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Mrs. Lackey was great! She really connects with her students and is very open. She brings up real life examples and made the class interesting. All you have to do is attend - she is really BIG on that!! She gave one pretty hard midterm, two speeches and a final project. If you make the effort you can easily get an A.
A wonderful teacher she is one of a kind. SHe will go out of her way to help you with anything. Best teacher I have ever had!! Take her class you won't regret it!!!
Mrs. Lackey is concise and caring. I sincerely recommend her class. Its well worth the time and effort.
Mrs. Lackey is an amazing teacher. She keeps class interesting and is extremely down to earth. She understands when things come up and she is willing to work with you to earn an A. I recommend her without a doubt. By far the best teacher I've ever had.
Tisha Lackey is a great teacher. She had a wonderful way of relaxing the class and taking the pressure off the student , but at the same time getting you to do her whole lesson plan. I mean the work was not easy but she made you feel it was. She has a great sense of humor and comes across very knowledgeable. I highly recommended this class.
Tisha Lackey is a one of a kind instructor. She made the class not only enjoyable, but usually fun, but students still had to put in the work, and she made sure that you got the grade you deserved for the amount of work you put in. This is the first time I have every been truly sad that a class has ended. Everyone should take her class.
I loved her class!!! She is the most amazing teacher!!! I wish she could teach all my classes, i actually looked forward to her class!
Lackey is a really fun instructor. She engages the entire class and creatse a friendly atmosphere-great for students that are nervous speaking in front of a crowd. You are not nervous at all by the time you have to give a speech. She is great at conveying the info you need to do well in her class and to become a better public speaker.
Mrs. Lackey was such an awesome speech professor. She forces everyone go get to know each other in the beginning. Book was used lightly. 1 actual test, rest of the grades were daily and speeches. Make sure you try to make you speech. Don't be nervous. All in all, she was awesome and the class was gucci. Take her.
GREATEST PROFESSOR EVER!!! I hated speech and still sort of due but not as much as i use to before i had Ms. Lackey she made me look forward to going to summer classes with her her test werent that hard all i needed s flash cards that i made from the book. Not taking her a mistake. she made the class a family we all came from different places in li
Love this teacher. If you need any help just ask and she will do everything she can to help you.
I can truly say she is the best professor ever! Hands down. She is clear about the material, makes class interesting, and made me want to go to class. She is VERY helpful to all her students that ask for it.
This is a great class. I was not looking forward to taking speech but she makes it fun and easy. We play group games and she brings the class together and she is very laid back and enjoys joking around. She lets the class create the schedule. Take her class you wont regret it.
Ms. Lackey is the best professor ever! I wish there were more prof's like her. She is very welcoming & nice. I loved her class and actually looked fwd to going. TAKE HER! She actually makes you feel comfortable when doing a speech. I blush easily but after taking her now that I do any presentations I feel more confident.
I went to this class, not because it was vital in ANY way to passing, but because she made the class fun and interesting. I would definitely recommend taking her for anything she teaches.
You would be an idiot if you didnt take her! She makes speech so fun and easy! She will do whatever it takes to make you feel as comfortable as possible talking in front of people. I LOVED HER!!
She is a great teacher very very understanding when life kicks your ass she understands if your gonna take speech take her you will love it she makes speech fun even if you get nervous she knows how to but confidence back in you
Mrs. Lackey came highly recommended by one of my friends and they were spot on. She is a great speech teacher, and is great at making people feel at ease when making their speeches. The only problem I found with this course, is that she can sometimes be a little too understanding, and some students take advantage of this.
GREAT TEACHER OH MY GOSH! She is so much fun and this was my favorite class. I had it at the end of the day and it was so much fun to just be there. I'm not a speaker by a long shot, but this class definitely made me a better one. DEFINITELY take her.
Highly recommend, her class was fun and ease to make a speech. She is very understanding and will help you prepare for your speech. 4 speeches during semester, a midterm and a final exam no quiz. a very good grade is possible in her class.
She is the best teacher that I could ever asked for. I had fun times in her class when her class is so laid back and there is just nothing but great in her class. She doesn't judge anyone when people are giving out speeches and she makes sure everyone respects to the speaker and everyone else. No textbook required just have fun and learn.
Love professor Lackey. Do not buy textbook, you can use the one in library if you need to. She is very understanding and open to anyone, her class was very enjoyable and ease your speech. Highly recommend.
Professor Lackey is a great teacher. She is understanding on students that aren't comfortable with pubic speaking I definitely recommend her.
dont be dumb. take her.
awesome teacher, really understanding with student who are not so comfortable speaking in public. really easy and nice. you will not regret taking her!!!! :):)
Must take teacher. Understanding about speech fears. No textbook required. I have a fear of giving speeches, but made A's on every speech. You'll get a bad grade if you don't follow her instructions. You'll regret not taking this lady.
Professor Lackey is GREAT! If you do the work you will get the grade. Very understanding a straight forward. I will she taught all subjects.
Textbook not required. Use her study guide and midterm is a breeze. Very helpful with speeches and making students feel at ease.
I would totally recommend taking her class during a maymester or summer session! I had so much fun in maymester class, 10/10.
Most definitely recommended! Took her for Maymester. The class was fun, she is a great professor and is very helpful and making you feel comfortable about speaking in front of the class. Mid-term is easy as long as you study the study guide. Really straight forward. TAKE PROFESSOR LACKEY.
Took her for Maymester, and she was amazing. She helps you out with all your speeches, while doing everything she can to make you comfortable to speak to an audience. Her midterm was very straightforward just study the review she gives you. No textbook needed! She's not strict on tardy however its your responsibility. I recommend her. Shes pretty
She is an amazing professor that actually cares about how you feel towards speaking to an audience, she helps you with your speeches, and she provides a very straightforward midterm that you will surely pass with an A if you do the study guide. i loved her, I'd take her again. I took her for Maymester, no textbook needed, not strict on tardy
She's SO nice, beautiful, friendly, and understanding. Her class is not difficult at all, no textbook and she also enjoyable. Take her for sure.
Professor Lackey is super nice and understanding. She encourages the class to bond and get to know each other and it makes it easier to give your speeches to them. You don't really need the book. all of her notes are clear and to the point and she gives a review before the test. TAKE HER!! you won't regret it.
Professor Lackey is hands down the best professors I have ever had. She is so helpful and makes giving speeches so easy. She is very understanding and makes the class so much fun. I enjoyed every minute of her class and I'm sad that it has ended. Midterm is all vocab and the final is a speech on your progress. Speeches are very easy to write.
Hands down best teacher you will ever come across! She was so amazing we refered her to teach other classes! If you want a teacher that can make a class a family this is deff your pick! you will learn more than you will ever expect but have so much fun doing it! She the best!
Will not need textbook. Can take notes for everything you need and will do a test review beforehand. Speeches are on topics of your individual interests. Speeches are 3-5 minute requirement. Follow the outlines and it's a super easy class. First portion of class before midterm is the textbook outline and second half is all speeches.
Loved this class. Wish she would teach more courses !
Very understanding and helpful professor! If you are nervous about public speaking at all, she will work with you and make it as calm and not stressfull as possible. One test: 100 questions, all vocabulary. 3 formal speeches, and 2 lightly graded presentations. One of the better classes I have taken!
One of the best. Funny and down-to-earth yet professional and respectful. Good at what she does, very knowledgeable on the subject. Uses real-life application in lectures. We all got along in class due to her leadership. Engaging; good communicator; student-oriented. Uses power point and gives you time to take notes before the next slide.
Mrs. Lackey is by far the best teacher. She is very open to her students and very laid back. She's nice and if you have a problem and cant make it to class she's very understanding. intro to speech is a course of a total of 3 speeches and 2 short easy ones and 1 midterm but they are easy!! loved her class
Ms. Lackey is a great instructor. I took her class last summer. Her positive attitude and flexible way of running the class is why I survived it. She is friendly and explains things clearly. Be sure to not move too much during speeches, she seems to dislike that, but she gives great feedback on how to become a better speaker.
She is a wonderful professor I have ever come across, she always encourages students that they can do better, cost and reward is balanced, she doesn't stress students. She knows how it is to be a student, she stands in the shoes of students. She is a must take professor for a speech class!
Mrs. Lackey is such a sweet lady! She is always there for you and very understanding. Her class is very easy! Her grading is very easy and understanding also! She helps you feel better and helps you feel as comfortable as possible! I really recommend this professor! She will motivate you &shows you videos that help you to keep striving to do better
Professor Lackey by far is the best teacher I've ever had. She makes you feel comfortable speaking in front of the of the class. She inspires, motivates and encourages you to be a student. If you need help she's there for you. If you have any anxiety of fears about taking speech. .take Professor Lackey she will help you get through it. She's great!
Very great teacher!
As someone with social anxiety, I put speech off as long as possible. I wouldn't take it again, BUT Mrs. Lackey made speech a breeze. She made it SO comfortable. No textbook. Great support system. All around, a great teacher.
Professor Lackey is a GREAT teacher! She makes it easy and comfortable to do your speeches, she gives you very good examples and illustrations of what she wants from you. I wish she taught more classes because I would surely take all of them!
Took Professor Lackeys class and I really enjoyed it. She made learning fun.
I took professor Lackey during a summer class and even though it was a late class, i still wanted to show up because the class was easy, clear, and she made it interesting. If given the chance she reviews the final in games and the rubric for speeches was clear. Not hard to pass at all. You don't even need the textbook. Would take again.
Mrs. Lackey is a awesome and beautiful teacher I love the way she teaches and we need more teachers like this.
Mrs. Lackey was a great teacher. She had a very fun, down to earth teaching style. She works with you to make sure you understand everything. She makes you feel comfortable with public speaking. You don't have to purchase a textbook! If you put forth an effort, you should pass with an A or B.
Great Professor !!! I would recommend if you have trouble speaking in front of people. She makes you feel comfortable!
one of the coolest
Professor Lackey is amazing. She is very laid back and down to earth. Very easy class. Speeches are graded easy and she helps you when you need it. She also works with you if you are shy/extremely nervous. She's a very sweet lady. No textbook needed at all. Easy, easy A.
Honestly one of the most amazing professors I've ever had! Not only is this class an easy A, but its one you want to attend! she made everything super easy, was always a text away, and was so understanding. Would love to take her again just for fun!
I took a her for a Maymester class and was by far the easiest class I've taken my entire college career. She cares about every student and makes sure you enjoy every part of the class. She tears away the fear of speaking and makes the class fun. Would definitely recommend this teacher to every student, especially if you're afraid of speaking.
Professor Lackey is a rare teacher to come by. If you have the opportunity to take her, jump on that. She is not only an amazing teacher, she is an amazing person. She takes the time to know her students and gain that trust and respect. Her passion for teaching public speaking is obvious, which rubs off on her students.
Mrs lackey is the type of professor who will sit with you and throughly explain an assignment if you have any additional questions. She's truely understanding and really cares about her students. Class can be challenging, but if you take good notes and show up to class you'll get an A.
If you have issues with speeches or dread having to take a speech class, don't look any further, Mrs. Lackey is the instructor to take! She is the most down to earth instructor I have had in college so far. She really likes to relate to her students, she understands that we all have crazy lives outside of school & really makes the class easy & fun.
Professor Lackey is just one of those types of teachers. You get only get them every so often, but you can tell they have a real passion for what they do. She doesn't want her class to be painful for you, and will do anything within her power to make sure you get through her speeches. She is easily accessible outside of class. Loved her class.
Fun and awesome teacher. Her class was easy to follow just do the work and you will be ok.
Best online teacher I have had so far. Anytime you have questions she is easily accessible and fast to answer. She is very understanding of the students situations and cares to take the time to work with them.
Professor Lackey, has an extremely open and unbiased way of going about teaching. She is very upfront and honest and I really appreciated that. She will teach you the importance of communication as well as how to properly express your point of view to an audience in a public setting. Make sure to ask her about her favorite curse word too! HAHAHA :)
One of the best professors I have had! She's very patient and wiling to go the extra mile to help her students. Her directions are very clear and she offers extra credit!
Stellar teacher! Incredibly understanding if life happens. Grades fairly and provides more than enough info to make an A. She also recognizes that some people don't enjoy public speaking and if you really have trouble, she'll help you out. She's so nice!
I dreaded taking speech and it ended up being the best class I've taken at community college! Lackey is fun, easygoing, very easy to work with, and considerate of any situation. Her class was never boring. I actually enjoyed attending because she teaches effective communication at it's finest. I highly recommend her. Thanks for being great, Lackey!
I'm so glad I took Professor Lackey!! She is such a great teacher and I would recommend taking her. She is easy and will do anything to help you out. Speech may make people shy but she will get you out your bubble. She will never pressure you if you aren't ready. I would totally take her again!!!!!
This woman is absolutely insane. Take her class. She actually gives her phone number to students so we can text her questions. The class is super easy. Even if you show up only 50% of the time, you can make an A. If you want to learn to speak in public, she'll get you there. (The Saga of Angus is a bonus.)
Super helpful. I was terrified of this class but Mrs. Lackey is simply the GOAT of speech professors and helps everybody feel comfortable giving and writing their speeches.
the Michael Jordan of speech class. please take her. she's one of the best
Professor Lackey is a wonderful person and teacher. She has a somewhat tough grading criteria but gives more than enough clear cut instructions. Put in the effort and you will make an A.
She's the best!!! If you're even slightly scared of giving speeches please take her. You can make an A if you follow her clear grading rubric. During lectures you'll learn so much and she supplies personal examples that help you understand the material. Best speech professor ever!!
Professor Lackey was probably the best professor I've taken. She is very clear on how she grades her speeches and the only way you don't make an A is if you don't make the effort. Took her for Maymester and it was great, it is a lot of speeches in two weeks but is well worth it! she really cares about you too, would definitely take her again!
By far my favorite teacher. She is funny yet also very understanding and great at getting her point across. I learned a lot from her lectures as well as her hilarious stories. DO NOT pass up the chance to take her class, best decision ever!
She is a great professor. She reaches out to her students multiple times. Great feedback and great examples for our assignments. You do need to purchase the book for this class. Only two speeches need to be recorded. Great teacher.
Lackey is one of the greatest professors on TCC campus. I've had the privilege of being in her class and thoroughly enjoyed every minute. I am not afraid to admit that I actually anticipated her speech class. As long as you interact with the class, study, and prepare your speeches, you will make a good grade!
Outstanding Professor and very professional.
Great professor!
Took her for summer online class and I have to say she's pretty great. She is easy grader. Didn't do well on speech but still got an A. Grades based on effort rather and perfection, please take her super easy!
Having been out of school for quite some time, I found Professor Lackeys class to be very engaging and she articulated the course study material and the assignments with an astute acumen of public speaking. She should be recognized for her excellent teaching skills and her dedication she showed me and my class this summer! Shes the best!!!
My favorite by far! She's the best!
She made my first semester in college fantastic, never thought any professor would be so sweet,generous,and overall cool. I really recommend you to take her class!! Hands down the best professor I've met so far!
She is good a what she does. Very passionate about teaching. She actually cares if you pass and wants you to make an A!
The best professor I have ever had. She loves all of her students. First time I have ever had a teacher care so much about my well being. If you're looking to learn how to write a really good speech, take this class. She is always willing to help anyone who may need it. She does it with a smile. The saga of Angus continues. You will love it!!
LOVE LACKEY! This was my 1st semester back to college after a long time. Lackey cares! She cares about you and your family! I really hope we will stay in touch for the life of my college career. She Really Cares about you! Best college Professor I have ever had! Take her! Show up to class and ask questions. GO TO SPEECH PREP DAYS!
Professor Lackey is understanding and helpful. She gives her cell phone number out to online students in case there are any questions. I would take her again if need be.
I have Taken Mrs. Lackey a few times for different speech classes. There is no professor that measures up to her. She is by far the best professor I have taken ever. She allows you to get ahold of outside of school if you ever need her. She is very clear on what she expects from her students & grading criteria is super clear. Very funny too!
AMAZING PROF!! I took her speech class, she really cares about things her students are going through and is so understanding., all she asks is that you try. The midterm is a little difficult because it is all vocab however she she gives you a study guide and she does her best to prepare you for it. would recommend 10/10. Try and you get an A.
awesome !!
By far a top 5 of best professors I've had. Genuinely cares about students, inside and outside of class. As long as you follow the instructions with your speech and show effort, you will receive a good grade. Wish I could take her again, thanks for everything Lackey!!!
I totally recommend her! She is genuinely a great professor. I know being a speech class is nerve wrecking but she made it so easy! You get to work in groups and she will always be there to help. The speech essays or presentations arent hard at all just do them with a good amount of time . EASY A
Awesome professor, extremely patient tolerant, and works with your flaws.
She's an amazing professor. Always ready to help. Take her, wont regret for sure.
Easiest class I've ever taken in my college life. Would recommend her. You have quizzes each week and at the end of the semester your two speeches and a short essay. As long as you do you work, turn everything in time you will pass!
Amazing teacher! Prof Lackey takes the time to explain the material and help students when needed. Shes always available for her students. Her children. Would definitely recommended to anyone.
A real great teacher, nice and gives clear instructions on every assignment. Impossible to fail if youre literate.
Took speech online for a credit. This class was well organized and not hard to complete. If you kind of try you will pass. Not hard to get an A and you can work at your own pace which is nice. She always answered questions not matter the time of day. Overall take her if you can.
The best professor Ive had in all of my years of schooling
Professor Lackey is a superb lecturer who genuinely cares for your success and works with you to achieve it. I will recommend her to anyone that i know that needs Speech as a course. Well respected lecturer and very knowledgeable. Love her. Will definitely miss her. I have been out of college since 2003, but she made college fun again.
The first unit/lesson was very homework heavy and the due date came very quickly. After that it was a breeze. I literally talked about random things for my second speech and got a 94. Keep in mind this was an online, summer class.
She's a really great professor. If you're new to college or haven't been in school for a while, I'd take her class first. The vibe is really easygoing and relaxed and she offers to be a reference for work, scholarships etc (even if she doesn't remember you lol like me) Great teacher. Only bad thing is group project. Think is a state requirement tho
The entire semester is given out and you just do it at your own pace by the deadline.
She really easy
best teacher ever honestly i would take this class again or even have her as my theater class teacher
he over explained things which made things a lot better
She is an amazing professor with such a big hart she made the semester a little better. She is just the best.
shes extremely nice and an amazing speech professor
I really like how she helps students when they need the extra ideas to continue on with their learning journey.
laid back, chill teacher but makes you work for your grade. If you don't understand she is more than willing to help. We are able to contact her outside of class.
Explain really good. Recommend.
Professor Lackey is amazing! She lays everything out so clearly and is always there if you have any questions. And if youre struggling with life outside of class shes there for you and tries to help as much as possible! If you take a speech class you do not want to miss the chance to be in her class!
Tish allows you to bring out the best in yourself. She is non judgmental and very open. She genuinely loves her students and if I could take this course again I would. If you have a fear of speaking in front of people, Tish will definitely help you to conquer your fear. Not an easy A but you can get an A+ if you believe in yourself and do the work.
This professor was AMAZING!!!! She is the best!!! She is actually a great person and you will learn a lot about how to give a speech TAKE THIS CLASS, you wont regret it.
Her class really helped me open up because she's an awesome professor. I won't say that this class is an Easy A because I barely got a B but I got A's in Algebra, Economics, History, and Biology. If you don't procrastinate you will get that A because she will work with you and help you out with anything you need.
Professor Lackey was hands down the best. She provided such a detailed syllabus and guidelines, to where by the second speech I was a pro at writing them. Just don't wait until the last second to write your speech, go over it a few times and you'll be golden. She gave off really good vibes that resonated throughout the whole class!
Shes Amazing, Shes super sweet and funny and really does work with you a lot. I am terrified of speeches but she made such a safe and nonjudgmental environment that the speeches weren't that bad. If you show up on speech days and do your speech following her guidelines you can get an A and she will help you along the way
Mrs. Lackey is a very good speech teacher . Just do what she say and you will pass her class.
Tisha Lackey is the sweetest professor ever!! Shes super quick to respond to text messages and is super understanding about everything. Definitely one of my top 2 favorite teachers in college! Love her!!
If you need to take a speech class take Lackey. She is amazing. Is always there for you when you have questions. You must do both speeches and record them in order to pass, but she is there to help you and make sure you have everything you need. I sent text messages a lot just to make sure i had what i needed. She responded ASAP. Take Her
PROFESSOR LACKEY IS THE BEST. I HIGHLY RECOMMEND!
Super chill!! The best professor Ive ever had. Easiest A. Makes the class fun to be in and is super caring. Definitely taking her next time I need a speech credit.
She make speech class less stressful.
She was great, and I would take here again. It's the easiest class you ever take. I recommend anybody take here speech class.
Great teacher very understanding.
One of the best professors I have ever taken.
Professor Lackey is unlike any Professor I have had before she is understanding that life happens, she made a struggling student (myself) feel confident and empowered with knowledge that I can use in my future endeavors. Thank you so much
I have had over a dozen professors thus far and I can honestly say that Professor Lackey was my favorite. Not only is she compassionate and flexible, she makes this course enjoyable and understandable. As long as you put in effort and make sure to reach out to her if you have any questions, comments, or concerns, you will pass with flying colors.
She is absolutely fantastic.
If you want an east A, then take this class!!! As long as you complete your assignments and the quizzes and your two speeches, youll be fine. Each lesson you have to complete an written assignment ( as long as you try) and complete an quiz. You have to complete 2 outlines that cover your two speeches you have to do. Very easy!
shes great
Great teacher
Lovely Person! I really enjoyed this class! Shes very understanding and gives good feed back! The speeches are very starlight forward you just have to follow directions! I definitely take this class again!
The best professor I had all semester, she is very clear on what we need to do, how much time we have, she is perspicuous on how to do the work giving us examples so we can understand and outlines to help us. Overall awesome
She is one of the best teachers I've had in my two years of attending TCC. She is so sweet and caring about her students. Her class is so easy if you participate and follow the rubrics for each speech. She explain everything so clearly and gives you enough time outside and inside class to finish each assignment. She is great!!
Prof Lackey was just amazing! She literally does everything in her power to keep everyone engaged in the class and put forth their very best. She loves what she does and it shows. Every other professor at TCC should look to her as an example of how to teach. Definitely take her if at all possible. She is the best!
Professor Lackey was very supportive of students. Be sure to read! As long as you follow the class instruction and schedule, she makes it an easy A. I was not fond of the textbook material, but it was not terrible. Two speech presentations that MUST be done near the end of the semester. Overall, great professor and class.
Professor Lackey is awesome! She meets you where you are at and is very willing to work with you and help you improve. There was a group speech, but everyone gets individual grades, so just do your part. I would absolutely take her again.
Before taking Lackey's class I took speech with another professor and ended up dropping because it was a MESS! She really cares about her students and makes an effort to help you pass her class. Hands down one of my absolute favorite professors at TCC!
I took her class 2 or 3 times. Well, it took me 2 or 3 times to finish her class. After leaving the Army I became a non-social person. I could not stand up in front of people to give a speech or presentation, without an anxiety attack. Professor Lackey greeted me every time with open arms and helped me get through it. She was the best.
All of Mrs. Lackey's syllabus' were easy to understand. Her requirements were clear. Open note quizzes were very simple. I am not someone who is very tech-savvy but her instructions were sufficient for the online class. She was very easy to get a hold of and nice. She made a summer class enjoyable even if it was a short time frame.
By far one of the best professors at tarrant county, she is a calm and educated women. I once did a horrible job on my first presentation and she came talked to me personally and helped me to be successful for the rest of the semester.
very understanding and great class overall
Professor Lackey was great! As long as you do the work, which consists of chapter quizzes and short written assignments, you'll have no problem getting an A. There are two recorded speeches that you must do to pass, but not bad for a speech class. She was also only ever a text away if you needed help and grades on time!
Pretty easy to pass the class with an A.
Easy to pass this class and she's great
Professor Tisha Lackey's class was great! She's an easy-going teacher that will help you when needed. If you have any apprehension with recording a speech, she is very understanding of it!
This was my first college class and I am so glad I had Proffesor Lackey. She is very caring and really wants the best for her students !
Took her class for the summer and it was really easy. You just have to make sure you do the assignments on time. She lets you know what it is that she exactly wants from you and you just have to follow instructions. Lots of quizzez but the two speech presentations make up like half of your grade. They must be turned in order for you to pass.
TAKE HER CLASS! It really was so easy because the instructions were so clear and she gives great feedback. She also answers in a very timely manner. She even gave her number out in case we needed to reach her for help. She is a great professor!
She is an amazing professor that leads an easy going class with clear expectations and no homework. Presentations are not as nerve wracking as they may seem and will help improve your communication skills overall.
MS LACKY WAS THE MOST WONDERFUL PROFESSOR EVER! I WOULD LOVE TO HAVE ANOTHER CLASS WITH HER. SHE IS HONESTLY THE SWEETEST PERSON YOU WILL EVER MEET AND SHE IS VERY UNDERSTANDING AND ALWAYS READY TO HELP YOU, INSIDE OR OUTSIDE THE CLASS.
Mrs. Lackey is truly an amazing professor. She really does care for her students success. If you do your work and assignments you will pass. she has to be one of the best professors here at TCC! I highly highly recommend you take her. you wont regret it!
Such a great teacher! 10/10 recommend taking her class it's very fun and a absolute gem and also she's a great instructor you'll understand everything that she teaches 1000%
Easy teacher literally just show up
greatest professor i have ever had. she was by far the nicest most caring teacher that i have been able to take. she truly makes her students welcomed and accepted and involves you in everything. speeches are really easy as long as you do what youre supposed to do. i would 10/10 recommend taking this class again or someone else taking it.
Didn't think I'd have fun in this class, but soon after enrolling it became my favorite class. She was my favorite professor by far. The class only has 7 speeches and does have extra credit opportunities at the end of the semester.
She's awesome, she did help a lot to presentations in every workshop. Your speech skill will be eveloped after her class
She very easy and get quickly grades from your work. I like to get her to my favorite professor.
this speech class taught me a lot while also fun
She is very chill and understanding. She posts samples for each speech we had to do which was helpful. I am a shy person abs I got thru it!!!
I was very surprised with how much I learned in this class! Projects were easy and straightforward, she gives quick, clear feedback and allows you to improve your work. Informative and Persuasive Speeches are mandatory but she gives ample time to prepare. Take her!
Best Speech Teacher!!
She is very caring and wants you to succeed in her class and in life. Helps you with presentations. Make sure you study vocab for the midterm.
Very self paced class. She is very understanding.
An amazing college professor overall.
Take this class. The professor is amazing
Overall, after taking this course with this specific professor I was very satisfied. Do definitely take her, you won't regret it!! :')
Mrs. Lackey is an AMAZING person!! Don't even think twice TAKE HER you'll not regret it
Professor Lackey is one of the best professors I've had. She provides her cell phone number just in case you need help or have questions. As long as you turn in everything on time you should pass this course with flying colors. There are 2 speeches that you are required to do in order to pass the course but it was nothing too difficult. Take her!
Professor Lackey is one of the best professors I have yet had. The content she teaches isn't difficult at all. She makes sure to create a comfortable environment for you to learn and recite your speeches. She also ensures that if you need any help along the way she can provide it. I would definitely take her class again.
She is one of the easiest professors I have had. She sets out expectations on assignments in the beginning. If you don't like public speaking she is willing to work with anyone. There is 5 speeches for the entire semester, two being group speeches, there is no quizzes. Gives plenty of time to write each speech and has examples.
I took this class in the 5-week winter semester format, so everything was very fast-paced. I am well-versed in public speaking and research formats and found this to lack some substance. I would have enjoyed receiving feedback from my professor and not just my classmates. All in all its an easy "get it done with" class not a learn-from class.
Online class. Very easy. Professor is a bit strange in communication. Misgrades and will not fix unless you call it out. Would not take her again but it's super easy for the required credit so take that how you will!
easiest class I've taken. got a 108% but the class is point scaled. I took online. Professor is accessible outside of class and lectures are mainly ted talks and DB's. two major projects are informative and persuasive speeches. I took the maymester class and it was about 4-6 assignments due each week. I suggest taking her for an easy class !!
Professor Lackey is understanding and very kind. She was very easy to understand and made the class enjoyable. It was a good environment in her class. It was a very easy class even for a summer term.
overall class was easy i took it during the summer and everything was pretty straight forwards she does have a lot of peer feedback oriented assignments so be prepared to voice you're opinion also as an online class it is audio and recorded speech's so keep that in mind.
Incredibly easy class. Took her in Maymester. I highly recommend her as an instructor.
took the wintermester. Super easy class, it was intimidating at first because there is 5 speeches you must do. But once you finish the first two this class gets super easy. It seemed like she just gave out 100s, which was nice. Quizzes are ONE question each true or false. Super easy!
Super easy grader. You will have discussion boards, including a few discussions where you have to record a 2 minute presentation, and 2 big speeches that are at least 4 minutes long. All assignments are straight to the point and easy to do.
Amazing teacher and very helpful
I took her in the summer as an online class. Although she gave us a lot of homework, it's still possible to do it. Take her class and you won't regret it!
This was a super easy class. The quizzes were simple questions and the midterm and final were just repeat questions from the quizzes. The speeches were easy and the power points were fun to make. She was a great professor and had very clear guidelines.
She was a great professor. You can clearly tell that she cares about her classes. The work was easy and the lectures were easy to follower she's very open to her class. I would take it again.
She is really nice and so far she is very understanding of her students and tries to comfort them when they are nervous. She will help you be comfortable doing a speech.
Mrs. Lackey is very understanding and respectful. She teaches us what we need to know in communication and makes you feel comfortable when your are presenting your speech.
This professor is amazing she takes you step by step through preparing you speeches and gives clear direction on her expectations from you!!! Loves this professor work and drive to make you successful in her class
I highly recommend taking her class for speech cause she encourages you and helps find ways to ensure you present your speech even if you are afraid to give speeches. Her grading is very lacks so she isn't going to be nitpicking little or even big details when you are are giving your speeches. As long as you go up and do your speech you will pass.
Within the 1st week 14 assignments were due. Most were easy. However the issue is she assigns multiple assignments embedding videos into PowerPoints and canvas does not allow you to upload. She did not mention you need an app to screen record to be able to upload to Studio to upload into Canvas. When asked, her response reach out to tech support.
Professor Lackey is straightforward with her speeches. Her rubric/criteria is clear. She gives great feedback, so I'd recommend emailing her if there's anything you need clarification for.
I took professor Lacky back in the spring 2024 and i would advise you to please take for her for either intro of public speaking or public speaking please take her she is very understanding and so sweet her assignments are super essay and her presentations last i believe up to five minutes
Professor Lackey is super encouraging and makes speeches a breeze. Easy grading, no textbook needed. Unstuck ai was a game-changer for speech prep. Definitely take this class!
By far one of my most favorite professors!! Not at all lecture heavy or test heavy. Take her if you have a chance she is so nice, caring, and sweet. She is easily accessible outside of class. I would take her over and over again if I could!
Take this Professor if you have trouble with public speaking. She is very understanding and will help you do your speeches and will allow you to present to only her she is amazing. There is no test and no class work all we had was speeches. There was group speeches and solo speeches the best part is your allowed to talk about any subject.
Loved Professor Lackey's class. I thought it would be a hard course to pass, but she proved me wrong. Learned a great deal about doing speeches and applied it in another class I was taking at the time. would highly recommend.
Lackey was just increadible this semester, she really proved that a course does not have to be insanely difficult in order to learn a lot.
Professor Lackey was very easy, respected, and fair towards everyone. Assignments are fun because all you have to do is talk for 3-5 minutes or 4-6 depending on speech. if you have social anxiety she will also make everyone turn around so she is very caring as you can see. Always have up to 3 sources for your speeches besides the introduction. :)
First, Mrs. Lackey is an incredible person. She shows her humanity and that helps with the anxiety of speaking in front of people. Truly one of my favorite people I've been able to meet, ever. 100% you should take her. There are 2 group and 3 solo speeches. Her criteria is very clear. Just follow what she says to do and you will do great!
Miss Lackey is so so great, I would definitely take her course again and again. If you follow instructions and actually put in the effort, you will do absolutely well. She is clear in her grading criteria; she will not just give you points if you do not do the work. Overall, she made public speaking less scary for me, and I really loved the class.
Professor Lackey was one of the best teachers Ive had the chance of learning from. Amazing experience and she will help you everystep of the way. Thank you
The entire class is based off of presenting. I would not want any other professor for a speech class other than her. Shes literally so open minded when it comes to your presentations and she grades fairly. Even if your introverted she let's it slide sometimes. Her life story is also interesting, good to talk to! Take her class!
Most kind woman you will ever meet I would 100% take her class again she does her best to make you feel comfortable if you are shy.She grades fairly you will have group presentations but even then she grades fairly.
Do not take this teacher if you are looking for a quality class. She is lazy. There is no communication. She doesn't even bother to participate in discussion forums. There is no feedback on speeches so don't expect it. The class is easy but I would have loved to get something out of this class as it does pertain to my degree.
Don't take her class if it pertains to your degree. Very easy and as long as you do it you're fine.
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