations. She is very caring and wants the best for all her students now and forever.
Dr. J was amazing, hands down the best professor and educator I have had at this university. Not only does she deeply care about her students, she is so influential and knowledgeable about education. The entire structure of the class was beneficial for her students, loved the class. Take Dr. J, you won't regret it!
Dr. J was an amazing professor. She cares deeply for her students and is easily accessible outside of class. Many things I've learned from her I will carry with me throughout my teaching journey. Overall the best professor at the whole university.
Dr. Johnson is great, very funny, and is very flexible on assignments. My only complaint is that I'm not sure I learned a whole lot from this class. A lot of the time we do group activities that are fun, but just don't teach us a whole lot about educating.
Fun and as long as you try you get 100 no matter what. Also only 7 assignments that are all in class only with no homework, and if you miss one she will give you something easy to do in order to get the point back. Impossible to not finish with 100%
Dr J was so much fun! We usually did group activities in her class, she was fun to listen to, flexible with assignments, and easy to contact! It was worth waking up at 8AM for a 9-12 class, which she almost always ended an hour early! Choose her you won't regret it!
It's clear that Dr. J is passionate about what she does, but she is very quirky. She is a really good person, just not my cup of tea. She goes on tangents a lot and I don't necessarily feel like I'm learning in this class, but to each their own.
Dr J is truly a one of a kind professor!!!!! She is a clear example of someone made to educate, and she helps you realize that potential in yourself. She is incredibly caring about her students and how they are doing outside of class. If you ever have to miss class or need an extension on an assignment, she is very understanding. She is exceptional
Dr. Johnson is a very nice person, but she is also a bit eccentric. Her lectures do not always pertain to information about homework assignments. There were no exams in her class; there were just assignments and a couple projects. Dr. Johnson is excellent about providing ways to contact her outside of class (such as through email).
This professor is AMAZING. Although she can be a bit off topic she DEEPLY cares about teaching and is extremely passionate. She is extremely flexible and very easy to reach outside of class(she gives you her phone number). Be warned she loves to chat but is very knowledgeable. I would very much take several classes with her! Loved her class!
Dr.J is very passionate about teaching but she needs to retire. I learned nothing from this class, it was incredibly unorganized and she often went on the SAME tangents every class but you couldn't skip otherwise you wouldn't know to text her a picture of a scab, tanking your grade by 10% (actual assignment!). The class was easy if you showed up
Continuously rambling and entirely unhelpful when it came to work. Course lacks structure, and she will insist that you call her to contact her despite being told you're uncomfortable. Terrible at responding to emails, and it will take you multiple tries to properly get in contact. Half the time she won't even fully answer your question, either.
Genuinely cares about her students and job, she's retiring soon and I'm very happy I was able to take a class with her before that. She can ramble a lot and get off topic but she's very kind and easy to talk to. Assignments are very easy
Class Info
Online Classes
100%
Attendance Mandatory
80%
Textbook Required
74%
Grade Predictor
Your expected effort level
Predicted Grade
A+
Grade Distribution
Common Tags
Rating Trend
Stable
+0.19 avg changeRatings by Course
CURR591
5.0
(3)CURR
5.0
(1)CURRICULUM304
5.0
(1)CURR630
5.0
(1)EDPS000
5.0
(1)Difficulty by Course
CURR630
5.0
CURR1436
5.0
PRCT305L4
5.0
EDPS000
4.0
CURR304PRAC304
4.0