Randi Cox - Stephen F. Austin State University, Nacogdoches, TX

Professor: Randi Cox

Department: History

College: Stephen F. Austin State University, Nacogdoches, TX

Rating # 1

Overview:

• Course: HIS133
• Grade Received: C
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

She's fun and does try to make the lectures funny by making jokes. The lectures had a lot of information but none of it was presented in her actual powerpoints so we had to guess what was or wasn't important. If taking her, avoid the 2 and a half hour class because it is hard to learn a week's worth of info in that time. Essays are BIG grades.

Rating # 2

Overview:

• Course: HIS133
• Grade Received: A+
• Overall Rating: 2.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

This class was different than I expected from a history class. Instead of learning everything within the time period being discussed, you go over 3/4 major concepts and you still are left not knowing much. Grading takes forever so you aren't really sure how you are doing in the class. Lectures are boring and I could've learned everything myself.

Rating # 3

Overview:

• Course: HIS134
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

She's a great lecturer, but gives you few assignments to learn from. She doesn't really respond to emails either. I really enjoyed the class in general, even though I hate history. She has an entertaining way of explaining boring things and it's an easy class to pass.

Rating # 4

Overview:

• Course: HIS134
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 2.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Definitely hated this class. Your grade is made up of mostly papers and some debates that she takes FOREVER to grade. She lectures the entire time so if you don't take notes you'll be screwed since her powerpoints are mainly just pictures. If you're not good at writing avoid this class bc she is a hard grader!!

Rating # 5

Overview:

• Course: HIS310
• Grade Received: A+
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

Dr. Cox is definitely the best profesor I've had so far at SFA. She is hilarious and an easy grader. We did have a lot of homework but it was just reading so it wasn't bad at all. She is very sweet, passionate about her work, and always ready to help.

Rating # 6

Overview:

• Course: HIS134
• Grade Received: B-
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

I loved this class. She was a great professor. She had several health problems which is why we didnt get our grade but besides that. She is a joy to learn from and a great lecturer. She knows her facts and explains in a way you can understand. The class isn't hard if you study and are prepared for class. She cares about what the students WANT.

Rating # 7

Overview:

• Course: HIS133
• Grade Received: A-
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

Every bad comment about this professor is probs by someone who just doesn't agree with some of her beliefs. She did struggle with timely grades BUT it was because of health reasons, not entirely her fault. I love how she is so open and honest about things and def makes class a joy, you learn abt history and how it relates to life today. SHE LIT

Rating # 8

Overview:

• Course: HIS134
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 3.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

First I understand special circumstances so late grades idk past semesters, but ours was pretty bad sadly. THERE IS a textbook it's online, and it can help just not too much. HOWEVER she posts a review for midterm and you need to learn that thing for the short answer response. Multiple choice is basic, but short answer will get you. Finals A PLZ

Rating # 9

Overview:

• Course: HIS134
• Grade Received: Not sure yet
• Overall Rating: 1.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Do NOT take this professor. At first I thought by not having a textbook it would be awesome, now I with we had one. She gives no extra credit and takes months to put grades in (never got our midterm grade). There are only two tests, a midterm and final as well as 4 essays (tests multiple choice and essays). She is a tough grader! Good luck!!!

Rating # 10

Overview:

• Course: HIS134
• Grade Received: C
• Overall Rating: 1.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

She is a very difficult professor. She doesn't tell you when class is cancelled. She has made it to where we are behind from lectures. There is no book for the history class and it makes it extremely difficult. I would recommend taking it under someone else. It should be her consequence for cancelling classes not ours to where we are put behind.

Rating # 11

Overview:

• Course: HIS134
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 3.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

She is extremely unorganized. Takes forever to get your grades back to you. Didn't need a textbook but wish we had because if you miss class, you have no way of catching up except office hours. She's a nice enough lady, but I would never take her class again.

Rating # 12

Overview:

• Course: HIS134
• Grade Received: Audit/No Grade
• Overall Rating: 1.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

When I first found out that this class did not require a textbook I thought it was strange since it's a US HIS class. I've used books for history classes since the beginning. Taking it without a book like this class is like learning a whole new language. She grades papers strictly. I recommend taking it under someone else that uses a book

Rating # 13

Overview:

• Course: HIS133
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 1.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

2 test midterm and final 2 debates and you must participate, she grades you on every little detail so b specific, her lectures are boring, she believes in giving flex points so take over the opportunity when given cause it might help you out. You would also be required to read a book and write a essay over it. OVERALL POO!!! class

Rating # 14

Overview:

• Course: HIS133
• Grade Received: D
• Overall Rating: 2.5
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Very picky, test are hard you have 4 mini essays, also you have 2 debates best advice do not take her she will make it seem like your passing but actually failing you.

Rating # 15

Overview:

• Course: HIS133
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 4.5
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

Grades only consist of 2 practice essays (1 page), 2 debates, 1 major essay (4 pages), and 2 tests. It may look tough but as long as you show up to the lectures and pay attention, its an easy grade. There's no memorizing random facts and dates, just understanding major concepts. She's super helpful, understanding, and friendly.

Rating # 16

Overview:

• Course: HIS133
• 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: N/A

Comment:

Only have 2 test Midterm and Final they are worth a lot, you will have 2 debates and must participate to get full credit. She grades tough, she expect you to be very detail with answers if not you will not get a good grade. She makes it harder than what class should really be.

Rating # 17

Overview:

• Course: HIS133
• Grade Received: A-
• Overall Rating: 3.5
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

She gives really good lectures, goes slow and repeats things when asked to. She really emphasizes important points and tells you when you need to write something down. There's a lot of reading and we have a lot of essays, but the longest one assigned was 3 pages. Slow grader, but gives amazing feedback.

Rating # 18

Overview:

• Course: HIS134
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 3.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

All good

Rating # 19

Overview:

• Course: HIST134
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Sweetest teacher! she does her best to keep the class entertaining she does grade pretty hard. Quizzes over the books and short answers on the test. You have to read and pay attention in class to pass, overall if you takes good notes and read the books you will pass. Also she does a lot of extra credit. No textbook needed. shes a pretty great!

Rating # 20

Overview:

• Course: HIS134
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 3.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

She is an ok teacher. She has tests and quizzes that contain short answer and an essay which I didn't like. Try to avoid this teacher if you can to not have to deal with writing.