3.9

Nicole Vadino

Sociology - Community College of Philadelphia

3.9
Quality
3.2
Difficulty
56%
Would Retake
150
Reviews
3.9
Quality
3.2
Difficulty
3.9
Helpful
3.8
Clarity

56%

Would Retake

150

Reviews

Rating Distribution
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5

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What Students Say

Loved this class and prof

SOC233 - 5.0 rating

You have to work in this class, but she is a great professor

SOC101 - 5.0 rating
Class Info

Online Classes

100%

Attendance Mandatory

92%

Textbook Required

60%

Grade Predictor

Your expected effort level

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Predicted Grade

A-

95% confidence
Based on 65 grades
Most common grades:
A+ (29)
A (19)
Not sure yet (9)
Grade Distribution
A(48)B(8)C(6)D(4)F(0)A-/B+(3)
Based on 83 reported grades
A+: 29
A: 19
Not sure yet: 9
B: 5
Common Tags
Gives good feedback (28)
Participation matters (20)
EXTRA CREDIT (20)
Lots of homework (19)
Get ready to read (16)
So many papers (16)
LOTS OF HOMEWORK (12)
SO MANY PAPERS (8)
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Ratings by Course

233

5.0

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SOC101233

5.0

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SOCIOLOGY233

5.0

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SOC101N

5.0

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SOC202

5.0

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Difficulty by Course

SOC101N

5.0

SOCI215

5.0

CRIMINOLOGY215

4.4

SOC14689

4.0

SOCIOLOGY

4.0

Reviews (150)
5.0
1.0
SOC101233
Feb 12, 2005

Take this teacher if you have the chance. Come to class and do your work and I guarantee that you will get an EASY A. She's also very helpful if you have any questions. One of the best teacher at CCP.

5.0
1.0
SOCIOLOGY233
Grade: Not_Sure_Yet
Aug 27, 2005

Great prof, need anymore proof? Easy A professor. Gives you the many chances to increase your grade in her class. Plus, many opportunities for extra credit. Who can ask for more than that?!

5.0
3.0
SOC101
Jan 18, 2006

She is a great professor, she's funny and cool. You must do all of your assignments on time and show up for class on time.There is a good amount of group work and homework but she does her best to make each assignment as fun as possible,and her class can actually be enjoyable.

5.0
2.0
SOCI101
Aug 16, 2006

I love her class. You will learn a lot in her class because she makes it more interesting than the other professor I've heard about. Gets the whole class involved in projects, status, etc. offers extra credits.

5.0
2.0
SOC101
Sep 19, 2006

She was very nice and easy to understand. If you follow the notes and do your projects you should do good. I got an A

5.0
1.0
SOC212
Grade: A
Oct 11, 2006

Nicole is awesome! Genuinely enjoys whats she's teaching. Just show up(on time), do the work. She doesn't take BS, won't accept assignments late, but that's what makes her a great prof.

5.0
2.0
SOC101
Nov 30, 2006

I think she was very good. I recommend her to everyone. she's the bomb. She will really work with you so that you understand the material.

5.0
2.0
SOC101
May 14, 2007

Unbelievable! I haven't met such a fantastic professor in my entire life. Even though the amount of work was somewhat burdensome, I actually learned something valuable from those assignments and You will do. Take her without any hesitation. God bless CCP

5.0
3.0
SOC101
Jul 9, 2007

THE BEST TEACHER @CCP, I LOVED HER SHE WAS THE BEST AND I GOT AN B JUST LIKE THAT, HER CLASS IS FUN AND INTERESTING. ESPECIALLY THE SURVEYS THAT WE HAD TO DO AROUND SCHOOL THAT WAS FUN, EASY PROJECTS EVERYTHING IS EASY.

5.0
3.0
SOC101
Aug 25, 2007

This is what college is all about-finding great teachers that know how to keep it real, entertaining, and informative!

4.0
2.0
SOC101
Nov 15, 2007

This class is a must take. Nicole is very interesting and the class is fun. The down side is there are too many projects to do; most are really fun and informative though. I'm getting that end of the semester burn out. Take this class if you want to learn something about the world you live in and the people around you. YOU NEED THE BOOK.

5.0
5.0
SOC101N
Dec 11, 2007

Nicole Vadino is a very kind and caring professor. I am not so sure about the easy A thing. I will say that I agree with the comments about doing a lot of work. READ THAT TEXT BOOK, STUDY HARD. Her tests are NO JOKE!!!! She loves her job and you can tell. Take her any chance you get, she is approachable, fun, and considerate.

5.0
4.0
SOC215
Jan 2, 2008

THIS CLASS IS NOT AN EASY ''A'' YOU HAVE TO WORK HARD WITH A LOT OF CLASS PRESENTATIONS. BEST TEACHER @ CCP. GOD BLESS

4.0
2.0
SOC101
Jan 25, 2008

she make sociology interesting.. i like her as a teacher, she loves to teach and u can tell..highly recommended

5.0
3.0
SOC101
Feb 29, 2008

her class is really good because she is that good. but for everyone that its an easy A yall need to reword. its only easy if you understand and really do the work. slackers she'll get at you for that. but she very understanding on situation just don't bullshyt her. OVERall BEST teacher in CCP. Wish i could take her to TEMPLE!

5.0
2.0
SOC101
Mar 24, 2008

THE BEST TEACHER AT CCP... LOVE HER CLASS, LOVE HER TEACHING STYLE..MAKE SOCIOLOGY VERY INTERESTING..

5.0
1.0
SOC101
Apr 25, 2008

Weekly forums...but the discussions are great.... There are a few papers due... most of the work in this class are forum responses...which unlike any other class aren't tedious and boring..they are actually interesting.

5.0
3.0
SOC101
May 2, 2008

Shes a good teacher and gives you a chance to bring your grade up with extra credit points

5.0
2.0
SOC101
May 15, 2008

HER CLASS IS THE BEST. THE BEST TEACHER AT CCP. SHE KEEPS IT REAL, SHE KEEPS THE CLASS INTERESTED AND HER CLASS CAN BE A LOT OF FUN.. I WILL DEFINETLY TAKE ANOTHER CLASS WITH HER AGAIN..

5.0
2.0
SOC101
Jul 29, 2008

Good teacher, reasonable person. Take her class!

5.0
2.0
SOC101
Aug 25, 2008

I took Soc as a summer class. There were alot of assignments but very dueable. Make sure you keep up with the forums. Ms. Vadino was very interactive I really enjoyed her class. You will learn alot, I def rec you take her class

5.0
3.0
SOC101
Nov 22, 2008

Professor Vadino is one of the most inspirational teachers I've ever had. She takes the information and conveys in a way that is fun, engaging and interactive. Her assignments are always creative and out of the box type of sociology work that keeps the student learning in many different ways. One can not help but be drawn to her by her captivati

5.0
1.0
SOC212
Dec 19, 2008

Prof. Vadino is a good teacher. She was very unorganized. She gave a lot of assignments so you have to work at this class but she is an easy grader, her finals are fun. She said to the class that she made the class in such a way that there is a lot of work in the beginning and not a lot in the end but it is not true.

5.0
3.0
SOC101
May 7, 2009

I took her online class..she was great. She gave a lot of work but not hard at all. She is a really good teacher. She is fast to respond to emails and really cares about her students and her subject...Take her she is great!!

5.0
1.0
SOC212
May 17, 2009

Disorganized. It took a while to get our assignments back, but over all the class was great. If you show up, she takes points of for every absence but gives an opportunity to make those points up, and do the heavy but not hard workload it is an easy A, considering the final was easy enough for a second grader to do. Prof. Vadino is awesome.

3.0
3.0
SOCFAM
Jun 17, 2009

She gives alot of homework. but class isn 't that bad. just dont forget to sign in for forums. you will recieve an F.

5.0
1.0
SOC101
Jul 24, 2009

Ms. Nicole is the best teacher. if you need to learn a lot, have a nice time while in class.very helpful, gentle, hardworking, serious.Take her if you need to enjoy learning sociology.A+ teacher.

5.0
1.0
SOC101
Jul 27, 2009

Nicole was very helpful, I would take another course with her.

1.0
5.0
SOC101
Nov 18, 2009

When you see the name or this professor "NICOLE VADINO" RUN FROM FOR BORDER!!!!!!!!!!! & I don't mean the mexican border !!!!!!!!!!!

5.0
3.0
SOC202
Dec 23, 2009

Vadino is such a cool teacher. She is very understading and very down to earth. As a student Id say her classes are actually very fun. Shes a great teacher and really gets the class into the material. However she does give out a lot of writing assignments. Also her test are extremely hard! But if you read the text you will pass. Not an easy A.

5.0
2.0
SOC233
Jan 11, 2010

whoever wrote run from the boarder is crazy. this teacher gave a nice amount of reading assignments but it was the funnest online class I've ever taken. I loved it.

2.0
5.0
SOCI215
Apr 10, 2010

shes the worst teacher that i had this simester.

4.0
1.0
SIO101
May 5, 2010

My 1st online class. LOVED IT! A lot of work, but easy. EASY TO THE BONE!

4.0
2.0
SOC101
Mar 8, 2011

I love her and her class. She is very easy . She gives u alot of work but very easy . If you attend any work or class work u will earn a good grade. She is not tough.. she is very nice . Love her.

2.0
4.0
SOC101
Apr 10, 2011

Took this class online #EPIC FAIL! The assignments require a lot of writing, which would be okay if she would grade the assignments in a timely manner. (Which she doesn't) So you're basically guessing what kindof work she expects until she grades 3 or 4 assignments at one time. Do not take this online, don't do it!

5.0
2.0
SOC212
Apr 21, 2011

She is a awesome teacher, she gives a lot of work but not hard at all. Her class is very interesting and fun. She also help with anything your struggling with. I took her class online and everything was fine. Just complete all your assignments and you will do a good job.

5.0
3.0
SOC101
May 16, 2011

I really enjoyed this class and this teacher. She does assign a lot of work, but it's not overboard (especially for an online class). The forums and assignments were pretty interesting, and tests were not that hard. Definitely a teacher I would take again.

4.0
3.0
SOC101
Jul 5, 2011

she is easy but she gives tons of work, her tests are crazy but she is an easy grader

5.0
3.0
SOC101
Aug 7, 2011

A classmate suggested I take her class. If I could have Pro Vadino for all my classes at CCP, I would be very happy. She is great!!! She makes you dig deep inside yourself and see how you see the world and the people around you. She is terrific!! This was an online class. Students take her classes you will learn a lot and leave her class better.

5.0
1.0
SOC215
Aug 11, 2011

I would definetly recommend this professor. She is helpful and is there to answer all your questions. She does give alot of worl but is clear and easy to complete.

5.0
3.0
SOC101
Sep 2, 2011

she is a great professor i learned so much in this class , she uses a very creative interactive approach and i would say that you will be pleased....

5.0
3.0
SOC101
Dec 2, 2011

She is a wonderful professor. Anytime I had a question she was quick to respond. She gave multiple extra credit assignments for those who wanted to boost their grade. I would take her class again anytime!

5.0
3.0
SOC101
Dec 14, 2011

What a great teacher! I wish I needed to take more Sociology classes, because she is the type of teacher every college student should have. Take her class and thank me later. It may not be the easiest - not hard either - but it was very enjoyable. Again, a great teacher. Thanks!

5.0
3.0
SOC101
Dec 23, 2011

Overall, an excellent instructor. Graded papers consistently and in a timely manner, providing both positive and negative feedback. In fact, this was such a positive experience that I am looking into other classes of this nature. Of course I'll be selecting her again.

5.0
3.0
SOC212
Apr 18, 2012

highly recommended

5.0
3.0
SOC101
Apr 28, 2012

Excellent instructor!

5.0
2.0
SOC101
May 8, 2012

Great Professor!She is very clear and helpful with the subject.Exams are not easy must study hard. She give out plenty of assignments and provide many extra credits.I have her for online class.She grade assignments and respond to e-mails in a timely manner. Highly recommended!

5.0
3.0
SOC212
May 20, 2012

Online. Have taken her twice. Easily the most helpful, most professional instructor I have encountered. Her classes are not easy but they are not ridiculously difficult. If you keep up with the reading and participation in the discussions, the papers write themselves. Highly recommended.

4.0
3.0
SOC101
Aug 7, 2012

She is the best teacher! This is the third on line class I have taken with her. I would take more classes with her if possible, but I already took them all. She is interesting, her topics are great and you can tell she loves what she does.

4.0
2.0
SOC101
Aug 24, 2012

Really cool! If you just do your work and study from the text you will do great. She will sometimes let you redo things and she's caring, maybe it's the mother in her lol. She get's all her questions for exams in this books. MAKE SURE U POST IN FORUMS IF YOU TAKE THIS ONLINE! Group project for the online class that was kind of a buzz kill

5.0
3.0
SOC212
Aug 30, 2012

I am so thankful to my friend who recommended me Mrs. Vadino, because she is more than just a teacher she is a great helper and will never let you fail if you try! She answered all of my questions on time and helped me thru every step of the class.She does require a lot of essays, but they are all fun and easy. I highly recommend this teacher!!!

3.0
5.0
SOC101
Oct 21, 2012

DO NOT RECOMMEND AT ALL!!! FOR HOMEWORK SHE ECEPT ALL MY IDEAS, AND WROTE ME THAT EVERYTHING IS CORRECT. BUT I NEED TO EXPAND MY IDEAS. I'M NOT SO TALKATIVE, SO SHE DO NOT GIVE ME MAX POINTS. DO NOT TAKE ONLINE CLASS, IT'S MORE WORK THAT IN CAMPUS !!!

1.0
5.0
SOC101
Nov 13, 2012

Do not recommend to take online course. So hard, a lot of writing, reading. Maybe in a campus also.

3.0
4.0
SOC101
Nov 28, 2012

There is a lot of mandatory forum participation, a writing assignment every week, & some projects mixed in. Lot of work. Writing assignments are on thoughts & feelings, tests on dates & theories. Turn in assignments on time and you'll be fine. Not as fun as I'd expected SOC to be, though.

5.0
1.0
SOC101
Nov 30, 2012

Probably my favorite teacher ever. She is so kind and gives lots of feedback. I disliked her group project and the exams were a little too much. But besides that, I would definitely recommend her if you want an easy A and a fun experience!

2.0
5.0
SOC215
Dec 12, 2012

this is by far the worst online experience of my whole college experience. mandatory forum participation must post 3 different days a week and gives a 4-6 page paper dude every monday. midterm and final are essay form only 100 mins to complete. does not tell you whats on them or prepares you! DO NOT TAKE

5.0
1.0
SOC101
Dec 18, 2012

Ms. Vadino was an exceptional teacher. The assignments are not only simplistic but are enjoyable. You actually learn. I would recommend this teacher to fellow classmates. The only way you could failed her class is if you A. plagiarized B. Do not bother to do the assignments.

5.0
3.0
SOC101
Dec 22, 2012

Ms. Vadino wants you to get an A! Took her class online but I wish I would of taken in class, I think I would of enjoyed it even more. If you take online, make sure you post in the forums and WORK ON YOUR GROUP PROJECT. Plenty of opportunity for extra credit and responds quick to emails. Good Luck :)

5.0
5.0
CRIMINOLOGY215
Jul 8, 2013

by far not easy! I took it for 8 weeks & worked until the very end! she gives papers due every friday, not one or two page papers, research papers! she gives a midterm and final essay form, & forum discussions(mandatory participation)...

5.0
3.0
SOC101
Grade: Rather_Not_Say
Sep 7, 2013

Mrs. Vadino is a wonderful professor! She is very helpful and supportive! She always gives a feedback and tries to encourage you to do as best as you can! It was my best on-line experience. Yes, there is a lot of writing assignment but all of them make you feel different about yourself and the world around you! thank you, Nicole!

5.0
4.0
SOC14689
Grade: A
May 1, 2014

Professor Vadino is a great teacher, she is very demanding and requires you to do lots of research and write papers every week. She is very good about responding to e-mails and very interactive with her class. She offers extra credit if you need it. I really enjoyed her class and the discussions every week.

5.0
2.0
SOC212
Jul 9, 2014

Very good professor. Very helpful, and assignments were fair. I took her online Sociology 101 class as well. I highly recommend her!

5.0
1.0
SOC212
Jul 9, 2014

Nicole Vadino is an exceptional teacher. This class is easy, all you have to do is follow the assignments and participate in the discussions. I took her Sociology 101 class last year, and got an A in that class as well. I highly recommend her.

5.0
4.0
SOC101
Grade: A
Aug 6, 2014

BEWARE...This teacher gives a lot of work!! Be prepared to type papers every week. This is one of the worst online classes that I have ever taken. However, if you do what is asked then you should receive an "A". Mandatory group forum post, 1-2 papers due a week, and a group project which I hated.

3.0
4.0
ONLINE
Nov 21, 2014

This is the worse teacher that I have ever had. She has you writing papers every week a few times a week. The assignments given are ridiculous and she is not very understanding or patient with her students. She will drop you from class if you don't post in group three times a week. She thinks that people only have time for her class .

4.0
4.0
SOCIOLOGY
Dec 8, 2014

Professor Vadino is a very good instructor but I hate the fact that she made us do group projects. Not that I don't like people, but I don't like for my grades to depend on others, plus they are really difficult when you're taking courses online. Other than that I took several of her classes and liked each one - did very well and learned plenty.

3.0
5.0
SOC101
Grade: Not sure yet
Dec 20, 2014

Warning Warning !!! DO NOT TAKE HER if you want a life.. her assignments are stupid and time consuming. She doesn't give you a chance to breath. If you work 40plus hours forget it -- please find another teacher. I have been non stop and every time I think I have a break onto writing another one. I'm counting down the days till I'm done -

3.0
4.0
SOC101
Grade: Rather not say
Dec 27, 2014

This class is not about being lazy - Its about having a life outside of her class. She makes you work till the last moment possible and her papers are ridiculous this is community college not Harvard ! She makes you uninterested in this class. Avoid her class If you can. Trust Me I am a straight A student and I work hard - Avoid HER !

5.0
1.0
233
Grade: A+
Dec 29, 2014

I was surprised to read that a lot of people didn't like professor Vadino. I have taken several online classes with her and I got a A in every class. Even though she does give a lot of writing assignments the work is really easy. The only thing that I do not like about her class is the fact that she gives groups assignments.

4.0
1.0
SOC233
Grade: A+
Apr 29, 2015

Nicole is very passionate about teaching. She is helpful, makes herself available to her students, and very fair about her grading. Her expectations are class participation and assignment completions, and she also gives one a chance to make correction Beware this is an intensive writing course so be prepared to do a lot of reading and writing.

4.0
4.0
SOC101
Grade: A
Sep 8, 2015

I took SOC 101 as a summer course (7 weeks). Nicole is a great teacher but will not allow you to have a life outside of class. She gave paper assignments due twice a week, plus discussions and a group project. Although the workload was tough to complete, I learned a lot. It's better to take her class during a 15 week semester.

2.0
4.0
SOC212
Grade: A
Oct 20, 2015

Taking an online class with this woman is like pulling teeth. I have emailed her at least 5 times with no response. I have never been in a class in which is so unorganized. She made me hate a class I once loved. Thanks Ms Vadino!

5.0
2.0
PSYC212
Grade: A+
Nov 17, 2015

She is an exceptional professor. She gives extensive feedback with specific comments and related resources. She gives a lot of homework but she allows students to retake quizzes so if you put the effort in then you will do well! She is very knowledgable about the subject, I learned so much from her 5 week class. I would absolutely take her again.

4.0
3.0
SOC233
Grade: A+
Dec 15, 2015

This class was very educational for me. The text was Amazing, i think my favorite part. Will be keeping that book on my shelf forever. She does require a lot of work, mandatory discussion, 5 readings a week + Quest., weekly quizzes on the readings, 5 papers. But it will be worth it. You will learn so much! She is pretty clear, do the work and pass!

5.0
3.0
SOC101
Grade: A+
Feb 8, 2016

I had to work very hard in this online class to get an A.

1.0
5.0
SOC101
Feb 24, 2016

SHE MIGHT A GOOD INSTRUCTOR BUT SHE HAS NO EXPERIENCE WITH INSTRUCTING AN ONLINE CLASS TAKING BY ADULT STUDENTS WHO WORK. SHE CAN ALSO BE HARD TO DEAL WITH.

5.0
4.0
SOC212
Grade: A+
Apr 16, 2016

Although she assigns a LOT of work it's worthwhile and very related to the course. As long as you have the book the papers are easy, and she explains what she wants very well. Don't take this teacher if you are hoping to skim through the book and be able to keep up with the discussions because she does expect consistent participation.

5.0
4.0
CRIMINOLOGY215
Grade: B
Apr 19, 2016

Pretty easy just keep up!

3.0
4.0
SOC215
Grade: A
Jul 1, 2016
Would take again

She is all about class participation, discussions, and group projects in addition to 14 quizzes, midterm/final, and 7 papers in the 7 week course. She is not a difficult grader but she takes a long time to grade assignments. She wants to see that you are trying. This class is a lot of work and time, though it's not particularly difficult.

2.0
1.0
SOC212
Grade: A
Jul 20, 2016
Wouldn't take again

Class was boring if you want a easy A take the class. I found it boring, it was a waste of money on the text book. There was no reason or time to read it, go to topic and write about it. This class was a waste i expected to walk away with knowledge . The class is not interesting because you learn nothing and its opinionated

1.0
4.0
SOC215
Grade: C+
Jul 25, 2016
Wouldn't take again

She doesn't help when you have issues, instead she pretty much tells you to deal with it. She adds three + different assignments in one assignment. Everything written must be 1-3 full pages long. She shares links for assignments that don't work. Two test a week, one paper a week, & you must comment three different days in the discussions. Difficult

3.0
4.0
SOC233
Grade: C
Aug 28, 2016
Wouldn't take again

Do the work and you'll pass! I know If I would've applied myself, I would've worked for a much better grade. FYI, she gives feedback on everything. Be ready to read, read, read and watch YouTube videos. Have an open mind. Good Luck!

Gives good feedback
Get ready to read
GROUP PROJECTS
2.0
4.0
SOC101
Oct 3, 2016
Wouldn't take again

I do not like to complain about teachers, but jeez. With her you cannot have a life outside your computer and canvas. And people have full time jobs and families. I have to sit a few hours every day to complete the long and tedious assignments. It feels like my major is sociology. And it's far from it.

Tough Grader
Participation matters
LOTS OF HOMEWORK
4.0
2.0
SOC101
Grade: A+
Dec 28, 2016
Would take again

I think this class was fairly easy. At times there is a lot of work due, but she gives you enough time in advance to get your work done just can't wait until last minute. She doesn't grade hard at all and gives easy extra credit. Do all your work and you will easily get an A.

Participation matters
LOTS OF HOMEWORK
EXTRA CREDIT
5.0
2.0
SOC101
Grade: A+
Jan 15, 2017
Would take again

This professor is easily one of the best professors I've ever had. I took this class during the Winter 2017 semester. There's work and you have to participate in the discussions but the feedback you get is detailed. If you have a chance to take a class with this professor, DO IT! With all the extra credit, I ended up with a 103.01%. Loved it!

Gives good feedback
SO MANY PAPERS
EXTRA CREDIT
2.0
5.0
CRIMINOLOGY215
Feb 3, 2017
Wouldn't take again

This professor acts as though you have no outside life or other courses. Your expected to post online non-stop, 5-7 page paper every week, quiz every week, and group assign. I couldn't believe how much there was, and she will fail you if you miss just ONE assign. Also, her attitude is terrible. Do not take it you have any life or other courses.

SO MANY PAPERS
TEST HEAVY
GROUP PROJECTS
4.0
4.0
SOC233
Feb 25, 2017
Wouldn't take again

Speed reading would be a very good skill to have for this online class because there is a lot of reading and interpreting what you're reading into answers for essay/discussion questions, multiple choice quizzes, mini papers, and online discussion boards. Full time work is difficult to juggle with this class. Needs lots of homework time!!!!!!!

LOTS OF HOMEWORK
EXTRA CREDIT
GROUP PROJECTS
3.0
4.0
SOC101
Grade: Not sure yet
Oct 19, 2017
Would take again

I would advise against taking this as a 7 wk course esp. in conjunction with another course. Workload is extreme especially for a 101 level class. She is not tough grader, but the assignments are extremely time consuming. She gives ex. credit, and decent feedback. Was very unresponsive on the few occasions I reached out to her which was frustrating

Get ready to read
LOTS OF HOMEWORK
EXTRA CREDIT
4.0
2.0
SOC101
Grade: A+
Nov 16, 2017
Would take again

This class was very informative. You will learn alot from this course. It's an easy A as far as content goes. She values your opinion more and wants to know you understand the material and she wants to see interaction in discussions. She isn't a tough grader however, expect to not take on so many courses with this class. Hard to juggle with.

Participation matters
LOTS OF HOMEWORK
SO MANY PAPERS
5.0
4.0
SIO101
Grade: A+
Dec 13, 2017
Would take again

By far the BEST professor I have ever had! Some complain about the work that goes into the course, but if you put the time in and pace yourself with time management. You will have no problem in Amy course you take with Nicole. I have taken several of her courses and she is an absolute gem, so nice, helpful and understanding. Believes in you.

Respected
Participation matters
Inspirational
5.0
3.0
SOC215
Grade: B+
Dec 20, 2017
Would take again

Professor Vadino was amazing. Her expectations are extremely clear from the start of the semester. She gives at least three chances of receiving extra credit. The discussion are ALWAYS very interesting and knowledgeable. Very easy to pass this class and have a clear understanding of the material being covered throughout the semester.

Participation matters
Clear grading criteria
EXTRA CREDIT
1.0
5.0
SOC215
Grade: Rather not say
Dec 28, 2017
Wouldn't take again

She doesnt care that you have other classes to take she always want to fail students. And is a horrible professor she doesnt care about the progress of students

Tough Grader
Skip class? You won't pass.
LOTS OF HOMEWORK
5.0
4.0
SOC101
Grade: Not sure yet
Jan 8, 2018
Would take again

I took this class for the 4 week winter session. This class was ALOT of work . Lots of papers, readings and discussion questions You have to post 3 times total for each discussion question and you have to post on 3 different days Quizzes for every chapter midterm is essay form . Very easier grader if you just follow instructions . Good feedback

Get ready to read
LOTS OF HOMEWORK
Would take again
5.0
4.0
SOC233
Grade: A
Jan 12, 2018
Would take again

Loved this class and prof. Vadino!

Gives good feedback
Get ready to read
Participation matters
5.0
2.0
SOC212
Grade: A+
May 1, 2018
Would take again

I took Nicole for soc online as an elective and she was great!!!! It was a lot of work to keep up with but the subject matter was interesting so it made the assignments a breeze. She is fair as long as you participate and follow her instructions and gives great feedback on all assignment, would definitely take her again!

Gives good feedback
Participation matters
SO MANY PAPERS
5.0
4.0
SOC101
Grade: A
Jul 9, 2018
Would take again

You have to work in this class, but she is a great professor. Gives great commentary and feedback regarding assignments, and I enjoyed her teaching style. She has a three day post minimum and I now use that rule for all discussion board forums in all classes out of habit. Do the work and put in the effort and time, and you should be fine.

Gives good feedback
Get ready to read
Participation matters
1.0
5.0
SOC215
Grade: Not sure yet
Jul 13, 2018
Wouldn't take again

By far worst teacher I ever had at CCP and this is my last semester. Never had 13 assignments on my first week of online classes. This class is harder then both of my classes put together last semester. 5-7 page papers every single week on top of 10 other assignments. DO NOT TAKE THIS LADY!! TRUST ME

Tough Grader
LOTS OF HOMEWORK
SO MANY PAPERS
1.0
5.0
SOC215
Grade: Not sure yet
Jul 16, 2018
Wouldn't take again

WORST TEACHER EVER!!!!!!!!!! DO NOT TAKE HER!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Tough Grader
LOTS OF HOMEWORK
SO MANY PAPERS
5.0
2.0
SIO101
Grade: A
Jul 30, 2018
Would take again

Great teacher! I took professor vadino as an online course for sociology 101 Lots of work, but it's a clear view of what she expects. Her assignments were fun & interesting. She very easy to get in contact with & answered all questions will highly recommend! Do your work & weekly discussions you'll pass

Gives good feedback
Get ready to read
Participation matters
4.0
4.0
SOC215
Grade: A
Aug 5, 2018
Would take again

Professor Vadino is a great professor and i think she makes us works so hard because she want us to learn a lot and also we are college students that should be able to do all the work she gives. If you don't like to do a lot of work don't take this class. She gives essays every week and they be at least 3 to 7 pages some are 5 to 7 and other work.

Tough Grader
SO MANY PAPERS
GROUP PROJECTS
1.0
5.0
SIO101
Grade: Drop/Withdrawal
Oct 6, 2018
Wouldn't take again

Do not take her, I canceled her class. She is not caring about students and wants all to fail the class. Don't take her again.

1.0
5.0
SOC215
Grade: Drop/Withdrawal
Oct 6, 2018
Wouldn't take again

I have taken this online course, and it was the worst class I have ever taken with this horrible teacher. I don't recommend her to anyone.

4.0
4.0
SIO101
Grade: A+
Nov 26, 2018
Would take again

I took Soc101 Online for the 10 week course. It is a lot of work so make sure you have enough time every week to do it. Every week there is a discussion that you need to respond in 3 DIFFERENT days a week, a chapter to read with a 25 multiple choice question quiz, and a 3-5 page paper. She is an EASY grader if you do the work. Gives great feedback.

Get ready to read
LOTS OF HOMEWORK
SO MANY PAPERS
4.0
4.0
SOC215
Grade: C
Dec 5, 2018
Would take again

You must post in your discussion over the course of 3 days or it doesnt count. but Dr. Vadino gives good feedback and works with you. She is a solid teacher and knows her stuff. I learned alot in her course though I disagree with the discussion issue!

Tough Grader
Gives good feedback
Participation matters
1.0
5.0
SOC101
Grade: Not sure yet
Dec 24, 2018
Wouldn't take again

Do not. I repeat do NOT take her. The work load isn't on the level of an intro to anything class. I've written more papers in her class than 2 eng classes combined. The syllabus says one thing and then you get points taken off for following the syllabus. Save yourself the mental headache and find somebody else to take for this class.

Get ready to read
Skip class? You won't pass.
LOTS OF HOMEWORK
5.0
3.0
CRIMINOLOGY215
Grade: A+
Jan 16, 2019
Would take again

I had her for sociology criminology 215 and she was amazing. She was always accessible whenever you had questions. She does provide a lot of work but she's always available. She also gives great feedback on every assignment, whether it's what you did right, wrong, or even if you've exceeded her expectations. Her assignments are creative as well.

Gives good feedback
LOTS OF HOMEWORK
EXTRA CREDIT
5.0
2.0
SOC101
Grade: A+
Feb 19, 2019
Would take again

Absolutely LOVE HER! I took her for sociology 101 and for another sociology class both online and she was amazing! Assignments are very unique where you have to watch shows and write about them based on given guidelines and also conduct field studies where you go out and ask people questions. Very easy to get an A or B in her class

Gives good feedback
Participation matters
Clear grading criteria
4.0
3.0
SOC212
Grade: Not sure yet
Mar 20, 2019
Would take again

taking online. a lot of essays plus discussions and replies.

Lots of homework
EXTRA CREDIT
So many papers
5.0
3.0
SOC212
Grade: A
Mar 30, 2019
Would take again

She has to be one of the best professors I have had at this college (this is my 4th semester). She really cares about your progress and wants to see you do well. There are a good amount of essays, but they are not that hard if you start them early. The class itself is fun because we talk a lot about society and our own families.

Gives good feedback
Respected
Clear grading criteria
4.0
3.0
SOC215
Grade: A
Apr 13, 2019
Would take again

She is the best online teacher I ever had. The topics on my Family and marriage Sociology class are very relatable and modern. I just love her class.

5.0
4.0
SOC101
Grade: A+
Apr 18, 2019
Would take again

I took her online Sociology class. It was a lot of work (a 5-8 page paper due each week) but they werent difficult assignments. She gives awesome feedback and plenty of chances to get extra credit. Shes well organized and cares about what she teaches. She also responds back to emails really fast.

Gives good feedback
EXTRA CREDIT
So many papers
5.0
3.0
SOC215
Grade: A+
May 7, 2019
Would take again

I really enjoyed this classes lectures. She's an amazing teacher! She really cares about her students and provides quick and honest feedback on assignments. The homework is more so tedious, rather than hard. There's a good amount of work. I recommend this teacher to everyone

Gives good feedback
Respected
Amazing lectures
5.0
3.0
SOC101
Grade: A+
Jun 29, 2019
Would take again

Prof. Vadino is an amazing sociology teacher. She responds quick to emails and gives good feedback. She expects you to participate in discussions at least 3 days/week. She gives out a lot of extra credit points that will help you in the end. I took her class for Summer 1 and it was a lot of reading and papers to do; expect to do 2 papers a week.

Lots of homework
Participation matters
EXTRA CREDIT
3.0
4.0
SOC101
Grade: A
Jun 30, 2019
Would take again

I recommend not to take this class during the summer because she gives so many assignments to do. 2 paper, 2 quizzes, discussion all in each week. If you have enough time to manage, then its a good class for you. She's a good professor and gives good feedback.

Lots of homework
Participation matters
So many papers
5.0
2.0
SOC101
Grade: A+
Aug 19, 2019
Would take again

I took the 7 week soc. 101 course with her. She is AMAZING. She responds to emails within minutes, gives out extra credit for added participation in discussions and is a pretty easy grader. There are A LOT of papers and quizzes, but they're very easy and again, she is a really lenient grader; as long as you dedicate time in this class, easy A 100%

Gives good feedback
Lots of homework
EXTRA CREDIT
4.0
3.0
SOCI101
Grade: A+
Dec 9, 2019
Wouldn't take again

A lot of papers/assignments (observation summary, surveys) for each week, writing-intense and attention/time needed,she is an easy grader generally if you follow her detailed requirements, gave extra credit here and there. Overall, interesting topics, but glad that I dont need to take her class again

1.0
3.0
SOC215
Grade: B+
Dec 17, 2019
Wouldn't take again

Vadino gives tons of work, the assignments are not difficult there are just a lot of them and each are very time consuming. Most of the assignments are unnecessary. She can be very helpful however she is also very inconsiderate of your outside life and other classes. I would never take her class again. She also can be very rude.

Lots of homework
Participation matters
Skip class? You won't pass.
3.0
4.0
SOC101
Grade: C
Jan 16, 2020
Wouldn't take again

I took her class in the Winter semester. She doesnt explain how she wants her posting done for discussions and fails you for the assignment. When I questioned her on how to correctly do it I never got a straight forward answer. She tanked my gpa over that. Shes a semi-tough grader but gives extra credit in other places.

Gives good feedback
Lots of homework
Get ready to read
3.0
5.0
SOC215
Mar 9, 2020
Wouldn't take again

She's a very inconsiderate pro. She gives a 25 min quiz with 25 hard questions. She gives a lot of work and reading then expects you to be active in discussions 3x a week. TOO MUCH! It's hard to retain anything with the amount of work she assigns. If you work, taking more than 1 class, or have a family this pro won't be good fit. Save ya self!!!!!!

Lots of homework
Get ready to read
So many papers
3.0
4.0
SOC212
Grade: B-
May 4, 2020
Wouldn't take again

SHE IS A GOOD PROFESSOR BUT THE AMOUNT OF WORK WAS CRAZY I PERSONALLY THINK IT WAS TOO MUCH.

Gives good feedback
Lots of homework
Participation matters
3.0
4.0
SOC101
Grade: A
May 6, 2020
Would take again

I took professor Vadino for sociology 101 and was scared to take her class because it was my first online class and the comments on here intimidated me. Im glad to say it wasnt bad. It is an accelerated course so theres two weeks worth of work in one week. She does give good feed back. Just make sure to set time aside to complete assignments.

Gives good feedback
So many papers
5.0
4.0
SOC101
May 29, 2020
Would take again

Professor Vadino is amazing, her class is very interesting and interactive. She is not a tough grader and I like the fact that we get extra credit assignments. Please make use of those opportunities. Be prepared to read and write. I am not that great at writing papers but I did well enough to leave with an A. If I did you can too.

Get ready to read
Skip class? You won't pass.
EXTRA CREDIT
5.0
3.0
SOC101
Grade: A+
Jan 16, 2021
Would take again

I went in thinking this class was going to be hard but it wasnt, the work is expected because it is a intensive writing course, but professor vadino made it so much easier!! HIGHLY RECOMMENDED!!!!!

Gives good feedback
Skip class? You won't pass.
EXTRA CREDIT
2.0
5.0
SOC215
Grade: Not sure yet
Feb 7, 2021
Wouldn't take again

It is such a shame that she does not take into consideration how tough the pandemic has already been for students. I have been taking 5 classes each semester except this one. I only have four classes but for some reason SOC215 gives enough work for two classes. It is only week 3 and I am already completely burnt out. She gives such heavy work.

Participation matters
So many papers
5.0
4.0
SOC101
Grade: A
May 4, 2021
Would take again

Professor Nicole kept me on my feet, all semester thinking going beyond my normal thought process, I enjoyed the weekly discussions

Gives good feedback
Participation matters
Clear grading criteria
3.0
3.0
SOC215
Grade: B+
Sep 22, 2021
Wouldn't take again

Ton of 3-6 page essays weekly!

Lots of homework
5.0
3.0
SOC101
Grade: A
Dec 1, 2021
Would take again

i took a seven week class by her. she was amazing!!!! great feedback and actually cares. you do read a lot but it is worth it. passed with a A. I would retake any class with her. highly recommend.

Gives good feedback
Respected
Get ready to read
5.0
4.0
SOC215
Grade: A
Dec 20, 2021
Would take again

This was had a lot of writing, but the deadlines to submit them were reasonable. She does give back good feedback on your work, and she grades it in a reasonable time. She was a lovely person and a great professor overall; I would retake her class if I could.

Gives good feedback
Respected
Lots of homework
5.0
4.0
SOC101
Grade: A+
Jan 17, 2022
Wouldn't take again

Hadn't 5weeks class, it was a lot of discussion and writing, but it's a fair amount of assignments as it's a such short period class. She gives many extra credits and fair grader, she definitely would like to answer your questions.

Gives good feedback
Lots of homework
EXTRA CREDIT
5.0
4.0
SOC101
Grade: B
Jul 1, 2022
Would take again

Prof Vadino is amazing. Period. She is always there to help and give a ton of opportunity for extra credit. I love that she sends personalized messages for assignments with her feedback. There is a lot of work but when you actually read the assignments, they will take like 20 minutes to complete. Don't let the bad reviews fool you. It's manageable!

Participation matters
EXTRA CREDIT
Gives good feedback
5.0
2.0
SOC101
Grade: A+
Dec 5, 2022
Would take again

Professor Vadino is an AMAZING professor. She really cares about her students and gives you more than enough opportunities to bring your grade up. She's very sturn but also understanding. She also gives great feedback when grading so definitely look out for that! and the written assignments are not as hard as they may look so don't stress yourself!

EXTRA CREDIT
Group projects
Gives good feedback
5.0
1.0
SIO101
Grade: A+
Jan 1, 2023
Would take again

By far my favorite class and teacher. I went into SOC 101 thinking I was going to struggle because I knew nothing about it. However, this class was quite easy and gets your brain going. Not only is it a relatively easy class if you do the work, but it's interesting too. If she has seats available, I'd definitely recommend taking her class!

EXTRA CREDIT
Gives good feedback
Respected
5.0
2.0
SOC101
Grade: A+
Jul 7, 2023
Would take again

I took SOC101 as my first college class during Summer 1 for 7 weeks. I had to respond to a discussion, take 2 short quizzes, and turn in a short paper by the end of every week. No final and as someone who has been out of school for 3 years, the course was easy to understand and I'd really recommend Professor Vadino for SOC101.

Participation matters
Clear grading criteria
Gives good feedback
5.0
3.0
SOC101
Grade: A+
Oct 18, 2023
Would take again

She is great!!

Get ready to read
Clear grading criteria
So many papers
1.0
5.0
SIO101
Grade: B
Oct 18, 2023

Its too late to drop her class so ill warn everyone instead, had I known I'd be doing a essay every other week I would have took the class in person. Its so hard to focus if you have adhd cause literally all your doing is reading nothing interactive except discussion an you have to post a comment for 3 days straight or you get points off????

Tough grader
Get ready to read
Lots of homework
3.0
3.0
SOC101
Grade: B-
Dec 13, 2023

I enjoyed her personality and she was caring, she gives a of opportunities to do homework. However, I would not take this class again because it is too much homework! She is a no nonsense, but understanding. She is serious about deadlines on work and being late or absent from class.

Participation matters
EXTRA CREDIT
So many papers
2.0
5.0
SOC101
Grade: A
Dec 22, 2023

Vadino is rigid and slow to grade, often providing vague, non-specific feedback. Assignments can be unclear, with broken links. Expect more research papers than in ENG101/102. Pro tip: Prioritize timely submission over quality; even mediocre work can earn decent grades as she doesn't read thoroughly. Punctuality trumps learning in her class.

Tough grader
Lots of homework
So many papers
1.0
4.0
SOC101
Grade: B
Jan 31, 2024

If I had the choice, I would not to take her class again. She seems to overlook the fact that students have other courses and commitments, resulting in an overwhelming amount of work assigned in a very limited timeframe. (I've been in ccp for 4 semester with straight A's and she's gave my first B ever )

Tough grader
Lots of homework
So many papers
1.0
5.0
SOC101
Grade: Rather not say
Feb 8, 2024

Take any other SOC 101 teacher. You will regret signing up for her class, there is always next semester. She is rude, inconsiderate, and doesn't even read your writing. She skims through the top and makes it seem like she is looking at your work. I am going to fail. Please don't sign up for her class, unless you are desperate.

Tough grader
Get ready to read
So many papers
2.0
5.0
SOC101
Grade: C
Apr 19, 2024

She assigns a decent amount of homework, however each homework assignment requires not only your time, but also a kidney. It's unreasonable if you're a full time online student because we really need and deserve at minimum a week and a half for this courses written assignments.

So many papers
1.0
4.0
SOC101
Grade: C-
Jun 24, 2024

Tons of writing assignments, little feedback, then suggests that u refer to her previous feedback when u ask for help. I have a great understanding of the material and have taken sociology classes before, but have found Vadino's online learning structure to be insufferable. Don't take her class. I have learned nothing and am left frustrated

Tough grader
Lots of homework
2.0
4.0
SOC101
Grade: B-
Nov 15, 2024

The class has a lot of writing assignments, but the feedback from the professor can be vague. Prioritize timeliness over quality to earn decent grades. Unstuck AI was helpful for preparing.

1.0
2.0
SOC101
Grade: B
Nov 16, 2024

Hard to work with. Rude. Lots of writing assignments that she does not look at, vague responses. Do not take her course.

EXTRA CREDIT
Lots of homework
So many papers
5.0
3.0
SOC215
Grade: A+
Dec 15, 2024
Would take again

The professor is fair and is willing to help if help is needed. Make sure to actually read the text books and participate in every assignment if you want the grade you're looking for. Extra credit assignments are also available for those who need a boost in grades. Overall, I enjoyed this instructor and will take her courses again if need be.

EXTRA CREDIT
Amazing lectures
Gives good feedback
1.0
5.0
SOC101
Grade: Drop/Withdrawal
Feb 24, 2025

DO YOURSELF A FAVOR AND STAY AWAY FROM THIS PROFESSOR. Extremely tough grader, the average grade always stays 60 - 70. OUR PREVIOUS RESEARCH ASSIGNMENT GOT 16/100 FOR AVERAGE GRADE. Used ancient AI detectors and accused people of using AI. TONS OF HOMEWORK, NEVER ANSWER EMAILS !!! Getting straight As for 7 classes and first time dropping one.

Tough grader
Lots of homework
So many papers
5.0
2.0
SOC101
Grade: A+
Feb 25, 2025
Would take again

Professor Vadino provides clear guidance on assignments and detailed rubrics. Read the whole assignment, treat it as an essay, and you'll pass. She answered emails within hours and gave extra credit. I did the 7 week accelerated course and it was a lot of work, but really not difficult because she had clearly explained expectations. Great professor

EXTRA CREDIT
Clear grading criteria
Gives good feedback
1.0
5.0
CRIMINOLOGY215
Grade: Drop/Withdrawal
Feb 25, 2025

PLEASE DO NOT TAKE HER. ACCUSE PEOPLE OF USING AI!

Tough grader
Get ready to read
So many papers
5.0
3.0
ONLINE
Grade: A+
Apr 30, 2025
Would take again

Professor Vadino is a good Sociology professor. Direct with what is and isn't tolerated in her course, which she states in her syllabus and reiterated throughout the semester. She's fair and gives honest feedback. In case you don't do well on an assignment, she'll let you resubmit for maximum points. Overall, a good professor.

Clear grading criteria
Gives good feedback
Lots of homework
5.0
2.0
SOC101
Grade: A+
Oct 5, 2025
Would take again

Lots of group/partner work. I'm an introvert and still got an A+ in her class. It's not hard work. If you passed middle school you should be fine. She's strict but really chill, so just talk to her if u need help. Attendance is MANDATORY, you'd probably fail if you come super late or dont show up.

Group projects
2.0
4.0
SOC215
Grade: Not sure yet
Dec 14, 2025

If you have no other choice, remember you'll be graduating soon. Set alarms, she will not accept late work. She runs a tight program. Do not forget the 3 day discussion post rule. Answer every assignment in essay format. Good luck.

Lots of homework
So many papers
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