3.6

Josephine Kiteou

Languages - University of Southern Indiana

3.6
Quality
3.4
Difficulty
100%
Would Retake
89
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3.6
Quality
3.4
Difficulty
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Helpful
3.6
Clarity

100%

Would Retake

89

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What Students Say

If emailed will give extra credit

HUM211 - 4.0 rating

and you can't go back and change your answers

HUM211 - 2.0 rating
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50%

Textbook Required

100%

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Predicted Grade

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74% confidence
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Grade Distribution
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Based on 8 reported grades
A: 4
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C+: 1
A+: 1
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Reviews (89)
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FREN101
Nov 3, 2003

A brilliant linguist, very responsible, always prepared for class, always helpful. Returns papers promptly, a fair grader. She's gorgeous.

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FRENCH
Grade: B
Mar 24, 2004

nice lady. knows what she's talking about. fun to be in class with her.

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HUMANITIES
Oct 20, 2004

She was very rude and not helpful. She was also very moody, one minute she would be laughing, and the next she would be yelling.

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HUMANITIES
Oct 26, 2004

take it, she is cool, lots of reading though but you learn she makes peoples talk in class all the time, i learned much

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HUM212
Jan 12, 2005

talk about a hard class! i wanted to shoot myself after every class. there is way too much reading. she was very tempermental and pissy. if you had an opinion that was different than hers, you got docked points. the class royally sucked ass. the only easy thing were the tests, they werent bad.

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HUM211
Apr 3, 2005

Lots of reading... lots of note taking .... lots of writing. Do not take this class!

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HUM212
Apr 4, 2005

great class......a lot read and write

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HUMANITIES212
May 7, 2005

Class can be a load, but its humanities so it was kind of expected. Kiteou is a good teacher though. If anyone has to take humanities, I would recommend her.

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HUM212
Jun 10, 2005

OMG this lady is an amazing professor she is a lot of fun and she really tries to get the class into what she's teaching...she makes a not so interesting topic interesting and i would recommend her for any class

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HUM212
Jul 16, 2005

At first, I thought this teacher was going to be mean. She does not like talking or eating in her class...AT ALL! But she actually turned out pretty nice. Has a great sense of humor and is fun to be around. I learned a lot in her class. I would recommend her to other students.

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FRENCH
Aug 31, 2005

I had 3.5 years of french before taking her class and it didn't prepare me at all... but she's a great teacher!

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FRENCH101
Sep 28, 2005

She's smart, and really knows what she's talking about. She's demanding (which can be good or bad), high strung, and a little rude. I plan on taking this class with another teacher. But, I would recomend her if you really want to get something done, fast.

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FRENCH101
Oct 3, 2005

very poor teaching, needs to go to highschool

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HUM211
Nov 8, 2005

I think that this professor needs to take a few refresher courses on how to teach. She does know her content area which is good, but she has absolutely no idea how to be a respectful, good teacher. I think she brings her own opinions in too the class way too often and she has no respect for her students... gain it to earn it lady.

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FRENCH101
Nov 16, 2005

She is a decent teacher, when grading she is very demanding, she tends to favor older students, has a good sense a humor and isnt afraid to critisize you, lots of in class participation.

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HUM212
Dec 3, 2005

She knows the material, she expects you to know it too, and Lord help you if you come to class unprepared because she sets every class up as a discussion. She is probably one of the best professors in the department.

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FRENCH102
Jan 30, 2006

Very smart prof, knows her material. Finally it got through I am getting good grades but it takes hard work. Also the person you attacked the prof for being pregnant must be a very sick student and very bitter

3.0
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FRENCH101
Jan 30, 2006

she knows the material, but i agree she needs to go to high school...she wasn't as bratty (for lack of use of better words) until she go pregnant

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FRENCH102
Mar 22, 2006

She grades hard, no homework really, just quizes and tests...

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FREN102
May 5, 2006

She really beats the material into ya...but she is an awesome teacher overall. I think that if she didn't grade as hard as she does I wouldn't have learned as much as I did. She makes sure that you're prepared for the next French course. Loved her...As long as you do your work..she'll love ya!

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HUM211
Apr 10, 2007

She's poinlessly hard; guaranteed to bring your gpa down.

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HUM211
Apr 10, 2007

smart and sharp. dont try to bs her, she will call you out. great class. fav prof.

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HUM211
Apr 13, 2007

She has an accent that hard at first to understand. I like her alot and find her class very interesting and she knows her stuff. but i think 50% of the class has dropped since the beginning of the semester. I learned alot and enjoyed the challenge

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HUM211
Apr 17, 2007

If you are looking for an easy A this is NOT the class.Lots of work but you learn.Interesting stuff.

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HUM211
May 11, 2007

Test are extremely hard. I got A's on all the papers and quizes but they are worth nothing compared to the test. Even though I got A's on everything but the test I still just barely passed avoid if possible.

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HUM211
May 16, 2007

Great Prof! Class does contain a lot of material, but tests are not hard if you study for them. 8 slides, 8 short answer & 1 essay. She makes it very interesting!!

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HUM211
Jan 21, 2008

At first I thought she was horrible. Always yelling at the class. But it wasn't her that was the problem...it was the class. I really liked her the second half of the semester. Tests are sort of hard...if you actually study, you will do well on the test. The papers are really hard though. Do the work and you'll be fine.

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HUM211
Jan 21, 2008

ridiculous grader, i got a high A on first test, almost failed first paper, though i spent a lot of time on it, her comments sounded like she did not read it. believes a****ographic roman nobody is one of the greatest poets of all time. you better too. i dropped her. she is on a huge ego trip and does not like to give A's for any reason.

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HUM211
Feb 4, 2008

best prof since i started at usi...you need to study a lot for exams and essays but its rewarding at the end. I learned a lot from being in class...she makes presentations fun and allows discussion a lot.Big on participation.

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HUM211
Feb 25, 2008

I agree her classes are interesting.I took both her classes.Her tests are difficult and essays too.She comments too much on essays and her writting is not good.I enjoyed the classes.I reccommend these classes for good studetns only.

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HUM212
May 12, 2008

I loved her! she is a great teacher, but her tests and papers are a little rediculus. other than that she is great. participate in class, it will make it a lot easier.

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HUM211
Jun 9, 2008

scary at first but I loved her as a prof! those tests and essays are crazy hard.I am not going to take her for another hum because she grades hard for a core class. Be prepared to study or take someone easier. She is a great prof though...

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HUM211
Aug 23, 2008

A magnificent teacher. She may not be a PhD, but you will fill the need to call her Dr. simply because she has a great knowledge of the subject. To get an A on her papers, all you have to do is look past the pages, and into the questions and meanings that are not literally on the page, I recieved an A on all of her papers by doing this.

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HUM212
Apr 3, 2009

I took her on the web. She should be an English teacher instead. You have to write an insane amount of analyses. You also have to read other literature and analyze that which she is very confusing on what she wants. She changes her mind with the wind. I won't take her again. She comments on your analyses and is very sarcastic in doing so.

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HUM211
Apr 5, 2009

HORRIBLE. I will never ever take this professor again. I admit she is extremely knowledgable, but she does not accept any opinions that are different from hers. She is utterly terrifying the first few days of class, and she wonders why people don't want to speak up in her class. She grades crazy hard. I don't recommend her to anyone.

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HUM212
Apr 6, 2009

Lots and Lots of busy work! took the class online and there is a ton of homework to do for each week. she will comment on every little thing. Its seriously annoying. On some of her papers its hard to know exactly what she wants. I would not suggest this class to anyone.

3.0
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HUM211
Apr 9, 2009

I LOVED HER! SHE WAS SOO SCARY THE FIRST FEW CLASSES BUT SHE WAS JUST TRYING TO WEED OUT PEOPLE WHO WEREN'T GOING TO WORK. I NEVER OPENED MY TEXTBOOK ONCE. THERE IS A COUPLE OF PAPERS. YOU HAVE TO STUDY FOR THE TESTS A LOT BUT IF YOU TAKE NOTES IN CLASS YOU WILL BE FINE. YOU ALSO HAVE TO READ A COUPLE OF PLAYS. OVERALL I LIKED HER, SHE WAS FUN!

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HUM211
May 4, 2009

do not take this teacher. she makes the class way harder than what it should be. i mean, its a core class and she thinks you should spend all your time focused on her class. again...do NOT take her

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HUM211
May 6, 2009

I really liked her too. if you study for the tests you will be OK. fun class.

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HUM211
May 8, 2009

liked her A LOT. you must study HARD for tests and you will be fine. go to class too, take notes. she is alright. you dont need much to pass this class.go to class and study for the test HARD.

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HUM211
May 11, 2009

This teacher was VERY difficult. I'm used to getting all A's and I had to work very hard to get an A with this professor. She is nice and I learned a lot but I thought it was just too much work for a core class...

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HUM211
Jun 6, 2009

tests are hard but not that hard that you cant pass. you need to study if you want a good grade and she is a fun professor. she gets mad if you dont speak in class during discussions.

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INST101
Oct 30, 2009

she cannot take other peoples opinions and calls students names if she does not agree with them. the MOST unprofessional prof i've had at this school, and i've been there for 4 years.

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HUM211
Nov 12, 2009

I would recommend staying away from this teacher.Some days she can be nice and funny, but others she can be very hateful, if you dont agree with her keep your opinions to yourself because what she thinks is the only thing that matters. her tests are hard but if you study you can get through them.

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HUM211
Dec 14, 2009

fav prof so far. must speak in class.study for the exams cause they count more.

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HUM211
Dec 16, 2009

i liked this class a lot. going to miss humanities. I agree study a lot for the exams and speak in class.

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HUM211
Mar 29, 2010

Cool!

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HUM211
Apr 15, 2010

She seems very intimidating, but if you meet with her one on one you will see that she is really very sweet and helpful. She knows what she's teaching very well and is very reliable. Her tests are very detailed and you have to do a lot of studying. Grades are only tests and quizzes, so take her if you actually want to learn not for a blow off.

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HUM211
May 7, 2010

liked the class and professor going to miss it!

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INST101
Aug 25, 2010

Her strong mood (whether positive or negative) is a factor that influences the learning environment in class on a daily basis. This teacher can be a bit of a gamble; must be willing to handle a bit of imbalance. She has favorites. Talk alot in her class, even if when you do, she appears to dislike what you have to say. Its a 101...so have fun!

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HUM211
Oct 28, 2010

I loved her! She is a bit intimadating but she knows her stuff. she doesnt use the book and if you show up for class take good notes, and study it should be an easy grade. She makes class interesting and I always left feeling like I learned something, Great professor!

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HUMA211
Nov 6, 2010

Great teacher. You will learn so much, but you must study, study, study! I think she is one of USI's best professors. I have learned more from her than any of my other professors. She needs a raise!

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HUM212
Jan 2, 2011

She has no problem tearing you apart! She's great, keeps the class interesting, always encouraging her students to look at things differently, gets pissed off when no-one will say anything, and if you need help with anything she'll help you out.

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HUM211
Jan 30, 2011

Dr. Kiteou is a very passionate professor that can seem intimidating at first. She encourages her students to "know the world they live in" and to "take the path less traveled". This class was one of my most difficult classes and you must study, study, and study some more, but you are guaranteed to learn. Take her only if you want to learn!

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HUM212
Mar 3, 2011

Dr. Kietou seems intimidating at first, but she's actually a very nice person. She's an amazing professor who knows her stuff and is very enthusiastic about sharing her knowledge. She truly cares about her students and their learning experience. She's so animated and humanities have never been more interesting. Going to class is enjoyable.

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INST101
Apr 6, 2011

Dr. Kiteou is by the best professor that I've had. She honestly cares about her students, and will go out of her way to help you. She says whatever she wants during class and is not afraid to make you uncomfortable. Take her for any class you can.

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HUM211
Aug 29, 2011

This has been my favotire class ever at USI, as well as my favorite professor. Her class was always interesting and you could tell she loved her job. It was easy for me because I love history. The only downside to my class was the guy that always got so mad, cussed, and wanted to fight everyone.

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HUM211
Nov 12, 2011

Dr. Kiteou loves what she teaches. She is not an easy professor. You must work for your grade. But if you are willing to put forth the effort, she will make sure you succeed. She teaches in a way so that the material impacts you and you actually retain what you learn. She is a five star professor, hands down!

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HUM211
Dec 12, 2011

Seems a little harsh at first, but she is really nice. Don't forget to do the online quizzes; she won't let you make them up. Mid-term and final are both over lecture notes, so try and attend as much as possible. The class is overall pretty easy and very interesting.

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HUM211
Mar 29, 2012

I loved going to her class! Even though I could have skipped, I wanted to go. I like how challegengeing she is. She makes you thibot things

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HUM211
Apr 20, 2012

Her humanities class is easy. I went to 5 classes all semester and just barely fell short of an A. (So you should probably go to 6) She is really grough, like others have pointed out, but if you can put up with it than you should take this class.

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HUM211
Jun 19, 2012

Very easy class. Attending the lectures is optional, but some questions on the tests are from lecture. The tests and homework for this class was all online. Kiteou is very enthusiastic in lecture, she can get very exited about teaching and can also get mad when students don't co-operate. One of the more interesting lectures I've been in.

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HUM211
Oct 7, 2012

She is different, and I think people misunderstand her sometimes! She can come across as harsh, but is actually super nice and she's very entertaining. Class isn't mandatory, but I love going. She's passionate about it. We have 3 online tests and that's it. Pretty easy class, involves a little studying before the tests, but nothing overwhelming.

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HUM211
Nov 4, 2012

She can be overwhelming and loud at times, but she is an awesome professor. She's very passionate and knowledgable on all of the material covered. Class isn't mandatory, but if you go to class and pay attention, the tests are a breeze. Highly recommend!!!!

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HUM211
Nov 6, 2012

I absolutely loved this class! I understood everything that she talked about, she did very well making it to where us students could easily remember it. She can be very blunt, but she means well. Our tests/quizzes where done online &I liked that. There were no papers to write, that was a plus! I recommend taking her for sure! She's awesome! :)

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211001
Apr 4, 2013

Very easy class! Only three tests that are all online done out side of class! Recommend her class to anyone. Forum class no attendance

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HUM211
Apr 4, 2013

Shes crazy and scary at first but extremely funny. 3 online tests the whole semester, nothing else. no papers. fun class. I never used the textbook because she talks so much in depth and its actually interesting so you listen and understand. powerpoints all online which is what is mostly on the tests. easy peasy! recommend! (:

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HUM211
May 3, 2013

This woman makes you feel dumb if you try to answer a question in class and doesn't give you any type of help as far as what notes to take. her test are online but are 50 questions and you have 50 minutes to take them....and you can't go back and change your answers! TAKE A DIFFERENT TEACHER!!!!!!!!!!!

4.0
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HUM211
May 8, 2013

This class is super easy. All she does is lecture--but its entertaining because she's very colorful. She's very brunt. If you speak out, you had better know the answer; otherwise you should keep your mouth shut. If you have a low self esteem and can't take criticism, don't raise your hand. She's very knowledgeable and you'll learn a lot.

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HUM211
May 8, 2013

This class was much easier than the other humanities course I took. No outside reading or homework is required. I didn't open my textbook once or study for any of the tests and still received a B in the class. If you attend the lectures and print off her PowerPoints, you'll do well in this class.

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HUM201
May 14, 2013

Easy Class. Grades are based only on tests and quizes which are all done online. The textbook is barely used.Attendance isn't mandatory, but it helps to go because she empasises the major testing points. She is very enthusiastic about teaching, and if you answer a question in class without fully understanding it she will try to humiliate you.

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HUM211
Jul 7, 2013

You are only graded on 4 tests and some quizzes. They are NOT based off her lectures.

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HUM211
Oct 13, 2013

She is an awesome lecturer. She is super funny and keeps the class very interested in her lectures. Time flies in that class. You only have 4 online tests. You will get an a if you go to her class and takes notes on WHAT SHE TAKES ABOUT NOT WHAT IS ON THE SLIDES.The class is super easy if you take notes. No book needed!

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HUM212
Nov 9, 2013

She's going to be intimidating at first, but trust me, you won't regret taking the class. She's really a great and funny teacher. She's got a hardcore personality, but she's really not that bad. You never need the book and her tests are based off all her lectures. If you attend class EVERYDAY and TAKE NOTES, you will get excellent grades.

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HUM211
Dec 9, 2013

Listen to her. One of the very best Professors at USI. You only fail yourself in her class.

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HUM211
Grade: A
Dec 9, 2013

Awesome class!

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HUM211
Dec 11, 2013

Very difficult to hear.For a core class you will have to study more than you do for your own major.Even with going to lecture and taking notes,I never got higher than a 75 on a test and am an A student.Testing is online and one minute per question, and you can't go back at all. I learned in this class but my grade doesn't show it. Take someone else

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HUM211
Dec 18, 2013

take notes every class if u want to pass with a decent grade. no book needed.

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HUM211
Dec 20, 2013

Do not take this class with her! Every test is online and those are your only grades, and most of the material was not covered in class in as much detail as it was on the tests. I got a C in this class which is the lowest grade I've received in college. Stay away!

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HUM211
Grade: C+
Feb 4, 2014

She is very rude and her lectures are boring. There are only three grades for the whole semester, which are three tests online. The tests are open note and open book, but are very hard. If you get a bad grade on just one test, your grade is done for the semester since there are only three. Don't buy the book. Don't take her.

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HUM211001
Apr 1, 2014

Very harsh and will embarrass you if you answer a question incorrectly in class. Do not buy the book; all tests are based on lectures. I've attended every class and taken notes and the tests are still difficult.

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HUM211
Apr 7, 2014

She has a slight sense of humor but is not a good teacher. She is very hard to understand and she doesn't teach based off any notes, only straight from her brain. Only three grades make up your whole grade, which are three 50-question exams that are very hard and most of the time do not come from the notes or book. GOOD LUCK if you take her. Sucks.

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HUM211
Grade: A+
Apr 10, 2014

easy easy for me. didnt have to show up in class but I liked it so I kept going. great prof.

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HUM211
May 7, 2014

Awful professor. Very hard to understand. Calls students out in class and is very rude. Grade is based on only 3 tests. They are all online and open note/book but ate still very hard. Do not recommend her.

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211003
Grade: A
Oct 26, 2014

Print the notes, listen in class.

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HUM211
Grade: B
May 3, 2015

She is a very interesting. I never went to class... ever. Maybe 4 or 5 times a month, and I got a B. All her tests are online. Find a friend and take them together, and you'll be fine. DO NOT BUY THE BOOK, and beware of her TA (although he can be funny, he's kind of a know it all)!

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HUM212
May 4, 2015

Although she is a really good person and a good professor her exams are difficult and you only have 3 exams. I am an A or B student and I received a D in this course. Which should not have been so difficult, considering it is a core.

4.0
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HUM211
Grade: A
Oct 19, 2015

Professor Kiteou is much more friendly than she seems on the surface, and can come off as intimidating. However, there is no homework, and as long as you take extremely detailed notes on the slides for the online tests you will pass with an A. Sit near the front if you don't want to be called on during lectures. If emailed will give extra credit.

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HUM211
Grade: A
Jan 23, 2018
Would take again

By far my favorite professor I had during my four years at USI. Wish I had been able to take another class with her, but never got the chance. Not a piece of cake class, but definitely worth it. Put the effort in and you wont regret or forget the class.

Respected
Skip class? You won't pass.
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Class Info

Attendance Mandatory

50%

Textbook Required

100%

Grade Predictor

Your expected effort level

LowHigh

Predicted Grade

A-

74% confidence
Based on 8 grades
Most common grades:
A (4)
B (2)
C+ (1)
Grade Distribution
A(5)B(2)C(1)D(0)F(0)A-/B+(0)
Based on 8 reported grades
A: 4
B: 2
C+: 1
A+: 1
Common Tags
Respected (1)
Skip class? You won't pass. (1)
Amazing lectures (1)
Rating Trend

Stable

+0.09 avg change
Apr
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Last 6 months
Ratings by Course

211003

5.0

(1)

FREN101

5.0

(1)

FREN102

5.0

(1)

HUMA211

5.0

(1)

211001

4.0

(1)
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HUM211001

5.0

FREN101

4.0

HUMANITIES

4.0

HUMANITIES212

4.0

FREN102

4.0

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