Sylvia Thompson - University of Miami

Professor: Sylvia Thompson

Department: TBD

College: University of Miami

Rating # 1

Overview:

• Course: POL201
• 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:

Said the Civil War was not about slavery but was about states rights. Why do you think they WANTED states rights? Said her relatives were Civil War veterans so she knew it was true. Everyone was falling asleep in her class because she is not engaging. Tests are dense.

Rating # 2

Overview:

• Course: POL201
• 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 cannot stress how much I loved Thompson, she's funny and sweet and cares for her students. She's precious and honestly my favorite professor I have had so far. Be warned though, you must do well on all 3 tests or you won't get an A. Read the hand outs before each test and take good notes because her lectures are not written down in a power point.

Rating # 3

Overview:

• Course: POL201
• Grade Received: Not sure yet
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

Prof Thompson is one greatest professors to ever teach me. she is very clear in she wants you to know. show up and write down whatever she says even if she coughs write down *coughs* because it'll probably come up on the test. it is not an easy A class as much as it is a well-earned A. changed my major to PoliSci after taking her class.

Rating # 4

Overview:

• Course: POL201
• Grade Received: A-
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

She knows what she is talking about and the class is overall enjoyable to go to everyday. There are only three tests throughout the whole semester and that is it. However, if you pay even a little bit of attention, you will likely be fine.

Rating # 5

Overview:

• Course: POL201
• Grade Received: A-
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Fine professor. Lectures may get a bit boring and repetitive but she knows what she's talking about. I wouldn't mind having her again. You have to really like the subject, though.

Rating # 6

Overview:

• Course: POL201
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

This woman is the best professor ever. Intelligent and nice. She knows everything and if you listen to her, you will succeed.

Rating # 7

Overview:

• Course: POL201
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

Sylvia Thompson is the best lecturer I've ever had. She is clear and precise; you always understand what she is saying. I learned so much in this class.

Rating # 8

Overview:

• Course: POL201
• Grade Received: A-
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

She is a great professor. Highly recommend.

Rating # 9

Overview:

• Course: POL374
• Grade Received: B
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

This is the third class I took with Thompson. Usual grading of 4 tests each making up 1/4 of your total grade, with 15% of the last test counting from attendance (taken every class) and, different than her other classes, participation. Unlike her other classes, you should get the textbook. Still, she is interesting and very knowledgeable.

Rating # 10

Overview:

• Course: POL315
• Grade Received: B+
• Overall Rating: 3.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

As someone fluent in politics, I learned nothing new in this class. However, I ended with a B+ because she lectures and covers SO much material and then puts the most obscure T/F questions about specific laws on the exams. If you miss a class, you will not know at least 2 Qs on the test. She is super picky about short answer Qs too.

Rating # 11

Overview:

• Course: POL201
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 3.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

She's very approachable and knowledgable but your grade is based only on 3 tests and nothing else. The tests are super dense and it takes a lot of time to read each question. It's purely lecture, with just a few handouts in each chapter. If you find it difficult to just speech with no powerpoint or tangible notes, I wouldn't take her.

Rating # 12

Overview:

• Course: POL201
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

Dr. Thompson is a boss. She knows what she's talking about and her classes are so enjoyable. Write down everything she says and you will do fine on the tests. Textbook is not entirely necessary.

Rating # 13

Overview:

• Course: POL307
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Thompson is a very straight-forward professor. Her classes are 99% lecture, not really any discussion. This can get really boring, but it depends on your learning style. I read the textbook and the lectures were exactly the same as the book. Participation grade is attendance-based (can miss 2 classes), and there are four tests.

Rating # 14

Overview:

• Course: POL201
• Grade Received: B+
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Professor Thompson is one of the better political science professors. Her classes only consist of lecture and can be boring from time to time but all questions on her exams are from lectures. Three exams determine you're grade so do well, she also considers attendance and participation while grading. She gives you an outline of each test too

Rating # 15

Overview:

• Course: POL201
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

Dr. Thompson is a very good professor. Her tests are very easy as long as you show up to class and pay attention. She does not use powerpoints, so you have to take your own notes. You're allowed up to 2 missed classes. It is honestly an easy A, you just have to put some effort into it.

Rating # 16

Overview:

• Course: POL201
• Grade Received: A-
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Dr. Thompson is a straight thug. Like Tupac and Biggie. She's the best professor at UM, and she's the reason I switched my major to poli sci. Don't take her class if you're a lazy waste of space, she doesn't have time for your crap.

Rating # 17

Overview:

• Course: POL201
• 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 is the best! I had her for 2 classes and I got A's in both. I did all the reading and got good grades on the tests. She takes role in the classes I've had with her. Honestly I missed a lot of class in POL315 and still did well but I wouldn't suggest it.

Rating # 18

Overview:

• Course: POL201
• Grade Received: A-
• Overall Rating: 4.5
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

She's just a cool lady. The class isn't too difficult and material is interesting. The lectures can be a little dry but she's just adorable and so sweet which makes up for it. She walks in every day and says "Well I hope you're all having a fabulous day so far." She's awesome, highly recommend!

Rating # 19

Overview:

• Course: POL201
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

She is amazing but you have to put the work in if you want the A. If the subject interest you I would definitely recommend taking it with her- I personally love her and will be taking another class with her but class is no walk in the park- she is very very knowledgeable!

Rating # 20

Overview:

• Course: POL313
• Grade Received: B-
• Overall Rating: 3.5
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

She knows everything about Poli Sci. It's almost like she was best friends with the founding fathers. Her tests are difficult because it's not just on her lecture but from the book. There are essays due with every test. And she takes roll and docks you. Read the book before class and answer her questions she says out loud and she will love you.