4.7

Shawna Summers

Computer Science - Forsyth Technical Community College

4.7
Quality
1.9
Difficulty
100%
Would Retake
95
Reviews
4.7
Quality
1.9
Difficulty
4.8
Helpful
4.5
Clarity

100%

Would Retake

95

Reviews

Rating Distribution
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4

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3

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What Students Say

If you have trouble she is there to help you

CIS110 - 5.0 rating

Summers is a really fun teacher

WEB110 - 5.0 rating
Class Info

Online Classes

100%

Attendance Mandatory

83%

Textbook Required

50%

Grade Predictor

Your expected effort level

LowHigh

Predicted Grade

A-

74% confidence
Based on 8 grades
Most common grades:
A (3)
A+ (3)
B (1)
Grade Distribution
A(6)B(1)C(0)D(0)F(0)A-/B+(1)
Based on 8 reported grades
A: 3
A+: 3
B: 1
A-: 1
Common Tags
Gives good feedback (4)
Caring (3)
Accessible outside class (2)
Respected (1)
Participation matters (1)
EXTRA CREDIT (1)
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Reviews (95)
5.0
1.0
CIS110
May 20, 2011

My experience was Great. Mrs. Summers was awesome.

5.0
3.0
SGD171
Apr 11, 2012

She is definitely a sweetheart. Knows what she's doing and devotes time to helping students.

5.0
2.0
SGD171
Apr 11, 2012

class was fun learned a lot of interesting things. teacher was nice and helpful.

5.0
1.0
CIS110
Apr 12, 2012

She has been the sweetest teacher that I have had at the college. She really cares about her students, and is extremely helpful! Also, she has a very personable character which makes her easy to speak with and communicate with. I wish all of my teachers were as caring as Mrs. Summers! I will miss her a lot!

5.0
1.0
CIS110
Apr 12, 2012

I know hardly anything about computers, so this class was very helpful in teaching me some new tricks. Teacher was totally awesome! The only gripe I have in the Super Sleuths, and exercise on surfing the web. After the first 2 times, I think it gets a bit redundant.Loved the class otherwise. :)

3.0
3.0
CIS110
Apr 12, 2012

I think this was a rough semester for Mrs. Summers. But she always came through in being there to help us.

5.0
1.0
CIS110
Apr 12, 2012

This is a very fun class. It helps ou learn computer skills which will help you find a better job if it is dealing with knowing microsoft, excel, and powerpoint. It has a lot of work but if you stay on task it is very easy and your grades will be high. This is one of my favorite classes.

5.0
1.0
CIS110
Apr 12, 2012

I loved this class! I enjoyed working on assignments and having Ms. Summers as my teacher for this class. I felt as though she was able to help me with whatever I needed and she was able to answer all of my questions. I hope I get her as a teacher for next semester. :)

5.0
2.0
CIS110
Apr 12, 2012

I know a some what about computers and i know how to opperate them and do just about every thing but i think that we should have more days to work on our work but over all this class is grate

4.0
3.0
CIS110
Apr 12, 2012

I very much enjoyed the class as well as the instuctor. One thing I would change is more lab days. A lot of the assignments feel like they could be done at home so maybe have set days that we know ahead of time and decide whether or not to come. Good job taking it slow so the class can keep up.

5.0
1.0
CIS110
Apr 12, 2012

Mrs. Summers is a nice teacher. She really cares for her students and will find a way to help out her students. She will sit with you going through the steps until the problem or question is answered or corrected. She will do what she can to help students achieve in her class. She is very reasonable and understanding.

5.0
2.0
CIS110
Apr 12, 2012

Mrs. Summers is very helpful and understanding. She dosen't scold me about my work as long as I'm putting forth the effort. She is amazing.

5.0
2.0
CIS110
Apr 12, 2012

Mrs. Summers is a great teacher. She is layed back, and very helpful. She understands that this is not the only class students are taking and does not overload you with unnecissary work, which i really appreciate. I thoroughly enjoyed her class, and highly recommend her.

5.0
3.0
CIS110
Apr 12, 2012

I have really learned alot from this class.Mrs.summers takes her time to explain things.I really wish we had more like her.She honestly cares.

5.0
2.0
CIS110
Apr 12, 2012

Mrs. Summers is a great teacher. She is very patient with her students and care enough about them to make sure they understand the work. She made it fun & interesting. I really enjoyed coming to class. She's genuine.

5.0
3.0
CIS110
Apr 12, 2012

She is an excellent teacher she cares about us passing and learning everything we are suppose to learn to help with what lies ahead.

5.0
1.0
CIS110
Apr 12, 2012

Good teacher, helpful. works well with attendance

5.0
1.0
CIS110
Apr 12, 2012

Ms.Summers is a great teacher very understanding person I wish she could be my teacher in all my classes.I wish all professor could be just like her. God sent a angel from heaven.I had death in my family, my mom passed n she check on her every day so I thank God for her... GREAT TEACHER......

5.0
1.0
CIS110
Apr 12, 2012

She does well at giving individual attention. She is very understanding and determined to give you all the help she can.

5.0
2.0
COM110
Apr 17, 2012

Mrs.Summers really takes the time to explain the material in the textbook, and really spends extra time for the ones that need it. I appreciate her willingness to understand that her classes consist of people of all ages and she makes sure that she stays on a pace to allow everyone to stay caught up. Some of her assignments are really hard.

5.0
2.0
CIS110
Apr 17, 2012

she is very nice and attentive

5.0
1.0
CIS110
Apr 17, 2012

AMAZING

5.0
3.0
CIS110
Apr 17, 2012

Very HELPFUL

5.0
1.0
CIS106
Apr 18, 2012

Mrs. Summers is a very good instructor. She teaches the material very well and she explains things on a level that you can understand it. She cares about her students, and she makes sure that everyone knows and understand the material in the text books. She will also take the time to work with you if there is something that you may not understand.

5.0
1.0
SGD171
Apr 18, 2012

great all around teacher clear and very helpfull

5.0
1.0
SDG171
Apr 18, 2012

The time in class is rather boring and straight out of the book but I really enjoy the homework assignments where I can be more creative.

5.0
1.0
SDG117
Apr 18, 2012

Great

5.0
2.0
SGD171
Apr 21, 2012

Well suited to classes that encourage creativity. Understanding and compassionate to students with difficulties. Cultivates a friendly and warm atmosphere, and engages the class.

5.0
4.0
CIS110
May 1, 2012

Mrs Summers is by far one of the best teachers at this school, Her knowldge and dedication goes above and beyond what I think a teacher should have I would recomend her to any group or school and I know that she would excell.

5.0
2.0
SDG171
May 2, 2012

Mrs. SUmmers is a great teacher and really nows this field. She is very helpfull and very clear in her teaching.

5.0
3.0
CTS130
Nov 29, 2012

Great teacher.

5.0
3.0
CTS103
Nov 29, 2012

i believe she is a very great instructor and is very easy to get alone with. however i dont like the sam program

5.0
1.0
CTS130
Nov 29, 2012

I think Ms Summers is a great teacher because she take her time with us. When we don't understand she is very patient with us and explain it more clearly than SAM or the book. I do thank you for your assistant.

5.0
1.0
CTS130
Nov 29, 2012

Mrs. Summers is a wonderful teacher. She's always helpful and tries to explain everything in a way that you can understand. I have no negative comments towards her but as for the course, i think SAM should be reevaluated because there are certain aspects that dont make sense and gives alot of people a hard time.

5.0
1.0
CTS130
Nov 29, 2012

Mrs. Summers was a teacher where you would want to come to class and learn. She was always on top of returning emails. Funny and understanding, will always help you with assignments. SHe gives extra credi thru out the semester that helps with the tests. SAM PATH is the hardest most complicated stuff but it is not in her control.

5.0
3.0
CTS130
Nov 29, 2012

Mrs. Summers is a remarkable instructor. She wants you to succeed, she will go out of her way to help you or stop what she is doing to help you. She is understanding and understands that everyone has life issues and will work with you IF you don't give up. I am thankful that I've taken this in-class and not online, it's a much better experience.

5.0
2.0
CTS130
Nov 29, 2012

Mrs. Summers is an excellent teacher! She will work with you if you have any complications with class-related situations or personal situations. I have no complaints for this teacher or this class!

5.0
1.0
CTS130
Nov 29, 2012

She was very helpful at all time and love working with her.

5.0
2.0
CTS130
Nov 29, 2012

Mrs. Summer is a great teacher! She really cares about everyone and is very helpful and does not want to see anyone fail. If you don't reach out to her for help then it is your fault that you fail the class!

5.0
1.0
OST130
Nov 29, 2012

She is a teacher who teaches because she care if you know what is being taught.She is very attentive and helpful. If you need help she doesnt just give you the answer, she helps you work thru it and understand it. Thats how it should be! This course is not that easy, makes a difference when you have a teacher who cares.

5.0
2.0
CTS130
Nov 29, 2012

Mrs. Summers,is an excellent instructor, she cares about her students. She is always helpful,she will do anything she can to help you. She always goes the extra mile to help you. She knows her subject and is very good at teaching it. I would recommend her highly. Absolutely great instructors. One more thing she understands that "life happens">

4.0
2.0
CTS130
Nov 29, 2012

Mrs. Summers is a really great instructor, she helped me out alot in this class it was difficult until i asked for her guidance she is wonderful. I would highly reccomend her as anyones teacher

5.0
1.0
CTS130
Nov 29, 2012

I love Mrs. Summers class. Shes very informative, she interacts well with students of all ages. I have learned a lot and love her teaching style. Mrs. Summers makes it easy for anyone to understand and learn working with Microsoft Office.

5.0
2.0
CTS130
Dec 4, 2012

Mrs. Summers has a well rounded knowledge of #Excel and all it's practical applications. She is always at a studentsd side either helping them get more familiar with the content or leading them in the right direction. She is always available for questions and one on one instruction. I would highly recommend her for any future classes.

5.0
1.0
WEB110
Apr 29, 2013

Great teacher. Does everything possible to make sure everyone understands the material. Puts in extra time to help students strive.

5.0
3.0
WEB110
Apr 29, 2013

Very good course - informative and fair with grading as well.

5.0
1.0
WEB110
Apr 29, 2013

She was a very kind and courteous teacher that made me feel welcome every class. I would definitly recommend her and be excited to be in another class she is teaching.

5.0
1.0
WEB110
Apr 29, 2013

She is one of the best teachers that I have had at Forsyth Tech. I would recommend her to other students. She really cares about her students and what they have to say

4.0
1.0
WEB110
Apr 29, 2013

I would reccomend this course I would take what i learned here and use it in the real world.She's funny and real

5.0
1.0
WEB110
Apr 29, 2013

She is very informative and interactive with the class. She explains everything clearly when you don't understand it. One of the best teachers at tech

5.0
1.0
WEB110
Apr 29, 2013

I enjoyed the class and found that there is so much to learn about the internet other than www. I appreciated her flexibilty with our assignments. She understands that you have family and sometimes things happen. DO NOT ABUSE THIS PRIVILEDGE and ruin it for those of us appreciate this!!

5.0
2.0
WEB110
Apr 29, 2013

Mrs. Summers was very helpful and answered every question I had. She also responded very quickly to emails and explained the material to where we understood it and if not than she would explain it in more detail. She was the best computer professor that i have had since my high school days in computer classes. I would highly recommend her.

5.0
2.0
WEB110
Apr 29, 2013

When you seem lost,feel free to email the professor. She sees the course thru your eyes which makes answer your questions easy. She won't let you get behind.

5.0
2.0
WEB110100
Apr 29, 2013

I highly encourage anyone taking web110 to try their very best to get into Mrs. Summers classes. She is easy to talk to and gets along well with everyone and she makes everything simple and easy. She makes things very clear and straight forward.

5.0
1.0
WEB110
Apr 29, 2013

She was very helpful and very easy going. She's willing to help you in any trouble you have if you ask.

4.0
1.0
WEB110
Apr 29, 2013

Mrs. Summers is a good teacher. She is fair with grading and assigning homework. She also covers the material well. My only complaint is when we were building a website, I didn't feel like she took as much time to help me as she did with others in the class. Other than that she is great, and I would take a class under her again.

5.0
3.0
WEB110
Apr 29, 2013

Good knowledge of subject, personable yet professional. Wlling to go above and beyond to help those who want and need it. Look forward to having Ms. Summers in a class with a more challenging curriculum where she can really shine. Overall, an excellent educational experience.

5.0
4.0
CIS110100
Apr 29, 2013

Took this class as an online class first; I did poorly since I couldn't decipher the online directions. Mrs.Summers was patient w/me regarding understand what the assignments included. Breaking the work into pieces that I could understand was critical to my completing this course successfully.

4.0
3.0
WEB115
Apr 30, 2013

She is a very good teacher and cares if you get the work or not

5.0
1.0
WEB115
Apr 30, 2013

she is a very nice teacher and she dealt with the computer stupid people very well

5.0
1.0
WEB115
Apr 30, 2013

Overall, she was really helpful and nice. Not the best at replying to emails, but certainly a good professor otherwise.

4.0
4.0
WEB115
Apr 30, 2013

There should be prerequisits for this class!!!! Also with the Javascript portion the professor should go as slow as the HTML portion unless the students have a basic knowledge of Javascript or programming.

4.0
3.0
WEB115
Apr 30, 2013

Mrs. Summers is a good teacher. She is more than fair with grading and assigning homework. She also covers the material well, and I would take a class under her again anytime.

5.0
1.0
WEB115
Apr 30, 2013

Kind and understanding teacher. Very available for help. Good class overall and would recommend to beginners in the area of web development

5.0
1.0
CTS130
May 2, 2013

Mrs. Summers was among the best instructors I have ever had! She went above and beyond to help any student who needed it. She was very encouraging and spoke kindly. Thanks Mrs. Summers! You made learning excel fun!

4.0
3.0
CTS130
May 3, 2013

Great instructor. Very helpful.

5.0
1.0
CTS130
May 3, 2013

Very good and knows what she is doing

5.0
1.0
CTS130
May 3, 2013

this teacher was very helpful and made a point to let you know that you could contact her at anytime(within reason) for assistance. She always showed that she cared what you made in her class as long as you let her know what was going on and how she could help she worked with you.

5.0
1.0
CTS130
May 3, 2013

Great teacher ever

5.0
3.0
CTS130900
May 3, 2013

Mrs. Summers is a GREAT instructor and she's very understanding.

5.0
1.0
CTS130
May 6, 2013

Great teacher

5.0
3.0
CTS130
May 6, 2013

She was very helpful and made an extra effort help students who weer struggling.

3.0
2.0
CTS130
May 11, 2013

Mrs.Summers is a great teacher. She is very helpful and understanding.

5.0
2.0
CTS118
Jul 30, 2013

Great instructor. Seems born to do this or something people oriented. Genuinely cares about the students. Would take another class with her as the instructor.

5.0
4.0
CTS118
Jul 30, 2013

I learned much in the class that I apply daily in my job. The class is real world oriented.

5.0
1.0
CIS
Jul 31, 2013

I enjoyed my class with Ms. Summers. It was unfortunate I had family 'issues' going on & was not able to devote 100% to all four classes I took this semester.

5.0
2.0
CTS118
Jul 31, 2013

Mrs. Summers was very helpful. I would take another class with her.

5.0
2.0
CTS118
Jul 31, 2013

Mrs Summers is an excellent teacher. She is very helpful, responds quickly to emails. Plenty of extra credit work. I am a second year student, she is one of the best teachers I have had. If you don't pass this class it is YOUR fault.

5.0
2.0
CTS118
Aug 1, 2013

Mrs. Summers proved to be a very professional instructor. Very helpful when help was needed. I would recommend her to another potential student.

5.0
1.0
WEB115800WEB
Aug 1, 2013

The class was well prepared and arranged at the start which I've found to be extremely helpful for online courses. The follow through on responses I received were outstanding, along with input on any technical questions I asked. Great attitude and effort,the kind of teacher that motivated you, kind you wanted to work hard for and learn. Recommended

5.0
2.0
CTS118800
Aug 5, 2013

Excellent instructor who took the time to listen to what I had going on during the semester. Encouraged me to press on through difficulties.

2.0
4.0
WEB115
Aug 5, 2013

"Clean"... Portions of the HTML project were confusing. Multiple items called "project" were confusing and frustrating. Due dates were changed but items submitted before the new due date were counted late. MOST ANNOYING was the amount of time it took to get things graded.

2.0
4.0
CTS118
Aug 5, 2013

This online course was essentially all book and supplied media. "Teaching" did not really seem to be a significant factor. I avoid online classes because this seems common with them. Grading criteria seemed to be easily misunderstood, resulting in grades which were either A+ or D- (very little in between).

5.0
2.0
WEB115
Aug 8, 2013

Loved this class!!! I would take this instructor again.

5.0
3.0
WEB110
Dec 18, 2013

Mrs. Summers is an amazing instructor. She replies quickly to emails and is overly helpful. She really cares! I highly recommend this instructor!!!

5.0
3.0
WEB110
Mar 8, 2014

Mrs. Summers is an excellent instructor. She seems to genuinely care about each student in the class. She has a great attitude and is always willing to help. And she always follows up to make sure any assistance or advice is fully understood.

3.0
2.0
CIS110
Grade: A
Dec 17, 2014

If you know anything about computers and the MS Office programs you will be fine in this class.

5.0
3.0
CIS110
Dec 19, 2014

Very nice teacher. Show up and do your work that is all she expects of her students. If you have trouble she is there to help you.

5.0
1.0
WEB110
Grade: A
Apr 16, 2015

Ms. Summers is a really fun teacher. I enjoyed being in her Web 110. This was a somewhat boring class, but she made it very entertaining and overall I enjoyed it. She's very easy going and understanding, quite laid back too, and it's rare to find a professor who honestly cares. I would recommend her and I'd gladly take her class again

5.0
1.0
WEB110
Grade: A+
May 11, 2015

Some professors just teach to the slides, where as Mrs Summers taught to the subject as well. She took the material and related it to the students in a way they could easily understand. She's fair and level headed in how she treats the students. If you do your work and show her the respect she deserves, she will do the same for you.

5.0
2.0
CIS110
Grade: A+
Dec 17, 2019
Would take again

Very good teacher

Gives good feedback
Respected
Caring
5.0
3.0
CTI110
Grade: A
Dec 21, 2020
Would take again

Not enough room to write this all out but she is very fair and very understanding even if you run into some trouble or have situations outside of class that need attention. If you try hard and show that through attendence and participation you will do well and her class lectures and covering of material is amazing.

Gives good feedback
Accessible outside class
Caring
5.0
2.0
CIS110
Grade: A+
May 16, 2021
Would take again

Professor Summers is an amazing professor. She really cares about all of her students. She gives fun extra credit opportunities, multiple chances to submit work, and she always gives a feedback to every student on their assignments. If you have to miss class, she has prerecorded her lessons and she responds quickly to emails and helps after hours.

Gives good feedback
Participation matters
EXTRA CREDIT
5.0
3.0
WEB182
Grade: B
Oct 14, 2021
Would take again

Mrs. Summers will work with you to help you do your very best. She allows resubmissions to make sure you understand the information in class. She meets with us online even though she isn't required. She truly cares and is one of my favorite instructors so far.

Gives good feedback
Accessible outside class
Caring
5.0
3.0
CIS110
Grade: A-
Dec 17, 2021
Would take again

Mrs Summers was fantastic, responded to emails quickly, did a great job helping me to understand my class assignments & text. I highly recommend her for any new students. Hope to have more with her in the future.

Class Info

Online Classes

100%

Attendance Mandatory

83%

Textbook Required

50%

Grade Predictor

Your expected effort level

LowHigh

Predicted Grade

A-

74% confidence
Based on 8 grades
Most common grades:
A (3)
A+ (3)
B (1)
Grade Distribution
A(6)B(1)C(0)D(0)F(0)A-/B+(1)
Based on 8 reported grades
A: 3
A+: 3
B: 1
A-: 1
Common Tags
Gives good feedback (4)
Caring (3)
Accessible outside class (2)
Respected (1)
Participation matters (1)
EXTRA CREDIT (1)
Rating Trend

Stable

+0.10 avg change
May
Dec
Dec
May
Oct
Dec
Last 6 months
Ratings by Course

SGD171

5.0

(4)

COM110

5.0

(1)

CIS106

5.0

(1)

SDG171

5.0

(2)

SDG117

5.0

(1)
+15 more courses
Difficulty by Course

CIS110100

4.0

CTS103

3.0

CTS130900

3.0

CTI110

3.0

WEB182

3.0

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