4.8
Quality1.7
Difficulty94%
Would Retake105
Reviews94%
Would Retake
105
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What Students Say
“Coms 10 with this professor is not what you'd think”
COMS10 - 5.0 rating“She made class exciting”
COMS10 - 5.0 ratingClass Info
Attendance Mandatory
85%
Textbook Required
68%
Grade Predictor
Your expected effort level
Predicted Grade
A+
Grade Distribution
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Rating Trend
Stable
+0.02 avg changeRatings by Course
74415
5.0
(1)COMM12
5.0
(1)SMALLGROUPCOM
5.0
(4)COMS20
5.0
(14)COMS
5.0
(1)Difficulty by Course
COMM12
3.0
COMM20
3.0
COMM045
3.0
COMM45
2.3
COMMS20
2.3
Reviews (105)
San Jose is stealing this exelent teacher from Cabrillo! I've taken Leslyns classes before and am so bummed that I can't take more. She loves teaching and is really funny. Take her classes if you can.
She like her job. She is nice to all students. She help me alot.
This teacher is excellent. She has a positive attitude, can get a class excited and is not over the top with her assignments.Her grading is also very fair and legitimate,if you can get your work done, you will pass this class and will love it and her.
She was soo nice and soo funny! She always made everything extra clear to the class, and had a great sense of humor in everything that she did.. it was like she was still a little kid!
Ms. McCallum is a very excellent teacher. You will learn a ton of interesting and fun information and she makes the other tenured Comm teacher look like a tired old mule. It's about time SJCC got a cool Comm. teacher like McCallum. Long may she teach great classes!! Run, don't walk to sign up with her!!
Excellent teacher, easy to folllow class outline, clear understandable. She is there to help. take this class if you are apprehensive about Publc Speaking. Do not take Shelton!!!!
THIS TEACHER ROCKS. SHE IS SO OPEN-MINDED AND ALWAYS ABLE TO CAPTURE STUDENTS ATTENTION. SHE IS STRAIGHT FORWARD WITH HER ASSIGNMENTS AND CLEAR WITH DIRECTIONS. SHE IS PATIENTAND HILARIOUS. I WISH I COULD HAVE HER TEACH ALL THE CLASSES I NEED.IF HER CLASS IS FULL JUST SHOW UP..SHE WILL LET YOU IN...(IF SHE LIKES YOU)
she is a great teacher... I loved the class well worth going to summer school she made it fun and u learned something everyday
I took her class in Spring 06. I love her class so much. She's a trully teacher @ SJCC. She is there to help her students. If you've any difficulty about public speaking, she'll guide you step by step to overcome the problem. I learned a lot from her. She makes her students feel proud of themselves in very encouraging ways. Not like other teacher
I took her class during the summer. With a limited amount of time we had, she did her best to help her students. I really enjoyed taking her class. We didn't even need to buy a text book. Very nice lady=)
She is an amazing teachr, I looked forward to comming to class, and reccommend everyone to take her.
Extremely easy and fun teacher. Always telling us how to improve our grade to get an A. I loved her class and I loved her. I would stay after just to talk with her and hear her stories. She is so much fun and I would haved loved to take even more classes with her.
Keeps you interested. Shows good videos. Happy all the time. You'll have so much fun...TAKE HER!!! When doing the assignments, make sure you use the book and vocab clearly and you will get an A.
She is a very nice teacher, not like others. Take her, there is no regret. I had an A in her Oral COmmunication. Only 3 presentations and she is not taking hard on students. There is no barriers.
Was like a First grade class. Only thing bad about class was final was like 95 % of grade and she did not give many A's on final.
One of the betz teachers I have ever had. I learned a lot! Funny, pretty, full of life teacher.
City College is lucky to have this Profesor - she rockz! Games to learn aboutthe world.Nice lady. Not like other teacher.
If you want to get an A in this class then I'll suggest you take her class. She'll teach everything in very fun way. She is the most coolest teacher SJCC ever get. After taking her class, you may want to change your major in Communication!
Learned more in summer school class than I did all spring semester. She is happy and nice and funny. Best teacher ever! Iwish she taught all my classes.
She is a wonderful instructor!
laughing, smiling pretty smart fun teacher with lots of blonde hair goin on
She teaches everything in a fun way! im definitely taking another course with her!
Leslyn is a great teacher and always make the clase fun. Leslyn like to use alot of pyshcology and techniques in her class to get the informations across to her students. In her class, you focus on learning the first and worry about your grade later.
She's a great teacher. She makes the class fun and she's always laughing.
Leslyn is a great teacher, she is very bright and cheerful. She teaches in a way that you want to learn, and you want to go to class. This was the best class yet for me. Homework is easy and assignments are easy.
She is very nice and understanding. Her class is very easy going. However, somtimes I wonder does she take her teaching seriously because the class is so easy going. DONT WASTE MONEY BUYING BOOK. SHE DOES NOT EVEN USE 1 PAGE FROM IT. i LIKE HER but i think she need to be more serious with her teaching because it is not good.
I had Leslyn for Oral Comm. She's a great teacher who makes funny jokes, LOVES her job, is passionate about standing up for the underdogs, and lets you eat in class. No need for books, just show up on time and do ALL the assignments and you'll pass with flying colors... and PLEASE don't give a speech that'll upset the class, give funny ones!!!
Take her for your transfer creds, she is Communication SJCC at its very best. Beautiful personality, helped me win a giganic scholarship reccomendation, got the A through office hours corrections w/h help, she is absolutely about seeing her students make it to University levels, she lives her lectures. Do your part too, you'll know easy from hard.
She is the BEST! If you are one who is very shy and timid, don't worry cuz she makes you feel totally comfortable. The class is really laid back, just make sure to do all the work. I loved the class so much that i want to take another one just for fun!
She is the BEST! If you are one who is very shy and timid, don't worry cuz she makes you feel totally comfortable. The class is really laid back, just make sure to do all the work.
Really Cute nice teacher...learned alot. If you want to learn about groups to helop your life take this awesome teacher!
I love her! There is no book in the class. She is so helpfull with the speaches. We do fun projects in groups, I recommend her to everyone that needs a communication class.
Don't take her IF english is not your first language. She has a communication gap with non native english speakers. Communication is supposed to be easy. You have to take this class for improving your communication not for passing it. I find her focusing more on your written Outlines then your speaking. I saw non native speakers struggling.
WHAT?!?!? She is THE best teacher for the job of teaching communication. There were many non-native english speakers in my class and all of them did just fine! She loves to teach and does it well. You can tell comm is her passion and she makes it FUN. You MUST take her for any Comm class. She will bring out qualities in you you never knew you had.
By far, she has been the best teacher i have ever had. Class was always interesting and very interactive. THE BEST!
One of the best professors I have ever had! I learned so much in terms of communication competence and improving group communication skills. This class was an eye opener. There's analysis paper that is worth a major portion of the grade in class but if you take good notes of the terms in the text & apply it effectively you will pass! She's helpful
Leslyn McCallum has made the class very fun and interesting. I definitely have learned much more about teamwork and team communication from her teaching style and techniques. Ms. McCallum has shared a lot of valuable information and also spoke about her own experiences. She really knows her teaching field. Thank you very much for everything, Ms.
Leslyn was a wonderful professor. She realizes that everyone learns in different ways and she does a great job of accomodating students as well as making the class fun and exciting. I recommend this class to anyone who is interested in communication theroy. I would not recommend this class to someone who wants to learn public speaking. Leslyn Rocks
Leslyn runs her class in a very effective way. There were five main speeches in the coms 20 class: an introductory speech, an informative speech, a persuasive speech, a training speech, and an impromptu speech. Three all speeches require an outline, and critique after the speech. The class is easy, but be prepared to get in front of the class.
Outstanding teacher. Greatly recommended.
Ms McCallum is an excellent teacher. A lot of fun group activities. Highly recommended!
She's very very good teacher. She made me gain more confidences in speaking. She gives grade not hard much if you well prepare. Great teacher!! Recommend to register this class.
Ms. McCallum one of the best teacher for COMS 45 or any COMS classes. I liked the way she taught the class. We did alot of fun group actiivites for that class. There is no tests or quizzes except the final paper. She will grade your rough draft before you turn in your final. Overall this was a pretty easy class for the summer. I had so much fun.
Very nice person...
DO YOUR HOMEWORK! She grades everything and counts everything. Homework is very easy. YOU HAVE TO BE ON TIME!!!! We had 3 question quizzes on the 3 pg chapters we had to read. Two major group presentations last one counts as final. She is awesome really easy going.
She's a great teacher. Fun, personable, fair, and she knows what she teaches.
Best teach i've had at SJCC..She Makes the class very entertaining yet educational...Was willing to give extra effort to make sure I got best grade possible...Definetly recommend her!
As long as you do the work you're golden. I was really scared to do public speaking, but she made it a safe & fun environment. My only complaint is that she lost my assignements. Luckliy, I save them. SAVE YOUR ASSIGNMENTS!
Public speaking isn't fun for most people, but Leslyn makes it tolerable. She makes this subject fun. Best communications teacher at City!
She is quite creative and enthusiastic in the way she teaches. Other professors need to take notice on her methods! The one thing that was frustrating was constantly changing due dates and lack of organization. To combat this, due everything on time so you are covered regardless of due date changes and keep everything she passes back.
Awesome teacher! Anyone who feels more at ease speaking in a small group rather than giving speeches to a whole class, take her for COMS 45. Professor McCallum cares so much about her job and students, and is very helpful and approachable. Sweet lady, but doesn't take any BS!
Wooh she's one of the best teacher. Very fun and easy. Took her for summer and easy to pass. You need to do 4-5 homework. It's really easy to pass her class. Just do all the work. It doesnt have to be perfect.
Nice teacher, take her class as soon as u can. believe me, u wont regret :)
I really am glad i chose this professor for oral communications. She is so funny, and she makes me always wanting to come to class time and time again. believe me youll learn alot from her class. She is willing to help you to think of topics if you have trouble thinking of what to put in your speech!! I love this professor!!
Great Teacher! She really helped me with my presentations, she always has a smile on her face, just don't turn in the work late and you will get an A, I would definitely take her again for another class
I LOVE YOU PROFESSOR MCCALLUM!!! Please, don't ever stop teaching - the world needs more FABULOUS teachers like yourself!!! ;)
if you interact with her, she will love you. small group comms was so fun (my awesome group helped too), we always leave early and there is no final test. you do like 4-5 hw papers and you can copy and paste from those hws for the final paper. def recommend this class. just dont turn your papers in late and you will for sure pass
Great professor. She's approachable and her class is a lot of fun.
Awesome teacher!!! Made the class fun and public speaking not so scary!1
She is a nice teacher but when you give her even the slightest attitude she doesn't like it. She is always smiling but i wouldn't say this is the easiest comms class. Unless your a very confident speaker don't expect to get A's.
A really helpful and informative COMS professor. She does not believe in massive amounts of written work and prefers to apply what we learn in vocal activities and group sessions. She's very clear and explains everything to you. I highly recommend this teacher.
BEST INSTRUCTOR EVER! I JUST LOVE HER AND HER CLASS IS INTERSTING & FUN! I GOT AN A!!
SHes very interesting to listen to probably because shes always in agood mood. Very informative and hilarious. I really recommend this class
She is always so enthusiastic, fun, charming, and an amazing teacher! She is a tough grader though so watch out! Unless you're a native English speaker, make sure to get all your papers checked at the writing centers! Class project at the end, we give back to a local cause! Amazing teacher that helps the community! I love her!!!!!
she is helop full
Very helpful and understanding professor. Had us do our finals early so we could focus on our other classes.
She is the best teacher you could ever ask for! No joke! I have taken 2 classes with her, and she is awesome! The classes were really informative, and fun to attend. She always does activities to keep things interested. She has a great attitude and if I wasn't done with COMS classes, I would take all my classes with her! SHE IS AWESOME!
Great teacher. She makes you feel really comfortable-which is quite important in a public speaking class, and the class fun. The only real homework is prepping speeches and critiques. I wish I needed the other classes she teaches, I'd love to take her again!
Great Teacher! Very Entertaining and Enthusiastic.
She is the best teacher you could ever ask for! No joke! I have taken 2 classes with her, and she is awesome! The classes were really informative, and fun to attend. She always does activities to keep things interested. She has a great attitude and if I wasn't done with COMS classes, I would take all my classes with her! SHE IS AWESOME!--SO TRUE!
Easy A if you show up to class, keep up with the assignments, participate in your group and write at least at an English 1 level. Don't text or go on your phone cos she'll dock you points even if she doesn't call you out on it.
She's amazing! Absolutely love her class! She does really fun activities with your group! I loved the subject, the class, and even my group, all thanks to her!
She's super awesome! I definitely recommend her to any one, she's super fun and made communications not so scary. Thumbs up!
Fantastic teacher! Everyone would benefit from taking her class!
Great class. Great Instructor! learned alot!
Easy class, you are in a group the entire semester and you complete interesting activities. I dreaded a communication class and now can't believe how easy it was.
She is such a great teacher, and so entertaining! You're put in a group alphabetically and you remain together the whole semester, its easy u don't even need to buy the book (which is like 5 bucks). Super fun class, fun games, awesome end of semester party! Take this class you will love her!
Honestly I wish I could do this class all over again. I fell in love with my group and with her teaching style, it was such a fun class not the typical college class you would expect. Loved her and her stories she is so entertaining. End of semester party is awesome. Take her!!!
Took her for small group communication and she is understanding, thorough, creative, attentive and entertaining. Only a few assignments, and she even took off the last big assignment in exchange for a class group activity. She is a one of a kind professor and I am stoked to continue taking her for communications.
Super fun class. She made class exciting. Learned a lot about communication styles between genders, IF YOU HATE PRESENTING IN FRONT OF CLASSES THIS IS THE CLASS TO TAKE, NO PRESENTAIONS WHAT SO EVER.
Very easy class. If you can write in decent English, like a senior in high schoolEnglish 1A, and make a decent and somewhat of an effort response you will get an A. She dropped 2 assignments and last assignment was a group presentation. Other than that, you don't present and she is just and awesome professor. Definitely take her! Easy work and A.
Leslyn is one of my favorite professors. She loves Communication Studies and she seriously cares for her students. This is a very easy A. Show up, make friends and learn some interesting facts. You do a speech and write a couple essayspapers but she will fully help and guide you along the way.
Best teacher at SJCC! Her class was so fun and she is hilarious. Not many assignments but the one's we did have were very easy and could be done under 10 minutes. Just one essay as a final but it is the easiest paper you will ever write based on a relationship. A lot of group work but it makes the class more interesting and makes time go by faster.
She's an awesome teacher. I would take her for all communication classes. Learned alot about myself and how to communicate effectively.
There were supposed to be 3 individual papers we had to write, but she dropped one paper. Total, 2 individual papers, 1 group project and paper. The group project we have to present only in front of the professor, which she will schedule the time and day for your group to come in and present. She made the class fun and interesting.
I recommend student to take any communication class with this wonderful professor....
Awesome professor. Had her twice. It's not a hard class, but if you pay attention you will learn an awful lot
She is the best teacher ever
Fantastic c lass. Fab teacher. Great class not only for credit but in terms of personal growth.
My favorite teacher, I absolutely love her & have taken several of her classes! She's funny & class is rarely boring.
She's awesome!! Her class is fun and there's a few papers due, but they're easy. A lot of group participation but it's usually an in class activity like survival games.
Such a great teacher! She is hilarious and makes class fun. Love her group activities.
Very sweet and understanding! You will enjoy her class everyday and her amazing lectures.
The teacher is super awesome, very help, an easy A, the class is very fun, just show up.
The best professor ever! She makes class interesting if the student is willing to get out their bubble. Informative and enlightening class! Truly found myself through her teachings/assignments.
She makes class interesting if the student is willing to get out their bubble. Informative and enlightening class! Truly found myself through her teachings/assignments. She is the best out there!!!
I had her for Coms. She was amazing and informative. I enjoyed going to class each time. I discovered myself through this class. I recommend everyone take her class.
Coms 10 with this professor is not what you'd think. No public speaking or anything. Short movies and lots of little exercises are the bulk of this class. Get ready to move around the room and meet the people in the class. Not much homework but if given very short self evaluat ion type. Show up, be respectful she is extremely cool and easy going.
She is a great professor and takes time to work with students.
Love this professor. She really understands us as students and shares our views. Very easy class. Would definitely take again!
She so cool and best teacher ever.I promise that you will like this class as much as I do. Highly recommend to take her class and I will take again if my ED plan needed.
She is from heaven! We are so LUCKY to have you on earth!
I love her !!!!! She is so amazing! Her lectures are super fun, interesting and great. Her personal stories are the best and shes hilarious! Easy show up do the easy work and youll pass. Very interactive. I wish I knew about her before so I could of taken more classes with her. I highly recommend this prof. Shes a gem ! Love her so Much!
I really liked Professor McCallum but shes an incredibly difficult grader; wont give you an A unless you go way above and beyond. There are surprise speeches that will drop you down a letter grade if you miss & you cant make those up. She is very nice and will try to work with you if you catch her at a good time but its a difficult class!
She is a really nice person. Very knowledgeable and motivating. There are a few essays where you do a self evaluation in which she is a slightly tough grader. You will be fine though. Theres a group project where you volunteer at a non profit organization. She has a pot luck at the end of the semester. No exams or anything. I would recommend her
Class Info
Attendance Mandatory
85%
Textbook Required
68%
Grade Predictor
Your expected effort level
Predicted Grade
A+
Grade Distribution
Common Tags
Rating Trend
Stable
+0.02 avg changeRatings by Course
74415
5.0
(1)COMM12
5.0
(1)SMALLGROUPCOM
5.0
(4)COMS20
5.0
(14)COMS
5.0
(1)Difficulty by Course
COMM12
3.0
COMM20
3.0
COMM045
3.0
COMM45
2.3
COMMS20
2.3