4.3

Rita Kronis

Communication - Eastern Florida State College

4.3
Quality
2.5
Difficulty
91%
Would Retake
90
Reviews
4.3
Quality
2.5
Difficulty
4.3
Helpful
4.3
Clarity

91%

Would Retake

90

Reviews

Rating Distribution
Official

5

66

4

10

3

4

2

1

1

9

What Students Say

She likes to tell you about your grades to the whole class

ENC1101 - 1.0 rating

She's so rigid and concrete

ENC1102 - 3.0 rating
Class Info

Attendance Mandatory

78%

Textbook Required

78%

Grade Predictor

Your expected effort level

LowHigh

Predicted Grade

A-

95% confidence
Based on 20 grades
Most common grades:
A (7)
B+ (4)
A+ (4)
Grade Distribution
A(11)B(3)C(1)D(0)F(0)A-/B+(5)
Based on 21 reported grades
A: 7
B+: 4
A+: 4
B: 2
Common Tags
Gives good feedback (9)
Caring (6)
Clear grading criteria (3)
EXTRA CREDIT (3)
Tough Grader (2)
Respected (2)
Skip class? You won't pass. (1)
Inspirational (1)
Rating Trend

Declining

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Ratings by Course

COMMUNICAT

5.0

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ENG1102

5.0

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ENC101102

5.0

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COMM2

5.0

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COMM1ANDCOMM2

5.0

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ENC12C

5.0

ENGLISH1

5.0

COMM12

4.0

COM1

3.3

COMM1ANDCOMM2

3.0

Reviews (90)
5.0
2.0
COMMUNICAT
Mar 15, 2004

One of my favorite teachers. She makes class fun and enjoyable, and her material isn't so hard to follow! She even admits to not liking poetry also! She tries to make the class fit the students, not the other way around, which is great.

5.0
2.0
ENG1102
Apr 4, 2004

Very helpful, fun class. I love her personality and the laid back atmosphere.

5.0
2.0
ENC101102
May 15, 2004

An excellent professor. She gives examples of the types of essays and answers that she is looking for. She understands how students have a life outside of the school and always puts that into perspective. Dr. Kronis does actually care about her students.

5.0
2.0
COMM2
Sep 29, 2004

Best English Professor at BCC. PERIOD

4.0
3.0
ENC1102
Nov 17, 2004

she's a good teacher but grades very hard. i got a b in my com1 class, but i'm just hoping to pass com 2.

5.0
1.0
COMM2
Nov 18, 2004

one of the best/easiest teachers i've ever had. her class is as fun as a comm. class could be. i would definitely recommend her.

5.0
2.0
COMM1ANDCOMM2
Nov 18, 2004

Shes awesome, I got A's in both Comm 1 and Comm 2, very understand and will work with you

5.0
1.0
ENC1102
Nov 19, 2004

Dr. Kronis is a wonderfull teacher. Very nice, and in formative. Explans things well. The best teacher i 've had yet. Strongly reccommend.

5.0
1.0
ENG
Dec 6, 2004

Don't like English but she made it easy. Whenever I had a hard time she would help me out, very nice, a little hard on grading. If you want to pass then she is the teacher to take.

5.0
1.0
ENGLISH
Jan 4, 2005

She is the Jam!

5.0
1.0
ENG
Jan 11, 2005

GRRRRREAT Teacher!

5.0
1.0
COMM1
Jan 16, 2005

EXCELLENT TEACHER. Very educated, very down to earth. Gives concise directions. If you're a relatively decent writer, you can't help but make an A.

5.0
3.0
COMM1
Mar 9, 2005

Awesome teacher. This class is not so easy but the assignments are stright to the point and she grades very fair. She has lots of fun in-class work. I recommend her to everyone.

5.0
1.0
COM2
Apr 13, 2005

Wonderful Teacher Care's about her students!!! A+++++++++++++++++++++

5.0
3.0
COM1
Apr 14, 2005

Great teacher. Keeps assignment interesting. Grades fair. Upbeat and energetic. HAte english but enjoyed her class. Left feeling more confident about writing.

5.0
3.0
COMM1
May 11, 2005

Dr. Kronis is a wonderful professor. She helped me improve my writing skills significantly. Assignments and in-class work was always fun. Grading is always fair. I stongly recommend this professor.

4.0
1.0
COM1COM2
May 18, 2005

Teacher was great for Comm 1, fun research paper and generally easy. She seems to always pick a 'favorite' for each class, which sucks if your not it. When I took her for comm 2 she seems a little angrier, maybe something happened or she just was frustrated but her attitude totally changed around me.

5.0
3.0
COM1
May 19, 2005

Dr. Kronis is one of my very favorite teachers. She makes the assignments fun and she grades very fair. I recommend her to anyone who has not taken their com 1 and com 2 credit.

5.0
1.0
COMM1AND2
May 19, 2005

She is the best professor I've had so far. Her class is so easy its not even funny. Not to mention she lets class out usually 10-15 minutes after it starts. She gives you examples for all of her assignments, so all you really ever have to do is copy the examples. You seriously have to be the laziest person on earth to not get an A in her class.

5.0
1.0
COMM2
May 30, 2005

Dr. Kronis is the best teacher I have ever had. In fact, I've taken 3 of her classes (Comm 1, Comm 2, and British Lit) and I am actually kind of sad that I have run out of classes to take with her. She will always be one of those teacher that I visit even though I'm not taking one of her classes. She really cares about her students ALOT!

5.0
1.0
COMM1AND2
Aug 4, 2005

great professor, down to earth and easy to talk to. Her work is pretty easy as long as you do the assignments, she's fun and energetic. Looked forward to go to this class!

5.0
1.0
COM2
Sep 5, 2005

No Comments

5.0
3.0
COM1ANDCOM2
Sep 15, 2005

THIS IS THE BEST TEACHER AT BCC-COCOA. SHE MAKES WRITING FUN EVEN IF YOUR NOT A WRITER. I RECOMMEND HER TO EVERYONE. WHAT A GREAT TEACHER

5.0
3.0
COMM1
Jan 9, 2006

A very good teacher. She outlines her expectations clearly. No surprise assignments. However, don't fall behind. It's very hard to catch up. Keep up the pace, do the work, and you should get a decent grade.

4.0
2.0
COMM1
Jan 10, 2006

very nice, accepts late work, gives examples for EVERYTHING, makes sure you completely understand how to write your papers...doesn't grade too hard, lets class out early, and has an upbeat personality.

5.0
2.0
COM1101
Jan 11, 2006

Communications 1 was very easy, the whole class is basically writing essays.

5.0
2.0
COM12
Jan 19, 2006

This is my favorite teacher at BCC. If you have not taken your english classes she is the teacher for you. She tells and shows exactly what she expects from you and her assignments are fun. Almost everyone in my com 2 class had her for com 1 that tells you something.

5.0
1.0
ENC11011102
Apr 3, 2006

Dr. Kronis is a very helpfull instructor. She is always well prepared and grades fairly. She doesn't give much extra credit, but it isn't needed. She gives several small assignments and her finals are very easy. Highly Recommended!

5.0
1.0
ENC101102
May 13, 2006

Great teacher. Everything is 100% clear. Easy, as long as you do all the work.

5.0
4.0
COMM12
Jun 28, 2006

Very nice teacher, she let you know everything she expected from you. She made the class fun, and it was not that hard at all. There was really no work, and the stuff she did assign she gave examples so you knew esactly how to write it. I would suggest her to everyone!!

5.0
3.0
ENC1101
Jul 13, 2006

Shes a good teacher and makes her grading policy easy to understand; its easy to know what is an "A" or what is a "D"

5.0
2.0
ENC1101
Jul 20, 2006

lets you out of class early...

5.0
3.0
ENG000
Oct 18, 2006

Really enjoyed the class. Easy to understand and I appreciate the literature of the era much more now.

5.0
2.0
ENC1102
Nov 1, 2006

She is a very good teacher!You have to really try hard in this class and put a lot of effort into it to get a good grade (but this is college).I really enjoy this class and would recommend her to anyone!

4.0
3.0
ENC1101
Dec 17, 2006

Kronis is awesome. The one and only problem I had with her, was that her gradings seem to flex a lot. Never write about serious stuff, always tell stories in your papers. She wants something interesting rather than the typical professor. She lets you out really early!

5.0
2.0
ENC1101
Apr 23, 2007

Very good teacher. Was willing to help you whenever you needed help

5.0
2.0
ENC1011
Jul 7, 2007

Very good teacher. Learned a lot, class was fun and got out early.

5.0
2.0
COMM1
Jul 19, 2007

By far the best teacher I had at BCC. Extremely clear! Gives examples for every assignment. Puts a lot of time and effort into teaching. GREAT teacher!

3.0
4.0
ENC1101
Aug 18, 2007

Hard grader. Does not put time into explaining things. Seems to think everyone should know how to write. Would have liked more explanations and examples. She is not there to teach, mainly just there to give assignments. I got the feeling she does not like to spend much time in the classroom.

5.0
1.0
ENC1101
Jan 7, 2008

SHE IS A GREAT TEACHER

5.0
1.0
ENC1102
Jan 7, 2008

I loved this teacher. Please take her if possible. You won't be disappointed. She makes her class fun and rememberable. I wish I could have taken her for comm 1.

5.0
2.0
ENC1102
Jan 13, 2008

AWESOME TEACHER!!! i loved her,my favorite teacher so far at BCC. She helps you so much and she makes everything crystal clear.

2.0
2.0
ENC1102
Jan 13, 2008

I personally think that she is a horrible teacher. I went to her office a few times and she was very unwilling to help out. She thinks that since she is the department head, she doesn't have to teach. She definitely did not teach me anything I didn't already know. By far the worst teacher I have ever had in my educational career.

5.0
3.0
ENC2010
Apr 15, 2008

She IS a great teacher and person. She doesn't hand out excessive amounts of homework and gives you plenty of time to complete the assignments she does give. She is big on discussing in groups. I wish I would have taken HER for Comm 1.

5.0
4.0
ENC1102
Dec 10, 2008

Dr. Kronis is definitely my favorite teacher at BCC. She was extremely clear and very thorough. I gained a lot from being in her class. Don't take this class if you plan on not applying yourself. She is what a teacher should be.

5.0
3.0
ENC1102
Jun 16, 2009

Dr. Kronis is the best. I was an international student (ESL) and she helped me sooo much! She took time after classes to help me with my writing. Not only she helped me with my writing/English but she made me believe in myself and today I am where I am a lot thanks to her.

5.0
2.0
ENC1101
Jul 21, 2009

I love Dr. Kronis! She is straightforward with what she wants for papers and always gives you an example essay a previous student wrote. She is a incredible professor and I would recommend her to anyone. Easy A!

5.0
1.0
ENC1101
Sep 22, 2009

She's so clear. She tells you exactly what she expects. The grading scale is fair. She's a sweet lady. There's always an example essay. She'll give you two weeks to write an essay that probably only takes one night. Amazing teacher. I plan on taking her for Comm 2 next semester :)

1.0
5.0
ENC12C
Dec 15, 2009

I honestly did not like this teacher. she wasn't helpful and she expected you to already know what she was talking about.she didnot explain cartain things very well. very hard grader. not an easy grade at all.

5.0
1.0
ENC1101
Jan 6, 2010

Extremely Helpful, Very easy class. Lots of essays but, the were very simple.

3.0
2.0
ENC1102
May 4, 2010

I had her for Comm1 and got an A+ easily! Then for some reason when I took her for Comm2 she was a much harder grader and I had to work my butt off for an A-. I got exactly a 90% after the final.

5.0
3.0
ENC1101
Nov 14, 2010

My favorite teacher at BCC! ALL of her assignments come with several examples so you know exactly what she is looking for. Pay attenion and follow directions and you will get an A.

5.0
2.0
ENC1102
Jan 7, 2011

This class had a lot of busywork. There are 3 in-class essays to write and she strongly encourages the 5-paragraph elementary style writing. There are a lot of questions at the end of each story to answer as well. The final project is a bit of a pain though as she randomly assigns you to a group of students that most likely you do not know.

5.0
4.0
ENC1102
May 16, 2011

This was a really good class. I liked Dr. Kronis a lot, and wished I had taken her for Comm 1. Her grading criteria was really, really strict though, mostly on the timed writes. She didn't assign too much homework though...

5.0
2.0
ENC1101
Dec 5, 2011

The first week into her class, we did a creative writing essay.Then the following class we got them back. I didn't like how she singled-out the "best writers".It kind of made me feel a little discouraged. Other than that, her outline is very clear and she shows you exactly how she wants you to write your "timed essays".

5.0
2.0
COMM03C
Apr 9, 2012

She was an amazing teacher. I had her for Comm 1 and 2 and she helps whenever you need it, gives plenty of heads up when assignments are do, and gives examples on how assignments should be done. Shes fun and as long as you do your work, and are willing to ask questions when things are not clear its an easy A

5.0
3.0
ENC1102
Apr 24, 2012

Excellent teacher!! She is very helpful if a person needs assistance. Definitely take her class!!

5.0
1.0
COMP0000
May 10, 2012

Dr. Kronis is awesome. I took her for Composition 1 & 2 and got A's in both. If you don't do well, ask for help. Be polite and put effort in and she will do her best to help you. Very sweet and truly cares about her students.

5.0
2.0
ENC1101
Jun 5, 2012

Dr. Kronis is by far the best professor I've ever had. She's smart, organized, helpful, and easy to understand. I took her Communications 1 and 2 classes, and my writing improved significantly. Yes, she does assign quite a bit of writing. However, she also provides multiple example and clear directions for each assignment. She's awesome!!

1.0
1.0
ENG101
Jul 29, 2013

This teacher tries very hard to be interesting, I will give her that. But she comes across as a know-it-all. Reads from text, then quotes as if it is her own thought.

5.0
2.0
ENC1101
Grade: C+
Nov 15, 2013

her class was very easy if you just do the work.

4.0
3.0
ENC1101
Jan 9, 2014

She gives an awful group essay. She also gives a lot of assignments back to back and over loads you at times. Her teaching style was decent, she conveyed her messages pretty well. I wouldn't say she is as easy as some people are saying. Not the worst but not the best.

4.0
2.0
ENC110110C
Grade: B+
May 12, 2014

She's a tough lady, but I really liked her. She gives a lot of handouts and she grades like you're pursuing a major in English. Lol she can be humorous, but she looks serious all the time. She will help you if you ask, but she WON'T do your work for you. If you want to improve your writing, she will definitely push you there.

1.0
5.0
ENC1101
Jul 14, 2014

Worst teacher ever. She likes to tell you about your grades to the whole class. Very hard grader and just overall rude!

3.0
5.0
ENC1102
Grade: A-
Oct 29, 2014

If you actually like literature, you will be groaning the whole time. She's so rigid and concrete.

1.0
5.0
ENC1102
Grade: B-
Nov 4, 2014

Despite my love for language arts, Dr. Kronis continually makes me feel slighted by her blatantly rude attitude toward me (tossing papers across the table, sarcastic comments, indifference toward my questions, discouraging my ideas) and a select few others in my class, even though I turn in every assignment on time and produce quality work.

1.0
5.0
ENC1102
Nov 4, 2014

Dr. Kronis is the rudest teacher I have ever met and she hurts my feelings when she prints out my mistakes for the whole class to read. Whenever I raise my hand to participate in a class discussion she negates what I say and makes me feel totally dumb. I can't wait until this class is over. I've never experienced so much hostility from a teacher.

5.0
2.0
ENC1102
Jan 26, 2015

After reading the reviews that other people have put out for Dr. Kronis, I felt like I had taken the wrong class! Dr. Kronis is super helpful, clarifies everything, and will let you turn in things very late! She was very kind to me and never called out my grades, as others have said. She is a hard grader but she made me a MUCH better writer.

5.0
2.0
ENC1102
Grade: A+
Jan 26, 2015

Dr. Kronis is one of the best professors I've had at EFSC. I took her Comm 1 and 2 class and wish I could take more! She is SUPER nice and helpful. There isn't too much writing and she gives examples for every assignment. Her class was my favorite class I've taken by far. She's very organized and explains everything. Take her class, thank me later.

1.0
5.0
ENC1101
Apr 29, 2015

Kronis is one tough grader. Save your money. Don't waste your time taking this class. She give too many essays - almost every week. Boring class. No teacher to student interaction. Be aware of group essays. Not many extra credit given. She need to retire. She criticized adjunct (temporary) professor in our class. She look down on you. Watch out..

5.0
2.0
ENC1101
May 6, 2015

She's not really easy, but she will teach you how to write well. Be respectful in class, follow her directions, use the example essays and you will get an A. She expects effort on your part. She won't pre-grade papers but she will happily answer specific questions. If you have major problems, go to the writing lab.

1.0
5.0
ENC1101
Jul 30, 2015

Rude professor! Pretend she know everything!

5.0
2.0
ENC 1101. 1102
Grade: A+
Oct 22, 2015

Dr. Kronis seems intimidating at first because of all of her strict directions but she is really a sweetheart. If you can read and follow her directions, you will do fine in the class. She explains exactly what she is looking for and gives example papers for every assignment. She focuses on clarity and good writing habits rather than creativity.

5.0
4.0
COMM1ANDCOMM2
Grade: Not sure yet
Dec 10, 2015

LOVE HER. The best professor I've had. She does grade tough, but she will help you and pull you aside to explain how you can improve. Truly wanted to help me pass, honest and will work with you. I wish there were more professors like her. Interacts with the class & has a good personality. Definitely take her class.

4.0
2.0
COM1101
Grade: B+
Dec 10, 2015

Dr. Kronis is a very sweet woman! She's my favorite professor and I'm lucky to have taken her class. She actually gives you an example essay and handouts for every assignment. Just be sure to call her Doctor!

4.0
3.0
COM2
Dec 18, 2015

I know Dr. Kronis has not gotten great reviews but you have to take these reviews with a grain of salt. I thought she was an excellent teacher. She had a clear outline of what was expected, offered help throughout the semester, and was just an overall nice professor. If you complete the work, there will be no problem passing.

1.0
5.0
ENGLISH1
Jan 12, 2016

Doesn't help students with their needs, really rude and unprofessional.

3.0
4.0
COM1
Grade: B+
Apr 13, 2016

Dr. Kronis is overall a good teacher. She assigns lots of papers but the topics aren't horrible. She really tries to make her class interesting (especially if you have an 8 AM class). She grade very hard so i suggest getting your grammar checked. She is very nice and leaves lots of feedback. There is a lot of work and she hates when people are late

5.0
4.0
ENC1102
Grade: A
Apr 25, 2016

AMAZING!! I have learned so much from Dr. Kronis and I wish I could have her as my professor again. I had her for both composition 1 and 2. She is very clear about what she expects and likes to keep on schedule. Prepare to write quite a bit, but even if you hate writing she is still accommodating and helpful. Also always answer emails.

5.0
3.0
ENC1011
Grade: A
Dec 1, 2016
Would take again

She's really straight forward, and although her classes aren't easy A's, they're somewhat easier than with other professors. Overall, a great professor. I highly recommend her!

Gives good feedback
Clear grading criteria
EXTRA CREDIT
4.0
3.0
COM1
Grade: B
Dec 24, 2016
Would take again

Dr. Kronis is an alright professor. She is willing to discuss your papers with you, and help out with any questions. She does like to talk about herself a lot and will say she doesn't pick favorites but she totally does. She is tough grader but if you follow the directions closely you should do alright. She also gives a lot of extra credit.

Tough Grader
Gives good feedback
Skip class? You won't pass.
1.0
1.0
COM1101
Grade: B+
Apr 10, 2017
Wouldn't take again

Kronis thinks she's tough. She loves to humiliate your intelligence in the classroom. She will read your name, then call out your mistakes in the essay. She's a lousy teacher who tries to intimidate students by embarrassing them.

5.0
3.0
COM2
Grade: A
Apr 26, 2017
Would take again

I took Dr. Kronis for Comp 2 and I loved her. gave wonderful feedback, easy to assess out of class, quick to respond to her emails. A very warm, kind, genuine teacher. I'd recommend her to anyone!

Gives good feedback
Inspirational
Caring
5.0
3.0
ENC1102
Grade: A
May 2, 2017
Would take again

She's by far my favorite professor. It's not an easy class, and there's plenty of homework and whatnot, but she's very clear and straight forward with her instructions. If you be honest with yourself and try in her class, you will get an A. She's always willing to help you during her office hours. I loved her class.

Gives good feedback
ACCESSIBLE OUTSIDE CLASS
EXTRA CREDIT
4.0
3.0
COM1101
Grade: B
May 7, 2017
Would take again

She is very sweet. She grades fair. I got B's on most of my papers but thats because i am not a good writer. The class is easy to pass. If you are looking for an easy class to pass this is the teacher.

Tough Grader
Gives good feedback
Get ready to read
5.0
1.0
ENC1101
Grade: A+
Jun 27, 2019
Would take again

I love Dr. Kronis and will definitely be taking her for com 2. She was extremely sweet and as long as you can write at a 5th grade level and learn from her you'll pass most likely with an A. If you're having trouble she will sit and help you until you understand even if it takes the whole class period. Overall a sweet lady and great teacher.

Respected
Clear grading criteria
Caring
5.0
3.0
COM2
Grade: A
Oct 24, 2019
Would take again

She was a great professor. She was a fair grader, gave lots of instructions and examples. Lots of time during class to do assignments. Wish she taught more classes

Gives good feedback
Caring
EXTRA CREDIT
5.0
4.0
ENC1011
Grade: A
Jan 15, 2020
Would take again

This is the best professor ever if she taught more classes I would not even hesitate to register in every single one of them. Shes amazing at explaining things and has fun assignments. I stayed after class all the time and asked questions and she was so helpful. She allows extra credit and lets you even rewrite papers sometimes. She is great.

Gives good feedback
Participation matters
Caring
5.0
2.0
ENC1102
Grade: A+
May 8, 2020
Would take again

She was awesome. Almost all work can be done in class. She gives very detail instruction so you know exactly what she wants. She was funny, caring and wanted you to learn. Wish I had her for all my classes. If you can take her for Comm 1 and 2, you will not be sorry

Gives good feedback
Clear grading criteria
Caring
5.0
3.0
ENC1101
Grade: A
Oct 15, 2021
Would take again

Dr. Kronis is one of the best professors I've ever had. Projects were fun and fulfilling, I would leave class excited for the next assignment. Even as a serial procrastinator I would find myself being done with assignments days before due date. She provides ample time to work on projects and sets you up for future success. Take her where possible.

Gives good feedback
Respected
Caring
Class Info

Attendance Mandatory

78%

Textbook Required

78%

Grade Predictor

Your expected effort level

LowHigh

Predicted Grade

A-

95% confidence
Based on 20 grades
Most common grades:
A (7)
B+ (4)
A+ (4)
Grade Distribution
A(11)B(3)C(1)D(0)F(0)A-/B+(5)
Based on 21 reported grades
A: 7
B+: 4
A+: 4
B: 2
Common Tags
Gives good feedback (9)
Caring (6)
Clear grading criteria (3)
EXTRA CREDIT (3)
Tough Grader (2)
Respected (2)
Skip class? You won't pass. (1)
Inspirational (1)
Rating Trend

Declining

-0.85 avg change
May
Jun
Oct
Jan
May
Oct
Last 6 months
Ratings by Course

COMMUNICAT

5.0

(1)

ENG1102

5.0

(1)

ENC101102

5.0

(2)

COMM2

5.0

(3)

COMM1ANDCOMM2

5.0

(2)
+24 more courses
Difficulty by Course

ENC12C

5.0

ENGLISH1

5.0

COMM12

4.0

COM1

3.3

COMM1ANDCOMM2

3.0

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