Reviews of professor Scott Makstenieks

Rating: 5.0/5, difficulty: 3.0/5
I could not have chosen a better Intro to Speech Communication professor than Scott. You give three speeches throughout the semester, have two take-home exams, and write discussion board posts about 3 times a week. You are not required to memorize your speeches, though they are graded very specifically. He is so caring and wants you to do well!!

Rating: 4.0/5, difficulty: 2.0/5
I have no issues with him! He relates information to today's culture, adds in some good laughs, gives very detailed feedback, and etc. I have a very small attention span and from time to time listening to him talk the entire time can get a bit boring.

Rating: 4.0/5, difficulty: 3.0/5
The class was a lot of busy work but overall was easier than anticipated. There are no tests, but two take home papers and three short speeches. Scott is awesome! He gets to know you and makes the class more interesting.

Rating: 4.0/5, difficulty: 3.0/5
pretty great teacher, really understanding with hybrid class schedule

Rating: 4.0/5, difficulty: 2.0/5
Dr. M is great for speech! Show up to class, complete discussions, and write a speech based on his given criteria and it's an easy A! Speeches are not required to be memorized which is helpful! ALSO no textbook to buyhe provides a free online pdf to use! He's super accommodating and understandingif you ever need anything just be honest with him!

Rating: 4.0/5, difficulty: 3.0/5
Scott cares about his students so much, and he makes that clear within the first few classes. He is easy to talk to and really connects with everyone while still making his lessons interesting and engaging. He grades fairly harsh, so definitely put effort into this class. I would take Scott for every CMST class if I could, he's a great professor.

Rating: 4.0/5, difficulty: 2.0/5
Very respectful man. Easy to talk to and is always open to whatever anyone in the room has to say even if it's weird, which is great for a speech prof. Fair amount of discussion hw but very easy to BS, don't know that he ever really reads them especially towards middle of the sem, but do them if you want a good grade, easy points. Fair grader

Rating: 4.0/5, difficulty: 3.0/5
Textbook is provided (free). Scott is a very nice and funny awkward professor. Don't let his awkward-niceness fool you though, his grading is definitely harsh/hard so put in your best effort! Showing up to class is a big deal for him so make sure you're there. Overall, just try your best and you'll pass. Don't underestimate Scott.

Rating: 4.0/5, difficulty: 3.0/5
Dr. Scott is a nice guy, the lectures can go on a bit but not bad, 50 minutes is just fine. The writing exams are take-home and he gives you plenty of time to write them and the directions are usually pretty direct. He provides good feedback after he grades your papers but takes a little while to get them back. Over all good class and professor.

Rating: 3.0/5, difficulty: 2.0/5
A good choice for 192 but there are readings do for every class and take home quizzes that are weirdly graded hard.