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Communication Studies

Stephen Shelton

COMST2 · COMSTD72 · COMM12 · COMM2 · COMSTD2 · COMSTD12 · 72 lifetime ratings

AI rating
100/100
RMP rating
4.9/5
Take again
100%
Difficulty
2.2

The decision

if public speaking makes you nervous and .

Best fit · Beginner FriendlyClear rubricsCaring and accessibleEasy A with effortHelpful feedbackLow-pressure speeches
  • Shelton is overwhelmingly praised as , and supportive.
  • The class is usually an easy A if students follow outlines, complete speeches, and keep up with assignments.
  • Online and more reading and recorded speech structure.

Key questions

Four answers before you build your schedule.

Is this an easy A?

WalkInThePark

94/100

An A is very realistic because , and students repeatedly say following outlines and doing the work is enough.

Both formats strongly support easy-A potential, with online students emphasizing recorded speeches and in-person students emphasizing participation.

Is the course easy?

Introductory

89/100

The course feels beginner-friendly because speeches are scaffolded with , and a low-pressure environment.

Online reviews highlight structured materials and easy assignments, while , and preparation.

Is attendance flexible?

Recommended

62/100

Attendance is not described as harsh, but , and activities make showing up important.

and peer evaluations, while online reviews focus more on deadlines and recorded work.

Is this professor recommended?

MustTake

98/100

Students recommend him almost unanimously because , and makes public speaking less intimidating.

Both online and in-person evidence strongly recommend him, with little meaningful difference in enthusiasm.

Course guide

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Grading

Generous

92/100

Students repeatedly say he grades generously when guidelines are followed and , and feedback.

Format shift

Online and .

Workload

Light

84/100

The workload is usually light to moderate, , and manageable assignments.

Format shift

Online sections mention reading and discussions more often, while and participation.

Teaching experience

Excellent

97/100

Reviews consistently describe him as , and effective at reducing speech anxiety.

Format shift

Both formats show excellent teaching, with online reviews praising organization and in-person reviews praising classroom comfort.

Assessment method

Balanced

57/100

Assessment is built around speeches and , and participation depending on the course.

Format shift

Online reviews , while in-person reviews mention speeches, participation, and occasional exams.

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Course format

Compare the in-person and online experience.

Classroom format

In person

22 reviews

High confidence · Best fit for Beginner Friendly

In-person students describe a safe, supportive, discussion-based class with and .

Main concern

Participation and because speeches, peer evaluations, and class activities carry credit.

What students said

“Work consists of group activities for credit and lots of time to prepare for speeches which are graded very generously.”
COMSTD2
“There are three speeches but ”
COMSTD2
“Make sure you attend class so you don't miss out on peer evaluations, and !”
COMSTD2

Remote format

Online

28 reviews

High confidence · Best fit for Beginner Friendly

Online students praise clear Canvas structure, helpful outlines, , and generally easy grading.

Main concern

, and speeches that can pile up if ignored.

What students said

“Follow the outlines and you'll do well.”
COMM2
“Work load was very manageable and easy to complete.”
COMSTD2
“There are three speeches to write and record.”
COMSTD2

Exam style

Know what to expect from exams and major assignments.

Exam risk is low because , and at least one open-note online midterm and final.

Open Note Exams In One Online ReviewMidterm And Final In Some SectionsSpeeches And ProjectsStudy Guides

Assessment risk

StudentFriendly

82/100

Low score means less forgiving assessment conditions.

In person

, and a few exams, but do not clearly prove open-book, closed-book, or proctoring rules.

Study GuidesSpeechesParticipation PointsFew Exams Mentioned
“his !”
COMSTD72
“We have a few exams and a few projects but nothing insane!”
COMM12
“Study guide is just like the test.”
COMSTD2

Online

Online reviews mention three speeches plus midterm and final in some sections, including one explicit open-note midterm and final, but .

Open Note MidtermOpen Note FinalRecorded SpeechesNo Weekly Quizzes In One Section
“1 open note midterm exam, and 1 open note final exam.”
COMSTD2
“ but and assignments.”
COMSTD2
“Speeches are submitted online”
COMSTD2

Student evidence

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Top student voice

“If you do and turn in the work there is no reason for you not to get an A.”

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

🎯 Teaching Quality

97/100

“He guided us every step, cared, and made class feel safe.”

👍 Recommendation Rate

98/100

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📈 Easy A Potential

94/100

“As long as you put in the effort, getting a good grade is very easy.”

Theme 1

👨‍🏫 About Teaching Style

  • , and .
  • He makes taking a communication/public speaking .
  • He guided us every step, cared, and made class feel safe.

Theme 2

📈 About Difficulty And Grades

  • Follow the outlines and you'll do well.
  • He's , as long as you follow the guidelines you'll be fine!
  • Easy A.

Theme 3

❤️ About Support

  • He is so understanding and very easy to talk to if you need anything!
  • and questions no matter how small.
  • This is a professor that wants you to succeed!

Data context

See exactly what the AI read.

Analysis sample

50

Recent reviews read by the AI

72

Lifetime ratings

96/100

Evidence confidence

Credibility is high because 50 detailed reviews across many years and both formats are extremely consistent.

Inside 50 stored ratings

Quality ratings

5 out of 566
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3 out of 50
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Reported outcomes

A range results lead the reported letter grades.

46 reported outcomes

A range

36

A+ 9 · A 24 · A- 3

B range

6

B+ 5 · B 1

C range

2

C+ 1 · C 1

D range

0

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