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Communication

Debra Denison

COMB1 · COMM108 · COMMB1 · COMMB2 · COMM101 · COMMB8 · PUBLCSPKN · 22 lifetime ratings

AI rating
38/100
RMP rating
3.3/5
Take again
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Difficulty
3.6

The decision

if you want a strict, structured speech class and are ready to follow directions exactly.

Best fit · Hardcore LearnerStrict GraderSpeech HeavyAttendance MattersPolarizingStructured
  • Denison is highly polarizing, with some students praising her structure and others strongly warning against her.
  • The class is speech-heavy with and strict rules on late work or missed speeches.
  • Getting an A appears difficult because and effort requirements are high.

Key questions

Four answers before you build your schedule.

Is this an easy A?

HardWork

35/100

An A is possible, but students repeatedly say it takes a lot of , and tolerance for .

All Easy A because there are no online reviews.

Is the course easy?

Challenging

35/100

The course is challenging because it demands repeated speeches, , and professional standards.

All course .

Is attendance flexible?

Mandatory

15/100

Attendance and deadlines are strict, with comments warning not to miss class or speeches.

and lateness policies.

Is this professor recommended?

Depends

42/100

Students split sharply between praising her structure and warning that and expectations are harsh.

Recommendation and is strongly polarized.

Course guide

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Grading

Harsh

20/100

Many students describe her grading as hard, picky, subjective, or difficult for earning A grades.

Format shift

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Workload

Heavy

25/100

The class has repeated speeches, homework due often, outlines, preparation, and strict no-late-work rules.

Format shift

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Teaching experience

Average

52/100

, and inspirational, while others say she teaches little and gives unclear instructions.

Format shift

Teaching and is highly mixed.

Assessment method

Balanced

55/100

Assessment appears , and a final rather than one single method.

Format shift

Assessment .

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Course format

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Classroom format

In person

22 reviews

High confidence · Best fit for Hardcore Learner

some students find valuable and others find harsh or unfair.

Main concern

The main concern is strict grading, heavy speech work, no-late-work rules, and limited tolerance for absences.

What students said

“she grades really hard and is very picky on the outline”
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“I got an A but it was a lot of work.”
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“CANT miss any speeches or you will fail.”
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“ and you will never be lost in her class.”
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Remote format

Online

0 reviews

Low confidence

No stored summary is available for this format.

Main concern

No main concern is stored for this format.

Exam style

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Reviews mention an easy final and online tests, but they do not .

Easy FinalOnline Tests MentionedReviews Do Not Clearly Prove Proctoring

Assessment risk

Varies

55/100

Low score means less forgiving assessment conditions.

In person

and online tests, but do not clearly prove proctoring or .

Easy FinalOnline Tests MentionedReviews Do Not Clearly Prove Proctoring
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Online

Student evidence

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Top student voice

“I got an A but it was a lot of work. NOT an easy speech class if you are not willing to put in effort.”

Voice snapshots generated from 22 reviews, highlighting key themes in , and attendance. Credibility rating: Medium.

⚖️

20/100

“she grades really hard and is very picky on the outline”

📚 Workload Reality

25/100

“Alot of work but if you put in the time you will get a good grade.”

🎯 Teaching Quality

52/100

“ and you will never be lost in her class.”

👍 Recommendation Split

42/100

“Look into taking another teacher.”

Theme 1

📢 About Speeches & Structure

  • Four speeches in total the first and the last are automatic A's .
  • Everyday speeches and speeches... and more speeches
  • She is definately firm and tells you what exactly she wants from you in the class.

Theme 2

📈 About Difficulty & Grades

  • A's are hard to get in this class.
  • I got an A but it was a lot of work.
  • If you like As, than stay away from her!
  • she grades really hard and is very picky on the outline

Theme 3

🚪

  • Does not allow late or work so don't miss class.
  • no absences and never be late
  • CANT miss any speeches or you will fail.

Theme 4

👩‍🏫 About Teaching Style

  • Fantastic teacher! Extremely friendly and always helpful.
  • NEVER TAUGHT ANYTHING.
  • She runs a tight ship.
  • !

Data context

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Analysis sample

22

Recent reviews read by the AI

22

Lifetime ratings

70/100

Evidence confidence

There are 22 reviews across several years with detailed comments, but the evidence is old and strongly polarized.

Inside 22 stored ratings

Quality ratings

5 out of 59
4 out of 52
3 out of 55
2 out of 52
1 out of 54

Course coverage

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Reported outcomes

A range results lead the reported letter grades.

3 reported outcomes

A range

2

A 2

B range

1

B 1

C range

0

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D range

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F

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No letter grade reported

0

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