Pam Barvarz - Orange Coast College

Professor: Pam Barvarz

Department: TBD

College: Orange Coast College

Rating # 1

Overview:

• Course: CIS111
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Took CIS 111last semester and enjoyed her class. She is a very caring teacher.

Rating # 2

Overview:

• Course: CIS111A
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

2 of the books are needed for lab so that you can learn Excel and Access. The other book is like a standard textbook in which you have to read 1 chapter a week; some of the words are highlighted and it is helpful to know the definitions and descriptions for the weekly quizes. Around 2 labs a week, a weekly quiz, a midterm and a final.

Rating # 3

Overview:

• Course: CIS123
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 2.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

For a two credit course, it's almost ridiculous how much effort you need to put to get a grade you would like. Quizzes are OK but tests are difficult with some questions that you don't see in lecture nor textbook. You can learn the material (so much!) but you will need outside references. Too late to refund.

Rating # 4

Overview:

• Course: CIS171
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

She is genuine and provides great feedback. She reaches out to their students if something seems odd in their workflow. People like her are the reason why I'm grateful for the privilege to be in school. The material is nicely organized, but at times you'll find yourself puzzled. There are enough clues to figure it out on your own within time. GL

Rating # 5

Overview:

• Course: CIS111
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

The class expectations are entirely straightforward, and her lectures are really clear. I use excel a lot, so I didnt think Id benefit much from this class but I definitely have, shes great at explaining stuff. The way she explains HTML is really helpful too. Its easy to do well in this class. The books are pricy but theres a bulk deal.

Rating # 6

Overview:

• Course: CIS111A
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Just finished her class this week and am already signed up for her html class. I learned a lot about excel and already using it at work.

Rating # 7

Overview:

• Course: CIS129
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

She is great professor! Very accessible for questions or comments. I marked mandatory attendance, because she DOES grade for participation (weekly discussions). Quizzes every week, but they're mostly lecture based. The textbook comes in handy for the midterm, final, and sometimes the homework. Great instructor, I've had 3 classes with her.

Rating # 8

Overview:

• Course: CIS129
• 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 am taking her class right now and learning a lot. Great professor.

Rating # 9

Overview:

• Course: CIS12320436
• Grade Received: Not sure yet
• Overall Rating: 1.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

She doesn't provide examples in her lectures . I have to rely on other websites to assist in the homework. She seems to pick a few questions from discussions and ignores the rest. Her quizzes are not to bad but her tests are brutal. There are questions that are not in her lecture or book. Should have refunded the class when I still had a chance.

Rating # 10

Overview:

• Course: CIS123
• Grade Received: A+
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Took three of her online classes and already got a job as a Web designer. A very helpful professor.

Rating # 11

Overview:

• Course: CIS111
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

helpful

Rating # 12

Overview:

• Course: CIS111A
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

I am using what I have leaned about Excel everyday at work.

Rating # 13

Overview:

• Course: CIS123
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Excellent !!!

Rating # 14

Overview:

• Course: CIS111
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 1.5
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

I know this sounds dumb because its a computer class, but this teacher does not help you at all. She makes comments that make you feel bad and not want to ask questions believe me I have a 3.3 GPA I work till the end. This teacher is rude and doesnt like to help you ask for a question and she replies, "sorry I can't help" DO NOT waist your time.

Rating # 15

Overview:

• Course: CIS111
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

She is so caring and I felt she was my second mom :) learned a lot but be ready for lots of studying.

Rating # 16

Overview:

• Course: CIS111
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

Pam is awesome and you will learn. Very clear about what is expected of you. Read and know the material. Simple as that.

Rating # 17

Overview:

• Course: CIS111
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Good professor. I was struggled with quizzes. It makes you read a lot. If you need helpful professor, take her. Learn hard, don't expect extra credits. It's very low compared with total point.

Rating # 18

Overview:

• Course: CIS111
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Took the class over the summer and can't believe how much I have learned in six weeks. Most productive six weeks of my life.

Rating # 19

Overview:

• Course: CIS1111
• Grade Received: A+
• Overall Rating: 3.5
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

She assigns an assignment at the end of the class but as long as you listened to the lecture beforehand, you'll get an A. And the assignments are direct and to the point. If you don't understand something, she'll check your actual computer and see what's wrong. Very helpful. Just do the work and you'll pass. Test was a little tough.

Rating # 20

Overview:

• Course: CIS111
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Very informative class. I learned a lot.