Kristen Berkos - Bryant University, Smithfield, RI

Professor: Kristen Berkos

Department: Communication

College: Bryant University, Smithfield, RI

Rating # 1

Overview:

• Course: COM270
• Grade Received: C+
• Overall Rating: 3.0
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

Really knowledgeable professor and makes class interesting, but just awful when it comes to grades. She is very unclear in what you need to study, and test material is not what we learn

Rating # 2

Overview:

• Course: COM380
• Grade Received: B
• Overall Rating: 4.5
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Lots of group activites randomly thorought the course. Lots of listening to others present their short studies.

Rating # 3

Overview:

• Course: COM201
• Grade Received: A-
• Overall Rating: 4.5
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Great professor! Makes class interesting! She tells you straight up that you must read because the exam questions come from the book

Rating # 4

Overview:

• Course: INTERPERSONAL
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 4.5
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Dr. Berkos is one of Bryant's best professors! Class is fun, and she even schedules a few online classes in the semester. Her exams are very specific, but do the reading, take notes, and go to class and you'll be fine! It's a fun subject so the reading is actually kind of interesting.

Rating # 5

Overview:

• Course: COM380
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 2.5
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

She likes to be called Dr. Berkos, because she wants to be revered. If you take her, get ready to teach yourself communications, by reading your book in its entirety. Class does not help with exams. The class I took with her was a 300 - level so I understand to an extent. Tests are very hard, was only in the class for one but she is a fair grader.

Rating # 6

Overview:

• Course: 203
• 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:

her tests are hard. like, really hard. they're straight out of the book but its hard to keep up with the reading. however, her lectures are super interesting and interactive; you won't be bored in this class but you definitely have to work hard

Rating # 7

Overview:

• Course: COM203
• 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:

Professor Berkos holds conversations in every class, which makes it easy to understand communication concepts on a real life level. Her tests are multiple choice and there are 3 throughout the semester. They are tough but if you keep up on the reading and attend class you will get goods grades.

Rating # 8

Overview:

• Course: 203
• Grade Received: B
• Overall Rating: 2.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Professor Berkos has assigned readings throughout the semester due every class. (You do need the book since tests are straight out of them.) She has three tests and a final, all which are questions she purposefully makes difficult to test your knowledge. There's many right answers, but she wants you to pick the one she likes. Hard B, Impossible A

Rating # 9

Overview:

• Course: COM
• 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:

Professor Berkos is AWESOME! I loved going to class every day and actually enjoyed some of the projects. To everyone who complains about the exams - read the text! Like any class, if you put the work and time in you will do just fine. Definitely take!!

Rating # 10

Overview:

• Course: COM203
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 3.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Dr. Berkos expects a lot out of her students which I am okay with. However, there is very little clarity on the final essay which is incredibly frustrating.

Rating # 11

Overview:

• Course: COM203
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Her tests are very hard, but if you study you'll be okay. Class is very interactive and fun, so students don't do well when they assume her tests will be easy. If you read the text and make an outline for the test, you'll be fine. Very interesting and would recommend

Rating # 12

Overview:

• Course: COM203
• 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:

A very nice woman who clearly loves what she does and loves getting to know her students. Tests can be pretty tough but if you study you'll do okay.

Rating # 13

Overview:

• Course: COM270
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 3.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Class seems easy, then the tests are far from it. Although she has her Ph.D., she can't spell. For someone who is teaching me how to communicate effectively, she should learn how to ask test questions properly. Our last test covered 2/3 of the book and there was only 30 MC questions. When the class average on a test is below a 70...enough said.

Rating # 14

Overview:

• Course: COMM101
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 1.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

do not be fooled by this professors perky exterior. at first she will seem so nice and friendly, but she is not understanding at all. as a person who studies communication you think when someone communicates that her online tests malfunction shed understand. well she doesnt, and she barely teachers. do not take her.

Rating # 15

Overview:

• Course: COM203
• 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:

Great professor! Very knowledgeable about the subject matter and about careers in the field. Very high energy and answers all questions perfectly. This class is not easy, you have to read and take very comprehensive notes but it is definitely worth it. Grade is based on mid-term exam, one semester exam, a project, and the final (all worth 25%).

Rating # 16

Overview:

• Course: INTRO201
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 2.5
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

you think she is nice because she comes in the class with a lot of energy but....expects a lot of her students. you have to sign up for office hours or you cant see her. and you have to call her Dr Berkos. she is quite anal. But overall a good professor with personality issues.

Rating # 17

Overview:

• Course: COM203
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Dr. Berkos is amazing; the reason I finally switch my major to COM. She expects you to know a lot for exams, but its helpful in the long run. Read and study and you'll do fine.

Rating # 18

Overview:

• Course: COM101
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 2.5
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

"Dr." Berkos (as she insists on being called) teaches a very informative class, but is a bit stuck on herself

Rating # 19

Overview:

• Course: COMM203
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Dr. Berkos expects a lot, but you learn a lot. Her classes are interesting. She uses a lot of real life examples and she's excited about what she's teaching. Just read the book and participate and you'll be fine. I really enjoyed the class.

Rating # 20

Overview:

• Course: COM203
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 2.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

i found her to be kind of conceited, dont criticize her tests she takes it personally. not hard to get a decent grade though, just read the chapters and you'll do fine. group project isnt too bad but kind of a pain. i ended up writing the term paper the night before and got an A on it