Kathryn Benson McQuade
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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 2022
For her Creative Writing elective, do your work!! We got grade contracts at the beginning of the term detailing what needed to be done for a six. From there on, it was easy to follow suit!
Class of 2020
If you are given the opportunity to receive feedback on your paper before turning it in, you should 100% do so. Ms. McQuade is extremely helpful, and her advice will definitely help your writing. Do all of the reading for this class; it helps to not leave the reading for the last minute and instead use all the time you have to finish the reading.
Additional Comments
Class of 2022
I love Ms. McQuade! I only took her Creative Writing; Memoir course, so admittedly instead of grades we got completion checks, but she was always so kind and helpful! We got about four or five books that we only read max two chapters out of, and we also had intriguing reading supplements. She's super flexible although seems to be a stickler for details. Participation is required, but if you're shy or uncomfortable speaking during class, you can share comments in an email or note afterward, Take her class!
Class of 2020
Ms. McQuade is one of the most amazing teachers I have ever had. She is considerate, insightful, kind, and bright. Her feedback on my essays transformed the way I write English papers. She gets essays back in almost no time and writes each student lengthy, thoughtful, and extremely helpful feedback on papers. Ms. McQuade is a brilliant writer, teacher, author, and mentor.