4.4

Laura Dickinson

Communication - Seminole State College

4.4
Quality
2.3
Difficulty
85%
Would Retake
171
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4.4
Quality
2.3
Difficulty
4.4
Helpful
4.4
Clarity

85%

Would Retake

171

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What Students Say

You'll do fine with out the book, I just prefer it

SPC1608 - 3.0 rating

I really enjoyed her class

SPC1608 - 4.0 rating
Class Info

Online Classes

100%

Attendance Mandatory

90%

Textbook Required

31%

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A: 22
A+: 18
B+: 10
B: 4
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Gives good feedback (17)
Clear grading criteria (17)
EXTRA CREDIT (15)
Participation matters (13)
Hilarious (12)
Caring (11)
Skip class? You won't pass. (6)
Amazing lectures (6)
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Reviews (171)
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3.0
SPEECH
Apr 14, 2004

shes great. she is very helpful. if you are ever having problems in the class she will go out of her way to help you.

5.0
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SPEECH
Apr 16, 2004

i am curently taking her and she is awsome.. has a great since of humor and makes speech fun.. she is also very understanding.. she lets you know what she expects and she lets you know when you are doing a good job thanks mrs d jodi

5.0
2.0
SPEECH
Apr 29, 2004

Wonderful Teacher! I love her to death and wouldnt take anyone else. She is very informative and helpful. wonderful sense of humor! Makes speeking in front of a class very easy. Uses great teching tactics!

5.0
2.0
SPC1060
May 4, 2004

Great teacher! She is very helpful and actually cares about her students. She is very clear about assignments and has a great sense of humor. Her teaching style is NOT boring, I actually learned something

5.0
2.0
SPC1600
Jun 3, 2004

Awesome woman!! If you do her work and take her advice she gives you all you need to know. She was so sweet and she actually cared. Great conversations.

5.0
2.0
SPEECH
Jun 7, 2004

Great class! Entertaining and helpful with fear of public speaking.

5.0
1.0
SPEECH
Jun 18, 2004

Best teacher! Clear& easy to understand. As long as you do the work in her class you'll get an A!! Tests are mainly multiple choice, and she is also very fun. I would definatly take her again.

5.0
1.0
SPC1600
Jun 22, 2004

If you do as you are told, then you will pass the class. This teacher is very helpful, and if you don't understand anything. She is very aproachable. Pay attention in class she gives hints to what is going to be on the test. It BeWo's you not to study.

5.0
2.0
SPC1600
Jun 22, 2004

greatest teacher ever, highly reccommend for speech, especially if you don't like talking in front of others.

5.0
2.0
SPC1600
Jul 27, 2004

Very nice teacher. Gives alot of information to you. Wants to be very helpful to her students. Very easy to get an A if you do all of the work. Tests are ok. Recommend taking her.

5.0
1.0
SPC1600
Jul 29, 2004

I HAD A BLAST IN HER CLASS! SHE PLAYS FUN GAMES AND MAKES YOU LAUGH. SHE TEACHES VERY WELL AND IS VERY FAIR. I WOULD TAKE HER AGAIN IF POSSIBLE. AWSOME CHOICE FOR A TEACHER.

5.0
2.0
SPEECH
Aug 3, 2004

Professor Dickinson was one of the best instructors at SCC. Her teaching has clarity and the speech topics entertaining. Do your work and you get the A!

5.0
2.0
SPC1600
Sep 1, 2004

Ms. Dickinson is the best. She helps you learn to truly apply yourself. She's interesting and keeps you entertained, and she shows you how learning can be fun. She's very encouraging with speeches and I would recommend her for EVERYONE!!!

5.0
2.0
SPEECH
Nov 8, 2004

She is an awesome teacher, I can honestly say that I enjoyed her class. I would recommend her for just about anybody!

5.0
1.0
SPEECH
Nov 14, 2004

Shes a very happy person, so its good to have a teacher that enjoys the subject. Shes good for intro to speech, and is very supportive of everyone. I highly recommend her.

5.0
2.0
INTROTOORALC
Nov 15, 2004

Great teacher, tests are ok, gives lots of extra credit, and it's a real fun class

5.0
1.0
SPC1600
Nov 24, 2004

If you are not excited to take a speech class, this is the teacher to have. Helpful with everything and enthusiastic, she keeps the class interesting. You can tell she loves to teach the class! I recomend taking her class!

5.0
2.0
SPEECH
Dec 6, 2004

very good teacher she makes it interesting and amusing, I've never laughed before at a teachers jokes.

2.0
3.0
SPEECH
Dec 7, 2004

she stinks. she doesnt clarify things for you and she treats you like your in kindergarden.

5.0
1.0
INTROTOSPEECH
Dec 8, 2004

She is awesome! she gives you so much confidence. I highly recommend her!! Test are easy but if you just kind of skim your notes you will do even better!

5.0
2.0
SPEECH
Dec 14, 2004

very cool teacher. also very funny. easy to get along with. she gives you help when u need it.

5.0
2.0
SPC1600
Dec 14, 2004

Very cool, very funny. Teaches real well, without getting you bored.

5.0
1.0
SPC1600
Dec 16, 2004

Awesome teacher! She makes class really fun

5.0
1.0
SPC1600
Dec 23, 2004

She is an awesome teacher. She makes her class fun and easy. I recommend taking her for speech any day.

2.0
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SPEACH
Jan 5, 2005

She made a mistake w/ my grade half way through the class and kept on saying she would fix it and never did,she's alright but she can be a b**** if she doesnt mess up you should get an A(and she's not hot ;))

5.0
1.0
SPEECH
Apr 4, 2005

Greatest teacher EVER! Make sure to take good notes, and if you do bad on one assignment you have plenty of chances to make up for it; this class is actually FUN, I'd take her again if I could.

5.0
1.0
SPC1600
Apr 5, 2005

AWESOME TEACHER!

5.0
3.0
SPC1500
Apr 25, 2005

good teacher, veyr helful, very clear with everything, this class its fun and you will like it. i will take her again if i can.

5.0
2.0
SPC1600
Apr 26, 2005

She's a great teacher, don't pre-judge her cause she isn't what she may appear to be. Tells jokes here and there and makes the class more enjoyable.

5.0
1.0
SPC1600
May 1, 2005

This was my easiest class yet. For a speech teacher she is funny. While speaking she makes jokes which are usually funny. Overall a great teacher.

5.0
2.0
SPEECH
May 6, 2005

She is sooo nice! She helps you through the class. She is aware of how nerve racking it is to have to go up there and speak. Make sure you speak on the day you are given, and study for all the quizes and tests. She gives you a study guide. Really enthusiastic during her lectures, made it intersting

5.0
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SPC1600
May 10, 2005

She was a very nice and funny teacher.I personally hate speaking in front of people, but she made the topics easy to speak about and made the environment comfortable for everyone. I would recommend her to all!

5.0
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SPC1600
Jun 18, 2005

This is by far the most work that I've EVER had to do for a gen-ed class. Teacher does grade real easy and her tests are't too bad. Plenty of busy work.... so get ready to bust your tail

5.0
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INTOSPEECH
Jun 21, 2005

good teacher, tries to make class interesting, tests are easy, easy "A"

5.0
1.0
SPEECH
Aug 2, 2005

Very good teacher, She is the best teacher so far, even though like my 3rd : ) SHe makes the class fun and she always gets my attention. EASY class, speak on your day, study a minimium and you will pass easy.

5.0
1.0
COMMUNICATION
Aug 10, 2005

take this teacher she is soooo cool!! very easy to understand!!! very hot hot

5.0
2.0
SPC
Sep 1, 2005

Very cool teacher!! She is always upbeat and makes class interesting.

5.0
1.0
COMM
Sep 16, 2005

IMPOSSIBLE to fail this class if you go and do your few speeches.

5.0
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SPEECH
Sep 16, 2005

Don't let her appearence fool you, she is full of energy and keeps speech VERY interesting. I still hate public speaking, but I know what I have to do in case I end up doing some sort of speech whether it is for a company or for students at a highschool assembly. She is very helpful with the exams, and the Jeopardy style reviews REALLY target what you need to study for the tests. Highly recommended

5.0
2.0
SPC1600
Dec 12, 2005

one of the best teachers in my life, she is extremely helpfull and clear about everything,and omg she is so damn sexy...I took her in the summer, i wish it could've been a longer experience.

5.0
5.0
SPC1600
Jan 17, 2006

Mrs Dickinson is a very wonderful person, she is so funny and very helpful but there is a catch she is so hard when it comes to homework you really need to study to get a good grade.

3.0
3.0
SPEECH
Mar 1, 2006

She is nice but sometimes she has the worst rules EVER!!! Dont forget to hand our outline to turnitin.com... Its a test grade and it killed me.. I ended up getting a B instead of an A.. which SUCKED... Although i had already given her my outline and there was obvously not plagerism. At times she is funny and at times she just AINT!!

5.0
3.0
SPC1600
Mar 23, 2006

Very helpful teacher. Funny and down to earth.

5.0
2.0
SPC1600
Jul 17, 2006

Omg, I hate speaking in front of a crowd, but this professor created an atmosphere that almost made me WANT to make my speeches!! She's very funny and helpful. Just make sure you turn in your work on time. One of my favorites so far!

5.0
2.0
OVE0101
Nov 29, 2006

She is the greatest teacher ever. Very happy and helpful! I feel like I am going to pee myself from laughing so hard almost every day! ha. DEFINITELY TAKE HER CLASS!

2.0
3.0
SPC1600
Dec 6, 2006

not too nice about being absent...doesnt accept any late work at allll!!!! a lot of busy work..feels like a high school class

5.0
4.0
SPCH1600
Dec 7, 2006

Great Teacher! She's real picky about being here, and on time, and turning stuff in, but if you do all that you should be fine. FUNNY! Really makes giving speeches fun and the stuff works.

5.0
2.0
SPCSECT
Dec 7, 2006

nice; sometimes funny, sometimes not! overall good and puts you at ease for speeches. not a tough critique. tests kinda suck, you really have to study for them.

5.0
2.0
SPC1600
Jan 8, 2007

OH god what can I say about Prof. Dickinson shes the best man.... you'll love her,,, she tends to make lots of funny jokes to keep the class exciting.... umm Just do good on her SPEECHES my advice is that.... and worry less about the EXAMS and the Jeopardy AND the Test cause in her class the Speeches are worth more then that test. GOOD LUCK :)

4.0
2.0
SPC1600
Mar 31, 2007

She's a cool teacher, she funnny and makes the class easy for everyone. I've said soooo many cursing words in her class without knowing she was her and shes very chilled. Im personally not a fan of speech, but she makes it easy for everyone!!! I recommend her, that class is REQUIRED anyway... :)

1.0
5.0
SPC1600
Apr 4, 2007

She is the hardest teacher to please. She says to pick your own persuasive speech topics, and yet when you do, she says that it's not good enough. She never uses the book, it was a waste of my money. The tests are hard, she doesn't go over anything in class. If you're ten minutes late to class you're marked as absent. Horrible teacher.

5.0
3.0
SPC1600
Apr 6, 2007

Tough but fair. Doesn't take BS and expects you to do your work and turn it in on time. Lectures are funny and you learn. Speeches are OK, tests can be hard but she reviews. Show up, turn in stuff and you should be fine.

4.0
1.0
SPC1600
May 2, 2007

Mrs. Dickinson's class is really easy if you attend class every day. Attendance is Mandatory; she isnt lenient either! If you r willing to be on time, take good notes, and follow exact guidlines for the speeches you will do fine. All quizes are based on Vocab only, and she gives you an exact format to follow for the speech. I got an A.

5.0
3.0
SPC1600
May 17, 2007

SHE WAS AWESOME! :)

5.0
3.0
SPC1600
Jun 8, 2007

She is great.

5.0
2.0
SPC1600
Jun 23, 2007

Ms.****inson is a great teacher. She makes you feel comfortable, so ur not nervous during presentations. Very helpful and explains the material so it's easy to understand. Study notes and textbook and you'll do great on tests. Highly recommended for SPC1600! Thanks for everything Ms.****inson!:)

4.0
3.0
SPC1600
Sep 27, 2007

My name is Joel and I had her for speech class almost 4 years ago and she was the best. I am sure she's still kicking it over there at SCC. I highly recommend Ms. ****inson.

5.0
2.0
SPC1600
Nov 28, 2007

Ms. ****inson is a wonderful teacher! She's nice, funny, and helpful. Make sure when you do your outline, you follow the example outline exactly! It isn't necessary to go to class everyday because she takes attendance randomly. You better be there on Speech day though! Overall, great teacher and I would highly recommend!

5.0
2.0
AAA1600
Dec 11, 2007

This class was sooo easy! I never even read the material and I still managed to pass all of her tests with at least a B. She is very clear on what she wants from you so just listen and take good notes and you will do fine. Oh and give her the chilli pepper cuz shes SMOKINNN! OWWWW!

5.0
3.0
SPC1600
Apr 30, 2008

She is a great teacher and interacts with the students. She makes funny but sometimes corny jokes. The class isn't that hard so long as you do the work(especially the outline and speeches)... the Chapter quizes usually come before the lecture os study some before the next class. She comes highly reccomended by others.

5.0
2.0
SPC1600
May 1, 2008

She is one of the best teachers I've ever had. I hate(d) public speaking before taking her class. While its not my favorite thing to do now, I do know I have the tools to get through. She's very clear about what she expects. She makes the class very interesting and is funny. I would take her for all my classes if it was possible!

5.0
1.0
SPC1600
Jul 20, 2008

Everyone HAS to take Speech, and i promise you that if you take Professor ****inson you will have the best possible teacher for what she is teaching. She makes the nerve racking experience of public speaking fun and little less painful. I believe if your going to take speech TAKE HER!!! FUNNIEST WOMAN EVER!

5.0
3.0
ENC2201
Sep 30, 2008

She has a good sense of humor and a great interest in her subject. She's not hard to get along with and she is very reasonable in her expectations. Overall, a good teacher.

5.0
2.0
INTROSPC
Dec 8, 2008

Ms. ****inson is a great teacher she makes you okay when you are presenting. Her test do need to be studied for but she class is overall pretty easy. She very funny and smart, i recommend her to anyone who feels nervous about speech class.

4.0
2.0
SPC1600
Dec 13, 2008

FUUUUUUUNNNNY AS HACK. SHE CRITICS VERY LINEANTLY MEANS ULL DO WELL IN UR SPEECHES. U HAVE TO STUDY ABIT FOR HER EXAMS THEY ARENT BAD THOUGH IF U STUDY.FUNIEST TEACHER IVE HAD SO FAR.

5.0
1.0
IDH2106
Apr 6, 2009

She is an AMAZING teacher! I loved her. She is extremely funny and helpful. You can go to her with anything. And the class is not hard. Take her for every class you can!

5.0
1.0
SPC1100
Apr 23, 2009

Great teacher! Made speech interesting and fun. Highly recommended.

5.0
4.0
SPC1608
Nov 11, 2009

She is very energetic and keeps the class fun, def a good class/teacher

4.0
3.0
SPC1608
Nov 16, 2009

She's really sweet and loves her subject. She makes every class interesting and makes speech giving easy. I've been in tons of speech classes, so I didn't need help really, but I've seen a lot of kids improve.

5.0
2.0
SPC1608
Nov 29, 2009

she gives lots of examples and is a very nice lady i dont like talking in front of people but i didnt find the class to be that hard

5.0
3.0
SPC1608
Dec 18, 2009

she is extremely funny and makes the class fun . she also helps you build your confidence with the speeches . DEF recommending her .!

5.0
1.0
SPC1608
May 4, 2010

This class was awesome I never liked pubic speaking but now im at least ok with it. This is a good starter class because in college you have to speak alot. As long as you do the assignment you'll get a good grade no one in my class failed.

3.0
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SPC1608
Dec 1, 2010

I took speech online. HATE public speaking so having to videotape ur speeches with only 7 people watching is nice.Finding out require. for assignments is hard bc the info is in all diff sections of the Sakai page. She needs to have all info in one place. Her quizzes and tests are hard-open book. Some of the questions in quiz are not even in book

5.0
2.0
SPC1608
Dec 14, 2010

I hate speaking infront of a big class so I took this class online. It is a easy class aslong as you do all your assignment. She is fair on grading just don't slack off and take advantage of her. She is a great teacher. Would highly recommend her for online or in the classroom.

2.0
4.0
SPC1608
May 2, 2011

Instructor was difficult to work with, WILL NOT work with students. Has online quizzes/tests(some info not found in book or online). Difficult to find instructions for assignments. I recieved a B cause I got a "0" on 1 assignment cause it was not submitted in proper format even though I DID THE ASSIGNMENT! Grading is very strict! DO NOT RECOMMEND!!

1.0
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SPC1608
May 2, 2011

Was a "competitive debater" on a team in prior years. Coached debate teams. YOU WILL NOT WIN with her. Very difficult and assigns ridiculous amounts of work for a speech class. Please select another professor for your own sake if you want a good grade!

5.0
1.0
SPC1608
May 11, 2011

I honestly feel that Laura Dickinson truly earned her title as professor of the year. Flexible, humorous, and just interesting in general. She took a subject that is terrifying for a lot of people and made it a lot of fun. And I took the class as mainly online. Awesome professor. Make sure you do work on time and in the way she asks.

2.0
3.0
SPC1608
Jul 27, 2011

We wasted so much time watching irrelevant YouTube clips and listening to her ridiculous analogies that we wasted the entire semester and were forced to rush through the class which just put more stress on all of us. She didn't help us with our public speaking abilities...just our ability to tolerate a poor professor. Do not take this class!

5.0
2.0
SPC1608
Jul 28, 2011

Took her during the summer and already had a lot of public speaking experience but really enjoyed the class. At times, class was boring but her lectures made the 3 hours a little more interesting. I would diffidently recommend her!

5.0
3.0
SPCSPC
Aug 18, 2011

She is a good teacher. Tough but fair and sets up the class where if you mess up on a test or speech you don't fail the class. Funny. Make sure you keep up with the assignments. She doesn't take any late work, which sucks.

4.0
4.0
SPC1608
Aug 21, 2011

Good teacher. But you must do the work, if you don't, you will fail. She does a lot of work, but it's good because it gives you a better chance of getting a high grade.

4.0
4.0
SPC1608
Nov 16, 2011

She is an amazing teacher, and I would recommend her in a heartbeat! Not only is she intelligent, but she is witty and hilarious all in one. Her lesson plan is crucial, do the work and you will get a good grade.

5.0
4.0
SPC1608
Nov 16, 2011

Her tactics are meant for good, and trust me if you appreciate them at the time, you will absolutely used them in the future. If you had anything negative to say about her, it?s clear that you were immature and not ready for a college course.

2.0
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SPC1608
Nov 18, 2011

I truly enjoyed preparing my speeches and the teacher was good at not letting anyone get bored with her powerpoint presentations...Unfortunately she did not encourage class participation. It's all about her up there impressing students. Also the information delivery to prepare for exams and quizzes was very poor.

1.0
4.0
SPC1608
Nov 18, 2011

POOR COMMUNICATION - POWERPOINT SLIDES ON SAKAI ARE NOT HELPFUL IN PREPARING YOU FOR TESTS.

5.0
1.0
ECO2117
Dec 7, 2011

Professor Dickinson is very sweet, loves her students, and her subject. Don't listen to the bad comments. She will go out of her way to help you and your grade. She has a great sense of humor. I called her a big meanie in my speech and she laughed at it. She is very passionate and loves having fun in class. Dickinson = Quality, fun, and coolness!

5.0
1.0
ECO2117
Dec 7, 2011

Professor Dickinson is very sweet, loves her students, and her subject. Don't listen to the bad comments. She will go out of her way to help you and your grade. She has a great sense of humor. I called her a big meanie in my speech and she laughed at it. She is very passionate and loves having fun in class. Dickinson = Quality, fun, and coolness!

5.0
3.0
SPC1608
Jun 26, 2012

Enjoyed the online course but some of the tests were tricky and the wording of the questions wasn't clear. There is a chance to make up these points through the speeches. Be sure to follow her outline format and you gain easy points.

5.0
3.0
SPC1608
Jul 9, 2012

The professor knows her stuff very well and is very good at what she does. She has a sense of humor & is sarcastic which some take the wrong way. she is very helpful and very clear of what and how she wants things done.The class is super easy

5.0
4.0
SPC1608
Jul 24, 2012

She values students who make an effort. If you're trying, she'll work with you. I took a hybrid class that met only for speeches and would highly recommend it. Make sure to read the book and view her notes and powerpoints. They are ALL on her tests.

4.0
3.0
SPC1608
Jul 28, 2012

sHE IS A WONDERFUL TEACHER.

5.0
2.0
SPC2127
Nov 28, 2012

LOVE HER CLASS, thought I'd hate this class, but shes funny and her content is easy to understand!

5.0
2.0
SPC1608
Apr 3, 2013

Dickinson is an excellent teacher who gives you the tools to succeed and truly is there to help you.

5.0
2.0
SPC1608830
Apr 10, 2013

Awesome teacher, and you can tell she loves what she does!

5.0
2.0
SPEECH
Apr 22, 2013

She is a really fun teacher who really cares about each and every student she has in her class. If you just talk to her about problems you may be having she will always try to help you.

4.0
2.0
SPC1608
Apr 24, 2013

There's a little bit more homework and quizzes than I would like for a speech class but overall just do the work and you'll pass.

5.0
3.0
SPC1608
Grade: Not_Sure_Yet
Oct 24, 2013

Ms. Dickinson is very nice and helpful. I had the class online and went to class 4 times for the speeches. As long as you do your work you should pass. 4 speeches, 4 outlines, 7 quizzes, 2 assignments, and an exam.

5.0
5.0
SPC1608
Dec 5, 2013

Prepare to wear out your eyes reading the textbook if you want an A. This class isn't ridiculously hard, in the grand scheme of things, but it's much harder than a speech class should be. The instructor is good, but the class is demanding. Quizzes on each chapter, 4 major tests, several speeches, attendance grade.

5.0
3.0
SPC1608
Dec 18, 2013

Prof. Dickinson was extremely helpful, the course itself is what you make of it: it's not easy, but it can be a great enjoyment if you don't procrastinate on your speech preparation, course work, quizzes, studying for tests, etc. As long as you stay on top of your assignments, then you're good to go. I earned a C+ b/c I failed to follow my advice.

5.0
1.0
SPC1608
Grade: A
Jun 20, 2014

Took this as a hybrid class, 4 or meetings in the semester. YOU HAVE TO GO TO CLASS! Tests and quizzes online mostly from the book. A very informative class and Prof Dickinson was a great teacher. Helpful, caring, and a real confidence builder. She was not afraid to give honest feedback which is very beneficial if you really want to get better

4.0
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SPC
Grade: B+
Aug 10, 2014

This class is great. She makes you want to be in class. very interesting discussions and keeps your attention.

5.0
1.0
SPC1680
Dec 5, 2014

great professor! easy class and easy on grading. if you get nervous speaking in front of large crowds, take this class.

5.0
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SPC1608
Grade: B+
Dec 11, 2014

She is a great teacher she really takes the pressure off. She gives great feed back and she is hilarious.

5.0
3.0
SPC1608
Apr 1, 2015

She is ready to answer questions Really funny Must be in class.

4.0
3.0
SPC1608
Grade: A+
Apr 7, 2015

A really good professor. I really like her class and she is hilarious! TAKE HER CLASS.

4.0
3.0
SPC1608
Apr 7, 2015

she is a really good professor. I really like her class and she is hilarious! TAKE HER CLASS.

5.0
2.0
2151
Apr 13, 2015

Really good professor and has a good since of humor. I took her online and campus class because I was kinda nervous about speech 4 speeches at the campus and the rest of the work online and shes a fair grader.

5.0
1.0
SPC1608
Grade: A
Apr 29, 2015

BY FAR ONE OF THE BEST PROFESSORS EVER! She is always willing to help and her lectures are HILARIOUS! Took her class at 8am and had no problems, i enjoyed her class! DEFF would recommend. she made speaking in front of the class EASY!

4.0
4.0
SPC1608
May 24, 2015

The professor clearly outlines throughout the semester what is expected of the students. There is no question about when assignments are due and if you ask for help, it will be provided. Discussions are engaging and fun. I would definitely take a course provided by her again.

5.0
3.0
SPEECH1100
Grade: B+
Jul 21, 2015

Hands down one of my favorite professors. She give plenty of opportunity for points like just showing up too class she will take her time just so you can understand the assignment take her if given the chance!!!!!

5.0
4.0
SPC1608
Aug 12, 2015

She teaches in an informative yet comical way!

5.0
1.0
SPC1608
Grade: A+
Nov 7, 2015

Easy A if you do what you need to do. Jokes around a lot gives many ideas and also a tips for almost every speech needed to do. She cares about grammar and all that only in her outlines, no where else. Must come to class to understand what you need to do. Answers emails quickly and gives great explanations on almost anything.

5.0
2.0
SPC1608
Grade: B+
Dec 12, 2015

She's the absolute best! I was surely not excited about having to take speech but she made it fun! She is hilarious, and easy to relate too. I would definitely take her again.

5.0
1.0
SPC1608
Grade: A
Dec 14, 2015

Just do what is required. She cares for everyone's success in class. Just do what's required and all extra credit assignments. Do all assignments, quizzes and exams. Read your text book. Take notes and pay close attention in class.

2.0
1.0
SPC1608
Grade: A
Feb 2, 2016

Honestly, She is of high school teacher quality. Terrible at instilling material and accepting others opinions. seems like the person that always got her way through life and that definitely transfers to her teaching style in that she doesn't allow for individuality of others perspectives. Isn't good with helping the struggling pupil.

5.0
2.0
SPC1608
Grade: A+
Apr 25, 2016

Absolutely loved her. Very informational, I genuinely learned from her class. I feel as if everybody dreads speech, but I thoroughly enjoyed her class. Very funny, analytical, and cool. Would take any of her classes again.

5.0
1.0
SPC1608
Grade: A
Apr 27, 2016

Great personality! would take again

4.0
3.0
SPC1100
Grade: A
May 4, 2016

Nice lady. 3 speeches, 3 outlines, online tests and quizes. You dont need to book if you're good at googling. You can only miss one class. Not a very tough grader.

5.0
1.0
SPC1608
Grade: B+
May 9, 2016

Best professor! She is so nice and hilarious. This class is an easy A. Try to show up to her classes as often as possible because you get graded on attendance which helps out in the end. Very understanding professor and gives great lectures.

5.0
3.0
SPC1608
Jun 16, 2016
Would take again

I would like to thank Professor D*ckinson for creating a great environment for students to learn the art of speech!

5.0
3.0
SPC1608
Jun 27, 2016
Would take again

Hybrid over the summer. She's a cool funny teacher. The class isn't hard at all unless you make it hard. She offer helps and is there if you have any questions. She responds back to emails in a timely manner. I highly recommend her she's good. Don't buy the book it changed.

4.0
4.0
SPC1608
Grade: A
Aug 5, 2016
Would take again

Took over the summer. 3 outlines, 4 speeches (Impromptu, Informative, Special Occasion and Persuasion) Persuasion was the hardest out of all of them. If you want an A you definitely have to work for it, tons of quizzes but not too hard, 2 exams, 1 final (took me 2 hours) Sometimes takes a little while to put grades in but overall great professor.

3.0
2.0
SPC1608
Grade: B+
Aug 7, 2016
Would take again

She was a very sweet, funny and kind lady. There was one take home assignment that I completed wrong and she wouldn't let me fix it so I got a 0 which I thought was a little unfair because she was a little unclear on the instruction. However, she was very kind and respectful in person, and made speech class a little less nerve wracking.

5.0
2.0
SPC1608
Grade: A
Dec 8, 2016
Would take again

Professor D made you feel very relaxed, everyone is just as nervous as you are in speech. She is very clear on what she wants from you and there are multiple ways to get extra credit.

Gives good feedback
Clear grading criteria
Hilarious
3.0
3.0
SPC1608
Grade: A+
Dec 21, 2016
Wouldn't take again

You'll do fine with out the book, I just prefer it. EASY A! Do the work and you'll be fine. Plus side, she gives lots of extra credit. DO NOT MISS A CLASS, automatic 200% grade deduction. Down side: She is a nice person, however she teaches her class like a high school class, therefor treats her students like children. FYI NOT FLEXIBLE grading...

Tough Grader
Skip class? You won't pass.
Clear grading criteria
5.0
3.0
SPC1608
Grade: A
Dec 29, 2016
Would take again

Excellent professor, she is very clear in her expectations and very thorough in her instructions. The syllabus is very well defined and if you follow it you should have no issues in her class.

Clear grading criteria
Hilarious
EXTRA CREDIT
2.0
3.0
SPC1600
Grade: A+
Jan 18, 2017
Wouldn't take again

She is a very sweet person but can be a difficult teacher if you do not follow the syllabus to a T! Her class, her rules and they are strict. Don't need a book but it is helpful. She will help you with whatever you need as long as its durring her office hours. Do not miss a class.

Participation matters
Skip class? You won't pass.
LECTURE HEAVY
4.0
3.0
SPC1100
Grade: A+
Mar 23, 2017
Would take again

I enjoyed this course and Prof. - Prof. is understanding and you will learn a lot. I recommend taking notes on the lectures given- they will help on your quizzes and exams!! also willing to work with students and answer questions.

Gives good feedback
Participation matters
Clear grading criteria
4.0
3.0
SPC1608
Grade: B
May 2, 2017
Would take again

This professor is one of the funniest professors I've had at Seminole State. I really enjoyed her class. Keep in mind do not miss online quizzes they will effect your grade and be prepared to speak in front of the class at least five times. Definitely recommend.

Inspirational
Hilarious
EXTRA CREDIT
5.0
2.0
SPC1608
Grade: A
Aug 25, 2017
Would take again

Super funny which makes everyone more relaxed since people are on edge being in this class. Took hybrid 6 week class over summer since I dropped last time I took with different teacher. Online stuff is easy and there were only 4 classes/4 speeches. Follow the outline and you're good. I hardly practiced for my speeches and got an A. Notecards allowe

Hilarious
Caring
5.0
4.0
SPC1608
Grade: B+
Nov 17, 2017
Would take again

She has good personality and also a great teacher. Shes strict on deadlines and quiz if you miss it thats it. Extra credit you have to earn it.

Tough Grader
Gives good feedback
Participation matters
4.0
3.0
SPC1608
Grade: A
Jan 2, 2018
Wouldn't take again

I did not feel she was very good at feedback. The grading was a bit strict and so was attendance. She gives you until 7:45am on Sunday (Not the whole day to complete online assignments) I did pass the class but I don't think I would like to take her class again. She did offer extra credit .

Tough Grader
Skip class? You won't pass.
5.0
3.0
SPC1608
Grade: B+
Jan 8, 2018
Would take again

I took her for speech class my first semester as a freshmen and she was really awesome and understand towards everyone. I totally recommend to take her.

Hilarious
Clear grading criteria
Caring
5.0
2.0
SPC1608
Grade: A
May 4, 2018
Would take again

She is a really amazing professor. She truly has a passion for what she does and it reflects in how she teaches the class and interacts with the students. Yes, she is a fun professor to have, but she does teach really well. The speeches are not that difficult if you just follow the rubric you and practice you'll be fine. I would highly recommend!

ACCESSIBLE OUTSIDE CLASS
Amazing lectures
EXTRA CREDIT
5.0
3.0
SPC1608
Grade: A-
May 7, 2018
Would take again

EXTRA CREDIT YASS! Laura is passionate about speech, & you will never fall asleep! I took her hybrid class, where you do 1 quiz per week, meet up once a month for speech, and final exam is online (most q are true/false). She is a tough speech grader so you must to work for an A, but you are guaranteed to pass even if you did not get the textbook.

Skip class? You won't pass.
Caring
EXTRA CREDIT
5.0
2.0
SPC1060
Grade: A-
Jun 8, 2018
Would take again

pretty good teacher. Easy A

Tough Grader
ACCESSIBLE OUTSIDE CLASS
LECTURE HEAVY
4.0
2.0
SPC1608
Grade: A
Jun 25, 2018
Would take again

Professors Laura Is very honest and very frankly she will tell you what she wants and she knows her stuff. Very exciting professor and fun. She can help you during her office hours just talked to her and she is glad to help you.

Gives good feedback
Participation matters
EXTRA CREDIT
5.0
1.0
SPC1608
Grade: A+
Jul 27, 2018
Would take again

GIVE HER THE CHILLI. I avoided this class for two semesters and decided to take it during the summer semester. It was an easy class and a good environment. I love her. Taker her !!!!

Gives good feedback
ACCESSIBLE OUTSIDE CLASS
Amazing lectures
5.0
1.0
SPC1680
Grade: A
Apr 1, 2019
Would take again

She is amazing!!! Love going to her class because she is so honest, helpful, and it's a guarentee laugh. Shes will go above and beyond to help, but shes not going to track you down for you, you must ask for it. Shes one of my favorite professors that I've ever had. TAKE HER!!!!

Accessible outside class
Hilarious
Amazing lectures
4.0
3.0
SPC1608
Grade: A
Apr 26, 2019
Would take again

AMAZING AMAZING AMAZING! Although she's a tough grader on attendance her class is one of the easiest, your whole class feels the same as you for speech day so don't stress it. All HW/tests/quizzes online easy to pass. Textbook somewhat helpful, try to buy off another student. All slides are on canvas, very understanding & accessible out of class

Gives good feedback
Participation matters
Lecture heavy
5.0
2.0
SPC1608
Grade: B+
Apr 29, 2019
Would take again

Amazing teacher! Took this class hybrid, show up for the speech days and put effort. I dreaded taking speech because I have serious issues with public speaking but as long as you put in the effort YOU WILL PASS! She graded on the material in my speech and I got good grades! Offers a lot of extra credit!

Gives good feedback
Participation matters
EXTRA CREDIT
5.0
3.0
SPC1608
Grade: A
May 6, 2020
Would take again

Honestly the best teacher ever. Jokes are a little cringe but shes so nice. There is ton of extra credit and shes not a tough grader if youre making an effort. She gives great feedback and tries so hard to help. DONT miss a quiz tho. Theyre online and easy but if you miss one youll never recover.

Gives good feedback
Hilarious
Lecture heavy
5.0
2.0
SPC1608
Grade: A+
May 21, 2020
Would take again

This Professor is one of the best. She's hilarious and explains material very simplistically. She helps out with students and gives very good feedback. I definitely recommend her.

Skip class? You won't pass.
Clear grading criteria
Amazing lectures
5.0
3.0
SPC1608
Grade: A+
May 25, 2020
Would take again

I don't know how to describe her in a few words, but her lectures and classroom vibes are through the room. She makes them fun and entertaining. But outside of the classroom, the work she gives is kinda heavy. The speeches are sometimes graded moderately hard, but if you make it interesting and put the effort. I don't see how you won't pass.

Respected
Hilarious
Amazing lectures
4.0
3.0
SPC1608
Grade: A+
Jun 15, 2020
Would take again

Good professor, knows what she is talking about and you can tell she really cares about students. Only negative I would say that she is very outspoken about her politically left ideals. To each their own, but in an intro to speech class its not necessary to talk about politics. If you're POV differs at all, keep it to yourself and out of speeches.

Gives good feedback
Participation matters
Skip class? You won't pass.
4.0
2.0
SPC1608
Grade: A
Jun 30, 2020
Would take again

I had this professor for her online Speech Communications course. She was great. She was quick to answer and was always helpful. She can be slow to grade at times, but she tells you exactly what she wants. She's very strict on late work, too.

Gives good feedback
Clear grading criteria
EXTRA CREDIT
5.0
2.0
SPC1608
Grade: A+
Nov 11, 2020
Would take again

As a first time College Student, I couldn't have asked for a better class experience than she provided. She is hilarious during lectures, while highlighting crucial information to pass quizzes and exams. She cares deeply for her students and provides tons of extra-credit opportunities. I would 100% take SPC1608 again, it was that enjoyable.

Participation matters
Caring
EXTRA CREDIT
3.0
4.0
SPC1608
May 15, 2021
Would take again

I took this course online. She was not a consistent grader one assignment I would get an A the next a C. She takes a long time to grade the assignments. During her lectures, she talks a lot about politics. The test are pretty lengthy. She is not a boring professor. If you work hard you can probably get an A in this class.

Test heavy
Hilarious
Tough grader
5.0
1.0
SPC1100
Grade: A
Jun 29, 2021
Would take again

Make sure you prepare for quiz's for extra credit. Speech class was less scary because of her. We were all terrified of talking in front of the class. Lots of extra credit opportunities. Prepare for the first fortune cookie speech! Its actually graded... I would take again!

Gives good feedback
Caring
EXTRA CREDIT
5.0
4.0
SPC1608
Grade: A
Aug 12, 2021
Would take again

She is an awesome professor, she gives great feedback on your speeches. She may take some time to grade them. Her powerpoints are helpful. Dont turn work in late and she hands out a lot of extra credit!

Gives good feedback
Clear grading criteria
EXTRA CREDIT
5.0
2.0
SPC1608
Grade: D
Aug 24, 2021
Would take again

I honestly didn't even earn the D I got in this class, but Prof has a very big heart. We had a lot of awesome talks after class, and I wish I had done a better job to show I cared. All you have to do for this one is the basic assignments, like 4 speeches.

Gives good feedback
Participation matters
Caring
5.0
3.0
SPC1680
Grade: A+
Dec 14, 2021
Would take again

She is an amazing teacher! She helps students in any way that she can. She also understands that students get nervous before speeches and reassures student that they'll do great! If you message her a question(s) through canvas she responds almost immediately. Rubrics for assignments are clear. As long as you turn in assignments on time, you're good

Gives good feedback
Accessible outside class
Clear grading criteria
5.0
3.0
INTROTOORALC
Grade: A+
Apr 14, 2022
Would take again

The best

Participation matters
Amazing lectures
Caring
4.0
2.0
SPC1608
Grade: A
Jul 5, 2022
Would take again

Initially, I thought this was going to be a difficult class and the teacher would grade strictly but she turned out to be very understanding and helpful! The only thing I dreaded was having 5 people as your audience but other than that she was a pretty good teacher.

Clear grading criteria
Gives good feedback
Caring
5.0
2.0
SPC1100
Grade: A+
Aug 22, 2022

Takes a while to grade. She is an extremely kind grader. You are bound to make an A if you follow her rubrics. Quizzes and tests are open note. Go to the zoom room and you will get extra credit for being there. She makes speech not so intimidating. B session was heavy, but it was nice to end quickly bc speech is stressful. B session is manageable.

EXTRA CREDIT
Clear grading criteria
Online Savvy
5.0
2.0
IDH2106
Grade: A+
Apr 27, 2023
Would take again

Took Prof Dickinson for an honors course not listed One of the 3 professors from that class. Still keep in contact with even though im at UCF now. Fantastic teacher with lots of knowledge and wisdom. Very caring and will help you succeed if you ask. Tough teacher but the kind of tough that helps you mold your study skills and be better off bc of it

Respected
3.0
1.0
SPC1608
Grade: A-
Dec 5, 2023
Would take again

It's a very easy class if you know how to speak for about 5 minutes on a topic. Humor is very odd to me.

Clear grading criteria
5.0
2.0
SPC1608
Grade: Not sure yet
Feb 2, 2024
Would take again

She had to go on medical leave early on this semester so I'm leaving my mark to say she was wonderful. Thank you Professor Dickinson.

Amazing lectures
Inspirational
Respected
5.0
2.0
SPC1608
Grade: B-
Feb 28, 2024
Would take again

Prof Dickinson is genuinely passionate about the subject she teaches, and you can tell she's very experienced. She was out of class for a bit for medical reasons but never took that out on us by rushing our work or giving us more work to do. She was not a harsh grader at all and provided wonderful feedback on assignments.

Amazing lectures
Inspirational
Hilarious
3.0
4.0
SPC1608
Grade: Not sure yet
Apr 3, 2024

Follows the syllabus exactly, so you know what to expect out of the class by day 1. The textbook we were required to use for the class cost me $60 and didn't do much for me besides pass the class. To be completely fair however, Prof. Dickinson is forgiving and kind, and will sometimes provide extra credit and deadline extension opportunities.

Tough grader
Get ready to read
Clear grading criteria
2.0
3.0
SPC1060
Grade: C+
Apr 21, 2024

She is nice and sarcastic professor. She is not forgiving when it comes to due dates unless you are hospitalized or in jail. If you are good with due dates this class should be fine for you. If you have a lot on your plate already don't take this class with this professor, she doesn't care for your personal life.

Participation matters
4.0
2.0
SPC1608
Grade: B
Apr 26, 2024
Would take again

She has an easy class, as long as you do the quizzes and tests you should be fine. The speeches are very easy, she gives a clear guide of what should be in your speech. And she is pretty lenient with attendance and honestly when you mess up she is quick to help. Do your speeches and you should be fine

Clear grading criteria
Gives good feedback
Test heavy
5.0
1.0
SPC1608
Grade: A+
Dec 4, 2024
Would take again

She has been one of the best professors I've had here. She is great at teaching and helping you understand what is being discussed. She makes everyone feel comfortable with each other to give speeches. She splits up the class on speech days which makes it so much better. Offers plenty of extra credit and the grade book has plenty of ‘fluff'.

EXTRA CREDIT
Amazing lectures
Caring
2.0
3.0
SPC1608
Grade: A
Dec 14, 2024

Professor Dickinson is a great person, but not a great teacher. All of her tests are open book which is great until you realize it's because all her lectures are full of tangents and unnecessary anecdotes. Classes would be 30 minutes if she just got to the point and stopped talking needlessly about her past students' love lives.

Get ready to read
EXTRA CREDIT
Caring
5.0
3.0
SPC1608
Grade: A-
Dec 30, 2024
Would take again

Dickinson is an amazing teacher. She tells you how to prepare your speeches and other work. Knows her stuff. Real life example lectures and fun games and activities. She does expect you to be in class, pay attention/participate and doesn't do make up work. She does give extra credit ops. Tough but fair, do the work and you'll pass.

Amazing lectures
Clear grading criteria
Hilarious
4.0
2.0
SPC1608
Grade: B
Jan 12, 2025
Would take again

Prof. Dickinson runs an engaging class. The speeches are straightforward, and she's lenient on attendance. Though the textbook wasn't essential, unstuckstudy was a great study tool. Overall, a manageable course if you stay on top of the work.

5.0
1.0
SPC1608
Grade: A+
Mar 3, 2025
Would take again

I loved this professor. At first she might seem like a lot but that's part of what makes her awesome. When I heard people make fun of her, she would always embrace it. One time someone called her the lesbian theater teacher, and instead of being offended she laughed it off. She makes class very easy to focus on. I wish I could have her again.

EXTRA CREDIT
Inspirational
Hilarious
5.0
3.0
SPC1608H
Grade: A+
Apr 10, 2025
Would take again

Prof. Dickinson is amazing. She might seem intimidating at first, but she's truly there to help you succeed. She knows her stuff and encourages you to grow. If she sees your potential, she may even invite you to join honors conferences—and helps you prepare. Speech can be scary, but she's the right professor to guide you through it.

Amazing lectures
Respected
5.0
2.0
SPC1608
Grade: B+
Apr 25, 2025
Would take again

I just took Professor Dickinson for my spring semester, and I am so glad I did! She is truly amazing at what she does! It's an easy class as long as you're doing the work and giving it your BEST SHOT. She gives plenty of extra credit opportunities; the only way I could see someone failing is if you don't do the work. PARTICIPATION MATTERS!

Participation matters
EXTRA CREDIT
Gives good feedback
5.0
1.0
SPC1608
Grade: B
Aug 6, 2025
Would take again

Amazing professor! Very lenient grader, however, late work is not accepted but there really isn't a lot of work at all. I would say get ahead on the speeches, especially the persuasion speech because the persuasion outline was due 3 weeks before the actual speech was. The class was easy, just be aware she takes a minute to grade. Totally recommend!

Clear grading criteria
Caring
Respected
2.0
3.0
SPC1608
Grade: A
Aug 26, 2025

She is an OK professor not the worst I've had but definitely not the best. I still got an A but points are taken off for the smallest reasons during speech. Overall it's not bad to take as a summer course when you have time to just do those assignments. Quizzes and Exams are pretty easy though.

Participation matters
Clear grading criteria
Accessible outside class
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