4.9

Nadine Wright

English - Santa Monica College

4.9
Quality
1.7
Difficulty
100%
Would Retake
84
Reviews
4.9
Quality
1.7
Difficulty
4.9
Helpful
4.9
Clarity

100%

Would Retake

84

Reviews

Rating Distribution
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What Students Say

Profesor Wright makes sure you succeed in the class

ENGLISH85 - 5.0 rating

She's such a great teacher

ENG852000 - 5.0 rating
Class Info

Online Classes

100%

Attendance Mandatory

83%

Textbook Required

75%

Grade Predictor

Your expected effort level

LowHigh

Predicted Grade

A+

95% confidence
Based on 26 grades
Most common grades:
A (15)
A+ (7)
B+ (3)
Grade Distribution
A(22)B(0)C(0)D(0)F(0)A-/B+(4)
Based on 27 reported grades
A: 15
A+: 7
B+: 3
A-: 1
Common Tags
Gives good feedback (11)
Caring (11)
Participation matters (5)
Hilarious (5)
Get ready to read (4)
Inspirational (4)
Clear grading criteria (4)
Accessible outside class (4)
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Reviews (84)
5.0
2.0
ENG81
Dec 10, 2006

ha mrs. wright the coolest teacher i've had all year. She's so layed back and easy to talk to it's as if she's one of the students. He class was a great always up for random talks. She's a great teacher!!!

5.0
1.0
ENG84R
Jan 24, 2007

mrs wright was great! she kept the class interesting & wanted us to do good. makes you attend class, but good discussions.

5.0
1.0
ENG83B
Dec 18, 2007

She is the best teacher. Fair. Always trying to help her students.

5.0
1.0
ENG84
Jun 7, 2008

The Best teacher EVERRRRR she helped me with everytihng... sooo laid back with everything home work test... ect i couldnt have asked for a better teacher if u dont take eng with her ur dumb because she is not olny easy but supper coool talks and hangs out love u mrs wright ur the BESSTT

5.0
1.0
ENG84R
Jun 9, 2008

awesomest teacher ive had since i began school!! she makes learning fun and interesting for it being so early in the morning it was worht being awake!!! you rock mrs wright!!!

4.0
2.0
ENGL2033
Jun 10, 2008

REAL COOL TEACHER. REALLY EASY TO UNDERSTAND DOESN'T LEAVE THAT MUCH OF HOMEWORK AND IF SHE DOES IT IS PRETTY BASIC.

5.0
2.0
ENGLI84R
Jun 14, 2008

OMG..where do i start with ms.Wright???she is so wonderful as a person,teacher and mentor.I even had her twice,b4 84R.She's the one that will help you through the course let you know when your falling and try her best to help you get right back up.She loves giving you a laugh with her narrative stories of her life/family ..ADD HER 84R !YOU ROCK!!!

5.0
1.0
ENGLI2033
Jun 15, 2008

she is amazing! so helpful, so fun, okay her class is just never boring. Nobody fell asleep in the class or fell asleep, or ditched the class because she is NOT BORING!!! plus she is very helpful. If you take her class, she will give you so much motivation and she is so clear and so quick at grading.

5.0
2.0
ENGL2111
Nov 14, 2008

MRS WRIGHT IS VERY HELPFUL AND CHILL IF YOU DONT DO AN ASSIGNMENT SHE GIVES YOU A WEEK TO TURN IT IN LATE.

5.0
1.0
ENG2128
Dec 5, 2008

I LOVE HER!By far the best teacher/person @smc.very understanding,work is fun,basic homework,makes learning fun,helpful,easy to talk to about school issues/life. I reccomend anyone to take her,she is the best, and you will walk out of her class a way better person!

4.0
2.0
ENG83A
Dec 11, 2008

Chill class. She was great!

4.0
1.0
ENG83A
Dec 11, 2008

She's great! I had such a great time in her class! she's cool and caring!

5.0
1.0
ENG83A
Dec 23, 2008

i just wanted to say that i havent been in school for awhile, but once i entered into this class, Ms Wright truly made me feel welcome. She was also very helpful. Thanks, Carolyn Lewis

5.0
1.0
ENG23
Dec 30, 2008

Such a great teacher! I loved her. Just take her seriously and she'll take you seriously. Easy class, just take a little bit of time for the lab and it's a piece of cake.

5.0
1.0
ENG83A
Jan 5, 2009

Ms. Wright is the best teacher i have had at SMC. She helps u if u ask and u can learn a lot.

5.0
1.0
ENG83
Feb 17, 2009

so helpful really cares for her students. she makes everyone in class get to know one other.i miss that class and i wish i had her for math too lol

5.0
1.0
ENG1327
Feb 17, 2009

Good teacher, pretty fun class and easy test.

5.0
1.0
ENG83A
May 20, 2009

She is awwwsome teacher.she helps you a lot if u dont get it. Her class is so much fun..i love her..

5.0
1.0
ENG83A
Aug 1, 2009

GREATEST TEACHER EVER!! LOVE HER <33

5.0
1.0
ENG83A
Aug 2, 2009

best in the west

5.0
1.0
ENG83A
Aug 11, 2009

I love this teacher!! She is amazing!! I had her during the summer and she is the best! Her work is very easy and you learn from it at the same time. She is trustable, you can stay after class and talk to her about things outside of class and she will listen, give advice, and keep what you tell her to herself.Great teacher, you will learn from her

5.0
1.0
ENG83A
Oct 18, 2009

Professor Wright is THE BEST professor I've had so far at SMC. You really learn a lot from her class. She isn't only a teacher but a friend as well. Her class was fun and easy. If you need help for anything, and I mean ANYTHING, she is there for you. She gives excellent advice too!!! HIGHLY RECOMMENDED!!! Wish I could take her again!LOVE HER!!! ;)

5.0
1.0
ENG81
Dec 15, 2009

Professor Wright is a great teacher I took her for the fall semester as a freshman in college and she is a great teacher though her class is easy you learn from it. She is a lenient teacher but don't take advantage of that becasue she can still get mad at the class if they don't do the work.

5.0
1.0
ENGLI2108
Dec 15, 2009

this teacvher is supper dopeshe really helps and she is a great teacher

5.0
1.0
ENGL2112
Dec 16, 2009

Shes an awesome teacher. Easy, fun, teaches with love.I highly recommend to take her class. She so sweet.But hey,just dont talk while shes talking, or else she gets angry. But my o my, would i take her class again. Shes AWESOME!!!

5.0
1.0
ENG81
Jan 31, 2010

I love her style. She is very understanding and nice and would give you the benefit of the doubt. Kind of woman who loves reminisce and talk about her kids. Extremely approachable. You learn a lot, and dramatically improve on you're reading. Just do what she asks, and you will pass. Period. Super easy class! Super easy professor!

5.0
2.0
ENGL83B
Feb 16, 2010

She a realy cool teacher, if u like to do group work u will love this class :)

5.0
1.0
ENG2088
Dec 16, 2010

Mrs. Wright is so freakin' awesome totally recommend to take her class dude!!! just don't use your cellaphone and talk amongst her while she is teaching she'll go angry on you haha but i love her! and she treats like an adult!

5.0
1.0
ENG83A
Dec 19, 2010

What can i say about Mrs. Wright. She is a very motivational teacher. I slacked off in her class alot, i didn't do her hw as often. The only reason i passed her class was because she is a very good instructional prof. for the final. I got an A

5.0
1.0
ENG83A
Dec 19, 2010

What can i say about Mrs. Wright. She is a very motivational teacher. I slacked off in her class alot, i didn't do her hw as often. The only reason i passed her class was because she is a very good instructional prof. for the final. I got an A on her final because she is crystal clear with everything. She is very very helpful.

5.0
2.0
ENG2082
Dec 22, 2010

This is the best Helpful teacher anyone can get, I Would really recommend her She is one of the nicest teacher really competitive in work but she helped you throughout your semester with her she explains things thoroughly All you need to do is study and return all assignments and attendance 3 easy Things you need to do So TAKE HER! GO DONT HESITATE

5.0
1.0
ENG2088
Dec 24, 2010

She is the best teacher i had so far.. i loved going to her class. i loved her stories and she is such a fun and joyful person. i learned so much in her class. all you need to do is your work and turn it in on time. and you'll pass with flying colors.

5.0
2.0
ENG84R
Feb 1, 2011

She is a great, fun teacher. I highly reccomend her. you can make it in 8 wks too. She is easy, she does give work, but it is simple to do. We do you our textbooks and read a nove, but it is simply just gotta stay on task & do good on quizzes.

5.0
1.0
ENGL83A
Dec 19, 2011

I don't know why looks matter in a professor so long as they teach well, but everyone has their preferences. This is one of the greatest out of all 3 English professors I've had. Work hard and keep up with the stories! Do well on the quizzes, and the tests will seem like nothing! IF you want recommendations, you got them. Do It!

5.0
2.0
ENGL84R
Feb 9, 2012

I LOVE THE CLASS, THE TEACHER IS VERY HELPFUL. I learn a lot from this semester Winter 2012. I will recommend it to anyone who is struggling with English Vocabulary or Main ideas. Love her attitude!

5.0
1.0
ENG84R
Feb 13, 2012

Best teacher ever she is super cool.i was absent many times but i did all my work and i did let her know i was going to be absent.. she is mad chill love the way she teaches.. she loves her students and can relate with them. very understanding and a GREAT teacher overall.Will recommend to anyone.just do your work and pay attention and you will pass

5.0
1.0
ENGLI2114
May 10, 2012

She's an amazing teacher, took her once, but would love to take her for all my english classes! she's the best.. You need to take her highly recommend it!!

5.0
2.0
ENG2007
Sep 26, 2012

She is so sweet!!! She cares about her students and always there to help you bring your grade up. Her class work are simple and very straight forward. She picks out fun short books for you to read and the quizzes are short and easy as well. HIGHLY RECOMMENDED! She very caring!

5.0
1.0
ENGLI2115
Dec 13, 2012

She is the "mother" teacher you wish you can stay with all through college!

5.0
2.0
ENG2149
Dec 13, 2012

she is a great teacher! i would love to have her again

5.0
1.0
ENGL2149
Dec 13, 2012

She's amazing, honestly the best professor i have ever had. Very down to earth and caring of her students. Wish she could teach all my college classes.

5.0
1.0
ENG2149
Dec 15, 2012

She's really cool and nice! Didn't think the class was going to be so easy! Wish I can have her again.

5.0
1.0
ENGL2149
Dec 17, 2012

Really amazing teacher! wish i had her again had a good time in her class.

5.0
1.0
ENG852000
May 10, 2013

She's such a great teacher. Class discussions are good lessons because you learn a lot. She herself is just cool. Definitely take her. All you have to do is show up and do your work. That's all she asks for, and you'll definitely pass if you do that. Wish I could have her again.

5.0
2.0
2000
Jun 14, 2013

extremely organized, well put together. very easy to pass if you put effort and do all your work. Good sense of humor! Best teacher ever!! love you Professor Wright!

5.0
1.0
ENGLISH85
Jul 27, 2013

Best teacher ever! Professor Wright is always a fun teacher to be with. Do your work and you'll definitely pass. Attendance is very important to her so always be on time. Im truly going to miss her!

4.0
2.0
ENGLISH83A
Jan 9, 2014

good class...just gets me sleepy.She likes to make you carry a lot of stuff just for her class so make sure to haven an extra bag!

5.0
2.0
ENGLISH85
Grade: A
May 18, 2014

Professor Wright is one of my favorite teachers. She is so bubbly and kind. She cares for her students and can be very understanding, but at the end of the day her motto is "you gotta do what you gotta do". A lot of work, but if you can get it done, Easy A! Very serious about attendance!!

5.0
3.0
ENGLISH21A
Jun 10, 2014

the best English teacher so far in smc!!!!!!!!must take her class shes chill and fun. very straight up with you.

5.0
1.0
ENG21A2002
Jun 13, 2014

Professor Wright is the teacher you NEED to take! She is extremely helpful with all questions and assignments. Truly cares about your performance in the class. The best teacher I have had who has cared about my academics since grade school. I would recommend her for EVERYONE!! Thank You so much Mrs. Wright

5.0
2.0
ENGLISH85
Jul 31, 2014

Mrs.Wright is the best, she understands people do struggle with English, and give awesome/fun lessons which makes you understand. I highly recommend you to take that professor!

5.0
2.0
ENG85
Aug 1, 2014

Prof Wright cares for each of her students success. She understands that if you don't understand something she will help you. She is a caring teacher and will watch out for her students. Her teaching skills and methods are what makes the class interesting. A teacher you must take!!

5.0
2.0
ENGLISH85
Aug 1, 2014

Mrs. Wright is an amazing teacher. She is very caring when it comes to her students. Plus she has a great taste in books and music. A must take teacher!

5.0
2.0
ENGLISH85
Aug 5, 2014

Wow! For my first college professor, I say she would be the most outstanding. Professor Wright has taught me a lot for the summer session of 2014. If you take her for any English class, it's mandatory. No one will instruct you better than Professor Wright!

5.0
1.0
ENGLISH85
Grade: A
Jan 3, 2015

She is the best!

5.0
2.0
1285
Grade: A
Feb 12, 2015

Professor Wright is very helpful. She reples her emails pretty fast, you can always ask questions. If you do the all the assignments, easy A in this class. Amazing professor.

5.0
1.0
ENGL85
Feb 13, 2015

She is an awesome and amazing professor. Everyday there is always something new and her lectures are very helpful and entertaining. She will even make things simple for you to understand. She is always there to help out in anyway possible. You will love her because she is amazing :)

4.0
5.0
ENGLISH85
Feb 15, 2015

she's determined for the best in a student; the DYNAMIC concepts to understanding every lecture's topic has no telling what is experienced an influenced to one's interpretation but lessons always go beyond the meaning of english. :)

5.0
4.0
ENGLISH85
Grade: A
Aug 1, 2015

The teacher respects her students and is very clear on what she is doing.

5.0
4.0
ENGLISH85
Grade: A
Aug 1, 2015

Hands down am amazing professor! She combines English with music and stuff that happen around the world, so you will have a bit of everything. Expect homework! Professor Wright is such a cool, rad, hilarious and amazing teacher! Enjoy your time with her in class!! Highly recommended teacher; take her class!

5.0
1.0
ENGLISH85
Grade: A+
Aug 31, 2015

I had for the summer and she was awesome! She combined many things to keep the class interesting like music, psychology, and of course English! She really helps you to pass the class! I really enjoyed having her class. You guys should really take her class, you won't regret it! :)

5.0
4.0
ENG85
Grade: A
Jun 10, 2016
Would take again

Teacher was great

5.0
2.0
ENG85
Grade: A+
Jul 28, 2016
Would take again

Absolute best professor! You will learn a lot in her class! She cares a lot.. Thanks for everything, Prof Wright!

5.0
1.0
ENG85
Grade: A
Dec 2, 2016
Would take again

Professor Wright is great. If you show up and do your work you will definitely pass her class! Pay attention in class as well, you'll learn a lot from her.

Gives good feedback
Get ready to read
5.0
2.0
ENGLISH85
Dec 14, 2016
Would take again

Best teacher ever !!! Profesor Wright makes sure you succeed in the class. Took her class in the Winter & got waived into English 1 the following semester!

Get ready to read
Participation matters
Skip class? You won't pass.
5.0
1.0
ENG85
Grade: B+
Dec 14, 2016
Would take again

She's absolutely amazing! You learn a lot from her class, from English to the real world. Also gives great feedback on essays. She is very caring for her students, I highly recommend her.

Respected
Inspirational
Amazing lectures
5.0
1.0
ENGLISH21A
Grade: A+
Jun 16, 2017
Would take again

Had an amazing time in her class! If given the opportunity, I'd have her instruct all my English classes.

Gives good feedback
Respected
Caring
5.0
2.0
ENGLISH21A
Grade: B+
Aug 26, 2017
Would take again

Amazing loved her class, loved all the discussions.

Gives good feedback
Participation matters
Amazing lectures
5.0
3.0
ENG1
Grade: B+
Dec 12, 2018
Would take again

she is an amazing professor. I like her a lot. She relates to students and she cares about the class. Don't miss her lectures because it will hurt you in the long run.

Gives good feedback
Hilarious
Caring
5.0
4.0
ENG2128
Grade: A
May 24, 2019
Would take again

She's wonderful. Really cares about her students and their grades. She wants you to pass. She's a very good teacher and is extremely intelligent. You'll need to go to class and do all of the reading and assignments but I learned a lot.

Lots of homework
Get ready to read
Caring
5.0
1.0
ENG128
Grade: A-
Jun 7, 2019
Would take again

Professor Wright is literally so amazing!!!! One of the best teachers they have, I'm so glad I took her. If you take Mrs. Wright to make sure to always complete your assignments (on time) because she'll provide feedback on how you can do better on future ones. Also, attendance matters if you choose not to go, well that's on you.

Gives good feedback
Inspirational
Clear grading criteria
5.0
2.0
ENGL85
Grade: A
Feb 13, 2020
Would take again

Professor Wright was amazing, her class is fun and engaging. She cares about her students and wants everyone to succeed. When homework was assigned it wasn't time-consuming. She always allowed time to work on essays in class. Prof. Wright is a real gem and I highly recommend her!

Gives good feedback
Hilarious
Caring
5.0
3.0
ENG1327
Grade: A
Apr 21, 2020
Would take again

I hated to write before I took Professor Wright! Incredible teacher that creates content around interesting topics.

Gives good feedback
Respected
Participation matters
5.0
3.0
ENGLISH1
Nov 20, 2020
Would take again

I literally adore this professor , one of the most amazing teachers I have ever come across from kinder to high school, shes extremely kind and helpful.

Participation matters
Amazing lectures
Gives good feedback
5.0
3.0
ENG1
Grade: A+
Dec 31, 2021
Would take again

Took professor Wright this past 21 summer and it was an AMAZING way to start my journey of getting back into school! This was my first time taking an online course, and it was very smooth! There is a lot of reading, but very doable (coming from one that doesn't read for fun/often at all). Fairly easy! 2-3 Big essays, just STAY AHEAD, ASK Q PICK HER

Gives good feedback
Clear grading criteria
Lecture heavy
5.0
2.0
ENGL1
Grade: A+
Jan 15, 2022
Would take again

Fantastic teacher. She is very fair and gives much leniency in regards to due dates on homework and papers. The only one that keeps you from getting an A in her class is yourself.

Accessible outside class
Hilarious
Caring
5.0
2.0
ENGL1ENGL28
Grade: A+
Jan 15, 2022
Would take again

Great teacher that cares about students. You will write a few long papers; however, this is an English class so that is to be expected. If you show up and just do the work, you will pass. The people who struggled to get an A just never did the homework on time. She does a great job as a teacher; do your job as a student and you will be fine.

Accessible outside class
Hilarious
Caring
5.0
4.0
ENG1
Grade: A
Mar 5, 2022
Would take again

I took professor wrights winter courses which was more fast paced but so worth it!! It a lot of homework and writing but I learned sooo much I would recommend taking her class she is super nice teacher and knowledgeable she is also a psychologist which makes her lecture way more interesting!!!

Lots of homework
Hilarious
Caring
5.0
2.0
ENGL1ENGL28
Grade: A+
Jun 6, 2022
Would take again

I never liked English class in all my years of schooling up until now. This class has genuinely kept me engaged I honestly didn't expect I would be able to write 5+ page long essays. She accepts late work which is very ADHD friendly. This class is one of my favorite classes I've ever taken. Super sweet and chill, wish she taught English 2!

Inspirational
Caring
5.0
2.0
ENG128
Grade: A
Jun 9, 2022
Would take again

Taking this class literally changed the way I view the world. This class was not only a language class. It taught me things I never knew were that important. The topics she introduced to us were fascinating and encouraging. She's always accessible outside of class and actually wants you to succeed. She's super kind!

Group projects
Caring
Accessible outside class
5.0
2.0
ENG128
Grade: Not sure yet
Nov 1, 2022
Would take again

This teacher was amazing! Gladly explains everything you have to question about homework or essays. Homework is pretty easy and she is very lenient.

Get ready to read
Clear grading criteria
Gives good feedback
5.0
1.0
ENG1
Grade: A
Feb 17, 2023
Would take again

The best professor! I recommend taking her class because she explains it well. No

EXTRA CREDIT
Inspirational
Caring
5.0
3.0
ENG1
Grade: A
Dec 6, 2024
Would take again

Prof. Wright was the best English 1 teacher I could've asked for. Caring, responsive, and patient, all the while being an effective lecturer. Please take her course!!!

Clear grading criteria
Caring
Accessible outside class
5.0
3.0
ENG1
Grade: A
Aug 2, 2025
Would take again

Ms. Wright was an excellent teacher and I would reccomend to anyone who needs an English 1 class. She had engaging lectures, an easy to navigate canvas, and she responded to emails promptly. Loved her course and the books she had us read.

Participation matters
Amazing lectures
Gives good feedback
Class Info

Online Classes

100%

Attendance Mandatory

83%

Textbook Required

75%

Grade Predictor

Your expected effort level

LowHigh

Predicted Grade

A+

95% confidence
Based on 26 grades
Most common grades:
A (15)
A+ (7)
B+ (3)
Grade Distribution
A(22)B(0)C(0)D(0)F(0)A-/B+(4)
Based on 27 reported grades
A: 15
A+: 7
B+: 3
A-: 1
Common Tags
Gives good feedback (11)
Caring (11)
Participation matters (5)
Hilarious (5)
Get ready to read (4)
Inspirational (4)
Clear grading criteria (4)
Accessible outside class (4)
Rating Trend

Stable

+0.05 avg change
Mar
Jun
Nov
Feb
Dec
Aug
Last 6 months
Ratings by Course

1285

5.0

(1)

2000

5.0

(1)

ENG81

5.0

(3)

ENG84R

5.0

(4)

ENG83B

5.0

(1)
+34 more courses
Difficulty by Course

ENGLISH1

3.0

ENG1

2.8

ENG2128

2.5

ENGLISH85

2.4

1285

2.0

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