Michelle Curach-Turner
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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.)
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Class of 2021
I took US History, so this is based off of that. The class is easy. No textbook, *minimal* homework, fun activities with your peers. It teaches a lot as well. Definitely good for someone who wants to learn but doesn't want to stress over grades or credits. Extra credit is a flowing fountain if you answer questions in class or do her bidding (I've been asked to fix curtains, vacuum the class, post flyers - I know, I was desperate, okay? ). Yes, there is a lot of writing in the notebook but I think most can handle that. If you make any kind of effort, you'll get the grade you want and you'll learn history as well. Win-win?
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Class of 2021
Because history is all about politics, the teacher often starts deep and sometimes uncomfortable conversations about the current political situation. Last year, she asked us to listen to a 10-minute news radio piece every week to then present the current events to the rest of the class. Sometimes the discussions got heated, but at least in my class, there was no toxicity or genuine hatred.