Michele Scaife - Santa Monica College, Santa Monica, CA

Professor: Michele Scaife

Department: Social Science

College: Santa Monica College, Santa Monica, CA

Rating # 1

Overview:

• Course: SOC003
• Grade Received: B-
• Overall Rating: 3.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Her lectures are heavy and the questions she asks on your test are hard to translate. Did I also mention her exams are pretty much your grade so if you are not good at testing this is not the class for you

Rating # 2

Overview:

• Course: SOC1
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Her class is mostly lectures based off the book. She's a nice teacher, but her class is a tad bit difficult. With a couple of hours of studying, any student can do well.

Rating # 3

Overview:

• Course: SOCIO1
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 3.0
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

• For Credit: Yes
• Textbook Used: Yes
• Would Take Again: No
• Attendance: Not Mandatory

Comment:

I took this class in the summer and it was way harder than I thought. Sociology is an easy course but she makes it difficult and has very long lectures. She is nice and I received an A, however she makes you work for it. Didnt enjoy the class and wont take again. She is nice though, just not a fan of her teaching style.

Rating # 4

Overview:

• Course: SOC02
• Grade Received: B+
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

She is intimidating at first, but if you read and study for the lessons you will pass this class. Attendance is important if you expect to pass this class. She does not do lessons on a book rather than an online book.

Rating # 5

Overview:

• Course: SOCIOL1
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

She's a bit intimidating at start, but she's actually nice. Show up to class for lectures, read the chapters, and you'll be set for her exams. Make sure you read the chapters at least once and pay close attention to her lectures as she used them for the essay question of the exams. Overall, I liked her & her class was very informative.

Rating # 6

Overview:

• Course: SOC02
• Grade Received: B+
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Professor Scaife is an amazing teacher. I didn't take Soc. 1 (recommended), but she showed me what information to know so I could understand Soc. 2. She explains clearly what will be on the exams and you can also get partial credit on exam responses if you show some understanding of the material. Don't miss out this is one terrific professor.

Rating # 7

Overview:

• Course: SOCIO150
• Grade Received: B
• Overall Rating: 2.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

• For Credit: No
• Textbook Used: Yes
• Would Take Again: No
• Attendance: Not Mandatory

Comment:

DO NOT TAKE. This class is a GE. The amount of time you'll have to put into this class is tremendous. Is she a professor? No, more like a military sergeant. Her lectures are literally the same exact thing written in the book. The exams are based on the book. Exams are filled with random facts an stats youd have to remember. She tries to trick you!

Rating # 8

Overview:

• Course: SOC1
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Consistent and clear. First day she will explain how the class will be then it's up to you to follow. Lectures are interesting. Text book or online book is needed. Read the chapters plus study lecture notes and tests will be smooth. No surprises. Communicate if you will be late or absent. I enjoyed her class and would recommend

Rating # 9

Overview:

• Course: SOC2
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 3.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

• For Credit: Yes
• Textbook Used: Yes
• Would Take Again: No
• Attendance: Not Mandatory

Comment:

really boring lectures, seriously copies everything out of the book and outlines it on the board. this is a social problems class, and she didn't discuss any of the current social problems we are experiencing as a country!! easy A, grade is based off of 4 tests, a final, and a really easy project where you watch documentaries. just super boring.

Rating # 10

Overview:

• Course: SOC1
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

She really isn't as bad as everyone makes it seem. She tells everyone on the first day of class that if you only study her notes you'll probably get a D at best and you HAVE to read the book. Pay attention in class, read the book, use the resources available like practice quizzes available online. Just try to be engaged, it helps with this class.

Rating # 11

Overview:

• Course: SOC02
• Grade Received: A+
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Alright, I loved professor Scaife. She may come off a little cold at first but she really is a super interesting, kind person. She is also INCREDIBLY passionate about sociology which i LOVED. Tests are DIRECTLY FROM THE TEXTBOOK and not difficult however many classmates had trouble with it! i thought it was easy. Just study (shocker!).

Rating # 12

Overview:

• Course: SOC01
• Grade Received: A+
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Professor Scaife is a great teacher. Very clear lecture, clear writing on the board. clear and interesting lecture. 3 exam and 1 final. 75 multiple choice and 1 shout essay question ( 5 point) I essay home homework( 20 point)- if you study for exam, it is easy. do not miss classes, take good note, read book really well. Then you get A.

Rating # 13

Overview:

• Course: SOCIOL1
• Grade Received: B+
• Overall Rating: 3.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

• For Credit: Yes
• Textbook Used: Yes
• Would Take Again: No
• Attendance: N/A

Comment:

Would not recommend for those that are looking for an easy A. Tests are pretty much completely based on the textbook, and the questions on tests are not easy to comprehend. She is pretty funny and her lectures are interesting, but the class is very challenging for an introductory level. In the end it was an interesting ,albeit tough, class.

Rating # 14

Overview:

• Course: SOC01
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

If you know how to read and listen, take the class. Everything is straightforward. The book is easy on the mind. I deeply appreciate her lectures since she is a free spirit. You can miss class if you can read a book.

Rating # 15

Overview:

• Course: SOC1
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 3.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

• For Credit: Yes
• Textbook Used: Yes
• Would Take Again: No
• Attendance: Not Mandatory

Comment:

Very straightforward class. I took her for a 3 hour long night class and it was sometimes hard to pay attention to her long lectures. She does write the notes up on the board in a very organized way and discusses them. I wish there were more opportunity for class discussion/dynamics in her class, but read the textbook and pass. No final exam.

Rating # 16

Overview:

• Course: SOC01
• Grade Received: WD
• Overall Rating: 2.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Yes, she can be funny but overall I disliked the course. Her lectures are boring and all she does is talk,talk,talk. I didn't expect her class to be easy but boy did she make it hell. Her quizzes are 50+ questions long and I feel as if she tries to make her exams hard on purpose. She is difficult to talk to after class, it's if she didn't care.

Rating # 17

Overview:

• Course: SOC1
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.5
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

Love her class! Very clear, picks up where she left off and puts everything on the board. Tests are definitely not hard if you read the textbook, in fact it's easy. There are 4 tests in total and 1 written assignment, which is easy. What I love most about her classes is how she's so unintentionally funny. Shes not as mean as she seems. MUST TAKE.

Rating # 18

Overview:

• Course: SOC02
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

I love sociology and I love her. This class changed my life and will be a life changing event that I look back at in the future. She comes off as cold, but she has a beautiful soul. I wish she was my friend, she's so cool. I love her dark humor. This class isn't easy though, you will have to study.

Rating # 19

Overview:

• Course: SOC02
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 3.5
• Course Difficulty: 1.0

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

Comment:

4 exams and a 5 page written assignment. Her exams are about 45 or more multiple questions and one short answer question. She was very clear on what to expect from her class and her grading criteria. She comes off as tough and may seem cold but she is an awesome professor who is very knowledgable. READ the textbook + STUDY + good notes A on exams

Rating # 20

Overview:

• Course: SOC150
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 2.0
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

I went into this class knowing she wasn't going to be easy based on the reviews here. Do not take this class if you are looking to pass. Her lectures are long and boring. She is very knowledgable about the subject but she does not care about her students as she should and is not welcoming at office hours.