3.9

Karen Cowden

Reading - Valencia College - East and West Campus

3.9
Quality
2.6
Difficulty
68%
Would Retake
148
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3.9
Quality
2.6
Difficulty
3.9
Helpful
3.9
Clarity

68%

Would Retake

148

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What Students Say

this teacher is by far the worse teacher i have ever had in my entire life

ENC0001 - 1.0 rating

Took her online class Doesnt respond to emails & if she does is totally rude & unprofessional Adds assignments last minutes has due dates wrong doesnt know anything about what shes teaching so many useless assignments takes forever to grade work will give 0 for assignment if it isnt exactly how she wants it DONT TAKE Easy class but makes it hard

REA0017C - 1.0 rating
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Online Classes

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Attendance Mandatory

95%

Textbook Required

20%

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LOTS OF HOMEWORK (4)
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Reviews (148)
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REA002
May 1, 2007

Very Esay as long as you do your labs in full you pretty much get an a without your test scores.

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REA0001
Jul 24, 2007

She doesn't care about what's going on with your life. all she care about is, you turning in your work.

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REA0002
Dec 1, 2007

She is rude and talks down to students. You do more self learning in this class, she's useless!

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READ0001
Mar 5, 2008

Hey People I just wanted to warn about this teacher if you want to fail after all the hard work you do you can chose as a teacher, but if you really care about your education please i mean please don't chose her when you register for your class. I work so hard I pass all my test with a A she gives me a D in the mid term after all those hard work i

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REA002
Mar 28, 2008

DON"T TAKE HER!!! I took her for an online course. The course was so messed up up and all but two student were failing in this class so she gave us extra credit at the end of the term so we can pass the class. She never write you back until a week later. Sh just don't have it together. If you like to know what you should be doing don't take her

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REA002
Apr 21, 2008

IF YOU WANT TO PASS DON"T TAKE HER!!! She is rude, not helpful at all. Her class is very disorganized. The majority of our class failed. I turned in work that she never even graded me on it I have zeros. I don't know what else to say but save yourself the waste of time and choose anyone but her.....

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REA002
Jun 27, 2008

she might not be so helpful and so caring but she is a good professor and she does want you to pass and to learn the material labs are a pain but very easy and she is not as bad and attendance is critical you can only be absent once and you have to make sure to bring all your materials everyday. she is ok u just have to do your part and she will do

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REA001
Jul 25, 2008

Overall the class is easy...but its so easy u dont need a teacher especially her..she often get very irritated over little things and stops the class,if this class wasnt that easy i prob. would think she cant teach...she often talks about things that are irrilevant to the class and she is very anal about work turned in...dont waste your money...

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REA002
Jul 27, 2008

As long as you show up every day and do all of your assignments you will do just fine. All the assignments are easy you just have to complete all your work and turn it in on time. She does not accept late work. If you like to slack a little and not show up for class find another teacher.

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REA0002
Aug 4, 2008

This professor is very out there. As long you stay on her good side and do the work, you will pass with a c of higher. Beware she is very scarstiac, does not play with homework, and will embrassed you if you don't follow her rules

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REA002
Aug 14, 2008

this teacher does not know ho to teach. she is rude and carefree. you have to really get on her good side in order to pass her class. she is very anal about her work and have to be her way or fail. she will get annoy very easily and will walk out during class. if u want to pass!! dont take her class and waste your money!!

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REA0002
Nov 7, 2008

she is a good teacher but i just feel like she is in her own world and what she says sometimes does not make sense in this planet

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REA0001
Nov 8, 2008

She was a very good teacher.She explains things clearly as. she really hleped me undrstand reading better.Just do your labs and book work and you'll do great.She's a very kind lady and a great teacher.Thankyou Professor Cowden!

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REA0002
Dec 1, 2008

she is very sarcastic, and rude. makes you do useless work in class to make her ego feel better about her teaching. if you miss one lab your grade will suffer. treats you like you are in high school with notebook checks, and checks your book to see if you wrote in it and highlighted. very dumb. take someone else.

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REA0002
Dec 5, 2008

I am glad taht I had her. You have to want to learn to understand her. She just wants us to succeed. She uses analogies, I like when teachers do that it helps the info. stick. You have to ask questions and don't wait until the last minute. If you are good at following directions then you will do great.

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REA002
Dec 5, 2008

She is a good teacher people that are slackers hate her because she expects you to act like a college student..big shocker were in college! Take her she is really nice and sweet to you when you do your work..but what teacher likes a slacker..none...

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REA0002
Dec 5, 2008

Overall, in Professor Cowden class I enjoyed the learning atmosphere and the many things I obtained knowledge in. I am more competent at college level reading and even though it was challenging at times, I loved the fact that she allowed us to become more open-minded when it came to reading. You will be greatly missed!!!

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REA0002
Dec 5, 2008

She put up with my confusion and helped me get it. She was one of my favorites.

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READREAD
Dec 6, 2008

shes a very good professor. just make sure u dont miss any of her skills test or any of her work. it counts toward your grade alot. she may be a little sarcastic sometimes but shes good. not a good class to be late in. trust me i was late and i miss a couple of important information.

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REA002
Dec 7, 2008

This teacher is awsome. this is a easy class all you need to do is show up and participate she is willing to help anyone and if you having a problem in the class all you need to do is tal to her and she will help you 100%. The most easy way to keep a good grade is to make sur that you do your labs they are essy and they basically give you the answe

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REA0002
Dec 9, 2008

Relativiely easy class. She will not repeat herself if you are late. Every bit of info. is important. Teacher is vary helpful if you devote your time to the class. Labs are easy and worth a lot on your grade. I little difficult to comprehend at first but you'll adapt quickly. I would take her class again in a heart beat.

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REA0001
Dec 9, 2008

great teacher. just do your work and you'll be fine. tests are easy.

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REA0001
Dec 11, 2008

Yoooo Dis Teacher right here is pretty cool. She is pretty easy. All you really gotta do is take her tests, do readinglabs & come class. & u will be set. Other than that aint nuttin hard about her class.

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REA0001
Dec 12, 2008

She a great teacher! Just do all your homework and Labs and you'll do great. The only thing is that you might have to make sure she writes the homework down and ask all your questions in class because she doesn't like to write back to emails.

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REA0002
Dec 13, 2008

Wonderful Professor.I had a great time.

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REA0001
Dec 14, 2008

she is an okay teacher but very rude and sarcastic if you do the work you could pass the class the labs suck and she doesnt except make up work. TAKE SOMEONE ELSE!!!!

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REA0002
Dec 15, 2008

Shes a decent teacher. Do you work and your labs and you'll be fine. Although make sure ur phone is off or you will definitely have to sing and she will not hesistate to embarass you! It is very possible to get an A - just do the work - its super easy!!

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REA0001
Dec 15, 2008

she is awesome!!!! she has the whitest teeth EVER!!!! She is very helpful and very kind. BUT...U have to do your work!!!!! if u dont...ur screwed.

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REA0001
Dec 15, 2008

SHE'S A GREAT TEACHER. JUST DO LABS AND PAY ATTENTION IN CLASS AND HAVE EVRYTHING IN YOUR PORTFOLIO AND YOUR GOOD. MAKE SURE YOU DO YOUR HOMEWORK ITS EMBARRASSING WHEN YOU COME IN AND DONT HAVE IT. BUTS SHES A GOOD TEACHER. I RECOMMEND TAKING HER.

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REA02
Dec 16, 2008

thank you for all that you have done for me. It was a pleasure to be in your class

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REAREAD
Dec 16, 2008

she is very fun, and somewhat helpful she is very fast teacher but understandable.I enjoyed her, I would take her again.

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REA0002
Dec 16, 2008

great prof works with you.willgo out of her way to teach you if you ask.

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REA0001
Dec 26, 2008

Professor Cowden is a wonderful teacher, and expects you to be ready for college life when you enter her class, I loved reading the stories in her class in the cirles, they were cool. She really listens to your thoughts on group activities and discussions. Don't miss class, and do all you assignments and go to the lab, you will pass the class, she

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ENC0001
Dec 28, 2008

I think its was extremely fun. I learned how to work as a team. and she's beautiful!!!

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REA02
Mar 29, 2009

she is very nice at first but things quickly change. She has kicked our whole class out 3 times just because we didn't agree with her opinions. She tells you that you are passing and then waits till after the with draw deadline to tell you that your not going to pass her class. I was getting 90% and 100% on all classwork and labs and yet im failing

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REA001
Jun 18, 2009

im still takin prof.cowdens class and i still have no intrest in reading but the point of the class isnt to make me like reading but understand stills to understand what i am reading, shes doin her job. she expects you to be mature and accept consequences that come with doin assignments and not doing them. not the best teacher but she doing her job

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READ0002
Jul 2, 2009

She is a very good professor always willing to help whenever she can she cares about her student succeding but you have to be willing to work hard at it. I would take her if i were you because she gets you prepared for the State Test and i know thats one Test everyone would like to pass and get it over with.

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READ0001
Jul 11, 2009

Mrs. KCodwn is by far the best teacher I ever had. She makes material fun & very interesting. You actualy look forward to her class. I love my teacher!!!

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READI0002
Jul 21, 2009

She is very sarcastic, but I think that she really wants you to pass. It's just hard for you to understand where shes coming from and where she is going.

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REA002
Jul 21, 2009

This class experience was ok, I felt there could of been more clarity in our work and things that are due with course description. At times I felt that I was lost and nothing was clarified. I am glad I passed but wouldn't want to take this course again. The Professor was very nice and the one thing that was great was the fact she would help you.

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REA0002
Jul 23, 2009

She's an ok teacher, a little rude at times and not understanding. I think she needs to realize that the people in her class are not kids, most are adults with family and full time jobs, If we had any idea of what it was like to be back in school after a long time, people wouldn't need to be in that class. The homework was horrible labs were to lon

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REA0002
Jul 23, 2009

She was very clear on what we were doing,it was easy you did your lab work,read the stories and came to class you passed.She makes sure you learn everything and gets you prepared for the comp test.Plus all the stories you read aren't boring,id take her again.

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REA002
Jul 28, 2009

Pushes you to do your best which has been helpful to me. She likes everyone to participate and would call on you if you don't do so which is good because it keeps you listening although I don't like the pressure of being called on. Labs are time consuming but has to be done. She is very nice to all her students. The exit exam is a breeze.

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REA0001
Jul 29, 2009

Students!!! No matter what other students say, Prof. KCowden for this teacher, the only important thing is that all the students know the material to be a succesful reader, to help in our general courses, for us to be able to remember how important is to learn. She is great take her for your classes. I appreciated all her help and patience.

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ENC002
Oct 27, 2009

Professor Cowden is very helpful. You have to just be ontop of your work and have your work ready. She is a very nice Professor. She expects us to have everything cause this is College and she EXPECTS us to act like ADULTS not children :) You should deffenitly take her in your class.

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REA0002
Dec 18, 2009

Prof. Cowden its a great teacher. She had everything planned the whole class on the calender, which was very easy to read..If you failed her class then you didn't put any effort in doing your work. Not that hard, but a good about of homework/labs. I would def take her for another class if she taught anymore.

2.0
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REA0002
Dec 21, 2009

From going to this class from day one we had a disagreement. Be carefule do not disagree with her on her opinions she had a grudge the entire class and messed up my GPA by giving me a WF when i was passing the class with a 87. Not very understanding and treats everyone different.

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REA0002
Apr 23, 2010

ONLINE: She was extremely friendly and eager to help in any way. A lot of students including myself needed additional help and she provided us with the resource to receive help. I had questions about my grades and no matter how many e-mails I sent to her she always replied and eager to offer assistance. I would take her course if I had to again.

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REA0002
Apr 23, 2010

Very eager to help her students do well in the class!

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REA001
Apr 26, 2010

She is a great teacher. The only thing that I did not like about her class was the lectures she expected us to learn from the book and lab and then give us a brief lecture of the skill and then we take a mastery test.I totally disagree with her style of teaching.Beside from the lecturing she is an ok teacher.

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REA002
Apr 30, 2010

She is a amazing teacher. I had her when I was in high school and I found out that she is a Profeesor now I took her because I know how she teaches and it is amazing. Take her because she teaches the stuff until you get it as a student. She is awesome!!

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REA0002
May 5, 2010

She is a good teacher, but thinks she is a great techer. Very short with her students and doesn't notice how she can be rude. Expects the student to know things as if they took the class already. Has a nice side to her but also can be one sided.

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REA0002
May 14, 2010

Don't take her!She is a rude HIGH SCHOOL teacher

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READI0002
May 20, 2010

Do not take teacher!!!Not a good teacher at all. When taking this class you are basiclly taking teaching yourself. You dont have to come to class. She messed up my grade. She told me my final grade was a "D" but that because she didnt put grades in that i completed. After she did that i passed with a C.

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REA0001
Jun 1, 2010

I can't stand her she think we are suppose to learn by playing apples to apples and free rice.....she is very rude and i hate that mess. we had a disagreement the first week of school and now she tries anything in her might to fail me. Guess what not gonna happen

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REA0002
Jun 9, 2010

She was awesome!! If you dont do the homework or the lab you will fail her class.She will sit down with you and help you through anything your having trouble with. She explains everything very well and if I could have her again as a professor I would def. take the chance to do it.People who say negative things about her are not willing to learn .

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REA0002
Jun 10, 2010

She is a very good teacher!! if you don't do the homework or the labs you WILL FAIL HER CLASS no doubt about it. She is always willing help you with anything. It isnt the easiest class in the world but it isnt the hardest either. She is very intelligent and i urge you to take her if you want to make yourself better at reading.

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REA0002
Jun 14, 2010

Alot of students who take her class fails her class you mean to tell me out of all the students only 3 people passing the class based on the mid term grades thats messed up!

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REA02
Jul 4, 2010

The only problem I had in that class was the teacher. She acts like shes the queen of the world or something and thinks she knows EVERYTHING. She talks down to you like your stupid and likes to degrade you. The class was average. She's just a rude, prissy, stuck up wannabe know-it-all who isn't anything other than a glorified high school teacher.

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REA001
Jul 28, 2010

STAY AWAY, she give a lot of homework and lab and test as well quiz. This woman is not playing. she can teach but all of that is not neccesary. if you looking for an A I STRONGLY suggest you to look for an other professor. TOO MUCH WORK.

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REA0002
Aug 4, 2010

At first the class seem hard but as you go own its a really easy class. As long as you do your homework and labs you will pass. She is always there to help you with anything and by the time you live the class you will definetely be a better reader.

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REA0001
Dec 7, 2010

She treats everyone like children...its very annoying.

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REA0024
Apr 25, 2011

SHE IS VERY PASSIONATE ABOUT HER CRAFT.IF YOU ARE NOT THE SAME ABOUT YOUR EDUCATION DO NOT TAKE HER.I DID NOT LIKE THE CLASS IN THE BEGINNING BUT LATER ON I ENJOYED WHAT SHE DID FOR ME BECAUSE SHE WAS SO HARD THROUGH THE CLASS THAT THE FINAL EXAM WAS A BREEZE AND I PASSED WITH A B AVERAGE.SHE IS GREAT!!!

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REA0001
Jun 22, 2011

Professor Cowden comes across strict, I quickly realized she just wants you to be serious about learning, she is very Passionate,about teaching the atmosphere was relaxing, my only pet peeve was it was so much in a short-time, this was challenging to get research done for my other class.

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ENG202
Aug 1, 2011

She is one of the very best firm,but she means well.you have to show up and be ready.the one's who come prepared pass i do love her. thank you prof. Cowden

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REA0017
Dec 7, 2011

She is the most sarcastic person you will ever meet. She talks down to everyone that asks a question. You will never know what your grade is in her class until after you take her final, so you better do all your work and labs and not miss a single day of class. I passed her class but would not recommend anyone to take her.

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REA0017
Apr 27, 2012

She wasn't helpful at all, she is very tough on grading. Does not curve ANY grade what so ever. I would not recommend her!

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READ007C
May 9, 2012

Thank you for seeing that I really appreciate that. I had fun in your class and I hope the rest of my professors are as upbeat as you. Thanks again Luis.

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REAREAD
May 9, 2012

Professor Karen L.Cowden is a good one.She takes care about all her students. She engages deeply in their success.She is always opened to provide assistance to them. I recommend her to all students who want to master their reading.

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REAREAD
May 9, 2012

Professor Karen L.Cowden is a good one.She takes care about all her students. She engages deeply in their success.She is opened to provide assistance to them. I recommend her to all students who want to master their reading.

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REA0017
Jun 19, 2012

Professor Cowden was a good teacher. One of the few, in my opinion, that had the class engaged everytime we entered.We were a small class this semester and we all were pretty close by end of class. She made it interesting, helpful, and guided us all the way through. I took her class twice, Reading 1 and 11. I would highly recommend her class!

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REA0017
Jun 19, 2012

The best at what she does. Class is very exciting, fun, and learnable. its best to get the early morning class so u can get started on ur homework asap.. cuz its gonna take all day

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REA0017
Dec 14, 2012

I want to take the time and thank you for working with me through the time of this course,your videos and comments have helped me a ton and have prepared me for the rest of my journey in reaching my education goals. You were an awesome prof.and it was an honor to have been taught by you I feel more than ready for my next semester in EnglishComp1

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REA17C
Dec 15, 2012

Professor Cowden is a great professor. She taught reading from her perspective, the book, and online which made it much more interesting and understandable for me. At times she'll be tough but it's only to better you in the long run. She's a heart warming professor and always has the class engaged with her teachings. Her office is always open!

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REA0017
Feb 6, 2013

Professor Cowden is the best teacher I ever had. She had so much patience with me when I was pregnant and gave me so many options so I could try and pass her class. Even though I was not able to complete it ( I was in labor and broke water while the final exams were in session), I would take her class again because she cared and understood me.

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0017CREA
Feb 13, 2013

This Teacher Is Awesome!!!!!! Everything was very very clear of what she wanted done within the course, she works with you and makes sure your not slacking if you haven't turned in any work and the due date is coming up, This is my first online class and I had the Perfect teacher! :D

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REA0017C
Apr 29, 2013

Prof. Cowden was one of the best teacher I have ever had. If you have a question she gets back to you almost right a way. Which believe me is important when you are doing a class on line. She always makes sure you understand what is going on. Her videos are great and are a big help. If you want a great teacher who cares, this is the one!

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REA0017C
Jul 17, 2013

Professor Cowden is an amazing teacher. Once you are in her class you WILL learn something. Students that come to school with the intension to learn will do fairly well. Professor Cowden takes her time to help students individually. Also allows group work so that we can express ideas to peers. Also she is a great confidant. Take this class.

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REA0017C
Jul 30, 2013

She was a little hard to understand in the beginning but, she was a great overall professor and I would recommend taking this class.

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REA0017C32847
Jul 30, 2013

She's a Amazing Professor at the beginning , I found it very hard base on my condition that i just came to school , but i can tell everybody else she's the best professor you can have she help me a lot across the course , she has a lot of knockledge and her will to teach is amazing.

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REA0017
Aug 1, 2013

Mrs Cowden was very helpful. The online class was very easy and she made everything clear. She's very lenient. Overall great teacher.

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REA0017C
Aug 2, 2013

This class is not what I expected it to be. Professor Cowden has such good vibes and really cares about her students. I love how straight forward she is so don't play around. She gives techniques that we never learned in high school. Listen and do all the work she says because its helpful and she wants everyone to pass her class! Enjoy :)

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REA0017C3284
Aug 7, 2013

Professor Cowden was a overall good teacher. Her attitude sometimes wasn't good but she'll make sure you learn and leave her class with knowledge that will help you excel in English comp.

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REA0017C
Aug 11, 2013

Professer Cowden is an overall smart person, she knows exxactly what she is talking about, very confident and helps her students in any way she can. She taught me the best techniques to use when reading. this course starts off a little tough but in time you will be prepared.

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REA0017C
Sep 3, 2013

I feel that the course broke down the very science of reading.Professor Cowden was very helpful in aiding the students. She would take time to schedule appointments for whomever needed assistance and also was dedicated to making each of her students come as close as possible, to perfecting the the art of reading.

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REA0017C
Oct 9, 2013

syllabus did not match calendar, which did not match assignments, this class was all over the place total nightmare for a 1st time student. disappointed based on previous reviews

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REA0017C
Oct 19, 2013

Dont take this class in the shorter term if required. I would not retake or recommend it very confusing class work overload is could have been better if organization was there.

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REA0017
Grade: A-
Oct 28, 2013

She was a great professor! I learned a lot in a short amount of time. The workload is not at all stressful, and all is very beneficial. Professor Cowden was always there to help and always taught things in ways to make it easy to understand! I would highly recommend her as a your professor!

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REA0017C
Oct 29, 2013

Professor Cowden is the BEST! I would recommend her and definitely take her for another class if I could. She made taking an online class so easy and helpful. Keep up with your work and you will get a good grade, slack off and dont participate.. well we all know where that leads. She knows her stuff, and after her class so will you!!!!

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REA0017C
Grade: A
Nov 3, 2013

Professor Cowden is awesome! She makes learning so much fun. At the beginning of the semester I was overwhelmed with the work online since I have never done online work but she makes it so easy. This semester has gone so quickly and I've learned so much in such a short time. She's very helpful and very educated. I 100% recommend her to anyone!

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REA0017C
Nov 4, 2013

She was great. I enjoyed her online recorded lectures, it made it seem like you where in class.

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0017
Apr 30, 2014

I took her for a flex start class and it was the biggest mistake of my life!!! She is an okay professor but very dramatic. If you're willing to learn she will teach you. But you have to be ready for a lot of work. I would recommend this class if you're a dedicate student.

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REA0017C
Grade: Not_Sure_Yet
May 7, 2014

If you are doing this online (First time, its not easy at first when you have to learn how to use different websites and so on. However, every time I needed help or I'm loss. The professor help me, every time. All you have to do is print out her syllabus and follow the directions, if you can do that then you can take her class.

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REA0017C
May 28, 2014

This course has been a great first time experience! Prof. Cowden is very organized, responds quickly to emails & is always ready to help. Lots of video tutorials to help you through the course. The way the course is layed out you will definitely learn the material & feel apart of a classroom atmosphere. Highly recommend this professor she's great!

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REA0017C
Jun 9, 2014

Took her online class Doesnt respond to emails & if she does is totally rude & unprofessional Adds assignments last minutes has due dates wrong doesnt know anything about what shes teaching so many useless assignments takes forever to grade work will give 0 for assignment if it isnt exactly how she wants it DONT TAKE Easy class but makes it hard

4.0
2.0
REA17
Grade: A
Jun 12, 2014

Course material is fairly easy, although at times a bit challenging sometimes. There is definitely a lot of work. But overall a good class to take. When I needed help Professor was very considerate and helped me out.

5.0
2.0
REA0017C
Grade: A-
Jun 16, 2014

Professor Cowden was extremely helpful! Her online course was laid out and explained in very clear detail, and whenever I had any questions, all I had to do was email her, or schedule a phone confrenece with her ! Her youtube videos and class videos are helpful and pertain to the course.

5.0
3.0
REA0017
Grade: A
Jun 19, 2014

Professor Cowden was very professional and helpful. It's a lot of work, I wouldn't recommend taking with another demanding course, but if you do the work you will succeed. Her instructions are very easy and clear.

5.0
1.0
REA0017C
Grade: C
Jun 19, 2014

Ms. Cowden was a joy to have as a online professor she was understanding and actually was helpful and wanted to help you. Also, she was patient I would recommend her online course for every student :) :) :) :) :)

5.0
1.0
REA0017C
Jul 7, 2014

I really enjoyed taking this class. It is a lot of work but you get the grade you work for. She always lets you know how and when she is available. Definitely recommend her class.

5.0
1.0
33879
Aug 3, 2014

Prof Cowden helped me make the transition to school a smooth one. She gave ways to help me get things in order. No prior knowledge of online classes and did Not know how to navigate the system. She was helpful with her time, with explaining the lessons and generous with being available. You will be glad You took her course. Do the work.

5.0
1.0
17283
Grade: Not sure yet
Oct 15, 2014

If you ever have a problem she responds back as soon as possible. I was super confused in the beginning and she made sure she called me and stood on the phone with me until I understood what I needed to do. She is very attentive and her class is great.

5.0
2.0
REA0017C
Oct 15, 2014

Professor Cowden was very helpful. She was clear with what she wanted and expected from you and genuinely cared about how you are doing in her course. She sets up her course where everyone has the opportunity to succeed if they put in the effort.

5.0
4.0
EAP1620
Grade: A+
Dec 3, 2014

I took this class because is mandatory for international student; however, it was a great experience because this class was more than an usual reading class. The classes are dynamic and there is no doubt that your are going to be an active reader if your are part of it. I recommend the Professor Cowden 100% for her professional teaching.

5.0
1.0
001717289
Dec 10, 2014

Even though I wasn't in a physical classroom with professor Cowden. The times we spoke on the phone was good and truly helpful. I was nervous about doing my reading online but she made it really easy. The way she had the coarse assignment set up was very easy and understanding. She is a great teacher to pick for an online class.

5.0
1.0
REA0017
Grade: A+
Dec 11, 2014

Professor Cowden have been an amazing. Her class was the first online I've taken, and she have made it a pleasant one. Professor Cowden provided great feedback and helpful tips for passing assignments and the course. Whenever I reached out to via email, she always responded in a reasonable time frame.

4.0
2.0
CLASS
Jan 5, 2015

This Professor is Excellent, I would take any class with her again. 100%

5.0
2.0
EAP1520
Grade: A
May 13, 2015

Professor Cowden, always is available and ready to help students to achieve their goals. She inspires students to be the best they can be and challenge them to think out the box sort of speak. I can not thank enough Professor Cowden for all her dedication to her profession and the encouragement to her students.

4.0
2.0
REA0017
Jun 29, 2015

Professor Cowden was very helpful, kind and patient. Answers emails in a timely manner and provides great feedback! It was a joy to be in her class!

4.0
2.0
READING 17
Oct 22, 2015

I can not complaint, I enjoy the readings.

5.0
2.0
EAP0420C
Dec 8, 2015

she is a good professor , she is helpful when student ask for help ,make sure you do classwork

4.0
3.0
EAP1620
Dec 8, 2015

she is a good professor and you can actually learn a lot with her but she gives a lot of work. sometimes you can get confused with the assignments. the tests are very easy. she is pretty good.

5.0
1.0
EAP1620
Grade: A
Mar 18, 2016

Professor Cowden is there for you. She is very approachable, and she really wants her students to achieve their best. I enjoyed working with her, and definitely I became a better student, professional and person. I' ll take her lessons with me for the rest of my life. Also, she is very inspiring. Professor Cowden rocks!

5.0
2.0
REA0017
Grade: A-
Apr 24, 2016

We use a website for homework and practice. In one occasion, the website was giving me problems and it wouldn't let me log in, while this problem was being fixed buy the company, she checked in with me every day for one whole week, and let me complete exercises from the book so I didn't lose any credits/homework. She's there for her students 100%.

5.0
3.0
EAP1620
Grade: A
Dec 19, 2016
Would take again

she is great professor. I loved her

5.0
3.0
EAP1620
Dec 20, 2016
Would take again

Great professor,helpful, she gives lot of extra credit you can GOT A easily in her class I recommend her

Gives good feedback
Respected
ACCESSIBLE OUTSIDE CLASS
5.0
3.0
EAP1520
Dec 20, 2016
Would take again

Terrific professor I loved her take her!

ACCESSIBLE OUTSIDE CLASS
Clear grading criteria
Amazing lectures
5.0
2.0
EAP1520
Dec 20, 2016
Would take again

Amazing student an easy A I recommend her!

Caring
EXTRA CREDIT
GROUP PROJECTS
3.0
2.0
ENC0027
Grade: A
Dec 21, 2016
Would take again

At the beginning of the semester she was quite unorganized but this class was easy to pass. Just read the habit book and participate. She can he rude at times but it didn't bother me. As long as my grade was good I was good. I would take her again for an easy A.

Gives good feedback
Get ready to read
Participation matters
4.0
2.0
ENC0027
Grade: B
Jan 2, 2017
Would take again

At first she was all over the place but towards the middle and end of the book it started making sense. She is an awesome teacher and you have a lot of reading and writing to do but it is worth it, she just wants you to do your best when you have to take English Comp. One. I would take her class again.

Get ready to read
Participation matters
ACCESSIBLE OUTSIDE CLASS
5.0
4.0
REA0017
Grade: B
Jan 5, 2017
Would take again

This Professor was a real treasure. I had many problems that continued to arise during beginning of class but Professor Cowden was very helpful and willing to work with me. She was accessible and approachable at all times . But expected the best out of me too.

Gives good feedback
Participation matters
ACCESSIBLE OUTSIDE CLASS
5.0
2.0
EAP1620
Grade: A
Jan 17, 2017
Would take again

She is very helpful, kind, funny and patient. Her class is interesting and you can improve your English a lot! Very clear in her instructions and she will help you in any way she can. Her projects are unique, but very practical. You will do fine in her course if you pay attention in class, stick to the syllabus, and follow the instruction.

Gives good feedback
Caring
EXTRA CREDIT
3.0
3.0
EDF2130
Grade: B-
Mar 31, 2017
Wouldn't take again

This is an average class. She is not motivating& it's seems very "half assed". Chapter quizzes/assings'/discussions r short and 2 the point. Also assings' direction are not specific

Get ready to read
Participation matters
LOTS OF HOMEWORK
2.0
2.0
EDF2130
Grade: A+
Apr 11, 2017
Wouldn't take again

Do not take her. She doesn't seem to care. she grades you for things not listed on her rubric. Her feedback is not helpful at all.

LOTS OF HOMEWORK
1.0
1.0
ENC0001
Grade: B+
May 4, 2017
Wouldn't take again

this teacher is by far the worse teacher i have ever had in my entire life.

Tough Grader
Clear grading criteria
GROUP PROJECTS
1.0
4.0
EME2040
Jun 7, 2017
Wouldn't take again

Syllabus is full of errors. Material outdated, like it's from previous classes. Includes old rubrics, so I ended up doing an entire essay for nothing. Uses different rubrics for grading. Slow to reply, if at all, and it's often sarcastic or rude. Extremely confusing. Tells students to watch spelling then doesn't spell correctly herself.

Tough Grader
LOTS OF HOMEWORK
GROUP PROJECTS
5.0
4.0
EDF2130
Jun 15, 2017
Would take again

It was a pleasure taking this class. The student can expect clear expectations, practical assignments, and thorough feedback.

Gives good feedback
Participation matters
Clear grading criteria
5.0
4.0
EAP1520
Grade: A
Aug 31, 2017
Would take again

Karen is a really good teacher. It's a very interactive class. Her explanations are really good and she gives a lot of opportunities to get a good grade, but you need to work for it. You'll need to read a lot and do a lot of homework and project; however, she's such a good teacher that makes all of this easy.

Get ready to read
Participation matters
LOTS OF HOMEWORK
1.0
2.0
EDF2005
Grade: A
Apr 27, 2018
Wouldn't take again

She requires you to purchase the textbook online. The directions to her assignments are not clear! If you are not on top of her as in constantly emailing her and going to her office hours than you can expect to struggle or be lost! Prof. Cowden gives good feedback when it comes to your assignments. Grading is pretty easy. BEWARE of "pop tests"!

Get ready to read
Skip class? You won't pass.
5.0
5.0
ENC0027
Grade: A
Apr 23, 2019
Would take again

I absolutely enjoyed taking this course with professor Cowden as she is very responsive and helpful when it comes to narrowing down the detail for the homework or discussion. I would be happy to take another class with professor Cowden in the near future.

Gives good feedback
Inspirational
Amazing lectures
5.0
4.0
ENC002
Grade: A
Apr 24, 2019
Would take again

I felt overloaded by all the homework but then again it is an advanced class. Great professor, gives great feedback, very accessible.

Gives good feedback
Accessible outside class
So many papers
4.0
3.0
ENC002
Grade: A+
Apr 24, 2019
Would take again

Professor Cowden is a great teacher she does take the time to read your papers and gives you quality feed back

Gives good feedback
Respected
Get ready to read
4.0
4.0
ENC002
Grade: C
Apr 25, 2019
Would take again

SHES A GOOD TEACHER MAKES YOU WORK FOR YOUR GRADES WHICH IS GOOD AND SHE IS ALWAYS AVAILABLE TO ANSWER QUESTIONS OR IF YOU NEED HELP

Gives good feedback
Participation matters
Tough grader
4.0
4.0
EAP0420C
Apr 25, 2019
Would take again

The classes are interesting and fun, but dont forget you have to do your homework to pass the class. She tries really hard to make sure everyone understands the subject.

Respected
Accessible outside class
Inspirational
5.0
2.0
MUE2211
Grade: A
Apr 25, 2019
Would take again

She is a great tacher who is always ready to help you and give constructive feedback on your work. She gives options for the assignments you would like to do and provides a fun and engaging classroom.

Gives good feedback
Respected
Caring
5.0
2.0
ENC0027
Grade: A
Apr 28, 2019
Would take again

This instructor was amazing. I enjoy taking this class and learned a lot. I would love to choose this instructor again for another English class.

Gives good feedback
Get ready to read
Participation matters
5.0
3.0
ENC002
Grade: B
Apr 28, 2019
Would take again

Prof Cowden was great. She gives wonderful criticism. Very helpful.

Gives good feedback
Get ready to read
Clear grading criteria
4.0
4.0
MUS2011
Grade: A
May 13, 2019
Would take again

Challenging and fair Professor. Really gets you to look at your work critically with honest feedback.

Gives good feedback
Respected
Get ready to read
4.0
4.0
EEC2732
Grade: A+
Jul 30, 2019
Would take again

I took this class during Summer B (2-month class). The professor is very passionate and caring. There are many assigments throughout the week but they are interesting. The professor is tough on grading bc she wants everyone to succeed and learn in her class. She will reward hard-working students when she sees it, which is very motivational.

Gives good feedback
Lots of homework
Tough grader
3.0
4.0
ENC0001
Grade: A
Dec 9, 2019
Wouldn't take again

We focus the majority of our time in class on how to revise our papers. We only had two essays last semester, and Professor Cowden grades strictly from the rubric. There are Peer review sessions in class and discussions on Canvas. Take this class if you want to become a better writer. Not an easy A.

Gives good feedback
Clear grading criteria
5.0
3.0
EEC2732
Grade: B
Dec 17, 2019
Would take again

Professor Cowden was an amazing professor, easily the best I have had. She is very caring and compassionate regarding your well-being, very easy to contact and responds very quickly no matter the time. As for the work, if you purchase the text and read the chapters, the work is very easy. Typical discussions and quizzes, 3-4 essays.

Gives good feedback
Accessible outside class
Caring
3.0
2.0
ENC0027
Grade: A+
Jan 6, 2020
Wouldn't take again

Somtimes, she is rude when she replies your email. I dont think that she grades you depend clearly on rubrics. Intructions are confusing sometimes. Anyway, it's still easy to get A.

EXTRA CREDIT
1.0
5.0
REA0017C
Grade: B
Jan 22, 2020
Wouldn't take again

This lady is a nasty woman. She stated that I plagiarized in her class with no proof. I would NEVER take this professor ever again due to her attitude and not knowing what she is even teaching. She is disrespectful in every email and comment she makes. This class is so easy but she makes it so hard. Please be aware of this professor.

Lots of homework
Tough grader
1.0
1.0
REA0017C
Grade: B
Jan 22, 2020
Wouldn't take again

DO NOT TAKE HER IF YOU DONT HAVE TO. by far the worst reading teacher. she is NOT clear on directions. Her attitude is ridiculous for a professor, especially a beginners class for first time college students going into these classes. She is a know it all type class act fail. I would never recommend her and hope she leaves Valencia and goes elsewher

Get ready to read
Lecture heavy
So many papers
5.0
2.0
EDG2001
Grade: A+
Feb 14, 2020
Would take again

Had a good experience with her. Clear on grading, grades on time, responds quickly and politely.

Gives good feedback
Participation matters
Clear grading criteria
5.0
1.0
EDG2001
Grade: A
Jun 13, 2020
Would take again

The class was one credit course, she utilized a site called "Test camp" Dr. Karen was very polite and clear. If you are having bad week she will reach out to you, she also allowed some makeups for the work if you needed. The purpose was not too fail and forget, but to learn and actually be prepared for tomorrow. You Rock Dr. Cowden.

Respected
Inspirational
Caring
1.0
5.0
ENC0027
Grade: F
Dec 19, 2022

I gave one bar in rate your professor because if not I would not be able to leave a review. Professor Karen Cowden needs a new profession, her personal life affects her teaching skills, if you are struggling make sure you pray to god cause she won't even answer your emails. She has no mercy, even if you are in the hospital dying. She is awful. FY!!

Tough grader
Get ready to read
So many papers
1.0
5.0
ENC0027
Grade: F
Dec 19, 2022

Professor Karen Cowden, I don't even know how she is a teacher she does not help you, she is rude and never answers to your emails. If you need help she does not help you she made me actually think about quitting college. A teacher is suppose to be there to help you and achieve your goals but she will throw you out to the wolves.

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