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RENEE LAJCAK

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Raw average: 4.44/5 from 9 quality ratings. The adjusted rating blends this with the UW review average (3.66/5), weighted as 20 additional ratings. Smaller samples stay closer to that average. Each captured review is counted once in the prior; this does not correct who chooses to leave a review.

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What students say

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ESL 118
Quality 5/5Difficulty 3/5
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!
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ESL 116
Quality 2/5Difficulty 4/5
she is a terrible teacher. At first, you will find wow she is a great person. But gradually you will feel the class is extremely boring. Such a boring class requires participation is really annoying. She is also a very tough grader. You will get a very low score in your summary believe me. So do not take her class, neither helpful nor useful.
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ESL 118
Quality 5/5Difficulty 2/5
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.
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ESL 118
Quality 3/5Difficulty 4/5
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.
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ESL 118
Quality 5/5Difficulty 2/5
Had a lovely class! She is very friendly and tries her best to develop your writing skills.
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