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Great class...lots of fun! positive attitude!!
she is a great all around teacher. Quizes are failry easy as long as you take notes in class. Not much from the book, but good reading. Not allowed to miss more than 2 classes or it affects your grade. She is a fun teacher who makes the class exciting.
She is a great teacher and she lets you be yourself! she likes it when you speak your mind about things ecspecially when people don't agree.
very very sexy teacher, smart too, fun class
Kattman is so biased in her opinions it allows her to contaminate lectures with nonsense and unbacked facts. If you challenge one of her 'statistics' odds are she will never show you the proof and back it up. She dresses very unprofesionally and is more interested in talking about her sexlife than covering sociology. Would absolutley not reccomend.
very nice and helpful.easy quizes and tests, and a fun class
she is a really good teacher, her test and quizes are very easy and she is a very helpful teacher. I would recommend her to any student becuase she likes to get the students involved in all the conversations, which is really helpful to the students. In her classs anybody can speak their mind, which i good because most teachers dont let you do that.
Jennifer was a great prof & I look up to her as a woman.She covered relevant info & backed everything up with studies(despite prev comment).I looked forward 2 class-there was always something interesting to learn.Controversial topics were discussed, but she doesn't care if you agree with her as long as you think for yourself.Totally recommend her!
Awesome teacher, totally recommend her. Fun class and she lets you speak you mind about any topic. Easy but you get into the class. Take her.
Jennifer Kattman is an awesome instructor. Who ever wrote the message in #5 is soo wrong. I took her class and she encourages people to speak their mind!
Wow ignore that idiot in the past post she was in my class and she would love to disagree with the teacher. I can tell its her by the date of the post and what she has said. Anyways this is a great class take it from her trust me!
Jennifer is a GREAT teacher who explains things well and opens your eyes to important issues. I always looked forward to coming to class and she wants you to make your own opinions no matter if they agree with hers or not. Even if you dont need this class take it, its worth it!!!
I took this class as a latestart short term online and I will say it was the easiest class I have ever taken. I am not sure how ANYONE could seriously get anything less than a B.
Jennifer is a great teacher!
Jennifer was fantastic! very opinionated but explains why she thinks that. wants you to learn and think for yourself. easy class,theres a review always before a test. fun-completly-paid-for field trips, you dont really need the book if you pay attention. great class, do the homework show up and listen, it might be impossible to sleep or fail
Excellent teacher. Understands the subject well, is prepared and is willing to risk making provocative statements to encourage class discussion. Highly Recommended.
Awesome teacher. Took during summer school, would suggest it. She goes fast, test where every week. She's opinionated so watch out, she wants you to have strong views to and stand up to her with them. She'll like you more. Take her she's good and will open your eyes to social problems that you never thought existed.
She is probably the best teacher i've ever had. Extremely smart, makes connections abuot world facts that you didn't know existed. Very helpful, and she truly cares about making the student a better person.
The biggest problem that I had with Jennifer was not her views, opinions or teaching style, but she never resonded to emails or phone calls regarding questions I had about assignments or exams. There were 2 specific incidents where I needed her help and didnt get it.
Jennifer is very fun, down to earth and really makes you feel condfident in what your learning even if its not your forte. She knows her material, and although she is very opinionated, she makes sure that you stand up for your opinions as well. She encourages the class to do well, while taking a stand for what they believe. Best teacher Ive had!!!!
Mz. Kattman loves to teach, and what she teaches. It is not about money, it is about helping create a more just world. She really shows the class things that i haven't even thought of before, but that effect me everyday. AAA+++ for teachers. I dislike 'authority figures', but the way she is with the class really inspires me to learn.
Jennifer is possibly the BEST teacher i've ever had. Her class is VERRRY interesting.. and to think i wasn't even gonna show up. The days i have her class i can't wait to go to school.
She is such a great teacher and she really believes everything that she teaches about sociology. She is so nice, and very helpful. Plus there is hardly any homework!
Really great teacher.. and really informative. Loves her subject. This class will open your eyes!
Jennifer is probably the best teacher i have ever had. She brought up some very important things in society that i had NO idea about, and really opened my eyes. Barely any homework, interesting lectures, and reviews before every quiz make it super easy to get a good grade. Also, ALOT of really fun extra credit assignments. TAKE HER!!!!!
you can tell she really likes to teach which is great. REALLY easy to get an A. Bias for a Sociology teacher though; lets just say she doesn't favor Christians too much. I felt offended a lot. Which made me stronger in my faith.
Jennifer literally changed my perspective on life. She exposed our class to how many injustices go on outside of our world, and how we can fix them. She speaks her mind and is not afraid to hear other opinions. Her class is easy, but it was by far the most substancial learning experience I have ever recieved.
Jennifer was a spectacular teacher. Her class is the best class I have taken in my life because it was easy, but I did the most real learning in my entire life. Her best motto is "I am not telling you what to think, I am asking you to think." She stresses this as much as possible because her goal in life is to rid the world of ignorance. She's grea
Best professa eva! Great class to take.She's always available through email if you have any questions/concerns. Very fun/interesting class. Oh yeah and she's HOT! LOL
AWESOME instructor. Knowlegable in many areas around this field and keeps up to date with what is going on in the world. Her lectures are interesting and clear, and as long as you pay attention in class you will learn and be able to earn a good grade. Will take other classes of hers for sure!
very good teacher. i failed because i didnt go. i wish i would have gone though. her class was always fun and interesting. went by very fast. hard to concentrate though because she is so good looking.
An Amazing professor, she connects with the class.. and is extremely passionate about this class... A huge heart, makes the class fun and exciting... The only drawback this semester is that she cancelled class to much.. Her class was the best class this semester I LOVED it...
KATTMAN IS AMAZING! Best teacher I have had yet. Her tests can be a little confusing, but she offers so much e.c. you can make it up. I could sit in her class for hours and never get bored. She makes the class fun and interesting. Go on the glide field trip! Its Extra Credit and fun! I'm taking her again next semester.
Her class is a must take for general ed, very easy class, lots of extra credit offered, field trip to SF, in class pre quiz discussion helps to have good grades in quizes. Attendance is a must. easy A, very understanding, will help you understand cultures, breaks down ignorance, grades very fairly, and then some, I got in the nursing program. Lee
I looked forward going to this class! Very interesting class, and entertaining. I learned a lot from this class, and Jennifer is the perfect teacher for this class. Take her, you will not regret it!
Worst class ever!! All we talked about was politics and how great Obama was. She was not interested in hearing any other views just wanted to spread her own political views.
I was lucky to take this class during the election as we covered it extensively and how it related to sociology. She is altogether caring, humorous, hip, blunt, but altogether, relevant. She makes you want to listen and breaks down ignorance, stereotype, and racism by poking fun at it but at the same time making it informative. Very recommended!
I am just starting this class, but Ms. Kattman responded to me e-mails quickly and I was able to add on at the last minute. So helpful! I have read great things about her here on RMP and so far I agree. Great Choice.
Based just on difficulty, this class was a freakin' cake walk, but I think that's because I had her during the election and it's all we really talked about. If you fail her class you are truly a dumbass. I never read the book and got As on all the tests and overall. She's funny, smart, and fair, and you'll never be bored.
BEST TEACHER EVER. you need to have an open mind to really get the most out of this class. She is amazing, helps her students as much as she can, is always reliable and real. She cares so much about what she does that its contagious. This class is a must.
It's all about her views and she presses them on you haaard! I thought sociology was suppose to be about everyone's view but no its all about her's.
VERY self-righteous. This class is really easy, no doubt. I feel like she just rants and likes to talk about her self. She makes false generalizations. It drives me crazy watching her lectures sometimes. I hear that she was less like this in previous semesters.
Listening to her is not about having an open mind--it's about being able to smile and nod as she presents her obscenely biased opinions as fact. If you're a big fan of Karl Marx and socialism, you'll love this class. Otherwise, take a different professor...or maybe the televised class so you can sit at home and yell at the screen like I wish I had.
Sociology's Wonder Woman! She has changed my life, I can't thank her enough for all she has done for me. She is a strong woman, which might be intimidating, but if one can respectfully disagree with her she will respect them. She stands behind her students and will fight for them. She brings the Sunshine to Sierra College! WWJ(en)D?
I wasn't interested in taking Soc prior to this class, but thoroughly enjoyed it once I got past Kattman's shrill, nagging voice and the way she goes on-and-on about herself. Easy class, a lot of extra credit options. I studied off of her power point slides and never looked at the book. VERY useful class if you don't let her get under your skin.
She's a really good teacher. Her tests are easy if you study the material really well that is. At times the test questions can get tricky but I guess that's because she does not want the test too easy. Study, make sure you go to class to learn the material and participate as much as you can. Overall a very good teacher and I would take her again fo
Good class because it teaches you to really think about how you look at others around you. Jennifer is a good teacher but her view is not world's view. I felt like I couldn't disagree with what she said because I needed a good grade in the class. She kept giving assignments to do. Be preapared to work your butt off doing paper after paper!!
Be prepared to write paper after paper! This class really makes you think about how you treat others around you. Jennifer is a good instructor, but her view is not the view of the world!! I felt like I couldn't disagree with her because I needed a good grade in the class. She is not right about everything!!
Excited to dive into Sociological issues only to be thwarted by her biased, self-righteous opinions. I had read neg. comments about her prior to class but dismissed them. Her views ARE crazy. She attacks ALL white men, Christians (especially Mormons), surgeons, parents. Doesn't try to understand another person's view. Contradictory.
I took her sociology1 class and her ethnic studies class. I got a high A in both. The classes were very similar and that's what I loved about it! She is probably the best college professor I have ever had. I plan on majoring in sociology now and it is all because of Professor Kattman. Take at least one of her classes!
Jennifer attacks people? WOW! Challenge her, bring facts, SPEAK UP. STOP COMPLAINING unless u actually Challenge her, gives everyone including Jennifer a learning experience. I never had a classmate actually say ANYTHING. She is a Phenomenal human being. She doesn't know this but she CHANGED my life & without her, I wouldn't be here today. THANK U!
Jennifer is an amazing teacher. This class really opens your view on everything! Tests are pretty much straightforward and easy. There is a lot of talking but it's pretty interesting for the most part. There are a lot of things she will say to make you mad but she's awesome!
Inspired me to become a college instructor because she showed me what a college teacher should NOT be. I had heard wonderful things about Jennifer, and was very disappointed. Even though I agreed with much of what she preached, she really only examined one point of view. I'd rather learn HOW to think for myself than be told WHAT to think.
She's fantastic. Anyone who thinks that she "attacks" people doesn't understand that she is saying these crazy things to get a rise out of her students. She wants people to challenge her and question everything. She is amazing. I HIGHLY recommend her classes.
she's cool and funny, just never show up in class.
Jennifer is amazing. She is inspiring, very influential and really knows how to start a good discussion in the class. She brings up many important tough issues.
Her curriculum is really just a propaganda filled class. Unprofessional. Stuck in high school. Claims to think outside the box, but spews forth liberal propaganda as general facts. Statistics and stereotypes become facts. Topics consisted of:White privilege,Gay Rights,Feminism, Anti-Capitalism, Socialism, Anti-Religion,and How Wonderful Obama Is.
She is a radical but so were Washington, Jefferson, Adams, MLK, Nelson Mandela, and Gandhi She speaks truth just listen and everything the Jerk said below me is wrong
Jennifer is hands down the best professor I have ever had.She uses her charisma for good and opens your eyes to so much.Take this class if you actually want to learn!I am a white,republican,Mormon and at no point in the course of the semester did I feel uncomfortable.DO NOT leave Sierra w/o taking a class from her.Highly recommended!
Great professor and teacher. Some say she's a hater of America, but if that was true she wouldn't be standing up for it and teaching about what can be done to help. I have never had a professor that was so excited about her work that it made her students excited and interested. It was easy paying attention in class because everything made sense
Jen is the greatest teacher I have ever had. The topics she discussed in class were things I've always thought but she actually proved them to be correct with factual evidence to back them up. She is super sweet and sincere. She's an entertaining teacher. She's the reason why I want to be a Sociology Professor. TAKE HER CLASS!
This was an easy class that did not challenge me. I felt it was taught at a high school level. Disappointed.
BEST TEACHER EVER! Tests are easy but you definately still learn. Class was always so interesting that I loved going. She is so intelligent and inspiring. HIGHLY RECOMMEND HER!!
Best teacher ever! Tests are easy, and hardly any homework. Very inspiring and well educated. Class is very interesting and fun. She kind of seems to force everyone to see her way, but that's most soc. professors. I don't know any student that does not like her!
Class is so easy, but you learn a lot and Jen is the most fun, interesting, and well educated teacher. She has a huge student fan club. I bet if they had a poll for most popular teacher, she would win by far!
I bet if they had a poll for most popular teacher, she would win by far! Easy class, but learn a lot! Very inspiring!
Kattman definitely changed my life and made me aware of things I was never fully informed about. Yes, her topics are controversial, bur these comments are all the more reason to take the class. Challenge her, question her; she has insane amounts of intelligence and you will have a great debate. Sierra College needs more professors like her, period.
Jennifer has open my mind to things i didn't even know about. She has helped me be more understanding about things i used to be judgmental about, and i have become a more rounded person just from taking her class. There are very few assignments, but i have learned more in her class than any of my other classes. Everyone should taker her class.
Interesting and fun class. She preaches about how great communism is every other day though and trys to force her liberal crap on everyone. Tests are easy, easy A.
Interesting and fun class. She preaches about how great communism is every other day though and trys to force her liberal crap on everyone. Tests are easy, easy A.
Jennifer is an amazing professor. I've never taken a sociology class so it was interesting to learn what sociology is all about. Soc 24 is sociology of sport, which is why I took the class--I want to be a teacher and a coach. Her class was very insightful and interesting every day. Do the work and you'll definitely pass.
You dont have to go to class, but I dont know why you wouldnt want to. She is so much fun, the best teacher I have had by far in 2 years at Sierra. LOVE LOVE LOVE her! You have to take at least one class by her before you leave. Super easy class but you will learn a ton!
Advocates Communism in her class eceryday and uses her class and position to push her liberal views on the class. Its useless trying to have a mature debate with her in class because she will just try to make you look like an idiot. She wont listen to other views or facts. EASY A though.
Best teacher I have ever had in my whole life!!!! Her class changed my life!!!!!!!!!!!! Coolest person ever! and outstanding teacher
She is an amazing, strong beautiful woman, and one hell of a teacher. Tests are straight forward and easy. She really makes you think!
Best teacher I have ever had. Best class I have ever taken. Seriously.
I have Jennifer for Sociology right now, and she's seriously amazing. Her and I share a lot of the same opinions, but she's helped me understand things a lot more in depth and i love her for it! She's a fun teacher too!
I don't really like her teaching style because her exam questions are from the text and I could just get the information on my own. Good lecturer just spends too much time on little subjects. Wish she would just tell us what we need to know and stop over exemplifying the information. Easy class, just read the text and sleep during lecture.
she is great! I love Jennifer. She likes to be called by her first name, and is really down to earth and fun. She has strong opinions, but is a sociology teacher and that is pretty necessary. I have her right now and love her! Class is easy and tests are a piece of cake. GREAT teacher! Love her!
Honestly, she comes across as a decent person until she opens her mouth. Her extremely liberal bias on EVERYTHING in class makes it difficult to actually learn anything. However, this class is basically a joke because the exams tend to test common sense and nothing else. Overall, I think I would enjoy the class more if she was accepting of others.
A really fun class. Most of the lectures turn to debate. Jennifer tends to try to pass her opinions as fact at times to make her point which in turn cuts into her credibility. One of the better classes at Sierra though.
Jennifer rocks! Any student who doesn't recognize while she has her own strong views she definitely respects opposing view, & gets to because that?s democracy right? Her bias is International not just American & that?s a good thing. If you doubt her, go live in another foreign culture/s for at least 3 years to see how America is really viewed.
College classes should not be this easy. If you want an guarantee A, take this class. But be aware, she spends a overwhelming amount of time on her powerpoints. Then the answers to the exams are given before you take it, Which makes all of her lectures negliable. If you get anything but an A in this class, please think twice about college.
Jennifer is the best ! I loved her . She's really opinionated but it keeps the class engaged . She has opened my eyes to a lot of issues in the world . I will be taking another sociology class with her . It's hard to find another female that loves sports like me !
Jennifer is a great teacher! I'll admit I was very intimidated by her when I started attending the classes. But as time went on I came to realize she wasn't there to push her ideas on me and tell me what I thought was all wrong. If I had something I wanted to add to a conversation she gave me full opportunity to do so. Take her class!!!
By far one of the best professors I've ever had. Not because of the subject matter we covered (which was very simple, though also interesting), but just because she makes you really THINK about what is going on in our society, and question things that maybe we just take as truth. Take a class with her before you leave Sierra College!!!
If you are looking for a guranteed A with extremely minimal effort, this is the class for you. However, you do learn a fair amount of useful information. But, BEWARE the professor spews liberal bias and tries to pass it as fact. Also, there are 3 or 4 tests and no hw; only one project. Debating is encouraged, and it is certainly and engaging class
Jennifer is a fun professor, high energy and gets you thinking. Read the chapters, show up on test day and you'll get an A. Looking forward to taking another class with her.
Jennifer Kattman is a fantanastic teacher! She opened my eyes to the world of sociology. This class actually changed my life. I was very surprised by her methods. Although she was late and canceled class many many times throughout the semester I say take her class!
BEST.PROFESSER.EVER.BEST.CLASS.EVER.
HORRIBLE.. Liberialist teacher ive ever had. Teach's nothing but her political views!! waste of time teaches you nothing about the class
not sure about regular class, but on-line she doesn't exist as a teacher at all. She posts grades twice a semester. Unfortunately, I am not exaggerating! BE prepare to read at least 10 to 30 pages a week, write a chapter review, take a quiz & write about 2-3 page paper EVERY WEEK.I learned smth from her class but feel like I waisted time & money.
WORST TEACHER EVERRRRR!!!! NEVER TAKE HER CLASS PLEASE STAY AWAY.. AVIODDDD!! SHE TEACHES ONE POINT OF VIEW AND THATS HERS ONLY, IF YOU DON'T AGREE, SHE WILL FIGHT BACK AND MAKE YOU AGREE WITH HER.. SHE'S 100% UNATTRACTIVE.. UNPROFESSIONAL, AND UNORGANIZED!! MY RECOMMENDATION IS "DONT DO THE SAME MISTAKE I DID IN TAKING HER CLASS" THANKS!!
ok seriously, this is a LIFE CLASS in disguise cuz u learn so much, EVEN IF you don't agree with what's being discussed. Jennifer presents it in a way that makes you think critically and exploratatively.. and why not? we all live in this world, we should know about it!! She's fun, witty, keeps the material relevant to our generation.. btw, woman fo
Jennifer is an amazing person. I took her for 3 soc. classes. They changed my life. I have her to thank for my new way of approaching situations. Her lectures are very interesting and allow for a lot of class discussion.
This was a very interesting class. Jennifer was a great teacher. I learned a lot from this class. Not that much homework for the most part and the tests were pretty easy.
To those bothered by Jen's liberal bias and opinionated classroom... grow up. If you can't hold your own in a classroom debate, if you can't listen to opposing views without taking it personally- I suggest you find another class. If you're in college to critically evaluate your own ideas and the ideas of others, Jen's sociology class is amazing.
Jennifer is an awesome prof. She does lean to the left, but she presents facts and teaches with such passion. The tests are SO easy if you read the book and come to class. The final is a video project so be computer savvy or get in a group with such people. She teaches a fun, interesting and engaging class. I am really interested in soc now!
Jennifer is an amazingly brilliant woman. Her class is always interesting and fun. She has 3 test and 5 one page social activity papers. She is EXTREMELY on the Left and believes there is no inbetween. So if you tend to lean to the right this class may be like a slap in the face, however you NEED to take this class. Best professor at Sierra.
Disappointing. This class is so easy it's a joke. She cancels class a lot to attend her activities. Completely leftwing. Insensitive to people in the military and those who try to defend them. you either love or hate her, if your not a liberal chances are you'll hate her. tries to pass her opinion as fact. says she is open minded,wont hear your sid
Kattman seems like she really knows her stuff. HOWEVER, when she encourages you to challenge things and keep an open mind during discussions it's like she totally disregards this when you finally do! If you ask me its like a mini dictatorship in there and although there are fun times and you learn a lot in her class,prepare for uncomfortable times
This class was very interesting and I learned a lot. I kind of wanted it to be an on campus class but having it online was convenient. There was a lot of homework: reading chapters that were 50 pgs, posting blogs, quiz and writing assignments. This class will open your eyes and make you see the world and society differently.
Example of teaching at its WORST. She doesn't teach,just preaches communism like a left wing Rush Limbaugh. doesn't let you talk or respect other's opinions although she says she welcomes discussion. She uses this class to preach her agenda & talk about her personal life. Skips class often, loves profanity, hates US, military, & religion. Easy A.
Don't take this class! Teacher uses class as her platform to spew her hate and vitriol for an entire semester. Doesn't let students talk unless she agrees with them. If you don't talk, she calls you out. Just into being verbally abusive and plain mean. Speaks really highly of herself, loves to toot her own horn.
Awesome teacher, group tests and 5 sociolgical activities....Totally open minded and i learned alot in that class and an easy A if you attend class and listen and take notes.
The class definitely leans far to the left and she is very opionated. If you are Republican some of the info will be difficult to swallow. She was more than fair in providing extra credit if needed. You must read book for info because you get talking about topics and there is not always a chance to review it before the test. Good Luck!
Just like many of the other professors that teach at sierra, kattman does not respect opinions contrary to her own. She has the liberal or die attitude that is so intrusive its disgusting. If you are left in ANY way she will not listen to you. Shes also the mentor for PTK, and some have left because of her overly forceful opinions.
really fun class, really fun prof. to the comment below: shes PTK's advisor, yes, but she puts in so much work - WAY more than any other advisor. i'd use 'helpful' rather than 'forceful'. take her class, it'll broaden ur mind.
She's amazing!!! :)
Jennifer is amazing!!! :) She has opened my eyes! I absolutely love her class!!! I can see how people may not like her. She is very opinionated but i really like listening to her. We have really interesting conversations in her class. I would suggest taking her!!
She has an interesting way of teaching and definitely makes you think. The subject of sociology is something Ive always been interested in, but didn't know much about it.I enjoyed most of the discussions but I felt as though Jennifer was very judgmental and quick to judge. She placed us in categories before even knowing our names.
She is a very interesting teacher and I enjoyed her class a lot, however I could have lived (and learned) much better without all the foul language!
She IS engaging, and she cares about her subject. However she is too abrasive, tries to hard to be cool and is pretty insensitive to students who may have the slightest difference of opinion; I always agree with her too. Gets off track WAY to much, little structure to her class, super easy A. All around big disappointment, learned nothing.
She IS engaging, and she cares about her subject. However she is too abrasive, tries to hard to be cool and is pretty insensitive to students who may have the slightest difference of opinion, I always agree with her too. Gets off track WAY to much, little structure to her class, super easy A. All around big disappointment, learned nothing.
Jennifer is an awesome teacher. I know most people say that shes very left wing and tries to talk people into joining her side but she really does get the information across well. She backs up what she says with interesting statistics. Defintely would take her again, laid back and chill.
I loved Jennifer. She is pretty left wing but so am I so I just sat in at my desk grinning all day. It's a really easy A and a very interesting class. She gets off topic too often but the lecture is always interesting. You probably learn more from the book but Kattman is still good.
Jen is one of the best teachers at Sierra. People who don't like her lectures aren't open minded people. Jen is great at introducing both sides to a topic especially the TRUTH! Her class gets us to think of new ideas and concepts that you would have never thought of before. I recommend her if you believe in knowing the truth and can open your eyes!
Jennifer is a gret instructor that tells the truth. Highly recomend students to take her class. You learn alot, unless you dont want to learn.
Jennifer is an amazing professor!! She offers amazing discussions. This class changed me life. One thing that annoys me is that she doesnt grade papers in time and doesnt post grades til the until the last day of class (not purposely... thats just what happens). Class is cancelled a couple of times. Writing assignments are a pain in the ass though!
I took her TV course and I missed the first exam because of a communication problem. Test dates aren't on the syllabus so it is harder for TV students. She teaches off power points, but always has a discussion. Some of her claims go against basic psychology and I'm afraid some of her students ate it up without thinking.
I do not recommend this teacher. She is very opinionated and if you do not agree with her extreme anti-american viewpoints, you will not do well in her class. She spends more time talking about her life than she does teaching(what she considers) Sociology. Even if she is the only Sociology teacher available,wait until the following semester.
Seemed very passionate about the subject, and very motivated to make a difference; however, I felt so frustrated at her abrasiveness the very first day of class. It only got worse.I felt she focused more on how others see her, and proving a point rather than teaching the class. Overly opinionated,made it hard to respect her views and her views only
BEST TEACHER EVER. Jennifer will open your eyes to things that you would never think of. Absolutely love her. The people on here who are complaining are the ones who are stuck in their ways. Would you really want a teacher that doesnt have a strong passion for their subject they teach? TAKE HER!
Best teacher ever. Always looked forward to this class. Take her if you have the chance! Class has NO test. only A FINAL, which is take home! And easy reading assignments every week.
Jennifer is outspoken and liberal, but if you keep your ears and mind open you will learn quite a bit. I wish I had more time, but the intro class was enough to confirm for me that I have the right major. She keeps it fun, and gives you plenty of opportunity to stay involved and get a good grade. Tests are not that hard, just read the powerpoints.
In one word, Jennifer is passionate. If you take her class, you won't not be entertained. Very knowledgeable too; although, I did question from time to time where she got her information. As much as I enjoyed the class, I felt I didn't learn as much as I could have due to more time being spent on a certain chapter(s), but it was eye opening.
this class is an easy A. i loved jennifer. she is one of the best professors i have ever had. she made this class exciting and fun. i learned so much and this was one of my favorite classes i have taken at sierra.
Jennifer is the best sociology teacher I could have ever asked for. Extremely passionate about what she does. You MUST have an open mind to take her class because she challenges a lot of "traditional" understandings of society and its values. If you want to learn, you can't go wrong with Jennifer Kattman.
I feel Jennifer is a good teacher and passionate about what she teaches, but she is very closed minded to other views. She teaches us to be open minded but she herself is not very sensitive to others opinions or beliefs that may be different than hers. I could have learned more if she could of refrained from arguing with students over opinion.
Very Passionate but is extremely liberal and shoves it down her student's throats. Had her last fall and she made everyone register to vote who was 18 and able to all while openly mocking the republican party. Liked her class but did not like how abrasive she was in her beliefs and found her to be hypocritical in that she herself isn't openminded.
She is an amazing teacher. She does not just want her students to sit in a class room and hear sociology but actually experience it first hand. She is always willing to help. In her sociology and statistic class she will not move on to all in her class understand. Overall she is an incredible teacher. Due to her class I changed my major.
Even after moving on to a four year, Prof. is still one of the best I have had. She really cares which can be unusual at any college setting. I took three classes with her at Sierra and they were easily some of the best classes I have had and I'm not even a Soc major (poli sci) Great teacher and amazing classes!
I love Jennifer! Easy A if you take any of her classes. Just do the work, make sure you understand what's going on, and you'll do fine. She's one of those teachers that's REALLY easy, but you also literally learn everything you need. I've taken her a couple times and will be taking her again in the Spring. If you need a SOC teacher, TAKE JENNIFER!!
I would just like to say, "what she taught me is priceless." I remember her saying, "if I teach you one thing it would be, to put yourself in someones shoes before you judge them." I love that I look the whole picture now. Thank you so much!
My email to Jennifer: I wanted to convey that I appreciated your course and felt it was one of the best and most productive college courses I have ever taken. I was grateful that you made us think more than many other (even phd) professors I have ever encountered. I appreciated the open dialogue and intriguing discussions. Thanks so much..
I took Jennifer's SOC 15 which is the statistics class. She made statistics fun and we occasionally deviated from the tough work with a discussion about the real world. I really appreciate her passion for Sociology and her students. Take her if you are a Sociology major, and take her if you still have a stats class.
Jennifer Kattman is the highest rated professor I have taken since I started at Sierra; ironically, she is also the worst. She makes the social sciences look like nothing more than a platform to push her agenda. If you don't act like you agree with her, you will surely get graded poorly. She invited discussion but doesn't accept other views. BEWARE
the best teacher in sierra college, she is nice and helpful . there are lots of extra credit option, even i was second language i got an A.
One of the best professors that Sierra has. Easy to approach, and if the class doesn't get the material she will give you extra days to look it over to understand. She honestly made me smarter in math, since math is my least confident subject. She genuinely cares about her students and wants all of them to pass. Go to class, do HW, & Ask questions.
A very insightful class. Interesting TED talks and an awesome and easy to read text. The PowerPoint lectures do great at outlining the chapters. Would totally take her again. HIGHLY RECCOMEND
Take this class for Stats if you can!!! She is awesome!!!
I took her online class and I don't feel like she "pushed" her beliefs on me. She's great this online course is awesome!
Was excited to attend Kattman's Soc 1 class due to her high rating(and her chili pepper)but boy was I disappointed. Man-hating professor, anti-American lectures, talks about her personal life the entire lecture. BEWARE-don't disagree with her or you will get a low grade. Don't provide her with any facts against her far-left agenda. Or u won't get A
Straightforward course, wonderful material!
Though she expresses her political views a lot, she has a strong passion for sociology. She is organized, and really cares for her students. LOVE lectures. It helps you face reality of the world. Read. Listen. And participate and this class will be a breeze :)
She doesnt lecture much, she mainly talks about herself. I skipped often and ended up getting As on the tests. Just read her PowerPoints and do the study guide. She doesnt respond to emails, and cancels class all the time. I would take her again because it was so easy, but it was hard listening to her extremely liberal outlook on everything.
I took this class over the summer and got an A with relative ease. Her online classes require weekly attention to scheduled modules. As long as you pay keep up with what is required of each module (Reading, quizzes, etc.) you will be fine. Put it in the work and earn your A!
If you're going to take sociology this is definitely the best professor to take it with! Such an eye opening class thats an easy A
Best professor Ive had at Sierra!
I took her Sociology 1 online over the summer. 3 words.... Piece of cake. Answers to quizzes are located on quizlet. essay questions and discussions are straight forward as well. f you just answer whatever is asked then you get full points. She offers extra credit and free points as well. Class itself is also quite interesting and intriguing.
Great teacher. You will pass as long as you are putting in the effort. But if youre not atheist or have any belief aside from the feminazi origin, be prepared to have your beliefs attacked. Her political personal beliefs are often a topic of discussion.
For a person who hates math with a passion, and is really, really, really bad at it. I now feel like I can become a mathematician. She is beyond amazing!!
Jenifer is hands down the best teacher I have ever had at Sierra College. I took her for SOC 15- Statistics and she made it incredibly easy to understand. She is there for her students and will go above and beyond to help you! I am a straight male student and I absolutely loved her so ignore the Fem-Nazi comments- she doesn't judge your opinions.
Easily one of my favorite, if not my favorite, profs at Sierra. She is passionate and genuinely cares about each student. Her classes are based on real, important topics that shape the world we live in. The reading can be dense, but completely intriguing and important. She is a very fair grader and is overall the dream professor.
Cares about her students and material. Class and group discussions taught me a lot. Takes a lot of feedback from students and listens to what we think/want. Emphasis on us learning and knowing material not arbitrary busywork, yet still ensured we do well on weekly tests and reading chapters. Great textbook, which she connects with current events.
Taking her summer online Soc 1 class. It's 6 weeks. Super easy. A few quizzes every week that are EASY. No exams. Her midterm was kinda intense, not an exam though. Just various assignments. Lots of work but overall not hard. Final is super easy too, also not an exam, just applying what you learned. EASY A. TAKE HER.
I took her online summer course. It is loads of work. Be prepared to spend many hours on the quizzes and essays. She requires you to watch tons of Ted Talks and bases discussion boards off of them. Midterms are insane quantity wise. Her class isn't necessarily hard, just a ridiculous amount of work.
She is the best teacher at Sierra! She actually doesnt proceed unless everyone in the class gets the material. For someone who really hates math and doesnt understand it, Im more confident in math that I ever was.
Jen's Class is the best! If you are attending Sierra please take this class! I have never been good at math before and usually recieve a C in every math class I take. However, I am maintaining an A right now and feeling great about the material we've learned. I recommend taking this course with the support class that happens once a week!
She was absolutely the best teacher ever!!! She is very helped and very real. She will encourage you to want to go to class!!!! You will learn about Social Issues and she will apply it to math. As for the test and exams, as long as you put in the work and you follow her instruction you will do well. Amazing Teacher!!! Truly!!!
She is an amazing teacher and I really left her class feeling like i learned something not even just the subject but she shows you how to apply her lessons to real life. I would suggest showing up to class to get the best grade but i missed about 3 days and still passed with an A. I literally have no reason to tell anyone not to take her
I have never loved math.. until now. Stats was so fun and I actually understood everything being taught to me. Kattman is a great professor who wants every single one of her students to succeed. If you take this class you will not regret it! No homework, no book, a few unit quizzes, and 3 exams! I highly recommend this class!
Prints out all hand outs for you. Spends lots of time on each chapter until everyone understands. Makes math EASY. Used real life examples to make it easier. Was quick to answer any questions or help on problems you struggled with. Homework was simple, just a few questions per chapter, not timed. Gave all equations for exams. Loved taking her class
Ive failed Statistics 2 times prior to taking Jennifers class. She is AMAZING and doesnt move forward until her class GETS IT . I got 106% in her class and she transitioned from in class to online due to Covid-19 and had phenomenal video lectures! Always available and offers extra credit. I highly recommend her!
She is a wonderful instructor. She explains really well and gives a lot of opportunities for extra credits. I finished her class with the score of 107,2% even not doing all extra credit quizzes
There are good teachers and there are bad teachers - Jennifer didn't teach. Everything was: read a chapter from the textbook, do an InQuizitive assignment, do the chapter quiz. There were also tons of unnecessary TED Talks scattered in. Easy A, but I'd recommend a different professor if you plan on actually learning sociology.
She really gets you pumped to learn about sociology. She's extremely kind and righteous. She had a few group tests, but her lectures were never boring. She can make you look forward to learning. Also, good at increasing your sociological imagination!
One of the best teachers I've ever had. Super caring and she makes math fun. Highly recommended. 10/10.
I always struggled with math but this Professor really helped me out. All of her recorded lectures and assignments were really clear. Each week she had a set of recorded videos, some practice problems, a practice quiz and the official quiz. You're graded on the quizzes and Exams and the discussions, just where students help each other out.
This is a great math course to take if you're not the best at math. I struggled with pre-calc in high school & was apprehensive to take math in college, but this class was by far the best math class I've ever been in. Kattman is amazing at explaining the material & provides an overview of each chapter with all the info and formulas. No homework!
I am not good at math at all and never have been and didnt think Id pass this class. Watching her lectures were entertaining as she provided many examples which most were on the exams. She gives the opportunity for extra credit. Loved this class and her as a teacher. If you watch the lectures and take notes there is no way you can fail.
I am not good with math but she made her class so easy. She post lectures and tells you what is expected. She does assign homework but it is not graded so I never did it. If you need an easy math class take her! You won't regret it.
Jennifer is an absolute math whisperer who truly cares about her students' success and makes herself very available for support. I wish there were more professors like her! Although I was pretty terrified about this class, she made statistics engaging and doable. Follow the steps, be clear with your work, ask questions, and you'll do well.
So many things I could say about this instructor she is absolutely amazing. I think that she needs to help the other teachers organize their classes especially the stem classes. I think that this would overall help everyone including the students. Absolutely amazing teacher never thought I could love m Thank you thank you thank you she's so amazing
Such a kind soul! Shes incredibly understanding to each individuals needs. I would say its more difficult to fail this class than to earn an A, she provides extra credit and help so you dont go in blind. An amazing professor honestly. :)!!
Her Intro to Stats in Sociology class was one of the best classes I have taken. I was weary to take math in college, but this was a piece of cake. There was no mandatory homework, ungraded practice quiz for each week, and tests that were the same format as the quizes. Her lectures were so well done and everything was so easy to understand.
Professor Kattman is a PHENOMENAL teacher! She wants her students to succeed in her class and get an "A." It will be a lot of hard work on your part, but she gives you ALL the tools to be successful; thorough video lectures, step by step process, practice problems, practice quizzes, and then the real quizzes. Pace yourself and will be fine.
If you choose professor Kattman, you're honestly guaranteed to pass. Not necessarily because the material is easy but because she is an amazing professor. Her teaching style is so easy to follow along and understand. I have taken 3 stats classes and was never able to pass. I took her course and got an A. She's the best math professor I've ever had.
Professor Kattman was such an amazing teacher. I took her Soc15 class as my final math class to graduate and she made the material understandable and fun. Her lectures were entertaining, and she took stats and made the class understand them from a practical point of view. I highly recommend taking any of her classes!
AMAZING TEACHER!!! I TOOK HER INTRO TO SOCIOLOGY AND I LOVED IT. Super easy class 10/10
currently taking her 8 week summer SOC15 course, and it is by far the easiest math class i've ever taken. she is so kind, and her quizzes/exams are almost exactly the same as the practice quizzes/exams and the example problems she puts in the lecture videos. TAKE HER!!!!!
I was a bit nervous about taking statistics as an online class but Professor Kattman is an amazing teacher. Her lectures are easy to follow and everything she does and offers sets you up for success! I recommend not just watching her lectures but do the work along with her as you watch so you can look back at your notes if need. HIGHLY recommend!
She helped me out a lot especially since I am disabled, she made me turn to somewhat like some math, which was my kryptonite, she got me to understand the methods in her great class very well, for I believe she deserves a huge raise for helping my disabled self understand what she taught a bit more clearer.
Jennifer is easily the best professor I've ever had the pleasure of taking a course from. I have dyscalculia and have never done better in any prior math class (at just over 100% as my current grade). Her secret is she explains everything like we're five without being condescending and actually cares about our success.
prof Kattman was always willing to help & never made me feel dumb for asking questions!! As someone who has really struggled with math in the past, I can say that she genuinely helped me with stats. I just got a 100 on the final & I've never gotten that before in any class in my entire life. TAKE HER IF U STRUGGLE WITH MATH, U WONT REGRET IT !!!
Great!! I took this course for math credit and passed with an A as a full time student!
Professor Kattman is the BEST! Having successfully avoided math for decades out of fear and past negative experiences, I enjoyed this class! Jennifer is an excellent teacher and communicator. Her lectures are very easy to follow as are how she builds her modules. Follow her advice and you WILL get an A! Take this course with SOC 0015S (support).
Jennifer was an amazing teacher, she was caring and very helpful. The lectures and the discussion boards are super helpful. I would definitely take any other classes taught by Jennifer.
Prof Kattman is incredible. When I tell you that in the past I got F's in math and got an A+ in her class, it might be hard to believe but it's true. It's not the material that is simple, it's the way she explains everything step by step. If you watch her lectures, take notes, & do the problems with her, you will be sure to understand. Take her!!
I sucked at math in High school and was recommend Kattman, she is phenomenal! Her lectures are so easy to understand. she teaches great! take her class with the support class really helps with final bc there's extra credit!!!!
I've never had an A in my entire life for Math I was terrified of her class out of fear and anxiety but she was motivating, encouraging, and made lots of time to help me and make sure I was set up for success.
She made me believe in myself and that I could be successful at math. And she was very helpful and made herself available often to tutor me. This was the first A I have ever had in my entire life. I always struggled and had difficulty in math and have really bad test anxiety but she made me feel confident and capable that I could pass.
Professor Kattman is literally amazing. I had not taken a math class in fifteen years, and I failed all the math classes I'd ever taken. I took her statistics class and got an A+ because of how thorough, patient, and articulate she is. She's always going above and beyond to help her students. Absolutely 100000% take a class with Professor Kattman!
This was one of the best classes I've ever taken. You will definitely pass with an A if you watch the online lectures and do all the practice quizzes/exams. There isn't much work (I spent 1-3 hours a week) and she lets you work ahead. Jeniffer genuinely cares about your success and does everything for you to pass.
Jennifer is the best teacher I have had for a math class EVER! She will go over and above to help every single student to succeed and pass the class. You cannot fail this class unless you just do not do the work. There is lots of extra credit and for the final exam, we got 2 chances to take it. I cannot say enough good things about her.
This ended up being one of my favorite classes, even though I was really dreading taking it. Her lectures are mainly her doing practice problems that you do with her in your notes. If you watch the videos each week, and do the practice problems and quizzes, you will have no issues on the exams.1 quiz every chapter, and 3 exams. Lots of extra credit
A great class with a great professor. Took the summer course and while it was a lot to get through in a short period of time, it never felt overwhelming. Lectures are direct and to the point, and a great resource if you're having trouble later. Lots of extra credit available. Great class and instructor if you're scared of math.
I am so very grateful to have taken this class! She teaches in chunks, and is very clear and thorough in lectures and instructions. Very attentive to questions and even gives feedback on quizzes with an opportunity to get partial credit! Practice Quizzes/ Practice exams with no timer or limit to attempts. Do take this class!!
Super amazing and sweet professor! I only took her class online but I'm truly sad to be leaving it. Hope to take her class again in the future! Her lectures are very clear and detailed and she provides very good support and help if needed. Hard to fail this class even if you're not the best at math.
. Take her!! You will not regret it! She answers emails quickly. few extra credit assignments. Lots of practice. Take notes and you will do fine.
Professor Kattman was an amazing person, alongside teacher. She truly does care about her students and wants to see them do well. I submitted 3 late assignments all for full credit. The class was like a reverse classroom, so we learned online and went to class if we had questions. I enjoyed the class and am sad to leave!
I have never been able to pass a math class in college until I took one with Professor Kattman!! If you watch the lectures, take notes during them, and follow the modules you WILL pass. She responds to emails fast and genuinely wants you to do well in the class. First time I have ever felt confident with math!
This class was well-organized and I was never stressed with the workload. The professor made sure you were confident in everything she taught you, and was always offering for her students to email her if they ever got confused. The course was interesting and easy, due to the way she explained it. I would 100% recommend Professor Kattman to anyone!
I never thought a math class could be fun? Especially a statistics class. Jennifer is an amazing instructor, if you complete all the modules, practice problems, and practice quizzes you will ace this class. The workload was never overwhelming, and I truly learned how to use material from this class in everyday life.
Literally the best professor ever. Even if I didn't like math I would take her class again because she was just so much fun to listen to and she was super accommodating and clear about what she needed from her students. Couldn't recommend this class more if it fits your math requirements!!!
Took her stats class, she was very thorough in explaining the steps of calculations, was always willing to help and do one on one calls. Easy class, just need to pay attention.
I would highly recommend taking this class. Jennifer is passionate about math and it shows. Take this class!
Excellent Professor and easiest beginner class for math.
Jennifer is absolutely amazing and one of the best professors I've had. You can tell when a professor wants you to succeed and she WANTS you to succeed. Emails back fast, grades fast, and her lectures are so straightforward and clear that it's hard NOT to understand the information. Just follow along and take notes and you'll ace the class. 10/10
I have avoided taking math because it's always been hard for me. Jennifer is an amazing teacher! I did not know I could comprehend math, let alone do well in it. I found her class to be fun and enjoyed my semester with her. highly recommend taking this class if you have math insecurities. Thank you Jennifer!
One of the best math classes I've taken. Professor Kattman makes the material engaging and manageable, even for those with math insecurities. Her clear teaching style, accessible resources, and helpful feedback make this an excellent choice. I'd highly recommend using Unstuck study ai alongside the class for extra study prep.
I am not a math person at all and I was so scared to take this class, but I absolutely loved taking her class. She made it so easy to understand. It definitely looks way more difficult than what it actual is and she explains that very well. she gives extra credit and if you bomb a test she lets you re-take for partial credit!
Jennifer is an amazing professor! I've taken a different statistics class in high school but her lectures are so easy to understand. She responds in a timely manner and provides great feedback. It's very easy to get an A in this class and the modules are very helpful. Take her, she's amazing!
Jennifer gives very thorough lessons and provides the formulas needed for equations. Very easy to understand the math and it's not overwhelming.
Thought I hated math, apparently I don't. Some of the best lectures I've had in any class, very clear and she gives you absolutely everything you need. Friendly, available, and super responsive w/ questions. Some reviews mention there being politics - that's true, but it's all class-relevant real-world examples with the data to back it up, so...
Great professor. Very caring and makes the material easy to understand.
A lot of work but all very manageable and everything is explained greatly with every video. I've never understood math so clearly. Everything you learn for the test will be on the test
I'm taking Prof. Kattman's course right now, but I've had a steady 98% all semester. The way she explains the material in each lecture video is extremely clear, I have never been confused. She gives great feedback in the discussions, and every unit quiz and exam is exactly what we've learned that week/ unit. Overall great professor and class style.
I want to start this by saying I've always done very poor in all math related classes, so needless to say I was pretty nervous to take this course. However, this professor completely changed that for me. I cannot express just how much I love her teaching style. She makes so easy to understand. I definitely recommend her class!!!
Guys if you are unsure about a math class TAKE THIS! She is so so helpful, literally says to email her with questions and she responds so quick. Everything is easy to follow along and understand. It is kind of a lot of work at the start BUT STICK WITH IT. If you follow the lectures, do the problems, and take notes you can do it!
Kattman is a very straightforward person. Her class is easy with lots of online lectures for you to watch in case you have issues understanding a concept. She responds quickly to questions you may have about the course. I would highly recommend taking her course to complete your statistics requirements.
Jennifer is an amazing instructor. She made Statistics fun, even for us non-math students.
Professor Kattman was a wonderful professor, originally I was really struggling with statistics but she made herself available outside of class to make sure I was successful. I do not think I would have passed without the help and care of her.
This was an extremely easy class. The topics were covered excellently, with in-depth lecture videos & outlines/notes that were very easy to follow along. The material consists of practice problems, discussions, (+practice) quizzes, & (+practice) exams. It's very doable to finish the class early, as you can work ahead on modules. 100% recommend!
she was very easy to reach, gave many e
I had Kattman for Sociology Stats during the summer. The day before the semester started, she opened the course so we could work ahead if we wanted to. The way she structures the class and allows you to work ahead makes the class easy to take at your own pace. Whenever I made small mistakes on quizzes, she let me correct them for partial credit.
Professor Kattman is an amazing instructor. She is funny, inspiring, and has a way of making statistics genuinely enjoyable. I really enjoyed her class and felt motivated to explore statistics further afterward. She is approachable, easy to talk to, and provides thoughtful, helpful feedback.
I took Jennifer's 8 week Intro to Stats in Sociology course. She's a really kind and caring professor who wanted to make sure we all passed the course. Lectures were easy to follow. I'm terrible at math and I got an A+ in a course for the first time in years. She also provided additional resources for those who were interested in social research.
She genuinely wants her students to get A's in her class. Her lectures provide step-by-step process on how to complete every problem in her class, and she is quick to answer any questions you might have! She gives a ton of extra credit! As long as you do the assignments and watch the lectures (which aren't long at all), you'll get an A.
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