3.9

Kristin Matthews

Political Science - Tulsa Community College

3.9
Quality
2.9
Difficulty
61%
Would Retake
116
Reviews
3.9
Quality
2.9
Difficulty
3.9
Helpful
3.9
Clarity

61%

Would Retake

116

Reviews

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What Students Say

She's not a tough grader on assignments

POLS1113 - 2.0 rating

This was the worst class that I have had at tcc

POLS101 - 3.0 rating
Class Info

Online Classes

100%

Attendance Mandatory

74%

Textbook Required

7%

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Grade Distribution
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Based on 76 reported grades
A: 21
A+: 17
B+: 8
A-: 6
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Get ready to read (25)
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Test heavy (15)
Clear grading criteria (14)
Tough grader (14)
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Amazing lectures (11)
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Reviews (116)
5.0
2.0
POLS1113
Mar 28, 2011

Great and devoted teacher. I think it was her first semester teaching and she was just as good, and even better than some experienced teachers. I enjoyed the class and learned alot. I would take it again.

5.0
1.0
POLS1113
Jun 13, 2011

Kristin is an amazing, understanding, and decent teacher. She lectures but pauses for input or questions. Gives LEGIT study guides. She is professional. Government isnt intresting but her class was.

5.0
3.0
POLS1113
Jul 31, 2011

Very helpful, and knowledgeable about material. Engaged the class well, and encourages discussions and very supportive of students.

5.0
1.0
POL1113
Dec 14, 2011

This was my favorite class. She gave out study questions before each test and if you found the answers in the book you could make an A. She gave opportunity for extra credit. Her discussions were very interesting. I would recommend this class without question.

5.0
1.0
POLS1113
Dec 15, 2011

Ms. Snodgrass is awesome. She knows her economics and she encourages students to discuss the material. She does allow people to talk a bit too much at times but overall her class is great. She gives very helpful study guides and also gave multiple extra credit opportunities. She tries her best to make a boring subject interesting and it works!

5.0
1.0
POLS1113
Jan 15, 2012

Kristen is an amazing teacher. She really knows what she is talking about. It's easy to get an A, as long as you study of course. She has a few opportunities for extra credit. I suggest you take these, just in case you flub on a test. No homework is given in this class. She gives excellent study guides. Perfect personality and really cute!

5.0
4.0
POLS1113
May 2, 2012

Really really great teacher. Kristin really knows what she's talking about and I learned a lot even though I wasn't that interested. It's not an easy class, but you can get an A if you study and fill out the study guides. She also gives extra credit opportunities.

5.0
2.0
POLLS1113
Oct 31, 2012

Amazing teacher and interesting class! She knows her stuff, and gives you the truth! She is not biased at all and doesn't try to sway your political views, but she will tell you the facts and make you think about how you stand politically(even if you thought you would never care!) SHE IS AWESOME!!! I would take any other class she taught for sure!

3.0
1.0
POLI1113
Dec 4, 2012

Easy teacher. Just show up for class. Class is pointless. She gets off topic and on political rants and hardly teacher the materiel on the the test. Do the study guides and show up for class and you will pass. Lots of extra credit. If you are looking for a easy credit look no further, but if you want to learn about government look somewhere else.

4.0
2.0
POLS1113
Dec 11, 2012

Awesome class! It was very easy and I'm glad because I hate government. This being one of my worst subjects, I made an A. Show up, study the study guides, write your papers, then you should get one as well. Kristen definitely made a painful subject into something interesting! And she did an amazing job portraying both sides to every topic.

5.0
1.0
GOVERNMENT
Apr 1, 2013

Snodgrass is basically the best professor ever. No question. I wish she taught every subject just so i could be excited about class! She gives out study guides and you just fill it out and you will be set for the test with a little study time! I miss this class :)

1.0
5.0
POLSGOVERNMENT
May 9, 2013

would not recommend...

3.0
4.0
POLS101
Apr 30, 2013

This was the worst class that I have had at tcc. Kristens tests were hard, and the percentage rate of everyone passing was low aver. at about 78%. I would not recommend her class at all!!!! take it online. she is also very unprofessional.

2.0
5.0
POLS101
May 10, 2013

Kristin is a great person, I really liked her personality, but I don't think she is a great teacher, ONLY because her tests were too much for me. You go over five chapters and you have to study a lot of definitions, long defs, with four essay questions. I like her but I would not take again

5.0
2.0
POL1113
May 19, 2013

Ms Snodgrass was very laid back and encourages participation, which I enjoyed. Tests were right out of the book if you read the chapters like she stress you will make a A easy. I feel more confident in my knowledge about POL SCI after her class. My guess of pervious comments from haters is they didn't read chapter reviews. I would take again!!

5.0
2.0
POLS1113
Jun 25, 2013

This class was awesome. I wish more were like this. Show up, contribute to discussion, do the work (not hard), and study for tests. Kristen makes the class current. I learned a lot that i didn't know and actually enjoyed the class. She has a kind of dry sense of humor that not everyone gets. Don't take her class if you want to be babied.

5.0
2.0
POLS1113
Jul 9, 2013

I thought she was an easy teacher. The study guides are the test. The answers are in the chapter quiz. I hate government, but really if you show up to class, even if you don't pay attention, do the homework and study the study guides and there's is no way you can't get an A. She gives easy extra credit!

5.0
1.0
POL1113
Jul 17, 2013

Ms. Snodgrass is such an easy teacher. She is very straight forward with the class curriculum. She would let you know what to except on the test and what you should accomplish to receive an A in the class. In her class four test, five abstract and plenty of extra credit are given. During every section she will take attendance ,which is worth point

5.0
1.0
POLS1113
Jul 25, 2013

This class was awesome! Kristan made this extremely interesting, and definitely opened my eyes about politics. She made her class very relevant and fun. This is not a hard class, she gives you the test before hand (in study guide form). I am so glad that I took this course, and had Kristan as my instructor!

5.0
3.0
POLS1113
Aug 6, 2013

She's awesome! she really got me into politics, it may be boring but it's vital to know what's going on in the world. she talks about recent issues and gets you involved. she has study guides for each test and plenty of extra credit. she's really funny too. if you get anything below an A in here, its completely your own fault.

5.0
2.0
POLS1113
Aug 29, 2013

The best prof at TCC. I had no idea what to expect but ended up loving this class. It's easy but there is plenty of work to do. Tests are easy as long as you study. Never thought I'd learn as much as I did. Never met a more laidback but competent teacher. She is serious about students learning. I wish she taught other subjects. Highly recommend!

5.0
1.0
POLS1113
Nov 3, 2013

This was a very easy class. Ms Snodgrass is very down to earth and did a great job at making the class interesting. The study guides are just like the test and everything is straight from the book. Very cool teacher, I loved this class!

5.0
1.0
POLS1113
Grade: Not_Sure_Yet
Nov 21, 2013

Very good class, willing to speak with every student who has a concern about an assignment or the course. Very knowledgeable. The class is easy and enjoyable. Political opinions are encouraged and discussions occur regularly.

5.0
1.0
POLS1113
Grade: B+
Nov 21, 2013

A fantastic teacher, extremely helpful, friendly, and motivated. Always makes an effort to connect to and relate to the students. Fantastic presentations, and mediums regarding teaching. Does a wonderful job with enabling students to see the gravity of government presence in our current and future lives.

5.0
2.0
POLS1113
Grade: A-
Dec 31, 2013

Easily the most unbiased political science teacher I have ever had. She is awesome because she helps you to think for yourself and form your own opinions, all while doing a phenomenal job teaching the material. She's passionate about her subject and it shows in her character and teaching. She is a GREAT teacher. I so seriously recommend her.

5.0
2.0
POLS1113
May 9, 2014

As long as you get your work done, and attend class, you will do extraordinary. She offers a good amount of extra credit, and it will help you in the long run. If you do amazing on all your tests, don't miss class, and have a high grade in the class, you could have a chance to exempt her final.. Everyone is capable of doing so if you do whats asked

5.0
2.0
POLS1113
Grade: A+
Oct 30, 2014

I loved this class. Ms. Snodgrass is an unbiased professor that lets you form your own opinions. She offers plenty of easy extra credit and if you do the study guides and study them, you can easily get an A on all of the tests. Make sure to show up for class, and you will want to because the lecture is worth it. I learned more than I ever thought.

4.0
2.0
1113
Nov 17, 2014

One of my favorite teachers! Really encourages creative thinking, loves to show videostalk about current events, and has some really interesting things to say! The only downside is that you have to read the textbook to make it through the tests, as most of the lectures do not cover the test questions.

5.0
4.0
POLS1113
Apr 22, 2015

She will do anything to help her students as long as you make the first move to ask. Only four tests and they're all challenging. This is not an easy course, she wants you to actually learn what she teaches so it helps you in life.

5.0
3.0
POLS1113
Apr 27, 2015

Ms. Snodgrass is amazing! I hate politics but I still really enjoyed her class. 4 easy 1 pg papers over a current event, 4 tests (lowest is dropped) & 1 research paper. Tons of EC opportunities. She will help you with anything if you just ask! She is funny & makes the class interesting with videos. I really wish she taught more classes at TCC!

5.0
2.0
GOV
Grade: A
May 8, 2015

4 current events, do them get an A 1 paperproject, follow guidelines get an A 4 tests, they are pretty difficult but she gives a study guide that is the test, answers are word for word in the textbook, lowest test grade dropped which means no final! Lecturers are almost always turned into a class discussion which makes for an enjoyable class.

5.0
2.0
POLS1113
Grade: A+
Jun 15, 2015

Ms. Snodgrass is an outstanding professor. By far one of the best professors I have ever taken. She will do anything to help you learn and understand government. She is unbiased and doesn't call you out based on your political party. GREAT TEACHER.

5.0
2.0
POLS1113
Jul 6, 2015

First instructor that actually cared and took the time to work with the students.

5.0
3.0
20153
Grade: A+
Aug 5, 2015

This was a great summer class. Attendance is very important to your grade. She gives extra credit in many formats that you get to pick from. She give study guides with everything that will be on the test and the question for the test come straight from the book. study what on the guide. She made the class very interesting and did not born you.

5.0
2.0
POLS-1113-307
Grade: B+
Oct 26, 2015

Professor Kristin Snodgrass is nothing short of excellent. It was an honor to learn from such a dame. Clear concise lectures combined with smooth tests that require a quick skim through the book for most. So long as you do your work and attend class you should encounter intellectual discussions and a solid B or A. Simply enroll in the class now!

5.0
1.0
POLS1113
Grade: A
Dec 23, 2015

Hands down best teacher ever. The Snodgrass class experience is one you'll want to have in all of your classes. She's exceptionally kind & way too cool for school. Her intellectually stimulating class will knock your mind out of it's comfort zone, in a good way. ;) Very encouraging & understands that life happens. Saved my ass this year, thank you.

4.0
3.0
POLS1113
Grade: A-
Dec 28, 2015

I had Snodgrass for American Federal Government. She likes to lecture while giving out a slideshow, but since you can look up the slide online you should take notes on what she is saying. Tests can be difficult if you did not understand vocabulary. She gives out work specifically for groups. Will definitely try to work with you and provide help.

5.0
1.0
POLS1113
Grade: A
Apr 30, 2016

Adjectives used to describe Kirsten Snodgrass; smart, sassy, fair, helpful, stylish, funny, unbiased, and amazing. Students are given test study guides 3-4 weeks in advance for the easiest test I have encountered since leaving grade school. She gives tons of extra credit and is easy on the eyes. easiest "A" of the semester.

5.0
2.0
POLS1113
Grade: A
Apr 30, 2016

Ms. Snodgrass is a great instructor who knows more about politics than most politicians. Show up to class, ask for help if you are having trouble, and do your assignments and I promise that you wont regret enrolling! Oh and guys, Refrain from hitting on her, I watched a guy get shutdown in front of the entire class and it was hilarious.

4.0
1.0
POLS1113
Grade: A
Jun 12, 2016
Would take again

I loved her! One of the best teachers I've ever had. It truly shows how much she cares about her students. I would care less about govmt or politics but she made it interesting and I even found myself intrigued with the subject. Straight forward with instructions,go to study group and do the sudy corners, you will pass the test. Lots of Extra Cred2

5.0
2.0
POLS1113
Aug 7, 2016
Would take again

Great teaching style Really balanced in politics Easy to understand Attentive while in discussion Treats everyone equally Always available to get ahold of Stay focused and it's an easy A Solid class

5.0
2.0
POL1113
Grade: A+
Nov 2, 2016
Would take again

Mrs snodgrass is such an awesome teacher, she is super fun and easy going and gets along with everyone. Lecture slides for each chapter but go to her study sessions And you'll ace the tests. Easy A as long as you do the work and study!

EXTRA CREDIT
GROUP PROJECTS
5.0
2.0
POL1113
Grade: A
Dec 1, 2016
Would take again

Professor Snodgrass is awesome! She definitely knows her stuff. There are four tests throughout the year. She eliminates your lowest one. I got all A's on my first three, the last test was considered the "Final" and I didn't have to take it. One research project/paper, multiple group projects (super easy) and a few current events.

Hilarious
Caring
EXTRA CREDIT
4.0
4.0
POLS1113
Dec 5, 2016
Would take again

She is good at explaining her lectures. She is interested in what she teaches. Fun to talk to and have discussions. You do need to put time and work into this class but it isn't too hard. She gives you a good chance to get a good grade and is ready to help. Kind of strict, but reasonable.

Respected
Get ready to read
Participation matters
5.0
2.0
POL1113
Dec 7, 2016
Would take again

She is well studied and does her best to avoid bias on either side of politics. She is really nice and easy to talk to.

5.0
3.0
POLS1113
Grade: A+
Dec 8, 2016
Would take again

Kristin Snodgrass is in my top 3 fav teachers at TCC. She is respectful of everyone in class. She's hilarious - she walks the line between "fun teacher" and "serious leader" very well. She has the accolades and the personality to go far in whatever she desires, and I'm SO glad she offers her skills to TCC students. PRO TIP:GO TO THE STUDY SESSIONS.

Gives good feedback
Respected
Amazing lectures
2.0
4.0
POLS1113
Apr 5, 2017
Wouldn't take again

She's not a tough grader on assignments. But, you have to study a lot before you go to study session for exams. If You have more than six absences, you'll drop a letter grade at the end of the semester!! I think she's rude and impolite. I suggest you should find another instructor if you don't wanna do a research project or paper.

Skip class? You won't pass.
EXTRA CREDIT
GROUP PROJECTS
5.0
3.0
POL1113
Grade: A+
Apr 30, 2017
Would take again

Absolutely LOVE her! So funny and I loved how she taught, I hate government but she really is an amazing teacher. At the study sessions, she gives u everything that will be on the test along w the answers! Funniest prof ever and she's so real she's not afraid to speak the truth! Really respected her and enjoyed her class! tysm Mrs. Snodgrass(:

Respected
Hilarious
EXTRA CREDIT
5.0
2.0
POLS1113
Grade: A
May 30, 2017
Would take again

She has an attendance policy so you have to show up. Her tests are really easy, and she has study sessions that are really helpful. My friends used to attend those but I always had a lab at that time, but I still did pretty good. As long as you finish the study guides you will be fine. There are easy extra credit points and current event assignments.

5.0
3.0
POLS1113
Jun 4, 2017
Would take again

Tough cookie but she's one of the best teachers I have ever had. Lectures are fascinating, relevant discussions. Understanding, works with you, has strict rules. She's funny and knows what she wants out of you. Glad I had her as a teacher-just make sure you stay within the absence/tardy limit or you drop letter grades easily, no lenience whatsoever

Gives good feedback
Respected
Amazing lectures
5.0
2.0
POLS1113
Grade: A
Aug 11, 2017
Would take again

Best professor that I've had at TCC. Isn't biased, and truly cares about her students. If you don't take her for Government, you'll definitely regret it! Has study guides for every exam (3-4), if you study then them you'll ace the exams.

Respected
Hilarious
EXTRA CREDIT
5.0
4.0
POL1113
Grade: A+
Jan 17, 2018
Would take again

I cannot explain to you how much I enjoyed this class. I loved her personality, lectures (they were FUN) and her hrading criteria. I wish she taught more classes because i would take them. Amazing lady. She made my nights fun and she would answer any questions and stay after class just so her students would succeed.

Gives good feedback
Respected
ACCESSIBLE OUTSIDE CLASS
5.0
1.0
POLI1113
Grade: A+
Nov 12, 2018
Would take again

Really good teacher, passed with a 100% my just paying attention and doing the study guide before the test

Respected
Clear grading criteria
Amazing lectures
4.0
3.0
POLS1113
Grade: B+
Dec 13, 2018
Would take again

Professor Matthews' lectures were very interesting and she offers opportunities for extra credit to boost your grade. She really cares about your success in her class and is willing to help outside of class. Tests are derived from study guides, though not easy, it is also not very difficult if you dedicate time to study. I would recommend Her!

ACCESSIBLE OUTSIDE CLASS
Amazing lectures
Caring
5.0
2.0
POLS1113
Grade: B
Dec 30, 2018
Would take again

She does a good job lecturing and makes it easy to follow along. The test are exactly like the study guides and she will go over most of the answers during her lectures. You only have to do one short essay outside of class and you have a couple of discussions and current events to do throughout the semester. I would recommend her.

Skip class? You won't pass.
Clear grading criteria
Amazing lectures
4.0
2.0
POLS1113
Grade: Not sure yet
Apr 17, 2019
Would take again

Dr. Matthews is a good choice. If you miss more than 6 classes, you will drop a letter grade, so please DO NOT SKIP!!!! The class is easy and anyone can earn an A if they do their best. Pop quizzes happen, but she usually will tell the class when there is a quiz. Also, she gives study guides for tests! That helps out a lot.

Skip class? You won't pass.
Clear grading criteria
Beware of pop quizzes
5.0
2.0
POL1113
Grade: A+
Apr 29, 2019
Would take again

I loved Mrs. Matthews class! She was hilarious, but makes learning government fun! The tests are exactly like the study guides. Nothing hard in this class, just put the effort and you will pass.

Gives good feedback
Respected
Hilarious
5.0
3.0
POL1113
Grade: A+
Jun 6, 2019
Would take again

I was dreading this class for personal reasons, but she made lectures fun, you will want to come to her class. You'll have a test every other week, multiple choice with 3 essay questions and she gives you a study guide. Dedicate some time to actually studying it and you will make an A on all the tests.

Clear grading criteria
Amazing lectures
Caring
5.0
2.0
POLS1113
Grade: A-
Jul 25, 2019
Would take again

Open note exams and group quizzes. Literally if you put in effort you'll get an A. Simple.

Gives good feedback
Accessible outside class
Participation matters
3.0
4.0
POL1113
Grade: B+
Sep 20, 2019
Wouldn't take again

THERE IS NO STUDY GUIDE ANYMORE! Unless you have a government background, don't expect this class to be easy. The exams are super hard, no way to really prepare. Took as a summer class, don't recommend.

Lots of homework
Skip class? You won't pass.
So many papers
2.0
5.0
POL1113
Sep 24, 2019
Wouldn't take again

There is no longer a study guide. If you have no prior knowledge dont take this professor. The tests were extremely hard with little to no prep. Her lectures are fun but they dont help with tests. I dont recommend this professor.

Get ready to read
Test heavy
Tough grader
1.0
5.0
POLI1113
Sep 30, 2019
Wouldn't take again

There is no study guide for test and lecture does not prepare you for test, unless you have a government background, test will be difficult. The teacher is very nice and lecture are great but they dont prepare you for test which makes this a difficult class to pass.

Amazing lectures
Tough grader
1.0
5.0
11278
Oct 14, 2019
Wouldn't take again

This was the worst teacher I have ever met. Try hard and study as much as you possibly can for the test? You fail. Ask her for what will be on the test for the study guide? Wont happen. I tried endless amount of times to get help and worked my hardest. I would never recommend to take her class. She makes it harder than any teacher should!

Tough grader
Test heavy
Skip class? You won't pass.
3.0
5.0
POLS1113
Oct 16, 2019
Wouldn't take again

She is a nice teacher overall, but she does not give study guides anymore. The test is extremely difficult with three essay questions, but she does let you have a cheat sheet front and back, so take good notes! There are one or two papers a month (at least a page or two depending on the assignment).

Respected
Get ready to read
Graded by few things
5.0
4.0
POLS1113
Grade: A
Oct 31, 2019
Would take again

Dr. Matthews made political science and American government so much fun and super interesting! Her exams are super hard and you will definitely need to learn (or already know) how to constructively take notes during her lectures (you can use notes for exams). She gives ample opportunities to raise their grades with extra credit. Highly recommend!

Participation matters
Clear grading criteria
Amazing lectures
2.0
4.0
POL1113
Grade: Drop/Withdrawal
Oct 31, 2019
Wouldn't take again

She doesn't do study guides anymore, everything on the test she says is on the power points but its not. Her lectures are very boring but pay attention because she goes over the essay questions in her lectures. You have 4 exams, 3 papers, 4 current events, extra credit and 3 group quizzes. Honestly do not recommend if you aren't majoring in p.s

Lecture heavy
EXTRA CREDIT
So many papers
5.0
4.0
POL1113
Grade: Not sure yet
Nov 12, 2019
Would take again

Shes a funny and inspirational professor who challenges students to work for their grade. Shes an easy grader on the written assignments, tells u essay Q before test. allows 1 page of notes front and back on tests (use 5 pt font to cram ur notes!), and gives extra credit opp. As long as u take good notes on lecture and skim ur textbook, ur solid.

Respected
Lots of homework
Get ready to read
2.0
4.0
POL1113
Grade: C
Nov 17, 2019
Wouldn't take again

You do short essays EVERY week and she grades you tough on them. I even reached out to her and asked what to do different and she gave little to no feed back. Tests are supposedly open book/note but since you have to use a online book and a online lock out browser that's impossible. If you aren't a star at government look for another professor.

Lots of homework
Get ready to read
Tough grader
5.0
4.0
POLS1113
Grade: B
Nov 20, 2019
Would take again

She is a great teacher! You do have to pay attention in class and write down more than what is on her powerpoint for notes. use the powerpoint and then go home and go through the textbook to get more details on the topics. the powerpoint is your study guide. she gives you all the essay questions on the tests and you can use a notes sheet on tests!

Participation matters
Skip class? You won't pass.
Lecture heavy
4.0
4.0
POLS1113
Grade: Not sure yet
Nov 20, 2019
Would take again

this class isnt that bad but she does make you work for it!! If you dont study youll fail! If you dont come to class youll fail! If you dont pay attention in class youll fail! I suggest that if you take her be ready to work for your grade! Her lectures are so fun and shes a really cool person but her tests are hard but They get easier!!

Skip class? You won't pass.
Amazing lectures
Tough grader
2.0
5.0
POL1113
Grade: C+
Dec 5, 2019
Wouldn't take again

No Review for tests; you have to go all over the books and read it for yourself and you must pay attention during her lecture. Otherwise, you will definately fail.

Get ready to read
Skip class? You won't pass.
Test heavy
1.0
5.0
POLS1113
Grade: C
Dec 11, 2019
Wouldn't take again

She only lectured off of power points and her tests were ridiculous. Even with knowing what essay topics were going to be on the test AND being able to bring a page of notes, it was nearly impossible to get Cs on her tests.

Tough grader
Lecture heavy
Test heavy
3.0
2.0
POLS1113
Grade: B+
Dec 14, 2019
Would take again

The class is pretty simple if you pay attention at all. She goes over tested material pretty extensively in her powerpoints and lectures, so you don't need the book. A single page of notes are allowed on the test, so you might want to write down information for her essay questions. Overall, a very easy class to pass if you have a frontal lobe.

Skip class? You won't pass.
Graded by few things
Lecture heavy
5.0
3.0
POLLS1113
Grade: A+
Jan 7, 2020
Would take again

Phenomenal professor, she is respectful, intelligent, and willing to work with you if you are not understanding the material. If youre someone who isnt used to working for a good grade this class will change that, as you have to apply yourself to do well. She is a fair grader and her class is very interesting.

Gives good feedback
Respected
Caring
5.0
3.0
POLS1113
Grade: A-
Apr 14, 2020
Would take again

She is very organized and knows what she is talking about. Very quick to respond. Many discussion boards, and exams that are heavily-weighted. Would take her again.

Lots of homework
Accessible outside class
Clear grading criteria
4.0
4.0
POLS1113
Grade: A
Jul 23, 2020
Wouldn't take again

Took her online 8 week American Gov. summer class. 4 tests, 4 essays, 15 quizzes, and 4 discussions. Very test heavy (480/1000pts). Study multiple choice quiz questions (they make up most of the test). Test is on lockdown browser but quiz are open book. Reading heavy! (u read about 15 chapters). She grade very easy on papers. ACTUALLY READ THE BOOK

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1.0
4.0
POLS1113
Oct 5, 2020
Wouldn't take again

Not only is she very disrespectful and mean, but it seems like she doesn't care at all about any issues that arise or questions you may have. Taught us by powerpoint and made the class boring and not worth going to. Highly suggest finding another American Government professor.

Skip class? You won't pass.
Test heavy
5.0
3.0
POLS1113
Grade: A
Oct 14, 2020
Would take again

Loved this class. Found it to be pretty easy, well-structured and easy to follow. Sessions were short most of the time. You can tell she's passionate about politics and tries to be unbiased. Took it during an election year so lots of examples. She's also really cool to talk to and helpful but expects you to work hard for a good grade.

Gives good feedback
Test heavy
Clear grading criteria
5.0
3.0
POLS1113
Grade: A+
Dec 4, 2020
Would take again

I took Dr. Matthew's class online and really enjoyed it. I felt like there was a doable amount of work each week. Definitely read the textbook and pay attention on quizzes. I noticed repeat quiz questions on the exams, which use lockdown browser. You definitely have to think critically in this course, but I learned a lot.

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Test heavy
Clear grading criteria
5.0
4.0
POLS2033
Grade: B+
Dec 21, 2020
Would take again

Professor Matthews was an amazing professor. I wish I could take this class again, outside of a global pandemic. She worked diligently to make course work interesting. You must read and understand the coursework in order to do well on tests. Reading the textbook is unavoidable. If you like philosophy, it will be fun. Class discussions were great.

Gives good feedback
Accessible outside class
Amazing lectures
4.0
4.0
POLS1113
Grade: A
Mar 30, 2021
Would take again

Kristin Matthews knows her stuff! The tests are proxy exams where you have to show your face during the entire test. Heads up, the test is made up of questions from other professors as well so sometimes the questions don't match what you learned. She said it isn't about memorization, it is about critical thinking.

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Lecture heavy
5.0
4.0
POLS1113
Apr 28, 2021
Would take again

Dr. Matthews is a very fair grader. Government is a tough class. She is very fair and offers kind, inspirational and motivational feedback. Wish she taught other courses because I would for sure take those classes too!

Clear grading criteria
Gives good feedback
Inspirational
1.0
1.0
POL1113
May 17, 2021
Wouldn't take again

Took the 16-week class and absolutely hated it. Easy class. Quizzes are not proctored and are open book, exams are not. The questions on both sometimes do not make sense and are irrelevant to the material provided. Also if you do not post your discussion a day before the due date you automatically are deducted 5 points. Would not recommend it.

5.0
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POL2033
Grade: A
Nov 15, 2021
Would take again

Into to Political Thought is by definition a heavy philosophic course. It is important to read the book and watch the lectures that she posts, as well as the supplemental material she provides. This is not a rote memorization course, but one with important synergistic threads from ancient times to current,

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Caring
5.0
4.0
POLS2033
Grade: A+
Dec 4, 2021
Would take again

I took Political Thought, and it was easily one of the hardest classes I have ever taken. It challenges you in ways that most classes do not. If you read the chapters and watch the lectures and utilize the supplemental material, you can pass. If you neglect any of these things, then good luck. The exams are the hardest part of the course by far.

Gives good feedback
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Clear grading criteria
4.0
5.0
POLS1113
Dec 11, 2021
Wouldn't take again

This was a difficult class. Exams are the most difficult part (duh), theyre just hard to study for with what you get from packed lectures and the textbook. I had to study a lot to get a decent grade, being a bad test taker myself. Everything else was great, I feel like I learned about a lot of important things that i can actually apply to life!

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5.0
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POL1113
Grade: A+
Dec 12, 2021
Would take again

Professor Matthews was one of the best TCC professors Ive ever had. I was enrolled in her online 16 week government class and made a considerably easy A. She grades really easy on papers and gives clear instructions for them. Hardest part of the class are the exams, as they are timed and proctored. Read the textbook and you will be just fine.

3.0
4.0
POLS1113
Grade: Drop/Withdrawal
Dec 14, 2021
Would take again

Matthews was a decent professor but I mostly just enjoyed the content. Extremely test heavy, which are on lockdown browsers and will tank your grade. There are a few papers too (but grades easy). Packback is due the day before or you will lose points. I withdrew because I didnt have the time to put in the effort an A requires (so much reading!!)

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Participation matters
Test heavy
5.0
1.0
POL1113
Grade: B+
Dec 16, 2021
Would take again

Very epic, super chill, funny, and offers great and interesting lectures. Her quizzes are real easy if you read, (all the answers are on Quizlet for the quizzes). she uses lockdown browser for her tests but the questions are recycled from the quizzes. there are a few papers but she grades super easy.(I got 100% on all my papers). overall super easy

Hilarious
Amazing lectures
EXTRA CREDIT
1.0
5.0
POL1113
Grade: Rather not say
Feb 3, 2022
Wouldn't take again

Very difficult class and very strict grader. tests require a camera on and don't have anything on the test from the chapters you read.

2.0
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POL1113
Grade: A
Feb 8, 2022
Wouldn't take again

Professor Matthews was ok, she was very laid back, she answered emails in a timely manner, and the amount of homework required was not bad. You have to read the text book in order to do well in the class. 4 unit tests, a few discussion posts, and not a lot of assignments. There was no lectures due to it being an online class.

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1113
Grade: B+
Apr 4, 2022
Would take again

Take her! Her class is so easy! Her quizzes are very simple, the exams have the same questions as the quizzes, lectures are VERY interesting. There are a few essays you have to write about they are all about your opinion and about your experiences so it is SUPER easy!

Amazing lectures
Lecture heavy
2.0
3.0
POL1113
Grade: A
May 11, 2022
Would take again

READ THE TEXTBOOK CHAPTERS OR YOU WONT PASS. Grades essays pretty easy. Doesn't have study guides for tests but plenty of people have made quizlets. Responds quickly to emails. Not a blow off class but not the most difficult class either. Like her syllabus says, you get the grade you earn

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POL1113
Grade: C+
Jul 19, 2022

I didn't like Dr. Matthews. Lots of reading, papers and was not helpful. Strict on rules and didn't help when emailed with questions. Quizzes and tests had questions that didn't match the chapters. She gave us an exam video to watch to "prepare" us but the video was her talking about how easy it would be and that she was helping us too much.

Tough grader
Lots of homework
So many papers
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POLI1113
Grade: C
Jul 23, 2022

The tests did not have anything about the chapters that we are suppose to read. The tests are worth so much so if you don't do good on the tests it's hard to get a good grade. Harsh grader on the essays too. every time I emailed she said "read the syllabus"

Tough grader
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2.0
POLS1113
Grade: C
Aug 16, 2022

This was supposed to be a blended class, but when we showed up for class she told us she "had no lesson planned" so it was done entirely online. She grades harshly and offers little creative freedom when it comes to essays (STICK TO THE RUBRIC). This is a simple class, just don't expect any real instruction, you will be teaching yourself.

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1113
Grade: A
Sep 7, 2022

Not helpful, condescending, and overall bad professor. She bragged a lot about how much she would be able to teach us in this class and I learned almost nothing. Take ANYONE else. Also, expect to teach yourself cause she doesn't.

Tough grader
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Test heavy
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GOV
Grade: A
Sep 10, 2022

This was an extremely hard and confusing class with absolutely no help from Prof. There were so many places i had to post every single assignment and i had no idea what i was doing. wouldn't recommend.

Tough grader
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Test heavy
5.0
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POL1113
Grade: A-
Nov 1, 2022
Would take again

Favorite class by far. Very clear expectations, easy to work ahead. The book is FREE and available on YouTube for read-aloud. Dr. Matthews puts together a fabulous online classroom experience with great content and just enough work that you can actually retain what is taught. I am truly sad that she does not offer continuing courses.

Participation matters
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Respected
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POLS1113
Grade: B
Nov 16, 2022
Would take again

Professor Matthews is the best! Her textbook is free online, she does have several assignments but if you stay on top of it, it's very simple and manageable. She gives extra credit if you show up to her physical class and she'll go over everything on every test. chapter quizzes are the exams. Would 100% retake her and recommend her.

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Test heavy
5.0
2.0
POLS1113
Grade: A
Dec 6, 2022
Would take again

Class consists of 4 tests, quizzes for each chapter, and 4 essays around 2 pages long. Make sure to show up to class because you get extra credit for it and she gives out the essay questions there. She's a very solid professor and I liked her dry sense of humor. She is unbiased when it comes to your political preferences and is not a tough grader.

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Accessible outside class
1.0
5.0
POL1113
Grade: Drop/Withdrawal
Dec 16, 2022

There are 4 tests worth so many points and she uses lockdown browser. I withdrew from the class after taking the 2nd test because the test questions were not related to the chapter at all.

Group projects
Test heavy
Online Savvy
3.0
4.0
POL1113
Grade: A-
Apr 8, 2023

The lectures honestly weren't super helpful or interesting, but if you take the time to read the terribly long textbook chapter each week you will get an A.

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POL1113
Grade: A+
Apr 21, 2024

4 papers, 4 discussion boards, 4 exams, and a weekly quiz. I took her blended class. the prof is really smart and nice, but the lectures are more of a yapping session, and you don't learn much. there's LOTS of textbook reading and most of the exam questions are from the textbook. def more difficult than it needed to be, but overall, not bad.

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Caring
Test heavy
2.0
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POL1113
Grade: B-
Apr 24, 2024

Dr. Matthews does not put in any effort when It comes to her online classes. Read your textbook for hours with no other lectures/videos/materials. Tests are heavily weighted without study guides or any prep to know what questions will be on the tests. Due dates are easily missed due to her inconsistency. This is my first B and I worked my ass off.

Tough grader
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5.0
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POLS1113
Grade: A
May 13, 2024
Would take again

Probably the smartest professor I've had at TCC. Lots of work in the online portion of the class, but if you stay on top of it you'll make a good grade. I really wish all classes were blended like this.

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Clear grading criteria
Gives good feedback
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1113
Grade: B
May 24, 2024

Tests are in lockdown browser. You can study all you want but I failed every single test. Essay questions on test are difficult as well. The rest of the class is fairly easy but the tests are just very difficult. The only way to pass is to read the long and very boring chapters. If you study the quizzes you might get a C on the test.

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5.0
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1113
Grade: A
Dec 2, 2024
Would take again

Dr. Matthews is an amazing professor! There are no lectures in her class, but there are discussions, quizzes, and papers. She gives excellent feedback for the assignments as well. The exams are done in a lockdown browser, so it is imperative that you study the highlighted points in each chapter.

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Gives good feedback
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POL1113
Grade: B
Jan 16, 2025
Would take again

Dr. Matthews' class is tough, but manageable if you stay on top of the readings. The lectures can be dry, but unstuck ai helped me prepare for the exams. Overall, a solid class for the motivated student.

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GOVERNMENT
Grade: C
May 2, 2025

Grading takes forever—sometimes 3+ weeks for exams. No teaching, just an online book. You're expected to guess what's on the test. The last 3 questions are essays worth 30 pts total with unclear expectations. If you need structure or actual teaching, avoid this class.

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POL1113
Grade: A
May 8, 2025

I didn't enjoy taking this course. If you enjoy learning by only reading a textbook, then it might be for you. The entire class is weekly chapter quizzes that you get by reading your college-level textbook. There is a lot of reading! When grading anything, Mrs. Matthews gives no feedback, so you don't know what to fix in your next assignments.

Tough grader
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POL1113
Grade: Drop/Withdrawal
May 15, 2025
Would take again

I had her as a PLS 1113 professor in 2019. She is one of the coldest in the game. I had alot going in that year and fell behind she was gracious enough to give me a AW so I could protect my gpa. My completion rate still took a hit but it was better than a F on my transcript. I completed the class at a 2nd attempt and passed. I did have her again.

Amazing lectures
Inspirational
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GOVERNMENT
Grade: Drop/Withdrawal
Jun 11, 2025

Such a rude professor, Who has no empathy towards others. Tried to contact this professor in the summer and acted like Teachers don't get paid in the summer.

Tough grader
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POLI1113
Grade: Drop/Withdrawal
Jun 14, 2025

One of the pros about this professor is that I feel she genuinely cares about her students. But I failed her class once. I took it again thinking that I wasn't ready. And now I can see why I failed her class the first time around. There are other professors for Government. Take Dr. Brown.

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POLI1113
Grade: A+
Jul 27, 2025
Would take again

I took her class this last summer semester. She is very strict on late assignments and she will not allow any slack if you are late. She is very particular on the answers you give when taking her exams. All exams are proctored if you take the class online. If you do what you are supposed too you will pass.

Tough grader
EXTRA CREDIT
Lots of homework
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POL1113
Grade: A+
Dec 7, 2025
Would take again

Brilliant professor - wicked smart and that's why it was so much fun. I didn't think it would be an interesting class and it turned out to be one of my favorites. No easy or tough grading - just fair grading. I appreciated her and her class.

Clear grading criteria
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Inspirational
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