She's cute and is very nice.Treat her right and she'll return the favor.

A great, down to earth person and recognizes/respects different writing styles

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cool lady. Easy to talk to. Creativity is the key to an A

such a nice teacher. most essays are based on movies she shows in class (like The Shining). very cool class, i would take her again.

She is a great teacher. Creativity is key, but she makes it fun. I took her for 100, and i'm taking her again for 101.

She energetic, easy to talk to, gives useful and creative assignments, and, she never chooses boring, repetative, and out of date material to cover. I always dreaded english class (I'm math and science kinda guy ^_^) but she gives it a really cool edge.

Most amazing teacher I've ever had at OCC. Extremely nice, creative with assignments and boosts your writing skills 400%. Going to take her 101 next semester.

Great teacher, easy to talk to, very easy to understand. Taking eng 101 with her next semester.

One of the best teachers I've ever had, made me love English. Her assignments and papers may not be easy but she makes you write about really interesting subjects so that helps. Don't get smart with her, she kicked someone from my class out.

Her class is challenging, but very rewarding. She is so much fun!

Too Picky.

totally challenging and fun. the way this class should be taught.

She is the best English teacher I have ever had. Even though the class was 4 hours long, I still enjoyed it. She actually lets you be creative on your essays and does not judge your opinion. She is pretty hot too.

Karen is an awesome teacher, shes honest and straight forward about your writting work. Which I like, because it helped me to greatly develop my skills. When she praises your work, take it as a compliment of your ability.

Cool teacher!

By far the most inspirational teacher to me at OCC. The class is intensive, yet she somehow made the usually annoying subject of English come alive to me. Perhaps not for those with rigid/lame senses of humor. Expect to read a lot, write a lot, and laugh.

Amazing woman! VERY funny, entertaining and intelligent. Although the assignments are difficult, she gets you interested. She's a fair, although strict grader. I also took her for 101. Too bad more teachers aren't like her...

the speed in her class on the faster side but she is freaking rad! she gives you tons of oppurtunities to get a A in the class (just make sure you use them). she is so helpful and by far my favorite teacher!!!

Great teacher, helpful and willing to work with you on your papers. Open to feedback and has a great lesson plan. Recommended for those tired of reading and working with the "classics". Great change from all my past english teachers.

Best professor I've had at OCC! Young and hip. Cracks me up and makes class very interesting. Very helpful in developing my thinking/debating skills. Tough grader but fair. Don't take this class if you're not gonna try; it's the only way you'll get a good grade =)

This class is definitely not for slackers. If you come on time, pay attention, and put forth honest effort into your papers (that she allows you to rewrite), your bound to learn something. There is an academic lesson behind every assignment. Just be prepared for a challenging and fast paced class.

One of the most intelligent teachers at occ. Insanely creative critical thinker. class requires intrest, dedication, and thinking for your self. is challenging, if you don't like a challenge don't take her class. get to read off color literature, and listen to her insightful lectures.

Best English teacher I have had. She is funny and very inspiring to bring out your own ideas and not hers. The more off the wall your ideas are the more she likes it. You can rewrite every paper (once) and she gives the better of the two grades. She uses unique books and not the standards. She even brings goodies to class every once in awhile.

Karen is the most intelligent and insightful teacher I have taken any class with, and she has so many great things to teach each lecture. I absolutely loved being in her class, and I wish there were more teachers who loved their subject as much as she obviously does. The books she assigns are phenomenal! I highly recommend her to English majors.

Awesome class- allows you to learn so much more about Brit. Lit. She truly has the humor and passion a teacher needs to teacher the subject well. Great choice of reading material and the assignments really help you improve your writing and critical thinking skills. A challenging and interesting class- hard but well worth the effort! U learn so much

She is very straight forward-what you see is what you get!Everything that is on the syllabus you will need to get a good grade. This is not a class you want to slack off in or cheat (I've seen her bust people-SMART)..TRUST ME! But you do have a lot of fun..even though she won't say, but she likes rebellious people so take a stand!

Excellnet teacher. I´m not a fan of Eng100, Eng101 classes and 4-evening class is exhausting, but Karen is very good person and very intellegent instructor. And she brings food too:))

Loved her class. I learned a lot - from debating, to writing a really interesting, and good paper. opened my mind to a lot of different styles, and ideas. young, and understands. a lot of peer-reading goes on, but that just gives you more ideas on how to write, and what to write about. highly recommended

great teacher...do the homework and the reading and you will do well in this class. NOt a hard class at all...and Karen is really good at working with you. She really helps her students.

I took Karen's 8 week summer English 101 class and although we were a bit rushed for time, Karen proved to be a truly amazing teacher. Her unique (in a good way) teaching methods make learning easy and her text choices are brilliant for this class. Karen is not an easy "A" by any means, no extra credit allowed but opportunity to rewrite papers a+.

She is the best teacher i have had at this school

Karen is on of the best teachers i have ever had. I had her for both Eng 100 and 101 and before having her as a teacher i hated and dreaded english but she makes it very very interesting and is willing to help you out 150% even though i got a C in both of her classes i feel that connected with her and i actually think about taking her class again..

Great teacher. Interested in what she is teaching and makes it interesting for the class by giving random funny examples that are still understandable.

Karen makes a great teacher because she really connects with the students as people, and becomes more like a friend and mentor than just a teacher by the end of the class. She's always willing to clarify things or even just have a normal, friendly conversation with her students. She's also very understanding about things and is lenient when she needs to be. Her classes are a bit difficult, but some of the most entertaining and educational classes I've taken. Highly recommend her film as literature class!

Karen is such an awesome women....102 is definitely a better option to 101, insted of readin short storys and essays, we read argumentative papers and media manipulation...which turned into sex talk. She's very liberal but fair!!! AWesome lady

Confusing at times

I don't know that I could write anything about Karen that would do her appropriate justice as she is just that amazing. She is hilariously witty, engaging and supportive and genuinely strives to better her students by fostering their talents. She has quite literally redeemed my faith in college faculties. I will miss her and her class dearly.

Tremendous energy, dynamic,attentive and resourceful and a good deal of fun. Funny and smart.

super witty, entertaining and insightful. best film class I have ever taken. her movie picks are extremely unique and NOT for the faint of heart. if you want to engage in meaningful discussions about (often) taboo subject matter, I highly recommend this class. Lots of work (questions for each film) to keep up with, take home final. Fair grader.

karen teaches students how to write in a real way. she challenges you to be original and bold with your ideas. very tough grader, but fair. take this class if you really want to learn! our class read great short stories, totally stimulating and not the original "huck finn" types. recommended!!

love her style

Fantastic teacher! Very witty and intelligent. Be ready to work for your grades, but your work will pay off. Those who complain about her are the ones who didn't work or didn't want to pay attention.

One of the best teachers, she will help you become a better writer as she forces you to come up with your angle. 285 had tons of reading, Brit Lit., but Trainspotting was awesome...her papers allow yourself lots of creativity. She grades tough, but fair as she stressed flow and thought the most. Read and you will be rewarded.

The best English class I have ever taken, and to me the only universally required class that turned out valuable. Ties one other class for my best experience in three years of college. Karen is a wonderful person and extremely helpful. Take her course with the special topic of gender/sexuality and you won't be disappointed.

WONDERFUL teacher!!!! take her english101 topic: "gender and sexuality in literature" class...its sooooo fun/interesting, you get to read and analyze comic book "fables", movies etc...

INTRESTING CLASS, but shes a pretty hard grader. her style is very differernt from other teachers but take her if you actually want to learn something!

I really enjoyed her class. Very involved and interesting. Shes nutty but in an awesome way. Easy class to get B-C, but hard to get an A. Tough essay grader, but you get to rewrite all your essays. Very very little extra credit.

The Semester-last, my life pulled me away from this facinating course. This Prof is extremely articulate and instructs you in her approach to intellectualism from a highly eclectic, (and yes fun) Surviel of the otherwise somewhat dry topic of scientific reporting. But prepare yourself, for you will actually have to read and research a bit.

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Take this class if you like to think for yourself. It's not just repeating ideas from a book or lecture. She is genuinely interested in what her students think. There are no wrong answers, but you must be able to defend your ideas and opinions. Take her and your writing will be greatly improved. She's willing to work with you on your writing style.

This class will require a lot of time/ commitment! Lots to read. Book choices were okay (maybe because I'm not used to Brit Lit yet). Overall, good teacher, good class.

one of the few teachers I have ever come across who seems to genuinely care for her students. very supportive and willing to help. never a dull moment in her class. she is the only teacher in the dept. who takes any real risks in her syllabus . . .

i took her 102 class focusing on the policics of science. it was an amzing course!! we talked about the most ineresting topics!! have an open mind for this class, and be ready to do a lot a group work. she seems really scarey and hard on this first day but stay!! She will help anyone!! i suck at english ,but with some hard work..i got a B

Helping her students think for themselves, Karen has the flexibility to absorb both the intellectually acute and the absurd. She is enthusiastic and encouraging, allowing her students to express themselves as they would, helping them to develop their thought into a tool for independence.

Welcome to Wonderland! Want a truly magnificient magical, bizarre, edgy, far out tour--get a ticket to Karen's class. Uses unique choices of literature to extract the best writer in you. All for her students--not pretentious. Loves creativity & encourages thinking to infinity and beyond. Don't like lit/ writing, you will. Go, see, learn!

Karen is a wonderful professor. On the first day she is a little bit scary, but just participate, attend every class, and do your work and you will be on her good side. Discussions in class were so interesting that the four hours would fly by! We'd talk about sex all the time (it was an emphasis on sexuality class). Fun class! And she really cares

This lady is a gem. Karen is really good at keeping students interested and having them learn vital info at the same time. She's funny, too. Class discussions are AMAZING. Nobody ever misses her class. Take advantage of her office hours, she is there for YOU. Her class changed me life!

I can't say enough about this teacher. The first month I blew off the class once a week and she should of dropped me but she gave me another shot. I wasn't late and didn't miss another class for the rest of the semester because the class is so amazing. I actually looked forward to attending this class. She is brillant, engaging, and exciting.

I look back on this class and it was the best time of my life (in school, lol.) Karen got me to read again. Karen taught me to think for myself.

Took the gender/sexuality course. If you're a guy and aren't good with women, stay away from this class. Other than that, it's a pretty interesting class and Karen is real cool. This is one of those classes where you'd have to put a lot of effort into those papers.

Karen really is dedicated to literature. she makes the class interesting, and the books are amazing. you have to go to class all the time/do ALL the reading (which is a lot, so dont take it if you dislike novel reading...obviously) there are some reading quizes, and the essays/midterms arent too difficult, you just have to think for yourself

Took her Science Fiction class and it was filled with engaging interesting texts. She is very willing to help and available through office hours. class felt a little unorganized at times but it still was enjoyable. My writing improved somewhat, and class was enjoyable. take her classes if you are willing to put the effort on your papers.

She is the best (i.e. intelligent, funny, challenging, above the status quo) teacher in the department. Period.

Best teacher ever. She is brilliant. Her class was so much fun and quite challenging, but totally worth it! Her wit and dry sense of humor always made me laugh. I wish I could be friends with her outside of class, because she is a wonderfully unique person.

Karen Felts is my world. She is so beautiful, I love coming to this class.

For those who think Karen is a tough grader or unclear, you must be stupid. Karen expects you to show up, do your work and pay attention. Imagine that. A teacher that wants you to work for your degree! If you like to think outside the box Karen is the teacher for you. If not take some other idiot professor who could care less about your education

Karen is an amazing teacher, I can't wait to take her English 285 class next semester! I don't understand why some people think she is difficult, she gives you one day off no questions asked, one late paper with no consequences so long as you email her a day in advance before its due and uses all the texts. Her analogies keep you laughing all night

Karen's sense of humor is perfect. She gives really good feedback on papers. The assignments are very clearly defined. The only problem I had was the amount of work. Sometimes I felt like I didn't have enough time to do all of the reading and finish my papers. But overall, I love her.

This was a new class and it was so interesting. Karen is very engaging and plus she is young enough to get her students. She is one that understands students and brings out the best in their abilities. she is the best teacher at occ and they are kucky to have her.

Karen is a great professor! In retrospect, I think she may be one of the best professors I've had. She is engaging, challenging, helpful, and straightforward with her expectations from her students. I also learned an important lesson of questioning the status quo.

If you're looking for an easy A, you probably shouldn't take her classes. If you're looking to actually learn something, then take one of her classes. I've taken her twice and she has taught me so much. She is a strict grader though, and this has helped me too since it pushed me to improve.I think that I'm a better writer because of her. :)

Karen is brilliant and hilarious. Her sense of humor makes the immense amount of work she assigned seem less difficult. She's extremely knowledgeable and wants to do a lot with the class, sometimes resulting in the neglect of some texts. The honors section is a LOT of work but doable if you are a fast reader and decisive writer. Highly rewarding

Awesome, awesome teacher. She's very passionate about her job and is very free about it. She makes lots of dramatic movements and always has something helpful to say.

This was the most rewarding class experience I ever had. Karen is a fantastic teacher who really tries to push you. This is NOT an easy class, but if you open up your mind and put in the work, you will not be sorry. I feel more confident and prepared as a writer after taking this class. Thank you Karen!

You'll never regret going to this class. A lot of people are critical over her not really being clear about something, but if you pay close attention, you'll gain an enriched experience in her class as she introduces to new and different ideas from a variety of sources, as well as encourage opposition and debate in and out of her class.

The best English teacher ever.

I must've bothered Karen at least once every week during her office hours, but she never failed to provide insight and guidance for me to improve and excel in her class. I think I've learned more from her than I did any other professor at OCC. Yes, she is tough. Yes, she gives a lot of work, but if learning is important to you, take her!!!

I absolutely love Karen Felts, probably one of my favorite professors i've ever had. She lets you rewrite your essays once they've already been graded, she isn't hard if you just revise your essays and put some work in. Her tests aren't hard either, just look at your notes. First day of class we watched Matrix and Star Wars Opening, she's awesome.

I took her last spring &it was alot of work but def worth it. Take her sex class u read really good books that u would WANTto read. Karen actually cares about making her students better writers and wants you to enjoy the class,I aimed for an A but got a B thanks to my own laziness but she is one of those teachers that I'll always remember

Karen is awesome! She really cares about her students and is friendly and fun. Take her if you can! You will learn and have fun doing it.

LOVE LOVE LOOOVVEEEEE!!!! awesome teacher, interesting topics, overall amazing class! very interactive so always interesting. the class requires work but she wants you to succeed. take her! you won't regret it.

I am honored to have met a professor like Karen. She is extremely helpful, caring, informative, and knowledgeable. I advise every student to meet Karen as her creative thinking will greatly affect yours!! Her unique teaching skills are unmatched. I admire Karen as a teacher and friend. Meet her and find out for yourself. Best Luck!

By far my favorite teacher this year.

You can pass the class without buying the books. I did. I left this class feeling I learned a lot, she is very informative, a major smart ass which is so entertaining, and the class was pretty easy. She is a complete head case, completely unreasonable, and so unorganized. That being said, take her...you will not regret it. Unless you are stupid.

If you want to learn, take her; She is not super easy but she will really teach you what you need for the next level. The skills she taught were immediately applicable to essays I was writing for other classes and got me better grades there too!

Karen is amazing! I've taken a total of four classes from her. She does demand work from you, but it's a class...get over it! Plus all the work you put into it, really pays off. If you are struggling at all definitely go see her at office hours. She'll be more than happy to help you out!

Warning to all prospective students: steer clear of Karen, because she is MINE. I will cut you if you come near her. Seriously, though, she is an amazing teacher and a wonderful, beautiful woman. You will fall in love.

She is such an amazing prof. People like her make me want to change my major to English altogether! This class is seriously one EVERYONE should take -with her. I have learned so much from this class, and I especially<3 the way she does her lectures, extremely organized and easy to understand. Lit theory is one of the best classes ever

Karen was a great teacher. You can revise all the essays for a BRAND NEW grade. Quizzes are sometimes hard. Do the assigned readings bc you have group activities with them in class and if you don't read she will get mad. She was one of my favorite teachers so far! TAKE HER!

You have to work hard, pay attention, and take notes. She is VERY good as a teacher and worth it - especially if you are majoring in English. She is very funny, adorable in the way that she can be shy one on one by takes control of her class. Completely worth taking. If I can, I will take another course with her before graduating.

Karen is absolutely a great teacher. She is very passionate and helpful. PLEASE take her at all cost because you will never regret that.

Karen is a fantastic professor. She teaches you about the history behind every text you read, loves discussion, and promotes input. She is encouraging and knowledgeable, and even though her classes are tough, they're worth the work. I highly recommend taking any class she teaches.

Karen is an amazingg teacher. She helps you a lot and always has time to see her students. Expect to read a lot but she sits people in groups and spends a long period of time going over the material. Her personality is amazing to shes funny and keeps everything interesting. DEFINETLY take her you wont regret it.

Karen is a GREAT teacher. One of the best English Teachers I've taken. She's got a great sense of humor and enjoys teaching. I would take her again without a doubt!

I loved Karen's class! I felt like i learned so much and she improved my writing immensely! definitely take her if you get the chance!

I don't think the class I took with Karen is even being offered at OCC anymore, but I still remember her fondly as one of the best professors I've ever had. Wow, can't believe she is still there. OCC is blessed to have her. She really belongs at a University. So grateful I got to take a class from her.

Karen definitely has some sass in her. She puts up with NO bs, and is never afraid to call you out. Be careful what questions you ask, because you never know what will piss her off. She requires you to do the readings - if you don't, she will make it impossible for you to get above a C on exams. That said, never learned more from any other teacher.

i was super scared when i saw this site and said it was 2.3 easiness i thought i was going to get an F or something. but its basically my favorite class she really has helped a lot and shes super funny. totally take the class :D

Karen Felts is the absolute best ENG teacher OCC has to offer. Do not think twice -- take any of her classes. This teacher will rock your world of analytical thinking and improve your writing tremendously.

Honestly coming into this class I was dreading to come to a night class, especially a night class for english. However Karen's class proved to be a pleasant surprise. She is an excellent teacher and she is by far one of the best english teachers I have ever had the pleasure to meet. The class is helpful and informative while still being engaging.

I'm definitely part of the Karen Cult. Karen makes every class interesting, & she's one of the few professors that you ACTUALLY want to hear lecture. Do the reading & be intellectually present and you will do fine. As for papers, rely on your own ideas & really cultivate them--Karen is a very generous grader if your ideas are developed & relevant.

I was extremely intimidated of Karen and her class from day one. She's very no non sense and blunt. Writing has never been a strength of mine. Karen helped me realize with creativity and effort, I was capable of accomplishing more than I ever thought. I would recommend her course any day.

I took Karen's British Film as Literature course during a study abroad to the United Kingdom. She opened my eyes to film in an entirely different way. I am able to see film as art and am able to coherently cultivate and prove my own ideas about what the director is saying. Also, Karen is just an amazing person. I am a little obsessed.

She is a fun teacher with an interesting class, but I did not love how she graded. I had an A the whole semester then she imputed grades and I was given a B+, because I didn't participate enough. My advice: do your work and PARTICIPATE, if you do that it should be an easy A. I still do recommend taking the class!

Karen is so intelligent and helpful. She cares about her students and pushes people to reach their potential. She is passionate and very knowledgeable in various subjects. I can walk away from this class both enlightened and analytical. Her class is worth it!

Take her and you will be mind blown! Karen's class is worthwhile because the way she teaches is very captivating! If you show up and do your work you will definitely do fine in the class. She is also very helpful so just ask her if you need help! She really helps you improve on your thinking and writing ability! AMAZING AND FUN CLASS! I LOVE HER

Super helpful, but if you say something that she doesn't agree with, it can make you feel 2 feet tall. Her knowledge about science and english is unmatchable, and she'll help you expand your thinking and analyzing skills.

She is so knowledgeable that it's intimidating. However, she is very nice and lenient on some part, respect her and she will respect you. Definitely a class that will want to pay attention to and study for! 4 essays, 2 quizzes, 2 debates, and class participation is part of your grade!

she has a great personality that cares for you and will try her hardest as a professor to help you. This semester she apparently did a clothing theme based english class which focused on what people wear and why they do which made writing in her class much more fun.

I have Karen for English 099 this semester, she's a relatively easy grader and has a lot of office hours to help you. she is hilarious and makes the class so fun. if you have the opportunity to take her you will not regret it!!

She is amazing I wish she would teach English 100. Was always a fun class to be in.

Wow! The subjects Karen choses are so applicable and useful to real life. The way she teaches is often with fun group activities or assignments with interesting current events. Her method of teaching students through discovery by doing and not just by memorizing her perspectives is a rare and important investment in yourself. loved coming to class

BEST ENGLISH PROFESSOR AT OCC! She does not ever make you feel stupid and is 100% approachable. A little intimidating at first, and you do need to actually try or else she will not respect you BUT you learn and will enjoy class a lot!

Absolutely, fantastically wonderful. Extremely intelligent and knowledgeable, while still personable and relatable. Makes class fun and interesting, for 4 hours! You will not regret this class.

Enjoyed this class although I think it should be worth more than 3 units. A lot is expected of you so be prepared to spend a good amount of time working outside of class. She is disorganized and a confusing grader but it turned out good for me and I enjoyed her lectures. She will go out of her way to help you outside of class!

Karen is my first and best teacher at OCC.. She is really helpful so don't be scared to ask questions, go to her office hours and volunteer a lot, you'll definitely get an A if you try. She does grade a little tough on hw but for essays you can get an A if you get feedback from her before turning it in. I'm definitely going to be taking her 101

Great teacher but a difficult grader. If you think something is an A, in her grading it is a B. Will teach you how to be an excellent writer and an even better thinker. Don't be afraid of her tough grading, just take her.

Karen is a great teacher, but a very tough grader. She requires many group discussions, which can be a little annoying considering some people really do like to work independently.

Karen is an excellent professor and very interesting person. She values hard work and effort, and I think that's apparent in her grading. If you put together the best paper you can, you'll receive a grade reflective of your effort. If you try to bullsh*t Karen, she'll know and call you out on it. Excellent professor, excellent class.

She's a great teacher! she really looks for you to put some effort in everything you do: essays, annotating, reading, homework, and participation. if you put in the effort, you will get what you receive. She gives great feedback, is clear in all her lectures, and gives plenty of examples.

Karen Felts is the funniest and coolest teacher ever! Was slightly intimidated by it being a sexuality in literature course, but it turned out to be amazing! There are 2 debates so there is your heads up. Her work is not hard, at all. She doesn't really care if you're wrong, you just need to explain why you think you're right! Hard for some.

Oh Karen, I already miss your crass sense of humor. If you are looking to improve your writing, take her class. If you are looking to learn some life lessons, take her class. If you just want to have interesting open discussions, take this class! It has been the most memorable and benificial class I have taken at OCC. She's tough but she's awesome!

One of the most genuine, kind, funny, and intelligent professors I have ever met. You will get out of the class what you put into it. Truly one of the most enjoyable and intellectually stimulating classes I have ever taken.

She is by far the best professor i've ever taken at community college. I would take her class over again. She really is that amazing. I never knew I could be so inspired from Eng 099. Karen has truly made me realized my true ability to write, and to really care about English. Her class consists of essays, but its fun! Need to put in the work.

I have never written an RMP review before, but if any professor has earned one from me, it is Karen. This is the kind of professor that you try to find an excuse to fit into your schedule every year, especially if you are an English major. Whatever your specialty area of critical theory, she will know how to challenge you. Life changer. Take her!

Wow, where to begin with Karen felts. I was lucky enough to have the opportunity to take her class twice. I would've passed with flying colors the first time but had some personal issues near the end. But now I get to learn from her in more depth and I am so grateful. Love her teaching style, and I wish I could learn from her for all my classes

I LOVE Felts. She cares about her students and helped me learn a lot for ENG100. She has been my favorite professor so far. She grades fair on essays, hw, and other assignments. If you don't like working with people, I wouldn't take her because we work in groups in almost every class. If you have the opportunity, take her. She's the best!

Karen is a great professor. She is trying to get you to analyze what you read and see things differently. Although she is vague in her instructions sometimes she will point you in the right direction. She is pretty hilarious and the time seems to fly by in this class. You will have to put in the work to get the grade.

Karen is a great teacher! My fave! This is my second time taking her and I'm not disappointed. Had to drop my previous 101 class cuz the teacher was so tough. Karen's class is not super easy but she is very helpful! She is clear what she wants! There's 2 in class writings, some quizzes, and 2 take home essays. Worth it! Don't be afraid to seek help

Professor Karen is awesome!! I encourage every student to take her.

Definitely take her if you have the chance! She is by far my favorite professor I've ever taken. Very kind and helpful and she shows you how to look at readings and topics in ways you would have never thought. She makes you work for your grade but she gives very clear feedback on what she wants.

Participate your bought drafts and you'll get good feedback. She'll work with what you got and make your paper more understandable. Funny and sometimes weird, but in a good way. Would take this class again. Made me actually enjoy coming to class. Interesting readings and discussions.

The homework Karen gives are tools for the actual essay writing, so as long as you do your homework with actual effort, the essays are easy to wright. There are 3 outside and 2 inside class essays. She gives plenty of opportunities for extra credit as well. An easy A as long as you are a responsible student. She is a great teacher!

karen is the best English professor I've ever had at occ. her class is not hard if you do the work and attend class. there is a couple group projects (be smart about who you pick). her class is supper fun and she always keeps things exciting. there is a couple of readings to do, so MAKE SURE TO DO IT! if you don't do the reading you will not pass!

I loved Karen! I worked hard for my grade and still got a B+ in the end, she grades tough but she is more willing to help you and writes good notes on what to improve. I thought she was hilarious and I took a 5 hour class on Tuesday nights, yet she never had me bored. Highly recommend this teacher, I really enjoyed her class!

Felts is really cool and makes the class pretty easy-going; just don't let her catch you using a cell phone. As long as you're willing to show her you care and are trying, she will give you the tools you need to get an A. You WILL have to put in work, but it's rewarding in the end and you learn a lot.

Awesome professor! Very tough to get a good grade, but when you do it feels like you definitely earned it. Would love to take this class again, had a lot of fun.

Her class is very entertaining with interesting lectures. You will have to write quite a few papers in this class, but she allows you to revise and improve your grade. She's a tough grader, but if you read her comments and ask questions you should be able to get a decent grade.

HARD BUT REWARDING! What began with a full class, ended with only half taking the final. Karen is a great professor with personality. Definitely a tough grader. DON'T MISS CLASS! You'll regret. Trust. She has few office hours but will make appointments if you really need help. Chose great, interesting but hard topics. Felt like a genius passing.

Do *not* miss taking a class with Professor Felts while you're still at OCC. Incredible instructor -- whip-smart and hilarious. Hosts fascinating lectures/class discussion and lends spades of invaluable concept development feedback while encouraging lots of creative liberty to be a self-directed student and leash to write to your interests.

Love this professor so much she is so fun and really cool. This class is really great and is a refreshing class I really enjoyed reading all women authors

Karen is an amazing professor. She will help you become an astute writer and does not sugar-coat things. Take her literary theory class to have your mind absolutely blown. I have never had a better English professor, even at the university level. She is beyond an intellectual/witty/funny teacher. She is creative and it shows in each and every class

Karen is my favorite professor at OCC so far. I took her for english 100 and 101, and she made me such a better writer. She makes the class fun and entertaining, though it is very long. There is a lot of readings and the papers are pretty challenging, but she offers lots of help if you are struggling. I recommend her class :)

I usually struggle with classes that have a heavier work load (like essay writing) but Professor Felts helped clarify each concept in way that inspired both confidence and clarity. I also enjoyed her unique sense of humor and realness that she incorporated into each lecture. She is a brilliant professor and I benefited immensely from her class.

Karen is a sweet and funny professor who's great at leading discussions. Tons of reading, but worth it and necessary. Very helpful in office hours and emails. Don't be afraid to talk to her--she cares about her students. Slow grading, but she will be communicative. I loved being in her class!

Karen Felts is a very good teacher, but if you are not ready to study hard, this class is not for you. Hard grader and pretty much no extra credit. The only way to do good in this class is to be present in EVERY class and be active. If you have any questions or need any help professor Felts will always answer and help. She cares!

I took her 1 day per week class and it was probably one of the best class I taken at OCC. My English is horrible but got a B from doing all the works and participate (it not that hard plus she is a reasonable grader). You do the works, talks and summit work on time. There aren't that many cool professors like her on campus.

Professor Felts might have been the very best English teacher I have had. She is no softball when it comes to grading your writing, but that leads her to make you work to become a much better writer, thinker or even debater. The discussions we had during class as well about various topics were also especially entertaining.

Karen is a really nice and caring professor. I liked her class a lot, regardless of the lengthy readings. She gives good, insightful feedback and her lectures helped me understand the readings. All in all, she is a thoughtful and awesome professor.

There will be a lot of reading and a couple of essays throughout the semester but it's not too bad. I recommend you don't be hesitant about office hours as a one on one with professor Felts will really help you with your writing and arguments. Felts is a solid professor, and as long as you try, you'll do decent. Attend class. It helps a lot!

Karen is a great professor. She grades extremely hard but holds regular office hours to help you with your essays. She is really funny and cares about her students. I learned a lot and would definitely take a course with her again if I had time to write and put in work.

As a freshman, the work was kind of daunting. I always appreciated her efforts in grading and helping the class understand the given assignment or upcoming unit. She doesn't spoonfeed students when it comes to feedback or prompts. In my opinion, this allowed room for more creativity. I like the concentration on crime that her course offered.

This course is primarily student-driven, with Karen only guiding where she wants to take the material. Class is 4 hours long and much of it-30 min each session, up to 90 at one point-was wasted by student questions and long rambling. Despite that, Karen does well at providing prompts to examples that assist greatly with essays and assignments.

Karen was a very interesting but great teacher to have. The class was based on crime and she provided perspectives of English I hadn't thought of before, her class is really based on what you think and analyze of words. You NEED to make sure you read the stories before class as much of the 4 hour long lecture will cover it. Shes very nice.

Very caring, she accomodate to all your needs. Very patient but critical when it comes to your essay work so you can improve to be a better writer. Strict on attendance and turning work on time. Don't slack, put in the effort and you will do well. although the reading is very very graphic, her class is extremely focused on crimes.

Took her zoom class from 6pm-10pm every tuesday. Tough grader, strict criteria but I became a great writer thanks to her. Her class was focused on crime, very graphic, challenging but in a good way. You will learn alot from her and taking this class. Put in the work, don't slack and turn your work on time. Be responsible.

Attendance critical/lecture heavy. Quizzes given in the first 15 min. so you can't be late or you will miss/fail the quiz. Prof. Felts clearly has a passion for what she teaches, which comes across in her lectures. You will not be bored, I promise! Non-judgmental atmosphere encourages sharing/exchange of ideas about the material. Great class.

Professor Felts will definitely challenge you in order for you to grow as a student. I was enrolled in her Zoom class, and she was still great at teaching the material. As long as you attend class, pay attention, and actively participate, you will do well. She's strict on grading, but it's doable. You can attend her office hours and it's helpful.

Professor Karen was absolutely one of the best professors I've ever had. She is someone who you really never forget. She was so caring and willing to help despite dealing with her own struggles. I appreciate her commitment to the class, and I wish all professors were like Karen. She made me a much better writer.

Professor Felts is very kind and caring. She prepares the class for each sections carefully so you can learn the needed skills and get your deserved credits. The atmosphere is always pleasant and stress-free. Her feedback on classwork is helpful and set students up nicely for the big 3 papers.

Karen Felts is one of my favorite teachers! I have not had a more interesting, down to earth, relatable professor in my life and I loved learning from her.

AMAZING! Love this prof. Took her for film as lit and it was my fav class that semester. Had a db for every week but it had clear prompts and clear grading criteria. She's super cool and classroom discussions were very casual. This class is discussion heavy though so be prepared to talk. She made a four hour long class enjoyable.

Karen is a wonderful professor and the class is a lot of fun. Her ENGA100 course focused on California, and she picks essay topics that are engaging. The reading is not excessive and she gives amazing feedback.

Professor Felts is great. I can't stand English and writing but she made it interesting and applicable. Great conversation in class and "lectures". Great subject matter. Easy to work with and get along. Communicable and available. Work load was totally reasonable. No exams, just a few light quizzes and some papers to write.

Karen is a great professor who cares about her students. The class is challenging but rewarding. Definitely go to office hours - they really help. For studying, I found unstuck ai and the free textbook useful alongside the lectures.

This class was a little difficult just because of how much preparation was required for each class. It wasn't necessarily that she assigned too much homework it was really just all the readings and research that was needed in order to not be completely lost during class. It wasn't bad though because in my opinion she was a fun teacher.

i failed to pull my end of the weight but the professor was really nice and caring and felt safe the class is kinda hard tho

TAKE A CLASS WITH KAREN!!! I was very nervous for this class as it is only my second semester back from a two-year gap. Karen immediately put me at ease, and I had so much fun in her class! Even though this was an English 100 class, there was room for me as a more experienced writer to learn and grow. Karen cares about her students, and it shows.

professor felts is a fantastic english professor! her grading criteria is fair and she makes sure to go over everything on the paper prompts. we wrote 4 essays (1 in class that is prepared for) and all the topic were interesting and relevant to current times. professor felts also gives great feedback on the papers (video style) and is very funny!

Tons of reading aside, Karen is an exceptional professor. Be sure to attend every lecture, as perfect attendance grants you 25ECpts. 4 papers with 2 in-class essays, so be prepared. Gives excellent feedback & builds your character as a writer, no matter your educational pathway. In addition, her papers focus on real-world topics that u should enjoy