Reviews of professor Emma Amador

Rating: 1.0/5, difficulty: 3.0/5
The class is structured so you will constantly be reading and writing. A large portion of your grade is determined by participation and attendance which the professor determines herself (i.e. no attendance or clicker). Topics are up to date, but she allows her own opinion to drive the class. Would not recommend to fill a category requirement.

Rating: 5.0/5, difficulty: 4.0/5
I love Professor Amador! She isn't very accessible to reach outside of class - takes a long time to answer your emails or just won't answer at all. She is one of the most passionate teachers I've had and cares more about you comprehending the material than your grade. Lots of in-class discussion in small groups, very approachable after class

Rating: 3.0/5, difficulty: 3.0/5
Prof. Amador was passionate about everything she taught. There was a lot of reading, but everything we read felt relevant and never like a waste of time. Participation matters and is based on the readings, so if you don't actually do them you likely won't do well in the course. Grades were often delayed, so it was hard to know how I was doing.

Rating: 5.0/5, difficulty: 3.0/5
Professor is extremely nice and very passionate about the course material. There is a lot of outside reading you have to do and you have to attend lectures which are kind of boring. The course itself has no exams. 6 reading quizzes, 3 reading responses, and a final paper. She is very flexible and as long as you try, you get 100s on everything.

Rating: 4.0/5, difficulty: 3.0/5
Overall, Professor Amador is a great professor! She is super kind and understanding. The class is pretty heavy on reading, but it is never super challenging. The material is super interesting and you can tell that Professor Amador is genuinely passionate about it. I'd say just keep up with responses and essays and you'll be good!

Rating: 4.0/5, difficulty: 4.0/5
Prof. Amador is a great professor, really knows what she is talking about. She wants you to do well but you have to put in the effort. There's no textbook, just online readings, no exams just projects for the midterm & final. You have to come to class to stay on track and there is a lot of work but the amount you learn afterwards it is so worth it!