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Reviews (90)
Great teacher, fun class, easy to grasp and understand. Some students in the class felt she was not very effective but to be honest, they were just too lazy to do any work. I really enjoyed this class and it isn't hard to get an A if you simply just remember key terms and important people.
She is such a great teacher. I highly recommend her!!
Class was easy and the tests were basically trivia. I didn't think it was possible to make a social problems class boring, but this professor often succeeded in that regard. She reads through her Powerpoint slides word-for-word without actually commenting on any of the material. Very ineffective and boring. She is nice, but that's all I can giv
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Teacher treats class like they are still in high school. She is a poor teacher who does not know how to present lectures. Reads her notes for three hours then sends you home. Its hard to learn anything and the tests are very detailed and hard. The tests do not match up to lectures.
somewhat helpful, would like to hear more than just what is in the book
I highly recommened this teacher! She is very interesting and knows what she is teaching about! She really cares about students and loves teaching...I wouldn't even consider taking another teacher! A+ teacher!!!!
I enjoyed her class! She was very helpful. She answers any question you may have (you just have to get off of your but to ask, instead of sitting and whining about the clarity of the question) she's quick to respond to email and I would highly recommend her to anyone! She also gives a study guide for each test. This teacher wants her class to pass!
Each week was a struggle not to pull my hair out! If you enjoy being treated as though you're in high school then this is your class. It wasn't too difficult since most of the topics covered are encountered to some degree in everyday life. However,her tests have questions not addressed in the text. The bright side she grades on the curve. Good luck
All she does it read out of the book, I could do that at home. Most of the students in my class never came besides when she gave out tests. Some of the material thats on the study guide is on the test.
Nice woman, but avoid her as a teacher. Don't even bother going to class, read the book. For somebody teaching about social problems, she's very out of touch with the current state of society. She makes statements out of the book, and is uninformed about society. I learned nothing in this class, and I had really hoped to.
She isn't very helpful, or assertive. The class has various discussions all at once, but it does cover some very controversial topics. The teacher doesn't really jump in on discussion. She is very timid and I feel that when I speak she will break or something. Bring a book, all you'll mostly do is read from it, and then get tested on most of it.
She is a nice woman, but so boring I would rather scratch my eyes out than sit through one of her classes again. If you want an easy A go to her class, but if you really want to learn -choose another teacher.
Linda Whitman is a very nice woman, but is an overall marginal teacher. We had one person in our class that was a consistently disrupted a productive learning environment, and she did nil about the situation. Her lectures are weak, but her tests are good. She makes the student relate terms in the book on an everyday level, not just by definition.
Terrible. Class spent reading from the book. Easy A to be sure but I haven't learned a damn thing. Ms. Whitman startled me with her apparent lack of a grasp on the subject. She is very nice, but should not be teaching.
The instructor is a nice lady. Class was boring, the students are the ones that help pass the time. Lots of reading. She gives out a study guide to let you know what is on the test. You will learn not from her, but from the book.
Linda Whitman is a very kind person. She takes special interest in her students and is always there if one of her students needs help. I learned a lot from her.
Nice lady interested in the subject. She lets the students push her around too much. class seems interested in the topics, however we don't spend enough time in group discussions would be better if she specificly ask for peoples opinions, instead of sayin, anyone,anyone. She cares so theres always hope
Fantastic Ability To Apply To Real Current Events, Very Attractive, Very Personable, Visited Man In Hospital Who Had A Stroke (student) She Really Cares!
Likes to use powerpoint slides in class. She also hands out study guides that tell you exactly whats on the tests. Multiple choice on tests that are word for word out of the book.
I looked her up on her before enrolling in the class and thought she cant be that bad. I was wrong. Shes late to the majority of the classes, never organized, and lets the classroom get way off subject. She talks way to much about her dogs and her job (outside of class) and leaves no time to explain anything. I won't take another class with her.
The class spent 90% of three hour classes offending eachother with the "current event" portion of class. We never went over testing material in class. We got a list of definitions and a word bank. Test questions are based off of tiny tidbits of info in the book that did not reflect central ideas, just trivia. PS-Don't tell her you have cats.
Teacher is out of touch. She lets the class do all of the talking. Nothing that is done is class is on the test. Most of the class is spent on current events. She also brings up her job as a social worker for Johnson County all of the time. However, I ran into one of her coworkers and they said she is nuts as well. Don't take this class from her!
For a teacher she seems very unsure of herself. She does take attendance twice a class. The test is a breeze if you can sit through her BORING lectures. She doesn't know anything that is in her slides so if she forgets her book she will be forced to use yours because she reads straight from the text. Also, talks about the welfare office TOO much!!!
Nice teacher, supper easy multiple choice test. Everything is from the book and the study guides had the page numbers for the answers right next to the questions. Have to write a one page summary paper about a speaker who comes. Attendance doesn't really matter, most of the class is about the current events; gets preoccupied, easy
After browsing through the text I was excited to take this class. I thought it would have interesting debates. Nothing of the kind. Lectures were what I'd already read in the book, teacher was unable to control the class. She didn't seem interested in sparking interest of the subject in her students. Easy A, but not at all interesting or fun.
She is great. Easy class. Just read the book and go over the study guides. I would take a class with her again.
I think she is okay. You really have to teach yourself, because the class is very unorganized, and the students don't respect her at all. But it is an easy A if you just need to bring up your GPA.
Wow! What can I say? I don't understand how she has been a teacher so long. I could have taken this class with myself as the teacher. I know how to read the book, which is all she does. I think she has severe adult ADD. And don't get me started on her MANY faces!! Don't take her!
This was the worst class I have ever taken at JCCC. The teacher had no control over her students and it was liking going to the zoo. Everyone talked over everyone. You really didn't need to waist your time reading the book because she gave you study guides for every test. If you need an easy A then take her class but do it with cation. I wish I cou
very nice lady,HOWEVER,this is the most boring class ever. all she does is read from the slides for 3 hours(nite class).new book, so the tests are hard! take a different teacher
Wow, what a waste of tuition money. Should have just taken this course online. Read the book and you will pass the class. I never went to class, could not stand the teacher. She is boring and clueless about almost every aspect of this class. I just stayed home and read the book and showed up for tests. TAKE A DIFFERENT PROFF. IF POSSIBLE!!!!!!
After reading other ratings, I completely disagree! I think Mrs. Whitman is WONDERFUL!!! She is very passionate about what she teaches and I throughly enjoy her class !!!
Don?t do it. She is terrible. Yes a nice old lade but what a waste of money! ?Current event? topics took up 2/3 of the class time then she would rush through the power point reading them as fast as she could. That?s her class. You learn very little. The guest speaker taught us more in one day then she did the entire class.
Not sure how a teacher can make something so interesting so boring! Some of her classes got power point presentations, mine didn't. She just reads out of the book and it's hard to stay awake. Good thing about her is you get a clear study guide for every test on day one. She's extremely nice and has good intentions, but is not a good teacher at all.
She is nice and friendly, but she tends to just give power point lectures. I enjoyed her class, but she could do more to make it interesting. It's an easy A.
Linda is a wonderful teacher, very fair, come to class, pay attention and study the reviews and you will ace it. She's always ready to answer any questions. Just ask. It's give and take. You have to contribute and earn it, but it's not rocket science. You'll ace it if your willing to put in the time to study and effort to walk to class.
I took this teacher two years ago and she was terrible. It was an easy A so I thought I would suffer through her class again. I have actually been amazed how much she has improved. It's like it took her 20 years to learn how to teach. Her class is actually fun. She explains things well, and makes sure to go over everything before the tests.
Marriage and Family. This class is pretty easy. She wants you to do well. She provides study guides for all test and there is one reflective paper over a guest speaker. She is super sweet and accomodating. I am enrolled in her Intro to Soc currently and will probably take her Social Problems as well.
I love Mrs.Whitman she is very nice. I took her 2 times and would love to take her again. She is very kind and cares. you have a study guide do the guide and you should have no problems with the test. Love Her!
Loved her took her 2 times!!
Boring boring boring. Do not like this class. I am in social problems. I have never been more bored out of my mind. She is very nice but she just reads off of the slides, I count the minutes to get out! Her tests are super confusing! Her study guides are confusing too.
Mrs. Whitman is a kind instructor who truly cares about her students. Spring 2013 will be my second semester with her, and I look forward to her class. Extra credit options are given and she posts study guides prior to tests. Class discussions about current events are always interesting. I recommend Mrs. Whitman for any of the sociology courses.
What an easy class. Study guide has everything on the 4 tests. Class discussions can be fun. Easy A
this was an easy class but boring read out of the book every class rather then talk about the information when she did explain something she would go off in to something total unrelated.everything on the test is the study guide
This was a very good experience. The professor was very interested in presenting the material in the textbook. She gave some extra credit. She is a very compassionate person who cares about the students as well as the world. It was a class that was education friendly. I would definitely take more classes from her.
Linda is a nice lady, and she really cares about her students. She gives out study guides for all tests at the beginning of the semester. The class interaction ad discussions are pretty fun. Sociology is an interesting class and she is very knowledgeable. There is some extra credit, and 1 simple one age paper to write. I recommend her for anyone.
Mrs. Whitman is fantastic. She cares about her students and provides a positive learning environment. A one pager paper is assigned, as well as extra credit options. I highly recommend Mrs. Whitman for any soc or fshs course.
She was really kind hearted. This lady cares so much for her students. I was not interested in the class so I didn't study too hard. I ended up going from a D to a B.
Class is easy. The instructor is very nice but lectures are boring because everything is out of the textbook. Tests are basically the study guide. However, the current event discussions are pretty fun.
There is no to not get an A in this class unless youre lazy or dont attend. Ms W is a great teacher and a nice person! She comes off as shy and lectures uneventful, but I would def recommend her class!
Loved this teacher, she is sweet and really cares about her students. WE mainly go over chapters in class and class is not mandatory but she is able to raise your grade if you attend. Attend her class, she seems shy and goes off topic sometimes but makes class so fun. Awesome lady, attend class, ask questions, do study guide and you will pass!
Super easy to get along with, She makes it clear that what is on the study guide is on the test. She gives out a paper assignment that is cake and also gives you a chance for extra credit. If you NEED a sociology class this one is the only one I would ever recommend.
If you don't get an A in her class it is completely your fault. She is very nice and really only cares about participation in discussions, which is minimal. You do not need the textbook; everything she puts on the tests comes from the PowerPoints on D2L. The tests are extremely easy and she spends at least a class period and a half for review.
Powerpoint based lectures, which cover almost everything you need for tests. You might need to refresh a bit with some book skimming if you find the online review and powerpoints not enough. There are also topic recaps/review before tests. Grades might be bumped up if you go to (every) class. Pretty easy class, albeit boring.
Linda Whitman is great. She can be pretty boring at times but she keeps the class interesting and fun with discussions. THIS CLASS IS SUPER EASY. Thats all I can say. She is very nice and cares about her students. If you want a higher grade their is extra credit, if you are on the boarder line for a grade she will bump you up!
Showing up is a must. She will go over the test material before each exam and always tries to help students pass by making sure they understand the material, but will read the definitions provided by the textbook. Either read the textbook and not attend lecture or attend lecture and don't read. BUT ALWAYS GO ON TEST DAY!
I took Mrs. Whitman for Soc of Families & it was extremely easy, I even stopped going to class after the first week. There are study guides that literally tell you what will be on the tests. I studied off the study guides and only went to class on the day of the test and passed with an A. After the tests she lets you leave, she is boring but cares
Professor Whitman deserves a higher rating. Just like most of the reviews say, she is a great teacher and really cares about her student. She is always helpful and is gives help study guides. The subject is interesting so as long as you are in class and listening you'll do well.
the professor really cares about students, if you have any questions she will answer and won't let you go with a doubt. I like that the book is used to the fullest, test are not easy unless you actually studied the study guide. Participation and attendance really matter in order to pass the class. I will like more professors like her, I recommended
Mrs. Whitman is so sweet. She is really easy going and loves both her jobs, part time social worker and part time adjunct professor, I believe. She gives plenty of time for assignments and does not want anyone in her class to get less than an A. She can seem a bit strange at first but you will grow to love her by the end of the hour. Take her!!
best proffesor ever. shes very nice and very helpful.
The course was incredibly easy because she has all the information on D2L for you. Tests are easy - you know exactly what's going to be on them. However, she is maybe the most boring and monotonous lecturer I've ever had. Only take her course if you just need a Soc. class, not if you're legitimately interested in the subject.
Great inspirational experience. Very knowledgeable and an extremely caring professor. You can tell that she has a passion for teaching . She is always prepared for class. She has some very interesting guest speakers also. Using her study guides will make getting an A a piece of cake. I will take all the classes she offers.
She is so sweet and kind. She does her best so student can get an A. If you are afraid of getting B in the class, she offers you extra credit. Her class is fun. It is my second time taking class with her and in both classes I had a great experience.
Sociology was specifically about discrimination and inequality. When questioned, the professor is not able to back up her teachings. She is very monotonous lecturer. This class is an easy A and really doesn't require any attendance. I'd highly recommend only taking her class(es) if that's the only option and/or you want an easy A.
This instructor is awesome. She really cares about her students and it shows. She wants all her students to be successful. The power points and study guides are so helpful. The topics discussed in class are very interesting and the instructor makes class fun. Extra credit is also offered. I highly recommend taking her classes!
Don't pay attention to those bad comments! SHE IS AN AWESOME PROFESSOR! she is willing to help you if you have any difficulty. She makes the class way more fun! I took sociology before with a different professor and didn't learn anything. However, with professor Linda I learned so much. She gives extra credit and her tests are easy if you study.
I really enjoyed taking sociology of family with Prof. Whitman. She makes sure that her students understand the material and do well. Overall, she is sweet, kind and a wonderful instructor!
Ms. Whitman is Amazing! Her calm demeanor and style of teaching, clearly sets the students up for success. She makes it very clear that if you follow her syllabus, participate in class and study, you will do well in her class. She wants to see her students pass the course. She is very helpful and responsive to the needs of the students.
She is an excellent,very supportive.
Linda is unbearably boring, she lectures straight from the slides that Pearson made to coincide with the textbook and has nothing else to say. Does not know how to operate basic technology. Does not make class interesting. The tests are super easy, and those are the only thing you are graded on besides one short summary paper over a guest speaker.
She is such a caring instructor who helps her students do their best. She works in the field she teaches in and uses real-life examples in class. The class is so interesting and current events are also discussed. She wants to hear the opinions of her students. Study guides tell you exacly what you need to know to get an A. She is the best!
Ms. Whitman is one of the best instructors I have ever had. The class discussions are excellent, and she makes going to class fun. She really knows Sociology and loves teaching. Powerpoints, study guides, and key terms are on D2L. There is extra credit also. You can get an A and you will love her!
Your final grade will be based almost completely off of four tests, including the final. The professor is unbearably boring and is constantly smacking several sticks of bubble gum. She teaches directly off of the power points, and is not great at giving specific examples. Very boring class, and she cannot figure out how to operate basic technology.
lectured heavy and was very unorganized when teaching the material during each class
Ms. Whitman is a wonderful teacher. She lets you know everything that will be on the tests and if you need extra help she is available. Class discuss is open to all and she encourages you to participate in discussion. She gives you everything you need to pass the class.
Ms. Linda Whitman is a strong advocate of making sure that students do well in her classes. She tells you up front what is expected, so there are no surprises and she cares about her students succeeding. She is very passionate about creating a positive learning environment. JCCC is a great school because of professors like Ms. Whitman!
She is AWESOME!!! She really cares about her students! I highly recommend her!! She is so sweet and caring. She is very clear to understand and all the information is in D2L. She offers extra credit and has a study guide that can really help you. She knows how to make the class fun and is willing to answer any question you have. TAKE HER!
Good professor, nice class. Lectures tend to follow powerpoint. She encourages class participation. This class is an easy A if you put the time in
She is a great professor. All the lectures are taught off powerpoint. She is easy going and loves what she does. If you put in the time and participate in class it's an easy A.
She is a great teacher. I really enjoyed the class and learned a lot. The tests aren't hard if you study the study guide. I hope to take more of her classes.
Mrs Whitman is an amazing and caring teacher, she does not want anyone to fail her class. From the first day of class to the last it is very clear what you need to do to pass the class and she is very flexible if you have any issues come up. 4 tests, 1 paper and 1 extra credit. She appreciates participation and it helps your grade!!
Multiple choice and true/ false exams, one paper on domestic violence, extra credit was a song that related to the text. She gives you information via PP and terms are on quizlet. I wouldn't buy the textbook. Prof. Whitman is lovely and wants all her students to excel. Show up to class and engage and she will work with you. I would take her again!
I love Prof. Whitman, I was lucky enough to take one of her classes when they were still on campus. She is just so sweet. Now that things are online, she does a discussion and small activities each week that aren't very hard. The test are very straight forward. If you do your discussions, and do well on the tests it'll be an Easy A class for you.
Easy A as long as you get your discussions done along with weekly assignments. Also, only four tests total!!
Professor Whitman is fine just pretty hands off. The class was easy enough. 2 assignments a week, a discussion and a Canvas assignment, 1 paper that you have to attend a Zoom for, 4 exams and 1 extra credit assignment. Only need the textbook for the exams but the exams are pretty tricky and the book doesn't always help, just do your best.
She is very sweet and cares but I felt I learned more by reading the book than her lectures. She had a very hard time with the computer and I always left feeling I didn't learn anything after class. The only assignments for grade was a paper and then the tests. Her study guides did not help with the test at all.
extremely sweet and accommodating woman. lots of lecture and reading from the textbook, but an extremely easy class to pass
This class online was a BREEZE. Super easy grader. There is 1 activity & 1 discussion every week, always on the same day makes it EZ for remembering due dates. All test answers including final are from Quizlet. 50 word requirements on discussions make them EZ. Had the book but didn't use it one time. You can choose to learn from this class or not.
Class Info
Online Classes
100%
Attendance Mandatory
52%
Textbook Required
40%
Grade Predictor
Your expected effort level
Predicted Grade
A+
Grade Distribution
Common Tags
Rating Trend
Improving
+1.19 avg changeRatings by Course
122029
5.0
(1)MARRIAGEFAMILY
5.0
(1)FAMILIES
5.0
(1)SOC120
4.8
(4)SOC131
4.2
(25)Difficulty by Course
SOCIO101
5.0
SOCI101
4.0
SOC100
4.0
MARRIAGEFAMILY
3.0
SOC006
2.0