4.1

Heather Hutcheson

English - Cosumnes River College

4.1
Quality
2.8
Difficulty
67%
Would Retake
130
Reviews
4.1
Quality
2.8
Difficulty
4.1
Helpful
4.0
Clarity

67%

Would Retake

130

Reviews

Rating Distribution
Official

5

80

4

18

3

14

2

6

1

12

What Students Say

Really great professor

CW400 - 5.0 rating

This was the worst online class I have ever taken in my life

15824 - 3.0 rating
Class Info

Online Classes

100%

Attendance Mandatory

59%

Textbook Required

20%

Grade Predictor

Your expected effort level

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Predicted Grade

A-

95% confidence
Based on 45 grades
Most common grades:
A (21)
A+ (11)
Not sure yet (9)
Grade Distribution
A(32)B(9)C(0)D(2)F(0)A-/B+(4)
Based on 57 reported grades
A: 21
A+: 11
Not sure yet: 9
B: 7
Common Tags
Gives good feedback (38)
EXTRA CREDIT (17)
Lots of homework (14)
Clear grading criteria (13)
So many papers (13)
Tough grader (13)
Inspirational (12)
Respected (8)
Rating Trend

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Ratings by Course

ENGLISH1C

5.0

(1)

ENG

5.0

(1)

ENGLISH300

5.0

(1)

ENGWR101

5.0

(1)

ENGWR06

5.0

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Difficulty by Course

15824

5.0

ENGLISH1C

4.0

ENGW400

4.0

ENG301

3.6

ENGWR301

3.3

Reviews (130)
5.0
4.0
ENGLISH1C
Mar 9, 2003

Very very difficult but not impossible. Is very critical on essays. Even one little mark will bring you down one letter grade with no explaination.

5.0
1.0
ENG302
May 23, 2004

Very nice, helpful, and easy.

5.0
3.0
ENG
Jun 30, 2004

No Comments

5.0
2.0
ENG302
Jul 1, 2004

She's not difficult! Her class is actually easy if you do your work, and there's not much. She's not a hard grader. Essays(4), the main thing she looks for is that you understand the concept and style of the paper your writing. Fun class, and she's nice.

5.0
1.0
ENG302
Jul 17, 2004

SHE'S SO NICE! It is hard to find a nicer teacher Ms. Hutcheson! Highly Recommended. Just do the work!

3.0
3.0
302
Dec 2, 2004

No Comments

5.0
2.0
ENG302
Dec 4, 2004

Heather is one of the nicest teachers I've ever met. She is someone you'd want as a friend outside the classroom. She never got mad in class, and gets along with all the students. She just always has a cheerful disposition and her classes go by quickly. Just do the assignments, and you'll be fine.

3.0
3.0
ENGWR300
Dec 11, 2004

It's difficult to learn anything from that class when the professor seem to be clueless on the subject and just talk about nonsense the whole class time. Very boring. Most of the help come from classmate when we do peer response group.

2.0
3.0
ENGLISH
May 10, 2005

Dear god... this woman uses "like" and "um" sixty times a class period. Maybe more. She had us read out loud. You are way better off just taking you English class online. You waste a lot less time.

3.0
3.0
ENGLISH302
May 19, 2005

This teacher is nice, but many stuff to do. She grades hard on papers too. However, she accept late works, if you do all of your works, you should be able to get a B or an A.

5.0
2.0
ENGLISH
Aug 19, 2005

Was the best teacher I have ever had at c.R.C. I have taken her more than once for differnt classes. She is my mentor out side of class. If you do the work or ask for help you should not get less than an A.

5.0
3.0
ENGLISH300
Sep 12, 2005

No Comments

5.0
2.0
ENGWR302
Dec 17, 2005

Great teacher! very cheerful. Even tho she did grade kind of hard on the essays, but it may be me since I have bad grammar. She is one of the nicest teacher in CRC. take her if you can. Very easy teacher.

5.0
4.0
ENG302
Dec 20, 2005

Great teacher. If you take her you are guaranteed to learn a lot. She is willing to help those who stick with the difficulties of the class and as long as you try, you are rewarded fairly by the grade. She really tries to reach her students and help them understand the material better. I give her 2 thumbs way up.

3.0
3.0
ENGWR302
Jan 17, 2006

Emphasizes a lot about academic honesty. And watch out, she really does check. Very nice and helful teacher.

3.0
2.0
ENG302
Mar 3, 2006

Classes are boring and she assigns too much. She overwhelms her students with unecessary work. What is the point of library modules? Also she doesn't answer emails in a reasonable amount of time.

4.0
2.0
ENGLISG300
Mar 4, 2006

very nice teacher...take her...

5.0
1.0
ENGWR51
Aug 21, 2006

Heather is an awesome Professor. I learned alot of useful information while taking her class this summer. She is fair at grading, as long a you do your assignments, and strive for improvment.

5.0
1.0
ENGWR101
Oct 21, 2006

Heather is great. I have her now and plan to take her for ENGWR 300 as well. Just make sure you come to class and pay attention. She loves cats.

1.0
5.0
ENG300
Nov 29, 2006

No Comments

5.0
1.0
ENGWR302
Apr 8, 2007

SHE'S THE BEST AROUND. nothing is going to her keep down. SHE'S THE BEST AROUND. anyways, eventhough englsih is one of my weak point. She made english easy. just do her work and you'll will get at least an A.

4.0
1.0
ENGWR302
Apr 19, 2007

She is very nice and the essays and assignments are pretty easy. Although sometimes she can be confusing. You have to ask a lot of questions to understand anything she assigns or says. Overall she is very nice and she gives out a lot of extra credit opportunities. She also takes attendance everyday.

5.0
1.0
ENGWR300
May 10, 2007

Heather was a great professor to have! She's very kinda and helpful...and as an added bonus, she brings in cookies sometimes..!! ^_^ The essay assignments were rather fun, and in contrast to some other professors, the time you spend on each others essays actually helps!

5.0
2.0
ENG300
May 21, 2007

2nd time taking her. shes not too hard not too easy. id recommend her because she's understanding and easy to talk to. she puts us in groups that we work with all semester. we do essays(like 1 or 2 big ones), some quizzes, online journals, and 2 oral presentations. theyre easy though

5.0
4.0
ENGWR302
Aug 4, 2007

Heather it an amzing teacher. I learned so much from her class and she is extremely easy to talk to and understand. Class was always interesting and she takes the time to hear from everyone. Stay on top of the work and you will do fine.

5.0
1.0
ENGWR06
Sep 5, 2007

extremely helpful

5.0
3.0
ENG300
Oct 1, 2007

Heather is the reason I passed English w/ an A. Long story short I planned on missing the last classes and final because of home issues. After missing one class Heather emailed and was very motivating. She didn't even dock me for having missed watching others present their finals. Former classmate took another class w/ her for fun, wasn't required.

5.0
2.0
ENGWR302
Oct 26, 2007

she is the best!

5.0
1.0
ENGWR51
Nov 20, 2007

She's the coolest english teacher ever! Her class is pretty easy, we did alot of essays but she guided us throught them so it wasn't hard at all. She let us choose the movie for our movie review essay, that was awesome! She lets you turn stuff in late with a valid excuse. Would definitely recommend taking her.

5.0
1.0
ENG300
Nov 22, 2007

HEATHER ROCKS!!! The whole class loves Heather. Relates to the students well. Great teacher. Total sweet heart. I wish she taught other subjects like history or sociology, I would take her any day! LOVE YOU HEATHER!

4.0
2.0
ENGW300
Dec 10, 2007

easy class, few textbook readings and 1 book. suggest you keep up on that. class was really boring. the days we didnt have a test or to turn something in we didnt do much, nothing important anyways. she has too many essys, 7 total i think. and peer edit everyone of them, complete waste of time. no one showed up, and no one reads the comments

5.0
2.0
ENG300
Apr 10, 2008

SHE IS THE BEST!!!

3.0
4.0
ENGW400
May 14, 2008

she dose not tell what and when things are due clearly. it is sorta like a guessing game in their for what is due and not due.

4.0
4.0
ENGWR302
May 20, 2008

Ms.Hutcheson is so nice and funny. She cracks jokes and trys to have a good time but gives quite a handful of work. Its mostly busy work. You write 5 essays throughout the semester and on top of that u have to write these journals every week (but everyone usually does it the night before) and little assignments. Shes cool if your up 4 a fun challen

5.0
2.0
ENG59
Nov 19, 2008

very good teacher

5.0
2.0
ENG300
Dec 2, 2008

best for Eng 300. Helpul. 5 essays and one Career research project. 15 Journals total. One due every week.one text book for journals other two for essay assignments. bunch of extra credit. Take Her!!

5.0
2.0
ENGWR300
Dec 9, 2008

Heather is great. The assingments are simple, but do require you to have brain. The journals seem daunting, but once you get into them they are actually quite easy. She is always willing to help; even if you cant make the office hours you can still talk to her via e-mail for all the help you need. Overall, she is a great choice for the class!

5.0
1.0
ENGWR300
Dec 10, 2008

Excellent teacher. By far my fav English teacher ever. Very kind and humorous. 5-6 essays throughout the semester, fairly easy grader. Journals are once a week, 150 words each ~15mins per week. Pretty light if you ask me. Show and Tell project once. Overall very easy and enjoyable class with Heather, thats why I'm taking ENG302 with her spring09 :)

3.0
3.0
ENGWR51
Dec 12, 2008

this teacher is okay but she grades hard on the essays so work hard on them or ull get a see me on ur paper but overall i didnt like her she got on my nerves

5.0
2.0
ENGWR300
Jan 21, 2009

Love her so much!!! She keeps english interesting and fun with unique assignments. If u enjoy writing and go to the class you can get an easy A or B. She's really helpful and always responds to emails!

2.0
3.0
ENGWR302
Dec 25, 2009

Took her online class. It was a lot of work. I did not learn anything in this class. I would not take her again.

5.0
1.0
ENGWR300
Apr 12, 2010

Great teacher! I'm taking her for English 300 online right now. I was so nervous to take an online english class, but i would advice it for anyone if you are planning to take this teacher. She gives plenty of help and she grades fairly. You do need to do the reading but nothing is impossible to get done in her class. Great techer!

5.0
4.0
ENGWR300
Apr 23, 2010

Heather is a great teacher! fun to take. essays are easy just do them and you will pass. one thing about heather is that she favors. so if you want a good good grade be a teachers pet. but good teacher overall.

5.0
1.0
ENGWR300
Apr 27, 2010

Totally awesome teacher. Call her by her first name or you will be called student or something like that. She really loves her class and the way she teaches makes me wanna come back for more.

5.0
3.0
ENGWR300
May 4, 2010

Heather is an amazing professor! I took her Engwr300 class online and it was great. There are essays to write, but she is great at giving you feedback and letting you know what she expects from you. Whenever I emailed her with a question, she always responded within an hour or so. I plan on taking her again for Engwr302.

5.0
3.0
ENGWR300
Jun 5, 2010

She's a great teacher, very helpful. She was quick to get back to me with anyone questions I had.There's a lot of work but she was there with me every step of the way. I would definitely suggest to anyone to take her class.

5.0
1.0
ENGCW400
Jun 14, 2010

Heather is sweet, cool, and informative. She gives great indepth feedback on every piece you write and encourages you when u need it. She gets you to write write and write. I thoroughly enjoyed her creative writing course and recommend it for anyone.

5.0
4.0
ENGWR300
Nov 7, 2010

Heather is a great teacher. A "cheerleader for English", somehow she truly loves the subject, and when someone is passionate about something they can actually teach the material and answer all questions! The assigned reading were usually easy and interesting stories, and class discussions really helped develop writing skills. Take her!!!!

5.0
2.0
ENGW300
Dec 13, 2010

She is a very nice person. She is helpful and the work isn't hard.

5.0
1.0
ENGWR300
Apr 8, 2011

FABULOUS TEACHER!! This teacher is extrememly helpful. During the first two weeks she even made us cupcakes (sweet). She is truly dedicated to working with you, has a lot of office hours available and the material is very do-able. I am taking her 3 hour friday class now and am doing well so far TAKE HER IF YOU CAN- the nicest person you will meet

5.0
3.0
ENG301
Jun 6, 2011

English was by far one of my most dreaded subjects. Now I have more confidence in my writing and I'm continuing on with 302. She an awesome teacher!!

5.0
3.0
ENGWR302
Dec 18, 2011

I took the on-line class and was very pleased with Heather's responsiveness to questions and her extreme helpfulness. I have taken several on-line classes and most are very unorganized, but Heather is not. She has it together. There is a lot of work, but it's worth it. I didn't expect to learn as much as I did.

5.0
2.0
ENGWR300
Dec 20, 2011

Choose her if you want to improve your writing skills. She is the first professor that helped me with my writing. Attendence was required, but class activities were easy.

4.0
4.0
ENG300
Dec 22, 2011

Before I tell you about the tough assignments let me say, Heather is not a teacher that will leave you hanging or surprise you with anything other than an awesome personality and an upbeat learning environment, yes in english, who knew. Weekly journals (easy), reading quizzes (just read your novel as assigned), essays (tough!). Best advise, make sure you pay your internet bill, everything's turned in online.

5.0
3.0
ENGWR300
May 2, 2012

Great teacher! I'd recommend her 100%! I'm not confident in my writing ability and Heather was/is completely willing to help with essays that are due. Her assignments aren't easy, but she makes them clear and doesn't leave you stranded if you need help.

5.0
1.0
ENGLI302
Jul 7, 2012

Awesome professor! Very helpful, focuses on the process of learning to write and understanding how to write. Willing to help at any time. The only way you fail her class is from lack of trying. If you do the reading and essay assighnments there is no way to do bad in this class. Heather will guide you thru every step. A close mouth will stay hungry

5.0
3.0
ENGWR302
Apr 19, 2013

She's good. It was difficult to get the hang of the class in the beginning because she used such different writing techniques, but what's important is that she cares for her students. Not all her methods are on point, but she's a sweetheart. Great attitude and a great helper.

4.0
3.0
ENGLISH302
Dec 21, 2013

you wright all the time and she doesn't like to flunk student's

5.0
2.0
CW400
Feb 15, 2014

Really great professor.. very open minded and writes great. I love her class, and wish there were more professors like her!

5.0
2.0
ENG301
Sep 7, 2014

Best class and teacher hands down. Wish I could have her for all writing classes throughout college.

4.0
3.0
ENGWR302
Grade: Not sure yet
Oct 8, 2014

Professor Hutcheson is very helpful. Available for office hours. I loved her online class. You basically write your opinion on a political cartoon every week, you give your opinion on editorials of your choice each week, her essays help you improve your ability to persuade. Cool teacher. Very community service oriented. That's awesome!

5.0
2.0
W302
Grade: B+
Jan 11, 2015

she is one of the best professors at CRC. I was so afraid of writing, but with her help, I passed with an B+. She will be there for you if you truly want to learn.

5.0
1.0
ENGWR302
Grade: A
Jan 24, 2015

She is a teacher.

3.0
5.0
15824
Grade: Drop/Withdrawal
Mar 24, 2015

This was the worst online class I have ever taken in my life. I didn't do well with the essay assign. and had to rewrite one 3 times and still received a 3.3%. That is discouraging. In all other EngWR classes I earned an A. This class was the worst English Class I have experienced in my college career. STAY AWAY!!!!

5.0
4.0
ENGWR302
May 13, 2015

Such an amazing professor. Super easy to talk to and extremely approachable. In total there were 6 papers including an in-class final and midterm. She essential gives you everything you need to succeeded. Gives a ton of extra credit, & she has flexible office hours to help you on anything! Somethings gives pop quizzes so beware. HIGHLY RECOMMEND!

5.0
2.0
ENG302
Grade: A+
Apr 27, 2016

She is an amazing English professor, by far my favorite. She does collect rough drafts but in the end they only help you with your final draft. 6 essays, including midterm and final. She's really clear with what she wants in the papers and the journals help overall writing skills

5.0
4.0
ENG302
May 17, 2016

Best professor i ever had. 6 papers and journals weekly. I hate writing and not a good writer Do your work . Go to office hours and you will pass! Great class

5.0
2.0
ENGWR302
Grade: A
Aug 22, 2016
Would take again

She's a great english teacher to have and is funny. There's about 6 papers and weekly journals that you have to do. If you do well on the journals then you don't have to take the final at the end. She's really there for her students and wants everyone to do well. I would most definitely take her again.

Gives good feedback
Clear grading criteria
EXTRA CREDIT
2.0
4.0
CW400
Oct 23, 2016
Wouldn't take again

Confusing and frustrating! The nearly two hour orientation we were required to attend before the class started left me even more befuddled as to what the deadlines and expectations for the course were. What a waste of time that was! She gives vague directions at best. I do not get why she is so highly rated. It's sad, because I love writing.

5.0
3.0
ENGLISH302
Dec 7, 2016
Would take again

Heather is amazing, the best English Professor I've ever had. If you get the chance to take her class please do, you won't be disappointed. She gives great feedback, and like any other English class there are several essay's, but overall such an amazing class and Heather made it so much better. Not to mention she's hilarious and fun!

Gives good feedback
Clear grading criteria
Caring
5.0
4.0
ENG302
Dec 7, 2016
Would take again

At the beginning of the class, I was pretty confused because she seemed scattered and unorganized, but throughout the class it became more clear and easier. She gives great feedback and is open to answer questions!

Gives good feedback
Participation matters
Clear grading criteria
5.0
4.0
ENGWR302
Dec 10, 2016
Would take again

I think she is the BEST English Professor at CRC. She gives students good feedback for their papers and makes sure everyone is on right track. If you feel stuck on your papers, try to come to the office hours. If I were you, I would take her for all English classes.

Gives good feedback
Inspirational
Hilarious
5.0
3.0
ENGWR302
Grade: A+
Dec 14, 2016
Would take again

Heather is definitely a fantastic choice for 302. Lectures are lackluster, but she makes it up for it by giving outstanding feedback. Her "there are no strangers, only people we have not yet met" ideology is going to be sticking with me for a long time!

Gives good feedback
ACCESSIBLE OUTSIDE CLASS
EXTRA CREDIT
5.0
3.0
ENG302
Grade: A
Dec 14, 2016
Would take again

Audience: The future students of ENGWR 302 Hello there, Prof. Hutcheson is now my favorite English writing professor. She had helped improve my critical thinking skill like I can never imagine. If you need guidance in writing, take her class because she helps students step by step. Very cool teacher! Lots of Extra credit opportunities!

Inspirational
Clear grading criteria
EXTRA CREDIT
4.0
1.0
ENG302
Dec 20, 2016
Would take again

This class is mostly hybrid, but the professor is really helpful if you go to her office hours she will read your essay and make it a stronger essay. She truly wants every student to pass but she can only do so much only downside to this class is that her lectures are pretty boring at times. She offers extra credit throughout the semester.

Inspirational
Caring
EXTRA CREDIT
5.0
2.0
ENGCW400
Grade: A+
Jan 15, 2017
Would take again

We wrote 3-4 times a week(blog, short narrative & poem). For an easy A, I would recommend this class for people that love writing. There's group activities and she addressed any concerns/problems, making changes accordingly. I loved the option for our final (recording of our writing) but I don't know if she'll offer it in the future.

Gives good feedback
Respected
Participation matters
5.0
2.0
ENGCW400
Grade: A
Sep 17, 2017
Would take again

Best teacher I've ever had, seriously.

Gives good feedback
Respected
Inspirational
3.0
4.0
ENG302
Grade: B
Nov 2, 2017
Wouldn't take again

Good professor, but definitely likes things done her way for sure. You have the same 2-3 assignments each week which makes it easy to know what you have to get done. The essays are complicated and you most likely will have to meet with her after class and re-write them multiple times to her liking to get a decent grade.

Tough Grader
Skip class? You won't pass.
LOTS OF HOMEWORK
4.0
2.0
CW400
Grade: A+
Dec 10, 2017
Would take again

She gives fantastic feedback! Thus far, this has been one of my favorite classes. She is very caring/understanding. 10/10 would take her again!

Gives good feedback
Clear grading criteria
EXTRA CREDIT
5.0
4.0
ENG302
Grade: A
Dec 11, 2017
Would take again

Hybrid class. 5 Essays (one timed essay) Political Cartoons & Journals due wkly. EXTRA CREDIT opportunities. Professor cares genuinely about her students success, if you don't understand go to her office hours! Gives the opportunity to rewrite essays for full credit. Due Vocab it may seem like a lot of work but its worth it! Final Multiple Choice

ACCESSIBLE OUTSIDE CLASS
Hilarious
EXTRA CREDIT
4.0
4.0
ENGWR302
Dec 20, 2017
Wouldn't take again

She's definitely a professor that cares about her students & their success. The essays were pretty tricky because she wants it done her way so if you mess up somehow, she will give you a 5/150 but allow you a rewrite. Offers extra credit opportunities which saved my grade at the end! Office hours were really helpful since the class was hybrid

Gives good feedback
BEWARE OF POP QUIZZES
EXTRA CREDIT
3.0
5.0
ENGWR302
Apr 28, 2018
Wouldn't take again

She really wants things to be done her way. This class is really political and you have to rewrite a lot.

Tough Grader
LOTS OF HOMEWORK
ACCESSIBLE OUTSIDE CLASS
4.0
4.0
ENG302
Grade: B
May 15, 2018
Would take again

She is a nice lady but things do have to be done her way she is very specific on the grading. Overall it isn't hard work it is just a lot, no presentation or hard tests so if writing isn't a problem for you I would say to take her.

Tough Grader
Gives good feedback
LOTS OF HOMEWORK
2.0
3.0
ENG300
Grade: B-
Oct 22, 2018
Wouldn't take again

There will be a lot of reading, quiz every week, 250 word journal every week. she moves onto the next subject really fast. talks about her cats and friends at Home Depot. She expects you to know when things need to be read.

Get ready to read
SO MANY PAPERS
EXTRA CREDIT
5.0
2.0
CW400
Grade: A+
Nov 3, 2018
Would take again

I took Professor Hutcheson during the spring 2018 semester and I enjoyed her class so, so much! She gives amazing feedback on your creative writing assignments; which was what I looked forward to the most after each submission! Her grading is very open as long as you follow the instructions given out. I highly recommend her, especially for CW400.

Gives good feedback
Inspirational
Clear grading criteria
4.0
2.0
ENGCW400
Grade: A+
Dec 20, 2018
Would take again

I took Professor Hutcheson's ENGCW400 class online in Fall 2018. This was not only my first online class, but one of my first classes in college in general. I was skeptical of this class at first, but I am very glad to have been proven wrong as the semester continued. She gives solid advice for improvement. Just do your assignments on time. :)

Gives good feedback
Caring
EXTRA CREDIT
5.0
2.0
ENG300
Grade: A
Jan 10, 2019
Would take again

one of the best professor at CRC for writing. The only thing is that the assignment has to be done her way. I Checked my work with other professor, but it would decrease instead of increase. I recommend her but you have to work with her at her office hour which helps you to get an essay A.

Gives good feedback
Respected
SO MANY PAPERS
5.0
3.0
ENG302
Grade: B
Feb 8, 2019
Would take again

Very nice Professor! Always ready to help her students.

Gives good feedback
Respected
Caring
5.0
2.0
ENGCW400
Grade: A
May 20, 2019
Would take again

Hutcheson's online class was super easy and fun! I highly recommend her if you're in need of a GE requirement. The class consists of 1 Narrative, 1 Poem, and 1 blog post every week. In addition peer responses to works. She's an easy grader and responds to emails very fast!

Gives good feedback
Inspirational
Clear grading criteria
3.0
4.0
ENG302
Grade: B
Aug 17, 2019
Wouldn't take again

She's a harsh grader, it just seems you'll have a flaw in your writing no matter what. Class wasn't very exciting. Writing assignments usually had options, but they were usually were not interesting or easy to write about. However if you just do what you're supposed to do it's impossible not to get a B, you just have to work very hard for an A.

Gives good feedback
So many papers
Tough grader
5.0
3.0
ENGW300
Grade: B+
Dec 13, 2019
Would take again

She was great. I took her online class and she was wonderful at replying back. She gives reminders to turn in work. Yes, it's an English writing class so there are a lot of writing and journals. But you only write 10 out of 15 journals. She allow rewrites and chances so go ahead and take the time to rewrite for a better grade. very nice prof.

Gives good feedback
Lots of homework
EXTRA CREDIT
4.0
2.0
ENGCW400
Grade: A
Jan 20, 2020
Would take again

You write journals every week and peer grade at least 2 other people. Quizzes are easy and straight forward. Your journals consist of a prompt and your own writing. Overall, a very easy A. Just put in some effort every night and you'll do fine. She was extremely flexible even when I was late with some assignments. Don't push your luck though lol

Get ready to read
Accessible outside class
Gives good feedback
5.0
2.0
ENGWR300
Grade: A
Jan 21, 2020
Would take again

Prof Hutcheson made writing fun for me again. We had 5 essays and 10 journal assignments along with a pretty easy final based on vocab we were given the first day. Lots of opportunities to redo assignments and get extra credit. Loved her!

Gives good feedback
Caring
EXTRA CREDIT
5.0
3.0
ENGWR300
Grade: A
Mar 19, 2020
Would take again

Professor Hutcheson was kind and thorough. She wants you to succeed and is approachable. I highly recommend her class.

Inspirational
Caring
EXTRA CREDIT
1.0
5.0
ENGWR302
Grade: Not sure yet
Mar 20, 2020
Wouldn't take again

Took the 8 week course instead of full semester. She is very particular about how she wants things, but that doesn't match up with her own examples she provides. Comments on almost every assignment you submit, mostly condescending things. Avoid her class.

Gives good feedback
Tough grader
2.0
5.0
ENGWR302
Grade: Not sure yet
Apr 22, 2020
Wouldn't take again

Assigns too much work and makes everything difficult and done precisely how she wants it. Quizzes are sometimes tough, only 15 minutes and can only answer one question at a time. Weekly journals and political cartoons are time consuming and take away time from perfecting your essay.

5.0
4.0
ENGWR302
Grade: Not sure yet
May 4, 2020
Would take again

Expect to write, that is what this class is about. Professor Hutcheson is a great teacher, and I improved as a writer by taking the class. No classic literature assignments thank god! This is the class you want to take to prepare you for the next leg of your college journey. Select this course and forget the negative reviews here.

5.0
3.0
ENGCW400
Grade: A
May 11, 2020
Would take again

Heather Hutcheson's class was a pleasure to take. She is one of the few professor's that I have had that does not have an agenda to beat students over the head with a monstrous workload just because we are online learners. She clearly only has one agenda; to share her love of language and writing and to make her students better writers. Great class

Gives good feedback
Inspirational
Clear grading criteria
5.0
3.0
ENGWR302
Grade: A
Jun 6, 2020
Would take again

This class has a lot of writing, but it's composition, so... The Professor is very responsive to questions, and is helpful. I took this online during the start of the COVID-19-related remote learning, and she was very accommodating. Reach out if you're behind or need help, and she'll respond. Just do the reading and the work, and ask for feedback.

Gives good feedback
Lots of homework
Accessible outside class
5.0
4.0
CW400
Jul 21, 2020
Would take again

Ms. Hutcheson is an amazing teacher! She expects a lot but also understands that sometimes life happens and with that, is willing to work with you to get you back on track. She is a great listener, and genuinely cares about her students.

Gives good feedback
Lots of homework
Participation matters
4.0
4.0
ENGWR300
Grade: Incomplete
Dec 3, 2020
Would take again

Absolutely love her!! She's such a great and respectable professor. It's kind of a lot of work but, if you put in the work, you will pass. I became a better writer with this class because of her.

Gives good feedback
Respected
Lots of homework
5.0
2.0
ENGWR300
Grade: A
Dec 12, 2020
Would take again

The whole course is asynchronous, so work at your pace. Hutcheson and her TAs give great feedback that actually detail your strengths and weaknesses in writing. You can tell they want you to succeed in her class. Essays/Journals are geared towards personal growth. If you just answer the prompts and write semi-properly, this will be an easy A.

Gives good feedback
Accessible outside class
Inspirational
5.0
3.0
ENG300
Grade: A
Dec 18, 2020
Would take again

Ms. Hutcheson was a great teacher. She gives lots of assignments, so be prepared to write. If you do the work according to the directions, and listen to feedback, you'll pass. She wants her students to succeed. There's also no meetings, so you have more freedom to work at your own pace.

Gives good feedback
EXTRA CREDIT
So many papers
5.0
2.0
ENGWR300
Grade: A
May 12, 2021
Would take again

Professor Hutcheson was incredible, I really wish all of my teachers were like her. She graded according to the level of the class, instead of the level that she is at. She presented fun activities every week in the form of journals. I have never had that much fun learning anything in my entire life. I am just sad I can only take her class once.

Gives good feedback
Inspirational
Clear grading criteria
5.0
1.0
ENGCW400
Grade: A+
Jul 31, 2021
Would take again

I took Professor Hutcheson's class during Summer 2021. I was a bit nervous to start off with since I suck at English, but she made it such a fun class during Summer 2021. She gives great feedback and is respectful. It wasn't overwhelming and easy to do when you manage your time well. I would recommend 10/10.

Gives good feedback
Respected
Participation matters
3.0
4.0
ENG300
Grade: Not sure yet
Nov 5, 2021
Wouldn't take again

Be prepared to write...A LOT. You will write 5 essays in ENG300 with no breaks in between. You will finish one paper and then instantly start prep for the next one that same week. If you don't like to write or it isn't a strong suit of yours, pick another class!!

Gives good feedback
Lots of homework
So many papers
4.0
3.0
ENGWR300
Grade: B
Dec 8, 2021
Would take again

I enjoyed this English writing class. There are journals, essays, mini quizzes, also giving feedback to classmates about their drafts. Professor Hutcheson always gives great feed back. She puts out announcements weekly that include extra information about upcoming assignments. Most of the essays and journal prompts are about you as an individual.

Gives good feedback
Clear grading criteria
EXTRA CREDIT
5.0
3.0
ENGWR300
Dec 8, 2021
Would take again

This english course was the best ive ever taken. She was very understanding and gave amazing feedback on assignments. Throughout the entire course, there were only five essays and weekly journals. I highly recommend taking Hutcheson!!

EXTRA CREDIT
Clear grading criteria
Gives good feedback
3.0
3.0
ENGWR300
Grade: A
Jan 3, 2022
Would take again

You will get out of this class what you put into it. Prof. Hutcheson has very clear criteria for every assignment. There are some quizzes, many journals, and of course essays (I think 4 total). She also allows resubmissions - within reason - to ensure you meet the requirements,

Gives good feedback
Clear grading criteria
So many papers
5.0
3.0
ENGWR302
Feb 16, 2022
Would take again

Easy class if you do all the work. Its an English class so expect essays and weekly assignments. Would recommend her! 10/10

Gives good feedback
Clear grading criteria
So many papers
5.0
2.0
ENGCW400
Grade: A+
Mar 15, 2022
Would take again

Professor Hutcheson gives great feedback and fair critiques on your writing, and you'll do well as long as you show that you are putting your best effort. The workload is doable for 8 weeks: a narrative and poem each week, and you get to peer review other student's writing. But don't take it for granted, this class goes by fast! I already miss it.

Gives good feedback
Inspirational
Respected
5.0
3.0
ENGCW400
Grade: A+
Mar 17, 2022
Would take again

She gives excellent feedback and is very understanding! She does assign a lot of work, though, so be prepared for that. Nonetheless, I would love to have her again. :)

Gives good feedback
Lots of homework
So many papers
5.0
2.0
ENGWR301
Grade: Not sure yet
Dec 6, 2022
Would take again

Professor Hutcheson is honestly amazing. I took her class, EngWr 301, and was scared it was going to be difficult, I was wrong. Of course involves work and effort to be put in just like any other course. At the end of the semester extra credit is offered which can drastically raise your grade. I truly enjoyed this course. I recommend taking her.

4.0
2.0
ENGWR301
Grade: A
Dec 15, 2022
Would take again

Professor Hutcheson is a professor who will help you improve your writing skills. She always provides plenty of constructive feedback on assignments and follows clear grading criteria. There are plenty of writing assignments, but as long as you manage your time, you will be fine. Keep up the good work and effort and you will succeed in the class.

Gives good feedback
Lots of homework
Respected
5.0
2.0
ENGWR301
Grade: A+
Dec 31, 2022
Would take again

I would 100% recommend this professor. She is beyond amazing. She wants the best for her students and is always there to help with anything. If you have the chance to take her, take that chance. I honestly enjoyed a English class which should say a lot. Would take this professor again, no doubt.

4.0
2.0
ENGCW400
Grade: B
Apr 3, 2023
Would take again

Nice professor, and gives really good feedback. There were 3 assignments due every week, a poem, a narrative, and peer feedback.

Get ready to read
EXTRA CREDIT
Gives good feedback
5.0
1.0
ENG301
Grade: A+
May 17, 2023
Would take again

Love her! I have felt so supported and cared for during my time as her student for both ENG300 and 301. Most caring professor I have had so far.

Get ready to read
Inspirational
Caring
1.0
5.0
ENG301
Grade: Not sure yet
Jan 25, 2024

I joined her course due to her good reviews but all i have received are negative remarks from her. i did expect to have more support from her but i guess she doesnt do that anymore. I am a great english student but it almost feels like there isnt enough done to please her.

Tough grader
1.0
3.0
ENGWR301
Grade: B+
Feb 7, 2024

The worst professor I've ever taken, don't be fooled by the positive reviews. She will comment on every assignment no matter what you write, she is super specific about everything and there is no room for freedom. I was getting criticism for contractions, this professor is just a pain. She makes assignments due very early in the week. Avoid her!!!!

Tough grader
Lots of homework
1.0
4.0
ENGWR302
Grade: B-
Feb 9, 2024

I thoroughly despised this teacher and her method of teaching, she is super specific to the point there is no freedom in your writing. Don't take the eight-week class unless you want to deal with an essay each week. I was criticized for writing contractions! Be prepared to resubmit 90% of your assignments. This class will not make you write better.

Tough grader
Get ready to read
So many papers
1.0
4.0
ENGWR301
Grade: A
Feb 20, 2024

She is a tough grader and is extremely nit picky when it comes to formatting. Instead of giving you a 9/10 or any other grade for a small formatting issue, she will just mark your entire paper as incomplete. The feedback received feels more and more discouraging until you eventually dread every single upcoming paper.

Tough grader
Group projects
Lots of homework
2.0
3.0
ENGWR301
Grade: A
Mar 15, 2024

She is super difficult to please, if you can avoid taking her honestly, I would. She is VERY picky about formatting (I guess you have to be as an English teacher). Even if I wrote or rewrote the paper to her expectations, there was always some other issue with it. I think she may be a nice person outside of class, but as a teacher she is tough.

Tough grader
So many papers
3.0
4.0
ENGWR300
Grade: B
May 31, 2024

This teacher is really good about making sure that you pass English, but she is extremely annoying and nitpicky on her grading when I took this course we had a TA in our class named Amber she is just as annoying as the teacher and a snitch This class is doable, but I recommend choosing a different professor

Tough grader
So many papers
1.0
4.0
ENG301
Grade: A-
Dec 5, 2024

She is a tough grader and her comments on each assignment vary. She can be nice or rude in her comments. This class is super fast paced with discussion boards and essays due in the middle of the week. I would not recommend this class if you have a life outside of school. The group assignments are only easy if your group members are responsive.

Tough grader
Lots of homework
So many papers
4.0
2.0
ENG302
Grade: A
Dec 16, 2024
Would take again

Prof. Hutcheson is a great person. We would have discussions every 2 weeks, weekly journals of 250 words, and projects similar to essays. They're much more engaging than your regular English class. Be aware that she will leave feedback for improvement on almost all of your work & that she strongly encourages volunteer work. I recommend taking her!

EXTRA CREDIT
Group projects
Gives good feedback
1.0
2.0
ENGCW400
Grade: Drop/Withdrawal
Feb 7, 2025

She does not use words right. She is confusing. Will never take

1.0
5.0
ENGWR301
Grade: Not sure yet
Feb 18, 2025

This professor is insufferable. She is super hard to please. Nags about everything and even makes you feel like your personal experiences and connections are "wrong". She is the type to think that her class is the only class you are taking and that you have no life. Wildly insensitive and inconsiderate. If you love yourself, avoid her at all cost!

Tough grader
Lots of homework
So many papers
1.0
5.0
ENG301
Feb 25, 2025

horrible would not wish her upon my worst enemies she needs to quit being a a professor and go find something she enjoys.

Tough grader
Lots of homework
So many papers
1.0
5.0
ENGWR301
Grade: A
Mar 27, 2025

What a horrible experience. I would not suggest this professor to anyone who genuinely enjoys English. She takes the joy out of learning. She is condescending and literally finds ways to take off points. She acts like she cares but she doesn't. Massive amount of homework and papers. Highly inconsiderate and hard to please. Do not be fooled by her.

Tough grader
Lots of homework
So many papers
1.0
5.0
ENG301
Grade: Not sure yet
Nov 17, 2025

I took this class due to good reviews and knowing it was 8 weeks long.. She is an extremely tough grader that will find anything to dock points from your writing. No matter what you do grades will range from a 95-80. Tons of assignments (around 6 per week including an essay normally). I do not recommend even though she is a nice person.

Tough grader
Group projects
Lots of homework
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