Irene Naesse - Orange Coast College

Professor: Irene Naesse

Department: TBD

College: Orange Coast College

Rating # 1

Overview:

• Course: GEO180
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 1.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

If you are not planning on majoring in Geography... don't take this class. Biggest words of advice I can give you is make sure you bring a cup of coffee to her class because her lectures are going to bore you to sleep. I had a horrible experience.

Rating # 2

Overview:

• Course: GEO180
• Grade Received: Not sure yet
• Overall Rating: 3.0
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

Irene is a very nice lady, but she expects a lot out of the students. Its a good class, but extremely stressful. I would recommend taking this class with very few others. She answers questions and is available, but there is a lot busy work in this class that makes it hard to keep up with. Especially if you have other classes

Rating # 3

Overview:

• Course: A180
• Grade Received: B
• Overall Rating: 2.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Just hard...

Rating # 4

Overview:

• Course: GEO180
• Grade Received: B
• Overall Rating: 1.0
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

Awful, just awful. If you have any interests outside of geography than don' take this intro class. She thinks its an Honors Class, and treats it as such. More homework, and mandatory field-trips than any class on campus. Final project depends on whether you have extra time to snap pictures at the far reaches of Orange County. If you have a job, RUN

Rating # 5

Overview:

• Course: GEO180
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 2.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

My biggest gripe is the lectures that she gives. Her lectures are extremely dense, which I wouldn't mind if she didn't get side-tracked so easily. We would be learning about the various climates of Earth and she literally went off on a story about her vacation in South America for a good 15 min (seriously??) after that we had to rush the lecture.

Rating # 6

Overview:

• Course: GEO180
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 1.0
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

i took her class for geo100.. would not take again.. not friendly. she does not help me learn I ask her questions

Rating # 7

Overview:

• Course: GEO100
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 1.0
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

I would not recommend this professor. She does not prepare you well for exams. And if you are a few seconds late in turning in a project, she will not accept it causing you to fail because it's a huge chunk of your grade. Horrible experience.

Rating # 8

Overview:

• Course: GEOG180
• 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:

I have taken all of Mrs. Naesse classes. Her classes are all very enjoyable. She is so passionate about what she speaks about and it makes the lectures so interesting and fun. Her classes made me think about a major in geography, although she would be bummed that i'm going into a major of history she did solidify that I will minor in geography.

Rating # 9

Overview:

• Course: GEO100
• Grade Received: A+
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

There is no professor more passionate than Irene. She is respectful & gives 100% everyday, so she expects the same in return. Don't expect an easy A. Unlike some professors, she actually knows the material & is excited to pass on her knowledge in a fun, engaging way. Passes info along to students for internships and job opportunities as well.

Rating # 10

Overview:

• Course: A180
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 3.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Do not take this class lightly despite the apparent ease of the subject material. Tests are very specific, if you don't put at least a couple of days you won't get very high marks. Photo essay will give you anxiety if you wait until the last moments, much of it is dependent on certain conditions, be sure to get it done before and verify with her.

Rating # 11

Overview:

• Course: GEO180
• Grade Received: B+
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

This class is not easy but it is well worth it! I have never learned more or been more challenged by a subject matter. The lectures are interesting and extremely important for the tests. I never studied more and after getting an F on the first test ended the semester with a high B. I did my photo essay project and earned an A. Awesome Professor!

Rating # 12

Overview:

• Course: GEO100
• Grade Received: A+
• Overall Rating: 1.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

She loves the busy work. Lots of time consuming projects were she gets to grade subjectively. Not hard just a waste of time for such easy subject matter.

Rating # 13

Overview:

• Course: GEOG180
• Grade Received: C
• Overall Rating: 1.0
• Course Difficulty: 1.0

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

Comment:

DONT TAKE THIS CLASS GUYS, I have tried my best as a student for this class, and I still got B! JUST DONT!

Rating # 14

Overview:

• Course: GEO180
• 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:

I love this lady! Absolutely my favorite teacher so far of my college career. Her lectures are exactly whats on the test so attendance is mandatory. The photo essay seems really overwhelming but if you go to lectures and prepare ahead its actually really easy. She's really easy to get ahold of and always willing to help!

Rating # 15

Overview:

• Course: GEOG185
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Very informative! Ended up being one of my favorite classes! Love her style of teaching. Did fall a little behind with homework (weekly) but that was my fault for not managing time well.

Rating # 16

Overview:

• Course: GEO180
• Grade Received: D
• Overall Rating: 1.0
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

If this class is not your major, DONT TAKE this class. Her exams are extremely hard because she choses detail questions for optional answers of exam, she also asked short answer questions in exam that are trouble. She gives project,be ready to take picture outside the school. 12 pictures have to be taken from DIFFERENT UNITS of the book. DONT TAKE!

Rating # 17

Overview:

• Course: GEO180
• 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:

Did not like her class. She acts nice on the first day but when it comes to raising your hand and asking questions when you need to, opinions over facts come out . Glad the semester is finally over

Rating # 18

Overview:

• Course: GEOGRAHPHY180
• 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 was very laid back. Liked to tell personal stories that related to the subject. Her Exams were easy as long as you came to class every day and read the book. Had Short Answer Question on the Exams, which were given to you throughout the lectures. She grades a bit harsh, but you literally earned your grade in her class. Extra Credit Available!

Rating # 19

Overview:

• Course: GEOG180
• 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 can't say enough great things about this lady! She gives funny lectures using short stories and nice pictures making it really enjoyable. I wish every professor would teach this way. You have to study hard and take a few pictures for a photo project, but after you do the information will register better and let you enjoy the world in a new way!

Rating # 20

Overview:

• Course: GEO100
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 1.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Do not take this class unless she's the absolute last resort. She is not the best professor when it comes to being organized. Sometimes her lectures were somewhat scrambled. You have to work extremely hard for an A/B on your own as most things she talks about is not on the exam. Tip: Review & focus on your maps gradually. Memorization is important.