She is very enthusiastic about what she teaches. Makes learning fun

I loved her enthusiasm. She is a great teacher.

distractingly

Great teacher - easy class

Explains things very well. i now understand the bible!

very nice, also very knowledgable in hist., she will give you extra time if u ar

Great views on European Humanities. Paid attention/medium effort/ got a B.

She maybe one of the smartest people I've ever met. Vast knowledge and very nice and helpful. Recommended.

Outstanding person and wonderful professor. Extensive base of knowledge. I simply cannot comprehend why she opts to teach at a JC, though I thank her for the chance! DO NOT be late to her class!

She is interesting/fun. You do have to read and write a few papers, but overall natural level of difficulty (brain doesn't hurt after class).

She has an amazing personality and a great teaching style that makes almost any topic intersting. She is extremely open to new ideas and opinions, something we need in instructors today.

I got an A, and I didn't even read the books. Don't be like me though. This is a great teacher. She is as entertaining as she is intelligent. I am taking more HUM classes b/c of her.

She's twistedly hilarious...she cracked me up. Knows her material, and showed it very well. Medium effort, got a B. Probably an easy A (well not too easy). Know the general idea of the reading material and you're good.

Gwenyth is an absolutely amazing instructor. She is extremely intelligent, knows her material and extremely passionate about what she does. Her reading material is very interesting. She is incredibly funny.

Easy, easy, easy. She assigns a lot of reading, but she will go over it all in class. You can get an EASY B in the class, and with little effort you can get an A. Although the class it EASY you will learn a lot Greek, Hebrew, and Roman culture

This woman is so passionate about her subject, its absolutly infectious. she gets so into the stories you cant help bu be excited to learn. i truely enjoyable class experience.

This teacher is amazing, she is so into what she does. Knows everything about humanities. Brilliant woman. I would recommend this teacher to anyone. Very helpful and pretty easy, but out of the class you will learn so much.

She is a fasinating teacher that is extremely smart and witty and the same time. She assigns more reading than writing assignments but the texts are amazing!

Excellent teacher as well as a great friend or mentor. You'd be harming yourself by NOT taking one of her classes. She can make anything interesting.

Gwenyth goes over all the material you were suppose to read, which is great. She is passionate about what she does and she has stolen my heart with her brilliance.

I seriously hate reading books... but Mapes made me FALL IN LOVE with all the readings for Hum110. She is so enthusiastic and her passion for the material rubs off on you. I dislike school, but I am seriously considering taking Hum120 just because of her

Mapes is a great! If you're extremly religious be cautious, her teaching of the bible may offend you or make you question some things, but I think you'll benefit regardless. Very passionate about her subject, really helpful, the class is amazing.

really knows subject well, interersting texts

Grossmont's finest. Interesting class, lots of reading but you adjust. Fair grader, a must take to fullfill Gen Ed courses.

She was awesome!!! Very passionate about her work!! The class was always a joy!! There is a lot of reading, but the texts are so interesting and she makes class even better!!!

Not only is she an awesome humanities instuctor, she will prepare you for the college atmosphere.

Please, take her class and you will see a huge defference between other Grossmont teachers and her. Gwenyth is absolutely unique, smart, kind, and helpful instructor!!!!!

great professor, wonderful person. intelligent, caring, witty and interesting. just do the assignments on time, go to class, try to do the community service she suggests and you’ll come out of the class being a better person.

Ms. Mapes is the best teacher I have ever had. She loves what she does and it shows. She is amazing! You will learn so much from her. Take her class if you can.

all i have to say, is that she's the best teacher ive had. her teaching style is very straight-forward, engages any type of student, & she does a great job of giving in-depth information about the readings--seriously, she does a REALLY REALLY good job.

GREAT TEACHER! i loved the class but she made it more interesting. she has interesting material to teach! i loved her! to suceed: DO THE WORK AND YOU WILL GET AN A

Great teacher, very straight forward. I learned alot and had a good experience.

I am taking her summer class and it is so so so so awsome!!!! I am planning on taking HUM 130 next semester!!! She is so funny and makes the most boring book so so interesting. Her class is awsome!!!!! You will not regret taking her class!

I loved this class! Mapes is so passionate about her courses, which is why her classess are great. She hands out alot of handouts, skim through them it'll help you out with your papers.

Great, fun teacher! Lots of reading! Many quizzes w/out notice, so read! Take good notes, you will need them. If not, record lectures, or use laptop. Final has an essay=75% of final grade. Also, looks for critical thinkers & improvement on all writing.

My favorite teacher of all times! She is so real and up front. Very funny, but most of all she makes everything she talks about so interesting! So naturally you should do very well without going above and beyond to do well.

She is def, one of the best teachers i've ever had. She was awesome she loves what she does. i would recommed eveyone to take her she's def something else.

She loves what she does, and loves her subject. She goes into more depth than any other humanities teacher I've known has gone. I learned more than I could have ever imagined. She doesn't give tests, just do essays, but it's not hard to do well.

She is an absolutely excellent teacher. I would suggest that everyone take at least one of her classes.

Gwenyth is a great teacher! She has a passion for her subject and knows it inside and out. Everyone should take her class! It's not an easy class, but if you read the material and have pretty good writing skills, you can get a good grade. Uses primary sources instead of a textbook.

Do not be late to class! She hates that so she likes to point you out if you're late, unprepared, or falling asleep. She's strict but nonetheless a very good teacher. She makes the lectures interesting. Just do your work and definitely read before class and you'll do fine.

Good with lectures. You get a lot out of them. Pretty much an easy class you just have to read and do a few essays and thats about it. She is very discriptive. Good teacher.

Wonderful books and films for entire class. All take home essay assignments, no tests. Very passionate and hip teacher. Has traveled the world and knows a lot about what she is teaching. I recommend this class to anyone who enjoys learning about the arts and culture of other countries.

do not be late! she hates that.ALOT of reading.READ before class,review your notes and participate in discussions, she'll love you.if you dont she can tell you didnt read.VERY FUNNY.passionate about what she does.clarifys alot of the confusing parts of the readings.dont forget, READ!

Great teacher if you want help go to her office hours, she will proof read your paper! Very passionate about what she does, unlike most teachers

She was a spectacular teacher, her class is plenty interesting. She really likes what she does and is really helpful. Zealots tend to hate her, because she questions their one-track mentality. Take her if you're not obsessed with yourself, and aren't completely obsessed with Jesus. Two thumbs up.

This professor is top notch, first-rate. She brings life into the texts she uses, is excited and intensely engaged in every subject she addresses. Encouraging to all students, helful, inspiring. Want an education? This class is a must! Ignore negative reviews! They're totally without merit.

She was a good teacher, she grades her papers hard, they are easy to write and if you do well you will get a "c." Shes really interested in what shes teaching, and if you care about the material even just a little bit you'll probably be interested in the class.

This is one of the best teachers I've ever had. Ms. Mapes really cares about her students and wants them to succeed.If you do the work you'll do fine in her class.If you are lazy then you won't appreciate what she has to offer. Very knowledgeable about topic-makes something boring very interesting

Great teacher. So nice, and really cares about her students. Totally awesome class.

Outstanding teacher, very into her teachings. Keeps you interested. You do not want to miss a class. Don't forget your book or be late. She really enjoys what she is teaching.

She is just the greatest teacher on campus...period. not the easiest. but, she loves her classes and her students...unlike the many prehistoric burnouts that inhabit many a podium around here.

I love Gwyneth, she's the best. She will probably give me a low grade but I still love her. Awesome teacher! One of a kind.

EXCELLENT IN HER MANNER OF TEACHING AND BEING WILLING TO ASSIST WHEN ASKED. SHE IS THE BEST SO FAR IN MY EDUCATION. HER CLASS IS VERY HARD FOR ME, BUT WHETHER "I GET IT OR NOT" GWENYTH IS STILL MY FAVOURITE. MORE SHOULD LEARN HOW TO TEACH FROM HER. THANX GWENYTH, STUDENT FROM SPRING 2005 SEMESTER.ENJOY YOUR COLOMBIAN BAG :-)

She is so sweet and passionate about what she does. Being in her class is like going to storytime. she makes everything come to life. She is a great teacher.

Gwenyth is the bst. She loves her work and her students. Her tests can be hard, but you have to read ALL of her material. Take GOOD NOTES. Be cognizant the ENTIRE time she lectures - or you WILL GET LOST. If you are absent for lecture - you may not find your way back. Other students notes do not help in this class - YOU have to hear for yourself.

Very passionate about her work and also has a great outlook on life. Easy to get an A, just go and listen and you will do fine. Don't miss too many classes because it could bite u in the a$$.

great teacher, great class

passionate, but very difficult. i got an a, but it was not easy. PAY ATTENTION or you will be lost. SHE is one of those teachers who you despise during the semester, but really feel good about yourself when its all through. I have learned so much out this class, stuff like jeopardy questions.

Ms Mapes is very passionate. Her class requires participation. If you read, pay attention in class,take notes, and open your mind you will do very well. I will for sure take more of her classes, I am an enlightened person because of her!

Do yourself a favor and take any class she teaches.

Such an amazing teacher! She is very enthusiastic, and just comes out with this stuff that is so interesting that you can't help but do good in the class. This woman literally showed me that school can actually be enjoyable, something I had never ever thought possible before her class.

I cannot add more, eveyone had said it right.

The best teacher I've EVER had in two years at grossmont. She's a wonderful teacher and person all around; she's also my idol. Just go to class and listen. It's interesting anyway.

Awesome teacher! As everyone's already said, she's really passionate about her subject. She's really nice and is great to talk to. The class was a little difficult, but as long as you do all of the assignments you should be okay.

i took her for two humanities classes and she is by far the best teacher i've had throughout my academic life--she's very passionate about teaching and has the greatest knowledge for the subject. and regarding the very first comment posted, only a nut head would think she is a feminist. and any one who thinks such a thing would aparently be treated like a nut head.

I learned so much in this class. She is very passionate about what she teaches and it is absolutely refreshing to see a teacher who enjoys what they do, and obviously understands the significance of teaching young minds new things. I am so appreciative, that she helped me find a new appreciation and perspective on literature and the history and roles of men and women. My favorite teacher so far.

i love gwen, she was the first teacher of my college career, i got a B and i didnt even buy the books...if u write good papers youll get a good grade

She is one of the two best teachers at Grossmont I had. Her classes were not only interesting, but they were inspiring. Take any class you can from her. I would have loved to take all her classes. I can't write enough about her.

Mapes is extremely biased in her viewpoints but once you look past that, she does a good job teaching her class. Keep an open mind but be very wary of the information you're being fed. Always remember that there is another side and, in this case, you definately arn't getting the whole picture.

Mapes is a great teacher. She is so passionate about humanities, and she helped me decide by taking her classes that I wanted my major to be humanities. She taught me so much about the world, and I ENTHUSIASTICALLY recommend her to anyone who wants to take this course!

What a fantastic teacher to decide to come and teach at a cc. Makes you dig into literary works and analyze at a level that most dont. She is a wonderful person, loved going to office hours and she wrote a wonderful recommendation. Def Recommend.

This teacher does have a way of making otherwise boring literature seem interesting and real. However, she marked me down on a paper for my structure when I have been structuring papers in college the same way for years. The tests are essay and not that hard but I spent the whole worring about my "structure"

This woman is amazing! She is a great teacher! She excpects college level students to do college level work and rightfully so. I would take any of her classes!

She was awesome, but didnt like it when students came to class late - she really wants you to learn, and she is passionate for her work.

Most people who take this class figure she is too hard of a teacher, that is not the case. She really wants you to learn the material which is why she is so hard, but I took her class and I enjoyed it and I actually learned something, I recommend her if you feel like learning knowledge that will help you in your everyday life.

This class was kind of hard. She is very wise and caring, but I think she requires much more knowledge then someone in an intro class. I learned a lot about life, but not about anything else. I found myself confused a lot of the time.

she was a cool teacher. the subject was really interesting to me. i took it in the summer and still did good so id recommend her.

Very intelligent and passionate teacher. She gives life lessons as well as crazy details about all she teaches(she a freakin encycolpedia!). You should read the material because she expects participation. Also, little writing and homework besides reading. Strict about tardiness and being un prepared

Interesting class but not what I was expecting. Not your regular HUM class that focuses on art, music, etc., but more on current events. No tests, but 3 major papers and a final was required. Papers were based on required texts and lectures. Pay attention, take notes, read the texts, have the ability to write at a college level and you'll get an A.

AWSOME BRAIN. 5 stars for teaching important female figures in history and literature in fair and clear manner! A true representation of female gender's accomplishments to balance the male gender's. NOT a male hater! (3 guys in class finished!) a fair grader, helps all her students! Excellent teacher!! Well rounded cool class! and I finished:)

Very hard, requires a lot of you. I found that most people in the class complained (which match the complaints here) because they want an easy A. I have communicated with her after class to discuss her subjects and never felt hated (being a male and all). Work hard, be prepared, and you will be treated fairly. Not everyone is an A student.

She wasn’t bad! A very interesting and intelligent woman. I would suggest taking her for summer only, I heard the regular semester has a lot of reading. I took her course over summer & got a B (wasn’t that hard because she is interesting). She’s very clear and basically tells you what she wants for essays, tests etc.

She is a very good story teller! The class wasn't bad. If you are good with greek mythology then you will definatly understand the class. Just do not slack on your reading!

She is a great professor, quite intelligent. You must take good notes in class, she goes over most of the reading. She is very clear as to what she expects, and may be intimidating, but friendly at the same time!

Very good, passionate teacher, knows her stuff for sure and makes the class very interesting. A little one-sided though but if you get past that you'll enjoy the class

I took her short-term class. It was easy and enjoyable. She's a great teacher!

a great teacher...very knowledgeable in every sense of the word. passionate about the subject she teaches. the papers require thought, heaven forbid if they didn't and the provocation of thought was only limited to your high school days. a private school caliber teacher at the community level - i appreciated her wisdom and educational inspiration

A professor that will open your eyes to the lessons of the world; however she is not for the faint of hearts. She has a semi- militaristic approach that can come across somewhat caustic, but she's passionate and very educated. The class is demanding and she does not tolerate idiots- this she is verbal about. Great class.

Truly a wonderful professor. She can be intimidating, but she really cares about her students, and the information she shares is great. Myself and several classmates 'hear her voice' telling us about morality weeks later! Definitely worth the time and effort -- and her essays are NOT that bad!

Definitely one of my favorite classes. Mapes is very knowledgeable and enthusiastic about her subject. I swear she has a reading radar...if you don't keep up, she knows, and she'll make you look like an idiot. Can be intimidating if she finds you inadequate, so do yourself a favor and know your stuff.

Those who seek great knowledge and wisdom from human history should really enjoy this course. I took HUM102 in Fall 08, no text book but many handouts and few paper back books. No room for absences or tardiness, be there on time or else! Great material! No scan-trons needed, grades on class-participation and essays. A wonderful teacher! EVC

She's the best. Will help you if you ask her. Don't be shy with her other wise she'll figure you don't need help. College, ask questions, study, and learn!

Great class! Mapes is quiet the teacher, be there every day on time, essays are a pain but everything else is easy.

Hot teacher! Only three essays and helps you when you need her to. She'll help you put together a thesis statement if need the help. Go Mapes!

Prof. Mapes expects her students to be prepared and ready for class. She is well-educated and traveled so she believes very much in a worldview. Read the assignments, write the papers and she'll reward you for your hard work. If you want a class where you can slack, make stupid comments and expect to BS an A, don't take her.

Tough? Yes. Awesome? An even bigger yes. Quit whining. Don't register unless you want to do some work. For that matter, don't register for college unless you want to work!

I disagree with every negative comment here. She is extremely passionate about everything she teaches and expects common sense and basic participation from her students. It's not a hard class if you just quit sleeping and pay attention. She WILL call you out when you're late or sleeping! Just don't do it!

Is she hard? You betcha! Is she fair? Yes. Make note that most of the negative comments are poorly written and full of spelling and grammar errors. What's wrong with a college prof expecting a college student to perform at a college level? You do NOT need to share her views. My paper went against her 100% but I still managed an A.

Oh my God a teacher that expects you to be on time and wants you to read, study, and work hard! That's terrible isn't it? I don't know what's wrong with these people, perhaps they should go get their degrees online. Professor Mapes was so great I took her for both sections she teaches. I also got an "A". She does allow you to have a different view.

Loved the Class and Professor Mapes. She is very smart,worldly and cultured.She can be very intimidating. I think she likes teaching to those who want to learn. The other ratings are correct she does expect you to work hard and participate. You need to read the texts and go to class. If you want to be lazy don't take this course.

Ms. Mapes is tough, cynical, intelligent, and caustic. She expects a lot from her students. Tip: Take Eng. 101 BEFORE taking Hum 101 because she expects you to be able write an expository essay and if you have trouble she will help you. Very opinionate, but who isn't. Got a C and was glad to get it.

If you want to take a class with a VERY knowledgeable professor who is passionate about what she is teaching, then this is the one. She expects her students to be as serious about learning as she is about teaching. Her essays are only hard in the sense that she asks you to formulate an opinion and DEFEND it based on the readings (not unreasonable).

I have mixed feelings about her. She obviously knows a lot and wants to share it with everyone. She can be pretty funny but she flips out if you leave or talk or move an inch. If you are willing to do the work it takes you'll get a good grade. She wants her students to be into the subject just as much as she is. I wouldnt not recommend her.

I had her for intro. She is very knowledgeable, but she's basically a brunette Sue Sylvester (the cheer coach from Glee). When you ask her for help she is nice, but can be almost insulting in class. The course might as well be called, "The Odyssey."

She is the most intense person I have ever met.This class is extremely difficult but she makes it interesting because she is so damn passionate about it.Reading the Bible and the Odyssey in such depth is not easy, you have to keep up! I earned an A, honestly I would have been proud with a C.

She comes off as a feminist. That's not to say that she will knock your grade down for being Male, but I find myself writing my papers to please her. There are no tests in this class, but you have to write 5 papers. I kinda like her, I fear her, and I am annoyed by her. She is really passionate about humanities. Take her if you can handle it.

She is very intelligent and she does sound like a feminist. This is my first B from her class, granted that it was my first time writing in a college level. She is helpful, you can send her a draft of your paper and she will tell you what you did wrong. She replies to emails as well.

If you want to learn take her class. If you are in college to "get by" forget it. I learned more in this class than I ever expected. Gwenyth Mapes is on par with the greatest teachers in the history of man.

Took two of her classes, by far the best and most inspiring teacher I've ever had. I learned how to write a legitimate argumentative paper in her class, and have gotten A's on every essay I've written since (very important as a literature major). Critical thinking skills are what you need to succeed in this class.

The best professor I have ever had. Educated and opinionated and not afraid to show it! Can be intimidating at times, but she means well. She's an amazing person with compassion and humility, and she encourages her students to live their lives with the same qualities. Excellent professor.

I took Mapes for Women and Western Culture and absolutely loved the class. She provided us with great reading material and the assignments were interesting and informative. Class discussions gave everybody a chance to participate, she encouraged each person to share their view. As a Women's Studies major I loved her strength and personality.

Was a pretty decent class. Although Mapes' comments may seem rude, she did open my eyes as a christian and taught me to read between the lines and everyone has an interpretation for the readings we had. Class will be easy if you READ! and she gets mad if no one knows the answers to her question. Essays were straightforward and tests had no m/c :|

This is the beastie we all go to the movies to see. See her in true color, in real life, and take her class if you dare. Look deem into the abyss and reach down and touch the center of the Earth. She is like no other. She is the night. She is the Winter, she is your soul!

There's a lot of reading involved in this class, but as long as you do the reading and bring your books to class everyday and follow along to the lecture, you'll do alright. She makes lectures so interesting and has so much knowledge. Really one of the most interesting history/humanities teacher I've ever had!

She's an amazing teacher!

Excellent teacher who demands. I admire her honesty and respect her frankness. We live in a world of sensitivity by all of the negative comments. Come to class, don't be late, do your work, and put in the effort. Grow up. I expected a 'C' and accomplished a 'B' by putting in the work. I would absolutely take her class again no question.

Shes a pretty easy teacher just make sure you attend class because she doesn't like to repeat what you missed. Also I didn't read all the text book probably only one page and she goes over the material in class so it wasn't a big deal.

The people giving poor reviews are most likely the students who are chronically late to class, don't do the assigned reading, and expect an 'A' for doing the bare minimum. Really easy course if you use sources that aren't Wikipedia and know how to structure an essay properly. The professor is not rude, but she does not tolerate any bull---t.

Excellent intelligent prof who tells you exactly what she expects in her syllabus.She replies quickly to emails,tells you how to write a paper and helps with your thesis/paper if you email it to her.Be PREPARED!She is very blunt and will tell you if you are late/lazy/wrong or can't back your sources.Great discussions in class and makes you learn!

Remarkably intelligent woman. She comes off a bit intense at first but lossens up throughout the semester. I learned soo much in her class. She doesn't like tardiness, and bring your book! Other than that she's always willing to work with you if you need help. I'd recommend taking her class.

I am in love with this woman. She is not a nice AT ALL and she sugar coats nothing. But she is incredibly smart and makes everything interesting if you listen to her and read what she tells you to. Favorite teacher EVER.

Professor Mapes is an incredibly intelligent woman, and most comments are right, she will not sugar coat anything. This class requires a lot of reading and engagement, but she goes over 100% of what's important in class. If you don't have a book, don't show up. She curves tests and allows rewrites! Effort will result in an easy A!

People who are saying not to take professor mapes are dead wrong. She is by far the best teacher i have ever had in my entire life. The fact that she doesn't want you to sleep in her class proves that she cares about what she's teaching. And she helps you be a better student! She will go step by step how to fix papers with you. TAKE HER CLASSES.

Professor Mapes is an incredibly intelligent teacher who makes her lectures interesting and full of life. She takes pride in her class and the subject she teaches. She is very helpful with any and all questions if you ask.

She's a very intelligent, passionate woman. She gives amazing lectures and sheds light on issues that should be discussed. Anybody who talks about her being rude OBVIOUSLY was a slacker. She's otherwise a very kind person. She's not hard at all, just know how to write an essay and do the reading she asks, and you get an A. She makes you love humani

If you want to take an easy elective course to fill in a schedule, move on. Prof Mapes is passionate about the subject matter that she teaches. She is extremely well read and knowledgeable. Her Socratic style of lecturing is amazing. Plan on participating in each class. Don't be late. Always available for help.

She is full of knowledge and explain everything very clear. I had a wonderful time in her class and learn a lots of things. She is lovely.

Amazing class. I highly recommend it. Professor Mapes is by far one of the best professorsteachers I've ever had. She knows her stuff and is very resourceful. You can't leave her class without learning something. She's strict but not unreasonable. Show up to class. Read the books. Be prepared to thoroughly learn and analyze the content.

Can be tough- if you're lazy. Her lectures are never boring; and even if discussion gets a little off topic she always gets it right back. If you need help she's there.

Professor Mapes is by far one of my favorite professors at Grossmont College. She is an inspirational teacher that really cares about the students learning. The reading material is interesting and her analysis is insightful and thought provoking. As long as you come prepared to class, participate in the discussions and do the work, you'll pass.

I took her honors class and it was pretty difficult. She is an extremely tough grader on written work, even if you're not in the honors section. Her lectures are informative and fun. She is very out spoken and will embarrass people if they're late or come into the wrong class. I still managed to receive an A but I had to really work for it.

I absolutely love Professor Mapes! She's lovely and realistic about life. Her lectures are easy to follow along and analyzes the material. In order to pass the class with an A, read all assigned readings, ace those essays and presentations and you'll definitely get an A!

Professor Mapes was the best thing to happen to me this semester. She is so passionate about what she teaches, you cant help but get interested. 1/5 of the grade is attendance and participation so just show up and volunteer. You wont find a better Humanities professor at grossmont. Lots of small quizzes, essay based midterm and final.

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The way she explains the information is so interesting! She know's how to make the Bronze Age like a tv drama! She is forward and straight to the point when explaining concepts, and so far assignments and texts are basic college exams. No surprises and she does appreciate participation!

She is very funny and doesn't grade hard. If you do the reading before class then the class will be easier. gives more quizzes if no one is reading before class. Really help the student would set up personal appointments to help others. not hard at all but must go to all classes to stay on scheduled.

Professor Mapes is passionate about Humanities and it's reflected in her interesting and information-heavy lectures. Everything about her class is just as she expects in an essay: "predictive" and logically organized. She's available to students, thoughtful in her feedback, and allows re-writes. Mapes is everything that I love about academia.

One of the best professors I've had at Grossmont! You can really tell that she is passionate and really cares about what she's teaching. The class is very fast pace from one unit to the next but how Mapes goes into details about the topics you sure are to get lost in the conversations. Be sure to read the assignments before hand!

Definitely recommended!!! Awesome teacher!! she is very dedicated and passionate about what she teaches. I took her class in the summer and to be honest it was very easy. You definitely need your book for the essays and sometimes in class. The essays are pretty straight forward but she willing to help if anybody has questions .

Prof. Mapes is extremely passionate during her lectures. A lot of reading and pop quizzes but her personality and sense of humor make the class enjoyable. Books are mandatory and inexpensive if found online. Learn a lot about Greek Mythology, Ancient Sparta and Athens. Makes you work for your grade, but highly recommend taking this course w/ her!

She's very knowledgable about the topics she's teaching, but the lectures are very long and sometimes boring. There was a lot of reading and pop quizzes, so you have to keep up with the reading. The material was interesting for the most part but I took this for credit so I wouldn't take it for choice.

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Gweynth Mapes provided the best source of pure learning I have had the fortune to experience. A true Socratic of our age. Caring about the truth, and delivering unwavering education to those that truly wish to learn. Though the class is a challenge definitely rewarding if you show up for lecture and put in at least 2 hours on homework a week.

The way she lectures makes everything seem interesting. There is a lot of reading. She is kind of a tough grader when it comes to essays.

The wonderful Gwenyth Mapes. I had the pleasure of taking her Human 110 class in Spring, great lectures. A lot of reading, don't miss classes, pop quizzes are two sentences based on material you're expected to read. Always check your syllabus and you'll pass your class the instructions are there.

Incredibly intelligent and passionate teacher. Makes you actually feel involved with the course. Tough grader but gives good feedback on what needs to be fixed. Tests are relatively difficult, but as long as you stay current with the content and listen to her lectures youll be fine. Highly recommend

Professor Mapes gives great lectures that tie in life experiences. To pass the class you have to follow the syllabus. The answers are there. Read what you have to, and beware of pop quizzes. Professor Mapes is actually a very helpful. You have to *ASK* for help, shes always there to help with any assignments. (Office hours/after class).

Profesor Mapes is truly a great educator. She cares deeply about her students, and I believe she uses tough love to mold them into better students. In other words, she wont coddle you, but if you are actively trying and participating, she supports you. She taught me to be a better student by teaching me be independent. TAKE HER U WONT REGRET IT

I enjoyed her class. Lots of reading - you are expected to read before class. She goes over the reading in class but pops quizzes at the beginning of class on previous reading assignments. Gives a chance to redo outline if needed, so you can improve. Goes over quizzes right away - instant gratification. Be in class, on time, and with materials.

She is a pineapple lol Sweet on the inside and hard on the outside. Don't be late. Participation is everything. Do your reading.

Professor Mapes is an overall good professor. There is a lot of reading done in this class and all quizzes are surprises. The tests were pretty easy. There was also an outline we had to write and she allowed us to rewrite it if we did not do well on it.

Professor Mapes's class was a strange one. She's an intense teacher. She can get real pretty quickly but she's very passionate about her work. Reading the texts are super important and she'll call you out if you don't have them but the information learned from them is very interesting. The class isn't test heavy and she's not a hard grader.

Professor Mapes just wants you to do your work and show improvements as you progress along the semester. She's pretty straightforward and a cool grader. Very respected !

Honestly, this was somewhat of a hard class IN THE BEGINNING but overtime if you listen to the instructions you will be fine but this class is definitely not for lazy people. Definitely recommend taking it during Intersession.