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1301 - 1.0 ratingClass Info
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91%
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Reviews (85)
The course can get to be a bit challenging, but she is willing to help. You do need to read the textbook. An 8 page research paper is required but gives plenty of time to complete.
I took both ENGL 1301 and 1302 with her. Presentations, essays, not a lot of reading... she's very clear and helpful. I would recommend this teacher (:
She's a really good teacher! She explains everything and will meet with you one on one to discuss grades.One of the best professors I've ever had.
Great Teacher!!!! Easy tests, but does assign homework. Essays and research papers. Otherwise she is very helpful and humorous
Dont take this class! very rude.This teacher cleary has her favorites.She tells everyone to consider dropping the class since you look like your all going to fail anyways. Were all here to learn. A teachers job is to motivate& encourage us students to do our best not to make us out be a joke or a pay check. More than half dropped.
I highly recommend taking this class. Although she is not the easiest of professors, she is there to teach her students and expects you to grow and learn. She is always available to help those who ask. She assigns some reading, but nothing difficult. There is a 8 page paper assigned,but there is an abundance of time to complete it.
Just not helpful. I felt like I had to teach myself.
Shes awesome! She is very clear and gets straight to the point. In 1301 you have 5 essays throughout the semester and they are relatively easy. She explains the essays in great detail like 5 times before. Anyone that says she is "bad professor" probably never showed up to class or gives bad attitude. ALSO! participate in class discussions. 3d her
shes a little tough but a great instructor
I had her for 1301 AND 1302! she is a awesome teacher she is a little tough but her class is pass-able ;)
She is an amazing professor. She keeps the lectures interesting! She is a little tough but it is only for your own good. Get ready to write good essays!
She would beat us if she could, I would prefer that. I don't always dislike teachers but this is one time I really really do. I am not doing this to hurt her but rather to warn students that you will suffer and possibly cry. I struggle with emotional stuff but since going to this class I have started to crumble. If you want to learn don't go here.
I would not recommend this professor. She did not want to teach us and straight out said so. She asked us to drop and explained that most of us will fail. I have received good grades in English but in her class my 97 was dropped down to a 32.
I don't talk at all and that keeps me safe. Other students are attacked just for discussing the assignments. Her verbal abuse of the students is really getting to me.
Great teacher! She's very clear on what she expects from her students. Do your work and participate.
Of course, she's a tough professor, but we aren't in high school anymore... want a wonderful professor??? I suggest her. Took her 1301 and 1302!!! Best choice ever!!!!!
Avoid this teacher if you can because her class was basically an endless stream of bland cookie cutter assignments and tests. Her grading criteria was vague and one thing that frustated me was the fact that quizzes would just disappear or not be posted at all.
I had her for my first semester. At first I was scared because I failed my first assignment but all you need to do is pass the essays and do as she says and you're good. She may be scary but she does help. Very easy A. Study!
She's not an easy professor, she will challenge you for your own good. She explains the essays very well. Tests are not tough she lets you use the book, but study anyways. Also, participate in class.
Took her for 1302 she is a tough grader and also can be disrespectful towards student. you know how they say there is never a dumb question. Well to her there is and she will embarrasses you in front of the class. Kept quite all semester, did my essays and passed. If you want a challenge take her course.
The class over all is easy, the assignments are easy, but the quizzes are hard to understand, they don't make sense. And if you comment on anything or giver her advise she will make you regret it! Don't take her class if you are not ready for some heat, and if you do then don't say anything, just ask for feedback on assignments.
she is a tough grader. the class was good but you dont know your grade for most of the semester because she will not post it on blackboard. test are easy because you can use all your notes. Try to get on her good side or you may not pass. she counts participation when she gives you your final grade. passed with a B
This is on grammar and gets you ready for 1302. She helped me a lot, now I can write essays great. she is blunt, funny, and participation matters. You must work for your grade. Take if you are ready to really learn and can take the truth to better benefit your writing skills. Must work for the A. Don't slack.
She expects a lot from her students because she knows they are smart. English is easy all you have to do is put the work in. She gets you ready for the real world, that is why she is strict. She is there to help. A lot of research papers and group work. Again, getting you ready for next college classes. Ready for a challenge and to really learn?
She is strict and expects a lot from her students. You're going to be challenged and the class is intimidating but you will learn and you will become a better writer. You'll write 5 essays, buy the books they help. Although shes blunt she is also very fair, do your work, participate, be on time and you'll have no problem,highly recommend her class
Taking this class was tough but I also did it online which I will not recommend. She's a picky grader so don't expect an easy A just because you finished it. Ask questions if you have any. By the end of the semester half the class dropped. She only gave out 2-3 'lectures' , most of it is learning on your own through reading. Not fun, avoid online.
Wonderful professor!!! If you want an easy A, I suggest you look for another professor. But, if you wan learn, Ms. Estrada is the real deal. I took her 1301 and 1302. BEST choice ever!!! Can come off a bit strong, but if you pay attn. YOU WILL PASS!!!! Passed both semesters with an A! Do your will do hers!!!
I've considered English to be one of my favorite subjects all of my life but this professor made me dread going to class. She was very sarcastic. While I didn't have many issues with her personally, I was bothered by the attitude she gave other students in class. The class is not hard if you don't mind and unwelcoming professor.
Sarcastic and judgmental, but doesn't let anyone else have an opinion. Don't speak up in class . She is the model of how NOT to be a "teacher"
I wish all my instructores were like her. She gets to point i need someone fast and realiable and thats her. The work is tough but just do your best ..
She don't let too many fly by, but as a whole is a solid professor. She has a heavy hand on grading, so make sure you pay extra-careful attention to the essay guides and stick to them. A bit of sarcasm that don't kill anyone. Pretty funny most of the time. Would take her again
The class needs to be participating or else the test and homework's are harder.
Everyone talks on Professor Estrada but this is the real world you have to work for what you want. This professor is a real gem i wouldn't take any other instructor for the fact that her lectures are easy to understand ,this class taught me how to actually do essays on APA and MLA format without having to look back on my notes. Definitely recommend
Her class is not easy, but not extremely hard. Some who want an easy A complain. I took her for 1301 & 1302. I have a Science major & this prof has helped plenty with future classes. In my opinion, a lot of science is how to properly conduct a research paper and everything in both these classes. Her critics are very helpful.
Her class is really hard. She gives a lot of homework, her essays most be perfect, I used to expend more than 4 hours in the writing center for her essays and I still did not get a good grade. You have to work really hard to get a passing grade.
She's a good professor and likes to crack jokes, but she's still a little strict. The quality of the work you turn in is the grade you're going to get. I do recommend her, but she's not going to just hand an A to you. Don't skip class or you may miss out on important content. The exams aren't difficult, but taking notes will help you tremendously!
I took English 1301 and 1302 with her and it was my favorite class to go to. In 1301 I did not turn in an essay and missed a presentation, my overall grade was a B. In 1302 I got an A. Avoid using your phone in class and turn in things on time. As long as you pay attention and do as she asks youll do fine.
Very rude teacher. She has something against me from day one when I did absolutely nothing to her. I would turn in all my work and be in class everyday. Yet she failed me because she didn't like me. She literally asked me in front of the class "Why are you here?" I have NEVER had a problem with a teacher in my entire life before her.
If you have the time to do 3 assignment in a week and a 5 pages essay this is a class for you. If you have questions please do not ask. Very rude professor. She's not clear with instructions and I believe that's too much work if you're a parent, are taking additional classes, have a job, and have kids. What EPCC is supposed to be for..
BAD !!!
She is amazing. Dont be fooled by the comments. While she is strict its something that isnt manageable. She allows you to use notes and handouts in her tests. Any quiz was told ahead of time. Helped with clarity of essays if needed. Prepares you for a four year college. This is college. Instructors dont need to coddle you.
She is a wonderful teacher. You have to work for your grade but she is awesome. Very thorough.
Gloria Estrada is an amazing professor. She is fair, and expects homework due at the beginning of class, with very little exceptions. Reading is a must in order to understand her homework and the essays that will be due. She is a great listener and is willing to sit down with you one on one to help you better understand what is required of you.
She is unnecessarily tough. Absolutely do not take her if you dont need to, even if you have to wait a semester. I did not deserve the grade she gave me.
Great Professor
The course was graded on a simple 4 point scale that is wholistic. The grades received greatly reflects the effort put in. Spend the time to write your papers early and have them reviewed in the writing lab or you may never get an A. The lectures help to outline key points in the writings and help to round out your vocabulary and mechanics.
Very sarcastic and dry. All you have to do is turn in your work in on time and you'll get decent grades. Don't attempt to turn in work late; will not be accepted. Her class was very easy and manageable. Able to use notes on tests and quizzes so always keep them handy :)
Great teacher, however you may try your hardest on an essay and she will still give you a 3/4. Studying for tests isnt that important, just pay attention in her lectures!
She is very strict and more if the class is online
It's hard to contact her. She does take a while to answer back and her response to me was because she needed to grade the work for her other classes. I needed help with two assignments and I didn't do it because she didn't answer. Also, she takes up to three weeks to grade summited work. Some of her assignments are not that clear.
Awesome instructor. She will take the time out of her schedule to get online with you and help you with the material you don't understand. She is a caring instructor and will give you plenty of time to complete the work. You do need a book and expect to read but she makes it interesting.
Fall 2020, She is a great teacher, but in this class, you are going to do like 30 homework, you will have like 4 test, 5 essays, and 20 homework. If you do your best, your grade will be good. Also, she gives you like 3 opportunities for extra points. And the essays are the most important in this class, she will grade everything.
PLEASE DO NOT TAKE HER!!! I don't know why this kind of person is named "teacher"; she is not even a teacher. She doesn't know what she is doing. She is rude and never worries about her students. Any grammar errors, she puts you an F, so beware of this kind of person
Epcc needs to fire her, tbh. I didn't like her class, she is mean and I didn't learn with her. Don't take her...
Ms. Estrada is an excellent professor. You do not need a textbook, she will upload all the readings on blackboard. If you start working on the assignments on time and have questions, she takes the time to help you.
Professor ; Gloria Estrada is unreasonable rude, disrespectful, absolutely snarky and not approachable. I took her course in the summer and OMG..... She has unbelievable expectations and will not work with you in order to improve your grade. If you send her messages be ready to receive rude and blunt responses. I do not recommend her to anyone.
Do not take English with Ms. Estrada, very unprofessional , rude , looks down on people if they have difficulty in the subject. This professor should find another career, teaching is not for her. If need an English credit highly recommend Mr. Perez or Mr. Yarbrough they will help you and actually know what they are doing and care.
I think she is an okay teacher, but she can be very rude to you. The comments that she makes in your paper make you question if she is a good teacher or not. Every essay that you make is going to give you a very low grade. The essays count a lot towards your grade for the class. So be ready to write four essays in her class.
She is a good professor pretty straight forward with lessons. Assigns homework every week but its not a lot if you dont wait last minute. Also if you want respect be respectful to her. Pretty understanding.
I dont know why there is so many bad reviews? I took her for the winter semester and the class was a breeze. She always provides feedback. She is also very helpful with lectures and is open to any questions regarding assignments.
I took her class my first semester in college, and i have to admit she is one of the best professors ive had till this day! If you really want to pass her class expect to be ready to learn. NOT FOR THE LIGHTHEARTED. 10/10
-Makes it extremely difficult for you to be successful in her class -Expectations are too high for people trying to pass and be successful college students -Felt uncomfortable she tries to come off intimidating and thinks its funny -Some of us just want to go and learn not be intimated of our college professors
Theres a lot of other english classes at EPCC that aren't extremely hard to get through :(
A teacher very attentive to the students and very direct. A little hard when giving grades but nothing to write home about, if you do what she asks, you will pass her class without any problem.
I was a respectful student and was always willing to work with her, but she became very difficult to work with. Turns out I was correct, this professor can't take honesty and sabotaged my grade, be aware of her petty attitude.
Ms. Estrada is a wonderful teacher. She gives feedbacks and actually reviews you essay's. She is an easygoing teacher. It is up to you to pass the class. Showing up is necessary or she will threaten to drop you, but why would you skip classes you intended to take online? She'll work with you if you put in the effort.
She is really nice and will help you if you need it. She is very clear with her assignments, gives 2nd attempts, and will help with assignments during class. However, she does not accept late work, and essays are important. But she allows essay rewrites to get a better grade. Respect her, and you will be respected. Good learning experience.
There's a lot of other amazing professors you can take that'll help guide you and actually teach you. This professor was very rude and wasn't helpful at all. She reminded me of a mean high school teacher, and for reference I'm 25. There're some mixed reviews but you shouldn't have to struggle this much in an English class. Take Santos or Russell.
Professor Estrada cares for her student's success. She goes above and beyond with the resources she provides to her students. She explains in detail the stories that were assigned in class and gives background information to be able to analyze stories better.
Just has attitude and gives lots of work
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Do not take her class! She has a terrible attitude towards people. She is extremely rude. She does have favoritism towards certain people. She doesn't explain her assignments. She will tell you to leave her class if you take pictures of her notes. Overall, I highly don't recommend having her as a teacher.
She doesn't teach correctly, her attitude is awful and highly unprofessional. She lacks respect towards students and doesn't explain any lessons clear or concisely, but gets mad and answers with an attitude if you ask her for help. She is bitter and I truly don't recommend taking her online, or in person.
I had a great experience taking Ms. Estrada's class during the summer. Her grading criteria was clear and she allowed you to rewrite every essay but the final for a better grade. The work was easy and you had the opportunity to complete it during class. Nice sense of humor and overall approachable person.
To me this teacher was not good at all, she will give out instructions very porely like you already know what to do off the bat. a lot of students had to ask questions, because she didn't explain the assignment well. she's funny here and there but any assignment you do wrong she'll respond rudely and un proffesional.
Called me ghetto for no reason. She isn't trying to teach poor kids. She made it so hard. Couldn't even get the first draft started and it was due fast with a speech. She is the reason I quit college. I would not have made it in her speech class. Don't pay to fail and be called names at EPCC. Can't even look at the time on your cell phone with her.
There's no reason for English 1 to be this difficult, save your time, money, and gpa. Just pick another professor
she's entitled and unhelpful the worst professor by far since being at epcc
This professor is a bully. Her assignments state one thing & she grades based off of things that were never stated. The only reason I was able to pass is because I have a habit of screenshotting my assignments & had to constantly prove to her that her instructions stated something else beforehand. Do not take, unless you enjoy crying.
This professor is just terrible! Please don't take this professor! If you write a perfect essay and get a word misspelled or any error, your grade goes to a 50! I'm not kidding! I had to study immensely! Overall a 0/10 for me! PLEASE DON'T TAKE HER EVER!!!
I was scared when I read the reviews, but she wasn't that bad. I learned a lot. I do know that she caught two students cheating and they decided to hate on her on this website. Just do your work, don't slack it and you'll be fine
Overall a great teacher, she thoroughly understands the material and teaches well. Assignments are graded with a clear rubric to follow and allows for rewrites. She has a good sense of humor and makes the class enjoyable. She goes over assignments beforehand to ensure clarity and allows time in class to complete.
She will drop you from a 100 to a 0 to misspelling five words in an essay and then comment on that essay let's talk and she will completely misspell talk, she rude to student in the middle of class and is very weird and rude talking about her prior students, don't take her class she's the only one with constant availability because no one likes her
She is a very good professor, she explains everything clearly and she made learning easy. Even if you turn something in late, she'll still accept it, just do your work. I learned a lot from her and i enjoyed being in her class.
Professor Estrada was an overall great professor. I enjoyed the class and would take it again. Her expectations were clear and was available for questions or concerns. She was also very open and very blunt on her feedback. Which is a good thing because that is how we learn. The set up for assignments each week were also easy to follow though.
Class Info
Online Classes
100%
Attendance Mandatory
91%
Textbook Required
20%
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