Beth McCoy - SUNY Geneseo, Geneseo, NY

Professor: Beth McCoy

Department: English

College: SUNY Geneseo, Geneseo, NY

Rating # 1

Overview:

• Course: INTD105
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

• For Credit: Yes
• Textbook Used: Yes
• Would Take Again: Yes
• Attendance: Mandatory

Comment:

Although she is a tough grader she really pushes you to "unpack" and transform not only your writing but your thinkING. On our first essay draft I did not know what I saying and I wasn't sure how to deal with the big concepts we were analyzing. Through her excellent feedback and constructive criticism I became a better writer, thinker and person.

Rating # 2

Overview:

• Course: ENGL101
• Grade Received: A-
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

• For Credit: Yes
• Textbook Used: Yes
• Would Take Again: Yes
• Attendance: N/A

Comment:

Beth is a caring person, gives constructive feedback, and is accessible outside of class. She truly cares about her work and her students. Reading the books she assigns is a must for class discussion however, she breaks up the reading clearly on the syllabus and tries not to overload students.

Rating # 3

Overview:

• Course: ENG203
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

• For Credit: Yes
• Textbook Used: Yes
• Would Take Again: Yes
• Attendance: Mandatory

Comment:

Professor McCoy is a very smart and caring woman who gets the bigger picture. She forces you to really dive into the literature and make unique connections, which helps you become a better thinker. Take her class if you want to become a more skilled writer, reader and human being.

Rating # 4

Overview:

• Course: ENGL203
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

• For Credit: Yes
• Textbook Used: Yes
• Would Take Again: Yes
• Attendance: Mandatory

Comment:

Prof. McCoy's Intertextuality class was the most difficult thing I've ever done! Readings were challenging (I'm looking at you Cane!) Be sure to participate and "unpack", DON'T forget to blog (20% of your grade), and essays... oof! On that note, Prof. McCoy will always work zealously and creatively to help you out. Also, I want to marry her.

Rating # 5

Overview:

• Course: HONR202
• Grade Received: B-
• Overall Rating: 3.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

• For Credit: Yes
• Textbook Used: No
• Would Take Again: No
• Attendance: Mandatory

Comment:

Kinda annoying, I am politically correct, but she is weirdly overly confusingly politically correct.

Rating # 6

Overview:

• Course: ENGL337
• Grade Received: C
• Overall Rating: 4.5
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

• For Credit: Yes
• Textbook Used: Yes
• Would Take Again: N/A
• Attendance: Mandatory

Comment:

Dr. Beth is by far the most amazing professor I have had so far during my academic career at Geneseo. She is clear, direct, honest, and truly is there to help you become a better writer (and in my opinion, also a better person). Don't be fooled though, she is a tough grader, but all of her criticisms are constructive and actually helpful!

Rating # 7

Overview:

• Course: INTD105
• Grade Received: A-
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

• For Credit: Yes
• Textbook Used: Yes
• Would Take Again: Yes
• Attendance: Mandatory

Comment:

Dr. Beth helped me to TRANSFORM, not only my writing, but my way of thinking too. She pushes you, but does so because she believes in you. I FAILED the first paper, but I worked hard and managed an A-. Was it easy? NO. Was it worth it? ABSOLUTELY. I took her 3 years ago and am still able to email her if I need help. She is a true gem! TAKE HER :D

Rating # 8

Overview:

• Course: ENG105
• Grade Received: Not sure yet
• Overall Rating: 3.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

• For Credit: Yes
• Textbook Used: Yes
• Would Take Again: N/A
• Attendance: Mandatory

Comment:

McCoy grades very hard and expects a lot out of her students. I would say the majority of her classes consisted of individual work on assigned essays. She offers several extra credit opportunities throughout the semester which I strongly recommend. No tests or quizzes ever. Watch out for forum post deadlines... MAKE THEM GOOD BC THEY ARE GRADED!

Rating # 9

Overview:

• Course: ENGL203
• Grade Received: Not sure yet
• Overall Rating: 4.5
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

• For Credit: Yes
• Textbook Used: Yes
• Would Take Again: N/A
• Attendance: Mandatory

Comment:

Professor McCoy is honestly one of the best teachers I've ever had. She is so caring and committed to her job. She actually cares about her students and understands that we have other classes and lives to take care of outside of class. She makes everyone feel intelligent and makes you feel like your opinions are important. Would recommend.

Rating # 10

Overview:

• Course: 203
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.5
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

• For Credit: Yes
• Textbook Used: Yes
• Would Take Again: Yes
• Attendance: N/A

Comment:

I learned a lot. I had to work for it but I learned a lot about the English discipline and major at Geneseo. McCoy's lectures are elaborate and at times difficult to follow, but if you trust her enough to follow even if at first you don't completely understand, you'll learn a lot too. I highly recommend her for ENGL 203 and for other classes.

Rating # 11

Overview:

• Course: ENGL337
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.5
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

• For Credit: N/A
• Textbook Used: Yes
• Would Take Again: N/A
• Attendance: N/A

Comment:

McCoy's African American Literature course was great! SHe places emphasis on participation and "unpacking" your ideas. She always made herself available to her students and she keeps the response papers open for interpretation.

Rating # 12

Overview:

• Course: INTD105
• Grade Received: A-
• Overall Rating: 4.5
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

• For Credit: N/A
• Textbook Used: Yes
• Would Take Again: N/A
• Attendance: N/A

Comment:

Dr. Beth was absolutely fantastic! It is true that INTD is not a class freshmen typically enjoy. However, I improved TREMENDOUSLY in my ability to write. Is it an easy class? No, you have to work really hard and you will probably get upset multiple times throughout the semester. KEEP GOING. I promise you it is well worth it.

Rating # 13

Overview:

• Course: ENGL237
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 4.5
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

• For Credit: N/A
• Textbook Used: Yes
• Would Take Again: N/A
• Attendance: Not Mandatory

Comment:

Simply the best teacher I've ever had in any context. Challenging, takes your work seriously, holds you to high standards, and pushes you to THINK. Also incredibly helpful and an excellent mentor.

Rating # 14

Overview:

• Course: INTD105
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

• For Credit: N/A
• Textbook Used: Yes
• Would Take Again: N/A
• Attendance: N/A

Comment:

Dr. McCoy is absolutely fantastic. One of the smartest people I have ever met and someone that has taught me so much, going beyond the classroom. You have to work hard, but it is well worth it as the knowledge you obtain at semesters end is what college is all about. Highly recommend.

Rating # 15

Overview:

• Course: INTD105
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

• For Credit: N/A
• Textbook Used: Yes
• Would Take Again: N/A
• Attendance: N/A

Comment:

She's an absolutely great teacher, but be warned, she expects A LOT. McCoy wants you to work hard to improve as a writer, but as long as you're willing to put in some effort, it will pay off. I recommend this class to anyone who wants to become a better writer within a semester(And is able to work hard!)

Rating # 16

Overview:

• Course: ENGL337
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

• For Credit: N/A
• Textbook Used: Yes
• Would Take Again: N/A
• Attendance: N/A

Comment:

Extremely intelligent woman who will challenge the way you look at the world. Don't expect everything to come together at the end of the class - she wants you to start asking questions in her class and begin answering them afterward - and on your own. GO TO CLASS - she doesn't give reading quizzes, but her classes are an experience. Be there.

Rating # 17

Overview:

• Course: AMST200
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.5
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

• For Credit: N/A
• Textbook Used: Yes
• Would Take Again: N/A
• Attendance: N/A

Comment:

Best teacher at Geneseo. Changed my life.

Rating # 18

Overview:

• Course: ENGL237
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

• For Credit: N/A
• Textbook Used: Yes
• Would Take Again: N/A
• Attendance: N/A

Comment:

Her material is really complex therefore her papers were difficult to write. Gives a lot extra credit opportunities. Extremely helpful. I enjoyed going to her class.

Rating # 19

Overview:

• Course: INTD105
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

• For Credit: N/A
• Textbook Used: Yes
• Would Take Again: N/A
• Attendance: N/A

Comment:

Best class I have taken so far at Geneseo. Even if you are a horrible writer, if you work at it you will improve by taking this class. Definitely go to all of the conferences, they help a lot.

Rating # 20

Overview:

• Course: ENGL170
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

• For Credit: N/A
• Textbook Used: Yes
• Would Take Again: N/A
• Attendance: N/A

Comment:

Beth was personable and fun. The texts were all relevant and useful. Her feedback was helpful and thoughtful. She makes you think outside the box and find what really interests you. I learned so much from her and I'm very impressed with her as an educator. The coursework could be very challenging, but not stressful.