4.5

Wadhwani Usha

English - Essex County College

4.5
Quality
2.5
Difficulty
89%
Would Retake
95
Reviews
4.5
Quality
2.5
Difficulty
4.5
Helpful
4.5
Clarity

89%

Would Retake

95

Reviews

Rating Distribution
Official

5

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4

19

3

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2

3

1

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What Students Say

She's tough to pass but I enjoyed her all the way to the end

ENG096 - 5.0 rating

Professor was amazing

102 - 5.0 rating
Class Info

Online Classes

100%

Attendance Mandatory

96%

Textbook Required

0%

Grade Predictor

Your expected effort level

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Predicted Grade

B+

95% confidence
Based on 45 grades
Most common grades:
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B+ (12)
A (9)
Grade Distribution
A(10)B(16)C(1)D(0)F(0)A-/B+(18)
Based on 46 reported grades
B: 14
B+: 12
A: 9
A-: 6
Common Tags
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Respected (13)
Caring (12)
Get ready to read (12)
Amazing lectures (11)
Inspirational (11)
Participation matters (8)
Clear grading criteria (6)
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Reviews (95)
5.0
1.0
ENG101
Mar 17, 2011

Good Teacher. Follows the book easy class if you like english

5.0
1.0
ENG101
Mar 17, 2011

Great teacher easy class if you like english

5.0
2.0
ENG102
Aug 18, 2011

She is cool funny, charming lady.she does a lot of literary analysis and she really knows her stories and her literature. Very helpful

5.0
2.0
ENG010
Nov 24, 2011

I am really enjoying her class, she is making Literature fun while keeping us on the subject matter at hand. She always finds a way to crack a few jokes that always seem to find their way back to the topic that we are discussing in class!! LOL Enjoyable!!!

5.0
2.0
ENG102
Dec 21, 2011

Enjoyed her class very much! She open my eyes to new literature and new authors. I appreciate learning analytical writing and her knowledge of the subject.

5.0
1.0
ENG102
Apr 20, 2012

amazing teacher! wont give anyone higher than an A. no matter how good your work is. only con in her class

5.0
1.0
ENGLI102
Apr 24, 2012

Awesome professor! She is extremely helpful and actually makes English fun to learn. She never gives and grades lower than a B and she is actually pretty funny. One of the best professors I've ever had.

5.0
3.0
ENG102
Aug 23, 2012

English Comp., is not what I consider a very fun subject, however this professor made the class interesting and exciting. I actually looked forward to the next class and learned alot from her teachings. You are lucky if you have her for your professor, she's awesome!

5.0
2.0
ENG102
Oct 31, 2012

She sticks with the syllabus to the end. Thats the kind of professor I love. She makes sure they students know the dates of the test and essays so there's no confusion. She's the sweetest lady ever. I'm lucky because I have a class that can hold a conversation, otherwise the class would be boring. Its three parts and she helps you. Please take her!

5.0
1.0
ENGLI102
Dec 10, 2012

If you really want to learn without any stress take her. She is extremely helpful she is my hero,she opened my eyes specially if English is not your first language take her she will make you to be a better speaker and writer and you will love reading in her class you fill like your home she is a mother,an adviser and a outstanding professor.

5.0
2.0
ENG102
Dec 20, 2012

Never thought I'd like English or do good in it.. But Because of Professor Usha I actually love reading plays and poems... She's the best English professor Ive ever met, and thats coming from someone who HATED English Literature for 8 years, I enjoyed her class, and I'm strongly recommending taking her class

2.0
5.0
ENG102
Dec 28, 2012

prof usha is not a bad person but I hated the point that she was never clear to what she wanted.

5.0
1.0
ENG102
Jan 18, 2013

I took eng 102 with her in the summer and she's a very charming and lively professor. You won't be bored in the class, never! She cares about her students performance. Very approachable professor. What she requires is analysis, not summary and she makes it clear. Recommended.

5.0
1.0
LITERATRURE102
Apr 18, 2013

Professor Usha was the best professor I have had since I attended Essex County College...she is to the point and very straight forward..I would highly recommend her to everyone

5.0
3.0
ENGLISH102
Apr 22, 2013

Great teacher she is outgoing and makes the class interesting. The work is not hard but she will let you know what she expects of you.

5.0
2.0
ENG102
Apr 25, 2013

She is the best English professor. She will make you fall in love with reading. I really enjoyed her class, she does send a paper per month and you really have to show interest and participate. She is really helpful. I f you work hard and show her improvement, you will get the grade you deserve. If you want to learn English, take her.

5.0
3.0
ENG102
Apr 30, 2013

Excellent teacher. With her, you actually like reading and and analysing.

5.0
1.0
ENG102
Aug 6, 2013

Professor Wadhwani made the class fun to learn and tries to help students by summarizing the languages in the reading. You will learn and have fun at the same time, highly recommend taking her as your professor.

4.0
2.0
ENG1022AC
Aug 13, 2013

Excellent Professor

5.0
2.0
ENG102
Grade: B
Aug 23, 2013

The professor is great. If you don't understand something you can go to her and she will help you, and she takes the time to explain things you read about.

5.0
1.0
ENG101
Aug 30, 2013

BEST PROF EVER!!! Easy A people. She is very clear on her work, fun, outgoing, tell us jokes that relate to the topic, and so much more. She is always willing to help, and she knows all her students by name!! I recommend her! YOU WON'T REGRET IT.

5.0
2.0
ENG102
Grade: B
Oct 16, 2013

Her passion for reading inspired me spiritually to connect with the writer/author in so many ways.....she's very helpful and knowledgeable for this class!!!!

5.0
1.0
ENG102
Dec 11, 2013

I love this professor. She cares a lot about her students. She explains the course very very well. She is the best teacher ever!

5.0
2.0
ENGLISH102
Grade: B
Dec 16, 2013

Awesome professor,she is very fair just do what is reqiured and you will be okay. I love her teaching style. She makes literature easy to understand.

5.0
2.0
ENGLISH102008
Grade: A
Dec 17, 2013

She was pretty fair in her grading. If you showed up for class and paid attention, you stood a good chance of passing the class. She is also funny and tries to make the class fun and relevant.

5.0
1.0
ENG102
Grade: A
Jan 14, 2014

She is a very interesting professor, she tries to make the class lively and engages students in conversations. I learnt a great deal in her class, once you pay attention, you'll get an A.

5.0
1.0
ENG101
Grade: B+
Apr 28, 2014

Awesome professor!!! Very respectful! does a great job in making sure each of her students understands! She repeatedly ask do you understand what going on! Once you show up and do the work then you are good. I love her style she make sure the class is engaged, she sits with the students and teaches. She is great!

4.0
3.0
ENG101
Apr 29, 2014

Excellent professor. She wanted all of her students to do good in her class. She went over papers individually and gave chances to revise papers before grading. I really appreciate her.

5.0
1.0
10101C
Grade: B+
Apr 29, 2014

Great teacher, well structured and helpful. I love this class

5.0
2.0
ENG096
May 6, 2014

professor usha has a quality that any student will think of, she is nice, soft speaking person, helpful and kind to serious student.

5.0
1.0
102010
Dec 10, 2014

She's an awesome professor. She is soft spoken, passionate in What she does,and cares for her students. Also, she will teach you how To break down stories elements by element.i would definitely recommend her to Other students

5.0
1.0
102
Grade: A
Dec 10, 2014

Professor was amazing ! She is the sweetest & I highly doubt that you will fail this class because everything she lectures is on the test. She does not give hard work at all & makes learning in her class very easy & understanding. If I can take this class over and over and over again I would lol she let us have a pot lucky party as well.

5.0
1.0
102
Dec 14, 2014

She's good, would take her again. She's fair and willing to help her students.

5.0
2.0
101008
Dec 15, 2014

If all college professors were like prof. Usha students would actually love to come to school

4.0
2.0
ENGLISH102
Grade: B
Dec 18, 2014

Excellent method of teaching!!!

4.0
1.0
ENG102
Jan 5, 2015

she is very well educated. She knows a lot of literature, and that's helpful, because she helps you to understand better whatever you re reading

4.0
2.0
102
Jan 15, 2015

She is a wonderful teacher, she let you feel relax, I love the fact she is very knowledgeable about almost all the topics. She encourages you, although she is strict, be sure to follow her instruction and read. You definitely will do great.

5.0
4.0
102
Grade: B
Jan 16, 2015

She is a great professor and she makes the class very interesting and understandable. Test is about the material you read in class and if you pay attention is very easy.

5.0
4.0
ENG096
Grade: B
Jun 18, 2015

She's tough to pass but I enjoyed her all the way to the end

4.0
2.0
ENG096
Jun 18, 2015

Very knowledgeable

5.0
1.0
ENGLISH096
Jun 18, 2015

She gives you useful advise on how to improve your writing. She is fair and has patience. She expects you to come to class everyday, so you do not want to miss any important information that can help improve for the next English course. Students who are gonna be absent most of the time, this class is not for you.

5.0
2.0
ENG096
Grade: B-
Dec 17, 2015

I love it class

5.0
1.0
ENGLISH102008
Grade: B-
Dec 17, 2015

Very nice teacher!!

3.0
4.0
ENG105
Grade: B+
Jan 6, 2016

Come in on time. Be respectful. She is ready to work with you if you put in the effort. Like having a second mom, she's ready to teach you everything she knows so you can succeed--but it's all up to YOU! Don't be afraid to think outside of the box as long as your thinking process is clear, concise, and well defined. Excellent educator and class.

4.0
3.0
ENG102
Grade: A-
Jan 9, 2016

prof wadhwani is nice and she will help you if you are struggling. attend class, read the required material, do the assignments, and participate. not that difficult.

4.0
3.0
ENG102
Grade: B+
Jan 10, 2016

Prof Usha, is awesome, she is informative, jovial, intelligent, I love her style of teaching, I would take her again in a heart bet. She shows genuine interest in your well being and understanding. Be sure to do your reading, and assignment. Listen to her instruction you definitely pass this class with ease.

5.0
1.0
ENG101
Grade: B+
Apr 20, 2016

very interactive class brining current events in classroom discussions

5.0
2.0
ENG101
Grade: A-
Apr 20, 2016

Great professor !!!

5.0
2.0
ENG101
Grade: B
Nov 14, 2016
Would take again

She's a great Professor!! Likes for the class to participate, go to class and I'm sure you'll pass

Respected
Amazing lectures
Caring
5.0
3.0
ENG101
Grade: A
Dec 15, 2016
Would take again

She is just awesome, great professer.

Tough Grader
Gives good feedback
Respected
5.0
4.0
ENG101
Dec 15, 2016
Would take again

She is an excellent and inspiring teacher

Respected
Inspirational
Amazing lectures
4.0
3.0
ENG085
Dec 15, 2016
Would take again

Show up,take time to review your work, and do all your work you will pass for sure.

Gives good feedback
Get ready to read
Caring
5.0
5.0
ENG858
Grade: B
Dec 15, 2016
Would take again

She's the best English professor that I ever had!! Love her!

Gives good feedback
Inspirational
Amazing lectures
4.0
4.0
ENGLISH102
Jan 10, 2017
Wouldn't take again

Very caring, professor. She wants everyone to learn, and that's most important to her than any A

Participation matters
Inspirational
Caring
4.0
4.0
ENG102
Grade: A
Feb 5, 2017
Would take again

This was a challenging class in terms of writing content and reading for winter intersession which is 10 days. However, I learned a lot. Be engaged, take notes and take her advice on how to improve and you will be fine. She is very direct but helpful and wants you to learn. Just do the work and demonstrate what she teaches in your work.

Tough Grader
Get ready to read
Caring
5.0
2.0
ENG101
Grade: B+
Apr 19, 2017
Would take again

She is really chill

Respected
Inspirational
Caring
5.0
3.0
ENG101
Apr 19, 2017
Would take again

She is a good professor,I leaned a lot of things. Was a good experience,because she opened my eyes to certain things.

Gives good feedback
SO MANY PAPERS
GROUP PROJECTS
4.0
1.0
ENG101
Grade: A-
Apr 19, 2017
Would take again

Having Professor Wadhawni as my English 101 instructor was best thing ever. I was struggling with English but she came up with activities to make English language interesting. If she will be teaching English 102 I will for sure take her class again. If your struggling with English take her class s, he is very considerate and understanding.

Gives good feedback
Respected
Caring
4.0
2.0
ENG102
Grade: A-
Apr 19, 2017
Would take again

She was very nice

Get ready to read
Participation matters
Clear grading criteria
4.0
3.0
ENG102
Apr 19, 2017
Wouldn't take again

i did really good in eng101 with a different professor and thought i would get another A. i was sad i wasnt able to do that again (i got mostly Bs) and at one point i Really messed up but at least i was given a second chance. im really glad for that. she isnt mean unless you get on her nerves, of course. i enjoyed her class.

Tough Grader
Get ready to read
SO MANY PAPERS
5.0
4.0
ENG102
Grade: B
Apr 19, 2017
Would take again

Great teacher

Respected
Participation matters
Amazing lectures
5.0
4.0
ENG102
Apr 19, 2017
Would take again

I learned a lot in this class, mostly in my grammar. She's very organizes with her teaching and she breaks down the stories to be understood. She's very firm and upfront but in a good way.

Gives good feedback
Get ready to read
Clear grading criteria
5.0
2.0
ENG102
Grade: A-
Apr 19, 2017
Would take again

Great class. Great teacher. If you come to class and do the work you will pass easily

Gives good feedback
Skip class? You won't pass.
Clear grading criteria
4.0
2.0
ENGLISH102
Apr 19, 2017
Would take again

Homework due at the end of each month, but it was not too much like other teachers would give. Read the stories with us and explained them so we understood better

Get ready to read
1.0
5.0
ENG102
May 8, 2017
Wouldn't take again

A lot of essays

Skip class? You won't pass.
SO MANY PAPERS
TEST HEAVY
5.0
2.0
ENG101
Grade: B+
May 13, 2017
Would take again

She makes essay writing very easy. She keeps students motivated and willing to work hard. She actually cares about the students and always tries to understand everyone's situation. She is a real gem. One of the best professors I have ever come across. Thank you Professor for making me gain more confidence in my writings and research projects.

Inspirational
Amazing lectures
Caring
5.0
4.0
ENG101
Jun 15, 2017
Would take again

Teaches us what we have done wrong in our essays. Fix our vocabulary/grammar mistakes

Amazing lectures
Participation matters
SO MANY PAPERS
5.0
4.0
ENG101
Jun 15, 2017
Would take again

Wonderful!

Tough Grader
Respected
Caring
5.0
4.0
ENG101
Grade: B
Jun 15, 2017
Would take again

Made me enjoy English and understand how everything should be done to get a good grade

Respected
Inspirational
EXTRA CREDIT
5.0
3.0
ENG101
Grade: B+
Jun 15, 2017
Would take again

A wonderful, excellent, and encouraging teacher

Gives good feedback
Participation matters
LOTS OF HOMEWORK
5.0
4.0
ENG101
Grade: A-
Jun 16, 2017
Would take again

She is a great professor, pushes you to do more

Tough Grader
Gives good feedback
ACCESSIBLE OUTSIDE CLASS
5.0
4.0
ENG101
Grade: Not sure yet
Jun 19, 2017
Would take again

I took summer I with Miss Usha, it was an amazing class never boring and she is meticulous about her work. She does give many assignment but she is always there to help you pass the class and get the best grade possible. highly recommended

Gives good feedback
Respected
Amazing lectures
5.0
4.0
ENG101
Grade: B
Jun 19, 2017
Would take again

I hate writing but Great professor, just do all your work, gives you critiques to help you get a better grade

Gives good feedback
Respected
Inspirational
5.0
3.0
ENG101
Grade: B
Jun 19, 2017
Would take again

She's is underaranding and willing to put in effort to make you a better writer.

Gives good feedback
Skip class? You won't pass.
Clear grading criteria
1.0
4.0
ENG102
Grade: B+
Jun 25, 2017
Wouldn't take again

This class was terrible. Vague about what to expect on tests. Boring subject matter. She is very full of herself and rude. Instead of getting me excited about reading the classics, I was turned off and became uninterested. Not an effective way to get someone interested in literature. I would never take her again. Shame.

5.0
4.0
ENG101
Grade: A
Dec 14, 2017
Would take again

She will help you with reading a lot, make you keep track with your grades and absences

Gives good feedback
EXTRA CREDIT
Would take again
4.0
3.0
ENG096
Dec 14, 2017
Would take again

Prof. Usha is a wonderful prof. she goes into details with everything and is every funny and easy going.

Gives good feedback
Clear grading criteria
Caring
5.0
2.0
ENG096
Dec 18, 2017
Would take again

Great professor

5.0
3.0
ENG010
Grade: B
Dec 19, 2017
Would take again

Great teacher very gentle and caring for students.

Gives good feedback
Inspirational
Amazing lectures
4.0
2.0
ENG102
Jan 5, 2018
Would take again

Talks a lot but she is very lenient, love her.

5.0
3.0
ENG102
Jan 12, 2018
Would take again

Honestly I HATE english, but this professor made me LOOOOVVE it!!! I took her during the 2 week winter class and she was so much fun. She made all the context very easy to understand. She took the time to explain everything in detail while being on pace. She keeps her word, she cares, I would deff take her again. I learned so much.

Amazing lectures
Hilarious
Inspirational
5.0
2.0
ENG101
Jan 22, 2018
Would take again

I love this teacher! If you need a teacher that cares, have the patience to help you out, and can handle your sarcastic personality. I recommend Ms. Usha. Big recommendation. She tries her best to make things fun and easy for her students, if I could I would take Ms. Usha again.

Gives good feedback
Participation matters
Hilarious
4.0
2.0
ENG085
Grade: B+
Apr 19, 2018
Would take again

From my point of view, the English 085 course was very nice and the lecturer was also quite interesting. The module was very helpful and Professor Usha Wadhwani was very interesting. She has used an excellent style of teaching and has explained things very well. The way she interacted in class was very appreciated by all the students. I learn a lot

Gives good feedback
Respected
Get ready to read
5.0
4.0
ENG085
Grade: B
Apr 19, 2018
Would take again

The Professor really made you think and was very inspiring.

Gives good feedback
Get ready to read
Inspirational
5.0
4.0
ENG102
Apr 19, 2018
Would take again

Greatest teacher Ive ever had!

Inspirational
Amazing lectures
Caring
3.0
3.0
ENG096
Grade: C+
Apr 24, 2018
Would take again

Her course allowed me to improve my english , it was a great experience for me to have Mrs Usha as professor .

Gives good feedback
Respected
LOTS OF HOMEWORK
4.0
3.0
ENG101
Grade: B+
Jun 20, 2019
Would take again

Excellent Professor! I took English 101 in the summer I. The best thing I like about hear teaching was the newspaper's article summary writing. It makes me improve my vocabulary as well as writing. Moreover, She let us talk about the news articles in front of the class. It helps us to boost our confidence in a public talk. I highly recommend!

Lots of homework
Get ready to read
Tough grader
5.0
1.0
ENG101
Aug 15, 2019
Would take again

Fun and dedicated

2.0
4.0
ENG101
Grade: B+
Aug 16, 2019
Would take again

Professor Usha was an absolute gem! I enjoyed every class with her. I got to learn so many new things! There's never a dull moment in her class. This professor is very compassionate, caring, fair and just a joy to be around. She's definitely one of the most patient person that I've ever come across; she will make sure you get everything!

Gives good feedback
Clear grading criteria
Caring
5.0
3.0
ENG101
Grade: A
Sep 4, 2019
Would take again

I loved professor Usha! She made class so much fun while still teaching us plenty. She grades thoroughly and quickly and it really helps you learn from your mistakes. I wish I could take a class of hers again!

Get ready to read
Hilarious
5.0
2.0
ENG101
Grade: A+
Sep 30, 2019
Would take again

Grades simply and lets you know what you did wrong on papers. Is pretty lenient in terms of students fooling around, but hates it when you don't participate in discussions and when you don't turn in work. Almost NEVER accepted late work. Participate and turn your stuff in on time, and you will have no issues!

Accessible outside class
Get ready to read
Participation matters
5.0
3.0
ENG102
Jan 15, 2020
Would take again

Very fun class , makes you work for your grades but also helps you when it comes to writing your paper. She's also pretty funny

5.0
1.0
ENG102
Grade: A
Jan 15, 2020
Would take again

Wonderful.

Hilarious
Amazing lectures
Caring
5.0
2.0
ENG101
Grade: A
Mar 30, 2021
Would take again

I took both Eng 101 and 102 classes with professor Wadhwani and it was a great experience. Honestly, I was always so scared and nervous about my essay but with her help, I got better over time. Her class is not just about the book but we also get the opportunity to research out of the book and stay updated with the reality we live in.

Gives good feedback
Respected
Participation matters
2.0
3.0
ENG101
Jan 25, 2022
Wouldn't take again

This class was an experience for sure. You may or may not like this teacher. Sometimes goes off topic, overall the work is pretty self explanatory.

Get ready to read
Lecture heavy
Tough grader
Class Info

Online Classes

100%

Attendance Mandatory

96%

Textbook Required

0%

Grade Predictor

Your expected effort level

LowHigh

Predicted Grade

B+

95% confidence
Based on 45 grades
Most common grades:
B (14)
B+ (12)
A (9)
Grade Distribution
A(10)B(16)C(1)D(0)F(0)A-/B+(18)
Based on 46 reported grades
B: 14
B+: 12
A: 9
A-: 6
Common Tags
Gives good feedback (21)
Respected (13)
Caring (12)
Get ready to read (12)
Amazing lectures (11)
Inspirational (11)
Participation matters (8)
Clear grading criteria (6)
Rating Trend

Declining

-0.55 avg change
Jun
Aug
Sep
Jan
Mar
Jan
Last 6 months
Ratings by Course

101008

5.0

(1)

102010

5.0

(1)

ENG010

5.0

(2)

ENGLI102

5.0

(2)

LITERATRURE102

5.0

(1)
+12 more courses
Difficulty by Course

ENG858

5.0

ENG105

4.0

ENG085

3.0

ENG101

2.6

ENGLISH102

2.6

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