Victoria Jackson
Data based on 3 reviews.
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 2022
If you are in need of fulfilling your VAPA requirements, taking beginner ceramics is one of the best and easiest classes. Ms. Jackson is very understanding and all she wants is for you to pass her class. At the beginning of the year, you start to work with clay, creating different sculptures such as pots, whistles, skulls, animals, etc. All of the supplies are supplied to you and most of the things you had to provide yourself are items that are around the house. Later on in the year, you start to work with color mixing and different techniques. The homework is very minimal and doesn’t take that long each day, just as long as you follow her directions. At first, it was very difficult taking an art class and working with clay for the first time but once you get the hang of it, the class is really enjoyable.
Class of 2022
Ceramics was a very fun class to take. Most of the supplies are provided for you. The only supplies that I had to provide on my own was a sponge, cardboard, a fork, and a butter knife. This class was very unique because you are working with clay and it's got hands-on projects. In fact, all of our projects and homework are clay sculptures which felt challenging for a beginners ceramics class. The homework takes about 30 minutes to 1 hour a day to work on. Once you finish your project it needs to get fired up and it takes awhile to get it back but it feels nice to have something tangible to show for your hard work and what you accomplished. I don't have a background in art or any artistic abilities, so I hesitated signing up for this class but I'm glad that I did because I stepped out of my comfort zone and really enjoyed the class.