Grace Cheng-Ying
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What kind of test questions does this teacher use most often (choose one):
Multiple ChoiceIs the teacher available for extra help during study halls, lunchtime, before or after school, etc.?
Almost AlwaysThe teacher responds to emails promptly. Do you...
Strongly AgreeThe teacher posts in-class materials online for reference (slides, etc.):
Almost AlwaysThe teacher lets us know at the beginning of the course and along the way how much each part of the class (homework, papers, quizzes and tests) counts towards our total grade:
Strongly AgreeHow much homework does this teacher assign?
Way too muchThe amount of writing required in this class is:
Very HighThe teacher allows us to use technology in class (e.g. laptop, calculator, smart pen, etc.)
Almost AlwaysHow much memorization is required to do well in this teacher’s course?
Very HighWhat advice would you give yourself if you were just starting the class now?
Class of 2023
There are pretty lengthy reading assignments (the texts and the answers to the questions are long). Personally, I found them doable and interesting, but if you're someone who hates reading or writing a lot, maybe it's not for you. Still, she let you answer in point form, which I found really nice. There was one long (40min) group presentation at the end of the semester, but again, it was doable. Over all, I loved my experience in her class. The class itself is really interesting if you listen, and she even let us pick one religion we wanted to learn more about and made a class on it (Daoism).
Class of -1
She is a super kind, funny and great teacher. I had her for Orientalism and there is quite a bit of work to do; there are readings, content analysis' and a big group presentation sometime during the semester. She gives a few quizzes that you need to do some minor studying for, but she warns students ahead of time for every assignment/quiz. Just make sure you've read the readings she gives thoroughly and that you manage your time with bigger work. Otherwise the class is really fun.
Class of 2022
Do reading assignments and you'll be fine!
Additional Comments
Class of 2023
I had her for World Religions. She was a great teacher: funny & enthusiastic. She explained things well and the material she used to teach (videos, texts, etc. ) I found very interesting. She is almost always available for questions, and if you don't understand something I strongly suggest you go ask, she's super nice.