Julie Simanski - Des Moines Area Community College

Professor: Julie Simanski

Department: Communication

College: Des Moines Area Community College

Rating # 1

Overview:

• Course: SPC101
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 1.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Julie gives lots of opportunities for extra credit. She also finds ways to incorporate fun into class.

Rating # 2

Overview:

• Course: SPC126
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 1.0

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

Comment:

She is a very nice, funny professor and I enjoyed her class. She had a variety of teaching methods which was helpful and had a lot of in class discussions. We also had a group project where we had to get involved in the community which was well explained and pretty easy! I would definitely take her again.

Rating # 3

Overview:

• Course: SPC101
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 1.0

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

Comment:

Took Julie for DMACC's 2 week speech class over the summer. The class was super easy. We had 7 or 8 quizzes, one each day until the end. They were easy and online. In class we had to stand up and do a roll call speech which was just answering a question. One personal speech which is ungraded, a informative, 2 persuasive speeches. Good teacher.

Rating # 4

Overview:

• Course: SPC101
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

Took Julie for my speech requirement. Solid teacher, not the greatest I've ever had. It's an easy A. Weekly quizzes online. Says you should read but I never once opened my textbook past the first week. About 4 speeches, pretty fun. A solid choice if you're worried about homework/coursework, as there isn't a ton!

Rating # 5

Overview:

• Course: SPC126
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

I loved this class. I had her for small group and interpersonal communication. She gets the whole class involved and makes the class interesting. Very good Professor! I would highly recommend taking a class from her!

Rating # 6

Overview:

• Course: SOC120
• Grade Received: A+
• Overall Rating: 4.5
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

Quizzes you can use notes on and tests you work in groups but no notes. There are 3 small papers only two pages at most for each one. Group discussion is great but lectures can drag at times if you're not interested in them. Also you have vocab quizzes you NEED to do because the small points add up. Vocab quizzes are easy though plentiful.

Rating # 7

Overview:

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

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

Comment:

Julie was a wonderful professor to have. I loved her class. She is a great lecturer, as she gives information clearly and is interesting to listen to. She gets everyone involved with her lectures and learning. Class was easy with a little studying.

Rating # 8

Overview:

• Course: SPC126
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Julie has been one of my favorite professors. She presents the information in a way that you will retain the information. I wish she taught other classes that I needed for my degree!

Rating # 9

Overview:

• Course: SOC110
• 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:

Julie is AWESOME. Class is fun, entertaining, constantly mixing it up and getting us involved. Hands on, visual, and audible students will love her classes. Plus, she's got personality and strong opinions so really fun to debate with. Love her.

Rating # 10

Overview:

• Course: SPCSPC
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.5
• Course Difficulty: 1.0

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

Comment:

I took a two week acceleratted class with her for SPC 126 (interpersonal communication) and it was great! This was one class I truly enjoyed. You take a daily open book quiz that she hands out at the beginning of each class, and easy tests. The course itself is very interesting too. I would highly reccommend this professor and this class!!

Rating # 11

Overview:

• Course: SOCSPCH
• 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:

Hands down my favorite DMACC professor. I took two classes with Julie at DMACC before moving on to UIA. I had her for Marriages and Families and Interpersonal. In both classes she did an excellent job teaching and engaging students. She isn't easy but is very willing to help if you're a serious student.

Rating # 12

Overview:

• Course: SPC101
• 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:

I adore Julie. I was terrified to take speech, as most are, and found myself pleasantly surprised. She's willing to help you all the way. She wants you to suceed and improve your confidence in speaking. I found her to be clear and concise with what she is looking for. She gives a packet that outlines all you need to do for the class. Loved her!

Rating # 13

Overview:

• Course: SMGRPCOMM
• 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:

I dont know what prior to '08 raters are referring to with the "group tests" - we had none of that. I had her for small group communication. No group tests. Exams are difficult if you do not read and study the textbook or regularly attend class. But if you do all that, you'll do fine. Interesting class, and Julie is a nice proff.

Rating # 14

Overview:

• Course: SPEGROU
• 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:

Julie is a great proff, really nice, respectful of students. If you read the book, like I did, you'll get an A. If you dont, you wont do well. Just do your work and you'll do well.

Rating # 15

Overview:

• Course: SPCH110
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 2.5
• Course Difficulty: 1.0

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

Comment:

Waste of my time in this class. It was so PC that it felt like she was teaching grade schoolers. We don't have "quizzes" we have "readiness assessment tests". Group tests are a joke. If your more concerned with self-esteem than learning, by all means sign up.

Rating # 16

Overview:

• Course: SPEECH117
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

good teaching style, included everybody

Rating # 17

Overview:

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

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

Comment:

Julie is so awesome! She is nice, funny, and smart. She always had the most interesting video clips and little articles for us to read. I especially recommend taking a learning community with her.

Rating # 18

Overview:

• Course: SPCH110
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

She is great. Very fun and involves herself in the class-doesn't just teach it. The group tests make it less stressing. Her tests can be a bit confusing however. Just speak well and have GOOD outlines and you'll enjoy it and get a good grade.

Rating # 19

Overview:

• Course: ENG117
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 3.5
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

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Rating # 20

Overview:

• Course: SOC103
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Julie is a great professor and was very helpful. For her tests she allows students to work in groups which makes is a lot less stressful when it comes time to study.