4.8

Yelena Bailey-Kirby

English - College of Southern Nevada (all campuses)

4.8
Quality
2.3
Difficulty
97%
Would Retake
122
Reviews
4.8
Quality
2.3
Difficulty
4.8
Helpful
4.8
Clarity

97%

Would Retake

122

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What Students Say

I took her ENG 102 class online and loved it

ENG102 - 4.0 rating

My favorite professor yet

ENG102 - 5.0 rating
Class Info

Online Classes

100%

Attendance Mandatory

67%

Textbook Required

23%

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Most common grades:
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A+ (17)
A- (7)
Grade Distribution
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Based on 77 reported grades
A: 34
A+: 17
A-: 7
Not sure yet: 5
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Gives good feedback (32)
Caring (28)
Get ready to read (25)
Participation matters (17)
Clear grading criteria (15)
Accessible outside class (12)
Respected (9)
Inspirational (9)
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ENGLI102

5.0

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4.0

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ENG275

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2.5

Reviews (122)
5.0
1.0
ENG231
Nov 19, 2010

She is super nice and down to earth. Basically there is an assigned reading(if you spark note you should be good)every week, then a journal, and a short quiz which you can use your journal on. There is also one analytical paper for the midterm and one research paper for the final.She is very helpful and understanding.HIGHLY recommended

5.0
1.0
ENG101
Apr 9, 2011

She is a really fantastic teacher! She is solidly devoted to letting the student succeed, and she will help as much as she can to student! The lessons are well covered and easy to understand.

4.0
3.0
ENG101
Apr 28, 2011

THIS TEACHER REALLY CHANGED MY VIEWS WHEN IT CAME TO ENGLISH. SHE IS VERY HELPFUL. ALWAYS THERE FOR HER STUDENTS AND WILL GO THE EXTRA MILE WITH THEM. ALWAYS EASY TO GET IN CONTACT WITH. ALWAYS PREPARED FOR CLASS. NOTES ARE EASY TO UNDERSTAND{THEY'RE ONLINE SO NO WRITING}. WEEKLY ASSIGNMENTS BUT WELL WORTH IT! I HIGHLY RECOMMEND HER TO ANYONE.

5.0
2.0
ENG101
May 1, 2011

This teacher is amazing! She makes everyone feel comfortable to ask questions. She is so helpful with her mark up of your papers because the comments are constructive. Instead of writting "this is what you got wrong," she'll write "this is how it can be better." I will look for further classes with her because she's FABULOUS!

5.0
2.0
ENG102
Nov 21, 2011

I took her 101 and 102 class. She's very helpful and down to earth. Best teacher hands down!

5.0
1.0
ENGLI102
Dec 9, 2011

A very helpful and awesome teacher. Very understanding. I reccommend this teacher for any English classes and fiction writing classes. The best teacher I have taken in this campus so far.

5.0
4.0
ENG102
Dec 16, 2011

Very helpful & passionate about her work. Strong, educated, and wants her students to succeed. Enjoyed this class A LOT. Very good reading material & valuable feedback on papers & assignments.I have kids & work full time but even w/ a busy life, it is possible to do well in this class if you do the work. I highly recommend this professor!

5.0
2.0
ENG102
Jan 6, 2012

Professor Bailey-Kirby is the kind of person that, as soon as I walked into her class, I knew she would be a memorable teacher. She cares about her students genuinely, &if you let her, she will help you through the class with full support. Her dry humor and chicago accent make class even more enjoyable. She offers extra credit and second chances<3

4.0
2.0
ENG232
Jan 25, 2012

She is a really sweet teacher. Class is really easy to pass as long as you actually read the stories assigned. Her quizzes are impossible to pass if you just read sparknotes haha. Only two essays due- the midterm and final. If you don't do well on the midterm, she gives you a second chance to redo it and get a better grade!

5.0
2.0
GGGGGG
Mar 5, 2012

She was the best teacher I have ever had. I'll say it once again: She was the best teacher I have EVER had. She's nice, genuine, and if you're honest with her, she will seriously understand anything that you're going through and help you out. If you can take her, DO IT! She's right to the point with her teaching material! And she's so nice!

5.0
2.0
HHHHHH
Mar 5, 2012

I took this class last semester in 2011. She is the BEST English teacher that you will fine in America. Period. So, if you want to learn, have interesting conversations and class sessions, and receive an A from the coolest teacher around, she's your woman. If you don't take her, don't be surprised when if you don't get an A, cause I told you.

5.0
2.0
ENG101
Apr 30, 2012

I took her class back in 2010. She is a great teacher and will help you in anyway she can. You have to do a couple of essays and present them. She is really nice and an easy class to pass as long as you do the essays, because they are most of your grade.

5.0
4.0
ENG101
Aug 6, 2012

Excellent professor who cares about the subject matter being taught. Go to class, engage in learning for the shear experience of it. If you are afraid of writing, just do it, and you will succeed. Do not strive for perfection.

5.0
3.0
ENG3001
Sep 4, 2012

Great teacher, very helpful. Ask her for a favor and she will come through. Be honest with her, tell her about yourself, she will do the same. Hope to take another class with her next semester!

5.0
2.0
ENG101
Dec 12, 2012

This was my first time taking summer school for college and I must say, she made it really enjoyable. She gives precise instructions and is VERY helpful.I love her feed backs, she actually gets really descriptive with your strengths and weaknesses in writing. I highly recommend her! Plus she's really passionate and enthusiastic about teaching. :)

4.0
3.0
ENG205
Dec 13, 2012

Prof. Bailey-Kirby is great! She is so understand and down to earth, and Creative Writing is a blast. Just don't constantly hound her about grades, or she'll double the class's work the week before finals. If you communicate with her, speak up in class, and try your best, you'll do well.

5.0
3.0
ENG231
Dec 18, 2012

She is a great professor! Journals are sometime hard because you have to read a lot. Exams are essays (mid-term and final), and you can use your notes and journals to write.

5.0
3.0
ENG231
Dec 20, 2012

Great Professor. She is always there to talk, if needed. Journals can be hard, but as long as you try, you will receive full credit. Reading is a must in this class.

5.0
2.0
ENG102
Feb 21, 2013

Highly recommend! Nice, kind lady who cares about you. She went out of her way to help me, so I won't take anyone else. She's the best! <3 <3

5.0
1.0
ENG102
May 8, 2013

GREATEST TEACHER EVER! Best part she's funny, approachable, and understanding and made class fun. I learned to write a research paper that scared me at first. But she made easy steps for us so I was as stressed about it. Will take Mrs. Kirby again!

5.0
2.0
ENG220
Jun 14, 2013

Professor Bailey-Kirby is an excellent teacher. She is thorough, and knowledgeable and his always available to help. Plus she has a great sense of humor and she makes you feel very comfortable in her class. I would highly recommend any student take her class.

5.0
2.0
ENG101
Jul 16, 2013

Even thought I am still taking her summer class now and don't know my final grade yet, I can already tell she is awesome. She is really prepared for the class and has tons of stuff to teach. Many basic exercises, group works, peer critiques in class make you feel you're really studying. Very helpful in and after class. Recommended for ESL students.

5.0
2.0
ENG101
Aug 21, 2013

loved her she is great took her for summer and the class was fast paced but it was good in the end. is very helpful and is very understanding. As long as you do all the work she gives then it is an easy A.

5.0
3.0
ENG223
Dec 17, 2013

One of the best professors I've had. You're able to use your imagination and put your creative juices into work! One short story and one poem for this class. In between them are exercises to help you with your writing. You'll discover that you can be a writer if you take this class. I highly recommend it.

5.0
2.0
ENG102ENG223
Grade: A
Feb 11, 2014

This teacher is incredible! I took her Eng. 102 and Eng. 223 at the same time and got A in both classes. She is awesome and if I have to take another English class I would take her!!! Highly recommend her....very knowledgeable, will answer all your questions and will give you immediate feedback!!!

5.0
2.0
ENG101
Apr 30, 2014

Professor Bailey-Kirby is nothing short of amazing. She's incredibly approachable & helpful. She understands that people have lives outside her class, but she isn't a pushover. Don't take her if you just want an easy A. She does make you read, write, & work. If you need help of any kind, she's more than willing to do that & I highly recommend her.

5.0
3.0
ENG102
May 1, 2014

This class is NOT an easy A, but it's definitely possible to get one. You have to go to class, and do the work, but it's worth it. You will learn a lot. Her guidelines are very clear. It can be a high workload but it's manageable. Three papers throughout the semester, and they build off each other. Do your work and ask questions and you'll be fine.

5.0
3.0
ENG102
May 20, 2014

Very challenging class with a ton of homework assignments. Teacher is very understanding and lenient when it comes to work and other distractions. If you want to really learn something in school i highly recommend her

5.0
1.0
ENG102
Grade: A
May 20, 2014

My favorite teacher at CSN, and I highly recommend her! She challenges you in a good way to think outside the box, and she's always there to help you. I learned a lot in eng 102 and plan to take her in the fall again.

4.0
4.0
ENG102
Grade: A-
May 22, 2014

I hate her but she made me a better writer. Through her, I discovered the writing center. I did well on all papers, except for the stupid quizzes, which I failed miserably. She gave me an A-, which I'm happy, but I still hate her.

5.0
1.0
ENG243
Jun 1, 2014

I loved her! This professor's knowledgeable & passionate about literature and writing, so I learned a lot from her. I took her for eng 102 & creative writing last year and eng 243 this spring before graduating in May. She's by far the best at CSN & I wish that she taught at UNLV.

5.0
4.0
ENG102
Aug 27, 2014

Yelena's class is not easy. There is a substantial amount of homework and in class quizzes, although if you put in the time and effort you will get a good grade. Just do yourself a favor, if you are concerned about something, ask her! She is more than helpful and she wants you to succeed.

5.0
1.0
ENG223
Oct 3, 2014

Taking publishing a lit mag class with this professor, and it's my favorite since she's hilarious and even inspired my creativity. I've enjoyed writing a short story so far and the assigned reading like Bullet in the Brain and The Things They Carried were great and new to me. I plan to take her again and would recommend her to anyone.

5.0
1.0
ENG102
Grade: A+
Oct 6, 2014

Professor Bailey Kirby will definitely help you improve your writing, comprehension, and analytical skills. Getting an A in this class is super easy, provided you read the syllabus, ask questions, participate, and be involved. This course is not something you can just sleep through. She works tirelessly to provide you with the skills to succeed.

3.0
5.0
ENG102
Oct 20, 2014

Great professor for someone who's a full-time student or has a lot of time on their hands. It is a very challenging class to take if you're a working student. If you plan on taking her class I recommend to limit your class take and allot as much time as you can for her class. Count on taking personal days off to finish her workload. Stressful!

4.0
5.0
ENG101
Grade: Drop/Withdrawal
Nov 12, 2014

Shes honestly a really tough teacher, grades on attendance, also if you miss 4 classes or more you are subject to an F in class. I don't understand why ANY English teacher would do this because one can still do all the work and miss a few classes. Her grading on papers is really tough, doesn't give any credit for effort. Don't get sick in here.

5.0
1.0
ENG205
Grade: A
Nov 23, 2014

Glad I took Yelena. She loves what she does and it shows. She gave tons of feedback to helping me get better on my story and helping everyone get published from the class. I was scared to write poems at first but not anymore after reading at her clubs open mics. It was motivating and everyone's like really nice to you.

2.0
5.0
ENG102
Grade: B-
Nov 29, 2014

I felt that professor Kirby liked to hear her self talk. Any time you asked a question it seemed like should would get annoyed. She gave a lot of homework and was not very helpful. I would not recommend her class to anyone.

5.0
1.0
ENG102
Dec 3, 2014

Professor Bailey-Kirby is the best prof. at CSN! She gives great feedback and allows you to redo all your papers to earn a better grade. She responds to emails right away and offers plenty of easy extra credit. She is a fair grader and her class is not only easy but fun! She is helpful, caring, and I would recommend for everyone to take her!

5.0
3.0
205
Grade: A
Dec 21, 2014

Professor Kirby was always "on" in class. She never phoned it in. She was excited about what she sharedtaught and clearly loves her job. I hope to take another of her classes soon.

5.0
4.0
ENGLISH102
Grade: A
Dec 22, 2014

This Professor is one of the best English professors I have ever had. You will learn a lot and became a better writer, reader and analytical thinker. She will help you with anything. I am taking her again next semester because she was that amazing. This class is a breeze if you do the assignments, ask for help and show up. TAKE HER,SHES AWESOME -T

5.0
2.0
ENG102
Grade: A
Apr 29, 2015

THIS IS THE TEACHER TO TAKE. I have taken English 102 two times previously, and each teacher was unclear and just had no room for mistakes. Mrs. Bailey-Kirby is seriously awesome. The main homework essay is a single essay expanded over three different essays. You just expand upon your original work, starting from three pages to nearly 12!

5.0
1.0
ENG102
May 14, 2015

My favorite professor yet!!

5.0
2.0
ENG102
May 14, 2015

I took English 102 with Professor Bailey-Kirby. My writing improved tremendously. I would recommend her for anyone taking English 101 or 102. Class attendance and participation is important to get the most out of her class.

5.0
1.0
ENG205
May 14, 2015

One amazing teacher. She comes prepared and expects you too also. But, when shes teaching, she's there 100% I have never saw any teacher care so much about their students. You'll work hard, but you will be happy too because this prof. works right with you. Incredible Woman.

4.0
2.0
ENG102
May 31, 2015

I took her ENG 102 class online and loved it. There are 3 papers and each one is based on the previous, so you really get a chance to improve your writing and ideas. There are peer grading assignments for each paper which I thought was really neat. Also before each paper she assigns "practice sequences" so you really understand. Would take again!

3.0
5.0
205
Grade: Drop/Withdrawal
Aug 27, 2015

I never rated a professor after dropping their class before. That being said I think people should know. If you're taking creative writing because you think that's what you will be doing, think again. She has a right way and wrong way to creatively write. It doesn't bother her to tell you that you are really not writing a poem or short story.

5.0
1.0
ENG102
Grade: Not sure yet
Dec 15, 2015

Professor Yelena Bailey-Kirby is a wonderful teacher and she truly cares. I learned so much in her online class and with her teaching style. Her course was organized and she gave excellent examples on assignments. I never had any problems getting in touch with her and she always made time to meet with me when I needed help. I recommend her 100%.

5.0
2.0
ENG205
Dec 31, 2015

She's an amazing teacher with a hilarious blunt personality. She's genuinely out to help her students grow as a writers. If you're overly sensitive, arrogant, and/or stuck in your ways as a writer, I wouldn't suggest taking this course. You must be open to new ways of doings thing. Critiques are done with care as well. This course is time consuming

5.0
2.0
ENG102
Grade: A
Jan 19, 2016

She's a great teacher who doesn't mind speaking her mind. She's very helpful. I definitely recommend her class.

5.0
1.0
ENG243
Grade: A+
Apr 22, 2016

She is awesome! I'm not a big reader and thought I was going to dread this class, but she made it very interesting and fun. I would definitely take any of her classes again. She's fair, helpful, personable. No books to buy, all the readings are online.

5.0
1.0
ENG243
Apr 29, 2016

She is a great teacher. She is clear and precise. She works with you when you need help and won't let you sink. She gives a couple of extra credit opportunities, but overall, you won't need them. 10/10 Would recommend to anyone.

4.0
2.0
ENG243
May 13, 2016

Excellent professor. She's everything a professor should be. Yelena doesn't treat you like another face in the crowd. She treats you like an individual. If you want an extensive course, this is the professor for you. However, my only gripe is that she issues a lot of busywork (understandably to keep the lazy students from cutting corners.)

5.0
1.0
ENG102
Grade: A+
May 21, 2016

she is 100% invested in her students, she will always make time to help you and even if you get a bad grade on an essay she will help you fix it. only three essays but they aren't long. very easy. she is the best teacher you can get in english.

5.0
3.0
ENG205
Grade: A-
Jun 3, 2016
Would take again

First off, Prof. Bailey-Kirby lets you write about ANYTHING you want in this class as long as you give her a heads up. This is nice as many writing teachers don't do this. She encourages participation in class, and gives you a better grade if you participate regularly. Only real downside is the intense homework load in the first half of the course.

5.0
2.0
ENG102
Grade: A
Jun 6, 2016
Would take again

The coolest english teacher i had so far. Offers extra credit. Just an easy class as long as you write a good essay and listen to her advice. She really likes her students. If i needed another english teacher i would take her.

5.0
3.0
ENG102
Grade: B+
Nov 30, 2016
Would take again

Prof. Bailey-Kirby is an excellent teacher. She really wants you to do a great job in class. She will give you some advice or suggestions if you are ever stuck with writing. Not only that, the class is fairly easy as long as you keep up with the assignments. There are three papers, that will eventually add up together and a presentation at the end.

Gives good feedback
Respected
Clear grading criteria
5.0
3.0
ENG243
Grade: A-
Dec 8, 2016
Would take again

She's picked great stories and has them available for free. You don't have to buy anything. She goes over every story in class in detail, but you must participate. There are 2 stories a week and even for a slow reader, it's totally doable. I recommend downloading audio books for some of the longer stories if you have a hard time. She's funny too :)

Get ready to read
Inspirational
Clear grading criteria
5.0
1.0
ENG102
Grade: Not sure yet
Dec 12, 2016
Would take again

Awesome Professor! Very helpful and is always there for anyone who needs help! She has been one of the most helpful professor I've had! I learned a lot in her class. She cares a lot about her students! Definitely recommend her to anyone!

Gives good feedback
Caring
5.0
2.0
ENG243
Grade: A+
Dec 16, 2016
Would take again

Professor Bailey-Kirby is AMAZING! She's very understanding if you communicate with her. She hands out these "Get To Know You" packets at the beginning semester and she remembers everything you put down! The material is provided for you because she understands the cost textbooks. Take her if you can!

Get ready to read
Participation matters
Skip class? You won't pass.
5.0
2.0
ENG102
Grade: A
Dec 20, 2016
Would take again

Absolutely an amazing professor. She is one of the most helpful professors I have ever had and is very patient. Take her for ENG102!!!

4.0
2.0
ENG205
Grade: A
Dec 30, 2016
Would take again

Professor Bailey-Kirby really was an awesome professor. I took her class for Creative Writing, and truly learned so much. You will have to participate, but it only benefits you to do so. You will also need to be ready to read your peer's work, for much of the weekly assignments are peer feedback sessions. Would highly recommend her.

Get ready to read
Participation matters
Caring
3.0
4.0
ENG102
Grade: B
Jan 13, 2017
Wouldn't take again

In the beginning of the course I thought it was was going to be okay but after the first month, it began getting intense. You'll be required to write a Research Paper, Analysis Paper & a Synthesis Paper. Clear grading criteria but tough grader. Needs the paper done in a certain format &way. Then you are required to write and recieve a peer review

Get ready to read
LOTS OF HOMEWORK
SO MANY PAPERS
4.0
2.0
ENG101
Grade: B
Mar 15, 2017
Would take again

This teacher is so sweet and kind and she really helped me with my writing and she told me that I would be a great author and I will never ever forget that.

5.0
1.0
ENG243
Apr 21, 2017
Would take again

She's the best! This is my 2nd semester taking her and both were English based classes. I always appreciate how real, and straight forward she is and she's very understanding and easy to work with! Attendance is important but you're given up to 5 excused absences. Class participation is also important!!

Gives good feedback
Respected
Participation matters
5.0
3.0
ENG102
Grade: Not sure yet
May 10, 2017
Would take again

Honestly, this is the most organized class I have ever had! she gives feedback right away when you try to email her. I took this class online for Eng 102 and I would say this class was easy. She is really nice and kind, and also really understands her students and tries the best of her ability to help and get a clear concept of an assignment.

Gives good feedback
Participation matters
LOTS OF HOMEWORK
5.0
1.0
ENG102
Grade: A
May 11, 2017
Would take again

RECOMMEND HER! Easy class! If you need help,ask her for help! She loves helping students and really cares about them! Shes very kind and sweet. I learned so much in her class, that I feel more prepared for my future.

Gives good feedback
Inspirational
Caring
5.0
2.0
ENG102
Grade: A
Nov 7, 2017
Would take again

At first, I didn't think she was the best. Now, though, I really like her. As long as you do a general skim of the chapter you will pass the quiz and you get 2 tries. She gives papers but they are all on the same topic and basically, the same paper just add a bit more each paper. Super simple. Easy grader thus far, just do the work. 10/10 :)

Gives good feedback
Clear grading criteria
Caring
5.0
3.0
ENG205
Nov 27, 2017
Would take again

Professor Bailey-Kirby is the best professor I've had at CSN. She expertly mentors your writing until it reaches the next level. She is always willing to meet outside of class and goes above and beyond to help students in whatever aspect of writing they need. She is the advisor to the Creative Writing Club and is super inspirational to writers!

Inspirational
ACCESSIBLE OUTSIDE CLASS
Amazing lectures
5.0
2.0
ENG243
Grade: A+
Nov 29, 2017
Would take again

She's one of the few teachers who actually cares about her students. Her class is really not that hard; read the (VERY) short stories, answer the questions, and participate in class and you literally cannot fail her class. If you get a B or, God forbid a C, you're doing something wrong. She is a great person and I've never learned more from anyone.

Gives good feedback
Get ready to read
Amazing lectures
4.0
4.0
ENG102
Grade: Not sure yet
Dec 5, 2017
Would take again

She will make you work for your grade. A lot of the assisngments were repetative but it helps make the essays easy to write. No midterm or final, 4 quizes, 4 essays, 9 hw assignments and a final presentation for the final. She is willing to help those that are willing to put in the work. She made writing a 10 page paper a breeze. Gives extra credit

LOTS OF HOMEWORK
ACCESSIBLE OUTSIDE CLASS
Tests? Not many
5.0
2.0
ENG243
Grade: A+
Dec 6, 2017
Would take again

This has been one of my favorite professors throughout my entire life of education. She is extremely helping, caring, and above all understanding. She assigns two very good (super short) stories to read each week. And you have exactly a week to read them and just answer a couple questions on. and a quiz. Participate and show up get an A.

Get ready to read
Participation matters
Would take again
5.0
4.0
ENG102
Grade: Not sure yet
Dec 7, 2017
Would take again

Professor Bailey-Kirby is awesome! I admire and respect her because she cares a lot for her students and wants you to work hard and earn a good grade. If you follow all her instructions and do all the homework assignments, you will pass with an A. However, you will work hard for it, I highly recommend her!

Gives good feedback
Respected
LOTS OF HOMEWORK
5.0
3.0
ENG223
Grade: A
Jan 15, 2018
Would take again

Honestly my favorite professor. She's very supportive, helpful, and compassionate. She always picks very interesting material to read, and discussions are always informative and compelling. She's very easy to talk to, and always encourages her students to do the best they can. Her feedback is always very constructive and helpful.

Gives good feedback
Respected
Would take again
5.0
3.0
ENG275
Grade: A+
May 10, 2018
Would take again

Professor Bailey-Kirby is the sweetest professor I've ever had. She can tell whether you really care about the work you do or not; show an interest in the class &amp; assignments and you'll pass no problem. No textbook. Each weekly short story had a quiz, short analysis paper, and discussion post. Midterm &amp; final based on work you've already done.

Caring
5.0
2.0
ENG102
Grade: A+
Feb 19, 2019
Would take again

She is such an amazing women who really cares about every student. She wants you to succeed and will support you to reach your goals. She is really an inspiration. This class will make you an excellent writer. She is the most kind hearted teacher I have ever had. Ive never had a teacher genuinely care as much as she does.

Inspirational
Hilarious
Caring
5.0
4.0
ENG243
Grade: A
Feb 28, 2019
Would take again

Professor Bailey-Kirby is one of the best instructors in the English department. The grade you receive in this class is dependent on how much effort you put forth. Show up to class on time, read the material, and do the work. That's all she asks of her students. She even offers extra credit. She cares about her students, and wants them to pass.

Gives good feedback
Get ready to read
Participation matters
5.0
3.0
ENG102
Grade: B+
Apr 25, 2019
Would take again

This professors is extremely professional and will guide you through the work if you needed. She is very kind and will display a kind of comedy into her lectures. Here you will learn something, how to implement MLA, working together with peers on assignments. She also uses Canvas for practice activities and quizzes all based from the textbook.

Gives good feedback
Skip class? You won't pass.
Amazing lectures
5.0
2.0
ENG243
Grade: A
May 14, 2019
Would take again

Easy A, as long as you do the assignments. Read the stories, read her powerpoint (answers to the quiz are here), and do the discussions. Also, she doesn't have you buy any books. Would recommend her to anyone, but sign up early bc her class fills up.

5.0
2.0
ENG102
Grade: A
Nov 19, 2019
Would take again

SHE IS AMAZING. She's very accessible outside of class, gives extremely helpful feedback, makes writing a 10 page paper a walk in the park, and truly cares about her students. The only downside is that the homework assignments can get pretty lengthy and time-consuming, but I'd hands down do it all over again to have her as a professor.

Gives good feedback
Accessible outside class
Caring
5.0
1.0
ENG243
Grade: A
Nov 27, 2019
Would take again

Easy class that if you do the work, you should be able to get an A. Two weekly readings with repsonses to discussion questions. A quiz on the readings. Midterm is two 500 word essays on the stories read. Final essays are on stories read during second half of semester. Final project was to create a Powerpoint on favorite story and author.

Participation matters
Graded by few things
Clear grading criteria
5.0
1.0
ENG102
Grade: A-
Dec 31, 2019
Would take again

strongly recommended.

Participation matters
Skip class? You won't pass.
5.0
3.0
ENG102
Grade: B-
May 5, 2020
Would take again

This class makes you challenge yourself. However, professor Bailey-Kirby helps you and guides you through it all. Most caring professor I have ever had and she is very understandable and helps you so you will not fail her class. 100% recommend

Respected
Accessible outside class
So many papers
5.0
4.0
ENG243
Nov 26, 2020
Would take again

Class consisted of two readings every week followed by weekly discussion posts and a short quiz. Midterm and final paper had to be a minimum of 500 words. Final presentation was a PowerPoint about favorite reading. Great professor who is there for you and will answer questions. She cares about participation and just wants you to learn. Recommend!

Clear grading criteria
Gives good feedback
Accessible outside class
5.0
3.0
ENG231
Dec 10, 2020
Would take again

Initially, I was appalled with the amount of work and reading given. Throughout the semester, I realized it was for our own good. There are new readings every week with quizzes and a discussion post. There are a few essays, which are all on the same topics. Super clear with grading. Genuinely an amazing teacher, so understanding. 10000000000000+/10

Gives good feedback
Get ready to read
Clear grading criteria
5.0
3.0
ENG231
Grade: A
Dec 11, 2020
Would take again

Her online class was pretty easy and straight forward. Each week we would read a piece of literature and take a short quiz on it, then write answers for the certain discussion question she assigns us. There is a mid-term paper, research paper, Final presentation, Final essay exam. No timed exam. Easy A as long as you do your work.

Gives good feedback
Lots of homework
Get ready to read
5.0
3.0
ENG102
Grade: A
Dec 28, 2020
Would take again

Prof Bailey-Kirby teaches every step of the writing process, gives you tons of help and resources, and is one of the nicest professors I have ever had. This is not an &quot;easy&quot; class, however. You will have to spend a considerable amount of time working towards the two essays and many discussions you will write BUT YOU WILL COME OUT AN AMAZING WRITER!

Gives good feedback
Clear grading criteria
Caring
5.0
3.0
ENG275
Dec 15, 2021
Would take again

She is a very nice professor. A discussion and quiz due every week. You read a handful of short stories and two books. Only 2 essays, and a final presentation. She is very understanding, and her grading is straightforward and clear. Just pay attention to when things are due and you'll be fine.

Respected
Clear grading criteria
Caring
5.0
1.0
ENG223
Grade: A+
Dec 17, 2021
Would take again

Wished i met her in person, she was very sweet and always provided great feedback.

Caring
5.0
1.0
ENG231
Grade: B-
Dec 24, 2021
Would take again

I had a hard time towards the end of the semester and was about to fail the class with a 50%. Thankfully, she gave me another chance and my grade was raised to an 80%. She's one of the nicest professors I've had. You can tell that she truly cares for her students :,)

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Participation matters
Caring
3.0
2.0
ENG102
Grade: B+
Mar 21, 2022

this class was very easy and there aren't many assignments Throughout the whole semester, we worked on 1 research paper and a few small assignments here and there the reason I wouldn't take her class again is because she treats the students like children If you take this class you will most likely pass but you will be treated like a middle schooler

Clear grading criteria
Gives good feedback
5.0
2.0
ENG102
Grade: A
Apr 5, 2022
Would take again

Hands down, the best English professor !! Like any class, do the work & you'll do great ... She cares a lot about her student's mental health and cares about her students succeeding. I have increased my writing knowledge from taking her class. Her book is online which is free but I bought the physical copy ... Take her class, you won't regret it!

Inspirational
Caring
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5.0
1.0
ENG231
Grade: B-
Apr 30, 2022
Would take again

She is a very kind teacher. She was one of the most caring teachers I've ever had. I will always remember her giving me and my classmates a second chance to turn in our last essay late. It made me feel like she really cares for her students.

Inspirational
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5.0
3.0
ENG231
Grade: A+
May 2, 2022
Would take again

She is such an amazing professor that I came back just to write this. I took her ENG 231 class for my Fall 2020 online semester. Her feedback for all my work was always clear, she was caring, and organized. For my final she acknowledged not just my work, but me as a student, and I have always kept an eye out for her for any English class I take.

Clear grading criteria
Gives good feedback
Caring
4.0
5.0
ENG231
May 16, 2022
Would take again

Discussions every week lots of reading. Weekly quizzes 3 essays not a bad class just have to study and read a lot. I received a B+ and did about 3-4 hours a week towards the class

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5.0
1.0
ENG102
Grade: A+
Nov 9, 2022
Would take again

Professor Yelena is a professor that really cares about your success in the classroom. In the beginning weeks of the semester, she goes over grammar rules and MLA to make sure everyone is on the same page. She guides you with the essay and presentation project. Also, she has office hours that are easily accessible and you can easily contact her.

Gives good feedback
Caring
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5.0
2.0
ENG102
Grade: A-
Dec 10, 2022
Would take again

Very kind and understanding! The assignments we did were always able to be done in class and turned in right away. She sets reminders for everyone almost every assignment. Always has great feedback online and in person. She is also very fast about responding outside of class.Would definitely recommend!

Participation matters
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5.0
3.0
ENG231
Grade: A
Dec 27, 2022
Would take again

Prof. Bailey-Kirby was wonderful. She has designed her course so that all the required texts / audio books are available online (for free!) and she also gives great feedback for discussion posts and essays. I typically dread English classes, but this professor made it easy and enjoyable. Take her if you can!!!

Get ready to read
Gives good feedback
Caring
5.0
2.0
ENG243
Grade: A
Dec 27, 2022
Would take again

She is fantastic! Graded quickly, had amazing feedback, and interesting readings with simple quizzes. Midterm paper and final paper, but she is a really great grader. A creative and fun final project. & she gives the most helpful powerpoint notes. One of my favorite professors I have taken at csn.

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5.0
3.0
ENG231
Grade: A+
Jan 17, 2023
Would take again

She's AMAZING! She cares about how students are doing and willing to work with you if you give her a heads up, and her assignments are very straightforward. As long as you get the gist of each reading, the assignments are a breeze. Make sure you are ready to read different novels, as we covered a lot of them in class.

Get ready to read
Gives good feedback
Caring
5.0
2.0
ENG102
Grade: A
Apr 27, 2023
Would take again

She gives awesome feedback on papers. Each assignment is in about a week before class. She is sweet and cares about her students and is super open to giving back feedback and helping you in any way. We used her free textbook. We worked on one paper all semester which was our final. Overall the workload is easy and she is a good professor.

Participation matters
Gives good feedback
Caring
4.0
2.0
ENG102
Grade: A
May 1, 2023
Would take again

Professor Bailey was very considerate and helpful! She reviews a lot of basics. She gave a reasonable amount of assignments and we only wrote one paper this semester. I would recommend her!

5.0
2.0
ENG102
Grade: A
May 2, 2023
Would take again

Dr. Bailey-Kirby gave lots of guidance on my analysis essay, research paper, and reflection essay..She's kind and helps you no matter what. Her textbook is free to everybody, and she answers emails fast. She's passionate about teaching and brings lots of energy that makes class fun. I plan to take her other courses and recommend her to everybody.

Gives good feedback
Inspirational
Caring
5.0
2.0
ENG102
Grade: B+
May 3, 2023
Would take again

Professor Kirby's English 102 class is highly recommended for students looking to improve their writing skills and pass the course. Her teaching style is engaging, and she provides thorough and helpful feedback. The workload is well-balanced, and students won't feel overwhelmed with homework. Overall, a 10/10 recommendation.

Gives good feedback
Inspirational
Caring
5.0
2.0
ENG102
Grade: A
May 9, 2023
Would take again

Professor Bailey-Kirby was one of the best professors I've had the privilege of taking at CSN. I initially couldn't get into her class due to the limit but waited and attended lectures until a request to join went through, and it was completely worth it. Concise and informative lectures, clear grading criteria, and genuinely cares for you.

Participation matters
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5.0
2.0
ENG243
Grade: A
Dec 11, 2023
Would take again

We had 2 short stories to read per week and a discussion/quiz for them. She gives really helpful feedback on the 2 essays and 1 project, and she's quick to respond to emails. She provides notes for each story too, and it's all very structured and well put together. I'd definitely recommend her class 100%

Get ready to read
Caring
5.0
2.0
ENG231
Grade: A+
Dec 16, 2023
Would take again

Dr. Bailey is a literal saint and is very understanding of rough situations. I received several extensions with full credit while struggling. Each book has 1 quiz + 1 discussion post. There are 2 essays, 1 presentation. The majority of written work will receive a B at the lowest for completion. A rare professor with manageable work and a heart.

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Clear grading criteria
Caring
5.0
4.0
ENG231
Grade: A+
Dec 29, 2023
Would take again

This class was great with this professor. She gave clear directions for all assignments and was empathetic to student's situations. She gave the class multiple extensions on big assignments. We read classics like Don Quixote and The Odyssey which she provides free links for the text and audiobooks. Lots of reading though, so don't procrastinate.

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5.0
2.0
ENG102
Grade: A
Jan 3, 2024
Would take again

My favorite professor ever, she encouraged and helped me win the Meaningful Writing Experience Scholarship with her words of wisdom. The course is not hard as long as you keep up with the pace of the coursework and she is VERY understanding as long as you properly communicate. Self-presentation was nerve-wracking but other than that, very fun class

Hilarious
Caring
Respected
5.0
1.0
ENG231
Grade: A
May 9, 2024
Would take again

There is a midterm essay, research paper, final presentation, and final exam essay. She gives helpful feedback on essays. Her class moves fast throughout the semester, we finished 2 weeks early. But it wasn't stressful at all. Because of this, Prof. Kirby was able to push the due date for some of these essays which was a lifesaver!

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Clear grading criteria
Gives good feedback
5.0
2.0
ENG275
Grade: A+
May 15, 2024
Would take again

What a delight! I took her Contemporary Literature class and it was great! At first, she assigns 1-3 short stories to read with a quiz and discussion board each week, and it's the same after the midterm, but instead, you read 2 novels (which, I'll say, are a lot to read). She also gives amazing feedback and cares a lot about her students.

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5.0
2.0
ENG231
Grade: B
Nov 12, 2024
Would take again

This Professor is awesome! all of the assignments were not "easy" but easily given to understand what was necessary to complete the assignments. Essays were clear cut and given a good outline on how to complete them in a successful manner, very kind grader with excellent feedback that wasn't harsh at all but purely criticism to improve my writing.

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5.0
2.0
ENG102
Grade: A-
Jan 5, 2025
Would take again

Professor Kirby's English 102 class is a great choice. She provides clear guidance and helpful feedback. The workload is manageable, and she genuinely cares about student success. unstuck AI is a useful tool to supplement the free textbook.

5.0
2.0
ENG223
Grade: A-
Apr 8, 2025
Would take again

Class comes with a lot of reading but it is very manageable and you are given more than enough time to complete the assignments!

Gives good feedback
Caring
Graded by few things
5.0
1.0
ENG231
Grade: A
May 2, 2025
Would take again

I took this class as a necessary credit, but I am so glad I did! I've never been a reader but

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Caring
Accessible outside class
5.0
2.0
ENG231
Grade: A+
May 11, 2025
Would take again

This was my second time taking this prof and I loved her class both times. Totally recommend taking her, the structure of her courses was the same. Discussion post and quiz each week with a midterm & final paper, final project. Best online prof hands down :)

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5.0
1.0
ENG102
Grade: A
May 16, 2025
Would take again

Professor Yelena Bailey Kirby&#160;is one of the best professors. There is a lot of reading since she explains everything in detail, but she is extremely caring and wants her students to succeed. She is understanding and cooperative. If you can't make it to class, tell her the reason. She is willing to help, join calls, and give extra credit!

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5.0
2.0
ENG231
Grade: A
Nov 24, 2025
Would take again

Since my class is coming to an end, I want to leave a review before I forget! Professor Bailey-Kirby is absolutely kind and caring toward her students! I was surprised because her syllabus seemed on the stricter side, but she listens to her students and gives amazing feedback. Offers assignment extensions also!! Definitely recommend!

Clear grading criteria
Gives good feedback
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5.0
3.0
ENG102
Grade: B
Nov 27, 2025
Would take again

In no way does this class need improvement. The instructor was helpful and understanding in every way. Having failed previous ENG courses it has been wonderful this semester in her class. Responds to emails FAST and goes above and beyond when responding to any confusion.

EXTRA CREDIT
Amazing lectures
Caring
5.0
3.0
ENG102
Grade: A
Dec 8, 2025
Would take again

Prof. Yelena's ENG 102 class was a great experience, she's the best. She teaches the material clearly and truly wants her students to understand and succeed. She's funny, very approachable, responds to emails quickly, gives helpful feedback, and will help you if you're stuck. She also stays after class to provide extra help and is a fair grader.

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5.0
2.0
ENG102
Grade: A
Dec 13, 2025
Would take again

Professor Yelena's class was super duper easy. She really cares and wants to see her students succeed. As long as you do the work, everyone can get an A in this class.

Caring
Respected
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5.0
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ENG231
Grade: A+
Dec 27, 2025
Would take again

Professor Bailey-Kirby was very helpful and responsive when needed. She was also so kind to extend due dates of multiple assignments. So much reading so do not fall behind! All of the homework had examples for her students so it was easy to know what was expected.

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