2.8

Mary Louis

Government - Houston Community College (all campuses)

2.8
Quality
3.3
Difficulty
49%
Would Retake
122
Reviews
2.8
Quality
3.3
Difficulty
2.8
Helpful
2.8
Clarity

49%

Would Retake

122

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What Students Say

This professor is horrible

GOVT2306 - 1.0 rating

Please don't stress yourself with Mary Louis

GOVT2306 - 2.0 rating
Class Info

Online Classes

100%

Attendance Mandatory

67%

Textbook Required

27%

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95% confidence
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Grade Distribution
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Based on 67 reported grades
A: 15
B: 8
A+: 8
C: 7
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Get ready to read (17)
Tough grader (17)
Clear grading criteria (15)
Participation matters (10)
Lots of homework (9)
EXTRA CREDIT (8)
Test heavy (8)
LOTS OF HOMEWORK (5)
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Reviews (122)
4.0
2.0
GOVT2302
Dec 9, 2003

She's a good teacher. Speaks really fast. But very knowledgeable. Tells you what's going to be on the exams. Study those and show up for class and you should be fine.

4.0
2.0
GOV2301
May 16, 2004

No Comments

5.0
1.0
GOV
Apr 13, 2005

This is the best Gov instructor ever. She talk fast, but she know her Gov backwards and fowards. If you fail a test, it is b/c you did not study, read or study the note, she gave in class. She make Gov very interesting.

2.0
3.0
GOVT2301
Aug 4, 2005

Not a difficult class, except for the fact that she spends most of the class talking about her trips to other countries. She gives you her notes for the class on the overhead, but she is quick to change between pages. Also, she spends a significant part of the day after the exam on insulting the intelligence of those students who did not pass.

5.0
3.0
GOVT23012302
Aug 10, 2005

The only problem I had w/ her was that she speaks really,really fast. However she is a great instructor.If you want to know about Gov't she knows her stuff. take her. lots of reading. she gives point, lots of free points& give ans. before the test if your listening.

1.0
3.0
BOYISHPLAIN
Grade: Not_Sure_Yet
Aug 12, 2005

very talkative about things that did not pretain to government, but when she talke about govt. she spoke very fast and did not like interuptions, very irritated by questions, she did not care about the students. Because was always putting us down.

2.0
3.0
GOV
Aug 15, 2005

i enjoyed the class, but the instructor talked too fast,did not like to be interrupted, and did not like to repeat herself. easily irritated and spent the majority of class time putting down and critizing the students.

5.0
1.0
GOVT2301
Jan 19, 2006

This teacher does spend time talking about herself but who cares. She gives you everything you should know for the test REPEATLY!! Who cares if she insults people who DIDN'T STUDY?! PS: you can bum a book off a friend, if you pay attention you don't need it!

5.0
1.0
GOVT2301
Dec 29, 2006

She is a very excellent teacher I just tokk this class last semester (fall 06) and you just need to really read and take notes.... and apply yourself and you shouldn't have a problem.Yes she does talk fast but .I still give her an A+ as for other hard teachers out there...Who don't care and who also loads you with torns of work.If you want to pass

5.0
2.0
GOVT2301
Nov 19, 2007

she's a good teacher, i took her in 2005, and i learned a lot, she knows her stuff, and she's quite funny...sometimes she gets off subject, but it's okay, the class is not boring at all, you will learn, just take notes, study, and you'll pass

5.0
1.0
GOVT2301
Jul 7, 2008

This is a very knowledgeable teacher that knows her stuff. she can get off subject at times but picks right back up on point. She talks fast, so attendence and paying attention is a must. She evens give you a pre-test study, so who can't pass. She is excellent.

5.0
1.0
GOVT2301
Aug 6, 2008

Ms. Louis is awesome! I took her for 2301 and mini-term 2302. She is a great teacher that loves politics! After taking her I decided to major in political science. She is easy if you pay attention. She gives you handouts and tells you what is going to be on the test! Great teacher at heart!

3.0
3.0
GOVT2301
Apr 19, 2009

Horrible online teacher. U are basically left to read 5-6 pretty long chapters @ a time then take a 21 question test and there are only 4. no extra credit no other assignments other than 1 paper. I would not recommend this teacher for DE. Please do not take her, class complains about tests and she doesn't even care.

1.0
5.0
GOVT2301
Apr 28, 2009

NO HELP AT ALL in preparing you for tests except for notes that are 80% useless, and questions tested aren't even in your notes or the book. Only 4 MAJOR grades, 3 exams and a 5 pg paper that you have to study your butt off in order to get an A in the class. There is no chance for you to improve you grade except ace the exams. DONT TAKE DE course

2.0
5.0
GOVT2301
May 6, 2009

I usually enjoy taking online classes because it is at your own pace. However, this teacher does not care at all about your problems and work must be done regardless of what questions you might have. Tests questions given were no where in the book...total waste of reading material and a waste of my time. Take another teacher...for your sake.

5.0
2.0
GOV2301
May 13, 2009

If you study your notes and read the class is a breeze!!

1.0
5.0
GOVT2301
May 13, 2009

The WORST online professor on the face of this planet. Does not care about the students, computer illiterate, and tests have questions that are not in the book or your notes. If you want to fail with flying colors then take this class at your own risk. Im a diligent, studious A+ student, and I barely passed this class with a C. DONT TAKE HER.

5.0
2.0
GOVT2301
Dec 11, 2009

She is actually very sweet. The class is tough because there are not a lot of grades. She gives great lecture notes and test reviews also. I don't understand the bad reviews. The term paper is laid out very clear also. She is always willing to help or answer questions and answers emails right away. You do have to read the book, but I recommend her.

2.0
4.0
GOV2302
May 9, 2010

She is a nice teacher. However, there is no motivation to learn from her. WARNING: she is kind of crazy and She laughs every 5 SECONDS. I always fall asleep in her class. Nice but boring. You can't bring to hate her, but you can hate her class.

4.0
2.0
GOVT2301
Apr 8, 2010

She's a good teacher, but I've had better ones. The class is really easy as long as you read the chapters and go over the notes a day or two before the exam. Almost everyone in my class made low grades, but only because they didn't study. Sometimes she gives you hints of what will be on the exam in class. I enjoyed this course.

2.0
5.0
GOVT2301
May 26, 2010

Hated the DE class. Sent an email asking for help and she NEVER replied - tests are very hard and not enough time to complete them. My advice...take someone else

4.0
4.0
GOV0000
Jun 5, 2010

hate her class, but she laughed A LOT at random things, which made her class rather enjoyable, however i was more counting the times she laughed than the government she taught. She's a good teacher if you read every page of the book the class is very very much a book dependent class, if you like reading take her, if not, then keep looking.

5.0
3.0
GOVM2301
Jun 28, 2010

She is the funniest professor you could ever get. Her class is a mixture of fun but also serious studying. When it comes down to it, as long as you pay attention and study the notes she gives I'm pretty sure you can get an A. I'd recommend this class specifically because she has an awesome personality and makes the class interesting.

5.0
3.0
GOVT2302
Aug 3, 2010

She is an awesome teaching. I love how she means business but can show it in a jokingly way. But ive never seen her stressed out. she always seems to be happy. so that made the room positive. but she gives you the notes (practically the answers) for your exams, you must study the notes though. she makes A lOT of funny faces but im the same so she a

5.0
1.0
GOVT2302
Dec 16, 2010

Exams were comprehensive all the questions came from the textbook and weblinks. I took the course online. I would recomend taking this course to with Ms. Louis to everyone.

1.0
5.0
GOVT2301
Jan 14, 2011

Worst instructor I ever had, please do not take her. She laughs too much dont stay on point. Majority of the class always scored very low on her exam which says that something is wrong with her teaching. She will not curve the grade. DO NOT TAKE HER.

2.0
5.0
GOVT2301
Jun 6, 2011

Worst professor ever in HCC!!!!! She does not understand the message that you want to tell her and because of that she takes chances away from you to bust up your grades. She puts you to make assignments that she does not grade. DO NOT TAKE HER unless you want to spend your money and time!!!!! RUN AWAY FROM THIS CLASS!!!!!

1.0
5.0
BIOL2402
Jul 21, 2011

I cant stand this professor. She is a B*?ch for no reason. You cant ask her questions, or get help without her answering very sarcastically. After looking at all of the reviews, I dont know how she still has a job.

1.0
5.0
GOVT2301
Aug 20, 2011

All this teacher does is give her opinions but doesn't teach a single thing! Worst Teacher ever. I withdrew from her class because I wasn't learning a single thing. DON'T TAKE HER!

3.0
3.0
GOVT2301
Jan 2, 2012

took her online, 7 week term, was my first online class, must read both work AND the stuff she posts online is very helpful. Passed the class with a C though, because I work full time and was attending school full time as well. Final Exam is compilation of all previous exams, so helps boost your grade. she also gives extra points.

5.0
2.0
GOVT2302
Jan 9, 2012

Business

1.0
5.0
GOVT2301
Apr 2, 2012

Taking her Online course was the worst course I've ever taken online. The notes and the Learning Modules she tells us to study does not pertain to the exams. I understand a prof. wants to challenge a student but to go entirely off topic when testing us on information on the contrary of what she told us to study is not fair to the students.

5.0
2.0
GOVT2301
Apr 9, 2012

She's a really good teacher. Sure, she seems sort of out of it and crazy, but she loves government and loves teaching. LISTEN TO WHAT SHE SAYS IN CLASS. She'll subliminally give answers away sometimes. Or she'll even say "This is on the exam. This is the answer." People just fail to listen in class because it's boring.

1.0
4.0
GOVT2301
May 9, 2012

DE course, only four graded assignments, hard to recover if you flub one. Two tests, one paper and the final. Mostly reading material from text book the and some online materials. Not flexible if you cannot take the tests in the preset window. Average amount of time required when compared to other DE course.

5.0
4.0
GOVT2302
Jun 10, 2012

I took this class in the summer mini class. I worked hard for my grade I got an A. There were 4 test and a paper in a week class. The reviews do help some. The test were a bit challenging.

5.0
3.0
GOVT2302
Jul 9, 2012

You need to do the work, reviews are helpful but she is not that hard!I took her online for the summer mini term!

1.0
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GOV2302
Jun 23, 2012

please i beg of you do not take her! she is the worst gov teacher at hcc. her exams are extremely hard. she only grades 5 times which are 20% each so if you mess up one your pretty much screwed. this lady makes you hate governement instead of love it. pleases please please do not take her. all your time will be wasted!!!!!!!!! your going to flunk!

3.0
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GOVT2302
Dec 12, 2012

Took her online class. It was recommended by a friend, but it was hard. i suggest studying and writing the term paper ahead of time.

1.0
4.0
USGOVERNMENT
Apr 12, 2013

CAUTION: Mary does not test from material she presents, nor presented in the textbook. She uses questions based on inferred knowledge that is not taught, nor delivered in her material. A test of 50 questions, 15 - 20 come directly from the text, with over 50% of questions having no explicit answer to be found in the text, her guide or online.

1.0
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GOVT2301
Apr 12, 2013

BEWARE. Mary does not test from the textbook, study guide or material she presents. She tests based on her interpretation of the material, thus most answers cannot be directly tied to text, or other sources, rather only inferred from contextual information. As such, studying, practice, and effort does not translate to success.

1.0
5.0
GOVERMENT2301
Jun 9, 2013

She is terrible. I had took her for the summer mini session. I'm a straight A student & had to withdrawal b/c there was no submit button on the 1st exam and when I tried to explain it to her, she just brushed me off. She also doesn't know what she wants in the writing assignments & grades as if she is an English Prof. She shouldn't be teachin @ all

3.0
3.0
GOVT2302
May 31, 2013

The professor is not as hard as some make her out to be. I recently took her Govt 2302 Summer Mini course and the test were from the practice material and video links she provided. The test are 50 questions and all you need to do is take some time to study. Laziness won't help you in her course but she is not that hard. I made a B.

4.0
3.0
GOVT2302
Jul 10, 2013

She is a decent professor except when it comes to the papers. The need for writing about articles in the ways that she wants you to is more than its worth, but if you put some effort in it you should get a decent grade.

1.0
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GOVT2306
Mar 30, 2014

Please, please and please do not take her class, she will definitely mess up your GP. She is the worse lecturer. You will not pass.

1.0
5.0
GOVT2301
Aug 9, 2013

This class was absolutely horrible. Her instruction is COMPLETELY from her notes and interpretation of the course only. The book is never touched & even with thorough studying, the exams are difficult to pass. Her papers are only worse. She doesn't know what she wants in her essays, and it shows. I do NOT suggest taking this class.

2.0
4.0
GOV2306
Grade: B-
Apr 22, 2014

DO NOT TAKE THIS CLASS ONLINE. She requires that you write 3 page article reviews on articles that are less than a page. Also, she gives little to no feedback. I received this feedback the day before the 2nd paper was due. "spacing between paragraphs; no charts/graphs; grammar." With no time left, I had to guess what she meant. Useless teacher.

2.0
5.0
GOVT2306
Grade: C
Jul 3, 2014

Professor is unhelpful. The study guides are only a questions that don't direct you to the content of the test and test "reviews" show wrong answers but she doesn't explain why it's wrong or what is correct. 3 page reports with very high expectations and no feedback!

1.0
5.0
GOVT2306
Apr 23, 2014

It is wrong to say but I hated this class and professor she is no help at all if u do not want to teach why b a teacher.... u emai her and ask questions she responses back in a smart aleck way!!! U have to write 2 articles and they have 2 be 3 pages and a whole bunch of other stuff. U have 1 attempt on exams, no extra credit

3.0
3.0
GOVT2306
Dec 5, 2014

I had read these comments after I enrolled for her online class and was a bit afraid once I read them. However, the professor was NOT AT ALL as everyone portrayed her to be. I got 100%'s on all her papers and did well on her exams as well (I got B's and only because I did not study as much as I should have). I got an an A on the final though.

1.0
5.0
30339
Grade: F
Dec 14, 2014

Not helpful at all. I could not even go back to a pass test or quiz to review my wrong answers. Online courses are suppose to be less complicated than being in an actual class, and her test were very tricky. Her study guides were not helpful at all!!!

4.0
3.0
2305
Grade: A
Jan 25, 2015

I took online class in winter so it's intense with 2 papers and 3 exams. Be mindful to deadline. The tests (25 questions in 30 mins) are difficult since some questions do not come from note or textbook. Papers are easy, as long as you read the articles and give reasonable response. I got 100 for both.

4.0
3.0
GOVT
Grade: A
Apr 16, 2015

Excellent prof. Helps that she is hot.

1.0
5.0
ONLINE
Grade: D+
Mar 27, 2015

I took this class online and was very excited to start back up with my education. It was a disaster! This teacher wasn't of any help when I sent emails to her. She expects too much reading and the worst part is that even if you do read (as I did), the exams were not relevant to the text or her articles. Her expectations are not clear.

2.0
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GOVT2306
Apr 22, 2015

This lady is the most confusing Professor I have ever had. She didn't explain anything to us and if you ask her a question, all she ever replies with is "As Per The Syllabus." She is a paranoid person, who does not know how to communicate in person, or via email. She changes the class from a Hybrid to Web enhanced Class in the middle of the term.

2.0
5.0
GOVT2306
Sep 28, 2015

Please don't stress yourself with Mary Louis. You can study all you want and read the notes but the majority of the questions on the quiz will not be from the textbook nor notes. She is a jerk.

3.0
4.0
GOV2305
Grade: A-
Nov 15, 2015

She talks way too fast. I lose track of what she says after about 10 minutes watching her up there having a manic episode. Her tests ask questions that arent in the study guides or the book. You may think that you dont need the bookand everyone may tell you this, but you do. The book "Gateways to Democracy" flows really well&gives u gud undRstandin

4.0
1.0
GOVT2305
Grade: A
Nov 30, 2015

Great professor !! In love with her she can be feisty at times but she is very knowledgeable! Awesome class

1.0
4.0
GOV2306
Grade: C
Dec 8, 2015

Professor Mary Louis does not explain or provide clear instructions on the written assignments. Yes! There are 2 discussions or more and 2 other assignment you had to write. And to top it off the discussions are over 4-8 pages long. She also gives exams that were not in any study notes, handouts or text book. Be prepared to get a C or lower!!!

4.0
3.0
GOV2306
Grade: B+
Dec 11, 2015

s Louis is very nice, I took her class in person but you have to do everything online, has 3 or 4 tests which you take online they are timed but you can take each test twice and get the higher score. Her test questions are confusing/hard. I studied so much and still would get a 70 on each test. Idk of anyone that has passed her class with an A.

3.0
4.0
GOVT2305
Grade: C-
Dec 19, 2015

This professor is not difficult at all. She does talk very fast and it is hard to keep up with her lectures but she does give you all the essential information online. Her discussions arent hard at all. Her test are very hard but she does review over them before hand. I received a C in her class but i really didnt try very hard. Helps that shes HOT

4.0
4.0
GOVT2302
Grade: A
Jan 8, 2016

Taken for a winter mini-session and received an A. This was a very compressed session, as it requires two 800 word discussions, two assignments, and four exams all in 3 weeks. Be careful not to have ANY contractions in your writing assignments, as she deducts points off just for that. This was a difficult class - but definitely worth it to learn.

3.0
4.0
GOVT2305
Grade: A-
May 7, 2016

Not your run of the mill government class. Expect the tests to be in detail and full of tricky questions Good teacher nonetheless and does follow the syllabus to a T. totally funny though and good attitude.

5.0
1.0
GOVT2305
Grade: B
May 10, 2016

I find it extremely comical and sad that anyone failed a class that only met once a week. The other portion was on-line attendance requirement was easy just log in and the assignments were simple no extensive typing was require. Professor Louis is a outstanding instructor, I highly recommend her, I really enjoyed her course. Sean Jeter

5.0
1.0
GOVT2302
Grade: A
May 11, 2016

I enjoyed the class. I seen a few reviews and did not understand why they would say negative things till I found out that they do not listen or read instructions. One of my favorite professors, just wish I took a full class instead of a hybrid class.

5.0
3.0
GOVT2306
May 12, 2016

Her Syllabus explains everything thoroughly. Just make sure you pay close attention to dates. Her tests do not go hand in hand with the study questions she give you. I learned a lot from her discussions. She requires that you answer every question for her discussion questions and explain thoroughly. Overall she was ok but easy.

2.0
5.0
GOV2306
Grade: A
Aug 9, 2016
Wouldn't take again

This class is probably the most ridiculous class I have ever taken in college. Her tests are 25 questions in 25 mins. EVERY teacher knows that humans need about 2 mins per question. This professor didn't get that memo unfortunately. By God's grace I got an A, but I definitely wouldn't bank on an A in this class.

1.0
4.0
2305GOVT
Grade: D+
Apr 24, 2017
Wouldn't take again

Too much information in test. 25 questions in 30 minutes

LOTS OF HOMEWORK
SO MANY PAPERS
1.0
1.0
GOVT2305
Grade: B+
Aug 10, 2016
Wouldn't take again

Spread the rumor to your friends and family not to take Mary Louis as your instructor for Govt. 2035 or Govt. 2306. The class is a pain in the ass and she will fail you!!! 30 minutes for 25 questions for every exam is horrible. And none of the material comes from the notes or textbook. Class Discussions are 600 words or more.

5.0
4.0
GOVT2305
Grade: B
May 11, 2017
Would take again

Easy A. The syllabus is given at the beginning with all the dates for reading assignments and exam. Only reason i got a B is because i missed the first 3 assignments which was my fault. Its self paced and no reason you should fail. 2 major assignments, 4 exams (timed w/2 tries) and 17 chapter reading assignment activities that are self paced.

Get ready to read
Participation matters
Clear grading criteria
5.0
2.0
GOVT2305
Grade: B
Jun 2, 2017
Would take again

The best GOVT2305 ever, she is very funny, and she knows what she is talking. I would recommend her to anyone. The best.

Hilarious
Amazing lectures
EXTRA CREDIT
3.0
3.0
GOVT2305
Grade: A
Jul 31, 2017
Would take again

good teacher. really enjoyed class. Allowed students to have 2 chances to take tests. Not a very strict grader. Gave few extra credit though many students complained about not being able to attend so she stopped them. Believes all students should receive equal opportunities no favoritism. Not very good discussions. Gave free textbooks!!

Skip class? You won't pass.
LOTS OF HOMEWORK
Clear grading criteria
5.0
3.0
GOVT23012302
Grade: A+
Oct 20, 2017
Would take again

I love her online class! The textbook is free, and two attempts per exam. If you study and keep up with your assignments, you will be successful. All of the questions in the exam are from the Textbook. Read her syllabus to know her class expectation and what you can expect from her class. I personally liked both of her online class.

Clear grading criteria
Amazing lectures
4.0
3.0
GOVT2305
Grade: A
Jun 2, 2018
Would take again

I took this professor for a 4-week class. This class was difficult, since we had a short period to complete it so that was expected. If you read and understand then you will do fine. You will take 3 tests, 2 discussions, and 1 final. For all test, you will have 2 attempts and she will use the highest grade.

Get ready to read
LOTS OF HOMEWORK
Clear grading criteria
1.0
5.0
GOVT2306
Jun 8, 2018
Wouldn't take again

This professor is horrible. I mean terrible. I'd advise all to avoid her class. Bruh, class started on 06/06, 3 assignments due on 06/07 by 8pm, exam on 6/08 by 8pm. I did my assignment on time and cut myself off from outside life to receive a 0 out of 100 on all 3 assignments and there's no dashboard to communicate. I hate dropping but I have to.

4.0
2.0
GOV2306
Grade: A+
Aug 10, 2018
Would take again

I took this prof online and did all my work. I was off by a few point from an A and she just gave me the A. Her class is so easy online. All you have to do is just do all the work. Great class and easy A!!!

Participation matters
Caring
EXTRA CREDIT
1.0
4.0
GOV2306
Grade: B-
Aug 6, 2018
Wouldn't take again

Please Do not take this class. The professor gives 4 chapters a week and they have deadlines that are close to each other, not sufficient time to study. There are many homework assignments worth 20% and 4 test including a final worth 60%, and also 2 graded discussions she is a tough grader, the discussions 20%. It is impossible to make an A.

Tough Grader
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LOTS OF HOMEWORK
4.0
1.0
GOV2306
Grade: A
Dec 9, 2018
Would take again

ML gives very clear expectations. Follow them, get full credit. It was interesting that she took off points for using contractions on a post even through all of the articles read which were used to form our response had contractions. This class is an easy A if you do the work. HW is awesome because it takes you exactly to where the answer is.

Tough Grader
Get ready to read
5.0
1.0
GOVT2305
Grade: B
Apr 8, 2019
Would take again

I took federal government online with her (8 weeks). it was an easy class; she gave us 4 exams with two opportunities for each one (30 minutes and 25 questions), two assignments, two discussions, and 2 quizzes each week ( 10 minutes and 5 questions). the 4 exams and quizzes were multiple choice; it's easy A guys and difficult thing is discussions.

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Graded by few things
EXTRA CREDIT
5.0
2.0
GOV2306
Grade: A
Dec 17, 2018
Would take again

Took this class online and it was very fast paced. Reading is measured with an online textbook and is pretty much required to pass the class. All quizzes and tests are reworded questions from the readings. Very straight forward and easy if you put in the work. Two attempts on every test and two 600-word discussions.

Get ready to read
LOTS OF HOMEWORK
Clear grading criteria
4.0
3.0
GOV2306
Grade: C
May 8, 2019
Would take again

I have taken this professor twice online & loved the way she laid out the class. She has very strict due dates so just stay on top of those and you should pass with an easy A as long as you do all the work. I did forget and exam & she was kind enough to let me make it up & I missed it again but appreciated her caring about my grade! she is awesome

Respected
Participation matters
Caring
4.0
3.0
GOVT2305
Grade: A
May 30, 2019
Would take again

Plenty of extra credit opportunities. A lot of reading.

Clear grading criteria
Caring
EXTRA CREDIT
1.0
5.0
GOVT2301
Grade: B
May 12, 2019
Wouldn't take again

she is very strict with due dates. even if you have valid proof as to why you missed a deadline, she does not care and will still give you a zero. she doesnt allow make-ups so dont miss any assignment or test whatsoever because she is not afraid of handing out zeros. she is no help to the students and doesnt give good instructions. very unclear

Lots of homework
Get ready to read
Tough grader
4.0
2.0
GOVT2306
Grade: A+
May 30, 2019
Would take again

Plenty of extra credit opportunities. Relaxed and easy going teacher.

Lots of homework
Clear grading criteria
EXTRA CREDIT
3.0
1.0
GOV2306
Grade: A
Aug 14, 2019
Would take again

The homework itself is easy even though theres a lot. Just pay attention to due dates. Also quizlet has basically all the answers. Final and tests are online and not in lockdown browser. Easy A. The assignments that she grades can be biased however if your opinion doesnt match hers. She gave me a B on a writing assignment that shouldve been an A

Lots of homework
Participation matters
Tough grader
4.0
4.0
GOV2301
Grade: B+
Jul 2, 2019
Would take again

Instructor paved the way for you to succeed in the course by clearly telling you what you needed to do to pass. She was very good about reminding you what needed to be done every week with a weekly Monday announcement. I took the online course and I really liked how the tools I needed to pass were all outlined in the syllabus.

Accessible outside class
Get ready to read
Test heavy
3.0
3.0
GOVT2305
Grade: C+
Dec 13, 2019
Would take again

Hybrid class PROS: friendly, no lock down browser required, sends weekly reminders, clear grading structure, will excuse absences, doesnt mind if youre late, Hybrid so all quizzes/exams are online, free e-book, CONS: DOESNT ALLOW MAKEUP, no extra credit, ALL assignments due at 8PM, quizlet is of NO help, get ready to google ALOT or read,

Test heavy
Clear grading criteria
Caring
3.0
3.0
GOVT2301
Dec 13, 2019
Would take again

Took her for online government. There are 4 chapters lots of reading and several quizzes that take up to 2hrs but u always get 100. These only make 5% of the grade. 3 exams (online) and a final. Exams are not hard if you actually read all of the lectures.

Lecture heavy
3.0
3.0
GOV2306
Jan 7, 2020
Wouldn't take again

Ms. Louis is a good teacher. I just want to say that the test questions are not very good but Ms. Louis did inform me that she is working on improving them for us. :-)

1.0
4.0
GOV2306
Grade: Not sure yet
Apr 17, 2020
Wouldn't take again

My only class out of 5 for the semester that did not adjust to this ongoing, world-wide pandemic. I let her know my work schedule was not consistent due to the virus, and my internet connection was terrible and I was not able to do my work because everyone in my area is home. Work is also due by 8 and not midnight, and assignments almost every day.

Lots of homework
Tough grader
1.0
5.0
GOV2301
Jun 21, 2020
Wouldn't take again

The level of difficulty should be 1 but this professor has impossible expectations. I received a 100 on every module, but debatable discussions etc. that are graded by her were given a 70. I followed the rubric step by step to ensure points were not deducted. Either she didn't agree/like my viewpoint or she just didn't actually read it.

Tough grader
1.0
5.0
GOV2306
Grade: Drop/Withdrawal
Aug 5, 2020
Wouldn't take again

She demands contacting via Canvas, which no other professor in HCC does. I tried emailing her for problems with the platform but she "stated on the syllabus to contact her through canvas" and that was enough to drop me without giving me even a chance to start the course. Dont risk your time or your money.

5.0
1.0
GOV2306
Grade: A
Aug 15, 2020
Would take again

Very good professor. Assignments throughout the semester will not be difficult. Discussions are also very close to current affairs. So you can pass them easily. Choose her and you will succeed!

Gives good feedback
Clear grading criteria
EXTRA CREDIT
5.0
2.0
GOVT2306
Grade: A+
Aug 21, 2020
Would take again

I'm not sure why professor Louis has bad reviews. I took Govt 2305 and 2306 with her! She makes everything clear since the start of class and uses connect. The connect homework is lengthy but you will always get a 100%. The exams are easy if you do homework! The only thing that you have to work extra hard for is the 2 discussion posts. Take her!

Respected
Lots of homework
Clear grading criteria
5.0
3.0
GOVT2302
Grade: A+
Aug 28, 2020
Would take again

Lots of reading but the Connect portal made it pretty accessible. The portal asks you if you want to read first or try the questions first, and if you get the question wrong, it provides you with a link to the specific part of the online book with the relevant info. She also let me makeup a discussion question.

Gives good feedback
Get ready to read
EXTRA CREDIT
4.0
2.0
GOVT2306
Grade: B+
Oct 19, 2020
Would take again

Syllabus is very clear, keep up with each weeks modules, quizzes are fairly easy, exams come from the quizzes and chapters, most of the questions can be found on quizlet. Fair grader, would recommend. I took the 8wk class and worked ahead finished all of the assignments in half the time.

Clear grading criteria
1.0
4.0
GOV2306
Oct 28, 2020
Wouldn't take again

She has a deadline at 8pm instead of 11:59 pm like everyone else. She also doesn't explain assignments well. So far we've wasted about 3 classes for one assignment. There's a trivia that we had to cite. Who does a trivia with citation?

2.0
4.0
GOV2306
Grade: C+
Jan 20, 2021
Wouldn't take again

Federal govt Pros: Free txbook, hw& exams (2attempts each) are easy, found on quizlet. Cons: Not enough time given on quizzes & exams even if u use quizlet, hw takes hours to complete. 4 writing assignments 500 word each, & graded harshly Going to class is pretty useless, login in daily. No extra cred or makeups. 3 pts from a B. Avoid her class.

Get ready to read
Tough grader
3.0
4.0
GOV2306
Grade: A+
Nov 19, 2020
Wouldn't take again

Soo... Im an 4.0 student, here's my take: Pros: homework and exams (2 tries each) are easy, found on quizlet. she gives many reminders abt deadlines. Cons: even if u use quizlet, hw takes hours to complete. Four writing assignments that are 500 word, and graded harshly Going to class is pretty useless, but still mandatory. no extra cred or makeups

Lots of homework
Participation matters
Skip class? You won't pass.
1.0
4.0
GOV2306
Grade: Not sure yet
Apr 11, 2021
Wouldn't take again

She's a tough grader, which is bad enough considering she doesn't teach class online. It's basically do it yourself. The deadline is at 10 instead of 11:59pm like the other classes. She's very strict about turning assignments in on time even if you have valid excuse as to why you couldn't turn it in. If you take this class, be prepared.

Get ready to read
Clear grading criteria
Tough grader
1.0
3.0
GOVT2305
Grade: A-
Apr 19, 2021
Wouldn't take again

She grades weirdly and words her questions/directions weirdly because she doesn't proof read. Also, she wants us to cite our sources but will give us a 0 on the assignments/discussion posts if we quote from them like what??? She expects you to do your own research in addition to the chapter reading for the test so you'll see q's you wont understand

1.0
2.0
GOVT2305
Grade: Incomplete
Apr 19, 2021
Wouldn't take again

This class is an easy A but the issue is she grades your free response answers on the quizzes, tests, the 2 assignments, and 2 discussion posts with impossible expectations. She says not to plagiarize but then she COPY AND PASTES questions and its answers from the FREE ONLY TEXTBOOK (openstax - American Government 2e). PS who cites for a trivia????

3.0
3.0
GOVT2306
Grade: A-
Apr 20, 2021
Wouldn't take again

Honestly an alright instructor. She says in her syllabus that there is a no late policy and that everything is due at 10:00. A tough grader but if you listen to instructions you'll get a good grade. Most people ranting here are just lazy and didn't get a grade they want

Tough grader
5.0
2.0
GOV2306
Grade: A+
Aug 15, 2021
Would take again

Easy A. All you have to do is read the lectures, take the easy quizzes & exams (2attempts each/on quizlet)and submit assignments by the due dates. Only students that are not willing to put the effort rate this professor bad. There is no actual lecture which I like, but, replies to emails, answers all questions and is lenient if you talk to her.

Gives good feedback
Participation matters
Clear grading criteria
1.0
3.0
GOVT2306
Grade: Not sure yet
Apr 20, 2021
Wouldn't take again

She doesnt even teach at all. I paid 500 bucks for her to literally send out an article with a discussion and some puny quizzes. Then she gives you a bad grade because she doesnt agree on your opinion. Horrible professor and doesnt accept any late work even if you have a legit excuse. She sets her deadline at 10:00 at night. AVOID MARY LOUIS

3.0
3.0
GOV2306
Grade: C
Dec 6, 2021
Would take again

She is a tough grader but she isn't a bad professor. She has everything laid out well and honestly you can pass this class with minimal effort. I got a C because I didn't do the 1 grader assignment that's worth 15%. With that being said she does not allow makeups which she states in the syllabus. She is nice and wishes us well.

Get ready to read
Participation matters
Tough grader
1.0
5.0
GOVT2306
Grade: C
Dec 7, 2021
Wouldn't take again

The quizzes are easy , its the assignments that was an issue with her grading .. you cant write the House of Representatives or the legislatures in different ways so she hits everything with plagiarism. Exams are tough especially if you dont get the assignments correct because of the open ended questions .

Get ready to read
Test heavy
Tough grader
2.0
4.0
GOVT2301
Grade: Drop/Withdrawal
Jan 18, 2022
Wouldn't take again

I had to drop this class and take the W. From a B to a D. I didnt want that to affect my GPA. Shes a tough grader with her homework. I say find another teacher who is passionate about teaching and willing to teach you about the US Govt.

Test heavy
Clear grading criteria
Tough grader
4.0
3.0
2305GOVT
Grade: B+
Mar 10, 2022
Would take again

She was alright. Gives a ton of feedback and is straight to the point with assignments. I only disliked that we were not able to view correct answers even after the test/quiz was graded.

Participation matters
EXTRA CREDIT
4.0
4.0
GOV2306
Grade: A
Apr 21, 2022
Would take again

This class was tough. Professor Louis is a stickler for citations and loves to make quizzes that trip you up with trick questions. On the upside, she is very clear on timelines. She's also organized and fair. The textbook is terrible, but if you do the work you will pass! Just keep your head down, follow her instructions and you'll be fine.

Tough grader
Get ready to read
Test heavy
1.0
5.0
GOV2306
Grade: C
May 5, 2022

Run away as fast as you can!Doesn't require Lock Down Browser ; however any papers you turn in she will know if you copied or pasted. Louis doesn't offer extra credit. If you cite where you got your information be ready for zero . I wouldn't take her again she's horrible. She will repeat" you're in control of your grades" it out of her hands .

Tough grader
Get ready to read
Participation matters
2.0
4.0
GOVT2306
Grade: C-
May 12, 2022

If I could, I would have never taken her class, I am just glad I passed. Her EXAMS/TESTS ARE 50% OF YOUR GRADE!!!!!! everything else is 10%/25% These exams are very short with no time to take them... Although she does not require you to record yourself while taking the exam...most of the questions open-ended/fill in the blank. good luck :/

Tough grader
Test heavy
1.0
4.0
GOV2306
Grade: C
Jul 26, 2022

Disorganized. Very little feedback. No interaction. Class is basically self taught.

2.0
4.0
GOV2306
Jun 3, 2022
Wouldn't take again

she is a horrible grader and doesnt really explain why she takes points off. if you miss an assignment you cant make it up for any reason so turn in work on time. a lot of reading and a lot of quizzes. overall just a horrible experience. if you email her dont expect a clear reply shes very vague and rude.

Tough grader
Get ready to read
Lots of homework
1.0
5.0
2305GOVT
Grade: Drop/Withdrawal
Sep 1, 2022

I was incredibly discouraged by this professor. Her class is all quizzes and exams. There is no interaction or feedback on the grade she gives you. It is clear that she is not passionate about teaching students and it really shows. If you want an actual teacher who teaches look elsewhere. Much better teachers out there!

3.0
2.0
2305
Grade: B
Nov 8, 2022
Would take again

*online course.* LOTS of homework and okayish leactures but prof louis clearly cares about government and teaching you. she is clear about when things are due but she likes them to be done in a specific way. if you listen and turn in everything, you can easily pass.

Get ready to read
Participation matters
Lots of homework
2.0
2.0
GOV2306
Grade: B
Dec 8, 2022

While she is a really nice person, she does seem a bit scattered during lectures. Class is easy, you're graded on exams, quizzes, and 3 graded assignments where you just look up the answers for questions and cite them correctly. Quizzes are only 5 questions and exams are less than 30. Study and you'll be fine.

3.0
3.0
GOV2306
Grade: A
May 8, 2023
Would take again

my other online/anytime professors provide recorded lectures, PowerPoints or reviews, but she doesn't. Instead the class is strictly self-taught. 2 attempts per quiz/exam and most of the questions can be found straight from the free ebook. 2 trivia assignments that require citations and are easy, but she doesn't fully explain the answer she wants.

Tough grader
5.0
1.0
GOV2305
Grade: A+
Apr 17, 2024
Would take again

Professor Mary Louis did very amazing with making the course work accessible early in the semester. The 8 quizzes and 4 tests including the final exam were straight forward with all the resources in the textbook with a light work load. Throughout the semester Professor Louis continued to support all students constantly checking in on us.

Clear grading criteria
Gives good feedback
Online Savvy
1.0
4.0
GOV2306
Grade: C+
Dec 11, 2024

If you like your sanity, DO NOT take her; she may think she's tech-savvy, but she's not. Every time you finish an exam or quiz, she's going to put student left the testing area, and you know you didn't go anywhere. FIND SOMEONE ELSE FOR THIS COURSE 

Tough grader
Lots of homework
Test heavy
3.0
3.0
GOV2306
Grade: B
Dec 20, 2024
Would take again

The class is straightforward, but Professor Louis has specific grading standards. Be diligent with citations and don't miss assignments. Unstuck AI can help with exam prep, but the textbook is essential.

1.0
4.0
GOVT2306
Grade: Drop/Withdrawal
Jan 22, 2025

I had an assignment that wouldn't pass because of a grading error on a question. When I pointed it out to the teacher, she was offended (thinking I was blaming her) and blamed me for not doing well enough. She then marked it as an F, and refused to address the issue further. She's easily offended, uncharitable, responds late, and bad with tech.

2.0
4.0
GOV2306
Grade: C-
Apr 24, 2025

I regret taking this professor she is tough grader and makes everything difficult, she will accuse you of getting the answers from the internet which in reality she also does that and she gives you no time to finish the exams they around 10-25 minutes this class is not worth it they are better options

Tough grader
Test heavy
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