AI Rate Professor

Computer Information Systems

Michelle Richards

CIS005 · AIS011 · AIS002A · AIS012 · CIS0100831 · CIS10 · CIS0100834 · CIS010 · AIS005 · 39 lifetime ratings

AI rating
100/100
RMP rating
4.9/5
Take again
97.44%
Difficulty
2.4

The decision

if you want a and can keep up with frequent assignments.

Best fit · Effort For RewardMotivational teachingCaring supportExtra creditClear online structureMany assignments
  • Richards is overwhelmingly praised as , and and in-person formats.
  • The course is usually grade-friendly because , and many students earn As.
  • several students mention lots of .

Key questions

Four answers before you build your schedule.

Is this an easy A?

EasyA

89/100

An A is very attainable for students who submit steady assignments because , and grades are mostly high.

Online evidence strongly supports an easy A with steady effort, while but includes one harsh failure experience.

Is the course easy?

Introductory

82/100

Most courses feel beginner-friendly because instructions, videos, resources, and professor support make basic computer topics easier to follow.

Online reviews emphasize easy navigation and asynchronous flexibility, while .

Is attendance flexible?

Varies

68/100

Reviews show asynchronous online flexibility and work-ahead options, but participation and .

Online classes appear more flexible, while policy.

Is this professor recommended?

MustTake

96/100

Students almost universally recommend Richards because , and gives many chances to succeed.

, though in-person reviews include one strong negative outlier.

Course guide

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Grading

Generous

88/100

, and many A grades make grading generous for students who keep up.

Format shift

Online reviews provide the strongest evidence for and ; in-person reviews are mostly fair but less uniform.

Workload

Moderate

55/100

Assignments are usually simple and clear, but many students mention five or , and time-consuming work.

Format shift

Online reviews repeatedly mention weekly assignments, while one heavy-work complaint.

Teaching experience

Excellent

98/100

Students repeatedly describe Richards as , and deeply invested in student success.

Format shift

Both online and .

Assessment method

FocusOnAssignments

28/100

Grades appear , and course activities rather than exam-heavy testing.

Format shift

Online reviews mention assignments, quizzes, discussions, video projects, and ; and assignments.

Luni fit check

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Course format

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Classroom format

In person

6 reviews

Medium confidence · Best fit for Effort For Reward

In-person reviews are mostly very positive about encouragement, practical help, clear lectures, and work and inflexibility.

Main concern

One in-person student reports heavy work, poor flexibility, and an F.

What students said

“ and filled with practical information for the lab.”
CIS10
“She really cares about you succeeding in the class and in general.”
AIS002A
“Heavy work, completing a lot of .”
CIS0100831

Remote format

Online

33 reviews

High confidence · Best fit for Effort For Reward

Online reviews are extremely positive about , and approachable course design.

Main concern

Several online students , and no late-work flexibility.

What students said

“The course work is easy to understand with .”
CIS010
“Over 5 assignments due weekly so keep track and put aside time”
CIS010
“She doesn't accept late work though so just keep that in mind.”
AIS011

Exam style

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Exam policy is not clearly proven, but reviews mention quizzes and .

QuizzesPop QuizzesAssignmentsVideo ProjectNo Face Required For Video Project

Assessment risk

Standard

62/100

Low score means less forgiving assessment conditions.

In person

or policy, and mainly discuss labs, assignments, and grading fairness.

Lab AssignmentsFair Grading
“In the assignments.”
CIS10
“ .”
CIS10

Online

, and a video project where showing your face is not required, but do not clearly prove webcam, proctoring, Lockdown Browser, or open-book policy.

QuizzesPop QuizzesVideo ProjectNo Face Required For Video Project
“the .”
CIS010
“Beware of pop quizzes”
AIS005
“there is a video project, but you don't have to show your face and it's really simple.”
CIS010

Student evidence

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Top student voice

“Professor Richards creates a warm, welcoming atmosphere, where other professors try to bring the tough facade on day one to thin their herd.”

Voice snapshots generated from 39 reviews, highlighting key themes in , and format differences. Credibility rating: High.

🎯 Teaching Quality

98/100

“Professor Richards is AMAZING!!! She goes the extra mile and is always willing to assist you with any concerns.”

👍 Recommendation Rate

96/100

“You can never go wrong with registering Professor Richards's class.”

📚 Workload Balance

55/100

“Great teacher! Make sure to make time for class assignments, there is about 5 assignments due weekly.”

Theme 1

👨‍🏫 About Teaching Style

  • She is a great teacher. If you need help with your work, she is very fast at getting back to you.
  • and filled with practical information for the lab.
  • She makes the and motivating with easter eggs and encourages us to keep going and not to give up.

Theme 2

📈 About Grades And Work

  • She offers many opportunities to improve our grades
  • As long as you do the work, participate, and try not to fall behind, you will guaranteed be able to pass her class based on effort!
  • There are and you aren't allowed to turn in late assign.

Theme 3

❤️ About Support And Character

  • She really cares about you succeeding in the class and in general.
  • She goes above and beyond in answering our questions and making sure we succeed in this course.
  • , and really cares about her students.

Data context

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Analysis sample

39

Recent reviews read by the AI

39

Lifetime ratings

95/100

Evidence confidence

Thirty-nine reviews from 2019 to 2024 provide extensive, consistent evidence across mostly online courses and several in-person courses.

Inside 39 stored ratings

Quality ratings

5 out of 536
4 out of 52
3 out of 50
2 out of 50
1 out of 51

Course coverage

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Reported outcomes

A range results lead the reported letter grades.

38 reported outcomes

A range

28

A+ 12 · A 16

B range

5

B+ 3 · B- 2

C range

0

No reported values

D range

0

No reported values

F

1

F 1

No letter grade reported

4

Not sure yet 4