Jennifer Sayasithsena
Political Science - Northern Virginia Community College (all campuses)
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PLS212 - 4.0 rating“Ive always hated politics with a passion, although her class is filled with class discussion, and enough knowledge that even if you didn't know anything about politics, that you'd still understand and pass with an A”
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I was unsure if political science was for me, but Prof. S makes everything so clear and interesting. Great class
She is a great teacher. Very clear in what she expects in class. All you have to do is read the chapters, show up to class to view slides (which she puts on blackboard) and you will pass the class.
Proffesor S was one of my favorite teachers. Very helpful and imformative. I recomend taking any class that she is teaching. Easy A if you do what she asks which is not a very difficult
TAKE HER CLASS !!! Do what she want you to do ! and you will be fine , one more thing i have no idea why students didn't rate her , she's good professor ! take her all PLS classes ! 2 Exams and 2 Term papers , and also she gave us STUDY GUIDE !! WoOoW !! I LVE HER !!
Thank you for being such a great Professor. I really enjoyed being in your classes. This skills and knowledge I gained in your classes will surely help me in my career. Thanks again for your wonderful teaching.
Dr. Sayasithsena is an wonderful person to have as your professor. She's very helpful and fair. She's not picky with grading her papers and her exams are really easy if you master the study guide she gives out. The class involves a lot of discussions between students so be prepared. She's one of the best professors I had in NOVA, highly recommend!
Dr. S knows her stuff and she keeps things in prespective and it very neutral in her teaching so its not partisan!Study Guides are key to all exams as they ARE the exams!! It can also be a funny class at times with debating on questions among the students!!Lots of fun and simple!!
Dr. S makes this subject interesting. The exams are taken directly off the study guides. That being said, if you goto every class and study the study guide you will not need to use your textbook. There were 3 exams and 1 paper, all of which are easy to ace if you go to class and pay attention. She is also extremely helpful/funny.
Great teacher! 1 midterm, 1 final (provides study guides) and an ad analysis paper at the end of the semester which is easy & fun. She is a wonderful woman who knows everything she's talking about. She keeps it extremely interesting and opens class up to discussion. She does take attendance every class. Highly recommend!!! Wish she was at Mason!
She is an awesome teacher! She explains everything very clearly and knows her material. She has an excellent sense of humor that can lighten up a sometimes boring subject. The class has 3 easy tests taken directly from the study guides and one interest group paper. There is virtually no textbook usage either. She is highly recommended!
Dr. SIs just as consistent in 211 as she is for 135. Outstanding class with an outstanding Professor who keeps things simple, interesting with dicussions with some fun and educational material!! There are a couple of Extra Credit Opps that will help your exam grades! Looking forward to the remaining PLS classes with her!!
Great professor! Very clear in her lectures. I really was not looking forward to this class because it didn't catch my attention but I had to because it is one of my reqirements and she made me love this class! Homework is easy and exams aswell. I highly recomend her.
I loved her class! Very easy and she puts all the slides online. We had to analyze 3 articles. She gives you a study guide for their midterm (basically memorize it because its the same). Analyze a political ad paper and the final. She's nice and very easy. Take her!
I loved Mrs.S,her class was amazing.She gives a study guide, which is basically the test,and there is one paper,some homework and extra credit.Overall great class.She is super nice and helpful.I would definitely take her again.
Dr. Sayasithsena is one of the smartest and most passionate professors I have ever had the pleasure of taking. It's not a difficult class, but you get so much out of it because she's such an amazing teacher. Also, she's really cute. I recommend her 110%.
She is am AMAZING teacher I loved her everything is easy in class she made it so interesting! She gives out study guides for the test and the test has the same exact questions we barley used the book! 4 assignments that are easy 4th is optional and one 3-5 page essay easy A!!
Very nice, smart, and caring teacher. Review guides ensure you know the material on the exams. Classes can get boring if you are not into politics, but not too bad. Overall great class, learned plenty, and as long as you show up, and do the homework should not be a problem getting an A.
I'm going to miss Dr.s S! This was my 4th and final class with her and they do not come any better or any more clear, concise, or consistent than her. All other posts on her grade structure should make it simple enough... DO NOT PASS up a chance to take a PLS class with her if you need it!
Take her!!!! She's so nice and very good at presenting the lecture material. Never thought twice about whether I wanted to go to class or not. Gives study guides,and no textbook needed.
Prof. S is so nice and kind and genuinely cares about her students. Her lectures could get boring (but my class met for nearly 3 hrs) Her exams are easy. Q's are generally taken straight from the study guide & goes over everything before hand. One final project at the end of the semester. Overall, I really loved her class and deff recommend her!
Wonderful professor. Personable and knowledgeable in her subject. Class was at 8am on Fridays and I was always excited to show up. Study guides for the exams and homework on occasion. Overall great class and professor.
Professor Sayasithsena made 8am classes awesome. She's by far my favorite professor at NOVA. Take this class! Easy A! Online homework assignments, a few tests which she gives you review guides for and supplies answers, and one paper. Super easy class and awesome instructor! I would take classes with her again.
Dr.S is the blast! OMG...I mean I feel so lucky to have her! It's like an elementary school or middle school class with very easy material to learn. LOL. But anyway GReAT class. Just come to class, participate, study, EASY A. SHOW UP AND PASS!!!! You'll not regret being in PLS class with her. She's DOWN on the ground! She's awesome! Take her!
Seriously, best professor ever. The class goes like this: 4 hwks. Drops the lowest grade - don't have to do 1 of them. Lowest grade she gave to anyone on these all semester was an 810. Incredibly easy grader. Midterm and final are the study guides. One ad analysis. You can miss 4 classes or youre dropped. No tb necessary. Theres also extra cred
I'd definitely take her again, in fact i am for PLS 212. She has amazing lectures and yes she does take attendance but if you aren't able to make it to class she posts the lecture slides online. She has a few extra credit opportunities throughout the semester and she also drops your lowest homework grade. She gives good feedback and only 2 tests.
Professor S is great. She's so nice, and loves to connect with students. She feels like "one of us." She's a very fair grader and loves her students. She uses lots of great resources to make the class interesting like movies and clips from Tv showsect., but they are all very vaild to the class. She is very qualified for her subject, taking again.
easy A! 3 test and 4 or 5 homework assignments. i enjoyed that she showed us clips, movies and other media in lectures. no need for textbook!! if you get lower than a B in her class something is wrong with you. The study guides are exactly the same questions as the test. go to class, it counts as a grade!
EASY A! But you also learn something. This has been one of the easiest classes I have ever taken at Nova. She's super friendly and helpful. Only have a midterm and final for which she give out study guides for. (THE SAME QUESTIONS) 4 homework assignments in which she tells you what to write about exactly. Oh and she drops the lowest homework grade
I enjoyed this teacher. She seems fairly self-aware in knowing that a class on government should be discussed rather than just have an arbitrary amount of tasks. So the actual work is slim, 3-4 assignments per semester. The midterm and final (only tests) are directly derived from the study guides, so there's no real reason to stress there.
I love HER! Ive always hated politics with a passion, although her class is filled with class discussion, and enough knowledge that even if you didn't know anything about politics, that you'd still understand and pass with an A. Very straight to the point. very understanding. homework is easy. drop the lowest grade. Take her!
She's awesome. I love Dr.S! All you have to do is come to class and enjoy discussions in class. Very few homework and all because she knows she never wants to put pressure on students and she's understandable and she's sweet. I love making political discussions in class. Take her if you want to be a well informed citizen.
I love her! Took her for PLS 135 and 136 this semester. She is a gem! Her lectures are fabulous and informative. She is open to any questions big or small and is extremely respectful at all time. Her tests are more than fair and her homework is appropriate and beneficial- not just busywork. So excited my fiance will be taking her this summer!
One of my fav teachers. Participation counts, though not officially. Her stuff is interesting. What few assignmentsHW she gives are thought provoking (lowest grade dropped). Exams, just review study guides (2-3) and you'll pass; they are exact same ?s. Her focus is making folks realize the impact of politics on their lives and throughout history
excellent teacher who knows her stuff!
Best pls professor so far. Her lectures are interesting. Her tests are really easy just study the study guide and you'll get an A. She said she would drop grade letter after so many absences but didn't happen to me. definitely would take her again
Professor Jennifer was by far one of the best professors I have had! She is so interesting that it is hard not to like the subject! She uses a great deal of current relevant materials to help us to learn the subject better! She knows her stuff, enjoys it and truly enjoys helping her students. She makes us work just as hard as being at a 4 year col.
She's a good professor, and a nice person, if a bit impersonal. Her class isn't so hard, but it's informative and worth taking. She actually teaches, instead of making you rely on the textbook for everything, and I think that's a huge point in her favor. Show up to class & pay attention, and you'll do fine! I'd take another class with her for sure.
I took the 16 week (regular) semester course and literally the easiest class ever. During class, she goes over material on powerpoint, which are all up on blackboard. The grade consists of 4 blackboard assignments which is just reading an article and responding to a question. No tests other than midterm and final- exact questions from study guide.
I'm not in politics at all but I had to take this class for a credit and she surprisingly made it easy to understand and follow, And eye candy is a bonus
Professor S sounds like a tough professor when you read her syllabus, but she is one of the best professors I've had at NOVA. She is always there to help you and loves talking about government. If you ever have any questions she is more than willing to help and is super nice. I will take her again for PLS 212.
Ms. S is great! Her study guides are exactly what is on the test and she gives good assignments that are really fun to do. Expect long lectures that can be a little boring but she does her best to make them interesting. Good class participation is key and she is a great lady! Taking 212 with her!
Wonderful teacher, exams are easy if you study the study guide! do your work and your golden!
She is the BEST. I would totally take her class again. Only 4 assignments, all are easy and interesting. she has a 5th hw assignment which is to reddem yourself if youv missed an assignment and is optional. Only 3 exams. Study guide is the same as the exam and she gives you the answers to it. Show up to class and you'll get an A.
she is a very good professor. i like the fact she knows her stuff very well but still makes the class easy for the students. her exams are easy as long as you do the study guides. few homework assignments which are pretty easy. i took her over the summer and it was easiest class i have ever taken. she's amazing take her!
Possibly the best professor I've ever had so far in my first year of college. Tests are super easy (no reason to fail), talks professionally, lectures are amazing, would take again.
Only four homework assignments, midterm and final exam. Rest of class in lecture from a slide show. It is a rather easy A, but you will need to pay attention because the questions on the tests are from the slides. Chill woman, very nice and respectable with extra credit opportunities. Would take again.
Professor S was absolutely one of my favorite professors. She knows political science isn't considered the most interesting topic to all, but she definitely makes it interesting. Shes funny, kind, & gives study guides for both tests in this class. (only midterm and final.) 4 homework assignments - quick&easy. Very down to earth and understanding.
Prof. S was amazing. She's funny & keeps her lectures engaging & interesting. American Nat'l Politics was a lot of material, but it never felt boring. Attendance is counted. I took a LOT of notes. There's 5 homework assignments (1 opt), and 3 exams. She's awesome, and I loved her class.
She is a sweetheart and always willing to help. Welcomes questions with a smile and encourages participation. Her syllabus and grading criteria are very clear. Easy homework assignments and the final exam is not cumulative. She also offers extra credit opportunities. Both midterm and final exams are straight from a study guide.
She tried her very best to make lectures exciting and class discussions were awesome! She's so knowledgeable on Pol Sci. One mini-autobiography about yourself and one research paper, both graded very easily. There's an attendance sheet every class so be sure to show up. The study guides are literally the EXACT same as the exams. EC given. Take her!
Prof. S is awesome. She follows the syllabus, and IF there are any changes to it she will let everyone know well ahead of time. There is homework every week, but it's very easy. Tests are almost exactly like the study guides she provides. I rarely used my textbook. Do all the work and you'll pass.
I honestly hate political science, but Professor Sayasithsena made the class enjoyable for me. There were few homework assignments and so long as you address all parts of the prompt (in whatever way you wanted to), there is no way you can't get a 100. There are two exams, and they were almost the same as the study guides she posts for them.
Prof.S is hands down the best professor on campus. Class is super easy. only 2 tests and 1 paper the entire semester.
Prof. S is the best professor I have encountered so far. She is clear, straight-forward, and loves to engage with the class. Her homeworks are easy and her tests are even easier. Very glad I chose her as a professor.
Professor S is a great teacher! Her lectures are entertaining and she is very knowledgeable. She shows a lot of long videos during lectures, but she has a no phone policy. She only has a midterm and a final, and only four homework assignments, so it's important to do all of them in order to get a good grade. A lot of independent research.
Long lectures but she is very insightful and loves when you actively participate in discussions when giving your opinion. Super nice and approachable!
Professor S is the easiest you can get! She gives reviews for the tests, and they literally are the exact reflection of the actual test. MUST TAKE! You can learn a lot from her lectures, as well. She is Super CARING! Few written assignments (which wont take more than an hour! TAKE IT YOU WONT REGRET IT!
Prof. S is the BEST teacher I have ever had at NOVA shes so nice and is willing to help you understand the material. Her lectures are super engaging and her attitude is super positive! I wish there were more professors like her. I 100% RECOMMEND her
She's a sweet heart. I love this class.
Great professor! She relies a lot on PowerPoint through her lectures, which are also available online. There are three tests and four homework assignments. They are all pretty straight forward and easy to get through. Just listen to what she has to say and youll do just fine.
Certain teachers you come across and set the tone for what a perfect teacher embodies. She has proven to be the best teacher I have ever had, her lectures are powerpoint but she relates the topics seamlessly to the textbook. There are study guides which look exactly like the tests. I enjoyed her warm personality, and grace.
Professor S is the best teacher. She is so understanding and assignments are a breeze. 4 assignments and 3 tests the semester. Show up to class and pay attention to the lectures, which she engages you in and encourages participation. Study guides are the exams.
Her class is such a breeze and she is one of the most kind hearted people you will ever meet. I took this class as an elective thinking that i made a really bad choice because its us govt but the way she teaching is the best. Never have i been so fond of someone.
I loved this professor! Her lectures can be quite boring at times but she does not ask for much. Such an easy class, pay attention and show up! Only had 3 exams and all were questions taken directly from the study guide she provides you. A couple essays nothing you cant handle. Very intellectual and cares about your grade.
Professor S is awesome, easily one of my favorite professors and shes willing to help if you ask. She replies to emails quicker then most professors and her tests are covered by the study guides. I HIGHLY recommend her, shes great.
GREAT professor. Show up to class and you will pass.
Professor S is one of the most stress-free professors you'll ever have. We took 3 exams, and each exam had a study guide with questions that almost mirrored the test itself. We also only had 5 homework assignments during the whole semester, and she even drops the lowest grade out of the 5. Never even touched a textbook. Can't recommend her enough!
Best professor ever. Took her for 135 and 140. If you want an A and want to learn without all the stress, take her. Her exams are exactly like the study guide, word for word. Best teacher, trust me. She is so caring and nice and very smart. Wish she could teach all my classes.
i loved her! its a government class but she is not biased. You can't tell what political party she follows and i definitely loved that about her. Her class is easy just show up, pay attention and do the study guide and you will definitely pass. she gives extra credit assignments too.
She's honestly a solid choice if you want an easy A. She goes over the answer to the study guides she provides the class and they mirror the tests. Also, there are only 5 homework assignments. Her lectures are super boring, but passing the class isn't hard.
2 (short) papers, a writing assignment, a midterm, and a final. Everything needed for test is learned in class. She is highly knowledgeable about politics and her lectures were interesting to attend. Attendance is required, miss a certain amount and points will be taken. Super nice, grades quickly.
My major is Political Science and this is by far the best Professor I have ever taken at NOVA. She is very friendly and caring. Her lectures were always informative and very interesting. The exams are literally copy and pasted from the exam study guides. To get a guaranteed 100% A use quizlet and re-type the study guide and just keep studying!
she's an awesome professor I had her for summer and she has 3 journals and 3 exams. her study guide is exactly like her exams you just have to study and memorize her study guide and you'll pass her exams with an A. I would really take her again. you get a grade for attendance also, so show up in class and she's fun.
If you are about to take her class and decide not to, you're making a huge mistake. She's the best!
Prof. Sayasithsena is a really cool professor. The class is very easy, as long as you pay attention to the lectures and turn in the assignments on time. Exams are even more so, she gives you a study guide with questions that will be on the exam, word for word. While the textbook is 'required' as said in the syllabus, we never use it in class.
Dr. Saya is one of the most genuine and passionate people Ive ever met. Highly recommend.
Very kind, fair and reasonable teacher. For a class based on political issues past and present she's very balanced and can represent both sides well without much personal bias. She also gives a decent amount of extra credit opportunity and as long as you follow along in class and read the study guides on blackboard, the tests should be no problem.
I'm not exaggerating when I say that this is literally one of the best if not the best professor at Nova. Very clear syllabus that she sticks to, and as long as you study for the tests you'll get an A! She's also very friendly. We need more professors around like her.
Her lectures are all you need to know for your assignments as well as the tests. Her level of teacher is great enough for you to not need a textbook. Also, the short writing assignments are very rudimentary and she only demands your take of the questions. Also, the research paper is fairly difficult, but manageable if you have good time management.
Prof. S was great!! I had her for two or three classes while at NOVA and I loved her. Very clear grading criteria and nothing was unexpected or too difficult. She was always willing to answer questions and help students. Tests are straightforward, as well as homework and essays.
Professor S. is an outstanding lecturer, and does incredibly well in creating an environment where students engage during class because they want to, and not just because they feel like they have to. I do wish the course content was more relevant and focused to U.S. government, but I understand that decision is mostly out of her hands.
Professor Sayasithsena is one of the best professors in NOVA because she makes students want to be engaged. She is unbiased politically and teaches really well. If you are taking a PLS please take her.
Professor S. is an awesome person. She tries to make her class as interesting as possible and it's really hard not to ignore the information that she shares. It's so relevant to today's society. There are four mini writings, a project, midterm, and final. If you have any issues or need help, go to her office hours. She's super understanding!
I took a few classes from Doctor S. She's very kind and understanding. Her exams and essays is straight from the study guide she gives her student. She's understanding. If you're not a political/government major, her classes gives you the knowledge. Honestly she's the best!!!!!!!!!!
I took three core classes with her simultaneously. Overall, the best professor I have ever studied with. 350 words are not at all enough to describe her! Other NOVA professors should follow in her footsteps as a professor. I highly recommend taking classes with her.
If you dont take her class, you will be making a huge mistake. Shes really good at explain the class material and gives extra examples for better understanding. There are 3 quizzes and 3 writing assignments. Quizzes pretty easy and writing assignments as well! 100% guaranteed that you will pass. One of the best teachers I had
I took her PLS 135 six week course during summer. Shes a great professor, you have three writing assignments, two exams and then the final. Her lectures are really thorough and easy to understand, she responds quickly to your emails, and in general the course is fairly easy if you do your work. I highly recommend her!
She is really nice. Make sure to do the homework or you won't pass the class. I took her summer online class and she was understanding about any complications you may have. Test were straight from the study guide!! :)
Such a nice lady! I took her Zoom course over the summer and really enjoyed her class. She is very respectful to all of her students no matter their political views. All of the discussions in class were very appropriate and everyone was respectful of one another. Her tests and assignments are all super easy as well. Would recommend her!!!
Im majoring in political science, and professor Jennifer is hands down the best ever. Her class is perfect. You only have three tests and the study guides are literally like the exam. Take her, I strongly recommend.
Liberal professor But she is still kind to those with other opinions. Study guides are identical to test so make sure you do them. Has weekly writing assignments but they are short and easy.
Professor Sayasithsena is by far the best professor Ive ever had in a while. Shes super caring and organized. Her syllabus is clear and solid and she sticks with it accordingly. The assignments are very manageable as well. I had her class in the mornings and I didnt mind one bit because of how nice and bubbly she is.
Great engaging discussions during lectures. The class consisted of 3 papers that were all interesting and I was able to improve with each paper because of her feedback. We also had 2 exams (midterm & final) that were open note and straight off the study guides. Professor S was also very kind and knowledgeable, really loved this class!
You have only a couple of things to be graded on which arent too bad. She is AMAZING and caring. She will LIRETALLY hold your hand throughout the semester. There were only a couple of papers to submit and the test. She will give you a study guide and discuss it during class. She even gives extra credit. Easy A
I couldn't recommend Prof. S enough!! I took her classes before and during the pandemic, and there's no difference in the quality of her teaching. She'll always take the time to answer any questions you have about class, or just politics in general. Even if you don't have to take a PLS class I would recommend her!! You'll learn a lot, I know I did!
I very much enjoyed this class! The prof is so nice. Her lectures weren't boring at all. She is very knowledgeable about her subject and is willing to explain anything the students don't get. Her class was fairly easy. I used the textbook to help me on the key term quizzes. Not a lot of work. She is so willing to help us. She gives study guides.
Hands down an amazing professor. Sweetest and most caring professor. Study guides are exactly like the Exams, if you do them. Writing assignments and a local meeting summary make for an easy A. Great lectures and easy homework. She provides a lot of feedback and helps you if you reach out. TAKE HER she is the best. Wish I could've taken in person.
Theres five essays but the lowest gets dropped and if you do great on the first four you dont need to do the last. One local meeting summary between 1-2 pages, and she helps you find meetings depending on which jurisdiction you want. Three exams, she gives study guides for each exam and they are exactly like the exam. Take her she is great !!!
Professor Sayasithsena is amazing!! She is super clear about all the assignments that are required and she is very considerate of her students. Super kind and as long as you go to class and do the work you'll pass.
Professor Sayasithsena is hands down one of the best political science teachers at NOVA. She had a variety of discussion boards. I loved doing the discussion boards. She had open note quizzes and open note exams. Overall, one of the best professors.
I loved Professor S! She was passionate and knowledgeable about government and politics, and got me really excited to get more involved. Her tests and homework were very straightforward and fair, and even though it was easy work, I learned so much! She also gives very helpful and encouraging feedback on assignments. Awesome and sweet woman.
Absolutely amazing. Im not a political science major, I was simply just fulfilling a core class requirement. I decided to take political science instead of a boring history class. Professor S made me want to switch majors because of the way she taught her class and how engaged she is with students. She truly is one of the best prof ive ever had.
I do not like American politics but professor S made it fun. Each week there was a discussion due on a video or article she chose. All tests have a study guides and are open note. The tests are the same as the study guide, so it is an easy class. If you need a political science class I highly recommend professor S you won't regret taking her class.
She's an exceptional teacher and she cares so much about her students. She gives good feedback when you write the writing assignments (there are five in total) and the tests are relatively easy. However, you do have to plan out the tests ahead of time because you will run out of time. I cannot recommend her course enough!!
The best thing about this class is that everything on her exams come from the study guide. Its very easy to pass this class! All you have to do is keep up with the homework and quizzes. Definitely an easy A. The professor is also extremely kind and understanding. So knowledgeable! This is your sign to take her class. You wont regret it.
Best Professor I've had in a long while, Caring, she makes the class interesting, accommodating if warranted. Give great feedback, engaging, leaves her political views out of classes. I can't say anything more than what's been said in her other reviews. She is awesome. So glad i had her class. Looking to taka another again
Prof. S was nice and the class was extremely easy. If you're interested in government, I would recommend her. Class was a bit bland because it was an eighty-minute lecture every class. She made sure to relate what we were learning to current events which made the information more engaging. If I had to take another gov class, I would choose her.
Lectures are great, homework is helpful, tests are easy.
Professor Sayasithsena is really kinda and knowledgeable. She really seems to know every in and out and every tiny detail about politics and government. She does a very good job of staying unbiased, and I'm glad that I had the chance to take her class. Easy class but it is also very interesting. Fantastic professor!
I had the privilege of taking her class last semester! I absolutely loved her classes, she made government sound so simple. I would recommend her if you love learning about gov, if you're new to gov, or if you're taking this to fill a credit. She's just great!
Professor S. has a wealth of knowledge and a relatable approach to teaching. The class had a reasonable workload. No surprises on exams. I learned a lot, and I'm a more informed citizen now. Having her as a Professor helped ensure that Public Administration was the right direction for me. The class was that interesting of an experience.
Love Prof S, she's really knowledgeable and makes keeping up with politics not seem so overwhelming. She's very light on homework, and her tests are super manageable. She's just also a really cool person and wants you to pass, so she's not going to try and make school any harder than it already is.
Prof. S was such a caring and competent professor, she alway encouraged discussion and made class very fun and entertaining. Four writing assignments throughout the semester, Three exams, no "final". Exams were super easy, the same as the study guide she provides you. She was always very reachable outside of class and empathetic. HIGHLY recommend!
professor Sayasithsena is by far the besttttt professorI I had in the one subject I struggled with the most. She made sure that she keeps in mind that no everyone in her class is into the subject as much as other who might be majoring in it which I found extremelyyyy helpful as a person who only needed this class for credit.
Professor S is one of the best. Even if you're not into politics, she makes the course interesting.
Professor provides study guide which is the best. Tests and Final are similar to study guide. Majority of the study guide come from the Textbook which helped me. No lockdowns. Doesn't mind answering a lot of questions. Assignments are not that bad.
I took her for 3 of 5 of my political science courses (I'm a poli sci major) and she is THE BEST! Every class had a different grading format based on the assignments that were required for the course but they were all easy to understand. She is very prompt to answer outside of class and is a very fair grader. If you can take her, do it!!
She is my favorite person! She was so kind and a wonderful instructor. She cares about her students. She takes attendance everyday, but I didn't show up a single time for the last three weeks of class (first due to a death in the family, then I just stopped because I had a guaranteed A) and she still gave me a 100% for attendance.
I took Professor Sayasithsena's 6 week summer course and it was a really fun class, I love the way she teaches and makes everything so easy to understand. She's very nice and kind and I would definitely recommend her to anyone!
Take her; she is a wonderful professor and a straightforward grader.
Took this class thinking I was gonna absolutely suffer as I suck at memorizing and am not really into politics. Professor Jennifer provided the class with a great number of resources for study purposes which was a great help for me. Just make sure to attend every class for the credit!
You see her ratings, pick her class.
I am really into Political Science and this being my first college course on the matter I was uncertain of what to expect. I now know why her ratings are so high. Her lectures are great and she allows a healthy dialogue in class. Furthermore, she grades relatively well on time and I can see she is passionate about helping her students.
She is the best teacher I have ever had. Caring and amazing, she provides the book and the audiobook for free. You have many opportunities to earn points besides the exams, and she answers emails promptly. you can mark your own attendance during class time. I would definitely take more classes with her, and I strongly recommend her to you.
One of my favorite professors. She basically ensures that her students pass her class. Might get a bit overwhelming with the writing assignments, but other than that, she gives reliable study guides for the exams.
Professor S. is one of the best professors I've had at Nova. She was always active and would reply very quickly. The grading is simple and shown in the syllabus. Take this class and choose her you'll learn and have a good time in the class.
Honestly one of the best political science classes I've taken at NOVA. It's really engaging to listen to her lectures, and if you have the option, I'd take the class in-person. She communicates well and is very understanding to any situations that may arise. Out of all of the political science teachers, I'd recommend taking her.
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