4.3

Sherry Smith

Sociology - Georgia State University Perimeter College - Decatur

4.3
Quality
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Difficulty
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Would Retake
91
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4.3
Quality
1.9
Difficulty
4.3
Helpful
4.4
Clarity

89%

Would Retake

91

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What Students Say

Teacher is NOT helpful if you ask for help

SOCI1101 - 2.0 rating

She is a very interesting Dr

SOC1101 - 3.0 rating
Class Info

Online Classes

100%

Attendance Mandatory

60%

Textbook Required

33%

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Grade Distribution
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A+: 2
B+: 1
B: 1
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Inspirational (2)
Caring (2)
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SOCI1101
Nov 2, 2003

She lectures right out of the book. She is very easy to follow because of it coming right out of the book and makes you sleepy. She doesn't really engage in anything extraordinary ... Good luck and bring the Red Bull!

5.0
1.0
SOCH1101
Nov 12, 2003

No Comments

5.0
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SOCI1101
Nov 23, 2003

Very organized teacher, maker her points clear. Farily easy class. Tests are clear and focus on her notes. Highly recommended!!

4.0
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SOCI1101
Mar 1, 2004

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SOICIOLOGY
Mar 24, 2004

She was straight to the point, organized, and she really knows her stuff. Be sure to call her "DR." Smith. She gets mad if you don't. She is super nice and easy to understand the material that she covers. Easy A.

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SOC1101
Jun 3, 2004

Was a pretty boring class, but she did well in making it as interesting as possible. Really easy and she is very nice and helpful.

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SOCI1101
Aug 27, 2004

I love Dr. Smith. Her class was engaging and the assignments weren't difficult but they made you think. I always felt comfortable being part of the discussion in her class. Easy A.

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SOCI1101
Oct 13, 2004

Exams and projects are pretty easy and she lectures from Power Point. Just take notes and pay attention you will get an easy A

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SOC1101
Oct 25, 2004

She is a very interesting Dr. but her test seem not to really focus on what was covered in class or the book sometimes.

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SOCIO1101
Oct 25, 2004

SHE IS VERY ORGANIZED AND SOMETIMES SHE GETS REALLY INTO TOPICS AND THEN SHE GETS BEHIND AND CRAMS EVERYTHING IN THE LAST MINUTE OF CLASS BEFORE A TEST.SHE DOES GET KIND OF TOUCHY ABOUT SOME THINGS.SHE LIKES TO BE CALLED DR BUT I WOULD TO IF I WENT TO ALL THAT SCHOOL.TESTS ARE FROM NOTES AND BOOK

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SOC1101
Oct 26, 2004

Dr. Smith is an awesome teacher. Her classes are very boring but if you study the notes you will get an "A" on all your test! She's Great!

5.0
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SOCIO1101
Nov 6, 2004

dr. smith is a good teacher. she knows sociology very well. teaches very clearly and trys to make things interesting. test are easy. recommend her for socio!

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SOC
Nov 10, 2004

This teacher is great. Her notes are very easy to follow and the class disscussions are interesting. The tests are not very complicated and follow the notes perfectly, so if you take the time to study them you should have no problem getting an A.

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SOCI1101
Nov 14, 2004

She has to be one of my favorite techers! She is very nice and the class discusions are fun and help alot on the tests. She gives handouts that pertain exactly to her tests!!! She is a great teacher, get the notes and you will pass!!!

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SOCI1101
Nov 15, 2004

This class was very interesting and I learned a lot from it. Dr. Smith is a very good teacher and her test are straight from the notes. I recommend taking her for Sociology.

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SOCIOLOGY1101
Nov 16, 2004

She is very boring and very hard to understand her, I will not recommend you take her. Her tests are extremely hard.

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SOCI
Dec 6, 2004

Good overall teacher. She is fair and is always willing to help in any way she can. Class can be a little boring at times but her notes are clear and to the point and her tests come straight from the notes. Dont even bother buying a book, just pay attention to her notes.

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1.0
SOCI1101
Dec 7, 2004

She is really easy. Just study the notes and you are set!

4.0
2.0
SOCI1101
Dec 21, 2004

Easy, just take the notes and you will do well on the tests.

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SOCIOLOGY
Jan 19, 2005

She's good about giving notes online. He test are directly from the notes plus a few things she adds in class. She is almost too happy. Dont be late for her class... even 5 minutes. She wont count you present.

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SOCI
Mar 21, 2005

This class is easy if you study the notes. She is not that strict, but she demands respect in the classroom. As long as you are not the class clown, and you put forth a little effort, you will do well in this class.

3.0
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SOCIOLOGY
Mar 23, 2005

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5.0
1.0
SOCIOLOGY
Apr 5, 2005

Fun teacher. She's really nice to everybody, her tests aren't hard and unlike alot of social sciences her class is actually kind of fun to sit through.

4.0
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SOCILG
Apr 6, 2005

she is cool, she has alot of energy so its kinda funny. but yo all in all she is easy. if you cant pull an A or B you are stupid. cuz im a BIG slacker and im doing good

5.0
2.0
SOCIOLOGY
May 16, 2005

Awesome teacher. I enjoyed the class, and her. Very happy go lucky personality. Very personable. Study notes and you will do well.

5.0
1.0
SOCIOLOGY
May 29, 2005

I absolutely loved this class. She is so nice and alot of fun. I usualluy can't pay attention in an 8 o'clock class but this class kept me awake. I would highly suggest taking her class. I wish she taught more classes so I could take another one with her.

5.0
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SOCIOL1101
Jun 2, 2005

easy class

5.0
1.0
SOCI1101
Jun 3, 2005

This class was very easy. Tests are straight from the notes and she generously grades the presentations.

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SOCIINTRO
Jul 11, 2005

Dr. Smith is the best. i enjoyed her class so much. She is very entertaining and doesn't just sit there. She uses powerpoints, fun videos, and grades easily on presentations. I love her.

5.0
1.0
SOCI1101
Jul 27, 2005

AWESOME teacher. Wasn't sure about this class before, but ended up loving it. Her lectures are so easy to understand. Test are easy, and come straight from power points. Would take her again in a heart beat. Easy A. Loved it. Wish she taught more classes.

4.0
2.0
SOCIOLOGY
Aug 11, 2005

Dr. Smith was a good teacher. She is a little quirky at times, but her tests are straight from the notes and powerpoints. I'd recommend her, but there is a strong attendance policy.

5.0
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SOCI1101
Grade: B+
Oct 18, 2005

Very friendly and interactive. She makes you want to learn and stay awake.

5.0
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SOCIOLOGY1101
Oct 19, 2005

WOW!! What a great teacher. Her test come directly from her lectures. She is willing to help students in any way that she can. Her class is very interesting. If you have to take sociology, make sure you take her! SHE IS THE BEST

4.0
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SOCIOLOGY
Nov 14, 2005

she worthless!

5.0
2.0
SOCIO1101
Dec 1, 2005

Excellent teacher! Her exams are very easy and multiple choice. Very easy to talk to and get extra help if needed. I definitely recomend her.

5.0
1.0
SOCIOLOGY
Dec 1, 2005

She is the best! She really loves her subject and teaches it in such an easy way that it's practically common sense! Dont get the book :)

5.0
2.0
SOCIOLOGY
Dec 6, 2005

Iloved this teacher! Very easy class. Print the handouts from the computer and you will do fine. You don't really even need to buy the book. She is VERY nice and VERY helpful. I would LOVE to have her again!

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SOCI1101
Dec 22, 2005

She is a great professor, loves what she is teaching. The class is not very easy though. You have to study in order to pass...

4.0
2.0
SOCIO1101
Jan 9, 2006

She was a pretty cool teacher. Must study to get a good grade but pojects help to boost GPA.... I'd take her again!

5.0
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PSYC
Jan 10, 2006

very easy. very sweet teacher. just pay attention to her lectures and youll be good to go

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SOCI1101
Feb 8, 2006

Tests are very easy, just know your definitions.

5.0
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SOCI1101
Feb 9, 2006

There isnt anything bad you can say about Mrs. Smith. The class itself gets kinda boring but she is really sweet.

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SOCI1101
Feb 14, 2006

Fun class and very informational. She gets her point across and makes class fun. She definatly keeps you awake. take this teacher if you get achance. do not buy the book because the tests are from the powerpoints and notes you take in class. awesome teacher !! :)

5.0
1.0
SOCIOLOGY1101
Jun 19, 2006

She makes the class interesting. She has a great personality, and a great interest in the subject that she teaches. She portrays that interest to her students which makes it interesting. Definitely take this teacher.

4.0
2.0
SOCIOLOGY
Jun 23, 2006

she is incredibly nice. goes out of the way to help student out. greattttt teacher highly recommended. all her tests are str8 from the notes that she has on her website.

5.0
1.0
SOC
Jul 13, 2006

Great teacher. Mainly used powerpoints that were on her website. The test, pretty easy. I got low to high B's. That's after I studied mostly while driving to school. No homework. One project, easy A. The final was so easy, that I ended up making an A in the class. PP pretty much covered everthing. P.S. I barely read anything in the book.

5.0
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SOCI1101
Oct 4, 2006

What a pleasant person. She loves what she teaches, and it shows. I think she is great, Her lectures are so interesting. She is so helpful. Super teacher, take her.

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SOCI1101
Nov 5, 2006

She is a really nice teacher but very BORING. All of her stuff is on powerpoints and she talks a lot, you have to get a book and print out the power points. The test are REALLY hard. You really have to study, she dose give one chance for extra credit. BUt again really nice teacher.

4.0
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SOCI1101
Nov 13, 2006

At first, she was nice. Then I noticed how rude she gets when someone comes in a bit late or asks about something she's gone over or makes an uneducated comment. She looks like my sister too. But.. She's nice most of the time and the class was pretty straightforward and easy.

5.0
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SOCI1101
Dec 17, 2006

ALL POWERPOINTS ARE AVAILABLE TO DOWNLOAD AND PRINT AND TO TAKE NOTES BY. ALMOST ALL OF TESTS ARE FROM THESE NOTES.

5.0
1.0
SOCI1101
Jan 21, 2007

GREAT PROFESSOR! great class! her notes are available online so you hardly have to use the book! Study the power points and take some notes on her lectures and you'll do great! i made an A. ***Warning*** she is very softspoken, sit in the front!!

5.0
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SOCI1101
May 16, 2007

Nice lady...hates student who show up late...test are hard..gives a movie project which is fun...

3.0
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SOCI1101
Aug 14, 2007

Very nice, a but extremely hyper and ditzy. She knows what the book says but can't really interact in a discussion that goes beyond that. I don't regret taking her class, but her style is just a bit too laid back for me.

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SOCI1101
Oct 3, 2007

Smith is a very nice professor. You have to read the book and pay attention in class. Will email you her powerpoints but you have to read the book

5.0
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SOCI1101
Apr 30, 2008

She is a really great teacher! Dr. Smith is very helpful and the time flies in this class because she makes it so interesting. If you study the powerpoints, you should do fine and get an A. I definetely recommend her!

5.0
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SCOI1101
May 6, 2008

EXCELLENT TEACHER! POWER POINT NOTES, JUST PAY ATTENTION IN CLASS, READ YOUR TEXT AND LECTURES AND YOU CAN MAKE AN A, TESTS ARE NOT ALL THAT EASY. NO QUIZZES, BUT YOU WILL HAVE ONE EXTRA CREDIT OPPORTUNITY, AND AN ARTICLE PRESENTATION. GOOD LUCK!

5.0
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SOCI1101
May 10, 2008

Nice lady. come to class take notes on powerpoints. read the chapters in the book. there is no final, its a quiz on last day of class and there is an article project that is fun and easy.

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SOC1102
Jul 24, 2008

Dr.Smith is not s hard teacher but you MUST read the book she says just study her notes, but her test comes from info in the book that is not in her power point. Also pay close attention to the end of the chapter review.

4.0
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SOCI101
Aug 2, 2008

Nice teacher...just make sure you study the powerpoints. Sometimes she throws a trick question in there! But overall, easy class if you study. Dont waste your time buying the book, you'll barely use it!

5.0
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SOCI1101
Aug 4, 2008

You would expect the clasds to be fun but it is kind of boring because she only teaches stuff from the book. Other than that she is really nice and her test are easy, but make sure you study the chapter review from the book because a lot of questions on the test come from there.

4.0
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SOC1101
Aug 11, 2008

u hav to read the book, i did good readin bcos her questions do come from the txtbk n most of the time she will tell u what is goin to b on test. nt interestin but u can easy get an A, with her extra credits. took her for summer n it was a breeze.

5.0
1.0
SOC1101
Dec 5, 2008

Class was great...3 test....1 project and final...You will never need book...If so for a few things just borroe someone that's next to you..Thats how much you will need it...LOL...She give power points...fun and easy A...Take You will like....:)

5.0
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SOCI1101
Dec 12, 2008

This is the best professor I have ever had a GPC. I wish she taught more subjects so I could take her for more classes. The class is easy as long as you take the time to look over the powerpoints before tests. She's funny and enthusiastic. Take her for this course, you won't regret it!

5.0
1.0
SOCI2293
Dec 19, 2008

I really enjoyed her in class. She is perky and upbeat. if you just do your work you will get an easy A.

5.0
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SOCI2293
Jan 4, 2009

Prof Smith is a great instructor. I highly recommend her!! This is the second class I have taken with her and I wish she taught more so I could take her again. She uses PPT in her lectures which she sends to you to use for notes. There are no surprises and you know what to expect every step of the way. Take her!!

5.0
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SOCIO1101
May 3, 2009

She is a lovely teacher! I highly recomend her! I even changed my major to sociology after taking her class... There are no surprises on her tests, but just make sure to study and you will get a good grade...

3.0
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SOC1101
Jul 23, 2009

Tests are difficult, you use the book a lot. Not very helpful teacher. She is very vague when asking for help, or clarification.

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SOCI2O2
Jul 27, 2009

She picks and choose her favorites. She is VERY BIG on THEORIES. Test are not clear. Book is REQUIRED.

2.0
5.0
SOCI1101
Aug 4, 2009

Teacher is NOT helpful if you ask for help. Her teaching is not clear. Tests are difficult. You really need to use the book and read every word of it. Very biased when talking about inequality, and politics. Would not recommend.

5.0
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SOCI1101
Aug 18, 2009

Professor Smith is a very nice lady. She is helpful and very kind if you talk to her she will work with you. The class can be boring sometimes, and her test is kind hard but if you attend class, she gives a lot of extra credits. I love her.

2.0
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SOCI1101
Nov 3, 2009

Sign up for the class expecting a great professor who will be interested in teaching, I was wrong. All the professor did was pushed buttons for the power point. She talks about theories alot. Her test were hard and they are 50 questions each. I DO NOT RECOMMEND THIS PROFESSOR, RUN!!!!!!!!!!

5.0
2.0
SOC206
Dec 10, 2009

Great Teacher, very helpful

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SOCI1101
Dec 15, 2009

Dont really have to do any thing in this class, Only 3 tests and one presentation, but her tests are tricky and kind of hard.

5.0
1.0
SOC1101
May 11, 2010

I liked Professor Smith. Her her class is very interesting. She keeps us involved in the discussions, and shows videos to go along with what she is teaching. It is a very easy grade, if you follow her powerpoint handouts through the chapters in the book you will make an A. I recommend her class, it's interesting and she's really nice.

5.0
1.0
SOCI2293
May 17, 2010

The only people who thought her class was boring are the "BUMPS on the log" who sat in the back of the class! Her teaching style is "discussion". I made an A+ and NEVER opened the book. Seriously. Take her class--you won't regret it.

5.0
3.0
SOCI1101
Dec 28, 2010

Great class, great professor. Dr. Smith makes class fun by incorporating group discussions. Her pp coincide with the tests and it doesn't hurt to review the chapter prior to the tests since some of the material does come from the book. I highly recommend this class and Dr. Smith.

5.0
3.0
SOCI111
Apr 17, 2011

She's really nice and quirky. If you don't study the power points and read the chapters you won't pass this class. Only 3 tests and a group presentation and final. Tests are 50 questions. Kind of tricky. Lots of theory, some definition and rest is application. She's not very assertive so class talks a lot and everyone tells life stories. Worst part

5.0
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SOC01
May 11, 2011

AT FIRST WHEN WE STARTED I DIDNT START OFF GOOD THEN TOWARDS THE MIDDLE AND END I GOT MY GRADE UP. POINT IS U HAVE TO STUDY HER POWERPOINT AND READ THE BOOK. I RECOMMEND READING THE END OF THE CHAPTER SUMMARY AND BACK OF THE BOOK TEST QUESTIONS. ALOT OF STUFF COMES FROM THERE! SHE'S GREAT! I PASSED WITH A B :) HAPPY!

5.0
1.0
SOCI1101
Jul 23, 2011

She's really sweet and quirky. You MUST study the power points and read the parts in the chapter that she tells you to. Tests are 50 questions;STRAIGHT from the sections she tells you to read. She makes it easy and interesting to understand society. She is a great teacher! Show up, suit up, read and you will make an A.

5.0
1.0
SOCIO1101
Nov 17, 2011

BEST TEACHER EVER!!! Extremely Helpful, and VERY Caring!!! Take Her, it's a Lifetime Chance!! :)

5.0
2.0
SOCIOLOGY1101
Feb 4, 2014

Great educator, very informative and fun.

5.0
2.0
SOCI1101
Grade: A
Dec 2, 2015

She is an amazing professor. She sends you the power points and will go over it in class. You really need to read the chapters and study if you want to pass her tests. Only 3 tests. One group project. Would take again. She also gives extra credit

5.0
2.0
SOCI1101
Grade: A+
Dec 21, 2016
Would take again

Great professor! There were 3 tests including final (not cumulative) & a group project (3+ ppl applying a sociological theory/concepts to a film). Her power points are emailed, but I suggest going to class because some power points include ?s that she answers in class. Focus on theories & trends & study notes/power points. Tests were m.c. & fair.

Participation matters
Clear grading criteria
GROUP PROJECTS
2.0
4.0
SCOI1101
Grade: A
Jan 12, 2018
Wouldn't take again

Bias when talking about Social-Conflict theory. lets her political point of view get in the way of what we learn. I dont mind a professor who speaks about their point of view (even if i dont agree with it) but not when we learn false and misleading information about topics covered in class. Also doesnt listen to any students disagreeing with her.

Tests are tough
LECTURE HEAVY
5.0
2.0
SOCI2293
Grade: A+
Apr 30, 2018
Would take again

Dr. Smith is a wonderful teacher! There are 4 tests, one short response paper, and a project. The "final" is the 4th test and is over the last unit and not cumulative. The lectures were interesting. You can miss class (attendance is 10% of your grade), however, she does give specifics that are not in the textbook that are on the exams.

Participation matters
Inspirational
Caring
5.0
2.0
SCOI1101
Grade: A
Dec 2, 2018
Would take again

She's a great person. There's just something a tad bit off about her. Can't put my finger on it; got an A, so I really don't care. Take her so you can see what I mean.

Inspirational
Clear grading criteria
Amazing lectures
5.0
3.0
SOCI2293
Grade: B
Aug 2, 2020
Would take again

Professor Smith really cares about her students and the subject she teaches. Her discussion questions were well thought out were really interesting.

Gives good feedback
Clear grading criteria
Caring
5.0
2.0
SOC1101
Grade: A
Apr 19, 2021
Would take again

She keeps it simple and easy for students during times such as now. She seems really genuine and nice. She also has lecture videos if you need some clarification.

Gives good feedback
Respected
Clear grading criteria
4.0
1.0
SOC1101
Apr 28, 2021
Would take again

Easy class, good discussion, open assignment if you missed and quizzes are from the lecture. take her

Accessible outside class
Participation matters
EXTRA CREDIT
5.0
2.0
SOCI1101
Apr 28, 2022
Would take again

Her class is was very easy. There is no way you can fail unless you simply dont do anything

3.0
3.0
SOCI2293
May 17, 2022
Would take again

I failed her class because shes insensitive and doesnt care about your life outside of classes. I got into a debilitating car accident and fell behind on discussion posts and she didnt allow me to even submit for partial credit which is how I failed even though I scored well on quizzes and essays. The class was easy but she was a true b.

Tough grader
Lots of homework
Get ready to read
Class Info

Online Classes

100%

Attendance Mandatory

60%

Textbook Required

33%

Grade Predictor

Your expected effort level

LowHigh

Predicted Grade

A-

74% confidence
Based on 8 grades
Most common grades:
A (4)
A+ (2)
B+ (1)
Grade Distribution
A(6)B(1)C(0)D(0)F(0)A-/B+(1)
Based on 8 reported grades
A: 4
A+: 2
B+: 1
B: 1
Common Tags
Clear grading criteria (4)
Participation matters (3)
Inspirational (2)
Caring (2)
Gives good feedback (2)
GROUP PROJECTS (1)
Tests are tough (1)
LECTURE HEAVY (1)
Rating Trend

Stable

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Dec
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Last 6 months
Ratings by Course

SOCH1101

5.0

(1)

SOICIOLOGY

5.0

(1)

SOCIOL1101

5.0

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SOCIINTRO

5.0

(1)

PSYC

5.0

(1)
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Difficulty by Course

SOCI2O2

5.0

SOCI111

3.0

SCOI1101

2.7

SOCI1101

2.0

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2.0

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