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Patricia Ougourlian

Communication - Baruch College

4.0
Quality
2.2
Difficulty
95%
Would Retake
191
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4.0
Quality
2.2
Difficulty
3.9
Helpful
4.2
Clarity

95%

Would Retake

191

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What Students Say

She favors people who do great on their 1st speech

COM1010 - 3.0 rating

i regret taking her class

COM1010 - 2.0 rating
Class Info

Attendance Mandatory

93%

Textbook Required

76%

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Based on 27 grades
Most common grades:
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Grade Distribution
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Based on 29 reported grades
A: 24
Rather_Not_Say: 1
Not sure yet: 1
B+: 1
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Caring (7)
Clear grading criteria (6)
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GROUP PROJECTS (3)
Participation matters (3)
Amazing lectures (3)
Inspirational (3)
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1010

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Reviews (191)
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COMM1010
Jan 21, 2003

No Comments

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COM
Feb 26, 2003

Makes learning fun!

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1010
May 13, 2003

No Comments

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COM1010
May 24, 2003

No Comments

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COM1010
Jun 7, 2003

No Comments

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COM1010
Jun 6, 2003

easiest, sweetest professor ever. so fortunate to have had her.

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COM1010
Jun 16, 2003

very nice prof.you will like her.

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COM1010
Jun 19, 2003

very nice professor, final exam was a take home (make sure to take good notes in class, because that is all you have to put down in the final exam)...very easy.

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SPE2010
Jul 6, 2003

Funny and sweet!

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COM1010
Aug 11, 2003

Very good Professor. No in class Exams. Only take home final which is so easy..straight from her notes.

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COM1010
Aug 22, 2003

SHE IS THE BEST

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COM1010
Nov 20, 2003

she is a nice prof. easy class.

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COM1010
Dec 9, 2003

She is by far my favorite professor at Baruch. She is soo sweet and nice and makes you feel comfortable when it comes to public speaking. You make 3 speechs, informative, group, and persuasive, all very easy. I highly recommend her for COM1010.

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COM1010
Dec 12, 2003

If your taking COM1010, you gotta take Prof. O. She is the BEST. You make 2 speeches and one mock discussion. Shes an easy grader. Plus she makes you feel comfortable and makes the class feel as a whole and not a group of individuals.

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COM1010
Dec 12, 2003

nicest professor, its speech so it can be nerve recking for some but she makes u feel comfortable

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SPEECH
Apr 1, 2004

she is a nice lady,offers helpful tutoring.too demanding with pronunciation and grammar.hard grader.lots of work.take someone easier.

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COM1010
May 5, 2004

Someone recommended Prof. E and I'm so glad I listened!!! The class is a little boring and her videos are super outdated, but she is very light on the courseload. The biggest negative is that I didn't improve my comm. skills at all, but I got an A+.

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COM1010
May 10, 2004

Prof O. makes the class feel very relaxed and comfortable. I feel like I'm giving a speech in front of a group of friends, not antagonistic strangers. Even her lectures are interactive, and she tells some funny stories throughout. Definitely take her.

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COM1010
May 12, 2004

She's refeshingly relaxed. She makes the whole class seem like a group of friends and that definitely takes the pressure off. A realistic grader and supernice person. A Mets fan too!

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COM1010
May 18, 2004

the EASIEST and nicest professor/person around. Only difficult if you have no grasp of the english language. Almost no work at all, really helpful and supportive!!

5.0
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SPEECH
Jun 5, 2004

Easiest class I have ever taken. I got an A. If you get less than a B in this class, you are an absolute moron. It's impossible to get less than a B. You get so many chances. Why are you still reading this? REGISTER FOR HER CLASS ALREADY!!

5.0
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COM1001
Jun 9, 2004

One of the best prof. at Baruch. She gives you personal attention in order to improve, she criticises the speeches and is a little strict on the grading but gives you a chance to get an overall good grade. SHE IS A MUST!!!

5.0
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COM1010
Jun 21, 2004

As ESL student,i am scare of communication class. but she is a great professor. she gave you a confidence even you speak not that perfect. and if you do everything she require, it is easy to get a good grade.

5.0
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COM1010
Jun 23, 2004

extremely easy! had a lot of fun in that class and was absent about 10 times, but since i had an excuse for them (whatever i said, she believed) she didn't seem to mind. easy A!

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COM1010
Jul 29, 2004

She is one of the best in Baruch College. Her lectures are interesting. She respects students. She encourages students a lot. This is very important to the ESL students who lack of confidence at the very beginning. 2 speeches and one group discussion.

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COM1010
Aug 23, 2004

She's a great teacher and grades very nicely. We did one group discussion, 2 solo speeches and 2 short answer "speeches (1 minute)." If you get to know her she basically gives you an A no matter what. I think the class average was an A-.

5.0
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COM1010
Aug 30, 2004

She is a very good professor. I have always been scared of taking speech b/c i am not comfortable speaking in front of people, but she makes it really fun. 2 speeches and a group discussion. EASY A

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1010
Sep 28, 2004

F A V O R I T I S M!

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COM1010
Nov 10, 2004

Everyone else said it best. Register for her class early because she is GREAT! Public speaking sucks, but she makes it tolerable. Best teacher ive had so far at Baruch.

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COM1010
Nov 13, 2004

I don't understand why does everybody says that she is a great professor, cause she is not. There is nothing to teach in this class. All she does is grading. Don't think that I'm agry because I got a bad grade, that is not true. I got B+. But this lady in an unfair grader.

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COM1010
Nov 21, 2004

She is not as good as what other people said. She favors the students who participate and she's not helpful at all. Her grading is really NOT FAIR!

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COM1010
Nov 22, 2004

she is getting harder and she takes point off just becuase your prounciation is not good. IT's NOT FAIR

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COM1010
Nov 23, 2004

she's very nice. exam is easy. she looks for grammar and pronunciation, and diction etc. in your speeches, so if you're not good in speaking english, don't take her. BUT she's majorly nice, even though she sometimes plays favoritism, and i am not one of them. NICE NICE.

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COM
Nov 23, 2004

What a great professor:) I love her, she is such a sweetheart. Final is take home , which is 20% of your final grade. She is very fair in grading. Take her if u get a chance, you will not regret.

5.0
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COM1010
Dec 1, 2004

She is very helpful: I was in her morning section but I came late every time. So she suggested I sit in her afternoon class (on the same days) and receive the grade for the morning class. Really clear. And of course she takes points off grammar and pronunciation--it's a communication class!!

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COM1010
Dec 7, 2004

VERY EASY but she does have favorites, even if they suck at speaking they will still get good grades. 1 test and it's a take home test, give it in early rather than the due date it apparently gets you a better grade. Get on her good side early on.

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COM1010
Jan 13, 2005

over all she is a eazy prof and pretty helpful if you have any questions. but she really has favorites. if you are a esl student, no matter how hard you try, you still get no higher than B. 3 speechs and a take home final. she is NOT fair on grading for those esl students.

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COM1010
Jan 31, 2005

SHE IS THE NICEST!

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COMM1010
Mar 4, 2005

not as easy as everyone said; extremely demanding

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COM1001
Apr 10, 2005

Take her and get ready for your GPA falls. What a favourist

5.0
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COM1010
May 14, 2005

She is the best prof at BARUCH!!!!!!!

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COM1010
May 17, 2005

Although she is easy in the sense that she gives take home exams, little or no notes at all, I think that she is a favoritist. I remeber giving a speech that contradicted her views, and I was marked extremely low, with a sarcastic comment on my paper. Take her if you want an easy A, but its not guaranteed, if you say something that she dislikes

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COM1010
May 23, 2005

She really is a great teacher. She gives tips that will help you in her class and more importantly in life. One final- 1/2 take home n the other 1/2 was just as easy cuz the questions came straight out of her 10 lectures. Her grading is critical but not harsh. Easy A as long as you dont mess up too badly. Better than all the other com1010teachers

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COM1010
Jun 21, 2005

Not the easiest. A bunch people got B+'s in the class instead of A's. Can be very critical when grading speeches. Once you screw up on one speech, forget about your A. I got 100 on the test and still got B+. Take brewster to get an A.

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COM1010
Aug 16, 2005

took her for the summer 05. It's true, she has her favorites. KISS some ASS. Make jokes, help her out is a +. She gives ALOT of B's, rarely A's. I remember this girl got like a 90 on her speech when she only made one supporting point throughtout the entire speech while i got a 80 something while providing statistical & atleast 4 supporting facts. e

5.0
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COM1010
Grade: A
Aug 19, 2005

ignore everyone up here that says something bad. do your work and take your time while speaking. i saved this class till my last possible chance and i did fine. she is critical and likes everyone to volunteer, BUT THATS HER JOB!!! something very few people seem to get, if you suck at speeches she will tell you why, and how to impove. great prof.

5.0
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COM1010
Aug 26, 2005

She is a very good teacher very easy exams. Nothing but postive critisim never negative take her if you can.

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COM1010
Aug 28, 2005

Very helpful & understanding. I took her during the summer though. Only 3 major speeches(Informative, Persuasive & Impromptou) only 3 mins. long, and one group debate. Nothing hard.One Final exam all based on vacab. words from class notes.I barely prepared on my speeches and I got an A-. Take her when you can, she is very EZ, you won't regret it.

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COM1000
Aug 31, 2005

she's cool. i liked her. she's funny, understanding, doesnt pressure much. i definitely recommend her

5.0
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COM1000
Oct 18, 2005

If u are petrified of public speaking, take her class. She is very easy going and in being so your audience is less critical of you. Reread your notes to pass the exams. No other homework but knowing your speech topic comfortably.

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COM
Oct 22, 2005

The class is just practice practice and practice...simple and straight forward.

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COM1010
Nov 15, 2005

The people who say she is horrible are VERY retarded. This class was the easiest A I have ever gotten in my life. There is 1 take home exam and only 3 speeches and of that 1 is a group debate. If you don't take her, you are missing out. She also explains things very well and you do NOT need the textbook, and she is readily available to help.

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COM1010
Nov 20, 2005

THIS CLASS IS NOT AN EASY A the only ppl says that its easy are those who are great at speeches. I was very nervous but this teacher showed no compassion. I got a B-

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COM1010
Nov 20, 2005

This class was not easy at all, too much work and she putz you on the spot. I was very nervous speaking in her class

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COM1010
Nov 20, 2005

NOT AN EASY A thats all I can say, plus she gives HW, WHATZ up with that

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COM1010
Nov 25, 2005

Shes a great professor, take her, but you must practice your speeches

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COM1010
Nov 29, 2005

If you know how to use your vocal chords, she is a great teacher. I mean its pretty hard to believe that someone in college would have trouble opening his or her mouth once in a while. Just participate and you'll get an A. After all it is a communication class, what do the ppl think they are going to get an A in the class without speaking?

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COM1010
Dec 4, 2005

In her 40-50's, she looks very hot. Unfortunately, she is biased. She picks up a couple of well-speaking ass kissers and drives all her attention to them. I am not a native English speaker, and I had a disadvantage. She didn't care. I got 80 out of 100 on the final, but still got F due to several absenses. Very unfair. It spoiled my 3.5 GPA.

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COM1010
Dec 4, 2005

Very hard, Hard to get an A. Do not take her.

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COM1010
Dec 4, 2005

The class is a communication class.. If you can't properly communicate in the english language do you deserve to get higher than 80 out of 100?

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COM1010
Dec 5, 2005

This teacher is the best. She provides accurate criticism. Even though some kids really stink at giving speeches, she still gives them great scores. If you can open your mouth you'll get an A. Don't be confused by those bitter kids who just can't cut it (in her class or the real world)

5.0
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COM
Dec 6, 2005

PEople are so harsh. This teacher was super nice. You dont have to participate if you dont want to just do you speeches it does not even have to be great but if she sees you did your best she will still give you a high grade. I barely spoke up in class, I did my speeches fairly and I was surprised that she still gave me A's on the speeches. Easy A

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COM1010
Dec 14, 2005

She is the best professor!!! She is very down to earth, friendly and she really cares about her students. Highly reccomended!

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COM1010
Jan 4, 2006

The best teacher ever. She is a very sweet lady. She is extremely fair. I got an A and put in minimal effort. Highly recommend her!

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COM1010
Jan 7, 2006

If you not speak english well, you will do very bad in her class.

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COM
Jan 20, 2006

So nice dont have to participate dont have to do a great speech just as long as you do it she will give you a A, my friends speech was not good but he got an A just like me so dont stress just enjoy its a breeze, I did my speech the night before and still she gave me an A's. Good prof. EaSY A

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COM1010
May 15, 2006

By far one of the best professors at Baruch. I was petrified of this class, but she helped me overcome my fear of public speaking. I got an A with minimal effort, just practice your speech.

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COM1010
May 16, 2006

Take her, She's wonderful...just practice your speeches the night before.

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COM1010
May 27, 2006

bad professor!!! If u want to kill your GPA, you can take her… in her class, you learn nothing. She is a little bit crazy, give lots of home works. You need to do many outlines to her in the short time. Also, you need to do more than 5 tests on the internet, (limit time). You need to read 4 chapters before you do one test. Horrible!!!

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COM1010
May 28, 2006

All the students that are giving her bad ratings just can't speak the english language. If you can't speak english, how do you expect a good grade in a speech class? Take her she's truly awesome. I was scared to take this class, but it was great.

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COM1010
Jun 3, 2006

she's a very fair professor. I had trouble with public speaking but she helped me a lot. I was surprised to get an A! it wasn't a hard class. one exam, extremely easy. when giving speeches, make sure you practice practice practice!!!

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COM1010
Jul 1, 2006

She is the easiest professor at Baruch. If you're looking for an easy A then take her class. She gives a midterm which is true and false. I did all her speeches the night before and got an A.

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COM1010
Aug 21, 2006

Excellent professor.Four speeches consisting of these types:informative, persuasive, group, and impromptu. Very Easy final. As long as you put effort into developing every speech and dont mess up the delivery TOO much you'll get a good grade. Tips to get the A are to stay away from vocalic pauses, do good research, and practice your delivery.

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COM1010
Sep 18, 2006

Yeah, like someone said, if you are not a native English speaker, don't take her class! She will not give a fair grade, even though you do really good job. Her grade is pretty unfair. One of a guy in my group gave the best presentation, but got the lowest grade I guess it is the only reason that he is not born here.

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COM1010
Nov 9, 2006

jus dropped the class way to demanding if you don't want to work she is not for you. Also if you are not first language english than she will give you a very tough time

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COM1010
Nov 15, 2006

tough teacher. very demanding

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COM1010
Nov 21, 2006

only one word can describle her "horrible" do not take her, so much works need to do and give you an unfair grade!!!

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COMM1001
Jan 18, 2007

She is a wonderful person n professor i dont kno ppl r giving her bad ratings she isnt that demanding!! u do need to put some effort into it but come on its college get over it there are HORRIBLE speech teachers and she is NOT 1 of them she makes u do 4 speeches n u do need to do research for 3 of them but its easy put some effort n its an easy A!

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COM1010
May 3, 2007

No Comments

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COMM1010
May 14, 2007

Great Teacher - not the easiest - you will need to work in this class to learn, but she can really help you with any issues you have with public speaking. Very approachable if you have questions or a problem.

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COM1010
Jun 2, 2007

she is unfair and biased as many people have said. you can have students who obviously did their presentation on their way to school and got a 95 and students who really did a great job and get an 80. Also she is the laziest professor i have ever seen , out of the 30 classes in the semester, there are about 3 of them that she really gave a lecture

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COMM1010
Aug 14, 2007

really nice professor!!she is a hard grader on the speeches but very fair. there r other components to ur grade tho so u can still do well- i would recommend her !!

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COM1010
Aug 17, 2007

She's a great professor. I was anxious at first, but she's really easy going. Her feedback after speeches were encouraging. No homework, just 1 Informative, 1 Persuasive and 1 Impromptu Speech and 1 Group Discussion as well as a midterm. It seems that Summer Sessions are easier.

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COM1010
Aug 20, 2007

She's very fair on her grading

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COM1010
Nov 3, 2007

easy class but she definitely has her favorites. she gives you a take home test. hardly uses the textbook. dont really need to participate.

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COM1010
Nov 14, 2007

Take her class, she's the easiest teacher. She grades easily. She's not strict at all. Doesn't care about exact timing of speaches and theres no real requirents for the speaches. Just go up and know what your talking about.

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COM1101
Nov 20, 2007

She is one of the best professors i had so far in baruch. It is so easy to get an A in her class just pay attention come to class take notes and your good. She is very clear with what is expected of you and is very helpful. STRONGLY RECOMMENDED.

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COM1010
Jan 7, 2008

plays favorities. looks like the brady bunch mom. practically didnt use the textbook at all, just 5 speeches - 1 group. She is pretty biased and you can tell who she favors.

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COM1010
Feb 5, 2008

She plays favorites but as long as you raise your hand to answer questions or to give your opinion on something, she'll like you. You will have to work for your grade. Attendance is mandatory in her class. She is very strict on what makes a good speech. If you are very shy and cannot talk loud, you might not want to take her. But she's pretty easy.

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COM1010
Feb 6, 2008

She is a great professor. It is very important that you participate in class. After all, it is a communications class. Very fair grader and helpful!

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COM1010
May 6, 2008

excellent professor!!!easy A class!!highly recommend her as your professor!!

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COM1010
May 19, 2008

Great Teacher. If english is your first language, easy A.

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COM1001
Aug 26, 2008

She is a good professor. took her during summer. Grade primarily based on how well you give speech but she is forgiving on how she grades you. She never used the text. Take home test was based on notes so take good notes.

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SOC1005
Oct 29, 2008

didn't like her...the class itself is pretty easy. If English is your first language, I would say you will easily make it. If not - she will point out that your pronunciation leaves better to be desired, that your voice is not clear, that you swallow the endings, and so on. I felt humiliated because of that.

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COM1010
Apr 27, 2009

If English is your first language, take it!! Otherwise do not!!! She don't like foreign students with accent!!!

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COM1010
Apr 29, 2009

great proffessor. Her lectures were interesting/funny and thats saying something because it was a 7:50 class. she grades just as she says she will, and honestly don't worry about your pronouciation if you have a accent because its only worth minor points on your overall speech score, so just do the rest well. It's a speech class, speech matters.

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COMM1010
May 14, 2009

GREAT TEACHER!! she is very honest and very fair. if you have bad pronunciation she will point it out [thats her job!!] she is a sincere and funny and i really enjoyed her class. 4 speeches and a group debate. make sure you write a good outline for both her and yourself, it helps! take good notes she explains whats in the book [dont buy book]!!!A=)

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COMM1010
May 14, 2009

if you are not a native speaker don't take her

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COM1010
May 20, 2009

She actually does not pick on people with accents. That said, she does grade pretty harshly on speeches. The textbook is not necessary but it is a great reference for details on speech delivery that she does not cover in class. There are better professors out there, but take her if you don't really have a choice.

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COM1000
May 27, 2009

She is a really hard grader. There is no need to buy a book, but her class is just useless. She won't teach you anything, but she will make you feel miserable. One of the worst professors I've ever had.

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COMM1010
Jul 16, 2009

she definitely has her favorites! I would hate to be one of her kids because she does not hide her favoritism well. but overall seems to be an okay teacher apart from that.

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COM1010
Jul 24, 2009

i regret taking her class. as others have said, she is unfair and biased. you can have students who obviously did their presentation on their way to school and got a 95 and students who really did a great job and get an 80.Even my fellow collegues said they were surprised by grade she gave me. she made me have some anger management issues afterward

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COM1010
Nov 18, 2009

She seems nice and all but after she went here on ratemyprrofessors to see her comments she graded harder on students. total of 4 speeches, one 5 min, one 7 min, one group presentation for 30 min, and one final speech for 10 min. this class is supposed to be fun, but for her it's not. VERY STRESSFUL because most work is done outside of class

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COM1010
Dec 6, 2009

She's a very human teacher. She will give a higher grade to a poorly prepared speech that comes out natural than a well-prepared speech that is delivered sounding like a robot. PREPARE YOUR SPEECHES WELL AHEAD. A lot of students just read from a paper too much and she takes points off. Suggest another teacher but if you must she's not so bad.

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COM1010
Jan 22, 2010

Dont listen to people who say that she is a hard grader.If you prepare ur speeches well ahaed,you will do fine.Nice person,great professor.And if you are not a native speaker she doesnt care about your accent.

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COM1010
Apr 28, 2010

She seems demanding at first but then is not as intimidating. Her feedback is amazing! Use it to improve your future speeches. She looks for improvement, not just a natural. Take her if you can! You will learn a lot about speeches and life. I took her in the summer and was glad I did :)

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COM1010
Apr 29, 2010

I love her. she will tell you what she wants and listen to her! this is the key to getting an A in her class. I have her now and I adore her.

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COM1010
May 7, 2010

she is truly amazing at what she does. not intimidating at all. take her if you do not like giving speeches and have tried to avoid the class by pushing it off. This class was the best!

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COM1010
May 10, 2010

if u have accent, don't take her. She is working for accent reduction and is very strict on pronunciation

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COM1010
May 12, 2010

Awesome professor!She is strict at the beginning, but grades fairly and will not intimidate if you have trouble speaking in public.In fact, she'll help you with topic selection and your speech if you ask.Accent isn't a problem for her, it's the clarity of the speech that she cares for.4 speeches,group discussion,1 test. Highly recommend!!

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COM1010
May 18, 2010

I am graduating this semestr and she is the only professor who I will remember in a really bad way.

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COM1010
May 19, 2010

3 speeches, group presentation, and one huge exam. Way too much work as for such a course. You will not learn anything in this class but you will dedicate so much time to it. Not recommended, there are many much better speech professors at Baruch.

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COM1010
May 19, 2010

She takes out points from your grade for every single absent that you have and even for being late.

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COM1010
May 22, 2010

3 speeches, one group discussion, and multiple choice test which is basically common sense. It sounds like a lot but it really isn't. Just prepare for your speech and you'll do fine. After your speech she'll tell you what you should improve on and just take that into consideration for your next speech. She isn't a hard grader at all.

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COMM1010
May 23, 2010

She has favorites. Often the grades didn't make sense. If you do a decent speech she will surely give you a 90 out of 100. But it's really hard to get more than 95. So getting an A in this class is really hard, but getting an A- is absolutely possible.

5.0
3.0
COMM101
Aug 10, 2010

I took her for a summer session and she is a very sweet lady. She's very lenient and easy going. Her critiques on your speeches are very helpful and its not impossible to get an A or A- in this class. I'm glad I took her.

4.0
1.0
COMM1010
Aug 16, 2010

Nicest professor ever! Takes care of her students and isn't as strict as everyone makes her out to be. Be open with her, show her you're trying, and she'll have your back. Not too difficult to get an A.

5.0
3.0
COM1001
Aug 25, 2010

Prof. Ougourlian is amazing! I had her for summer session last year and I learned so much! I could see myself progressively getting better, and finally getting rid of my hmm's and ahh's. I don't understand how ESL people feel victimized by her here. She was so kind and positive to a student in our class who was nearly unintelligible.

5.0
2.0
COMM1010
Aug 28, 2010

shes a sweet lady, she really tries to help you improve on your speeches by giving you suggestions and comments and etc... well you should take her. shes very nice.

5.0
2.0
COMM1010
Aug 28, 2010

shes a sweet lady. she really tries to help you out with your speeches by telling you what you should fix and work on.

1.0
5.0
COM1010
Aug 30, 2010

The worst professor that I have ever take! Don't take her!

5.0
4.0
COM1010
Nov 25, 2010

She is a very nice professor. Very down-to-earth kind of person. She is pretty lenient when it comes to grading the speeches. She gives helpful feedback on your speeches, so it helps you improve. It was a pleasure to be in her class.

4.0
3.0
COMM1010
Nov 26, 2010

Very sweet professor and straight forward. A couple speeches and midterm which is very easy. Must take!

5.0
1.0
COMM1010
Jan 27, 2011

Prof O is amazing I loved her class it was an easy A, 4 speeches and a very easy midterm (its all common sense) make sure you have interesting topics that will keep everyone entertained...she is one of my favorite professors at Baruch!!!!!

1.0
5.0
COM1010
Mar 6, 2011

She is The worst teacher!take her and you will be faced with hell. Talks too much, acts nice, and gives you no help. She is also very rude!

2.0
4.0
COM1010
Apr 6, 2011

Very bad professor. Do not take her if you haev an accent.has favors.

2.0
4.0
COM1010
May 4, 2011

STRONG favoritism! Guaranteed A if you suck her up. Penalize on accent HEAVILY. Quiz are easy but the class is not helpful AT ALL. Complete waste of time and you will be pissed at the end, if you ever witness her favoritism grading.

4.0
2.0
COMM1010
May 10, 2011

DO NOT BUY THE BOOK! YOU NEVER USE IT!(its also free online) Easy quizzes, straight from notes or common sense.She likes to take off for saying "um" or "ah" so avoid those. Cite at least two sources in each speech. Nice lady.

3.0
3.0
COM1010
May 27, 2011

Absolute waste of time, textbook is useless, her suggestions are useless. She teaches well, but this is communications class, and there is really nothing to be taught. Only benefit is that there is a strong curve if you can ace quizzes/essay which are extremely easy(+1 letter grade). I would avoid.

5.0
1.0
COM1010
Nov 15, 2011

She's a really nice teacher and likes those who talk but even if you don't she won't really bother about it, grade is pretty much based on the speeches and the test. THE TEXTBOOK IS USELESS don't buy it. Definitely reconsider if you don't have a good handle on speaking English which is understandable since it's an oral speech class.

5.0
1.0
COM1010
Nov 30, 2011

She's wonderful teacher! She's so nice and cracks corny jokes. She makes you feel very comfortable while you're preforming your speech and also gives positive feedback and tips. It's an easy A class. She only gives one test 50 T/F and you only need to get 25 correct to pass with a 100.she speaks very well and her lectures are straight to the point.

5.0
2.0
COMM1010
Dec 20, 2011

Incredible professor. Very kind and friendly. Material is very clear and she will help you become a great speaker. Likes to make jokes in class and very lenient with grading. I highly suggest anyone to take her

5.0
1.0
COM1010
Jan 3, 2012

Professor Ougourlian's class raised my crummy gpa up. I am so thankful to have had her as a professor. She is incredibly kind and I came prior to her class as someone who loathed public speaking. But as long as you remain calm, cool, collected and loud during presentations you can't do wrong! Be attentive and follow her speech guidelines, EASY A!

1.0
5.0
COM1010
Feb 22, 2012

Do not recommend

1.0
5.0
COM1010
Feb 27, 2012

Was not helpful in improving speech. Do not recommend. Written assignment, outlines, 4 speeches (first oral, informative, persuasive, and group) and exams/quizzes.

4.0
3.0
COM1010
Jul 13, 2012

. I simply dont want to see her again in my life. Belittles a lot if you are not a mainstream student. Super hypocritic and has favorite.

5.0
1.0
COM1010
Aug 13, 2012

Very-very nice professor! Very easy, helpful and funny. I recommend her especially for non-native speakers.

5.0
2.0
COMM1010
Aug 27, 2012

Grades more on presentation than content. Have sufficient info but no need to fine tune it. We didn't use the textbook at all. Don't buy it.

5.0
1.0
COMCOM
Dec 4, 2012

One of the nicest and sweetest professors I've ever had. 3 hour class went by like a breeze, also bec. she let us out an hour early every class. No need to but the textbook at all. Take her if you want to enjoy a class while also improving your public speaking and getting a good grade

5.0
1.0
COMBMWB
Dec 9, 2012

SHE IS THE BEST! 4 SPEECHES AND 1 FINAL, GET TO CLASS ON TIME AND LISTEN AND THE A IS YOURS.

5.0
1.0
COM1010
Dec 23, 2012

She is one of the sweetest and nicest teachers ever. She is extremely helpful and the class itself is very easy. There are only 4 speeches and a couple of quizzes. I highly recommend her.

5.0
1.0
COMM0000
Jan 29, 2013

Ridiculously easy class, I got an A with almost no effort. THE SPEECHES ARE NOT ABOUT CONTENT!!!! She does not care what you say when you present, as long as your confident, organized, and not reading of note cards! And you don't ever need the txtbook

5.0
1.0
COM1010
May 1, 2013

she is the best professor! so helpful and so sweet! i wish she taught a higher communications class! highly recommended! quizes were easy and the speeches were a piece of cake!

5.0
2.0
COM1010
May 21, 2013

She's one of the best professors ever!!! I totally recommend her especially if you have trouble with public speaking. She won't be harsh on you.

5.0
2.0
COM1010
May 30, 2013

She is a great professor, and clear. The quizzes actually count a lot, so do good on those. I loafed off and messed up the last one, which is the reason I got a A- instead of an A. She is pretty cool about the presentations. You just have to speak to the audience and know what your talking about. Overal, pretty chill class.

5.0
2.0
COM1010
Aug 14, 2013

For an 8am summer course she managed to keep me, as well as the rest of the students, awake and interested in the class. There were 4 speeches (including one with a group) a midterm, and thankfully NO final. She is incredibly kind and helpful, always offering constructive criticism. You'd be so lucky if you manage to get her for speech!

5.0
1.0
COM1010
Grade: A
Aug 17, 2013

She is a great professor. She tries her best to help students. Attendance is mandatory but she doesn't use textbook at all. Take her!!!

5.0
2.0
COMM1010
Aug 20, 2013

Professor is very sweet. There were 4 speeches and before I took this class, I was so scared of taking this class because of public speaking but she makes you comfortable so its not bad at all. She cares about grammar and pronounciation but this is speech class and of course one has to focus on these as well. Take her class and you won't regret

4.0
3.0
COM1010
Oct 23, 2013

do NOT buy the textbook. Likes students who participate & will give a higher grade to those who she likes based on how well they can present a speech. focuses on quality of speeches rather than context. kind, old school favoritist. 4 speeches is all work you'll have to do+small writing assignment that can only boost your grade

5.0
3.0
COM1010
Dec 3, 2013

The professor is a nice lady, but she is pretty inconsiderate with foreign english speakers. What I mean is she expects and grades you for your voice clarity, disregarding that foreign students do have an accent and can't change it no matter how hard they try. If you have an accent, then expect an A- at best if you can articulate yourself.

3.0
2.0
COM1010
Grade: Rather_Not_Say
Dec 7, 2013

She grades u on 3 speeches & 1 group presentation, 1 T/F exam(easy if studied hard), 1 paper(easy) and attendance. She's inconsistent with her grading and critiques. She favors people who do great on their 1st speech. Even if you improve from previous speeches, she still has something bad to say about you. Overall, she's okayy

4.0
2.0
COM1010
Jan 4, 2014

I really did not look forward to taking this class but, as a lower freshman it was just thrown onto schedule. She is a great person but, does have flaws as a professor. I'm personally glad I had her for this course. Seems inconsistent yet, i got an 84 on EVERYTHING and i mean it lol

5.0
1.0
COM1010
Grade: A
Dec 23, 2014

If you come prepared to speak you should recieve an A. very easy grader. 4 speeches, one paper (gave basically everyone an A), and a test.

5.0
1.0
COM1010
Grade: A
Jan 9, 2015

Interesting class and sweet Prof! 3 speeches and 1 group speech. Gives concrete and helpful feedback. In group speech, she gives every person their own grade so not everyone in group gets the same grade. There is only 1 test. Very easy class, so reason you should fail. Don't take any COM1010 class right away if you don't like public speaking.

5.0
1.0
COM1010
Grade: A
Jan 25, 2015

Lectures were not too bad, often finished class early. 4 speeches that require not that much work to prepare and as long as they are delivered well she is willing to give an A

5.0
2.0
COM1010
May 15, 2015

One of the nicest professors in Baruch College. She's always there for you, and if you're willing to do the bit of work she demands - you'll do fine. Honestly, only lazy people did not get a good grade, and that says it all. Make sure you participate from the start.

5.0
1.0
1010
May 26, 2015

Make sure to have well structured presentations. If speaking is not your strongest asset, having a good outline helps a lot. She knows what she's doing, if you prepare well then speaking becomes so much easier and she loves to see the effort. Come to class and be known, then grading is very fair.

4.0
1.0
COM10
Nov 3, 2015

I honestly hate public speaking, but she helped me become more confident while giving speeches and is an easy grader. I recommend her!

5.0
1.0
COM1010
Nov 11, 2015

She's a GREAT professor. Very nice and a very easy grader. Four total speeches including a group speech but they're all pretty easy. A very small writing assignment and true/false test in between. Also she does not have anything against people with accents. You should definitely take her, you won't regret it.

5.0
2.0
COM1010
Grade: A
Nov 18, 2015

Very nice professor. Three speeches, one group speech, a small writing assignment and an easy midterm. As long as you put in effort, it's an easy A!

5.0
2.0
COM1010
Nov 25, 2015

Best professor I've had all semester. She's such a kind lady, and has a passion for what she does. She makes every single one of her students feel comfortable, and is very clear on what is expected. Have well-structured presentations and be prepared for a group presentation which I actually enjoyed doing. Wish every class was like this one!

5.0
2.0
COM1010
Dec 1, 2015

This class is pretty easy. She is a great, kind professor. Assignments included 4 speeches, one 2 page written assignment, and one T or F quiz. Keep up with the readings, though, because there is a quiz based on it towards the end of the semester.

5.0
1.0
COM1010
Grade: A
Dec 2, 2015

Easy A. Just do the work and hide your accent! If you show up every class, save for one time, you get your grade boosted!

5.0
1.0
COM1010
Grade: A
Dec 3, 2015

Very easy A. 4 speeches including group speech, 2 page easy writing assignment and t/f quiz that you can get a decent grade on without even using the textbook, but look over your notes once or twice. Contrary to other reviews, she actually admires people with accents so long as they put in effort to improve their english and make good speeches.

5.0
1.0
COM1010
Grade: Not sure yet
Dec 3, 2015

Words cannot describe how amazing Professor Ougourlian is. She is the ideal Professor: intelligent, caring and helpful. She is an amazing person. The class itself is a dream come true: interesting lectures, easy assignments, one extremely easy test, she's a great grader and the class is fun. She even brings candy to lectures! She's the best.

5.0
1.0
COM1010
Grade: A
Dec 22, 2015

Man, just take her, ok? Just take her.

5.0
1.0
COM1010
Dec 26, 2015

Amazing professor. The easiest A you will ever receive in college. She is super sweet and is not out to get you. She loves interesting and enthusiastic speeches. Be prepared for your speeches. Nothing to be scared of. Four speeches, one paper and one test. Don't buy the textbook. Use your notes and common sense. Would take her again and again.

5.0
1.0
COM1010
Grade: A
Feb 24, 2016

such an easy class. easy grader. no tests, just speeches. no studying or reading or notes. one group project. sooooo nice.

5.0
1.0
COM1010
May 2, 2016

This was an easy class. As long as you prep for your speeches, speak clearly, and know what you're talking about, you will do fine. Her feedback is extremely helpful, especially for those who struggle in public speaking. Her test and paper are no big deal, just know what you're doing. ALSO, don't be afraid to ask questions!

5.0
2.0
COM1010
Grade: A
May 11, 2016

One of my favorite professors! Even though I was pretty scared of public speaking, she made it easy and tells you exactly what you need to fix for your next speech! She sometimes even brought snacks to class! I would definitely take her again!

4.0
3.0
COM1010
Grade: B+
Jun 6, 2016
Wouldn't take again

Honestly this professor was a nice lady but played "hard" to get. I may not been a great speaker and her responses to my presentation reflected a bit on me, but she definitely plays "favorites" in the class. One thing I learned from this class is to "dress in sweatpants" during my presentation, earn an A while others get criticized on appearance.

5.0
4.0
COM1010
Grade: A
Jun 8, 2016
Would take again

It's a speech course, you're graded off of 4 speeches one of them is a group project and you choose all the topics. She's fair, gives feedback, and is very clear about what she's looking for.

5.0
2.0
COM1010
Grade: A
Nov 29, 2016
Would take again

My first communications teacher and I absolutely loved her! She is a fair grader and very nice. She always gives positive feedback and lets you choose all your topics except for the first speech. There are a few quizzes but only 8 questions and they are all true/false, if you get most of the questions right you earn full credit for the quiz.

Gives good feedback
Clear grading criteria
Caring
5.0
3.0
COM1010
Grade: A
Dec 5, 2016
Would take again

Professor O is honestly one of the best professors I've had through my entire college experience thus far. She truly cares about her students and as long as you actually put effort into your speech assignments you will get an A. Quizzes are multiple choice as well as the final. Take her, you won't regret it!

Gives good feedback
Skip class? You won't pass.
Caring
5.0
2.0
COM1010
Jan 3, 2017
Would take again

Its a speech class, easy A. Amazing professor made a 3 hour class go by quickly. Would take her again. and oh the snacks she gives us

Respected
Clear grading criteria
5.0
2.0
COM1010
Grade: A
Jun 2, 2017
Would take again

Amazing professor. So open- minded and very kind. Make sure you follow her specific guidelines to delivering a speech and you'll do amazing. Also boosts your grade up if you don't miss class. Definitely take!

Gives good feedback
Respected
GROUP PROJECTS
5.0
2.0
COM1010
Jun 7, 2017
Would take again

She is the sweetest, most no-nonsense professor ever. Do your work and you will get a good grade. The work isn't hard, it just needs to be done. Her lectures are super organized. If she finishes all she planned on teaching for the day, then class ends early. There's no gimmicks with her pretending to try and overload you with info. Take her

Respected
Caring
5.0
2.0
COM1010
Grade: A
Jun 8, 2017
Would take again

She's a great teacher, her class goes by quickly and it's very chill and interesting.

Respected
5.0
2.0
COM1010H
Grade: A
Aug 3, 2017
Would take again

started off as a pretty tough grader in the very beginning but became pretty mellow over time. She gave a bit of extra credit, but don't ever ask for it. Was a fun class, that went by really quick and was one of my favorite non major classes. If you respect the class (and her) and put in effort, you will easily get the A. Textbook wasn't required.

Participation matters
Skip class? You won't pass.
GROUP PROJECTS
5.0
1.0
COM1010
Grade: A
Sep 1, 2017
Would take again

I don't understand why her ratings aren't higher. Her class is beyond easy.

5.0
3.0
COM1010H
Dec 6, 2017
Would take again

Professor Ougourlian was an absolutely amazing professor. We had four presentations, a short paper, and a few pop quizzes which she always prepped us for. She's a genuinely wonderful human being who truly cares about her students, I definitely recommend taking her class!

Gives good feedback
Participation matters
Clear grading criteria
5.0
2.0
COM1010H
Grade: A
Dec 7, 2017
Would take again

Professor Ougourlian is quite literally amazing. She really cares about her students and makes every effort to ensure that they do well in her class. She is always on time, gives great lectures, and provides helpful feedback. I would highly recommend taking her class. I enjoyed every minute of it.

Gives good feedback
Caring
Would take again
4.0
2.0
COM1010
Grade: A
Feb 7, 2018
Would take again

Patricia is an amazing and caring teacher. She gives great feedback on your speeches and I've seen so many students improve over the semester. As long as you show up on time, pay attention to her lectures (there weren't a lot of lectures, more speeches from the students), and actually prepare for your speech, you'll do just fine.

Gives good feedback
ACCESSIBLE OUTSIDE CLASS
GROUP PROJECTS
5.0
2.0
COM1010
Oct 11, 2018
Would take again

Prof. O is my favorite professor this semester! Her class is going great and I always look forward to going. Gives honest feedback and wants you to do well. Being a public speaking teacher, she knows how to speak and give lectures that arent boring. Come to class with a good attitude and youll love her (and shell love you!)

Gives good feedback
Clear grading criteria
Amazing lectures
5.0
2.0
COM1010
Grade: A
Nov 21, 2018
Would take again

One of my fav professors this semester. Presentations in this class really force you to better the way that you speak and Patricia really gives feedback that allows people to create better work. As for grades, presentations are huge and she takes off points for certain things, but she's clear as to what she wants you to improve on.

Tough Grader
Gives good feedback
Clear grading criteria
5.0
2.0
COM1010
Grade: A+
Nov 27, 2018
Would take again

Professor O. is absolutely amazing and is my favorite professor this semester. She is passionate about her subject and it is evident in her way of teaching. Her lessons are always fun and easy to understand. If you participate in class discussions, it will pay off at the end. I would definitely take her again if she teaches more classes.

Participation matters
Inspirational
Amazing lectures
5.0
2.0
COM1010
Nov 28, 2018
Would take again

Professor O. helps you improve your speaking skills which are necessary in the job world. She follows her syllabus carefully and attendance is mandatory. As long as you go and are willing to present in an enthusiastic manner, you will receive an A.

Respected
Inspirational
Caring
5.0
1.0
COM1010
Grade: A
Dec 6, 2018
Would take again

Prof. O is easily one of the best professors, teachers, and people Ive ever met. She is such a sweet woman who goes above and beyond for her students. Extra points if you volunteer to speak first. If you think this class will be pointless, you are so wrong.

Gives good feedback
Respected
Amazing lectures
5.0
1.0
COM1001
Grade: A
Dec 22, 2018
Would take again

Really nice woman, would always give us candy and nice stuff like that. She takes her class seriously and wants you to improve as a speaker, but she is really lenient with grading and will give you an A if you just show improvement and that you give a damn about the class. I got an A even though I mostly got high 80s on my speeches.

Gives good feedback
Clear grading criteria
Caring
5.0
2.0
COM1010
Grade: A-
Apr 4, 2019
Would take again

Professor Ougourlian was one of the best profs. I had fear of public speaking and she helped me get rid of it. There were 4 speeches. Just cover whatever she has asked for in the speeches, and you'll do really well. She boosts your grade by a level if your attendance is good.

Gives good feedback
Inspirational
Caring
5.0
3.0
COM1001
Grade: A
May 31, 2020
Would take again

Great professor. Amazing.

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