Melanie is awesome. She will talk to you like you are her friend, not just her student. Makes the topics at hand interesting and funny..highly recommended!

She is so cool. She is challenging and creative!

Great english teacher, but kind of tough.

excellent teacher. keeps students interested and loves to hear our opinions!! she will help you if you need help at any time. if you are going to take this class take her!!!

I loved taking this class, She could not have been more helpfull. She is really interested in what you have to say, and trys to help you along should you ever need any help.

I love Dr. Eckford-Prossor! She is a great professor.

I think she is a good teacher, I just didn't get to have her in the class room. But don't take her online class. She isn't that good with responding to emails. But she is very interested in the student and is there to help them.

One of the best Professors at SBCC. Her thesis is for the student to suceed. And you will if you do the work.

Made American lit a fun class to take. A lot more work than I thought was necessary but in the end I had a lot of fun. Overall she is very fair and entertaining.

she was a great teacher. She was down to earth, clever, and creative. Her reading is alittle dull, but she is a great teacher.

Excellent teacher. takes a genuine interest in your progress in her class. you can tell that she really enjoys teaching her subject.

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Excellent professor and I learned a lot. Highly recommanded.

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dr. prossor is very funny and intelligent, and obviously enjoys teaching. i enjoy going to her class even though she is a bit confusing. she will always answer your questions. you should take her!

Eckford-Prossor is the best professor at the school. Highly recommended, she will make any class fun and interesting.

her lectures are always open ended(ie. no closure). She is a very energetic teacher who is funny and interesting. I only had 3 major papers the whole class. Not bad considering it was Honors. It's a worth it class.

Dr. Eckford-Prossor is why I like school! She was challenging but helped you succeed. I enjoyed going to her class...it was the only one that semester I did'nt skip! If you enjoy learning you will enjoy her class.

It is an interesting english class. She is not boring, clear and eager to help the student. I became a better essay writer thanks to her class.

Great teacher. She knew every student's name after the second day of lecture. Challenging, but always willing to lend a helping hand. She cares about her job, and cares if you want to do well in her class. Don't be afraid to take her honors course. Be sure to attend class.

a very intelligent, fun, and dedicated teacher. she takes her classes seriously, so students should too. she can be easygoing, but dont take a negative advantage of it, do what you're expected to do, keep up with the class reading and assignments, and go to her for help if you need it.

she was a great professor! she was challenging, passionate, encouraging, and dedicated to her students and subject. doesn't let students scrape and easy A, which makes it all the more worthwhile when you get one. She is also quirky, funny, and interesting. i highly recommend taking her english classes!

One of the best teachers I've had. Not sure why some of you seem to think being a feminist is a negative characteristic; it's definitely not so with her. She's challenging there's no doubt; and expects people to be interested: not qualities which seem unreasonable to me. American Lit highly recommended.

i loved her she was just fun and it felt like highschool it was fun, she did give a lot of work but by the end of this class im writing good essays, but her grading can seem random but over all a good teacher i would take her again if i could

This was one of the hardest classes that i have taken but one of the best! I thought the workload was insane but in the end i learned way more from her than any other prof. i have had. She is helpful, dedicated, and an amazing person (she actually is very human). Anyone who takes this class will learn a lot. BEST PROFESSOR who doesn't take any bs!

Very intelligent teacher, goes deep into analysis, making things clear and highly interesting. a good sense of humor and she tells good stories. very animated and gesticuates, but in a very good and entertaining way. one of the best english teachers i've ever had.

I'm starting an Intellectual Hotness rating: since this is an Online Class, and I never met her. But she's wicked smart and smart is hot! She a wide range of non-conservative lit to teach us, which was right up my alley. She's NOT an easy grader, which is a good thing.

Best teacher I've had this semester. Brilliant, funny, and constantly challenges us to improve our writing skills. I highly highly recommend her.

Wow, great professor. I took her class 5 years ago and I still consider her the best professor I've ever had. Take her class even if you don't need to!

I have never had that much time for English and Literature classes being a science major, but this teacher was incredible. Yes the work is hard and there is a fair amount, however, she is always willing to help. She is so understanding and if you have any questions or concerns she will go out of her way to help you. Best English teacher!

Very helpful and enthusiastic teacher, one of the best I've ever had. She pushes her students to do their best and is very flexible when it comes to helping students out with assignments. I highly recommend taking one of her classes!

Great teacher, very engaging.

First impression of her wasn't good, but if are interested in improving your academic writing, there couldn't be a better teacher. Genuinely wants you to improve, knows how to explain it and teaches at a very high level. Difficult to get an A but this class drastically improves your writing ability. Highly recommended.

She is hilarious, but a super hard grader. Rarely gives out A's. If you're an A student you'll probably get a B in her class. Honors has TONS of papers to write. If you want an A DO NOT PROCRASTINATE. To get an A you need to put serious thought into your writing that requires lots of TIME. And she hates it when you fall asleep in her class :)

Took two classes from her this semester, and enjoyed them both very much. She doesn't stand for stupidity or lazing about, which is quite a refreshing change from other pathetic classrooms I have sat in at CC. Challenges you to think for yourself, express and engage. She gives great critiques, honest and insightful.

Hard grader, need to go to office hours to pass. But worth taking. Very smart person, just do the work.

She really tailors content to the individual class, so it can be super interesting. It's a tough class. Ask lots of questions and ALWAYS START PAPERS ASAP! Go to her office hours--she's really helpful and really cares.

I will be honest, I was hesitant to take her online class after reading her comments on this site. Because she is the only online professor I decided to take it anyway. Yes her prompts were vague and difficult, but not impossible. Only an idiot would find a website like mylitlab to be confusing.

She's the best at SBCC. Just the work and go to office hours. She tries not to lower the quality of her teaching because she isn't at a four year. You know you've earned your grade.

Best teacher at SBCC. The difficulty of her class is rivalled only by her accessibility outside of the class room, and her willingness to help her students succeed.

Very difficult class but I can honestly say that I'm a much better writer for having taken it. I was really afraid of this class afetr readin all the reviews but finally decided to try it out. Yes, she is a very strict grader, especially on papers but that is the whole point of a college level writing course. I did get an A but just barely.

Dr. Eckford-Prossor is the kind of professor that will change your life. I was lucky enough to have 110H and Amer. Lit with her, and it completely changed my career as a student. Take any class with her you can! She is brilliant, engages the class in thoughtful discussion, and cares personally about each student.

Dr. Eckford Prossor is one of the most amazing professors at SBCC, hands down. She truly cares about each and every one of her students and her classes are never boring Highly recommend new students to take her ENG 110H class, it will change your life!

This class is fairly simple: forums every week; one book to read; a couple of short stories and three papers. The tricky part is the STYLE of writing, which she strongly emphasizes. She also uses her phone to record videos and make an attempt to explain stuff. It's considerate but not too professional. Not a bad class. I honestly learned from it.

MEP is a really kind person. It is apparent that she cares about each of her students, and she is very approachable and helpful. I rarely attended class or spent time on essays, but the other students really liked her and improved their writing skills substantially. Take this class if possible. MEP is a great teacher, and a very cool lady.

She is kind and helpful. Her class pushed my intellectual limits and was incredibly helpful for my transfer to UC Berkeley and admittance into UCLA. She runs the Honors Program like a pro! Have as much interaction with her as possible! She is so cool!

She changed my life.

I love her. She's incredibly smart, funny, and sweet. I recommend taking her class, but keep in mind it is an honors class and she WILL push you. It's a good push though! Tough grader at the beginning of the semester, but she will transform you no doubt.

MEP is a very tough grader, when taken into consideration the fact that her assignments are rarely clear this professor can make your life hard. Having said that, this was the class in which I learned the most this semester. She will help you above and beyond, and she utilizes her vast knowledge to make class interesting and entertaining.

Not a teacher for normal students That is why she is teaching honors (President of honors program). Eng 101H she is teaching is totally on an whole new academic level. Do not take this class if you only want to slack it will never happen

Dr. Prossor will actually tell you what is wrong with your papers and help you fix them. You have the opportunity to redo papers if they are bad (which they will be). This class WILL increase your writing level and the prompts are extremely abstract. I hated writing the papers, but looking back I would re-take it in a heartbeat. Really sweet lady.

There are only about 6 papers to do in her class and only 3 of them are relatively long (6-8 pages). She gives you the chance to redo everything and really wants you to succeed. Her class will prepare you for when you transfer! She's the nicest professor I've ever had go to her office hours when she assigns a paper and she will lay it all out for u

Don't come to class just reading the content. Do your best to understand and analyze it to your best of your ability. Highly encourages you to contribute and be involved in class. Loves to make class entertaining. You will never have a dull time. Content for the most part is not too challenging. Be over-prepared for tests.

Listen, shes a very nice lady and actually cares about you. She likes it if you actually email her because it shows youre trying. Actually show up, if you dont she will take note and wont be afraid to call your a(ss )out. She can spot a bulls(hitter) for sure. Her grading is very very very tough, dont be lazy and actually redo your papers.

MEP is my favorite professor, she's very inspirational and truly cares about each of her students. Her papers can be tough, but she lets you rewrite them. Go into her office hours, she's extremely helpful and loves seeing students. You won't be able to skip or slack off without her noticing and calling you out either.

Eckford-Prossor is the best English professor I had. She's truly an English major's dream teacher. She loves her work and is very lively in class. She also takes the time to really get to know her students, and is especially patient, going over any material three or four times if requested. There are few assignments, so each one matters a lot!

Professor Eckford-Prossor is intimidating, but offers compensation with the sorts of interpersonal gestures that students need in order to feel approval (or at least in order to feel safe taking intellectual risks in front of her) my only regret in taking her class would be to not have risked enough.

Melanie proved to be the toughest class I've taken at SBCC. This course is any honor students mount 'Everest': to climb it can be seen as suicidal but if you make it, you'll be a better writer. My writing has improved more in one semester of MEP's than in 22 years of life - not a statement I say lightly. Embrace her class. It's the best class ever

MEP is an incredible professor. Yes her class is hard, but it's worth it. My writing improved dramatically and it's all thanks to Melanie for pushing her students to do more. Utilize her office hours!! If you are ever confused about paper topics or which direction to take your paper, TALK TO HER! She gives great feedback.

MEP is great. So passionate about literature and really makes an effort to get to know her students. She wants her students to succeed and helped us out whenever we became stuck. Long lectures that would extend the whole class period, which made us fall behind in the reading but she adjusted the syllabus. Very accommodating and passionate. LOVE!

Professor Eckford-Prossor's class is a difficult one. She really pushes her students, but offers a lot of support. I genuinely really enjoyed her class and was sad when it was over. My writing has improved dramatically over this semester. I definitely recommend this class if you are looking to improve your writing and have fun while doing so.

This class is tough! Don't go in unless you are willing to put in the work required to get the grade you want. Although the readings are hard and her paper topics can be super abstract, Melanie's class preps you for writing at the university level. Be sure to do all the extra credit assignments, go to her office for constructive feedback.

Such a wonderful teacher, you will learn a lot from her and her class.

MEP definitely makes you work for a good grade in her class, but it's only because she wants to see you do better. She helped improve my writing so much this semester, and the reason why her prompts are typically more abstract is that she wants you to write about what YOU are passionate about. Reach out to her if ur confused and get ready to write!

This is the most enjoyable class I have ever had. If you are in college to try to get out of as much work as possible, don't take her class. If you want to improve immensely as a writer and have brilliant discussions, take her class. MEP really allows you the opportunity to grow as a writer/ student that other professors and classes just don't.

Professor Eckford is a great professor! English is not my first language but because of her easy grading and great feedback, I found this class to be really doable. Big part of your grade comes from revisions of the 4 essays you have to write. She really is an easy grader and she rounds up your final grade at the end of the class.

MEP is truly an inspiring professor and makes you understand the concept of critical thinking. She makes you work for the grade you desire and helps to push boundaries through her feedback. This professor is a pretty tough grader, but it is all in the spirit of making you the best writer/scholar you can possibly be.

This is the head of the honor's program, expect some rigor. She holds students to a high standard, especially in writing and analyzing, but she is willing to put in time with you to help you get there. She also is good at making the lesson plan thought provoking. Keep your papers concise and tight, she doesn't like any fluff.

Very cool person, but the class was hard. Attendance is not taken, but missing class puts you behind. Lectures are helpful for when you are writing papers. There is lots of material to read in this class but it is interesting. I only recommend this class if you are an English major or someone who enjoys reading and analysis of tough poetry.

The class is set up well, she is an amazing professor and very critical of your work. Very passionate and inspiring, she makes you work hard, but in the end, you will come out a better writer. Go to class every day, and meet with her for office hours. You will be prepared for any college-level writing wherever you transfer to. Was not an easy A.

Class was hard but she is a very nice person and very easy to work with if you take time to talk to her outside of class and develop a relationship.

I absolutely loved my ENG 222 class with MEP! She taught english in a way that spoke to me significantly and I enjoyed all of the material we covered. She gave us help when we needed it but also knew when to push us and overall it was a great class and I highly reccommend.

I loved this class she is very nice & explained the materials very well. Only thing I would complain about is that we had less than 10 assignments that were all high-point value. I wish that there were a few smaller assignments so that our grades didn't dependent so much on these big assignments. But she is amazing & I recommend anyone to take her!