Tammy (DiBenedetto) Kearn - Riverside City College, Riverside, CA

Professor: Tammy (DiBenedetto) Kearn

Department: English

College: Riverside City College, Riverside, CA

Rating # 1

Overview:

• Course: ENGL14
• 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 genuinely cares and wants you to succeed in her class. If you ever have any questions, she's there to help you. She will go above and beyond for you. She ended up writing me a letter of recommendation for a scholarship which helped me attend UCLA. If you get a chance, take one of her courses. You won't regret it.

Rating # 2

Overview:

• Course: 80E
• Grade Received: B+
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Mrs. Kearn is a great english teacher and willing to help you succeed in the class. She is avaliable after school as well just in case you didnt understand something she will do her best to explain it to you. I took her for english 80. books are mandatory.

Rating # 3

Overview:

• Course: ENG50
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Dr. Kearn is one of the most amazing professors I have ever had. She shows a deep care for her students and shows a love and passion for what she teaches. She assigns a lot of work for her students, but with lots of dedication it is very doable. Without a doubt, I would take her again.

Rating # 4

Overview:

• Course: ENG1B
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

I really enjoyed this class for one specific reason, and that is that Dr. Kearn teaches the process of critical thinking that is translatable to most any subject. Learning how to best study something by removing yourself completely and to study objectively is invaluable. Dr. Kearn also includes lots of activities & makes class fun.

Rating # 5

Overview:

• Course: ENG50
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Dr. Kearn was a bit intimidating during first few classes. I had a hybrid class with her and her workload was consistent throughout the semester. She was easy to reach outside of class and expects you to be in class. As she doesn't allow late or make-up work. I got an A in her class, but I worked my butt off for it. I would take her again.

Rating # 6

Overview:

• Course: ENG80
• Grade Received: D+
• Overall Rating: 1.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

if you don't do one essay you pretty much fail the class. no make ups nothing. nice person but very impatient and hard

Rating # 7

Overview:

• Course: ENG11
• Grade Received: B+
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Took her for creative writing. Loved the class, but it's my major. She's has a lot to say and knows the subject well. You have to work and actually try in this class. A lot of people dropped out halfway through. She's strict and maybe intimidating, but she's fun. Some extra credit; take it. Wish I could've taken more classes from her.

Rating # 8

Overview:

• Course: ENG50
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

This is the best professor I have encountered so far. She is an incredible instructor. You do have to work for it, but hey isn't that the point. A+++++++

Rating # 9

Overview:

• Course: 1B
• Grade Received: A+
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

I took Kearn for ENG50, 1A, & 1B. She comes off as intimidating, but she's extremely helpful and warms up to you once she sees that you are a hard worker. If you want an easy A, don't take her class. She is going to give you skills that will promise As on all other papers in future courses.

Rating # 10

Overview:

• Course: ENG1B
• Grade Received: B
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Lot's of reading, and tests on most of the things you read. Somewhat tough on essays, really demanding that you know grammar and spelling. Her class isn't a walk on the beach, but she really likes to get everyone thinking and participating. Don't skip class or be late, it'll help a few points. She's relaxed, but can also be strict when needed

Rating # 11

Overview:

• Course: ENG1A
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 3.0
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

Took Dr.D for Eng 1A and I had to drop the class because I was going to fail her class. I took the same class with a different teacher ONLINE and I passed with a B...I went to her office hours to get help and asked her If I had a chance to pass her class and she said no I should drop the class... she is not and easy A

Rating # 12

Overview:

• Course: ENG5043245
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 1.0

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

Comment:

An amazing and hard-working teacher. She seems strict and rude at first, but it's just to intimidate you. Don't be afraid to ask questions and grab all the extra credit you can. Read what is assigned and don't disrespect her. It's not an easy A, but you will learn something in her class. She will make you work for it.

Rating # 13

Overview:

• Course: ENG1B
• 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: Mandatory

Comment:

One of the few RCC instructors that could easily teach at a university. It is impossible to fake in her class, but if you actually do what's required, you will leave with a lasting understanding of Critical Thinking. Highly Recommended.

Rating # 14

Overview:

• Course: ENG1A
• 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:

DiBenedetto is one of the best professors I had at RCC. To pass her class you must do the work, but you will learn much in her class. I never felt that she didn't care. If you need help she gives her office times. If you aren't motivated to be in school then don't take this teacher, you will not pass.

Rating # 15

Overview:

• Course: 47505
• 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:

Dr. D is one of the most important professor that I have had before, she is amazing while teaching. But be prepared, this is a University English class, so do your best because the class is so intense. She is just wonderful. I was blessed to have her as a professor :-)

Rating # 16

Overview:

• Course: ENG50
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Really cool teacher. As someone who was into sports in high school and not much academic wise, although I had to put in the work for this class it was worthwhile. She is a hard grader but if you do the work she will help you out. The work can be overbearing as long as the papers but if you go in with the right attitude you'll pass.

Rating # 17

Overview:

• Course: ENG1B
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 3.5
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

Very hard grader! She expects you to memorize all your stories literally word for word for the quizzes and tests. HW load can be overwhelming, since assignments were due every class meeting, including essays and reading a few short stories. She's nice, but she constantly gave some of the class low grades. Critical thinking does improve.

Rating # 18

Overview:

• Course: ENG1B
• Grade Received: N/A
• 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 love her! She is definitely not an easy grader, but you learn A LOT in her class. I was scared coming into her class, from reading her reviews, BUT she's very helpful and makes things pretty clear. I received very low grades on my out-of-class essays, but I managed to ace in-class essays and tests, so I got a B in the class. You need to take her!

Rating # 19

Overview:

• Course: ENG14
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 3.0
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

HARD GRADER. Extra credit for attendance. This class is difficult because she focuses too much on the history and less on the texts.

Rating # 20

Overview:

• Course: ENG14
• 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:

Outstanding teacher. She's clear about expectations, explains the material well, and is an extremely approachable person. Also, there's extra credit for never being absent. Oh and as if the extra credit wasn't enough she's gorgeous too so even more incentive to come to class. Can't recommend her enough!