3.8

Melissa McCeney

Psychology - Montgomery College - Germantown Campus

3.8
Quality
2.9
Difficulty
75%
Would Retake
128
Reviews
3.8
Quality
2.9
Difficulty
3.7
Helpful
3.8
Clarity

75%

Would Retake

128

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What Students Say

Take her for a guaranteed A

PSY102 - 5.0 rating

she is literally the best professor ever

PSYC203 - 5.0 rating
Class Info

Online Classes

100%

Attendance Mandatory

51%

Textbook Required

19%

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B: 6
B+: 5
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Amazing lectures (11)
Hilarious (10)
Participation matters (8)
Clear grading criteria (8)
Respected (7)
Caring (7)
Gives good feedback (6)
Skip class? You won't pass. (6)
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PY202

5.0

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PY203PY206

5.0

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PSYC215

5.0

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PY206

4.5

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Reviews (128)
5.0
2.0
PY215
May 1, 2006

Very interesting, makes psychology easy to understand and uses good examples. I love hearing stories about her own children. She is approachable and helpful. She gives you a review before every exam and if you study that, you can get an A. I am taking 2 more of her classes again next semester.

1.0
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PY215
May 14, 2006

terrible teacher, boring and uneducated, stay away from this ****

3.0
3.0
PY102
Aug 8, 2006

She's a ****, but she is an okay teacher. She is very ignorant & pompous, but I got an A in her class because I took excellent notes. All of the tests were 100% from the lectures. It was monotonous because she didn't switch things up at all or use different mediums, but it was DEFINITELY passable. The people who had trouble were really stupid.

5.0
3.0
PY202
Nov 30, 2006

As long as you go to class, take notes and try to pay attention, you're going to get atleast a B. She is definitly approachable and somewhat layed back.

5.0
2.0
PY102
Nov 30, 2006

She made psychology easy and fun to learn! She was always open to additional questions the students had. You have to take a lot of notes, but she gives you a study guide so you know what her tests consist of. I really liked the journals, they were fun to do and helpful. It was a great class and I will probably take another one with her in the futur

4.0
3.0
PY102
Dec 12, 2006

Very good teacher. She explains things in depth and helps relate them to our lives. I liked how she uses examples of her own children and relates it to what we're talking about. Read the material, pay attention, and study and you should do fine.

1.0
5.0
PY102
Dec 19, 2006

Worst teacher I've had. She makes a class supposed to be easy really hard and technique. She asks students to write "reaction essays" which is a big waste of time. Tests are hard, she asks for definitions and makes tricky questions. Unless you like studying a lot, dont take her.

1.0
5.0
PY203
Jan 3, 2007

the worse professor i've ever had!!! she's so lazy in teaching...she's a tough grader! i advice you not to take her

1.0
5.0
PY000
Mar 16, 2007

I don't like her. Her tests are tricky and she doesn't even help you. We write essays but yet she doesn't tell us why we got a certain amount of points off. So stupid. Don't take her!

5.0
2.0
PY102
Apr 4, 2007

I love this teacher. She is always willing to help you. Tests are a bit hard but she will help you with whatever she can

4.0
2.0
PY102
May 5, 2007

pretty good teacher but is hardly ever around outside of class, so catch her in the classroom, otherwise if you go to her office hour you feel like you are intruding-

2.0
5.0
PY221
May 11, 2007

Hard grader, tests are way too hard, talks too fast and when you ask to repeat it she talks the same way! Treats class like we're in elementary school by putting everyone in groups and for everyone to play nicely. How professional! She brags way too much about how well she gets paid, so as long as she gets her checks she doesnt care how she teaches

5.0
4.0
PY215
May 12, 2007

Great professor! She uses a lot of examples & is great at explaining the technical stuff in understandable ways. She's funny too! Go to class, do the review sheets, ask questions & you'll do fine. Tests can be a little tough, but she gives partial credit and lets you defend your answers. I will definitely be taking another class with her!!

1.0
5.0
PY215
May 15, 2007

I HATED THIS CLASS. She was EXTREMELY unhelpful. She NEVER responded to my e-mails regarding to questions of my grades or for a test review, etc! Her test reviews don't even relate to the test. I DO NOT RECOMMEND THIS LADY... I really don't. She enjoys torturing the students, she has this sick grin on her face when she hands out assighments!!!!!

5.0
3.0
PY215
May 15, 2007

Her classes are not for slackers. No easy A's! If you want to be spoonfed don't take her. Do take her if you want your money's worth and to be treated like an adult by someone who knows her stuff. I'm majoring in psych because of her! And btw, I stopped by her office at least once a week and she was always helpful. Love her!!!!!!!!!

5.0
2.0
PY102
May 17, 2007

easy to understand and lets u write essays so u can do well even if ur bad at tests

5.0
1.0
PY102
May 22, 2007

THE BEST!!!!!

5.0
3.0
PY215
May 29, 2007

I loved this class!! So interesting if you like kids and fun assignments that aren't just busywork or boring. Dr. McCeney is laid back and funny and wants us to understand and apply the material. I definitely recommend taking this class with her!!!

5.0
1.0
PY102
Jun 12, 2007

helpful funny and nice

5.0
1.0
PY102
Jun 21, 2007

great teacher. knows a lot about psychology.

5.0
2.0
PY203
Jul 3, 2007

The best summer class I have ever taken by far!

5.0
1.0
PY203
Jul 24, 2007

HIGHLY RECOMMEND!!!!

5.0
3.0
PY203
Aug 3, 2007

This class is SO INTERESTING but it is TOO MUCH to learn in five weeks. I love this prof but I recommend taking the class during the regular semester.

5.0
4.0
PY102
Aug 16, 2007

Great class! It was so interesting that the class usually stayed late just so we could talk to her some more. Highly intelligent woman! Just take the notes and you'll be ok. The tests come straight from the notes. I want to take more classes with her. she makes learning fun

3.0
3.0
PY102
Nov 14, 2007

Good at teaching the material. She is laid back which is cool,but other times she is brazen. She doesn't tell you why she grades your papers the way she did-she just gives them a grade without any comments on them and seems to pick favorites. Tests require you to memorize definitions word for word which is pretty ridiculous.

1.0
5.0
PY221
Dec 1, 2007

She's the worse teacher I ever had... she doesn't grade fairly, very hard final exam, doesn't give final exam study guide enough time to study, she talks too fast and theres no point in asking her to repeat because she repeats exactly how she talks. I really wouldn't recommend taking any of her classes.

1.0
5.0
PY102
Dec 1, 2007

she knows the material well but doesnt make it easy for us to learn it. she gives pretty long tests but most of it you have to know the definitions otherwise ur screwed. she loves students that asks a lot of questions but she hates it if u question her. shes "always" right, HA!

5.0
2.0
PY102
Dec 1, 2007

Dr. McCeney is the BEST!!! I'm taking 2 more classes with her next semester. Not for slackers though.

5.0
2.0
PY102
Dec 2, 2007

Hard work but she makes the subject so interesting! Go to class, take good notes, do the study guide, and you will do fine on tests.

4.0
2.0
PY102
Dec 5, 2007

She's a great teacher grade on a curve. It's easy to past her class if you do all of your work.

5.0
2.0
PY206
Dec 11, 2007

More work than I expected for a class about sex but totally worth it. Best class I've ever taken

5.0
2.0
PY215
Dec 12, 2007

Really knows her stuff and very helpful to students. 3 papers but at least they're not boring or too long.

5.0
3.0
PY102
Jan 22, 2008

She's an awesome professor. She is very enthusiastic about psychology. She is lively and explains the material extremely well.

4.0
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PY101
Mar 12, 2008

She's great! Make sure you study for the exams. and DON'T talk in class! But I would highly recommend her.

5.0
2.0
PY102
May 13, 2008

Although there is a lot of material in PY102, she's very clear and concise in her teaching style & provides a study guide prior to each test (highly recommend to complete, I did all of them & received an A all exams). Come to class, take good notes, do the work & u will be satisfied with ur final grade (I got an A). Plus grades on a VRY fair curve

4.0
3.0
PY102
Jun 24, 2008

She's really funny and crazy in a good way! She's awesome. She does curve in a BIG way but that's because her tests really aren't all that easy. I mean I'd study like crazy for them and only then I'd get good grades.

3.0
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PYSCSEX
Aug 13, 2008

She needed more material, research and information to sufficiently teach a good class. The psychology of sex should be the most interesting class but i found it to be rather banal. I understand it is a vast topic but she lacked direction and knowledge. While she's always friendly she needs a better structure and material.

5.0
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PY206
Oct 18, 2008

OMG I love her!!!!!!! Took for basic psych and now sexuality. Pretty hard tests but can make A if you do the study guide. Very helpful and funny.

3.0
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PSY200
Oct 29, 2008

I found this teacher extremely biased towards males. her psy of human sexuality class is basically how bad men are. she think every man is out to roofie women and would do anything for sex. she is so far from the truth. being a male, i was more than disgusted once leaving this class. I wish i had taped her lectures to show the dean.

5.0
1.0
PY206
Oct 29, 2008

Man you're lame. I'm a guy and I don't think she's biased at all. She even talks about discrimination men deal with! You're probably just some loser who failed the class.

5.0
2.0
PY102
Nov 8, 2008

my favorite class ever! she makes the material so interesting and always willing to help. highly recommend!!!

5.0
1.0
PSYCH102
Dec 5, 2008

she is an awesome teacher. she explains everything so well. everything she talks about is interesting, and she makes learning fun..werid i know. she is a really great psychology teacher :)

5.0
1.0
PY102
Jan 14, 2009

One of the good ones for sure, as a prof and as a person. Thanks.

4.0
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PY211
Feb 16, 2009

The tests are so hard, even if you put in a large amount of study time, there's no guarantee you'll get over a B. The professor seems to be friendly, but she does not comment, or interact much, so it's really hard to know where you stand and where you need to improve.

5.0
3.0
PSYCH101
Mar 7, 2009

Srsly way too much fun. Tests are kinda hard but study guide helps. Classes are awesome. Will definitely take again.

5.0
2.0
PY211
Apr 4, 2009

I really like this online class. Prof is very interesting and easy to work with. Definitely take if you get the chance!!!!!!

5.0
2.0
PY102
Apr 14, 2009

I like her a lot. She is scary smart and actually listens to students.

5.0
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PY206
May 20, 2009

I LOVED THIS CLASS!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! IF I COULD TAKE IT AGAIN I WOULD!!

5.0
1.0
PY211
May 22, 2009

Great online class!! Discussions were actually worth my time for a change and teacher is nice and fair.

5.0
3.0
PY102
Jun 16, 2009

Really good professor. I'm having a hard time because of health issues and she has helped me a lot. I'm glad I took this class.

5.0
3.0
PY102
Jul 2, 2009

Great prof, but class participation is a must if you want to keep it interesting. Hard exams, but she grades on a curve and gives bonus questions. She loves to teach and it shows.

5.0
2.0
PY102
Jul 26, 2009

EXCELLENT CLASS!! Professor is very helpful and interactive and smart. She has a book recommendation on just about topic. (Maybe she has stock in amazon.com!) Seriously, I have learned a TON. Highly recommend!!

5.0
2.0
PY206
May 27, 2010

Interesting, funny and fair. Knows how to explain things in plain English. I liked her a lot.

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PY102
Aug 6, 2010

One of the best!! just remember to do your work!!!!!

3.0
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PY211
Nov 17, 2010

I should not have taken her online class! I thought it'd be an interesting class but didn't have time to fit another real class in my schedule so I did this online. It's really hard to keep up with cuz this is obviously not my only class. I completely filled out her study guides and still did terrible on an exam so it obviously wasn't helpful to me

2.0
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PY211
Dec 10, 2010

Worst Professor ever. Took her course online and would expect speedy results but it takes her 1 week to get back when the assignment is already due. Doesn't provide clarity for the final project and doesn't give feedback on papers that were given. Overall worst online professor I have had. She doesn't even respond to emails!

5.0
4.0
PY102
Dec 15, 2010

I liked this class a lot. She's good.

5.0
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PY211
Dec 16, 2010

I need this class for my major and had to take it online because of my daughter's schedule. I absolutely could not have gotten through this class online if it had not been for Prof. McCeney's willingness to help and ability to explain what we were reading in the textbook. The online lectures saved my life!!!

5.0
2.0
PY102
Dec 27, 2010

I liked this class more than I thought I would. Teacher is funny and makes things interesting. Tests are kinda hard but not too bad if you do the study guides. She gives partial credit and grades tests on a curve.

5.0
2.0
PY206
Mar 27, 2011

Great class n great professor!! Very interesting. You do have to study for the exams but if you study you will do fine.

5.0
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PY206
Aug 11, 2011

I have taken her for every class I can! She is an amazing prof, very intelligent, very clear. If you fill out her study guides, you will succeed on her tests. They aren't super easy but they get you thinking. I admire her so much for of all her knowledge in the field of psychology. Attendance isn't mandatory, she's very laid back about it.

1.0
3.0
PY211
May 8, 2013

Worst online class ever. Prof totally uninvolved; we are teaching ourselves. Nothing get graded, questions don't get answered. Very disappointing.

1.0
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PY211
May 9, 2013

Took this class online because I was very interested in material. Not a good experience as teacher was never, ever in class. Nothing gets in under 6 weeks, including weekly discussions which haven't been graded all semester. Questions go unanswered. Maybe she is good in the classroom, but not online

1.0
4.0
PY102
May 10, 2013

Not a good online experience. Very little involvement on part of professor. Things were not graded promptly, and questions were not answered for weeks on end.

1.0
5.0
PY211
May 13, 2013

This semester has been one frustration after another. On the last day of class we finally got all of our grades for the whole semester. The exam was supposed to be available yesterday, and is still not posted. Calls go unanswered, Emails go unanswered. A nightmare experience.

1.0
5.0
PY206
May 15, 2013

Nice person but nothing ever gets graded. Hard to find and questions outside of class like emails or phone calls never ever get answered. Won't take another class with this professor. ever.

1.0
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PY102
May 17, 2013

bad experience. we had to teach ourselves as professor is never ever around. nothing gets graded forever, and you can't get a question answered. she is a non-presence in class.

2.0
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PSYCH101
May 21, 2013

This class is as if your taking a higher level psych. she "tests hard, but grades easily." I never really learned anything. She only taught 3 things every class period. You will learn more from reading the book. She NEVER grades anything until final grades need to be up. So take her with precaution. She is very lackadaisical with students grades.

1.0
5.0
PY102
May 23, 2013

Awful class; she is confusing and nothing is ever graded. she does not answer emails. ever. or phone calls. ever. you have to read the book if you are going to learn anything

5.0
2.0
PY102
Nov 12, 2013

the material is interesting and she lectures well. on the other hand she is terrible at grading papers in a reasonable amount of time.

2.0
5.0
PY102
Dec 20, 2013

I regret taking this class online. professor is no help at all. I wish I had seen her reviews earlier whoever gave her bad rating is right. No doubt that I am student but making test tricky is just not cool at all. Beware don't take this class online!!!!

5.0
2.0
PY203PY206
Jan 12, 2014

I took McCeney for two courses before I went to UMD (py203 & py206) and she is literally the most interesting professor there. She wants her students to succeed and she is engaging and understands not to stress out her students. Don't miss lecture bc it's interesting and u wont have to read. Anybody who gave her a bad review is literally nuts.

5.0
3.0
PSYC102
Dec 23, 2014

She is hilarious. She manages to teach in a way that you stay interested. She is open to questions, unless you skipped the day she went over what you're asking about.

3.0
4.0
PSYC211
May 19, 2015

The class was online, but she did not answer emails. The topic was really interesting, but the quizzes and exams were so tricky. They were multiple choices in which at least two of the answers were correct, but one was more completed than the other ones. Some of the questions were not even in the book.

1.0
5.0
PSYC1O2
Jun 1, 2015

Not a good online experience at all, she was hardly ever there, never answers emails or questions and never grades anything promptly so you never know where you stand. Awful.

1.0
4.0
PSYC102
Grade: B
Jun 9, 2015

Should not have taken online. She is never in the classroom, ever and papers are never graded -wait, she was around the first week or so but after that, it was hard to get in touch with her, get questions answered or get feedback on work. Miserable experience.

3.0
4.0
211
Jun 24, 2015

I never thought this class would be hard by any means, but she makes it hard? The tests are difficult and does not relate to the study guides much at all. The questions require a ton of critical thinking. Also, she barley gives announcements for anything due, so be sure to write down a schedule for the class. No extra credit. She is not lenient.

5.0
3.0
PSYC206
Grade: B
Jul 29, 2015

This class literally changed my life. I will never forget Dr. McCeney or the things I learned from her and for myself because of the way she taught us to think. I took Dr. McCeney for General Psych too and that class was very good, but nothing else could compare to the sexuality class. Take her for any class but especially this one!!!

3.0
3.0
PSY102
Aug 5, 2015

She's a psychology genius. I actually looked forward to going to her class, her lectures are extremely entertaining and you learn a ton. However, the exams are extremely hard and some of the material isn't even covered in class. You really gotta study for them and have clear understanding of the concepts covered on the study guides.

5.0
2.0
PSYC102
Grade: A+
Dec 8, 2015

She's an amazing professor! I never gave psychology much thought before this class and didn't realize how interesting it was. She's a genius and knows her content EXTREMELY well. She makes lectures extremely fun and crystal clear. Didn't even have to open to book! She will go over everything you need to know in class. Use her study guide! Easy A.

5.0
1.0
PY102
Grade: A+
May 26, 2016
Would take again

I loved her!!! I loved showing up for her classes. I had her early in the morning but I never skipped because her classes were so enjoyable. This was an easy class I made an A. She's so clear about what she wants and has study guides to help you. Her assignments are easy and she makes it so much fun. Definitely take her you won't regret it.

4.0
4.0
PSY102
Grade: A
Nov 27, 2016
Would take again

She was really fun to have as a professor. Constantly cracked me up and is lenient on test grading/assignment grades. There is always a curve on the exams and she gives you a chance to earn as much extra credit on them as you can with the bonus question. Only con is that she tends to get off topic, but she's still pretty great.

Tough Grader
Gives good feedback
Participation matters
5.0
2.0
PSY102
Grade: B+
Dec 1, 2016
Would take again

Love love LOVE professor McCeney. All her tests and homework are from her lectures during classes. She doesn't take off for not attending class, youll just fail if you don't come. She grades on a curve and is super personable and kind to students.

Gives good feedback
Respected
Amazing lectures
5.0
3.0
PSY102
Grade: B+
Dec 13, 2016
Would take again

Professor McCeney is amazing. Her lectures are great, I always look forward to attending her class. She explains the material well and gives great examples so you understand. Exams are not that hard, she posts exam reviews so you know exactly whats on the exam! her assignments are easy. She grades all exams on a curve and gives bonus questions! l

Respected
Skip class? You won't pass.
Amazing lectures
3.0
3.0
PSY102
Grade: A
Dec 19, 2016
Wouldn't take again

Professor Mcceney is not bad. She teaches without her notes. She knows almost everything but I didnt like the way she made her tests (heavy " applied "multiple choice questions and 3to 4 short answer questions) Make sure u understand the material bcz HER CLASS ISNT A MEMORIZATION CLASS. I made an A in her class,yet I won't take her again.

Skip class? You won't pass.
Inspirational
EXTRA CREDIT
5.0
4.0
PSYC102
Jan 17, 2017
Would take again

Wonderful professor! Go to class take the notes and study and you'll pass for sure!

Skip class? You won't pass.
EXTRA CREDIT
LECTURE HEAVY
3.0
3.0
PSY102
Grade: B+
Mar 1, 2017
Wouldn't take again

Professor McCeney was nice, she did lecture and that was the only way she really taught. It was a bit discussion based too. Her test were sorta hard. It's important to take notes even though half of what she says won't be on the test. Watch out of extra credit she forgets if you do it. Also she crams at the end of the semester.

Tough Grader
Skip class? You won't pass.
LOTS OF HOMEWORK
4.0
3.0
PSYCH102
Grade: C
May 14, 2017
Would take again

Professor McCeney is very sweet and caring! Very few assignemnts but they count for a lot. The class is extremely lecture heavy but she is very understanding.

Tough Grader
Clear grading criteria
LECTURE HEAVY
5.0
3.0
PSYC102
Grade: B
Oct 31, 2017
Would take again

She is sweet, caring and funny. You feel welcome in her class. She wants you to pass, but you have to work for it.

Clear grading criteria
Hilarious
EXTRA CREDIT
4.0
3.0
PSY102
Grade: B
Dec 6, 2017
Would take again

Great class always gives you a chance to show her paper in advance

Tests? Not many
Hilarious
Would take again
5.0
2.0
PY102
Dec 8, 2017
Would take again

Great professor! Only two papers (easy grader), and three exams. Even drops one bad exam grade. Only downfall was that you H A V E to study for your exams! They are majority of your grade. She gives great notes and study outlines where you can literally look at notes and fill out study guide.

Gives good feedback
GRADED BY FEW THINGS
Amazing lectures
5.0
2.0
PSY102
Grade: A
Jan 5, 2018
Would take again

Take her for a guaranteed A. Just follow the rules and go over the study guide. She gives good lessons and allows you to take good notes. She makes the class inclusive so you won't be shy to ask questions. She shares anecdotes and explains the material in a very easy to understand way, as opposed to using too much jargon. The class is very easy.

Tests? Not many
Clear grading criteria
Amazing lectures
5.0
2.0
PSYC102
Grade: A+
Nov 13, 2018
Would take again

This was one of my favorite classes this semester! She is so funny and really makes an emphasis on making the material useful to her students. I feel like I'm learning a lot almost by accident. I got more than a 100% in this class bc her study guides are available at the start of class and extra credit. There is no reason anyone shouldn't get an A.

Hilarious
Amazing lectures
EXTRA CREDIT
1.0
5.0
PSYC102
Grade: C+
Nov 27, 2018
Wouldn't take again

Do not chew GUM in her class. Its her pet peeve and will determine how she treats you the rest of the semester! When she tells you chapter she will give her lecture, read it ahead of time. To understand how she explains it in class. If you need help ask for it early on.

TEST HEAVY
GRADED BY FEW THINGS
LECTURE HEAVY
5.0
3.0
PSYC1O2
Grade: B
Nov 27, 2018
Would take again

Shes amazing!! I actually look forward to this class. Shes hilarious and uses a lot of stories and examples to make things clear. Do the study guides to do well on tests and give your essays to her ahead of time because she will give you feedback to improve your grade. Im already signed up to take another class with her next semester!

Inspirational
Hilarious
Amazing lectures
5.0
2.0
PSYC102
Nov 29, 2018
Would take again

McCeney is a wonderful professor. She doesn't require you to purchase the textbook, and all the assignments are straightforward and rather easy. She even posts practice questions before the exam date.

Inspirational
Hilarious
GRADED BY FEW THINGS
5.0
3.0
PSYC203
Dec 4, 2018
Would take again

she is literally the best professor ever. her lectures are always very entertaining and we often have interesting discussions during class. shes very clear when teaching. overall her class is average but it's still necessary to study hard for the tests. when preparing for tests, reading the textbook and using her study guides are very helpful !

Gives good feedback
Respected
Hilarious
5.0
2.0
PSYC102
Grade: A+
Apr 18, 2019
Would take again

Prof. McCeney has one of the best lectures. So easy to follow even without a PowerPoint presentation. She makes sure everyone understands the topic and discusses it before moving on. Minimal homework, and reading the book isnt even necessary as long as you take notes! Loved this class.

Participation matters
Amazing lectures
Caring
5.0
2.0
PSY102
Grade: A
Jun 14, 2019
Would take again

Dr. McCeney is a great psychology professor. She makes it easy to grasp the material and she's very helpful if you need it. The class itself does not have many assignments, so it is important to do well on them. She uses plenty of good examples to help with understanding the material. She is easy access outside of class if you need help.

Graded by few things
Clear grading criteria
Lecture heavy
5.0
2.0
PSYC102
Grade: A
Nov 8, 2019
Would take again

Great teacher. Makes the class super interesting, which makes time fly by. Shes a great psycology professor and doesnt give many assignments outside of class shes also really nice. Showing up for class is important because there is always notes to write down. Should not be a hard class if you pay attention and study before exams.

Participation matters
Graded by few things
Amazing lectures
5.0
2.0
PSYC102
Grade: A+
Dec 21, 2019
Would take again

Professor McCeney is awesome very nice, very clear, and she makes her lectures interesting for her students. I have learned so much from this class because of her. You always know what will be on exams because she posts study guides on blackboard and points important information out during class. Definitely take her class!

Respected
Clear grading criteria
Amazing lectures
5.0
1.0
PY215
Jan 13, 2020
Would take again

Professor McCeney lectures are amazing. If you show up to class, you will pass. Her tone is clear and will keep you engaged in her class. Some of the things she taught will stick with you forever. Tests aren't hard if you take good notes during her lectures. She offers extra credit too.

Skip class? You won't pass.
Inspirational
Amazing lectures
1.0
5.0
PY203
Grade: C+
Jul 19, 2020
Wouldn't take again

Worst professor ever both in 102 and 203. Im so upset i got stuck with her this summer session 1. I could have gotten a B if she cared to curve the grade. WORST PROFESSOR EVER. she doesnt care about her students and she is very bad at responding to emails. She didnt even respond to mine all summer session.

Test heavy
Tough grader
4.0
2.0
PSYC203
Grade: B+
Nov 1, 2020
Would take again

A basic course, chapter quizzes, discussion forums, and then midterm/final exams. Her class was easy to pass. If you read the textbook and do well on the quizzes, you'll get a good grade. The only negative is that she takes a LONG time to grade discussions and exams.

Get ready to read
Participation matters
Graded by few things
4.0
2.0
PY203
Grade: A
Dec 11, 2020
Would take again

This class is easy. It does your basic read, discuss, participate, and do the quiz. As well as midterm and final. No fancy projects and she does stick with her syllabus. However, she does fail to tell you your midterm and final are not multiple choice like your quizzes. Be aware, they are long and heavy. So read.

Accessible outside class
Caring
4.0
2.0
PSY102
Dec 11, 2020
Would take again

great professor and content she teaches is organized. shes very fun but she gets off topic often but in the end she teaches all the material. she responds to emails quickly and is always willing to go over topics again. she posts all her slides on blackboard but dont miss class because theres a lot of information not on the slides.

Respected
Accessible outside class
Participation matters
5.0
3.0
PSYC215
Grade: A+
Dec 15, 2020
Would take again

I took my chances when registering for Professor McCeney's PSYC-215 course, but I am glad I did. As long as you attend all classes, you will do well. Beware that she does not record zoom classes. If you complete all the required assignments with effort, you are guaranteed an "A." Do not waste money buying the textbook, you will not use it!!!

Skip class? You won't pass.
Hilarious
Amazing lectures
3.0
3.0
PSYC203
Grade: A+
Feb 6, 2021
Would take again

The class was straightforward and the class schedule was clear. Professor McCeney is a good educator but she does not give any feedback on assignments, which makes it difficult to prepare for future class work.

Get ready to read
Participation matters
5.0
2.0
PSY102
Grade: A
May 10, 2021
Would take again

Her class is not that difficult to complete. She makes everything available at once so that we could do our work ahead of time. Shes provides good feedback and she is very laid back and relaxed with us. I would recommend taking her if you need to take psychology.

3.0
1.0
PSYC206
May 10, 2021
Would take again

I took Dr. McCeney for PSYC102 and loved her so I wanted to take her again for PSYC206. Big mistake. She is kind but she lets the class talk over her constantly, and I don't feel like I learned an adequate amount of content because of the students taking over. Still a great professor and person and would recomment, just not for this class.

Caring
Respected
Lecture heavy
5.0
3.0
PSYC206
Jan 29, 2022
Would take again

Good Professor.

1.0
1.0
PSY102
Grade: Rather not say
Mar 2, 2022

Lacks structure throughout the whole class. Inconsistent blackboard resources. Did not make sure that chapters corresponded to the textbook that was required. Typos on quizzes and weekly instructions.

5.0
3.0
PSYC102
Mar 28, 2022
Would take again

Best Professor I’ve ever had!! She’s hilarious and super sweet. I learned so much and changed my major to psychology because of her.

Inspirational
Hilarious
Caring
5.0
3.0
PSYC102
Apr 8, 2022
Would take again

Best professor at MC!!! I changed my major to psychology because of her. Definitely take

Amazing lectures
Hilarious
Caring
4.0
3.0
PSYC203
Grade: A
May 4, 2022
Would take again

This online course was fairly easy, everything followed the syllabus and nothing came as a surprise, the outline of what is expected weekly is easy to follow and not a handful of work. Professor can be understanding, but at times difficult to reach. With a GroupMe student can easily help each other figure out their own questions.

Participation matters
Gives good feedback
3.0
4.0
PSYC206
Grade: C-
May 11, 2022

The professor teaching methods are "going with the flow" and doesn't have the proper grading criteria nor does she have a course schedule. The class talks over her and she should be more organized in the class overall. Things to look out for: -No grading criteria -No course schedule -Never organized or on time The class was good overall!

Tough grader
Gives good feedback
Caring
4.0
1.0
PSYC102
Grade: A
May 12, 2022
Would take again

I really liked her. She is very funny and I really liked that she was clear in her grading and she did not send a lot of homework. I took her online, she wanted all of us to have our cameras but she was very nice and understanding. She made the class interesting.

Clear grading criteria
Inspirational
Hilarious
3.0
4.0
PSY102
Grade: A+
Jun 8, 2022

The tests were all writing heavy, never had multiple choice questions. One of the chapter quizzes was not even associated with the chapter, which was the most complex chapter, and her response was oops and oh well. This was not helpful, encouraging, or in anyway making me prepared for the coming test. Not a fan.

Tough grader
Graded by few things
3.0
2.0
PSYC203
Grade: A+
Jan 27, 2023
Would take again

This professor was alright. I took her for an online winter course which was one month long. Her syllabus followed with what we did each week. Buying the textbook was mandatory. She was not the best at communicating, at first in one of her emails she expected a certain edition from the textbook, but then in her syllabus she stated another edition.

4.0
4.0
PSYCH101
Grade: A
Dec 18, 2023
Would take again

sometimes the students talk over her but most of the time the class is engaging and fun

Amazing lectures
Clear grading criteria
Caring
5.0
3.0
PSYC102
Grade: A
Dec 28, 2023
Would take again

Absolutely loved her! Dr.McCeney is the best! Her classes are interesting and she makes the information easily digestible. She is extremely understanding towards her students and wants to ensure everyone passes! Definitely take her course!!

EXTRA CREDIT
Amazing lectures
Clear grading criteria
5.0
1.0
PSYCH101
Grade: A+
Jan 19, 2024
Would take again

class was super easy highly recommend

3.0
3.0
PSYC211
Oct 29, 2024

Minimal effort by the professor. The students were expected to share insights about themselves and depth to discussions. Meanwhile, the professor shared nothing about herself, never gave a lecture, or interacted with students. She just lurked in the shadows, providing grades. The students were the ones creating the content. Not great.

5.0
3.0
PSYC102
Grade: A
Dec 13, 2024
Would take again

Professor McCeney makes the material engaging and digestible. Leveraging tools like unstuck ai alongside the course resources really helps with study prep. Definitely a class worth taking!

1.0
5.0
PSYC206
Grade: C
May 24, 2025

She said a**hole about 5 times and bull**** once. "You should have contacted me to let me know you were having trouble accessing the article" She deducted 10 points for that. She never stood up. She never was on time. Gets distracted by her two cats. Textbook is not required. Syllabus states the 4th edition, but then a Feb announce says 6th Ed.

Tough grader
Participation matters
3.0
4.0
PSYC100
Grade: B+
Nov 25, 2025

Her teaching style is very immersive, she likes to teach u the topics before just giving the definitions on the board. I like her, but i feel like her tests are not like what we learn in class. she says to look at the slides and then youll be good but the tests just feel so unrelated sometimes. shes ok tho

Tough grader
Respected
Test heavy
1.0
3.0
PSYC100
Grade: B
Dec 5, 2025

Please think wisely before you enroll!! Professor McCeney is an just okay teacher. However, I would heavily CAUTION you, she tends to overly share her own political beliefs and personal information with the class while also showing discrimination against those of the Christian faith. I would highly suggest to look for another Psychology Professor.

2.0
3.0
PSYC100
Grade: A
Dec 19, 2025

Seemed nice at first, but only makes everything about herself. Tells us to buy a textbook, then says it's not required and won't be used. The due dates of exams and assignments on the syllabus was inaccurate since she couldn't follow the schedule. She was always late to class, but hates if you're late. Quite unaccommodating to DSS students as well.

Lecture heavy
Graded by few things
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