Cassandra Paden - Cabrillo College

Professor: Cassandra Paden

Department: TBD

College: Cabrillo College

Rating # 1

Overview:

• Course: ENG2
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

Prof Paden is a great teacher, and I learned so much about African American history and literature. This course was challenging for students whom their English is not a first language; however, my grade proved I really worked hard on every journal and essay writing. She is very approachable, and I learned to speak up and not to be shy in class.

Rating # 2

Overview:

• Course: ENGLISH2
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 2.0
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

Prof Paden left for two weeks in the middle of the semester, then got rid of the sub's assignments so we hadn't written an essay until the last month of the course. In the last month she jammed in all of the semester's work, and left two weeks before the course was over, then didn't give us our grades until two months after the class was over.

Rating # 3

Overview:

• Course: 85039
• Grade Received: A-
• Overall Rating: 2.5
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

She didn't show up to most classes and put full responsibility on you for knowing what she wanted even if she didn't clearly tell you. Could have been a good semester if she had showed up. Would not take again.

Rating # 4

Overview:

• Course: ENGL2
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

I loved this class and put everything I had into it. That is what is required to get a good grade. She is passionate about her subject and the preparation for upper division college courses was invaluable. If you are shy or not mature enough to come well prepared with your reading done, then this course is not for you.

Rating # 5

Overview:

• Course: 1A
• 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:

All through out the semester I was very worried about my performance in class even though I received high marks on all my assignments. It was a little stressful and almost intimidating having a teacher so passionate about her subject, but I think that's also what inspired me to do my best in this class. Just show up and do work. DON'T DROP!

Rating # 6

Overview:

• Course: ENG2
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 2.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

This class is not nearly as bad as most people on here claim. As long as you show up to class, do the homework on time, and participate in class it's a really smooth ride. People encounter problems when they aren't prepared and she doesn't tolerate people who haven't done the work required. Overall, don't be lazy and you'll get a very easy A.

Rating # 7

Overview:

• Course: ENGL283056
• Grade Received: B
• Overall Rating: 1.5
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

Feedback on writing assignments was lackluster. Only one assignment was thoroughly graded. The rest had 1-2 words and your grade. 35% of your grade is based on participation in the class discussions. No progress report or anything to give the student feedback on their class participation. Subject matter was interesting so it wasn't all bad.

Rating # 8

Overview:

• Course: ENGL1A
• 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:

Phenomenal. You will have to work hard. I cried during every paper. However, I learned how to really analyze readings on a whole new level. By the end of the semester, only ten students remained. She expects professional behavior and preparedness. Truly prepares you for upper level college courses. One of the best educators I have come across.

Rating # 9

Overview:

• Course: ENGLISH1A
• Grade Received: C
• Overall Rating: 4.5
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Come to class prepared. She will call you on the spot because she wants all of her students engaged in the conversation. Ask for help when needed. Do HW on time. I got a C because I didn't turn in my last paper. I went from an A to a C.

Rating # 10

Overview:

• Course: ENGL2
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 1.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

One of the worst professors at Cabrillo. She would put students on the spot with questions and if you got them wrong, she would humiliate and belittle you. Attendance is mandatory, but not for her, she didn't show up for over 8 classes and then stopped coming completely with 4 weeks left.Pick another professor. DO NOT TAKE THIS CLASS!!!

Rating # 11

Overview:

• Course: ENG2
• 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:

I took Paden for both English 1A and 2. She is a very strong personality that many people seem to find difficult. She expects class participation from everyone. She gives you the questions and goes over answers before tests. Show up, talk, do the work = A. Great teacher, makes you think! You can disagree with her, but with respect.

Rating # 12

Overview:

• Course: ENGL1A72670
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 1.5
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

One of the hardest classes I have ever had. I use to love English until I endured this class. Focused only on African American authors and I was terrified of being kicked out of the class if I said something wrong. She also puts you up on the spot on a daily basis.

Rating # 13

Overview:

• Course: ENGLISH1A
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 1.0
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

She singles out students on a daily basis and as soon a you do even the most minor of mistakes she will never give you a fair chance of proving your point ever again...a at first she is fair with you but as soon as you mess up she is the furthest thing from fair for the rest of the class...I do not reccomend taking this class with this professor

Rating # 14

Overview:

• Course: ENGLISH1A
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 2.0
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

I only lasted two classes with her. She would call people out that didnt raise their hand and make them speak. She would be angry with you if you didn't get the right answer.

Rating # 15

Overview:

• Course: ENG1A
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 3.5
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

People that rate Paden negatively must have had a different experience than i did. She is a one of a kind woman. I read these reviews and decided to take her class anyways. She opens your mind to things unthinkable. Being challenged is a GOOD THING. Take this class. It will teach you to think critically and prepare you for future classes.

Rating # 16

Overview:

• Course: ENG1
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

Hardest class I took at cabrillo. if you take her, its because you want to transfer to a good school and you want to be prepared. prepare well for every class, know the reading and be prepared to be put on the spot, perhaps uncomfortably. go to her office hours, more than the required three times. go every day if you can. face time + effort = A

Rating # 17

Overview:

• Course: ENGL2
• Grade Received: A+
• Overall Rating: 2.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Paden is Intimidating and confrontational. This is a lecture class, and you will take pages of notes and spend a great deal of time listening. This is an African American History class, and should be called "Critical Listening" and not "Critical Thinking." I love English, but this class is a total bummer.

Rating # 18

Overview:

• Course: ENG1A
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.5
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

I was doubtful when I started her class, but she is amazing and I learned how to open my mind in this class.

Rating # 19

Overview:

• Course: ENG1A
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 1.5
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

the worst

Rating # 20

Overview:

• Course: ENGLI2
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 1.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Professor Paden was rude and extremely unhelpful, had awful penmanship and gave our class our study guide in her handwriting that was basically illegible. She kicked students out of class for not knowing answers, and turned our English two course into History of African American Literature.