Debra Thorne - Ohio University, Athens, OH

Professor: Debra Thorne

Department: Sociology

College: Ohio University, Athens, OH

Rating # 1

Overview:

• Course: SOC3310
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 1.0

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

Comment:

Awesome professor! One of my favorites. Class isn't too hard, just attend. Lots of class discussion. Take her classes!

Rating # 2

Overview:

• Course: SOC1000
• Grade Received: B+
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

I had her twice as an undergrad and learned so much. She has perfected her discussion-focused teaching style! I am a grad student now and wish I could still take one of her classes!

Rating # 3

Overview:

• Course: SOC1000
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

Debb was kind of awesome. She talked about how she was some farm kid/hippie, and still basically is. She managed to make a 400 person sized lecture a class discussion, and the material was pretty easy.

Rating # 4

Overview:

• Course: SOC1000
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.5
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

Deb is so entertaining and has a passion for the subject. She uses personal experiences for basically every topic covered. She tells you what will be on the exam. I barely read the textbook but you do need it. Take this class fo sho

Rating # 5

Overview:

• Course: SOC1000
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

Debb is an incredible teacher. Brings a lot of energy and humor. If you go to class, do the readings, and find an interest this should be an easy A. Everything on the test is talked about in detail in class. So attendance may not be mandatory, but it is highly recommended.

Rating # 6

Overview:

• Course: SOC1000
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 1.0

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

Comment:

Deb is the best professor I've had so far. She is so hilarious.Attendance is not mandatory but most test material comes from notes.I never bought the books.We discuss all readings in class.She has a list of all names and might call on you. Will get points deducted from test if she calls on you and youre not there. 400 student class.

Rating # 7

Overview:

• Course: SOC101
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 1.0

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

Comment:

I took this class because Psycology was full. I don't even like Sociology, but this is THE BEST CLASS I HAVE EVER TAKEN. She says you need the ~$100 textbooks, but I never touched them and got an A. She's the best teacher at this University. Take this class! It's an easy A and a great time. She let's you use a 3x5 notecard on all of your exams.

Rating # 8

Overview:

• Course: SOC1000
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

Stop what you are doing and go register for this class! This is without a doubt the best class I have ever taken. You don't just sit there silently taking notes, its discussion based and it makes you think. Relatively easy A, but you need to go to class. Honestly though, with a prof/class as great as this, I looked forward to this class every time!

Rating # 9

Overview:

• Course: SOC406
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

best teacher i ever had. I loved this class and her enthusiasm made me come to class. even though the only grades we have are from papers that we use theories from the books i was still able to get an A in her class just from paying attention in class and participating in the discussion. I highly recommend this class. its life changing

Rating # 10

Overview:

• Course: SOC101
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

A fantastic class with a fantastic professor. Had a few friends who had other professors complain about the subject constantly, but Dr. Thorne kept it interesting. Definitely worth taking!

Rating # 11

Overview:

• Course: SOC101
• 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:

Deb is the sweetest woman ever! Her class was truly interesting and I felt like I learned a lot. I loved going every day. She doesn't require attendance but she does call on people. Also, you can use cheat sheets for her exams which was really nice.

Rating # 12

Overview:

• Course: SOC101
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

It was the only class I ever looked forward to. It was very interesting compared to what I've heard about other soc classes and she was very laid back. Your grade is only consisted of three exams so you have to read all the readings to do well, but she allows you to use a 3x5 cheat sheet which makes the exams pretty easy.

Rating # 13

Overview:

• Course: SOC101
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

An amazing person and teacher. I learned a lot from her class and she made sure we understood everything. Such a caring and genuine person. Take a class with her if you can!

Rating # 14

Overview:

• Course: SOC101
• 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:

She is great teacher. Every class is interesting and she conveys the information well. She is bold, funny, and really cares about each student. Take this class or any class she teaches!!!

Rating # 15

Overview:

• Course: SOC101
• 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:

she is one of the most amazing teachers that i have ever had in my life. i looked forward to that class every tuesday and thursday. when the class ended and she had to leave, we all gave her a standing ovation. she's that good.

Rating # 16

Overview:

• Course: SOC101
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

She is awesome! She's really funny and entertaining. We learn really relevant stuff in class. When my dad died, I talked to her about it and she sent a handwritten card to my house.

Rating # 17

Overview:

• Course: SOC101
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.5
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

awesome class

Rating # 18

Overview:

• Course: SOC101
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

FAVORITE TEACHER EVER! SHE IS SO NICE AND SO SWEET! TAKE THIS CLAASSS OR ANY CLASS WITH HER! I LOVE HER!

Rating # 19

Overview:

• Course: SOC101
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

Great teacher

Rating # 20

Overview:

• Course: SOC331
• 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:

Dr. Thorne is by far my favorite professor I've had thus far. She is so personable and respectful of her students. The workload is not minimal but she tries hard to make sure it's interesting and manageable. She is a no bullsh*t kind of woman so don't bother trying to give excuses, just be honest and she'll like that. I very highly recommend Deb.