AI Rate Professor

Computer Information Systems

Elaine Haight

JAVA · CS21A · CS2A · CS1B · CS1A · 21A · JAVA1A · CS3A · CS021A · PYTHON · 15A · 121 lifetime ratings

AI rating
36/100
RMP rating
2.6/5
Take again
51.85%
Difficulty
3.3

The decision

if you can follow exact instructions independently and tolerate a rigid communication style.

Best fit · Self Taught ProRude but organizedFast feedbackStrict formattingMixed teaching qualityBeginner-unfriendly
  • Online reviews are far more , and easy exams.
  • In-person reviews , and harsh formatting standards.
  • Grades can be attainable, but many students say the emotional and instructional cost is high.

Key questions

Four answers before you build your schedule.

Is this an easy A?

FairEffort

58/100

An A is possible because tests can be easy and appears, but exact formatting and .

Online reviews make the A sound easier, while and .

Is the course easy?

Standard

50/100

Intro programming content is often basic, but vague expectations and fast or .

Online modules are often described as clearer and more relaxed, while as confusing or intimidating.

Is attendance flexible?

Varies

45/100

Some students mention , while one student says skipping was not penalized.

, while online reviews focus more on due dates and forums.

Is this professor recommended?

Avoid

35/100

Recommendations are split, but the dominant risk is repeated reports of rude behavior and beginner-unfriendly support.

Online students , while in-person students more often warn others away.

Course guide

See how this professor fits your week.

Grading

Strict

32/100

She can award high grades, but and minor formatting choices.

Format shift

Online reviews mention easy exams and resubmits, while and ambiguous criteria.

Workload

Moderate

52/100

Workload is not consistently described as overwhelming, but and exact requirements require steady effort.

Format shift

Online reviews mention homework and modules, while , and strict guidelines.

Teaching experience

Poor

38/100

Some students praise her clarity and feedback, but many describe her as rude, unhelpful, and damaging for beginners.

Format shift

Online teaching experience is mixed to positive, while and often negative.

Assessment method

Balanced

54/100

Assessment , and finals rather than relying on one method.

Format shift

Online reviews mention exams and assignments, while , and project-based finals.

Luni fit check

Weigh these signals against your actual schedule.

Get help balancing workload, grading, and timing when no option is an obvious fit.

Course format

Compare the in-person and online experience.

Classroom format

In person

31 reviews

High confidence · Best fit for Self Taught Pro

In-person students report a much harsher experience, with frequent , and poor support for beginners.

Main concern

Many students say she is rude and unforgiving when beginners need help.

What students said

“She is extremely rude/rigid with beginners and unapproachable with zero care for her students despite genuine effort from them.”
CS1A
“This was my first CS class and as my teacher.”
CS3A
“ .”
CS1A

Remote format

Online

19 reviews

High confidence · Best fit for Effort For Reward

Online students , and exams easy, though some still called her unclear or rude.

Main concern

Email and .

What students said

“ and responding to emails.”
CS1A
“She was always very willing , and .”
CS21A
“Giving you no mercy and responding to your emails with anger”
JAVA1A

Exam style

Know what to expect from exams and major assignments.

Exams are often described as easy or project-based, but .

Easy TestsProgramming AssignmentsProject-Based FinalStrict Formatting

Assessment risk

Standard

61/100

Low score means less forgiving assessment conditions.

In person

, and project-based finals, but do not clearly prove closed-book exams or proctoring policy.

Easy TestsQuizzesProject-Based Final
“ and ”
CS3A
“ ”
JAVA1A
“Class material is easy.”
21A

Online

Online reviews explicitly describe easy tests and a , but do not clearly prove webcam, proctoring, Lockdown Browser, or open-book policy.

Easy TestsFinal Exam
“ ”
21A
“ ”
CS21A
“ C to F.”
CS21A

Student evidence

See what students actually said.

Top student voice

“This was my first CS class and as my teacher.”

Voice snapshots generated from 50 reviews, highlighting key themes in , and format differences. Credibility rating: High.

🎯 Teaching Quality

38/100

“Her lectures are extremely difficult to follow and she practically shames you when you ask questions about what is being taught.”

⚖️

32/100

“you have to do exactly what the ”

💬

70/100

“ and responding to emails.”

Theme 1

👨‍🏫 About Teaching Style

  • .
  • She's rude, mean, and disrespectful.
  • She answers every single question on the discussion forum.

Theme 2

📈 About Difficulty and Grades

  • It is easy to pass the class but her way of teaching and her personality makes the .
  • .
  • There is lots of opportunity for but you have to sit and do it.

Theme 3

❤️ About Student Support

  • She helps her students out of her way when we visit her during her office hours.
  • She will not answer your question if you ask her directly.
  • Very rude. Was in her online class, and

Data context

See exactly what the AI read.

Analysis sample

50

Recent reviews read by the AI

121

Lifetime ratings

92/100

Evidence confidence

The 50 reviews span many years, include both formats, and consistently , and rude communication.

Inside 50 stored ratings

Quality ratings

5 out of 531
4 out of 517
3 out of 57
2 out of 517
1 out of 549

Course coverage

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Reported outcomes

A range results lead the reported letter grades.

33 reported outcomes

A range

20

A+ 12 · A 6 · A- 2

B range

4

B+ 2 · B- 2

C range

4

C+ 2 · C 1 · C- 1

D range

1

D+ 1

F

0

No reported values

No letter grade reported

4

Drop/Withdrawal 1 · Not sure yet 2 · Not_Sure_Yet 1