[{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:57:42.703549+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM3NjEwMTQw","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1101213","instructor_name":"Adam Pergament","course_label":"ESL118","course_id":"ESL 118","course_uid":"course_44c96673fa1edf356243e374","review_date":"2023-04-11 19:55:38 +0000 UTC","comment":"I went to lectures every time but only received 6.5/10 for participation grade.\n\nVery tough grader. Very strict to take his classes.\n\nI'd recommend to drop if you happened to select his class. If there's no other options, try next semester if you do not need to graduate so earliy. Even for ESL 116 or 117. Lots of works to pass","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1101213","quality_rating":1.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:57:42.703549+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTMzNjM3NTMz","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1101213","instructor_name":"Adam Pergament","course_label":"ESL118","course_id":"ESL 118","course_uid":"course_44c96673fa1edf356243e374","review_date":"2020-09-09 23:50:18 +0000 UTC","comment":"tldr: he was convinced my first essay was "too good for you" and so I should "just tell him who wrote it on my behalf". May or may not have had anything to do with me being a shy foreign kid.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1101213","quality_rating":1.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:57:42.703549+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTMzMDYzNzcy","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1101213","instructor_name":"Adam Pergament","course_label":"ESL118","course_id":"ESL 118","course_uid":"course_44c96673fa1edf356243e374","review_date":"2020-04-15 08:34:28 +0000 UTC","comment":"By far the best ESL teacher I've ever been with. His classes are genuinely fun. Adam can make you understand the material and solidify it through discussion, unlike other professors where they just read off of a textbook or PP slides. Would definitely take his classes again. No question about that.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1101213","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":5.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:57:42.703549+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTMwNTI3ODkx","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1101213","instructor_name":"Adam Pergament","course_label":"ESL118","course_id":"ESL 118","course_uid":"course_44c96673fa1edf356243e374","review_date":"2018-09-27 18:41:24 +0000 UTC","comment":"He really helped me get through 118. It is a hard class because of the UW requirements and Adam worked hard to make everything smooth. His office was always available and the conferences were great! On the final paper we worked together to pick a good topic and that helped me a lot.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1101213","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:57:42.703549+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI4MDQzMDM3","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1101213","instructor_name":"Adam Pergament","course_label":"ESL118","course_id":"ESL 118","course_uid":"course_44c96673fa1edf356243e374","review_date":"2017-04-13 01:26:33 +0000 UTC","comment":"I took ESL 118 several years ago, and  guess what? I just had a nightmare about him. He is the nightmare, and he will DESTROY your GPA. NO EXCEPTION! If you don't want to have a horrible dream about him in the future, and wake up at the midnight feeling depressed. I honestly suggest all the students avoid him, please!","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1101213","quality_rating":1.0,"difficulty_rating":1.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:57:42.703549+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI1OTE3NDM4","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1101213","instructor_name":"Adam Pergament","course_label":"ESL118","course_id":"ESL 118","course_uid":"course_44c96673fa1edf356243e374","review_date":"2016-01-11 12:02:09 +0000 UTC","comment":"Do not take this class. He will destroy your GPA along with your morale. The toughest grader I have ever had hands down. His grading criteria is absolutely arbitrary and his teaching methods are archaic.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1101213","quality_rating":1.0,"difficulty_rating":5.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:57:42.703549+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI1ODgxMjgz","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1101213","instructor_name":"Adam Pergament","course_label":"ESL118","course_id":"ESL 118","course_uid":"course_44c96673fa1edf356243e374","review_date":"2016-01-05 16:53:20 +0000 UTC","comment":"It is probably ok if you take esl 116 with him. However, if you take esl 118, never choose him. He just a ridiculous tough grader and never follows his promise and will completely destroy your GPA. Worse  teacher in the ESL department","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1101213","quality_rating":1.0,"difficulty_rating":5.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:57:42.703549+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI1MTMwNTY0","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1101213","instructor_name":"Adam Pergament","course_label":"ESL118","course_id":"ESL 118","course_uid":"course_44c96673fa1edf356243e374","review_date":"2015-08-18 13:35:50 +0000 UTC","comment":"Avoid him, or you will regret for the rest of your life.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1101213","quality_rating":1.0,"difficulty_rating":5.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:57:42.703549+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI1MTE4ODcz","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1101213","instructor_name":"Adam Pergament","course_label":"ESL118","course_id":"ESL 118","course_uid":"course_44c96673fa1edf356243e374","review_date":"2015-08-13 18:12:02 +0000 UTC","comment":"Worst English teacher ever and ridiculously picky. You have to do it exactly want he say and follow every main point on the grading sheet to get a AB (I don't believe he gives A). He is bad because he don't care about students effort. He just so arrogant to approve student's new ways instead of his own. Don't take his class","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1101213","quality_rating":1.0,"difficulty_rating":5.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:57:42.703549+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI0OTY4NjA3","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1101213","instructor_name":"Adam Pergament","course_label":"ESL118","course_id":"ESL 118","course_uid":"course_44c96673fa1edf356243e374","review_date":"2015-06-16 01:32:25 +0000 UTC","comment":"Listen to me, avoid him please, it is not joke.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1101213","quality_rating":1.0,"difficulty_rating":5.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:57:42.703549+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI0OTY1MTI5","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1101213","instructor_name":"Adam Pergament","course_label":"ESL118","course_id":"ESL 118","course_uid":"course_44c96673fa1edf356243e374","review_date":"2015-06-14 22:47:33 +0000 UTC","comment":"Worst English teacher ever, avoid him.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1101213","quality_rating":1.0,"difficulty_rating":5.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:57:42.703549+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI0OTQ2MjI3","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1101213","instructor_name":"Adam Pergament","course_label":"ESL118","course_id":"ESL 118","course_uid":"course_44c96673fa1edf356243e374","review_date":"2015-06-08 05:08:31 +0000 UTC","comment":"He is the worst teacher I have ever had. He only focus on small things and will grade you as low as possible ","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1101213","quality_rating":1.0,"difficulty_rating":5.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:57:42.703549+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI0OTAxNzA3","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1101213","instructor_name":"Adam Pergament","course_label":"ESL118","course_id":"ESL 118","course_uid":"course_44c96673fa1edf356243e374","review_date":"2015-05-26 09:14:29 +0000 UTC","comment":"Worst English teacher ever!! Don't take him. Teach nothing but set ridiculous high standard for students. Impossible to get an A ","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1101213","quality_rating":1.0,"difficulty_rating":5.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:57:42.703549+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI0ODk3NzA5","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1101213","instructor_name":"Adam Pergament","course_label":"ESL118","course_id":"ESL 118","course_uid":"course_44c96673fa1edf356243e374","review_date":"2015-05-25 05:26:16 +0000 UTC","comment":"Worst Esl teacher ever. Don't take him. He will screw your grade as hard as possible. I worked so hard for my paper, spending an entire week on my draft, and he just ridiculously picky and gave grade as low as possible. ","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1101213","quality_rating":1.0,"difficulty_rating":5.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:57:42.703549+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI0ODUyMDE0","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1101213","instructor_name":"Adam Pergament","course_label":"ESL118","course_id":"ESL 118","course_uid":"course_44c96673fa1edf356243e374","review_date":"2015-05-17 18:36:23 +0000 UTC","comment":"Avoid, no matter what. Very bad teacher.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1101213","quality_rating":1.0,"difficulty_rating":5.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:57:42.703549+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI0ODM4NDU3","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1101213","instructor_name":"Adam Pergament","course_label":"ESL118","course_id":"ESL 118","course_uid":"course_44c96673fa1edf356243e374","review_date":"2015-05-15 10:22:03 +0000 UTC","comment":"Don't take him if you are a senior or for summer course, he is really a tough grader and ridiculously picky. impossible to get an A","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1101213","quality_rating":1.0,"difficulty_rating":5.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:57:42.703549+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI0ODIxNzUz","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1101213","instructor_name":"Adam Pergament","course_label":"ESL118","course_id":"ESL 118","course_uid":"course_44c96673fa1edf356243e374","review_date":"2015-05-13 17:16:29 +0000 UTC","comment":"Worst ESL teacher ever. Don't give a damn to student. Basically learn nothing from his class. Ridiculously picky and stingy for giving grades. Don't take him.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1101213","quality_rating":1.0,"difficulty_rating":5.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:57:42.703549+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI0Nzc5MjQ1","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1101213","instructor_name":"Adam Pergament","course_label":"ESL118","course_id":"ESL 118","course_uid":"course_44c96673fa1edf356243e374","review_date":"2015-05-08 16:34:37 +0000 UTC","comment":"I don't really want to offense someone, but he is a really bad teacher even if you work extremely hard, he just won't give you a good grade sorry but, don't take him, never, ever. unless you think your gpa is too high ","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1101213","quality_rating":1.0,"difficulty_rating":5.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:57:42.703549+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI0NDU3NzUy","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1101213","instructor_name":"Adam Pergament","course_label":"ESL118","course_id":"ESL 118","course_uid":"course_44c96673fa1edf356243e374","review_date":"2015-03-13 00:06:17 +0000 UTC","comment":"DO NOT TAKE. He'll be all nice to you, but screw you up in the grading. Won't give what he promises. I worked really hard for this course, spend an entire day on my paper, and I think it was really good. But he's just so picky. And stingy. Dont expect an A.. again.. DO NOT TAKE. Even if theres no one left..","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1101213","quality_rating":1.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:57:42.703549+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTIzMjU2MTI3","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1101213","instructor_name":"Adam Pergament","course_label":"ESL118","course_id":"ESL 118","course_uid":"course_44c96673fa1edf356243e374","review_date":"2014-05-15 14:11:06 +0000 UTC","comment":"This is the worst English teacher ever. He doesn't give a damn to students. It is almost impossible to get an A from him. DO NOT TAKE HIS CLASS,","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1101213","quality_rating":1.0,"difficulty_rating":5.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:57:42.703549+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTIyNTk5NjQ0","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1101213","instructor_name":"Adam Pergament","course_label":"ESL118","course_id":"ESL 118","course_uid":"course_44c96673fa1edf356243e374","review_date":"2013-12-18 11:05:52 +0000 UTC","comment":"Never choose him. He does not care about your effort. He is super picky. Worst ESL teacher ever.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1101213","quality_rating":1.0,"difficulty_rating":5.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:57:42.703549+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTIyNTk5NjA0","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1101213","instructor_name":"Adam Pergament","course_label":"ESL118","course_id":"ESL 118","course_uid":"course_44c96673fa1edf356243e374","review_date":"2013-12-18 11:00:53 +0000 UTC","comment":"Never choose him. He is so picky. Even if you tried so hard for the whole semester, he does not care. He will give you the score as low as possible.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1101213","quality_rating":1.0,"difficulty_rating":5.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:57:42.703549+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTIwNDExMTA4","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1101213","instructor_name":"Adam Pergament","course_label":"ESL118","course_id":"ESL 118","course_uid":"course_44c96673fa1edf356243e374","review_date":"2012-06-14 10:24:48 +0000 UTC","comment":"don't ever take his classes!!!! The worst class I've ever had!!! Super picky! Impossible to get an A no matter how hard you try!","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1101213","quality_rating":1.0,"difficulty_rating":5.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:57:42.703549+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTE5ODI4Njgy","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1101213","instructor_name":"Adam Pergament","course_label":"ESL118","course_id":"ESL 118","course_uid":"course_44c96673fa1edf356243e374","review_date":"2012-02-15 14:10:47 +0000 UTC","comment":"I think he's a nice guy and a good teacher. He was not that tough as in others' posts here. He gave some very high scores for my class, and I believe 4 people got A. ","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1101213","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:57:42.703549+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTE4MTY4NTUz","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1101213","instructor_name":"Adam Pergament","course_label":"ESL118","course_id":"ESL 118","course_uid":"course_44c96673fa1edf356243e374","review_date":"2011-01-21 19:53:04 +0000 UTC","comment":"He's really tough to deal with. He is more concerned about his career and fame than his students' welfare. He talks like as if he is helpful. Even if you complete what he told you to do, he might not grant you what he promised. Don't ever take his class if you want a fair grade.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1101213","quality_rating":2.0,"difficulty_rating":5.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:57:42.703549+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTE2MzY3Mjgy","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1101213","instructor_name":"Adam Pergament","course_label":"ESL118","course_id":"ESL 118","course_uid":"course_44c96673fa1edf356243e374","review_date":"2009-11-14 00:26:35 +0000 UTC","comment":"He is a nice person, but not a nice teacher! It is too hard to get A from him!!! Don't choose him if you wanna take 118. Really don't choose Adam, or you will feel your 118 sucks.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1101213","quality_rating":3.0,"difficulty_rating":5.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:56:22.775441+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI4MjY5MzY4","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1974046","instructor_name":"Alyssa Franze","course_label":"ESL118","course_id":"ESL 118","course_uid":"course_44c96673fa1edf356243e374","review_date":"2017-05-10 02:41:27 +0000 UTC","comment":"Don't take her class if you want a good grade. Extremely hard grader , picky at even the smallest of things. Expects your essays to be flawless.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1974046","quality_rating":1.0,"difficulty_rating":5.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:56:22.775441+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI1OTY0NDE1","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1974046","instructor_name":"Alyssa Franze","course_label":"ESL118","course_id":"ESL 118","course_uid":"course_44c96673fa1edf356243e374","review_date":"2016-01-19 17:17:41 +0000 UTC","comment":"I think she is trying to fail students due to their work. She gives really low score if she regards you as the one to fail. She is not a good teacher, learn nothing from  her. grading rule is confusing as hell","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1974046","quality_rating":1.0,"difficulty_rating":5.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:56:22.775441+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI1MTAwNzcx","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1974046","instructor_name":"Alyssa Franze","course_label":"ESL118","course_id":"ESL 118","course_uid":"course_44c96673fa1edf356243e374","review_date":"2015-08-07 11:05:46 +0000 UTC","comment":"DO NOT TAKE HER CLASS DO NOT TAKE HER CLASS DO NOT TAKE HER CLASS","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1974046","quality_rating":1.0,"difficulty_rating":5.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:56:22.775441+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI0NzAxNDkz","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1974046","instructor_name":"Alyssa Franze","course_label":"ESL118","course_id":"ESL 118","course_uid":"course_44c96673fa1edf356243e374","review_date":"2015-04-29 22:01:19 +0000 UTC","comment":"An extremely tough grader. AVOID AT ALL COSTS if you value your grade.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1974046","quality_rating":2.0,"difficulty_rating":5.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:55:12.108569+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM2NjkzOTM3","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2227105","instructor_name":"Angela Alexander","course_label":"ESL118","course_id":"ESL 118","course_uid":"course_44c96673fa1edf356243e374","review_date":"2022-10-12 04:14:37 +0000 UTC","comment":"I mean, taking her ESL118 is not a horrible option. I know there are some \"better\" or \"easier\" options for ESL 118. She is nice, caring, and encouraging. I would say she is also a fair grader; just show your efforts, do work, and FOLLOW HER ADVICES ON YOUR ASSIGNMENTS, then you will receive an A.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2227105","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:55:12.108569+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM0MDUwNzc2","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2227105","instructor_name":"Angela Alexander","course_label":"ESL118","course_id":"ESL 118","course_uid":"course_44c96673fa1edf356243e374","review_date":"2020-12-13 02:57:19 +0000 UTC","comment":"Mrs. Angela Alexandra gives extremely concise and constructive feedback. She also is very motivating and encouraging. She is also a fair grader.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2227105","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:55:12.108569+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTMwMTE1NzYy","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2227105","instructor_name":"Angela Alexander","course_label":"ESL118","course_id":"ESL 118","course_uid":"course_44c96673fa1edf356243e374","review_date":"2018-05-15 17:45:21 +0000 UTC","comment":"Highly recommend taking ESL 118 with Professor Alexander. She made the class really enjoyable.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2227105","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:55:12.108569+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI5ODM5NjMy","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2227105","instructor_name":"Angela Alexander","course_label":"ESL118","course_id":"ESL 118","course_uid":"course_44c96673fa1edf356243e374","review_date":"2018-04-19 02:21:01 +0000 UTC","comment":"Angela is one of the best professors I've ever had. She gives helpful critique and helps improve writing skills. She is also very accommodating and tries to make this class as easy and stress-free as possible. I would definitely recommend her for anyone who's taking ESL 118!","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2227105","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:55:12.108569+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI3NzU1OTg0","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2227105","instructor_name":"Angela Alexander","course_label":"ESL118","course_id":"ESL 118","course_uid":"course_44c96673fa1edf356243e374","review_date":"2017-01-19 18:16:24 +0000 UTC","comment":"She tried to be a nice professor, but the way she taught was not very helpful. Instead of lecturing, we had discussions every single class, and learnt nothing. The feedback she give to the paper was not clear, and you have to meet her taste instead of learn anything useful to get a good grade. She's not super tough grader, but you have to work hard","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2227105","quality_rating":2.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:55:12.108569+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI3NzU1OTIw","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2227105","instructor_name":"Angela Alexander","course_label":"ESL118","course_id":"ESL 118","course_uid":"course_44c96673fa1edf356243e374","review_date":"2017-01-19 17:58:20 +0000 UTC","comment":"If you are really good at self-study and love revising papers, this class could be the correct choice.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2227105","quality_rating":3.0,"difficulty_rating":5.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:54:48.689357+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTMzNjEyNTA0","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2415959","instructor_name":"Anya Nesterchouk","course_label":"ESL118","course_id":"ESL 118","course_uid":"course_44c96673fa1edf356243e374","review_date":"2020-08-25 22:01:27 +0000 UTC","comment":"I had Anya in 117 and was sooooo lucky to be in her section in 118. She is kind. Helps you succeed and includes everyone even if you are shy. I learned more in the classes than in 10 years studying english.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2415959","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:53:25.858131+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM0NzYwNzk5","source_instructor_id":"rmp:883225","instructor_name":"Alejandro Azocar","course_label":"ESL118","course_id":"ESL 118","course_uid":"course_44c96673fa1edf356243e374","review_date":"2021-05-11 04:15:17 +0000 UTC","comment":"Professor Azocar is really a very nice teacher. I. took his ESL116 and ESL118 during the freshman year. He really give great feedbacks of my essays, and as long as you could talk to him and understand his points, you could get good grades.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/883225","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:53:25.858131+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTMzNTc4MTEw","source_instructor_id":"rmp:883225","instructor_name":"Alejandro Azocar","course_label":"ESL118","course_id":"ESL 118","course_uid":"course_44c96673fa1edf356243e374","review_date":"2020-08-11 18:57:59 +0000 UTC","comment":"Best lecturer in ESL serial courses!","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/883225","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":1.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:53:25.858131+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTMyNTc3MzE3","source_instructor_id":"rmp:883225","instructor_name":"Alejandro Azocar","course_label":"ESL118","course_id":"ESL 118","course_uid":"course_44c96673fa1edf356243e374","review_date":"2019-12-09 18:38:19 +0000 UTC","comment":"The best professor to have for ESL 118, especially since he's so flexible with deadlines. He clearly cares for his students and is always willing to help improve your grade, 10/10 would recommend","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/883225","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:53:25.858131+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTMxMTQzNDQw","source_instructor_id":"rmp:883225","instructor_name":"Alejandro Azocar","course_label":"ESL118","course_id":"ESL 118","course_uid":"course_44c96673fa1edf356243e374","review_date":"2018-12-23 06:08:48 +0000 UTC","comment":"Clearly cares about his students and wants them all to succeed in his class, make sure you put in effort and you'll be rewarded. Also very flexible with deadlines as long as you inform him beforehand, overall good class.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/883225","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:53:25.858131+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTMwMTM4OTYy","source_instructor_id":"rmp:883225","instructor_name":"Alejandro Azocar","course_label":"ESL118","course_id":"ESL 118","course_uid":"course_44c96673fa1edf356243e374","review_date":"2018-05-17 17:23:31 +0000 UTC","comment":"Professor Azocar is one of the best professors! 118 class is time consuming, no matter who you take it with. But if you are lucky enough, you will get to this professor. He is very kind. Always ready to help. I am so happy I took this class with him! I highly recommend him!","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/883225","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:53:25.858131+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTMwMTM1NjA2","source_instructor_id":"rmp:883225","instructor_name":"Alejandro Azocar","course_label":"ESL118","course_id":"ESL 118","course_uid":"course_44c96673fa1edf356243e374","review_date":"2018-05-17 12:07:46 +0000 UTC","comment":"Not easy course","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/883225","quality_rating":1.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:53:25.858131+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI5NDk1ODc3","source_instructor_id":"rmp:883225","instructor_name":"Alejandro Azocar","course_label":"ESL118","course_id":"ESL 118","course_uid":"course_44c96673fa1edf356243e374","review_date":"2018-01-24 00:11:53 +0000 UTC","comment":"He's a great professor who'll grade fairly based on how much effort you put into your work.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/883225","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:53:25.858131+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTE5NjE2NzYy","source_instructor_id":"rmp:883225","instructor_name":"Alejandro Azocar","course_label":"ESL118","course_id":"ESL 118","course_uid":"course_44c96673fa1edf356243e374","review_date":"2011-12-24 14:23:12 +0000 UTC","comment":"He is specific with his expectations and genuinely help students achieve it. I love his class!","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/883225","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":1.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:53:25.858131+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTE1NjUwNTE1","source_instructor_id":"rmp:883225","instructor_name":"Alejandro Azocar","course_label":"ESL118","course_id":"ESL 118","course_uid":"course_44c96673fa1edf356243e374","review_date":"2009-04-14 19:49:33 +0000 UTC","comment":"My first A in college. Like the other guys said, Alejandro is fair. You will definitely earn a grade if you paid the effort, is that simple.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/883225","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:53:25.858131+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTEyODMyNDg0","source_instructor_id":"rmp:883225","instructor_name":"Alejandro Azocar","course_label":"ESL118","course_id":"ESL 118","course_uid":"course_44c96673fa1edf356243e374","review_date":"2007-01-30 22:36:36 +0000 UTC","comment":"he's a very nice guy who goes the extra mile to help students who seek his help. Though he may seem mean, (especially when it comes to grades) he's actually a pretty fair instructor.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/883225","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:45:34.265144+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTQyOTU1ODEx","source_instructor_id":"rmp:3093617","instructor_name":"Danielle Scheffler","course_label":"ESL118","course_id":"ESL 118","course_uid":"course_44c96673fa1edf356243e374","review_date":"2026-04-28 16:42:01 +0000 UTC","comment":"An excellent professor. Dani's classes are very interesting and have been of great help to me.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/3093617","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:43:01.998471+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI2NDk5Mjc2","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1824533","instructor_name":"Dzhambul Akkaziev","course_label":"ESL118","course_id":"ESL 118","course_uid":"course_44c96673fa1edf356243e374","review_date":"2016-05-07 16:01:21 +0000 UTC","comment":"He is a good and fair but tough grader. He gives detailed explanation and useful feedback. Get ready to read, and ESL itself is really tedious","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1824533","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:43:01.998471+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI2NDkzOTIz","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1824533","instructor_name":"Dzhambul Akkaziev","course_label":"ESL118","course_id":"ESL 118","course_uid":"course_44c96673fa1edf356243e374","review_date":"2016-05-06 20:11:44 +0000 UTC","comment":"He's a great teacher but a tough grader. Clear and prompt. Very helpful and enthusisatic too during class.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1824533","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:43:01.998471+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI2NDcyMjY4","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1824533","instructor_name":"Dzhambul Akkaziev","course_label":"ESL118","course_id":"ESL 118","course_uid":"course_44c96673fa1edf356243e374","review_date":"2016-05-04 23:36:21 +0000 UTC","comment":"He is a very good ESL instructor. He grades fairly and is open to answer any questions you may have. His feedback is useful and if you do really well and correct all your mistakes you will end up with a high grade. If you have a choice to pick him, do it.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1824533","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:37:01.310291+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTIyNjIyNDU3","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1079205","instructor_name":"Heather Carroll","course_label":"ESL118","course_id":"ESL 118","course_uid":"course_44c96673fa1edf356243e374","review_date":"2013-12-19 23:52:27 +0000 UTC","comment":"BEST TEACHER EVER!!!!!!!!!!!!!! LOVE HER!!!!!!! TAKE HEATHER!!!!!!!!!!!!","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1079205","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:37:01.310291+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTIyNTYyNTA4","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1079205","instructor_name":"Heather Carroll","course_label":"ESL118","course_id":"ESL 118","course_uid":"course_44c96673fa1edf356243e374","review_date":"2013-12-15 17:21:20 +0000 UTC","comment":"She is much better than than expected! very nice and helped me alot! appreciate her","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1079205","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:37:01.310291+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTIyNTU4MTEx","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1079205","instructor_name":"Heather Carroll","course_label":"ESL118","course_id":"ESL 118","course_uid":"course_44c96673fa1edf356243e374","review_date":"2013-12-15 00:53:14 +0000 UTC","comment":"She is awesome! One of the most impressive classes I had so far!","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1079205","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":1.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:37:01.310291+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTIyNTQ5NjU2","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1079205","instructor_name":"Heather Carroll","course_label":"ESL118","course_id":"ESL 118","course_uid":"course_44c96673fa1edf356243e374","review_date":"2013-12-14 02:21:34 +0000 UTC","comment":"She really helps me improve my writing. She taught me a lot more than English 118.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1079205","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:37:01.310291+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTIyNTQ5NjMx","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1079205","instructor_name":"Heather Carroll","course_label":"ESL118","course_id":"ESL 118","course_uid":"course_44c96673fa1edf356243e374","review_date":"2013-12-14 02:18:08 +0000 UTC","comment":"She is the most amazing English teacher I met so far. She is full of passion.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1079205","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:37:01.310291+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTIyNTQzMjUz","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1079205","instructor_name":"Heather Carroll","course_label":"ESL118","course_id":"ESL 118","course_uid":"course_44c96673fa1edf356243e374","review_date":"2013-12-13 16:13:33 +0000 UTC","comment":"She is nice and really helpful. She gives reasonable grades.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1079205","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:37:01.310291+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTIyNTE4OTY3","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1079205","instructor_name":"Heather Carroll","course_label":"ESL118","course_id":"ESL 118","course_uid":"course_44c96673fa1edf356243e374","review_date":"2013-12-12 01:00:25 +0000 UTC","comment":"Pretty good professor, while I meet some trouble with the paper, she helped me a lot. A little bit strict with grades.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1079205","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:37:01.310291+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTIyNTE4ODUz","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1079205","instructor_name":"Heather Carroll","course_label":"ESL118","course_id":"ESL 118","course_uid":"course_44c96673fa1edf356243e374","review_date":"2013-12-12 00:52:42 +0000 UTC","comment":"I thought she was a decent teacher. Her classes were pretty easy. I'm not aware of any form of racism in her grading or teaching. The only thing is that she gives too little comments or suggestions when you get your homework back. Overall the class was fine, which is pretty impressive because I dislike ESL classes with a passion!","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1079205","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":1.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:37:01.310291+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTE0MzQzNDky","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1079205","instructor_name":"Heather Carroll","course_label":"ESL118","course_id":"ESL 118","course_uid":"course_44c96673fa1edf356243e374","review_date":"2008-04-24 17:59:51 +0000 UTC","comment":"she is actually not the "professor". She's the PHD student here at Madison with 2 kids. Wanna work much more than other 118 section? take her class. Otherwise, NEVER!!!","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1079205","quality_rating":2.0,"difficulty_rating":5.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:36:29.097331+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTMyOTExODgy","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2319701","instructor_name":"Hossein Panahi","course_label":"ESL118","course_id":"ESL 118","course_uid":"course_44c96673fa1edf356243e374","review_date":"2020-02-15 05:02:42 +0000 UTC","comment":"Prof Panahi is caring and understanding, but for lecturing, he's only ok. Lectures unorganized and felt like all over the place. Sometimes gave vague instructions so you'd better ask for more details. Takes ages to grade paper & post grades on canvas. Overall I would recommend taking his section, not too much workload.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2319701","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:36:29.097331+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTMwMzIwNjUz","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2319701","instructor_name":"Hossein Panahi","course_label":"ESL118","course_id":"ESL 118","course_uid":"course_44c96673fa1edf356243e374","review_date":"2018-07-04 22:03:22 +0000 UTC","comment":"Hossein is the treasure of the ESL program in UW Madison. If Allah exists in the ESL program, it is him. His flexibility, friendly lectures, and *easiness in grades* will save you from the misery of the tedious and unnecessary ESL program. He is the only reason why I woke up for a 7:45 am class, and you MUST choose him before it's too late.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2319701","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:36:29.097331+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI5MjE3MjU0","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2319701","instructor_name":"Hossein Panahi","course_label":"ESL118","course_id":"ESL 118","course_uid":"course_44c96673fa1edf356243e374","review_date":"2017-12-15 11:08:27 +0000 UTC","comment":"Panahi is the best English professor I ever had. Usually English is a tedious class (a lot of reading/writing) for international students. But he made the class more bearable. He's very friendly, helpful and flexible with assignments and grading.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2319701","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:36:29.097331+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI5MjE3MTU5","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2319701","instructor_name":"Hossein Panahi","course_label":"ESL118","course_id":"ESL 118","course_uid":"course_44c96673fa1edf356243e374","review_date":"2017-12-15 11:02:04 +0000 UTC","comment":"Really good teacher. Explains concepts really well and is very friendly. Puts a lot of effort into helping the students. If you are taking ESL for credit take him.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2319701","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:36:29.097331+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI5MTcxNTA3","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2319701","instructor_name":"Hossein Panahi","course_label":"ESL118","course_id":"ESL 118","course_uid":"course_44c96673fa1edf356243e374","review_date":"2017-12-13 10:11:21 +0000 UTC","comment":"The best ESL 118 prof. Caring and understanding. If you follow his instructions you will do really good.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2319701","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:34:50.431846+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTQyMzcyMzgy","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2394049","instructor_name":"James Corona","course_label":"ESL118","course_id":"ESL 118","course_uid":"course_44c96673fa1edf356243e374","review_date":"2025-12-22 04:08:46 +0000 UTC","comment":"Doesnt use canvas, like never uses canvas assignments all sent by email.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2394049","quality_rating":1.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:34:50.431846+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTQyMTU0NTkx","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2394049","instructor_name":"James Corona","course_label":"ESL118","course_id":"ESL 118","course_uid":"course_44c96673fa1edf356243e374","review_date":"2025-12-10 20:31:57 +0000 UTC","comment":"Only if you have studied with another instructor can you understand why James is the GOAT.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2394049","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:34:50.431846+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTQxNjc5MTM4","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2394049","instructor_name":"James Corona","course_label":"ESL118","course_id":"ESL 118","course_uid":"course_44c96673fa1edf356243e374","review_date":"2025-10-01 17:41:11 +0000 UTC","comment":"You will easily get an A if you follow his instruction. ","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2394049","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":1.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:34:50.431846+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTQxNjI1MjUz","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2394049","instructor_name":"James Corona","course_label":"ESL118","course_id":"ESL 118","course_uid":"course_44c96673fa1edf356243e374","review_date":"2025-09-05 21:14:54 +0000 UTC","comment":"He cant even speak English.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2394049","quality_rating":1.0,"difficulty_rating":5.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:34:50.431846+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTQxMDQ4OTg3","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2394049","instructor_name":"James Corona","course_label":"ESL118","course_id":"ESL 118","course_uid":"course_44c96673fa1edf356243e374","review_date":"2025-04-25 20:49:34 +0000 UTC","comment":"Amazing lectures, James keeps repeating same materials like a bot. It's amazing that I never slept in any of his lectures. He really opened my mind on the way to teach. When having conference, he never understood what I'm trying to say, and his handwriting skills is also astonishing. He literally cannot understand what he wrote 5 mins ago.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2394049","quality_rating":1.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:34:50.431846+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTQxMDQ4NTk0","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2394049","instructor_name":"James Corona","course_label":"ESL118","course_id":"ESL 118","course_uid":"course_44c96673fa1edf356243e374","review_date":"2025-04-25 20:18:04 +0000 UTC","comment":"Good for students that are already comfortable with writing academic style research papers. Does not use Canvas and does everything on paper, struggles to answer questions in a calm and concise manner, does not reply to emails, and will only give feedback on paper at the conference draft. Still possible to get A but requires a lot of determination.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2394049","quality_rating":1.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:34:50.431846+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTQxMDQ3NDYx","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2394049","instructor_name":"James Corona","course_label":"ESL118","course_id":"ESL 118","course_uid":"course_44c96673fa1edf356243e374","review_date":"2025-04-25 18:59:11 +0000 UTC","comment":"Lecture was absolutely boring and useless. Everything talked during class was not helpful when we write our paper. Instructor does not use Canvas for any assignment or contents. He basically yapping and saying the same things over and over again for a whole semester. Attendance is required. When it comes to writing paper, it is also another pain!","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2394049","quality_rating":1.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:34:50.431846+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM5ODkxOTM3","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2394049","instructor_name":"James Corona","course_label":"ESL118","course_id":"ESL 118","course_uid":"course_44c96673fa1edf356243e374","review_date":"2024-11-04 20:49:49 +0000 UTC","comment":"Nice guy, very caring. Do the homework and you will get an A.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2394049","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:34:50.431846+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM3ODQ0NzM2","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2394049","instructor_name":"James Corona","course_label":"ESL118","course_id":"ESL 118","course_uid":"course_44c96673fa1edf356243e374","review_date":"2023-05-06 23:28:43 +0000 UTC","comment":"Mandatory attendance, super clear on content. Follow his rule and you will get an A","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2394049","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:34:50.431846+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM3Mzg3MDIy","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2394049","instructor_name":"James Corona","course_label":"ESL118","course_id":"ESL 118","course_uid":"course_44c96673fa1edf356243e374","review_date":"2023-01-28 02:27:53 +0000 UTC","comment":"He is so nice that can get an A easily. He will give detailed feedback and if you followed, you get good grades","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2394049","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":1.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:34:50.431846+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM3Mzc0NDA3","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2394049","instructor_name":"James Corona","course_label":"ESL118","course_id":"ESL 118","course_uid":"course_44c96673fa1edf356243e374","review_date":"2023-01-24 21:53:26 +0000 UTC","comment":"Canvas is seldom used and attendace is required. ","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2394049","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:34:50.431846+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM1MjQzOTQz","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2394049","instructor_name":"James Corona","course_label":"ESL118","course_id":"ESL 118","course_uid":"course_44c96673fa1edf356243e374","review_date":"2021-11-15 23:50:41 +0000 UTC","comment":"Barely uses canvas so attendance is a must!","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2394049","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:34:50.431846+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTMyNDAzODI1","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2394049","instructor_name":"James Corona","course_label":"ESL118","course_id":"ESL 118","course_uid":"course_44c96673fa1edf356243e374","review_date":"2019-11-13 04:42:00 +0000 UTC","comment":"I am glad I got Professor Corona for ESL 118. He genuinely cares about his students and gives good feedback on papers. You need to attend his classes though, as he did not use canvas for the course and gave homeworks during his lectures. Also, all homework submissions were hard copy. If you follow his feedback, you can get an A easily.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2394049","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:34:19.090333+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM1MjgxODAy","source_instructor_id":"rmp:833751","instructor_name":"Jane Koenig","course_label":"ESL118","course_id":"ESL 118","course_uid":"course_44c96673fa1edf356243e374","review_date":"2021-11-21 16:50:14 +0000 UTC","comment":"Professor Koenig always cares her student and lectures are somewhat helpful. However, her grading criteria is pretty vague and sometimes confusing. Suggestions are somewhat helpful but mostly so broad and confusing. She may deny some of her previous suggestions and tell you that it is not feasible after few days submitting your paper.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/833751","quality_rating":3.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:34:19.090333+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM1MjUzNDY4","source_instructor_id":"rmp:833751","instructor_name":"Jane Koenig","course_label":"ESL118","course_id":"ESL 118","course_uid":"course_44c96673fa1edf356243e374","review_date":"2021-11-17 03:21:48 +0000 UTC","comment":"Jane is simply not fit to teach this class. Her feedback to my essays were to broad and often not helpful. She does not respond to her emails and is hardly accessible outside of the classroom. DON'T take her class; if she is the only instructor available, don't take this class that semester and defer taking it to the next semester if you can.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/833751","quality_rating":1.0,"difficulty_rating":5.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:34:19.090333+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM0Njc5Mzk2","source_instructor_id":"rmp:833751","instructor_name":"Jane Koenig","course_label":"ESL118","course_id":"ESL 118","course_uid":"course_44c96673fa1edf356243e374","review_date":"2021-05-02 06:35:49 +0000 UTC","comment":"She is very kind and nice. She always cares about students' feelings and tries to give useful and great feedback. During the conference, she gives much effective advice and tries her best to improve our writing skills. After taking this course, I did learn more about how to effectively write an essay.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/833751","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:34:19.090333+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTMxOTA3MTcx","source_instructor_id":"rmp:833751","instructor_name":"Jane Koenig","course_label":"ESL118","course_id":"ESL 118","course_uid":"course_44c96673fa1edf356243e374","review_date":"2019-05-18 13:30:15 +0000 UTC","comment":"Honestly, if you take a writing course, you are expected to stay up late for some days, and this is normal for a class like ESL 118. Jane is a very caring instructor and she gave me a lot of constructive feedback during conferences. She made me feel that ESL 118 is not as hard as other described and writing paper is a fun creative process.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/833751","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:34:19.090333+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI1NzE4NzMy","source_instructor_id":"rmp:833751","instructor_name":"Jane Koenig","course_label":"ESL118","course_id":"ESL 118","course_uid":"course_44c96673fa1edf356243e374","review_date":"2015-12-16 02:21:11 +0000 UTC","comment":"If you really work hard, you can get an A as a Chinese student. Jane is not that tough on grade, compared to other ESL instructors. Most of her comment are helpful, and make sure follow them although sometimes you assume you are the right one. Honestly, the most important thing in writing is to write and revise again and again by yourself. ","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/833751","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:34:19.090333+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI1MTA3Mzcy","source_instructor_id":"rmp:833751","instructor_name":"Jane Koenig","course_label":"ESL118","course_id":"ESL 118","course_uid":"course_44c96673fa1edf356243e374","review_date":"2015-08-10 11:40:21 +0000 UTC","comment":"Jane is nice. If you have questions, you can email her. You will feel comfortable  during the class. However, if you write a bad essay, she will give you a low grade. She will give you a lot of suggestions for draft 2, and most of them are helpful. Be careful to revise the essay as she want, and you will have a high grade.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/833751","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:34:19.090333+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTE4OTg2NTU3","source_instructor_id":"rmp:833751","instructor_name":"Jane Koenig","course_label":"ESL118","course_id":"ESL 118","course_uid":"course_44c96673fa1edf356243e374","review_date":"2011-09-08 13:15:48 +0000 UTC","comment":"She is okay among ESL instructors. The course is hard but the grading is passable.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/833751","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:34:19.090333+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTExNzE2NTUx","source_instructor_id":"rmp:833751","instructor_name":"Jane Koenig","course_label":"ESL118","course_id":"ESL 118","course_uid":"course_44c96673fa1edf356243e374","review_date":"2006-04-17 08:23:38 +0000 UTC","comment":"She is pretty okay in class, but her comments on paper is not helpful and very unclear. She will definitely pissed you off many times along the semester. If she is your only choice....good luck..........poor you","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/833751","quality_rating":2.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:27:37.449418+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTQwNzg2MDUz","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1241202","instructor_name":"Karen Best","course_label":"ESL118","course_id":"ESL 118","course_uid":"course_44c96673fa1edf356243e374","review_date":"2025-03-18 22:01:28 +0000 UTC","comment":"No free mind, No enough feedback, surprisingly low grade. Rises your expectations and then let you down.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1241202","quality_rating":3.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:27:37.449418+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM5MzQ0Mzcx","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1241202","instructor_name":"Karen Best","course_label":"ESL118","course_id":"ESL 118","course_uid":"course_44c96673fa1edf356243e374","review_date":"2024-05-02 19:56:49 +0000 UTC","comment":"1","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1241202","quality_rating":1.0,"difficulty_rating":5.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:27:37.449418+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM0OTkxMzc5","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1241202","instructor_name":"Karen Best","course_label":"ESL118","course_id":"ESL 118","course_uid":"course_44c96673fa1edf356243e374","review_date":"2021-07-28 15:59:06 +0000 UTC","comment":"Nice instructions and useful feedbacks. I recommend her!","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1241202","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:27:37.449418+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTMwOTU2Njc4","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1241202","instructor_name":"Karen Best","course_label":"ESL118","course_id":"ESL 118","course_uid":"course_44c96673fa1edf356243e374","review_date":"2018-12-10 23:12:36 +0000 UTC","comment":"She's the best ESL instructor. I highly recommend her!","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1241202","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:27:37.449418+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTMwNTQ1MDE0","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1241202","instructor_name":"Karen Best","course_label":"ESL118","course_id":"ESL 118","course_uid":"course_44c96673fa1edf356243e374","review_date":"2018-10-04 23:37:14 +0000 UTC","comment":"She is a great esl teacher.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1241202","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:27:37.449418+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI5NTQyNzMy","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1241202","instructor_name":"Karen Best","course_label":"ESL118","course_id":"ESL 118","course_uid":"course_44c96673fa1edf356243e374","review_date":"2018-02-06 21:55:34 +0000 UTC","comment":"She was very helpful and wanted her students to succeed and understand the material. I enjoyed having her as my instructor! She is the best!","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1241202","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:27:37.449418+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI2NDk2Mjg4","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1241202","instructor_name":"Karen Best","course_label":"ESL118","course_id":"ESL 118","course_uid":"course_44c96673fa1edf356243e374","review_date":"2016-05-07 01:51:07 +0000 UTC","comment":"A good teacher for ESL. It is not an easy A, but grading is fair.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1241202","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:27:37.449418+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI2MTI0NzIw","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1241202","instructor_name":"Karen Best","course_label":"ESL118","course_id":"ESL 118","course_uid":"course_44c96673fa1edf356243e374","review_date":"2016-03-08 19:44:17 +0000 UTC","comment":"She's really helpful, and extremely welcome to offer help as long as you ask for it. Beware of ESL118, it's a lot of work. PS: Get ready to READ.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1241202","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:27:37.449418+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI1OTU3MDg5","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1241202","instructor_name":"Karen Best","course_label":"ESL118","course_id":"ESL 118","course_uid":"course_44c96673fa1edf356243e374","review_date":"2016-01-18 13:38:52 +0000 UTC","comment":"Tough grader but not hard to get an A. I dint spend too much time but still got an A. I feel she is wrongly rated, she is an excellent professor and I feel she deserves a 4.5 or higher. Recommend the class","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1241202","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":1.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:27:37.449418+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI1NDU4MTc0","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1241202","instructor_name":"Karen Best","course_label":"ESL118","course_id":"ESL 118","course_uid":"course_44c96673fa1edf356243e374","review_date":"2015-11-19 23:27:51 +0000 UTC","comment":"I am almost done with ESL-118. Karen Best is an excellent instructor and I highly recommend her.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1241202","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":1.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:27:37.449418+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI0MzI4MTE3","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1241202","instructor_name":"Karen Best","course_label":"ESL118","course_id":"ESL 118","course_uid":"course_44c96673fa1edf356243e374","review_date":"2015-01-24 20:36:51 +0000 UTC","comment":"Tough and harsh","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1241202","quality_rating":3.0,"difficulty_rating":5.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:27:37.449418+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI0MzA2Njk3","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1241202","instructor_name":"Karen Best","course_label":"ESL118","course_id":"ESL 118","course_uid":"course_44c96673fa1edf356243e374","review_date":"2015-01-19 17:47:54 +0000 UTC","comment":"She's tough, but I think I learned the most English from her of all ESL instructors. She  seems mean but I think she's nice. She's really clear and I learned a lot. Tried my best in the class but still got an AB","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1241202","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":5.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:27:37.449418+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTIzMjM5MDI3","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1241202","instructor_name":"Karen Best","course_label":"ESL118","course_id":"ESL 118","course_uid":"course_44c96673fa1edf356243e374","review_date":"2014-05-13 18:37:44 +0000 UTC","comment":"A very strict instructor","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1241202","quality_rating":2.0,"difficulty_rating":5.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:27:37.449418+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTIzMjE3MTU0","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1241202","instructor_name":"Karen Best","course_label":"ESL118","course_id":"ESL 118","course_uid":"course_44c96673fa1edf356243e374","review_date":"2014-05-10 20:53:33 +0000 UTC","comment":"very strict. A lot of homework. Not a nice person. Give lower scores. Try to avoid her","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1241202","quality_rating":1.0,"difficulty_rating":5.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:27:37.449418+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTIyODMyMDUw","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1241202","instructor_name":"Karen Best","course_label":"ESL118","course_id":"ESL 118","course_uid":"course_44c96673fa1edf356243e374","review_date":"2014-02-10 18:41:57 +0000 UTC","comment":"Very very strict. Not very nice to students. If I had known, I would avoid her. Give lower grades compare to other instructors.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1241202","quality_rating":3.0,"difficulty_rating":5.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:27:37.449418+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTIwMzY4Njg4","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1241202","instructor_name":"Karen Best","course_label":"ESL118","course_id":"ESL 118","course_uid":"course_44c96673fa1edf356243e374","review_date":"2012-05-31 20:32:35 +0000 UTC","comment":"She is a very smart person because you can really learn a lot of reading and writing skills in her class. She is kind of cold,BUT if you go ask her for help, she is very willing to help you.  She is a very STRICT teacher because she grades everything really hard. I got an AB in the class and I am very hard-working.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1241202","quality_rating":3.0,"difficulty_rating":5.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:27:37.449418+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTE2NTg2MTk2","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1241202","instructor_name":"Karen Best","course_label":"ESL118","course_id":"ESL 118","course_uid":"course_44c96673fa1edf356243e374","review_date":"2009-12-17 16:34:02 +0000 UTC","comment":"No Comments","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1241202","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":1.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:25:31.134637+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTMwOTcxOTE5","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2101206","instructor_name":"Kristin Dalby","course_label":"ESL118","course_id":"ESL 118","course_uid":"course_44c96673fa1edf356243e374","review_date":"2018-12-11 18:47:10 +0000 UTC","comment":"Not the best ESL experience I had. She is harsh and a tough grader. The environment of the classroom is just so awkward, which would been nice if she, as a instructor, put some effort to make the learning community better but she didn't. It was not a pleasure taking her dry lectures. Avoid her if you can.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2101206","quality_rating":1.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:25:31.134637+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI5OTg5MjE1","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2101206","instructor_name":"Kristin Dalby","course_label":"ESL118","course_id":"ESL 118","course_uid":"course_44c96673fa1edf356243e374","review_date":"2018-05-04 16:53:30 +0000 UTC","comment":"Kristin exceeds my expectations of a 118 instructor. She is humorous, whose lectures are enjoyable even the topic is doctrine; she is helpful, with whose comments on my draft I am clear what to improve; she is caring, with whose encouragements I keep trying my best. The 118 process is painful, but Kristin makes it worth. Every word from heart.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2101206","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:25:31.134637+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI5ODA1OTQ5","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2101206","instructor_name":"Kristin Dalby","course_label":"ESL118","course_id":"ESL 118","course_uid":"course_44c96673fa1edf356243e374","review_date":"2018-04-15 01:16:05 +0000 UTC","comment":"Kristin is really a tough grader. She is strict with all the requirements of the homeworks, that is to say, if you miss even only one of the requirements, you are likely to miss about ten percent of the score However, she gives lots of suggestions on the essays and will improve your score if you follow her instructions But I will not take it again.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2101206","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":5.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:25:31.134637+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI5NDYzNDk2","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2101206","instructor_name":"Kristin Dalby","course_label":"ESL118","course_id":"ESL 118","course_uid":"course_44c96673fa1edf356243e374","review_date":"2018-01-16 22:06:41 +0000 UTC","comment":"True transitions cannot be made between paragraphs of supporting ideas which are not interconnected. Feedback on this should be more clear and comprehensive.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2101206","quality_rating":2.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:25:31.134637+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI5NDYzNDY2","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2101206","instructor_name":"Kristin Dalby","course_label":"ESL118","course_id":"ESL 118","course_uid":"course_44c96673fa1edf356243e374","review_date":"2018-01-16 22:01:03 +0000 UTC","comment":"Personally, I do not think Kristin is an excellent instructor. Although some of her comments are useful, other comments, however, are confusing. I followed all her instructions but still got a very low score on paper 1. Fortunatelly, this story did not continue on IRP.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2101206","quality_rating":2.0,"difficulty_rating":5.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:25:31.134637+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI5MTgyOTU5","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2101206","instructor_name":"Kristin Dalby","course_label":"ESL118","course_id":"ESL 118","course_uid":"course_44c96673fa1edf356243e374","review_date":"2017-12-13 18:33:00 +0000 UTC","comment":"Kristin is definitely a great instructor. She cares about all her students and tries to do as much as possible to help be a good writer and learn as much as possible from classes, not only for credit. She gives clear expectations of what she wants the assignment or grading be like so that as long as following instruction, everything should be fine.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2101206","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:25:31.134637+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI5MDE2OTE3","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2101206","instructor_name":"Kristin Dalby","course_label":"ESL118","course_id":"ESL 118","course_uid":"course_44c96673fa1edf356243e374","review_date":"2017-12-01 22:47:13 +0000 UTC","comment":"Great ESL teacher! Kristin just really really cares for her students and is always there for help. Her class is well-organized and helpful. Definitely recommend.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2101206","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:24:11.522207+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI1MjgyNDc0","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1514654","instructor_name":"Laura Jones-Katz","course_label":"ESL 118","course_id":"ESL 118","course_uid":"course_44c96673fa1edf356243e374","review_date":"2015-10-22 19:13:35 +0000 UTC","comment":"Simply the best you will ever be taught English by. The class was REALLY tough for me though. Happy I am through it now.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1514654","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":5.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:24:11.522207+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI0MDk5NTI4","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1514654","instructor_name":"Laura Jones-Katz","course_label":"ESL118","course_id":"ESL 118","course_uid":"course_44c96673fa1edf356243e374","review_date":"2014-12-16 11:02:03 +0000 UTC","comment":"A tough grader!","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1514654","quality_rating":3.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:24:11.522207+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTIwOTgyNzUy","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1514654","instructor_name":"Laura Jones-Katz","course_label":"ESL118","course_id":"ESL 118","course_uid":"course_44c96673fa1edf356243e374","review_date":"2012-12-07 14:06:48 +0000 UTC","comment":"She is a great teacher. Very helpful and friendly. Makes you actually learn something.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1514654","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:22:37.242180+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI1NzUxNzU3","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1881630","instructor_name":"Lucy Moore","course_label":"ESL118","course_id":"ESL 118","course_uid":"course_44c96673fa1edf356243e374","review_date":"2015-12-17 21:19:03 +0000 UTC","comment":"Lucy is a good teacher. Listen to what she says and be ready to follow her feedback. You will get good grade if you do exactly what she tells you to do :)","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1881630","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:22:37.242180+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI0OTUwODM1","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1881630","instructor_name":"Lucy Moore","course_label":"ESL118","course_id":"ESL 118","course_uid":"course_44c96673fa1edf356243e374","review_date":"2015-06-09 15:52:52 +0000 UTC","comment":"Lucy is nice and she really wants to help you improve writing skills. She cares about your thoughts in yours writing, and has strict standards regarding grades. But if you listen to her advice and try your best, it's not hard to get a good grade.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1881630","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:20:32.811297+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI1NzY2ODk4","source_instructor_id":"rmp:924859","instructor_name":"Mark Plane","course_label":"ESL118","course_id":"ESL 118","course_uid":"course_44c96673fa1edf356243e374","review_date":"2015-12-18 21:44:04 +0000 UTC","comment":"Mark is such a nice person, and he is always generous about grading :)","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/924859","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":1.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:20:32.811297+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI0MzYwNTI2","source_instructor_id":"rmp:924859","instructor_name":"Mark Plane","course_label":"ESL118","course_id":"ESL 118","course_uid":"course_44c96673fa1edf356243e374","review_date":"2015-02-04 22:54:23 +0000 UTC","comment":"If you work hard then you will be fine. However, it you don't then. you will see. he is not a just easy teacher. No easy teachers in any Eng 118. Some of them are little bit better than others","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/924859","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:20:32.811297+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTIzMjA5MDMw","source_instructor_id":"rmp:924859","instructor_name":"Mark Plane","course_label":"ESL118","course_id":"ESL 118","course_uid":"course_44c96673fa1edf356243e374","review_date":"2014-05-09 15:05:05 +0000 UTC","comment":"His 118 class is the best ESL class I have taken so far","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/924859","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:20:32.811297+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTE4NTg0MzEx","source_instructor_id":"rmp:924859","instructor_name":"Mark Plane","course_label":"ESL118","course_id":"ESL 118","course_uid":"course_44c96673fa1edf356243e374","review_date":"2011-05-12 01:48:44 +0000 UTC","comment":"He is a very nice instructor. He gives lesser work than other 118 instructors and really try to help students to do well. Sleepless nights writing papers are to be expected as of all 118 classes, but Mark is generous in giving grades.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/924859","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":1.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:20:32.811297+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTE4NTg0MTM1","source_instructor_id":"rmp:924859","instructor_name":"Mark Plane","course_label":"ESL118","course_id":"ESL 118","course_uid":"course_44c96673fa1edf356243e374","review_date":"2011-05-12 01:25:59 +0000 UTC","comment":"He requires less than other 118 instructor. Though you still need to pull an all-nighter and work hard for your papers, he is generous in giving grades. He is nice too.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/924859","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":1.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:20:06.948007+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTMwMTA3MTQ4","source_instructor_id":"rmp:757815","instructor_name":"Mary Wang","course_label":"ESL118","course_id":"ESL 118","course_uid":"course_44c96673fa1edf356243e374","review_date":"2018-05-14 23:03:37 +0000 UTC","comment":"Mary's was probably one of my favorite lecturers in my first sem. She genuinely cares about her students and wants us to do well. Complete all your assignments on time (ahead of time too) and talk to here whenever you have questions. She gives valuable feedback and as long as you fulfill it, you'll do great.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/757815","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:20:06.948007+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI5MjYyMTg5","source_instructor_id":"rmp:757815","instructor_name":"Mary Wang","course_label":"ESL118","course_id":"ESL 118","course_uid":"course_44c96673fa1edf356243e374","review_date":"2017-12-18 17:27:57 +0000 UTC","comment":"She has interesting lectures. Mary gives detailed and helpful feedback on every homework. This course is time demanding and not an easy A class. But it is hard to get A if you finish all homework carefully. Try her class if you really want to improve your writing skill.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/757815","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:20:06.948007+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI5MDY0ODYz","source_instructor_id":"rmp:757815","instructor_name":"Mary Wang","course_label":"ESL118","course_id":"ESL 118","course_uid":"course_44c96673fa1edf356243e374","review_date":"2017-12-06 14:40:33 +0000 UTC","comment":"I'm a freshman in her ESL 118 class, I dropped another class for this, it was worth it. Mary is skilled, she cares about her students very much. All the students in her class became close friends at the end of semester. The workload is hard, don't overdue the assignments, and she gives detailed feedback and careful instructions.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/757815","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:20:06.948007+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI0NzgwNzc3","source_instructor_id":"rmp:757815","instructor_name":"Mary Wang","course_label":"ESL118","course_id":"ESL 118","course_uid":"course_44c96673fa1edf356243e374","review_date":"2015-05-08 19:52:18 +0000 UTC","comment":"To be honest, I wanted to drop this class in the first month, because all of my grades were lower than 70. But after I talked to her, I just felt that I can be better in this class. And now, I have already pass this class. I can feel that I have made a huge progress in writing papers. If you want to learn something, do TAKE Mary's class! ","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/757815","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:20:06.948007+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTIzNjY4OTg2","source_instructor_id":"rmp:757815","instructor_name":"Mary Wang","course_label":"ESL118","course_id":"ESL 118","course_uid":"course_44c96673fa1edf356243e374","review_date":"2014-10-19 02:13:42 +0000 UTC","comment":"Seriously I don't know why would anyone think she is a good teacher. She is such a tough grader. It is the strangest class I have ever taken. I wouldn't recommend her class at all. Just drop the class if possible.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/757815","quality_rating":1.0,"difficulty_rating":5.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:20:06.948007+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTIyNTQ2MzAy","source_instructor_id":"rmp:757815","instructor_name":"Mary Wang","course_label":"ESL118","course_id":"ESL 118","course_uid":"course_44c96673fa1edf356243e374","review_date":"2013-12-13 20:20:08 +0000 UTC","comment":"Mary is one of the best ESL instructors. Very helpful and willing to discuss ur paper with you detailedly. Provide some great ideas for u to start ur paper! Some students may tell you that her grading is harsh, and try ur best to keep away from her. But that's not the truth! Your scores will be great if you put a lot of energy in your papers.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/757815","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:20:06.948007+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTIyMjcxMzQx","source_instructor_id":"rmp:757815","instructor_name":"Mary Wang","course_label":"ESL118","course_id":"ESL 118","course_uid":"course_44c96673fa1edf356243e374","review_date":"2013-11-06 23:30:08 +0000 UTC","comment":"she is a good teacher?but sometimes give us confusing guide","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/757815","quality_rating":2.0,"difficulty_rating":5.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:20:06.948007+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTIwNTA2ODk1","source_instructor_id":"rmp:757815","instructor_name":"Mary Wang","course_label":"ESL118","course_id":"ESL 118","course_uid":"course_44c96673fa1edf356243e374","review_date":"2012-07-20 20:50:41 +0000 UTC","comment":"Mary is one of my favorite teachers I have had throughout my four years of college. She can be tough in terms of assignments, but all you have to do is talk to her, she is always willing to help. She did ask to get things done ahead of other 118 classes, but felt fortunate that she did because I could avoid cramming them with all my other classes.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/757815","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:20:06.948007+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTE3MzQyNTEy","source_instructor_id":"rmp:757815","instructor_name":"Mary Wang","course_label":"ESL118","course_id":"ESL 118","course_uid":"course_44c96673fa1edf356243e374","review_date":"2010-06-16 22:58:40 +0000 UTC","comment":"This class requires A LOT but mary is very helpful. She makes a lot of comments on the papers so you know how to improve. But she is also very picky too. need to figure out what she likes and what she doesn't like on the paper. IRP pick familiar topic !!!!never ever ever take 18 credits with this course!!!!","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/757815","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:20:06.948007+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTE2MTk3Njc0","source_instructor_id":"rmp:757815","instructor_name":"Mary Wang","course_label":"ESL118","course_id":"ESL 118","course_uid":"course_44c96673fa1edf356243e374","review_date":"2009-09-21 11:42:41 +0000 UTC","comment":"She is a tough teacher, quite strict with the deadlines. But if you go through all of this, you'd find that her class is extremely helpful. She pays more attention than any other instructors. You will get very useful suggestions about ur paper.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/757815","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":5.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:20:06.948007+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTEzOTcxODc4","source_instructor_id":"rmp:757815","instructor_name":"Mary Wang","course_label":"ESL118","course_id":"ESL 118","course_uid":"course_44c96673fa1edf356243e374","review_date":"2008-01-09 16:26:53 +0000 UTC","comment":"She is tough, but responsible. She's always ready to help students, so if you are sured to get great scores as long as you study hard, that is irrelevant to how high your IQ is. While she's tough on your first 2 papers, she'll become extremely generous on your last paper, which takes up 50% of your total score!","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/757815","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:12:47.692821+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTQyNzE2NDA1","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1893680","instructor_name":"Parthy Schachter","course_label":"ESL118","course_id":"ESL 118","course_uid":"course_44c96673fa1edf356243e374","review_date":"2026-03-19 19:32:44 +0000 UTC","comment":"It's my favorite class this semester. Ms Parthy is so nice!","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1893680","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:12:47.692821+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTQxNDAxOTY1","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1893680","instructor_name":"Parthy Schachter","course_label":"ESL118","course_id":"ESL 118","course_uid":"course_44c96673fa1edf356243e374","review_date":"2025-06-04 19:38:46 +0000 UTC","comment":"The course organization is pretty effective. Parthy really created a welcoming environment for us to study English and socializing. The atmosphere of the course is engaging.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1893680","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:12:47.692821+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTQwOTc5NTY3","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1893680","instructor_name":"Parthy Schachter","course_label":"ESL118","course_id":"ESL 118","course_uid":"course_44c96673fa1edf356243e374","review_date":"2025-04-18 23:22:52 +0000 UTC","comment":"Love her class! She is super clear and tells you exactly how to do all the parts of a paper. If you pay attention and ask what you're not sure about, you will do well.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1893680","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:12:47.692821+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM5Mzk1OTg1","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1893680","instructor_name":"Parthy Schachter","course_label":"ESL118","course_id":"ESL 118","course_uid":"course_44c96673fa1edf356243e374","review_date":"2024-05-07 21:21:56 +0000 UTC","comment":"Cannot agree more with her strict grading in Paper for this course, but overall she gives good lectures. Showing up in lecture for attendance and enhance your writing will help you succeed in this course.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1893680","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":5.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:12:47.692821+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM3OTgxMDI0","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1893680","instructor_name":"Parthy Schachter","course_label":"ESL118","course_id":"ESL 118","course_uid":"course_44c96673fa1edf356243e374","review_date":"2023-05-24 00:19:48 +0000 UTC","comment":"Class environment was really fun. Helpful feedback. My writing improved a lot from this class!","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1893680","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:12:47.692821+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM0MTQ3Njcx","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1893680","instructor_name":"Parthy Schachter","course_label":"ESL118","course_id":"ESL 118","course_uid":"course_44c96673fa1edf356243e374","review_date":"2020-12-19 11:06:25 +0000 UTC","comment":"Parthy did an amazing job transitioning to online instruction. She's extremely organized. This made my online learning experience top-notch. ESL118 is hard, but if you do exactly what she says, you won't be disappointed. Parthy is someone that other teachers need to learn from when it comes to transitioning to online classes. She's one of the best!","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1893680","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:12:47.692821+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTMzODkwNTEw","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1893680","instructor_name":"Parthy Schachter","course_label":"ESL118","course_id":"ESL 118","course_uid":"course_44c96673fa1edf356243e374","review_date":"2020-11-25 22:27:49 +0000 UTC","comment":"I have to say she is a good teacher but a tough grader. She also gives too much homework. She makes you feel like you are taking a 5-credit course. After all, ESL118 is a required course for all international students. If we have other options, no one would choose ESL.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1893680","quality_rating":3.0,"difficulty_rating":5.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:12:47.692821+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTMzODQ3MDE0","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1893680","instructor_name":"Parthy Schachter","course_label":"ESL118","course_id":"ESL 118","course_uid":"course_44c96673fa1edf356243e374","review_date":"2020-11-19 04:31:00 +0000 UTC","comment":"Parthy is one of the best instructors I've had at UW. She answers emails right away and gives lots of feedback and help. She is always well organized and clear.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1893680","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:12:47.692821+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTMyOTE0NjQ1","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1893680","instructor_name":"Parthy Schachter","course_label":"ESL118","course_id":"ESL 118","course_uid":"course_44c96673fa1edf356243e374","review_date":"2020-02-17 17:44:23 +0000 UTC","comment":"Tough grader. A lot of homework.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1893680","quality_rating":1.0,"difficulty_rating":5.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:12:47.692821+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTMyMzIzNzU2","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1893680","instructor_name":"Parthy Schachter","course_label":"ESL118","course_id":"ESL 118","course_uid":"course_44c96673fa1edf356243e374","review_date":"2019-10-27 20:44:52 +0000 UTC","comment":"Parthy gives way too much homework. You will never have a free weekend to have fun because of her heavy homework. She is the worst when it comes to attendance and grading. I do not recommend her at all.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1893680","quality_rating":2.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:12:47.692821+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTMyMjczMzkw","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1893680","instructor_name":"Parthy Schachter","course_label":"ESL118","course_id":"ESL 118","course_uid":"course_44c96673fa1edf356243e374","review_date":"2019-10-09 16:10:28 +0000 UTC","comment":"There is lots of work to do in her class. An 3-credit course can turn into 6-7credits theoretically. Still, you can learn a lot with even more efforts you put into. Suitable for students who think their life is not that hard and want to learn more.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1893680","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":5.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:12:47.692821+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTMxNzcwMjQw","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1893680","instructor_name":"Parthy Schachter","course_label":"ESL118","course_id":"ESL 118","course_uid":"course_44c96673fa1edf356243e374","review_date":"2019-05-04 20:31:21 +0000 UTC","comment":"Parthy gives solid and clear feedback to the writing projects. Even though the second draft's score is usually low, if you revise the essay according to her advice, rubric and really think about how to improve, you'll be fine when it comes to the final draft. She is a nice instructor and a fair grader.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1893680","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:12:47.692821+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTMxNjU5NTYy","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1893680","instructor_name":"Parthy Schachter","course_label":"ESL118","course_id":"ESL 118","course_uid":"course_44c96673fa1edf356243e374","review_date":"2019-04-24 03:27:29 +0000 UTC","comment":"Parthy is a mean grader and she is not clear in class. She even didn't prepare for class. She creates slides in class and for most of the time, there are no instructions in class. She asks us to discuss before we even don't know how to make the discussion better. She graded tough she has a high requirement of our essay quality.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1893680","quality_rating":3.0,"difficulty_rating":5.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:12:47.692821+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI5NDA5MjU3","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1893680","instructor_name":"Parthy Schachter","course_label":"ESL118","course_id":"ESL 118","course_uid":"course_44c96673fa1edf356243e374","review_date":"2018-01-08 04:21:55 +0000 UTC","comment":"Amazing instructor! Parthy gives very clear feedback and her lectures are fun.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1893680","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:12:47.692821+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI4MjA2MzA3","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1893680","instructor_name":"Parthy Schachter","course_label":"ESL118","course_id":"ESL 118","course_uid":"course_44c96673fa1edf356243e374","review_date":"2017-05-03 23:58:58 +0000 UTC","comment":"Although ESL 118 may not have the best reputation, this class was made much better by having Parthy as a professor. I would highly recommend choosing Parthy, she is a fair grader and a very nice lady.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1893680","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:12:47.692821+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI4MDY0MDEy","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1893680","instructor_name":"Parthy Schachter","course_label":"ESL118","course_id":"ESL 118","course_uid":"course_44c96673fa1edf356243e374","review_date":"2017-04-17 19:38:20 +0000 UTC","comment":"Parthy is a great teacher who cares a lot about her students. And she is really friendly and easy to talk to. You can learn a lot through her lecture.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1893680","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:12:47.692821+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI4MDM0NjIw","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1893680","instructor_name":"Parthy Schachter","course_label":"ESL118","course_id":"ESL 118","course_uid":"course_44c96673fa1edf356243e374","review_date":"2017-04-11 22:49:47 +0000 UTC","comment":"Parthy is a very nice instructor. She respects your idea and gives feedback on every assignments. She is not a easy grader, but I think the grades are fair. Go to her office hour. You can definitely ask any question you have about your paper, and she is really helpful.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1893680","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:12:47.692821+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI2Njc4NTcx","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1893680","instructor_name":"Parthy Schachter","course_label":"ESL118","course_id":"ESL 118","course_uid":"course_44c96673fa1edf356243e374","review_date":"2016-06-01 10:42:58 +0000 UTC","comment":"Parthy  is an amazing instructor. However, her grading is tough and she requires all the assignments right on time. She takes class participation and attendance very seriously. She is funny and makes the class interesting.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1893680","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:12:47.692821+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI2NTAwMDc3","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1893680","instructor_name":"Parthy Schachter","course_label":"ESL118","course_id":"ESL 118","course_uid":"course_44c96673fa1edf356243e374","review_date":"2016-05-07 18:12:24 +0000 UTC","comment":"She is a good instructor; organized, fair and helpful. The course is tough tho. She is not the \"easy grader\" you guys are looking for; however, she is fair and you will be fine if you put efforts in the course.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1893680","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:10:12.360610+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM1NzY4MzA3","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2097149","instructor_name":"Renee Lajcak","course_label":"ESL118","course_id":"ESL 118","course_uid":"course_44c96673fa1edf356243e374","review_date":"2022-01-18 21:33:08 +0000 UTC","comment":"At the start of ESL 118, I was almost certain that I would fail the class, but as I progressed I found out that Renee was extremely available for emails with questions (even on Sunday nights!), and always seemed to care for her students. With enough time commitment and enough communication with Renee, you too should be able to get an A!","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2097149","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:10:12.360610+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI4MjQ5MDY0","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2097149","instructor_name":"Renee Lajcak","course_label":"ESL118","course_id":"ESL 118","course_uid":"course_44c96673fa1edf356243e374","review_date":"2017-05-08 16:57:08 +0000 UTC","comment":"She was very nice! However, ESL 118 still need huge effort.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2097149","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:10:12.360610+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI4MjM1MTIw","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2097149","instructor_name":"Renee Lajcak","course_label":"ESL118","course_id":"ESL 118","course_uid":"course_44c96673fa1edf356243e374","review_date":"2017-05-06 22:41:00 +0000 UTC","comment":"Renee is always willing to help you refine your paper. She gives you good feedback and offers more As than other 118 instructors. I will definitely recommend my friends to take her class. You will learn things while getting a decent grade.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2097149","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:10:12.360610+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI4MjE1NDk3","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2097149","instructor_name":"Renee Lajcak","course_label":"ESL118","course_id":"ESL 118","course_uid":"course_44c96673fa1edf356243e374","review_date":"2017-05-04 18:26:42 +0000 UTC","comment":"The instructor was fine but this class is awful and does not help at all. All the materials and skills needed for writing are all basically covered very well in 117 courses. This class requires three papers with two themed one, just like what you did in 117 course, and one IRP which is a nightmare.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2097149","quality_rating":3.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:10:12.360610+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI3NTY5ODI2","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2097149","instructor_name":"Renee Lajcak","course_label":"ESL118","course_id":"ESL 118","course_uid":"course_44c96673fa1edf356243e374","review_date":"2016-12-19 18:07:44 +0000 UTC","comment":"Had a lovely class! She is very friendly and tries her best to develop your writing skills.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2097149","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:10:12.360610+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI2MzUzNDM0","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2097149","instructor_name":"Renee Lajcak","course_label":"ESL118","course_id":"ESL 118","course_uid":"course_44c96673fa1edf356243e374","review_date":"2016-04-22 01:49:03 +0000 UTC","comment":"Renee is the best teacher I met in college so far. Her class was interesting and lively, and she gave really specific feedback and reasonable grades on my papers. She showed her enthusiasm in teaching. She brought flowers from her backyard to the class, made brownie for us, and recommended good chocolate shops to us, making the class enjoyable.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2097149","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":1.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:10:12.360610+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI2MDYzNjA2","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2097149","instructor_name":"Renee Lajcak","course_label":"ESL118","course_id":"ESL 118","course_uid":"course_44c96673fa1edf356243e374","review_date":"2016-02-17 15:40:33 +0000 UTC","comment":"Nice teacher!! The course is really time-consuming, but she is really nice: gives a lot of good suggestions on how to improve your paper. Grading is a little strict, but if your work hard you can definitely get a decent score. Just don't expect to do nothing and get an A - that's impossible!","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2097149","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:10:12.360610+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI1ODY5NTI2","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2097149","instructor_name":"Renee Lajcak","course_label":"ESL118","course_id":"ESL 118","course_uid":"course_44c96673fa1edf356243e374","review_date":"2016-01-04 09:12:51 +0000 UTC","comment":"Professor Lajcak is awesome, one of the best I've ever had. She is always there to help you. Expect a lot of homework, but that's because of the course material. The course is hard, but the professor makes it much much much better!","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2097149","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:05:59.940152+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTQyOTYxNTcx","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2248161","instructor_name":"Shauna Crowther","course_label":"ESL118","course_id":"ESL 118","course_uid":"course_44c96673fa1edf356243e374","review_date":"2026-04-28 22:39:45 +0000 UTC","comment":"She will not give students positive feedback. All things need students to figure out on their own. You will get nothing from her class","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2248161","quality_rating":1.0,"difficulty_rating":5.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:05:59.940152+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTQyMzU5OTEw","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2248161","instructor_name":"Shauna Crowther","course_label":"ESL118","course_id":"ESL 118","course_uid":"course_44c96673fa1edf356243e374","review_date":"2025-12-20 17:00:40 +0000 UTC","comment":"She likes to give 0 on every assignment and will not tell you why and how to revise it.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2248161","quality_rating":1.0,"difficulty_rating":5.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:05:59.940152+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTQyMzU5OTAy","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2248161","instructor_name":"Shauna Crowther","course_label":"ESL118","course_id":"ESL 118","course_uid":"course_44c96673fa1edf356243e374","review_date":"2025-12-20 16:59:22 +0000 UTC","comment":"You will doubt your English skills after taking her class.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2248161","quality_rating":1.0,"difficulty_rating":5.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:05:59.940152+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTQyMzU5ODgy","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2248161","instructor_name":"Shauna Crowther","course_label":"ESL118","course_id":"ESL 118","course_uid":"course_44c96673fa1edf356243e374","review_date":"2025-12-20 16:56:46 +0000 UTC","comment":"The most hard-communicating teacher I ever seen before. Choose another teacher instead of she.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2248161","quality_rating":1.0,"difficulty_rating":5.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:05:59.940152+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTQyMTQ2Njk0","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2248161","instructor_name":"Shauna Crowther","course_label":"ESL118","course_id":"ESL 118","course_uid":"course_44c96673fa1edf356243e374","review_date":"2025-12-10 16:29:07 +0000 UTC","comment":"Shauna is a good teacher and a kind person. However, sometimes we struggle to understand what she actually wants in our essays. The comments she leaves on our assignments are often vague; for example, she frequently writes “lack of logical connection” without showing us what a strong logical connection would look like. ","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2248161","quality_rating":2.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:05:59.940152+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTQxODMwMzgz","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2248161","instructor_name":"Shauna Crowther","course_label":"ESL118","course_id":"ESL 118","course_uid":"course_44c96673fa1edf356243e374","review_date":"2025-11-09 20:22:51 +0000 UTC","comment":"Very tough grader. You have to revise your assignments over and over again and might still get a 0. Loves to torturing students. Tons of homework.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2248161","quality_rating":1.0,"difficulty_rating":5.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:05:59.940152+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTQxNjU5NjYy","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2248161","instructor_name":"Shauna Crowther","course_label":"ESL118","course_id":"ESL 118","course_uid":"course_44c96673fa1edf356243e374","review_date":"2025-09-23 15:39:16 +0000 UTC","comment":"It's hard to understand what she want you to do. Don't take her course.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2248161","quality_rating":1.0,"difficulty_rating":5.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:05:59.940152+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTQxNTY3ODEw","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2248161","instructor_name":"Shauna Crowther","course_label":"ESL118","course_id":"ESL 118","course_uid":"course_44c96673fa1edf356243e374","review_date":"2025-08-12 17:18:30 +0000 UTC","comment":"Too many useless things to do and she loves to give a 0. If you don't write a paper that she wants, you will fail on it every time.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2248161","quality_rating":1.0,"difficulty_rating":5.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:05:59.940152+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTQxNTU4NDgy","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2248161","instructor_name":"Shauna Crowther","course_label":"ESL118","course_id":"ESL 118","course_uid":"course_44c96673fa1edf356243e374","review_date":"2025-08-08 15:46:00 +0000 UTC","comment":"Her classes can be very stressful, and even if you write well, your work will be rejected. There is a problem of bias.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2248161","quality_rating":1.0,"difficulty_rating":5.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:05:59.940152+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTQxNTUxMTc5","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2248161","instructor_name":"Shauna Crowther","course_label":"ESL118","course_id":"ESL 118","course_uid":"course_44c96673fa1edf356243e374","review_date":"2025-08-06 00:56:04 +0000 UTC","comment":"You may spend about 20 hours per day on her class. Too subjective, never considering problems from the students' perspective, not taking students' feelings into account, and having personal biases in grading. Don't take her class at all.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2248161","quality_rating":1.0,"difficulty_rating":5.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:05:59.940152+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTQxNTIxNjI4","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2248161","instructor_name":"Shauna Crowther","course_label":"ESL118","course_id":"ESL 118","course_uid":"course_44c96673fa1edf356243e374","review_date":"2025-07-24 17:03:58 +0000 UTC","comment":"Too much things to do. Being overly subjective, relying solely on one's own understanding to grade, completely disregarding the feelings of classmates, and even being targeted and deliberately given a lower score. It is recommended not to attend her class. Stay away!","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2248161","quality_rating":1.0,"difficulty_rating":5.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:05:59.940152+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTQxNDE2Mjky","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2248161","instructor_name":"Shauna Crowther","course_label":"ESL118","course_id":"ESL 118","course_uid":"course_44c96673fa1edf356243e374","review_date":"2025-06-09 05:59:39 +0000 UTC","comment":"Very tough grader. You might spend 20 hours per week on this course and still earn an A-.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2248161","quality_rating":2.0,"difficulty_rating":5.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:05:59.940152+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM5NDEwMDA3","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2248161","instructor_name":"Shauna Crowther","course_label":"ESL118","course_id":"ESL 118","course_uid":"course_44c96673fa1edf356243e374","review_date":"2024-05-08 20:28:36 +0000 UTC","comment":"Shauna cares a lot about her students and give them the tools for success","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2248161","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:05:59.940152+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM2MDg1MzE3","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2248161","instructor_name":"Shauna Crowther","course_label":"ESL118","course_id":"ESL 118","course_uid":"course_44c96673fa1edf356243e374","review_date":"2022-04-15 19:05:04 +0000 UTC","comment":"Very responsible teacher who will carefully help you revise your draft and give you a lot of advice. My writing skills have improved a lot in this class. She also gave many extra credits. Like her very much.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2248161","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:05:59.940152+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM0Njc5Mjc4","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2248161","instructor_name":"Shauna Crowther","course_label":"ESL118","course_id":"ESL 118","course_uid":"course_44c96673fa1edf356243e374","review_date":"2021-05-02 05:38:34 +0000 UTC","comment":"Really a tough grader and a mean teacher. She even threatened me that I will not pass the class if I still write in my past style. She also used real-life examples and her own experience to contradict my logic fundamentally. However, the comments she gave are really effective and useful comparing to other teachers of ESL 118. She is a good teacher.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2248161","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":5.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:05:59.940152+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTMzOTk5NjAw","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2248161","instructor_name":"Shauna Crowther","course_label":"ESL118","course_id":"ESL 118","course_uid":"course_44c96673fa1edf356243e374","review_date":"2020-12-09 16:34:45 +0000 UTC","comment":"Tough grader with overloading homeword. I won't recommend her for everyone.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2248161","quality_rating":1.0,"difficulty_rating":5.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:05:59.940152+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTMzOTA1ODc4","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2248161","instructor_name":"Shauna Crowther","course_label":"ESL118","course_id":"ESL 118","course_uid":"course_44c96673fa1edf356243e374","review_date":"2020-11-30 13:38:38 +0000 UTC","comment":"Shauna is the best! I hated taking ESL 116, ESL 117. I was also super not excited to take 118 online, but she made it so easy. Her grading rubrics are very clear and she is easily accessible! If you can, take ESL with her.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2248161","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:05:59.940152+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTMzNTg1OTg0","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2248161","instructor_name":"Shauna Crowther","course_label":"ESL118","course_id":"ESL 118","course_uid":"course_44c96673fa1edf356243e374","review_date":"2020-08-14 11:34:02 +0000 UTC","comment":"Really nice professor. Very patient and kind. accepts late work. give high grades if you put some time into work.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2248161","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:05:59.940152+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTMxNzY0MDY3","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2248161","instructor_name":"Shauna Crowther","course_label":"ESL118","course_id":"ESL 118","course_uid":"course_44c96673fa1edf356243e374","review_date":"2019-05-03 22:38:46 +0000 UTC","comment":"Super mean. She actually uses no and you will fail the class in comments. She also makes sarcasric sounds sometimes when you ask a question that is really condesending","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2248161","quality_rating":1.0,"difficulty_rating":5.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:05:59.940152+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTMwMDcwNjk3","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2248161","instructor_name":"Shauna Crowther","course_label":"ESL118","course_id":"ESL 118","course_uid":"course_44c96673fa1edf356243e374","review_date":"2018-05-11 11:13:11 +0000 UTC","comment":"Shes awesome! ESL118 is tough course because of all the work, but if you just follow her instructions, youll be fine.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2248161","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:05:59.940152+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI5OTgxMjM1","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2248161","instructor_name":"Shauna Crowther","course_label":"ESL118","course_id":"ESL 118","course_uid":"course_44c96673fa1edf356243e374","review_date":"2018-05-03 22:22:41 +0000 UTC","comment":"Shauna is an excellent ESL teacher; she is a very typical American and knowledgeable at linguistics and writing. It seems like sometimes she doesn't understand your points in essays, so communication is very important and she's easy to reach; as long as you follow her revision suggestion for final draft of essays, you could get above AB grade.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2248161","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:05:59.940152+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI5ODYxNTU3","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2248161","instructor_name":"Shauna Crowther","course_label":"ESL118","course_id":"ESL 118","course_uid":"course_44c96673fa1edf356243e374","review_date":"2018-04-22 16:10:03 +0000 UTC","comment":"Shauna can be intimidating at first but that's because she wants you to do your best. She knows when you've put in effort to complete your work and she is kind of a tough grader on that. Nevertheless, if you feel like you have any questions and troubles with class she is more than happy to help you. She gave me a good grade and she helped me a lot.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2248161","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:05:00.685077+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTQxMjA3MjQy","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2121516","instructor_name":"Stella Isenbuegel","course_label":"ESL118","course_id":"ESL 118","course_uid":"course_44c96673fa1edf356243e374","review_date":"2025-05-08 04:37:41 +0000 UTC","comment":"A very organized instructor and an easy A class. Most homework is graded by completion, and the essays can get a nearly full mark as long as comments are addressed with effort. She made the boring content highly engaging, and the feedback she gave was very straightforward. However, be careful with the presentations.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2121516","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:05:00.685077+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM4MTgzNTI3","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2121516","instructor_name":"Stella Isenbuegel","course_label":"ESL118","course_id":"ESL 118","course_uid":"course_44c96673fa1edf356243e374","review_date":"2023-08-23 12:44:51 +0000 UTC","comment":"Getting an A in Stella's ESL 118 is not too difficult if you put in effort to complete each assignment. The feedback provided is straightforward and helpful. Stella truly makes 118 a class that enhances writing skills, rather than just being a dull requirement. The workload of the summer online version is also lighter than I expected.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2121516","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:05:00.685077+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM2OTUzNTYw","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2121516","instructor_name":"Stella Isenbuegel","course_label":"ESL118","course_id":"ESL 118","course_uid":"course_44c96673fa1edf356243e374","review_date":"2022-12-03 02:50:57 +0000 UTC","comment":"Stella is strict but she always tells the expectations and requirements ahead of time.  If you don't understand something  she meets with you and explains.  She gives a lot of detailed feedbacks on essays. She really cares that you understand and learn.  She's kind even if you forget, she gives extensions.  I wish I can take another class with her!","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2121516","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:05:00.685077+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM2MzgwODg2","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2121516","instructor_name":"Stella Isenbuegel","course_label":"ESL118","course_id":"ESL 118","course_uid":"course_44c96673fa1edf356243e374","review_date":"2022-05-20 07:19:18 +0000 UTC","comment":"Her altitude is totally not respecting student at all. At the same time class is totally helpless and she always tries to pick your problem. \nI paid lots of efforts but I cannot stand her at all. ","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2121516","quality_rating":1.0,"difficulty_rating":5.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:05:00.685077+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM2MTQ2ODI4","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2121516","instructor_name":"Stella Isenbuegel","course_label":"ESL118","course_id":"ESL 118","course_uid":"course_44c96673fa1edf356243e374","review_date":"2022-04-25 17:15:30 +0000 UTC","comment":"If you wish to get an A in ESL 118, don't ever choose Stella! She is very strict with every detail, she gives the harshest feedback to you for even the slightest mistake, and she doesn't care about your available time, and she might even ask you to REWRITE your entire paper in the last week. DO NOT choose Stella as your ESL 118 instructor!","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2121516","quality_rating":1.0,"difficulty_rating":5.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:05:00.685077+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTMzMDkzMzU5","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2121516","instructor_name":"Stella Isenbuegel","course_label":"ESL118","course_id":"ESL 118","course_uid":"course_44c96673fa1edf356243e374","review_date":"2020-04-20 22:54:18 +0000 UTC","comment":"Stella is an amazing teacher. She has high standard, but she also makes clear what she expects at the beginning. She's very accessible and offers a lot of help outside of class if needed. The feedback she gives is helpful to make improvement, and she never uses discouraging word. Even though her class has many work to do, you can really learn a lot","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2121516","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:05:00.685077+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI5MjgyNDYx","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2121516","instructor_name":"Stella Isenbuegel","course_label":"ESL118","course_id":"ESL 118","course_uid":"course_44c96673fa1edf356243e374","review_date":"2017-12-19 20:34:28 +0000 UTC","comment":"Stella is really a good teacher, really responsive. She never show your bad mood in class. Her revision and advice about the essay are the most helpful feedback I ever get in English class. She also prepares cookies during peer revision! Really a lovely lecturer.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2121516","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:05:00.685077+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI3MjE0NDY1","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2121516","instructor_name":"Stella Isenbuegel","course_label":"ESL118","course_id":"ESL 118","course_uid":"course_44c96673fa1edf356243e374","review_date":"2016-11-17 17:46:26 +0000 UTC","comment":"Lectures boring as hell. Participation policy is tougher than other teachers from the same class for no reason.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2121516","quality_rating":1.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:04:31.930713+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTMwMTUwMTc2","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1232986","instructor_name":"Steve Timm","course_label":"ESL118","course_id":"ESL 118","course_uid":"course_44c96673fa1edf356243e374","review_date":"2018-05-19 03:27:29 +0000 UTC","comment":"THE BEST PROFESSOR EVER! He is a master of writing, and I am always suprised with his writing. He is super nice, and I encourage everyone to talk to him after the class (you will learn a lot!). Not many assignments besides the 3 assignments that every ESL118 classes have to do. Defintely recommand him for his humors and extreme kindness :).","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1232986","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:04:31.930713+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI5NjA2MDQ2","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1232986","instructor_name":"Steve Timm","course_label":"ESL118","course_id":"ESL 118","course_uid":"course_44c96673fa1edf356243e374","review_date":"2018-02-28 13:51:24 +0000 UTC","comment":"Best teacher in the ESL department!!!!! He said everyone will get an A in this tough class","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1232986","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":1.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:04:31.930713+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI5MjQwNTUz","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1232986","instructor_name":"Steve Timm","course_label":"ESL118","course_id":"ESL 118","course_uid":"course_44c96673fa1edf356243e374","review_date":"2017-12-16 23:07:02 +0000 UTC","comment":"He is the best ESL teacher I have ever met. IF YOU WORK HARD, YOU CAN GET AN A. Very useful conference.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1232986","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:04:31.930713+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI3OTgzNTA2","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1232986","instructor_name":"Steve Timm","course_label":"ESL118","course_id":"ESL 118","course_uid":"course_44c96673fa1edf356243e374","review_date":"2017-04-03 00:55:21 +0000 UTC","comment":"He is the best ESL teacher I have ever met. He is always available after or before class, he tells you what to do and helps you do some research. He also cares about yourself as a person, about lives and so on. He is not a tough grader at all, if I would have put more effort into this class, it should be an easy A.  You won't regret taking him.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1232986","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:04:31.930713+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI0NzgxNjIz","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1232986","instructor_name":"Steve Timm","course_label":"ESL118","course_id":"ESL 118","course_uid":"course_44c96673fa1edf356243e374","review_date":"2015-05-08 22:03:24 +0000 UTC","comment":"The best ESL teacher ever! He is very helpful even out of class! And understand his students. Also a easy grader. ","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1232986","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":1.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:04:31.930713+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI0NzcxNzkz","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1232986","instructor_name":"Steve Timm","course_label":"ESL118","course_id":"ESL 118","course_uid":"course_44c96673fa1edf356243e374","review_date":"2015-05-07 21:33:05 +0000 UTC","comment":"Steve is very helpful. As long as you finish your homework with hard work you will get A.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1232986","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:04:31.930713+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTIzNzQ0OTY5","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1232986","instructor_name":"Steve Timm","course_label":"ESL118","course_id":"ESL 118","course_uid":"course_44c96673fa1edf356243e374","review_date":"2014-11-04 22:42:01 +0000 UTC","comment":"He is definitely the best teacher I ever had. He is always helpful, and he is a great friend out of class. Steve is definitely an expert on teaching students who take English as second language, and he made teaching and learning really fun.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1232986","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:04:31.930713+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTIxNzExNzgz","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1232986","instructor_name":"Steve Timm","course_label":"ESL118","course_id":"ESL 118","course_uid":"course_44c96673fa1edf356243e374","review_date":"2013-05-08 20:25:03 +0000 UTC","comment":"He's the best teacher I've ever had!!! The class was awesome and so mun fun. He's willing to help and give a lot of helpful advices. I definately recommend him.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1232986","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:04:31.930713+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTE3NDI1MjA4","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1232986","instructor_name":"Steve Timm","course_label":"ESL118","course_id":"ESL 118","course_uid":"course_44c96673fa1edf356243e374","review_date":"2010-07-16 12:21:59 +0000 UTC","comment":"He is the best English teacher I have ever had!!! Extremely helpful! He made the boring English writing class interesting. I had him for ESL 115 too. Best ESL class ever.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1232986","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:02:24.648733+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTQxMjc0OTEy","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1616323","instructor_name":"Terry Nuckolls","course_label":"ESL118","course_id":"ESL 118","course_uid":"course_44c96673fa1edf356243e374","review_date":"2025-05-14 01:45:28 +0000 UTC","comment":"His record of attendance was terrible as he gave one of the female students a “free” late for over ten minutes for no reason. He also does not clearly grade your assignments as not rubric is submitted on canvas for you to check. The humiliation of student is also a problem. Calling students “dummy” and “stupid” should not be acceptable.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1616323","quality_rating":1.0,"difficulty_rating":5.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:02:24.648733+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM5NzQ4OTUw","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1616323","instructor_name":"Terry Nuckolls","course_label":"ESL118","course_id":"ESL 118","course_uid":"course_44c96673fa1edf356243e374","review_date":"2025-01-09 02:14:28 +0000 UTC","comment":"He is fierce at the beginning but gradually becomes friendly, perhaps he wants students to follow his rules. Each homework will be given a guide before grading. However, ESL course has too many assignments, but this is the matter of the course. ","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1616323","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:02:24.648733+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM5NzQ5MjMy","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1616323","instructor_name":"Terry Nuckolls","course_label":"ESL118","course_id":"ESL 118","course_uid":"course_44c96673fa1edf356243e374","review_date":"2024-09-27 20:08:27 +0000 UTC","comment":"His lectures are interesting. He also gives some course time to do assignments. He gives some examples to homework, so just need to follow and modify on them","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1616323","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:02:24.648733+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM4MTM0OTkz","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1616323","instructor_name":"Terry Nuckolls","course_label":"ESL118","course_id":"ESL 118","course_uid":"course_44c96673fa1edf356243e374","review_date":"2023-07-31 23:40:13 +0000 UTC","comment":"One of the best professors I had, his class was a lot of work but he gave clear feedback and the work was not too hard. He was really caring, changed deadlines if needed and gave extra opportunities for those making effort. He might have been a little scary sometimes but it was mainly him playing jokes. Participate in his class and he will like you","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1616323","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:02:24.648733+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM2MzI5NzQ3","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1616323","instructor_name":"Terry Nuckolls","course_label":"ESL118","course_id":"ESL 118","course_uid":"course_44c96673fa1edf356243e374","review_date":"2022-05-13 07:39:09 +0000 UTC","comment":"Terry is the best English teacher that I had. I was scared of him during my first lecture, but then I understood that he is a very kind and supportive person. What I liked most about him is that he genuinely cares about his students and always wants to help. Definitely recommend taking 118 with him, because he makes the course fun and not so hard.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1616323","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:02:24.648733+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTMyMTEwNTcy","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1616323","instructor_name":"Terry Nuckolls","course_label":"ESL118","course_id":"ESL 118","course_uid":"course_44c96673fa1edf356243e374","review_date":"2019-07-21 05:52:59 +0000 UTC","comment":"The best English teacher Ive ever had!","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1616323","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:02:24.648733+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTMxNjAxNzE5","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1616323","instructor_name":"Terry Nuckolls","course_label":"ESL118","course_id":"ESL 118","course_uid":"course_44c96673fa1edf356243e374","review_date":"2019-04-16 05:23:40 +0000 UTC","comment":"I was so intimidated and scared of him at first, but eventually you'll get to know that he's very caring toward his students. Just do all his work and you'll do fine in his class. You definitely don't want to upset him in class! xD","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1616323","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:02:24.648733+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI5OTg4NDUw","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1616323","instructor_name":"Terry Nuckolls","course_label":"ESL118","course_id":"ESL 118","course_uid":"course_44c96673fa1edf356243e374","review_date":"2018-05-04 15:37:41 +0000 UTC","comment":"Terry is a very respectable English teacher with vast knowledge. He also cares a lot about his students and gives A LOT of feedback and advice for those who are struggling. He's a cool guy when you get to know him.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1616323","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:02:24.648733+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI5ODE0MTM2","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1616323","instructor_name":"Terry Nuckolls","course_label":"ESL118","course_id":"ESL 118","course_uid":"course_44c96673fa1edf356243e374","review_date":"2018-04-16 16:05:17 +0000 UTC","comment":"He seems a tough grader for the very first time, but actually he's caring and nice when grading papers. Workload is not that many compared to other ESL 118 instructors.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1616323","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:02:24.648733+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI4OTQ0NTU2","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1616323","instructor_name":"Terry Nuckolls","course_label":"ESL118","course_id":"ESL 118","course_uid":"course_44c96673fa1edf356243e374","review_date":"2017-11-21 01:50:34 +0000 UTC","comment":"He is fine in teaching. He explained his idea really well and he respected your idea. Easy to get angry. When you were meeting with him, he might get angry for very little reason. He is always nice to girls, and he is more demanding to guys. He graded your paper pretty harsh, but you might get an A or AB at last. He is fine. You can take his 118.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1616323","quality_rating":3.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:02:24.648733+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI1ODE2ODg3","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1616323","instructor_name":"Terry Nuckolls","course_label":"ESL118","course_id":"ESL 118","course_uid":"course_44c96673fa1edf356243e374","review_date":"2015-12-24 00:01:05 +0000 UTC","comment":"Terry made the class very enjoyable and improved my writing greatly. He might seem intimidating but is actually very approachable.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1616323","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:02:24.648733+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI1Njk2NjI2","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1616323","instructor_name":"Terry Nuckolls","course_label":"ESL118","course_id":"ESL 118","course_uid":"course_44c96673fa1edf356243e374","review_date":"2015-12-14 23:54:06 +0000 UTC","comment":"ESL118 is a 3 credit course that feels like it should be worth 10. However, Terry made the experience as pleasant as it could be. He was intimidating at the start of the semester but by the third week, you'll warm up to him. He was funny, charming, and super helpful with every student. I really felt like he cared about his students a lot. LOVE HIM!","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1616323","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:02:24.648733+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI1MTc1MzU1","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1616323","instructor_name":"Terry Nuckolls","course_label":"ESL118","course_id":"ESL 118","course_uid":"course_44c96673fa1edf356243e374","review_date":"2015-09-06 21:31:20 +0000 UTC","comment":"Terry is an amazing instructor and I was very lucky to have him for ESL 118. He seems really scary at the start of the semester, but that soon fades away as the semester goes by. While he does care a lot about the essay format more than other instructors, I found that if you follow his instructions, you can get an A easily. Terry, thanks a lot.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1616323","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:02:24.648733+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI0NDg3MTky","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1616323","instructor_name":"Terry Nuckolls","course_label":"ESL118","course_id":"ESL 118","course_uid":"course_44c96673fa1edf356243e374","review_date":"2015-03-22 19:43:10 +0000 UTC","comment":"it is ridiculous to say he is fair because he always gets as many points off as he can if you did something he doesn't like but totally OK for APA style. He just accepts the style he prefers and makes you use it no matter how unreasonable it is. You cannot argue with him but if you do ,you only get more points off and is called\"stupid\",\"dumb\"","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1616323","quality_rating":3.0,"difficulty_rating":5.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:02:24.648733+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI0MTM2MTQx","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1616323","instructor_name":"Terry Nuckolls","course_label":"ESL118","course_id":"ESL 118","course_uid":"course_44c96673fa1edf356243e374","review_date":"2014-12-18 16:40:27 +0000 UTC","comment":"Terry is definitely the best ESL instructor !!! You may be feel uncomfortable at the begining of the semster, but you will soon find that he is actaully a really nice person. The grade is fair. Three papers, each 4-10 pages. ","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1616323","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:02:24.648733+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTIzNjA0NzYx","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1616323","instructor_name":"Terry Nuckolls","course_label":"ESL118","course_id":"ESL 118","course_uid":"course_44c96673fa1edf356243e374","review_date":"2014-09-21 17:26:00 +0000 UTC","comment":"He is one of those who have bad attitude and always make you feel that u are the stupidest student in the world. No respect to his students.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1616323","quality_rating":3.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:01:46.129014+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTMxODEyODY0","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1994502","instructor_name":"Timothy Dalby","course_label":"ESL118","course_id":"ESL 118","course_uid":"course_44c96673fa1edf356243e374","review_date":"2019-05-08 18:39:50 +0000 UTC","comment":"ESL118 is sure hard work, but Tim is really helpful -- he is always willing to answer your questions and give you advice.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1994502","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:01:46.129014+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTMxNzYxNzEz","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1994502","instructor_name":"Timothy Dalby","course_label":"ESL118","course_id":"ESL 118","course_uid":"course_44c96673fa1edf356243e374","review_date":"2019-05-03 18:55:54 +0000 UTC","comment":"The best ESL118 teacher ever. The course is heavy workload, but Tim makes it managebale. He's always available to answer question after class, and he really cares about students!.. Definitely recommend to take his class!!","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1994502","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:01:46.129014+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTMxNjE0ODc5","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1994502","instructor_name":"Timothy Dalby","course_label":"ESL118","course_id":"ESL 118","course_uid":"course_44c96673fa1edf356243e374","review_date":"2019-04-17 19:07:32 +0000 UTC","comment":"Tries to make class engaging so you are not just pointlessly sitting around. Most of the classes are group work which is quite useful. Provides great feedback to papers and is a very generous grader if you follow his comments (or not, very flexible). Very flexible with deadlines (just ask him, he would almost never say no) and very caring. 11/10!","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1994502","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:01:46.129014+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTMwNzU2MzY5","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1994502","instructor_name":"Timothy Dalby","course_label":"ESL118","course_id":"ESL 118","course_uid":"course_44c96673fa1edf356243e374","review_date":"2018-11-19 15:32:39 +0000 UTC","comment":"A really really good instructor. Can give you an extension. Don't give up on the class yet. It is not hard when your instructor tries so hard.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1994502","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":5.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:01:46.129014+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI5Nzk5Nzk3","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1994502","instructor_name":"Timothy Dalby","course_label":"ESL118","course_id":"ESL 118","course_uid":"course_44c96673fa1edf356243e374","review_date":"2018-04-13 13:50:37 +0000 UTC","comment":"The best English instructor so far. Not only he's funny, but he also helps a lot. Just do what he asks you to do and you'll guarantee get the A. He will always give you advices on what to do and not to do. Don't ignore him.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1994502","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:01:46.129014+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI4NjExMTI1","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1994502","instructor_name":"Timothy Dalby","course_label":"ESL118","course_id":"ESL 118","course_uid":"course_44c96673fa1edf356243e374","review_date":"2017-08-14 00:20:19 +0000 UTC","comment":"Tim is absolutely amazing. I've always heard great things about him and decided to take his class in the summer. I'm positive at least 9 out of 10 students in class appreciate how thoughtful and understanding he is. He always knows what to say to motivate and help build students' confidence whenever needed.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1994502","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:01:46.129014+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI2ODcwMTYw","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1994502","instructor_name":"Timothy Dalby","course_label":"ESL118","course_id":"ESL 118","course_uid":"course_44c96673fa1edf356243e374","review_date":"2016-08-06 21:30:27 +0000 UTC","comment":"Tim is a great professor and a generous grader! 118 is really a terrible class. Tim makes it better. Good luck!","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1994502","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:01:46.129014+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI2NDk2MTU4","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1994502","instructor_name":"Timothy Dalby","course_label":"ESL118","course_id":"ESL 118","course_uid":"course_44c96673fa1edf356243e374","review_date":"2016-05-07 01:20:06 +0000 UTC","comment":"ESL 118 sucks but having Tim as your instructor makes it bearable. He usually tries his best to help you if you ask and often gives extensions. He is a very understanding lecturer so be honest with him but don't take him for granted. If you incorporate his feedback well enough, you will definitely be happy with your grade.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1994502","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":5.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:01:46.129014+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI2NDkwMTQ3","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1994502","instructor_name":"Timothy Dalby","course_label":"ESL118","course_id":"ESL 118","course_uid":"course_44c96673fa1edf356243e374","review_date":"2016-05-06 13:18:46 +0000 UTC","comment":"Tim was a very lenient and helpful Proffessor. If you put effort in the assignments, Tim will respect that, and you will get your expected grade. You must expect work from ESL118, so work hard.  He will give extensions if you need them. I would retake this course with him if I had to, so its a YES from me.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1994502","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:01:46.129014+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI2NDU4Mzk4","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1994502","instructor_name":"Timothy Dalby","course_label":"ESL118","course_id":"ESL 118","course_uid":"course_44c96673fa1edf356243e374","review_date":"2016-05-03 23:31:03 +0000 UTC","comment":"Knows his stuff thoroughly, is well prepared and makes class super fun. Very approachable and always offers constructive suggestions to help you excel the course. Assignments keep coming at you endlessly, but then again, you're expected to write three research papers in a semester!","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1994502","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:01:46.129014+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI2NDU4MTk2","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1994502","instructor_name":"Timothy Dalby","course_label":"ESL118","course_id":"ESL 118","course_uid":"course_44c96673fa1edf356243e374","review_date":"2016-05-03 23:10:43 +0000 UTC","comment":"The course requires a lot of dedicated work but Tim is an excellent instructor. He is very supportive, helpful and is clear with instructions and feedback. He is also very understanding and gives you multiple opportunities if you talk to him and explain your problem.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1994502","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:01:46.129014+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI2MzE5NjMz","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1994502","instructor_name":"Timothy Dalby","course_label":"ESL118","course_id":"ESL 118","course_uid":"course_44c96673fa1edf356243e374","review_date":"2016-04-18 15:22:19 +0000 UTC","comment":"Tim is a great instructor, his ratings are highly deceptive. He gives extensions usually, gives great feedback, spends a lot of time with you out of class to help you on coursework. Tim is only reason I did well in this class.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1994502","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:01:46.129014+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI1MTQ1MjE1","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1994502","instructor_name":"Timothy Dalby","course_label":"ESL118","course_id":"ESL 118","course_uid":"course_44c96673fa1edf356243e374","review_date":"2015-08-24 07:51:16 +0000 UTC","comment":"Tim is tough and sarcastic, but not exactly mean. He wants to see you succeed, but you need to ask for help when you want it. He gave me so many extensions and always accepted my late work, though he expects it before he wakes up. Don't give excuses, and be honest and open about what you've done and haven't done. ","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1994502","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":5.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:01:46.129014+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI0NzQ4OTAy","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1994502","instructor_name":"Timothy Dalby","course_label":"ESL118","course_id":"ESL 118","course_uid":"course_44c96673fa1edf356243e374","review_date":"2015-05-05 21:22:14 +0000 UTC","comment":"He is not the worst one. Choose him if you have no choices for this class.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1994502","quality_rating":2.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:01:46.129014+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI0NTA4ODE4","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1994502","instructor_name":"Timothy Dalby","course_label":"ESL118","course_id":"ESL 118","course_uid":"course_44c96673fa1edf356243e374","review_date":"2015-03-26 23:10:01 +0000 UTC","comment":"toughest grader of all professor of 118. and no helpful at all. i have not made any progress in this class. assignment feedbacks are sarcastic.  no one in the class like him. too picky too pushy.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1994502","quality_rating":2.0,"difficulty_rating":5.0}]