4.9

Marcie Sims

English - Green River College

4.9
Quality
2.1
Difficulty
97%
Would Retake
131
Reviews
4.9
Quality
2.1
Difficulty
4.9
Helpful
4.8
Clarity

97%

Would Retake

131

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What Students Say

Sims' class was extremely enjoyable

ENGLISH236 - 5.0 rating

It's okay to have a bad grades, but same feed backs cannot be acceptable for me

ENG101 - 1.0 rating
Class Info

Online Classes

100%

Attendance Mandatory

59%

Textbook Required

0%

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Based on 78 grades
Most common grades:
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A+ (35)
A- (4)
Grade Distribution
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Based on 83 reported grades
A: 36
A+: 35
A-: 4
Rather not say: 3
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Gives good feedback (34)
Caring (30)
Clear grading criteria (21)
Get ready to read (20)
Participation matters (16)
Inspirational (14)
Respected (14)
Lots of homework (10)
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Ratings by Course

183

5.0

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111240110

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ENG110

5.0

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ENGL151

5.0

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ENG111

4.5

ENGL240

4.0

ENGL101

4.0

ENG100

3.3

ENGL228

3.0

Reviews (131)
5.0
1.0
ENG110
Mar 12, 2004

No Comments

5.0
1.0
ENGL151
Jul 6, 2004

VERY easy, barely any work. She's really nice too!

5.0
1.0
ENG110165
Nov 5, 2004

She is a awesome teacher! Two hours goes by really fast, very funny! I totally recomend her!

5.0
1.0
ENGL100
Dec 8, 2004

She is a very nice tEcher, very helpful and friendly. She is one of my favorite instructor when I was in GRCC.

5.0
2.0
ENG110111165
Grade: B+
Mar 10, 2005

Awesome teacher. Always makes sure that you know whats going on. easy to work with. Very cool!

5.0
4.0
ENG111
May 24, 2005

She is challenging, but guides you through everything. Excellent!!

5.0
3.0
ENG151
Jun 8, 2005

Great teacher! Friendly, nice, cool

5.0
1.0
ENGLISH151
Jun 10, 2005

This creative writing class was awesome, very encouraging teacher! I highly recommend taking this class and all others with her!

5.0
1.0
ENGLISH
Jun 22, 2005

Take Marcie if you want to get an easy A. She's very friendly and doesn't require much of you. Great teacher!

5.0
1.0
ENG151
Aug 24, 2005

Nice teacher. I had her online creative writing class and I've never had so much fun in a class. Got a 4.0 and great feedback.

5.0
2.0
CREATIVEWRITIN
Aug 30, 2005

She was a fantastic teacher! The work was pretty easy and the class never got dull. I strongly reccomend this class with Sims!

5.0
2.0
CREATIVEWRITIN
Grade: A+
Aug 30, 2005

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5.0
2.0
WORLDMYTH
Sep 6, 2005

I loved this class! We had the best debates and Marcie was a great teacher!

5.0
2.0
ENGLISH100
Sep 6, 2005

Marcie is cool! and great to have as a instructor!!!

5.0
1.0
MYTH110
Sep 6, 2005

She is a great teacher! She loves what she does, and the people she teaches. This was the best class I have ever had.

5.0
1.0
CTREATIVERWRIT
Nov 22, 2005

Lovely person, easy A. Take her if you need to raise your GPA.

5.0
2.0
111240110
Mar 22, 2006

No Comments

5.0
1.0
ENGL151
Mar 28, 2006

The easiest 4.0 I ever got. Take her online Creative Writing 1 because it is really easy. She is a really nice lady too. Definately take this class to raise your GPA!

5.0
1.0
ENG151
May 2, 2006

Her online creative writing class was awesome. She gave me so many great tips to help make me a better writer and we had so much fun reading the poems and stories that everyone in the class wrote. If you like to write for fun, take this class!

5.0
1.0
ENGLISH
May 22, 2006

So easy, but not hot. Nice tho.

5.0
5.0
ENG111
Sep 18, 2006

Good teacher but i couoldnt focus on my work with her in the room- shes frikin hot!

5.0
4.0
ENG110
Oct 2, 2006

An awsome teacher who ejoys what she does and makes her students enjoy it too. Lets just say I took her for 3 other classes after having her for the first one.

5.0
1.0
ENG151
Apr 5, 2007

I took an online class from her a while back and wish I had the oportunity to take more classes with her. She was wonderful and so polite, and extremely helpful. He feedback was always contructive and if I had a place to take another english class, it would have been with her.

5.0
5.0
ENGL151
Jun 14, 2007

lots of homework, but she makes it fun and interesting--definitely what collge should be.

4.0
2.0
ENG150
Jul 14, 2007

I took an online creative writing class with Marcie. She was a good teacher, and pretty well organized. With some assignments I would have appreciated more helpful criticism, but she did always help me find at least one way to improve.

5.0
2.0
ENGL110
Mar 28, 2008

This woman is off the hook! If you love english you must take her classes; it reminds you of everything that is right with this language. <3

5.0
4.0
ENGL240
Jun 2, 2008

Simply amazing and never full of herself! I was lucky to have her as a teacher.

5.0
3.0
ENG110
Feb 27, 2009

Hands down the best professor I've had so far at Green River. She explains the material well and connects it to current issues in a way that makes you appreciate end ENJOY it! She's really funny. She'll develop your writing skills and genuinely care about your success. Participate in discussions and do the homework and you'll get a great grade!

5.0
3.0
ENG101
Apr 13, 2010

Keeps everything simple and easy to understand

5.0
3.0
ENGL228
May 12, 2010

She was extremely helpful and was always passionate about the material. She was the best English professor I have had yet, and if you are looking to take a British Literature class, you would do well to take the class from her, if you show up, and do the work, you will get a great grade!

5.0
1.0
ENG22
Jun 11, 2010

I enjoyed her so much best teacher ever!!! I couldn't wait for class every day!

5.0
4.0
ENG100
Aug 12, 2010

Great feedback. Learned alot from her.

5.0
2.0
ENG101
Oct 16, 2010

Seriously Amazing. She has a great personality and loves teaching. Her class isn't necessarily hard, but there's lots to do. Just do your work and you'll be fine.

5.0
3.0
ENG101
Nov 12, 2010

English 101/160--Awesome teacher! Learned a lot, but also enjoyed class. It's not a hard class as long as you do your work. Best English teacher I've had so far!

5.0
2.0
ENG101
Nov 25, 2010

She really is an amazing teacher. Don't take her class if you are a slacker. You have to work, but as long as you do it, you'll get good grades. She's really helpful too :)

5.0
1.0
PHIL136
Sep 15, 2011

Class was super easy even though I hated philosophy. She is a very kind person and cares about her students. She was very approachable. Take her class and you can get a pretty good grade.

5.0
1.0
ENGL113
Feb 15, 2012

I had her for online Poetry. SUPER EASY.

5.0
2.0
ENG4083
Dec 5, 2012

Amazing teacher! I dont regret taking her. She's definetly a genius and so helpful. very nice and grades easy. Really improves your english in her class. If you want to be lazy and never come to class, don't take it, you won't pass. Best teacher i've had so far

4.0
4.0
ENG100
Mar 19, 2013

it is hard to get a good grade from her.

5.0
2.0
ENG126
Mar 21, 2013

Marcie is an excellent teacher. Shes very helpful and understands her students very well. Would recommend to take her ENG 126/164 class.

5.0
4.0
ENGL101160
Nov 17, 2014

I absolutely loved this class! She is so passionate about teaching and the subjects that it makes her class very enjoyable! Sims is definitely the best English teacher I have ever had and I actually feel like I really improved. There's lots of homework and assignments but as long as you do them you're fine. She has super clear expectations! Great!!

5.0
2.0
ENGLISH101160
Grade: A-
Nov 20, 2014

Marcie Sims has got to be one of my favorite instructors at this school. She is very clear, helpful, funny and experienced. I enjoy her class very much and HIGHLY recommend.

5.0
2.0
ENG101160
Nov 20, 2014

Currently enrolled in her class and absolutely love it. Ms. Sims really knows how to help her students with what she notices is their weakness in writing. Her personality is very uplifted and enjoyable. Based on her level of clarity, you can notice she's a teacher who truly enjoys to teach. Definitely recommend to take any of her classes.

5.0
2.0
ENGLISH101160
Dec 18, 2014

One of the greatest English teachers. If you ever get the chance, definitely take any class taught by her.

5.0
2.0
ENG100
Feb 6, 2015

I took Marcie Sims class last quarter (fall) online and really enjoyed what I learned. She doesn't grade tough. You just have to make sure to do the assignments properly and on time. I enjoyed the topics our class wrote about. Main thing I recommend is that you pay attention to the instructions on the papers rather than assuming you know. :-)

5.0
2.0
ENGL101160
Feb 12, 2015

Ms. Sims is by far my favorite instructor. She's funny, intelligent, and compassionate. She cares about her students. Her assignments are very detailed most of the time, so if you follow them you will get a good grade! DEFINITELY take from her if you get the chance!

5.0
2.0
EXISTENTIALISM
Mar 24, 2015

Marcie was AMAZING! I loved the class, and she was always very helpful if I was confused on something. She took her time to explain the confusing aspects of grammar, and by the end of the class I was very confident with writing essays. I would take this class over again in a heartbeat!

5.0
2.0
ENG246
Grade: A+
Jun 4, 2015

Homework every night but it gets so easy once you get the hang of it and it truly makes you a better writer. The stories we read were interesting as it was contemporary stuff. Marcie is understanding and kind, very organized, and this class is an easy 4.0 if you do your work and put effort in (not even that much). My favorite teacher here for sure!

5.0
2.0
ENG246
Grade: A+
Jun 9, 2015

Marcie is an amazing instructor! Truly cares about her students and her class. Very clear on grading and what is expected. The stories were interesting. A few group projects, but she grades them fairly so even if there is a slacker your grade won't be effected. Pretty easy 4.0 as long as you take the time to read and come up with a good analysis!

5.0
1.0
ENGL246
Grade: A
Jul 7, 2015

Ms. Sims was an awesome professor. She is very passionate about English & about her students. She is also extremely nice & funny, which made class go by quickly. She assigns homework almost every night but it always easy & follows a template. Getting an A is easy as long as you attend class and do the homework, which she grades easily & quickly

4.0
2.0
ENG246
Grade: A
Jul 18, 2015

I enjoyed Ms Sims class and learned a lot. She makes sure to present information in multiple ways to accommodate all types of learners (visual, auditory, etc). There are a few different group projects and quite a few readingsassignments, so be prepared to work hard.

5.0
1.0
ENG101
Grade: A
Aug 20, 2015

I took Marcie twice (technically 4 times because I was in her hybrid classes) she is an AMAZING human being and so so sweet. She genuinley cares for her students and loves to hear your opinion on the assigned literature. I thought I was a good writer from the start, but she made me so much better! One of the best teachers I've ever had.

5.0
3.0
ENGL160
Grade: A+
Nov 11, 2015

she is the best lecturer i have ever had. Very organized and clear with instructions. Would love to take her class again.

5.0
2.0
ENGL160
Grade: A
Nov 20, 2015

M. Sims in the best teacher I have ever had ! She is very understanding of the lives of college students and is willing to help her students succeed in whatever they need. Her lectures are always in depth and helpful to the material that is being covered in that class. I would recommend any of her classes!

5.0
4.0
ENG101160
Grade: A+
Jan 13, 2016

Ms. Sims is one of the best professors. I had her in the Fall 15 quarter for the Learning Community class Eng 101-160. She was helpful, understanding, and genuinely cares about her students and their learning. She pushes your boundaries and if you are not a writer, she can definitely turn you into one. If you are a writer, you'll prob love class

5.0
3.0
ENG101160
Grade: Rather not say
Feb 11, 2016

Ms. Sims is a great teacher! If you do all of the work and come to class, then this class is an easy A. I really enjoyed taking her ENG 101/160 since she is always willing to help and really caring. Recommend!

5.0
3.0
ENG101160
Grade: A+
Feb 12, 2016

Even though I'm not really into English and all that, I absolutely loved her class. She is an amazing human being, is so sweet, intelligent, and really easy to talk to. Class discussions are welcome and intuitive and you'll learn a lot from her. She certainly made me into a much better writer. There's a lot to read, but not overwhelming at all.

5.0
1.0
HUMAN160
Grade: Incomplete
May 4, 2016

Trust me, she is the best teacher in GRC. You will feel glad that you took her class...

5.0
2.0
ENG101
Grade: A
Nov 20, 2016
Would take again

Best teacher I've ever had. I've taken four classes from her. The perfect combination of in-depth English teaching and thought-provoking lecture. She makes you work but is a generous grader. Do all the work, read the prompts and listen to her feedback and you'll get a 4.0

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LOTS OF HOMEWORK
Inspirational
5.0
3.0
ENG101160
Grade: A
Nov 30, 2016
Would take again

Professor Sims is one of the best teachers I have ever had. The class did not have tests, but instead focused on analysis of the readings, which really helped me learn the material. Her teaching style is excellent for those who need extra help in order to perform well, but do not take this course if you do not intend to put in effort.

Gives good feedback
Get ready to read
LOTS OF HOMEWORK
4.0
2.0
ENGL126
Grade: A+
Apr 3, 2017
Would take again

I went into this class after failing the online ENGL127 with professor Lowe which I found terribly difficult. Marcie is a very easy grader, I got 100% on the final paper that Lowe would have given me 80%. Often there were times where it was unclear what we were supposed to be doing. Email her if you have questions, she replies quickly.

Gives good feedback
Get ready to read
SO MANY PAPERS
5.0
2.0
ENG101
Grade: A+
Apr 10, 2017
Would take again

She gives good feedback on your essays. Part of your essay grade comes from if you have correct MLA or whatever format she's looking for. Overall, it's an easy class if you do all the homework. She's an understanding professor and easy grader.

Gives good feedback
ACCESSIBLE OUTSIDE CLASS
Caring
1.0
5.0
ENG101
Apr 11, 2017
Wouldn't take again

She's really fussy about her assignment. Also, tough. I want to see her rubrics. It's okay to have a bad grades, but same feed backs cannot be acceptable for me. She just copied and pasted them. It seems that she can't control all the students she has.

Tough Grader
GRADED BY FEW THINGS
LECTURE HEAVY
5.0
2.0
ENGL126164
Grade: A+
May 18, 2017
Would take again

Let me put it this way: she's SPECTACULAR. Hands-down one of, if not the, best professor I've had in all seven quarters of Green River. She's genuine, kind, and really makes things easy to learn. Very specific in what she wants, and as long as you give it to her, you'll get 100% on everything! Bottom line: TAKE HER IMMEDIATELY!

Get ready to read
Hilarious
Caring
5.0
3.0
ENG101
Grade: A+
Jun 17, 2017
Would take again

I really enjoyed Ms. Sim's English class. You will get an A if you participate fully in every discussion and give your full effort in the essays you write.

Gives good feedback
Clear grading criteria
5.0
1.0
ENGL256
Grade: A+
Aug 17, 2017
Would take again

Best English teacher by far. Her creative writing online class has inspired me to become a better writer. She doesn't grade for the quality of work, but the quality of creativity. Definitely take this class!

Gives good feedback
Respected
Inspirational
5.0
2.0
ENGLISH236
Grade: A+
Aug 22, 2017
Would take again

Ms. Sims' class was extremely enjoyable. She was always very friendly and made all her assignments fun throughout the quarter for creative writing. She was very enthusiastic about the subject and gave helpful advice in places that needed improvement. I wouldn't say exactly an "easy A," however this class wasn't difficult almost at all.

Gives good feedback
Participation matters
Caring
5.0
2.0
ENGL180
Grade: A
Aug 26, 2017
Would take again

Easy to get a good grade if you work for it. She has you write a lot of papers, but she's available for help and will give the occasional extension for you if something comes up. Very organized with what is due when and gives you enough time to complete assignments. Caring and funny.

LOTS OF HOMEWORK
SO MANY PAPERS
Caring
5.0
3.0
ENG236
Grade: A+
Oct 21, 2017
Would take again

This class was amazing. I learned so much about writing and loved the peer review workshops. We wrote poems and a short story througout the quarter and I loved flexing my creative muscles. As long as you make a sincere effort in this class, and meet the deadlines, you will do great.

Gives good feedback
Get ready to read
Participation matters
5.0
2.0
ENG150
Grade: A+
Sep 20, 2018
Would take again

One of the best English professors out their. Her womens in literature class is inspiring and you learn so much from her as a person and about how societys have functioned. If you ever get the chance to take her class, give it a chance. Though you can never get away from the papers you have to write, its worth it.

Respected
Inspirational
Caring
5.0
2.0
ENG101
Grade: A+
Oct 26, 2018
Would take again

I love Professor Sims. She doesn't give too much homework and the prompts for the essays are easy. She also grades the papers really easily.

Gives good feedback
Respected
SO MANY PAPERS
5.0
3.0
ENG101
Grade: A
Nov 9, 2018
Would take again

I was never a fan of language arts but I enjoyed ever time I got to go to her class. 100% recommend Professor Sims !

Respected
Hilarious
Amazing lectures
5.0
1.0
ENG101
Grade: A+
Dec 6, 2018
Would take again

I despise English, but after taking Sims, she graded easily and would give my essays I did an hour 100s, she was one of the best teachers Ive had at green river and she Gives lots of extra credit. She cares about her students and remembers them years later. If you have the privilege of taking her class. Good job.

Gives good feedback
Caring
EXTRA CREDIT
5.0
2.0
ENG101
Grade: A+
Dec 11, 2018
Would take again

Marcie is great. English 101 online was an easy class with only a few essays and some reading and questions. Instructions were clear and there was plenty of time to complete assignments. Easy A

Gives good feedback
Clear grading criteria
EXTRA CREDIT
5.0
3.0
ENG220
Grade: A
Dec 14, 2018
Would take again

Intro to Shakespeare/ENG101- Ms. Sims is an excellent teacher. You are graded on attendance, but not enough for it to weigh down your grade. Expect a lot of homework-- this is a 10 credit class(2 hours). Group projects, often along with oral presentations spread throughout the quarter. Will make arrangement as long as you let her know before hand!

Clear grading criteria
EXTRA CREDIT
GROUP PROJECTS
5.0
2.0
ENG101
Grade: A
Dec 14, 2018
Would take again

Ms. Sims is by far the most passionate teacher I've ever had. She shows a genuine passion for not only English, but also for society. She encourages students to think about things they've never considered before and is a very easygoing professor. She appreciates any effort from students and is very accommodating to each students' needs.

Inspirational
Caring
EXTRA CREDIT
4.0
3.0
ENG126
Grade: A
Dec 15, 2018
Would take again

I got by just reading the poems/short stories and not the chapters. First 5 weeks we had a weekly assignement that took a bit of time but wasnt too hard. After that we started working on the final 7+ page paper and every part of it was reviewed by classmates in discussions before turning it in. Fair grader and offers examples of the assignments

Gives good feedback
LOTS OF HOMEWORK
Clear grading criteria
5.0
3.0
ENG101
Grade: A
Dec 16, 2018
Would take again

She's an amazing professor. She knows how to set up her students for success. Her advice is so helpful and unique. I never felt comfortable asking a teacher for help until I met her. She makes her material so easy to learn and she makes essays so fun to write. I definitely recommend taking her classes.

Get ready to read
Hilarious
Caring
5.0
1.0
ENG101
Grade: A+
Jan 2, 2019
Would take again

Great teacher!!!!!!!!!

Gives good feedback
Clear grading criteria
EXTRA CREDIT
5.0
4.0
ENG101
Grade: A
Feb 19, 2019
Would take again

Mrs Sims is a great professor. If you follow her syllabus and submit assignments on time, you can easily get A. She is not a tough grader. I enjoyed her online class Eng $101. I learned a lot.

Gives good feedback
Inspirational
Caring
5.0
2.0
ENG126
Grade: A
Mar 21, 2019
Would take again

This class was really easy. She is an easy grader for all of the essay. There 3 small essay and one final. There was a presentation for our finals. Overall good teaching styles and there were lots of reading and discussion on poems and stories. There were lots of homework to do about the readings. Lots of partner works too.

Gives good feedback
Lots of homework
Group projects
5.0
2.0
ENG101
Grade: A+
Apr 2, 2019
Would take again

The most caring teacher!! She truly is such a sweetheart, and the class is very easy.

Participation matters
Caring
5.0
2.0
ENG220101
Grade: A
Apr 4, 2019
Would take again

Great professor, quality content, and very helpful criticism. Would love to take another class with Ms. Sims.

Respected
Inspirational
Caring
4.0
2.0
HUM160
Grade: A
Jun 3, 2019
Would take again

Attendance isn't graded or necessarily mandatory but there were a lot of in class discussions and stuff to turn in on paper so it's better to just show up. Shes an easy grader in this class as long as you meet the requirements of the assignment. All the readings are provided and easy to understand. All the topics are very interesting.

Gives good feedback
Lots of homework
Inspirational
4.0
1.0
ENGL126
Grade: B
Jun 8, 2019
Would take again

Lots of discussions and online responses due weekly. 7+ page final paper and you need to have the minimun 7 pages. She does provide a lot of examples and information for the assignments and that was always helpful.

Lots of homework
Participation matters
Clear grading criteria
5.0
4.0
ENGL101
Grade: A+
Sep 28, 2019
Would take again

Ms. Sims is wonderful teacher who loves her students and makes you want to show up every day. She is helpful, receptive, and a great communicator. I would highly recommend her to anyone and everyone.

Gives good feedback
Participation matters
Caring
4.0
3.0
ENG126
Grade: A
Oct 10, 2019
Would take again

I took English 126 online over the summer. This class involved a weekly short essay based on the readings. The final essay was an elaboration on one of the shorter essays. She is picky when it comes to MLA formatting. I suggest doing this class in person, it may be more fun. Don't procrastinate and follow instructions, and it will be an easy A.

Lots of homework
Get ready to read
So many papers
5.0
2.0
ENG101
Grade: A
Feb 22, 2020
Would take again

Best professor. Grades easy so you will do well. Loved this class. Although there were a lot of papers to write they were fairly easy. Best professor. DEF TAKE THIS PROFESSOR FOR ONLINE CLASS. ENG 101

Gives good feedback
Respected
So many papers
5.0
1.0
ENG115
Grade: A
Mar 27, 2020
Would take again

Very easy grader and extremely kind. Skipped class but she was lenient and still allowed me to turn in work. The workload is light and she gives detailed feedback that allows you to improve.

Gives good feedback
Respected
Caring
5.0
1.0
ENG126
Jun 17, 2020
Would take again

One of my favorite English profs that I have ever had! She is so sweet and lenient. Her grading was really easy, but if there were obvious errors then she would comment. There is a lot of reading and assignments with peer review which was really helpful for the final paper!

Gives good feedback
Lots of homework
Get ready to read
5.0
2.0
ENGL126
Grade: A
Jun 22, 2020
Would take again

Sims' ENGL126 was completely online, and she assigned daily readings, a discussion/reply, and a weekly essay. She gives you the exact layout/example and steps on how to analyze literature making it really easy and simple for you to follow. Sims is a concept based grader, she's easy to reach and a very kind teacher. I highly recommend!

Gives good feedback
Respected
Get ready to read
5.0
3.0
ENG127
Grade: A+
Aug 16, 2020
Would take again

Professor Sims is incredible! Her assignments are clear and include specific instruction. She is easy to reach outside of class and is always respectful and nice in her messages. You can tell she really wants all of her students to be happy with their grade. For me, following the directions ask rubric resulted in 100% on every assignment. :)

Gives good feedback
Respected
Accessible outside class
5.0
3.0
ENG126
Grade: A
Nov 16, 2020
Would take again

I took a joint course with Johanson/Sims, ENG126 was combined with Phil 236 and it's my favorite class I've EVER had. It had me thinking outside the box and they were so understanding and gave the best feedback. Grades were good as long as you tried, especially since this class has to do with POV. Very kind, very approachable, helps to think bigger

Gives good feedback
Get ready to read
Inspirational
5.0
2.0
ENG101
Grade: A
Nov 23, 2020
Would take again

Great teacher and a fun class. There is an ok amount of homework, but it is not hard. She is good at explaining and helping you out if you are stuck. The best English class I have taken.

Gives good feedback
Respected
Lots of homework
5.0
2.0
ENG101
Grade: A
Oct 26, 2021
Would take again

SHAKESPEARE THEMED: She is a amazing instructor for when we write essays she gives feedback that will help you for the next essay. Currently in her class she likes to make the class feel relaxed. Lots of reading but you discuss the play's in class.

Gives good feedback
Respected
Get ready to read
5.0
4.0
ENG101
Grade: A+
Dec 15, 2021
Would take again

She's a great professor and very understanding. She extended so many deadlines for me and excused me out of classes when sick. The only thing is, you do have to put in a lot of effort, there are many assignments and papers but everything is done step by step. If you actually want to learn, put in effort and acquire new skills, definitely take her!

Lots of homework
Participation matters
Clear grading criteria
5.0
1.0
ENG236
Mar 22, 2022
Would take again

Sims was a really good teacher. She gave grace when you got in assignments late and overall the class was pretty easy. The only extensive amount of work you have to do is your short story workshop, which is pretty fun to do if you enjoy writing. I would recommend to choose this teacher.

Participation matters
Caring
5.0
2.0
ENG236
Grade: A-
Apr 4, 2022
Would take again

I quite enjoyed this class, it taught me a lot about writing and introduced me to the world of poetry. There's lots of discussions and opportunities to share your writing in this class but it can be a bit redundant and tedious towards the end of the quarter. Ms. Sims is really nice and supportive overall.

Participation matters
Gives good feedback
Caring
5.0
2.0
ENG126
Grade: A
Jun 17, 2022
Would take again

Very generous grader. As long as you keep up with the assignments each week and turn in work on time, you can easily get an A. I had a good experience overall in the class.

Clear grading criteria
Lots of homework
Caring
5.0
2.0
ENG236
Grade: Not sure yet
Jul 19, 2022
Would take again

She's a kind professor! If you're late with an assignment she will subtly remind you about it once, and as long as you do the work every week you should get an A, she's a kind grader and gives good feedback. The weekly work isn't difficult at all, just writing and occasionally poetry which is fun.

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Participation matters
Online Savvy
5.0
1.0
ENG220101
Grade: A+
Dec 1, 2022
Would take again

Professor Sims is a great teacher! Very understanding and cares a lot about her students. The work can be a lot at times, but she is understanding if your workload is too much and works with you. As long as you do your work, it's an easy A. Definitely recommend taking her class!

Clear grading criteria
Gives good feedback
Caring
5.0
1.0
ENG220101
Grade: A+
Dec 1, 2022
Would take again

Choosing Professor Sims' class was the best decision I've ever made. Not only was she very nice but she was genuinely understanding. There are LOTS and I mean it by LOTS of writing and typing, so I advise you to take this class seriously and use all your resources to excel in it. Maintaining an A isn't hard as long as you do your part in it.

Participation matters
Amazing lectures
Respected
5.0
1.0
ENG127
Grade: A+
Mar 23, 2023
Would take again

The professor is very kind and understanding about late work or other circumstances. Getting a 4.0 is very easy, you just have to turn in the assignments on time and follow the timeline she gives you. Make sure to attend the classes because you have to work with other students for participation.

Participation matters
Group projects
Clear grading criteria
5.0
2.0
ENG126
Grade: A
Apr 17, 2023
Would take again

The only thing annoying is the peer review of your essays since your peers are all of those running start students and house wives.(No disprespect but the better option is the professor give advice herself rather than pass to peers)The grading is good and you will get an easy A by submitting your assignment on time. Highly recommended.

Inspirational
Hilarious
Caring
5.0
2.0
ENGL264
Grade: A
Apr 17, 2023
Would take again

Overall an easy A for the course. The script reading may be a bit harder but definitely learn things from the course with both the contents itself and a scratch of film analysis.

Gives good feedback
Inspirational
Caring
5.0
2.0
ENG126
Grade: A
May 8, 2023
Would take again

Professor Sims has been an amazing teacher and definitely one of my favorites. She wanted her students to learn and was a fun teacher. If you do the assignments and participate in the discussions you will do well in this class.

Participation matters
Clear grading criteria
Caring
5.0
2.0
ENG126
Grade: A
May 12, 2023
Would take again

Professor Sims was great! There are no lectures but there are daily homework assignments and online discussion boards. The assignments took about 30-60 minutes daily and are pretty easy. She is a very nice grader, and as long as you put the effort in and follow the directions, you can end up with 100% in the class. Highly recommend taking her!

Participation matters
Gives good feedback
Lots of homework
5.0
2.0
ENG126
Grade: A
Jun 8, 2023
Would take again

Overall, this class is pretty easy if you do the work. She is a generous grader and almost always awards full points. The only annoying thing is all the peer feedback on discussions, which is almost every one. There is homework everyday, lots of reading and writing but if you do the work you will get an A.

Clear grading criteria
Lots of homework
5.0
2.0
ENG101
Grade: A
Sep 26, 2023
Would take again

Took ENGL& 101 + ENGL& 220, and online ENG126 with this professor. Would definitely take this prof again. Incredibly kind, caring, and understanding. Easy to reach outside of class. Generous grader, and gives reasonable (if not plenty) amounts of time for assignments, essays, etc. Instructions are clear and specific.

Clear grading criteria
Caring
Accessible outside class
5.0
2.0
ENGL126
Grade: A-
Nov 17, 2023
Would take again

The teacher is great, and the class is pretty simple overall. For the first 6-7 weeks you read 1-2 stories a week and you summarize them and connect them to one another, which you will use for a essay for the last month of class. But overall she has a clear criteria and has a few extra credit assignments.

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Clear grading criteria
5.0
2.0
ENGL126
Grade: A-
Nov 17, 2023
Would take again

Very nice and quick responder to emails. In terms of coursework you read 1-2 stories a week where you summarize and connect them for the first 7 weeks and you work on a essay for the last month a class regarding those stories. But overall easy and she is a easy grader.

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Clear grading criteria
5.0
1.0
ENGL126
Grade: Rather not say
Nov 28, 2023
Would take again

Most understanding, forgiving professor I've ever had. Late assignments still graded with full credit, the readings are always easy and interesting, the final paper is done over the span of a few weeks with a lot of peer reviewing. Super easy. 100% recommend you take this class, I wish I needed more English credits.

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Caring
Respected
5.0
1.0
ENGL126
Grade: A+
Dec 4, 2023
Would take again

Probably one of the most enjoyable classes where she is a very easy grader. For the first 7 weeks you just analyze short articles and do a 1-2 discussions a week but very simple and easy, but for the remaining weeks you focus on a essay which was pretty simple. Also gives few extra credit assignments.

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Clear grading criteria
5.0
1.0
ENG126
Grade: A
Dec 8, 2023
Would take again

Literally the chillest grader ever. She's so nice and sweet. For the first half of your course all you do is read like two 2-3 page readings each week and then answer a few questions about them, they're pretty easy. Second half, you write a seven page paper. Also very easy as the way she makes you go through it makes the process easier.

5.0
2.0
ENG126
Grade: A
Feb 6, 2024
Would take again

Prof. Sims is the sweetest professor. English is my favorite subject, and Prof. Sims genuinely makes it so much fun. I've already taken 2 of her classes, and I plan on taking more! There is a bit of reading material, but nothing I can't manage. Also 2-4 assignments a week, but usally 1 or 2 of those are just a discussion. Highly reccomend!

Clear grading criteria
Caring
Online Savvy
5.0
2.0
ENG101
Grade: A
Feb 22, 2024
Would take again

Prof sims is such a great Professor! I took her joint ENGL101 and ENGL220 class and currently taking ENGL126! There are assignments everyday but they aren't really hard if you pay attention and they only help you for essays after each play. She's really good at explaining techniques and she's always down to help especially looking for sources!!!!

Amazing lectures
Clear grading criteria
Caring
5.0
1.0
ENGL180
Grade: Rather not say
Mar 14, 2024
Would take again

TAKE HER FOR AN EASY 4.0!!

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Group projects
Caring
5.0
1.0
ENG101
Grade: A
Mar 20, 2024
Would take again

I loved having Marcie Sims as my professor, in the fall. I get warm feelings thinking of being in her classroom. I struggled with anxiety/procrastinating deadlines, & she gave me grace. I felt so seen by her because she knew I was a very hardworking, I just needed more support - she believed in me & pushed me to become a more powerful writer.

Gives good feedback
Inspirational
Caring
4.0
1.0
ENGL180
Jun 15, 2024

I've taken a class with Prof. Sims, and she is really sweet, I would say the most caring professor in GRC. However, I have a little bit misunderstanding with her and to be honest, I really don't like the way she deal with it, as she just listen from a one-side and grade you right away. But in overall, it was a really fun and memorable class for me

Participation matters
Group projects
Caring
5.0
1.0
ENG236
Grade: A+
Aug 19, 2024
Would take again

Professor Sims was such an amazing teacher. I went out of my way just to make sure I took her class, because it filled up quick. Her assignments are super easy. A few poems you need to write, discussions and feedback, and final short story. One of the most fun classes I have ever taken. She is absolutely caring and a fair grader.

Participation matters
Gives good feedback
Caring
5.0
1.0
ENG236
Grade: A+
Oct 24, 2024
Would take again

Marcie is a great instructor online- always ready to help. The coursework is really light and easy to get through. Highly recommend.

Inspirational
Graded by few things
5.0
1.0
ENG126
Grade: A+
Nov 24, 2024
Would take again

She was very caring and sweet! You have to read a lot and also write a lot, but the assignments are mild in terms of difficulty! I think for class we had discussions, writing assignments, and reading material for the workload every week. I highly recommend her class!

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Inspirational
Caring
5.0
2.0
ENG220101
Grade: A+
Dec 2, 2024
Would take again

Ms. Sims is a really great professor. I took her English Composition class with her Shakespeare class. Together the classes do require a lot of time outside of class, but once you get a rhythm it is very manageable. Ms. Sims thoroughly explains her expectations for assignments and is very understanding about any conflicts for her students.

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Clear grading criteria
Gives good feedback
4.0
3.0
ENG101
Grade: B+
Dec 4, 2024
Would take again

Prof Sims is a great teacher. She's very nice and understanding. The class was okay, she did her best to have every engage with each other. I took her Shakespeare class, Be Ready to Write a 2-page paper every week. Overall her class isn't as challenging. She does check for AI-generated things so be careful with that.

Clear grading criteria
Gives good feedback
So many papers
5.0
2.0
ENG126
Grade: A
Dec 17, 2024
Would take again

Prof. Sims is an awesome teacher who makes English class fun. Assignments are manageable, and she's a generous grader. unstuck study helped me ace the essays. Highly recommend taking her class!

5.0
3.0
ENG101
Grade: A+
Mar 18, 2025
Would take again

I enjoyed her class. Took this course in summer so it was a lot but she is a really caring teacher who fosters a great learning environment. I think she enjoys teaching and wants you to succeed. Take her class!

Gives good feedback
Inspirational
Respected
5.0
2.0
183
Grade: A+
Mar 19, 2025
Would take again

Professor Sims was great! The class was online but super fun and even though there was a lot of excerpts to read they were well chosen and manageable. She was a flexible grader with effort and timeliness as the biggest factors in her grades. Definitely would recommend her!

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Participation matters
Group projects
5.0
1.0
ENG127
Grade: A+
Jun 12, 2025
Would take again

Only need to write one paper for the whole quarter. She graded very easily, just submit the assignment on time and follow the instruction to get full credits. She was very devoted and put effort in teaching her students, and she wanted all her students to get high grades in her class. Such a great professor

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Caring
5.0
1.0
ENGL180
Grade: A+
Jul 1, 2025
Would take again

Ms Marcie's class was really good, she took things slow and manageable for everybody. Her work load is quite manageable, her final exam is a presentation of the books used. Her class is really good class for an easy 4.0

Group projects
Graded by few things
5.0
1.0
ENG126
Grade: A+
Oct 28, 2025
Would take again

I took Professor Sims for ENG126 but I'm also currently taking her for ENGL&112. She is awesome! Fast grader which is wonderful for knowing how you're doing in the class. It's quite a few assignments but really it's just reading short stories & answering short questions so I wouldn't call her homework heavy or reading heavy. I would take her again.

Clear grading criteria
Gives good feedback
5.0
1.0
ENGL180
Grade: A
Dec 5, 2025
Would take again

Very nice professor and is understanding

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