Maria Turnmeyer - California State University, Northridge

Professor: Maria Turnmeyer

Department: TBD

College: California State University, Northridge

Rating # 1

Overview:

• Course: AAS151
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Taught very well. Assignments mainly consisted of speeches and presentations including 2 major 50-point speeches.

Rating # 2

Overview:

• Course: AAS115
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Prof Turnmeyer is the best! Took in Fall 2019. She cares for her students & is very organized. HER SYLLABUS HAS EVERYTHING, SO READ IT!! Be prepared to get creative w/ your assignments and have fun w/ it. Finish all projects ASAP bc there will be more! Final was 10 pg paper w/ topic of your choice. Highly recommend, you will learn a lot from her.

Rating # 3

Overview:

• Course: AAS115
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Honestly one of the greatest professors I have ever encountered, she is the sweetest woman and will help those who request it. Took here for both English, (AAS115) and Speech (AAS 151) and both of those classes were filled with special moments and exciting stories. Bottom-line, if you can take her do it and never look back.

Rating # 4

Overview:

• Course: AAS115
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

One of my best english classes ever. First, do your work and you will do well. Do your assignments on time because you have so much other work to do. I loved the class. I got to meet new people due to her group work. She knows what she is doing. Her organization is amazing and everything is on her syllabus. Be a responsible adult.

Rating # 5

Overview:

• Course: AAS151
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 1.0

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

Comment:

Public speaking is not easy by any means, but Professor Turnmeyer really made me feel comfortable on the first day. I use to be afraid of doing presentations, but this class has allowed me to have more confidence in myself. It really isn't a challenging class, to be honest. Just make sure to pay attention to the guidelines and you'll do good.

Rating # 6

Overview:

• Course: AAS115
• Grade Received: C
• Overall Rating: 2.0
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

Do the readings or else you won't be successful. Make sure to stay on top of all of your assignments especially the long term ones like reading journals. Pulled a couple all nighters for her class. She makes you right a 15 page research paper as a 1st semester freshman. super work heavy and if you are not willing to keep up, you won't pass.

Rating # 7

Overview:

• Course: AAS115
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

Shes an amazing professor! Would 100% take her class again. Shes hilarious and she cares a lot for her students. Make sure you dont procrastinate, because you cannot finish all of the essays and journals given to you in a span of one week.

Rating # 8

Overview:

• Course: AAS151
• Grade Received: A-
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

On the first day of class, the professor stated that we would have to do many speeches, some of which required singing or dancing. I wanted to drop the class, but decided not to, and I'm glad I didn't. I didn't realize how easy it was to pass this class as long as you participate and try, and many times you have the choice of working with a group.

Rating # 9

Overview:

• Course: AAS151
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

Prof. T makes public speaking challenging, yet invigorating for her students. I left her class with more appreciation for public speakers as well as more confidence in myself (about the subject). Throughout the sem, there are more than a dozen speeches to prepare for, and 2 final speeches at the end. She also gives out several E.C. opportunities!

Rating # 10

Overview:

• Course: AAS151
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

One of the few Professors that should actually be in this profession! Professor Turnmeyer truly cares about her students and I felt very inspired by her lectures and her little tips throughout the semester. All her assignments are meaningful and she gives students the freedom to express themselves with their speeches. That made it super fun!

Rating # 11

Overview:

• Course: AAS151
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

First off, Turnmeyer doesn't take attendance but usually if you miss class you're gonna miss important info such as pairing up in groups or a demo for future speeches. This class is pretty easy, you just need to do both the major speeches and do the majority of the minor speeches to pass. She gives a lot of extra credit and she is really cool!

Rating # 12

Overview:

• Course: AAS151
• Grade Received: A-
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

I love Prof. Turnmeyer! I really hate public speaking but she made this class fun & interesting. She gives A LOT & I mean a lot of extra credit, & is a really easy grader as long as you just do the speeches. There are about 2 major speeches (50 pts ea.) at the end of the sem. but there are a lot of minor speeches (10 pts ea.) that are pretty easy.

Rating # 13

Overview:

• Course: AAS113A
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

Great Teacher. If you show up to class everyday, you will have an easy time. In class, you just show up and listen or talk the entire time. I recommend taking this teacher if you are willing to write easy papers and showing up to class.

Rating # 14

Overview:

• Course: AAS115
• 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:

Turnmeyer is an exceptional professor, I would recommend taking her class to any student that asks. She aims to give assignments that are not only for her class, but helpful to your academic career overall. Professor T is inspirational in all aspects, always gives an honest opinion. I came out of this class a much better writer, and person.

Rating # 15

Overview:

• Course: AAS113A
• Grade Received: A+
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

We need more professors like her on campus! She is just amazing all around. She motivates her students and unless you don't motivate yourself, you will fail! There is a lot of work that is done in and outside of class so be prepared and CUT THE LAZINESS OUT!!! It really won't help. At then end of her class you will learn why she did what she did.

Rating # 16

Overview:

• Course: AAS113
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

Maria Turnmeyer is not like any other Prof. Her syllabus is clear and she is not the one that is by the book. Skipping class is not a good idea unless you cannot make it for real. She gives good feedback and her lectures are very enjoyable. Make sure you write a lot of notes and read. I would definitely take her class again!

Rating # 17

Overview:

• Course: AAS113A
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

You won't regret taking her class. She's outgoing and could be really funny at times. She keeps it 100. If she's not teaching in class, she's speaking about stuff that really matters. I've gain good knowledge by her wisdom and teaching. If you do your work and participate you'll pass with a good grade.

Rating # 18

Overview:

• Course: AAS115
• Grade Received: Not sure yet
• Overall Rating: 4.5
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

Prof T. truly cares for her students, and is there to help (in person, or via email). She keeps her word, (if she says, "a possible quiz" don't ignore) and treats everyone equally. Very energetic, always cheerful. Take her assignments/papers seriously. If you want an 'A', do not procrastinate, work hard, and most importantly ask for help/feedback.

Rating # 19

Overview:

• Course: AAS113A
• 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's really funny but doesn't mess around when it comes to grading. She's very helpful if you ask her, if not your on your own. This class was my favorite this year.

Rating # 20

Overview:

• Course: AAS113A
• Grade Received: Not sure yet
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

she is a great professor. essays due weekly. very funny, and interesting lessons. Do not miss class, she goes over a lot in one day. extremely helpful and caring.