4.6

Tracy Bachman

English - Los Angeles Valley College

4.6
Quality
2.4
Difficulty
94%
Would Retake
118
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4.6
Quality
2.4
Difficulty
4.7
Helpful
4.6
Clarity

94%

Would Retake

118

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What Students Say

The Best Professor at LA Valley College

ENG101 - 4.0 rating

I LOVED HER TEACHING STYLE

ENGLISH21 - 5.0 rating
Class Info

Online Classes

100%

Attendance Mandatory

88%

Textbook Required

48%

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Caring (14)
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Hilarious (9)
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Amazing lectures (7)
Skip class? You won't pass. (6)
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101

5.0

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3314

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ENGLISH2128

5.0

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HENG103

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ENG7878

4.0

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ENGLI101

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Reviews (118)
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ENGLISH2128
Jun 13, 2005

She is an amazing teacher, i wish there will be more teachers like her.

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HENG103
Jul 1, 2005

prof. bachman is incredibly kind, funny and actually has a passion for teahcing. i enjoyed her class because she is very lenient when it comes to due dates. shes very down to earth, hip, and i saw her more as a friend than a professor. she actually listens to rock! :) assigns a sh*load if hw but her grading is very fair. thanx prof. bachman! u rock

5.0
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ENG103
Aug 18, 2005

She's the best ever!! I wish she can clone herself and become the only teacher teaching EVER!!! She's the BEST!

5.0
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ENG103
Aug 18, 2005

shes interested in every student..actualyl gives a sh*t about her students...end of the semester i felt like crying when i had to say goodbye not only to her but to the other students as well...she assigns alot of group activities,it may seem like busy work..it may very well be busy work..but u obviously learn alot and love the assigned books!great

5.0
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ENGLISH28
Grade: B+
Aug 19, 2005

this was the first teacher in a long time that had a great effect on me, I learned a lot from her class. I wish there were more teachers like her.

5.0
3.0
ENGLISH103
Sep 27, 2005

She's very cool!!! She tends to like offbeat, postmodernist material; we read some T.S. Elliot and Alan Ginsberg. She gives a lot of homework, though. Take her if you can.

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ENG101
Oct 26, 2005

she is the best teacher very down to earth helps you out went you need help very kind and undestanding

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ENG103
Dec 4, 2005

She is one of the best teachers. I love her, I wish she can teach full time, so every student will get a chance to take a class with her. I love you Ms. Bachman you are the best.

5.0
1.0
ENG101
Jan 7, 2006

She's very nice and open minded. As long as you do your work you'll do well.

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ENGLISH28
Feb 5, 2006

She's great! make sure to take her

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ENG28
Feb 10, 2006

must take

5.0
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ENGLISH33
Feb 11, 2006

Professor Backman is a great professor, she makes the class interesting and fun. She is very down to earth. I took a Saturday class with her all day and I realy enjoyed having her. I recommend her and I also plan to take her for other English classes. ES

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ENGLISH
May 17, 2006

the best teacher in college

5.0
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ENGLISH28
Jul 12, 2006

Ok, this teacher was the BESt teacher I had ever taken at Valley. She was not only helpful and kind but, the most awesome individual ever! Her class is pretty easy all you do are journal entries everyday make sure you have a page full they are easy questions about daily activites. Make sure you have all of these within your notebook.

5.0
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ENGLI28
Dec 21, 2006

Professor Bachman is very helpful, patience and kind, with everyone in her class. She gives a lot of essays and entry journals to write every week, but her main goal is for all her students to learn how to become better writers. She is an excellent professor!

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ENG101
Feb 4, 2007

Bachman, is the best teacher; no words to describe. She has a great sense of humor and is always there to help with anything. You do have to write journals, but there only warm-ups and its to jump start your morning. You do have many essays to write-its an eglish class, get over it-but they can be revised and edited for a better grade. She's fair a

5.0
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ENG101
Mar 11, 2007

really nice and knowledgeable. everyday in her class is interesting. what you will learn from her will help you get through your college years, believe me. best english prof.

5.0
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EBW01
May 23, 2007

She is very knowledgeable and kind person. It is very easy to understand when she explains things.

5.0
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ENG101
Jul 28, 2007

she is a very fun teacher. she does alot of group acticities and conversations.she only gives you like 2 book and she gives you chances to do ur work if you didn't turn it in.

5.0
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ENG101
Jan 23, 2008

BEST TEACHER I HAVE HAD, EVER! Text books are fun and interesting, not your average prof. for sure! Took her during a short sememster and still got an A+. Very helpful, you will want to keep the books she requires for future help with writing. Easy enough, she does require about an essay a week but topics simple. TAKE HER YOU WILL NOT REGRET IT!!!!

5.0
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ENG101
Jun 6, 2008

Excellent teacher. Four essays, she gives you so much time to revise and earn a better grade it's ridiculus. Really fun teacher, can be funny at times and gives you time to turn in assignments. Fun class, take it.

5.0
2.0
ENG101
Jun 10, 2008

Here is another teacher to add to my list of favorites. Professor Bachman makes English fun by using up-to-date and non-fiction books. You learn more than just engligh in the class. She is very down to earth and understanding if issues arise. She will let you revise your essays as many times as you'd like. Looking forward to taking 103 with her.

5.0
4.0
ENG101
Jul 24, 2008

Bachman is that absolute BEST teacher ive ever had! she is very easygoing but demands that you come to class. she knows what she's doing and loves her students... only if they love english... i would LOVE to take that teacher again!!! she is the SH*T!

3.0
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ENGLS103
Oct 20, 2008

I have no clue what everyone is saying about her. SHE is soo annoying! she is a hyper feminst and of course is unaware of her real age because she has RUDE NANNERS! She is soo easy BUT you will learn NOTHINGin her class. GO AWAY!!!!!!!!!!!

3.0
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ENG101
Oct 28, 2008

OK TEACHER...LOTS OF HOMEOWORK...FELT THAT SHE FAVORED STUDENTS...NO OFFENSE..CLASS OVERALL WAS FAIR...

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ENGLI101
Nov 21, 2008

SHe is liked because she is a easy grader.She has no clue thats the only reason why students take her class. BORING..and teaches NOTHING...take another class

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ENGIS101
Jan 14, 2009

Professor Bachman is a feminist. I didn't know equal rights for women was a bad thing. Her "faves" are not her faves. They are students she knows already because she has had them before. It sounds like there is some sour grapes here because you actually had to show up to class. Kindness and Youthfulness are also not crimes. Essays r hard enough.

5.0
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ENGLI101
Jan 28, 2009

THIS IS THE BEST TEACHER EVER! SHE PROVIDES A STRESS FREE ENVIORMENT TILL YOU GET HOME AND WRITE HER ESSAYS BUT THATS WHAT COLLEGE IS ALL ABOUT. SHE IS FUN AND PASSIONATE ABOUT LEARNING AND PROVIDES AS MUCH HELP AS NEEDED. I HIGHLY RECOMEND

4.0
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ENG101
Feb 26, 2009

I did not like this teacher at all and i was so relieved when this class was over. she was a loony and rude to some of her students and i agree with the person who said she has favs in the class and that the only reason that ppl have good things to say about her is because she's sooo easy.

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ENG102
May 28, 2009

She is one of the best professors I've had! She is nice, she's funny, and she's pretty laid back. Essays are kinda hard, but she really pushes you to do the best that you can, and she really helps you and tells you exactly what she wants. And she lets you revise them. I highly recommend this teacher!

5.0
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ENG101
May 30, 2009

WONDERFULL HELPFULL TEACHER. SHE REALLY WANTS YOU TO SUCCEED AND PUSHES YOU TO THE LIMIT.

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ENG103
Jun 10, 2009

Bachman leads an interesting class because she tries to challenge kids' ways of thinking about the world they live in. Do your work and you will do well. Class participation is also important here. Also, don't be late, or face ridicule. If you are open to new ideas at all take her. If not, stick with a more traditional instructor.

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ENG102
Jul 8, 2009

I felt like there was more than a touch of favoritism, which was beyond frustrating, as someone who worked hard, but didn't want to stay after class and make the favorites list. Also, a lot of tolerance for seriously inane chatter sometimes. Made it hard to focus. She was very knowledgable though.

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ENGL101
Sep 28, 2009

She is the best, I recommend her to everyone! The material she have you to work on is a little out there BUT it's just for you to think out of the "box". Take her, you will not regret it.....I promise!

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ENG101
Nov 1, 2009

I have not learn anything in this class. Was very easy and not helpfull to me. She likes to eat!!

4.0
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ENG101
Jan 4, 2010

We had to write three essays, a few classroom essays and daily free writing journals. Prof Bachman truly reads and corrects all papers with interesting comments. She lets you revise your essays to get better grades. I hate writing essays, but she made this class too easy. A very liberal person who wants the class to have a sense of humor.

5.0
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ENG101
Jan 7, 2010

An amazing teacher!!!! Challenges you to think outside the box... Has you read graphic novels rather than usual literature... very kind.. give you the chance to revise or make up work... Will change the way you tink about literature...

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ENGL101
Feb 9, 2010

Professor Bachman doesn't like to eat. She has severe thyroid problem. But it's great to see such a mean comment. Not. She is tough and kind.

5.0
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ENG101
Feb 13, 2010

Awesome teacher... Gives you a totally new perspctive about literature and language...

5.0
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ENG101
Feb 15, 2010

Great professor, very easy going. i loved english before, and i love it even more now. i read some of the best novels in the class. she really listens to what her students have to say, and she is not uptight AT ALL! she seems to be a huge feminist, which i really enjoyed. i highly recommend you take her, she has a lot of energy!

5.0
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ENGENG
Feb 15, 2010

Awesome teach, very nice and friendly. The class was never boring, likes to joke. She makes you do a lot of work but very very easy on the grading. She also really cares for her students and wants the to do well. I would take her class again in a heart beat.

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ENG28
Feb 17, 2010

An amazing professor. Take her class, You WILL NOT REGRET IT :)She teaches you a lot! Her books are fun and she really cares for her students. I love Pro.Bachman

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ENG101
Apr 8, 2010

This teacher is bad in my opinion!She has her favorites in class and if your not one of them your screwed! take her class if you want to kiss butt for 3 hours a week!

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ENG7878
Apr 25, 2010

Prof. bachman is really fun and has a great personality. shes so understanding and really makes class interesting, her essays are demanding, but were in college people. the essays are also fun to write because they are very out of the ordinary. TAKE HER CLASS IF YOURE AWESOME!

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ENGLI101
Apr 26, 2010

One word HORRIBLE! she needs to see a therpaist STAT!

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ENG102
May 18, 2010

she's got a great sense of humor, and is a great conversation. she knows what she's talking about, and you'll do great if you just listen and do what she tells you. she's my farmville buddy

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ENG101
Jul 12, 2010

She is a very "real" teacher. None of the old fashioned stuffy curriculum. She's good except she pushes a hard core liberal agenda in her lectures. But that's what college is about. Sifting through the agendas to find the knowledge you actually need. If you can deal with that she's cool.

5.0
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ENG102
Oct 16, 2010

BEST COLLEGE COURSE EVER! SHES A REAL GEM, AND VERY GENUINE AND DOWN TO EARTH PERSON. VERY HELPFUL AND UNDERSTANDING. I HIGHLY RECOMMEND HER... ATTENDANCE IS A MUST! YOU WONT FALL ASLEEP IN HER CLASS I PROMISE YOU,ITS LOTS OF FUN SHE KEEPS YOU WIDE AWAKE WITH HER ENTHUSIASTIC CONVERSATIONS AND HER GREAT SENSE OF HUMOR.BACHMANYAN YOU ROCK!!!!!!!!!!!

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ENG101
Nov 18, 2010

3 papers + revision. Tests are essays, written in that blue book. Requires alot of reading. Alot of group work discussions that are about the readings. Did a comic book @ the end of the semester. Great English Professor. Quite Hilarious! TAKE! Not to bad!

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ENG102
Aug 29, 2011

The class appears hard at first but she didn't grade very hard at the end- which is basically when everything is due since you can revise essays for an improved score. Fantastic sense of humor. Anyone who says her class is hard slept through high school english.

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ENG101
Jan 6, 2012

This class was not completely easy because of all the essays, warm-ups, and workbook activites we had to do. Though thats the kind of work youhave to expect when taking an english class. The final which was a comic book was so much fun. Ms.Bachman is funny and very helpful if you ask. I really recommend taking her for english 101.

5.0
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ENG102
Feb 8, 2012

Love her!Sweet and cute teacher. The only thing, she talks a lot about the modern way and progressive literature,but the course requirements are Shakespeare & old school poetry.BORING!She should change it up with some edgy modern literature!otherwise, Tracy Love Your Spirit & Attitude :)

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ENG21
Mar 28, 2012

Best teacher ever, she would quit her job to just be with our class. Best teacher evverrrrrr

5.0
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ENG101
Feb 7, 2013

Funny professor! Very nice. She makes class interesting. Essays are all about revisions and they should be long essays. She even lets us revise our exams. Would take another class with.

5.0
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ENG101
Jun 5, 2013

Amazing professor!! She cares about her students, grades fairly, makes the class interesting, knows her material well, approachable, super helpful to ESL students which was refreshing to see, and taught me that revision is key. I would recommend her and take her again.

5.0
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ENG101V8030
Jun 18, 2013

A great professor, she made me discover that i can write, that it's not an impossible task. She is very patient and understanding. I had a great experience in this English class.

5.0
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ENG101
Jun 25, 2013

Prof Bachman is a real teacher. She gives you every opportunity to get the best grade. Don't take this class if you're not ready for college. Be prepared to learn you can't just come in to collect financial aid!!

5.0
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ENG1013314
Jul 13, 2013

Professor Tracy Bachman is the best and I mean the best professor out there. Not only does she really care about the students passing her class but she encourages you to do the work. She makes class fun and interesting. I can't wait to take her again for 103.

5.0
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ENGLISH101
Jul 28, 2013

Awesome teacher.. She teaches not only English but make you think beyond the language! Take her if you like projects, class writings and group works! Loved her

5.0
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ENGLISH3014
Grade: A
Aug 24, 2013

Tracy, is the best and amazing teacher; no words to describe her.

5.0
2.0
3314
Aug 28, 2013

Professor Bachman, is the BEST EVER!!!!!!!!! If you are nervous about writing she IS the professor to take. She is SUPER SWEET & makes her classroom a fun & friendly environment.She cares about her students & wants them to succeed. I give her 150%. Taking her for all Eng classes she teaches. Other professors need a lesson from her. Thank you!!

5.0
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ENG101
Oct 8, 2013

Professor Bachman is quite possibly one of the most engaging and helpful professors I've ever encountered. I had to work my ass off to get an A in her class but she was a great mentor and always available to help. If you want an English class that is fun and you develop as a writer take Bachman.

5.0
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ENGLISH101
Nov 4, 2013

Professor Bachman is the best English teacher I have ever encountered. She is very helpful and makes every student feel very comfortable participating in class. Just read the books that are assigned to you, and make sure you participate in class discussions. It was the funnest experience I have had at LAVC so far! Would definitely take her again.

5.0
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ENGLISH101
Nov 19, 2013

This was one of the best English classes I have taken. I was really disappointing that she was not going to be teaching English 103 for the following semester.

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ENGLISH28
Nov 24, 2013

vopshem this teacher is AMAZING. and shes very fun and i enjoy every minute of her class. I'm taking her for winter english 101 3 hours everyday I honestly can not wait!

5.0
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ENG101
Grade: A
Jun 8, 2014

Amazing teacher. She works with you if you have any questions and is always willing to assist. I wish more professors were like her.

5.0
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ENG101
Grade: A
Jun 9, 2014

It was an interesting class. Instructor was funny and cool. There's writing involve (Obviously), but you can get a good grade as long you do all your work and attend class. (Remember: Not to arrive late ... )

5.0
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ENG102
Jul 9, 2014

Awesome teacher… I had a few great laughs. Really great at explaining things and maintaining students interest level by making it interesting.

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ENG28
Jul 20, 2014

I love her!! She is awesome. She will help you with anything, and very funny and cool. I learned a lot but does makes us write a lot hah but it's okay. Take her classss!!!

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2.0
ENGLISH28
Jul 31, 2014

Professor Bachman is truly amazing! She's one of the few college professors I will remember in the future. Of course the class required quite a few essay assignments, but the way she runs her class and interacts with the students makes you want to write those essays. She helps you with whatever questions you may have and is the most patient person.

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101
Grade: A
Dec 9, 2014

really great professor, hilarious, but you have to be on her good side. write her essays and you will get an A, took my 28 with her and got an A. she really cares

5.0
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101
Grade: A
Dec 18, 2014

Awesome teacher . Love this teacher

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ENGLISH101
Dec 20, 2014

Where do I begin? I took English 28 in the summer with Professor Bachman as well. She is a phenomenal professor-funnyintellectualsupportive. Her class is not hard, but you do need to keep up with the writing. She's humble and treats everyone with respect. I have greatly increased my writing skills with this course and wish I needed another class!

5.0
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ENGLISH101
Dec 27, 2014

This class requires alot of reading and writing essays or in a joournal so work can pile on if you dont keep up. She's awesome! One reason is that she will take ur essays give you good honest feedback on them and allow you to resubmit them for a better grade! She knows books cost $ so she tries to assign readings u can find online. Love this prof!!

5.0
2.0
ENGLISH101
Grade: A+
Jan 29, 2015

Best teacher I wish I can take her for every course. I took her for english 28, and 101. She's not easy but she's very helpful and just show up to class respect her do your own thing. She is also an amazing human being very understandingunderstandable Man I can sit and go on about her but trust me if you want to learn how to write better, TAKE HER

5.0
2.0
ENG28AND101
Grade: A+
Feb 26, 2015

Love this professor shes awesome anything that she talks about is very entertaining Just go to class take notes on the homework and u will pass very easy for an english 101 college class

5.0
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ENGLISH21
Mar 5, 2015

AWESOME teacher! She really cares about ALL her students! She doesn't let anyone fail (she makes you write the assignment during class if you don't turn it in)

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ENGLISH101
Mar 18, 2015

This seems more like an intro Philosophy than English. Difficult to understand if you are not highly intellectual. Will help you when you ask. Gives out her personal phone number. Assigns a lot of work, as if this is the only class you are taking.

1.0
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ENGLISH101
Mar 23, 2015

We have not yet had any homework assignments collected. The first essay we turned in was an exam which seems very backwards. There is no feedback as to why you earned a certain grade. Extremely disorganized. When asked for help, responses are very vague or you are simply told not to make excuses. I hear she grades easy, I hope so. Rude woman.

5.0
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ENGLISH
Grade: A
Jul 16, 2015

AWESOME TEACHER!!!! She cares about all her students and is very great at helping you understand the material! Im taking her again for my next English class

5.0
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101
Jul 20, 2015

Professor Bachman is nice and truly cares. I am glad I took her class. She teaches very well to make you understand the material. Summer is accelerated but this woman makes our life so easy. I recommend her to all. Do your part and you will make easy A.

5.0
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101
Jul 20, 2015

This woman is amazing. I would take again. Nice professor

5.0
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ENG101
Grade: A
Feb 2, 2016

She is the best professor I've ever had in LAVC. She is tough but fun. I enjoyed her classes very much. She is very helpful. She doesn't like tardiness and absence, but once again the great professor and a person. Loved her :)

4.0
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ENG101
Grade: A
Jun 10, 2016
Would take again

Tracy is an AWESOME professor. I will be taking her again. I was sad the semester was over. Her lectures are a lot of fun, given the fact that I am a night student. Her readings can be slightly difficult but ask questions and you'll understand. She really gets everyone involved. Revising your work will be your key to success.

5.0
3.0
ENG101
Grade: A
Jun 13, 2016
Would take again

Professor Bachman is AMAZING! I will be taking her class again. The reading is somewhat confusing but if you have questions she is ALWAYS willing to help. I love her. If you do take her class you will not regret it! She is funny and very honest. She gives you a lot of feedback on your essays and do all your warm-ups.

3.0
3.0
ENG101
Jun 17, 2016
Wouldn't take again

Professor Bachman is alright, took her for Spring 2016 recently. She's good at teaching but can get onto a totally different subject. She like for students to interact which is good. Sometimes doesnt collect work and is very disorganized. Shes an alright instructor, but I won't take any classes with her again.

5.0
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ENG101
Grade: B+
Jul 19, 2016
Would take again

Tracy is the best professor I've had at LAVC. She's so sweet and she knows what she's doing. She inspires her students to just write freely, shes amazing. I will definitely take her again if i could i already took her English 103 this summer. If you get the chance to take one of her courses you should without a doubt. best professor ever !!!

5.0
3.0
ENG103
Grade: A+
Jul 19, 2016
Would take again

Professor B is an amazing instructor! She finds creative ways to teach every subject and encourages her students to write freely and express themselves. I'm defiantly taking her again! Not an easy A, definitely worth the struggle though!

5.0
2.0
ENG101
Grade: A+
Dec 8, 2016
Would take again

Amazing professor

Inspirational
Amazing lectures
EXTRA CREDIT
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3.0
ENG101
Grade: A+
Jan 9, 2017
Would take again

I was terrified to take this class because I always hated writing essays . I would retake this class in a heartbeat ! She teaches in a way where you get to enjoy the class , unstressful environment and she is the best !! So glad I took the class .

Inspirational
Hilarious
Amazing lectures
5.0
4.0
ENG101
Grade: A
Jan 27, 2017
Would take again

Awesome Professor!!

Respected
LOTS OF HOMEWORK
Caring
5.0
3.0
ENGLISH21
Grade: A+
Mar 30, 2017
Would take again

I LOVED HER TEACHING STYLE. I WAS SO AFRAID TO TAKE THIS CLASS DURING THE SUMMER. SHE MADE IT SO MUCH FUN AND INTERESTING. IT WAS A SUBJECT THAT I WASNT REALLY INTERESTED IN UNTIL TAKING THIS CLASS WITH THIS AWESOME PROF.

Respected
Hilarious
Amazing lectures
5.0
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ENG101
Jun 5, 2017
Would take again

Professor Bachman is the coolest professor at LAVC. She gave us chances to improve our drafts and gave us instructions on how to start our drafts which. She makes it a lot less stressful for you. I hate reading books but the ones she assigned were really interesting. She rocks. L7 for life. hell yeah!! TAKE HER!!

Gives good feedback
Inspirational
Hilarious
5.0
3.0
ENG101
Aug 11, 2017
Would take again

AMAZING!!!! What a great Liberal!!! Looked forward to my class every single time, came out knowing more than when I came in. Great references and knows how to keep the class interesting. I look forward to taking her again sometime!!!!

Hilarious
Amazing lectures
Caring
5.0
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ENG101
Grade: A
Aug 18, 2017
Would take again

Professor Bachman is awesome. Don't be late. Read material and participate. Able to re-write essay for better grade. Be professional, when submitting an essay, follow MLA format and make sure it's TYPED. Choose great team members for group presentations, No one gets left behind. Good luck, had a blast.

Skip class? You won't pass.
Inspirational
Caring
5.0
2.0
ENG101
Grade: A+
Aug 30, 2017
Would take again

Her English class comes off as a sociology class. She has you do a couple long papers and a couple group assignments that you have to present on. Don't be late otherwise she freaks out. She never used the textbook but she does assign books to read. Though I don't like her teaching method, I would take her again for an easy grade.

Get ready to read
Hilarious
GROUP PROJECTS
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ENG101
Jan 24, 2018
Would take again

Professor Bachman is all about students succeeding. She is constantly reminding us that we are born with an "A" in her class, it is ours to destroy. She offers flexibility on how we choose to fulfill the assignment, she always wants you to try. She is funny, loves music and references quite a bit, and truly seems to enjoy her job. Loved it.

Participation matters
Skip class? You won't pass.
Caring
5.0
2.0
ENG101
Grade: A
May 25, 2018
Would take again

I've taken her 3xs for difference english classes & she is the best. Even if you struggle to write she will work with you and motivate and inspire you to. Yes there is a lot of writing that she asks you to do but it's worth it. She's the teacher that cheers for you to do your best, which is rare. Shes' a gem!

Gives good feedback
Skip class? You won't pass.
Inspirational
4.0
2.0
ENG101
Grade: A+
Jul 17, 2018
Would take again

The Best Professor at LA Valley College.!!! Dont sleep on her, her grading is really fair and she would help you with your writing. She offers many extra Credit, all the ratings are true. Shes really nice and cares for her students. About 5 essays for the whole semester, shes not strick on how many papers in an essay as long you Follow the topic

Skip class? You won't pass.
Caring
EXTRA CREDIT
5.0
2.0
ENG101
Grade: A
Aug 1, 2018
Would take again

PROFESSOR BACHMAN IS THE BEST I HAVE EVER HAD!!! TAKE HER YOU WONT REGRET IT!!!!

Respected
Inspirational
Amazing lectures
5.0
1.0
ENG28
Grade: A+
Aug 15, 2018
Would take again

bruh she's dope, I recommend her to the max 100

Hilarious
Amazing lectures
Caring
5.0
2.0
ENG101
Grade: A+
Oct 23, 2018
Would take again

BEST PROFESSOR YOU WILL EVER HAVE! If you get the chance to take her she is a really great teacher, super understanding, and helpful! You won't regret this class

Skip class? You won't pass.
Caring
GROUP PROJECTS
5.0
2.0
ENG101
Grade: A
Dec 22, 2018
Would take again

One of the best professor I have ever took. Gives so many chances to turn in papers until you get the grade you want. Gives extra credit. Fun group projects. Highly recommend taking her classes.

Gives good feedback
Get ready to read
GROUP PROJECTS
5.0
3.0
ENG101
Grade: A
Feb 2, 2019
Would take again

she cares about her students passing, so when you turn in your essays you can keep revising it until you get the letter grade you wanted! when people come late to class, she makes these friendly jokes about them!

Hilarious
Amazing lectures
Caring
5.0
4.0
ENG101
Grade: A
Feb 6, 2019
Would take again

Great Overall

Gives good feedback
Respected
ACCESSIBLE OUTSIDE CLASS
5.0
2.0
ENG101
Grade: A+
Jun 6, 2019
Would take again

I loved taking her English 101 class!! Overall she's amazing. There's five essays in the semester with multiple opportunities to revise, 2 group projects and 3 written exams. There's a lot of reading and writing. She's an easy grader as long as you do your work.

Get ready to read
Clear grading criteria
Hilarious
5.0
2.0
ENG101
Grade: A
Aug 6, 2019
Would take again

best teacher i have ever taken i would 100% recommend her amazing fun and a great teacher

Respected
Inspirational
Caring
5.0
2.0
ENG103
Grade: A
Sep 4, 2019
Would take again

She is extremely intelligent, and she could be a snob about it but instead she is gracious, with a good sense of humor, who chooses to meet students at their level instead of lording her superiority over them. If she feels you are genuinely putting in the effort to understand and improve, you will be rewarded with a good grade. Shes great.

Respected
Participation matters
Skip class? You won't pass.
5.0
2.0
ENG101
Grade: A+
Dec 11, 2019
Would take again

She's simply a sweetheart. I had a horrible ending this semester with a teacher messing my GPA up with not curving my B (88%) but she made it better. I've never felt so comfortable in a classroom yet so cared for. She has the biggest heart, gives you any and every opportunity to improve yourself as a student as well as your academic abilities.

Gives good feedback
Respected
Caring
5.0
2.0
ENG101
Grade: A
Dec 16, 2019
Would take again

AMAZING Professor! Made my first semester the best. She is hilarious and very understanding. Only 5 essays and 2 of them are in class exams and 2 projects which are VERY easy. Honestly the best person I've met so far and will help you pass no matter what. HIGHLY RECOMMEND HER!!!

Respected
Hilarious
Caring
5.0
3.0
ENG101
Grade: A
Jan 3, 2020
Would take again

Professor Bachman is an exceptional instructor who really cares for all of her students. She allows extra time to finish your assignments if you are a little behind, and is very understanding. I highly recommend everyone to take her classes!

Gives good feedback
Clear grading criteria
EXTRA CREDIT
5.0
3.0
ENG101
Grade: A
Dec 10, 2020
Would take again

She is very sweet and understanding. I love her. Just do your work and try your best. Definitely would recommend everyone to take her class.

Respected
Clear grading criteria
Caring
5.0
2.0
ENG101
Jun 7, 2021
Would take again

Professor Bachman, is a true gem in LAVC. She so kind and inspirational and an easy grader. She grades essays and exams clearly and proceeds to give good feedback. if you want a higher grade, you're allowed to revise and submit it again for a higher grade.

Gives good feedback
Inspirational
Caring
5.0
1.0
ENG101
Grade: A+
Jun 9, 2021
Would take again

SHE IS THE BEST!!!! Get ready to turn in lots of papers, but she grades them based on effort usually. She is extremely sweet and understanding. You also get a one day grace period for late assignments. Get ready to write about 4-6 essays. She is not a harsh grader at all.

Lots of homework
Test heavy
So many papers
5.0
2.0
ENGLISH101
Grade: A+
Jun 21, 2021
Would take again

She is an amazing professor! So understanding and there is a good amount of extra credit, also very lenient with missing work. Just do all your work!

Participation matters
Clear grading criteria
Caring
1.0
4.0
ENGLISH101
Grade: A+
Jul 19, 2021
Wouldn't take again

Although I received an A in her class, I found this professor to be very confusing and disorganized. She wasn't very clear on the work that was due and changed her mind quite often when it came to what assignments were mandatory. She even went as far as to suddenly unassign certain assignments last minute and stressed me out a lot the last week.

Lots of homework
Get ready to read
So many papers
5.0
3.0
ENG101
Grade: A+
Sep 30, 2021
Would take again

I don't think there's a better professor than Bachman. She truly cares for her students and she inspires you to actually work well. The assignments are pretty easy but make you think and she gives great feedback!

Gives good feedback
Respected
Inspirational
5.0
2.0
ENG101
Grade: A+
Oct 22, 2022
Would take again

She is amazing honestly one of the best professors I have ever had in Valley. I didn't know I had the ability to write 5-7 page essays until I came across her class. She is straightforward and is an easy A! Highly Recommend taking her class

Clear grading criteria
Gives good feedback
Inspirational
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