Reviews of professor Janet Sylvester

Rating: 5.0/5, difficulty: 4.0/5
Dr. Sylvester's course has been hands down the most valuable one I've taken at Harvard. She's going to drill the correct method of writing an academic essay into you, and once you learn that writing papers is a breeze. She gives incredible amounts of feedback on your writing, and is very encouraging.

Rating: 1.0/5, difficulty: 3.0/5
I don't recommend taking Dr. Sylvester's class. Especially if you intend to take EXPO E-25 next. My E-25 teacher asked for the opposite of what she taught on most occasions. Gives thorough feedback. However, essays must align with her views. Essay instructions were often confusing, and even the writing center didn't understand what she wanted.

Rating: 5.0/5, difficulty: 3.0/5
I am a Turkish student from Istanbul. Dr. Sylvester's class start at 5:50pm EST which is 01:50am in Istanbul! I was aware of this time difference, yet I took her class becasue she is a real GEM! If you want to take a course from a Harvard professor, like her, then get ready to work like a Harvard student. She is one of the nicest people I have met!

Rating: 5.0/5, difficulty: 3.0/5
Dr. S is a real gem!

Rating: 5.0/5, difficulty: 4.0/5
Dr. Sylvester is a straight shooter, so if you are looking for an easy grade then maybe you should look for another professor, but if you actually want to learn how to think beyond your limits then take her course. She will help you see your mistakes and will help you through them. Remember, this is Harvard and it shouldn't be easy; you got this.