Jenny Alexander - Wright State University, Dayton, OH

Professor: Jenny Alexander

Department: Communication

College: Wright State University, Dayton, OH

Rating # 1

Overview:

• Course: COM2410
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Alex is honestly not only the best professor I've ever had, but she's also my favorite professor I've ever had! She is so caring and so down to earth. She makes class interesting and entertaining. You don't even realize how much you're learning. She gets you prepared for your presentations. I'm really going to miss not having her class anymore.

Rating # 2

Overview:

• Course: COM2410
• Grade Received: A+
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Liked the class learned ALOT, prepare to show up every class meeting or you won't do well. It is all group work.

Rating # 3

Overview:

• Course: COM1040
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Better in class than online! She is so inspiring and a great communicator. Has a set way of teaching that works for all. She truly cares for each of us and is so nice and BEAUTIFUL

Rating # 4

Overview:

• Course: COM1010
• Grade Received: B
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

She's good at communicating and being clear about what she expects. She responds relatively quickly to emails and is always personable. As for the class itself, it's an easy class imo. Read the chapters before you do the quizzes. I failed to do so and despite never getting below a 95% on the speeches themselves, I got a B in the class.

Rating # 5

Overview:

• Course: COM1040
• 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:

Weekly quizzes based on readings so yes book is required. 1 discussion post, a midterm paper, and final paper. The quizzes are easy if you take it with the book and review the material a bit before taking it(they are timed) and you will not get your grade on the papers back fast.

Rating # 6

Overview:

• Course: COM2020
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

I enjoyed being in her class, this was my first and only coms class, and she is very hands on, and active learner. She tells you exactly what is expected of you. Show up to class too!

Rating # 7

Overview:

• Course: COM2020
• Grade Received: A+
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

She is the best! Highly recommended. her teaching methods are really good. Her exams are easy. you must do the assignment the exact way she till you. and she is very clear explaining what she wants.

Rating # 8

Overview:

• Course: COM2020
• Grade Received: A+
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

Wonderful professor, she made class very enjoyable! If I had questions she was happy to help! I would highly recommend her to anyone taking a comm class!

Rating # 9

Overview:

• Course: COMS2020
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

Alex is a really good professor! She will help you whenever you need it. Class is mandatory but she makes it worth while to be there. Always smiling and making jokes. I had Coms2020 from 3:30-4:50pm but she made it not suck. Would take any of her classes!

Rating # 10

Overview:

• Course: COM1010
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 3.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

The class started off easy but her expectations change very suddenly after the first two speeches. Grading criteria is sporadic, you never really know what she's looking for. Expects too much for a general intro class. USE YOUR RUBRICS. It will help you create your speeches according to her standards. Nice person, tough teacher.

Rating # 11

Overview:

• Course: COM1010
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Easy online quizzes open book, same with exam. Grades speeches easily at first then more difficult. Super peppy and smiley so you have to get used to her personality but she is always there for you and always offering office times. Easy A/B if you put a little bit of effort into your speech and follow criteria. Has extra credit every class period.

Rating # 12

Overview:

• Course: COM2410
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Alex is a great teacher, I really enjoyed her class. She is a tough grader though so beware of that. The class is 98% group work and will really teach to work effectively in a group. Was a very beneficial class and I would take another class with her. She will help in any way she can, and is quick to respond to emails and is very available.

Rating # 13

Overview:

• Course: 2410
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

My favorite professor in the department. I was surprised to hear how many people don't like her. I like how hands-on her classes feel. Everything in her classes intentionally build towards the big picture. I can't think of another professor who does that. Follow directions, you'll do fine. She avoids droning lectures and pointless discussions.

Rating # 14

Overview:

• Course: COM1010
• Grade Received: D
• Overall Rating: 3.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

I took this class as Hybrid in Summer and she gave me D. If you want AB you must follow her instructions exclusively and ask about anything you doubt. Otherwise, you grade is DF.

Rating # 15

Overview:

• Course: 2410
• Grade Received: B
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

She gives great directions and is a wonderful teacher and person, but is a really tough grader.

Rating # 16

Overview:

• Course: COM1010
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 1.5
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

She is a very harsh grader, which is fine, but she docks you on the silliest things. What makes things worse is that I have a speaking disability and since this class was required, I couldn't drop it. Thinking she would work with me, I took the class anyway. I ended up feeling worse about myself after this course. Take her at your own risk

Rating # 17

Overview:

• Course: 1040
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Alex made learning interesting and fun. We watched and analyzed movies (Crash and Patch Adams). I wish more teacher used movies. It helped me learn a lot. I didn't understand something, so I went and talked to her in her office. She took plenty of time with me. I wish more teachers actually cared. Alex is the best professor I have ever had

Rating # 18

Overview:

• Course: 2410
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

She is an awesome professor and has a genuine interest in people. I have noticed that the students who slack don't like her as much as the others. She grades fairly, explains what to do (and not do), and gives tons of examples. I work, and what she taught me made a big difference at work. You will get what you put into her classes.

Rating # 19

Overview:

• Course: 2410
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

She likes going by Alex, she's a sweetheart! You have to submit weekly progress reports which can be annoying but it barely takes time out of your day. There are several presentations as well as exams which are not super easy but there's many other ways to earn a good grade. She is enthusiastic and has great energy! Definitely take her!!!

Rating # 20

Overview:

• Course: COM1010
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 1.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

After the first week I went into class prepared to have my intelligence insulted every day. She acts like she cares that you become a better public speaker, but all she wants is for you to be her lemming. She answers questions only to prove herself right, not to aid in understanding. Most infuriating human being I've encountered in all of my days.