Need help understanding 'search my professor'

I'm about to join college next year and I've heard people talk about something called 'search my professor'. Can anyone tell me what it is and how it works? Is it a reliable source to know about professors before taking their classes?

Sure, I can help with that. "Rate My Professors" is likely what you're referencing. It's a review site where students provide feedback on their college professors and courses. It's intended to give students an idea of what to expect in terms of course difficulty, teacher responsiveness, clarity, workload, and more. However, like any review site, it can be subjective and is based on the experiences of those who've elected to leave a review.

For example, some students may give a professor a poor rating just because they found the course challenging, not necessarily because the professor was inadequate. To get a more accurate picture of a professor, I'd recommend looking over multiple reviews to see if there's a consensus on certain points, such as clarity of instruction or workload. You can also check to see if your school offers course evaluations or evaluations of professors that can provide additional perspectives.

Just remember that the best way to know whether a professor's teaching style matches well with your learning style is to experience it for yourself. While "Rate My Professors" and other feedback sources can provide some insightful information, they shouldn't be the sole basis of your decision to take or drop a course. The professor's expertise in the subject matter, your interest in the course content, and whether it fits into your academic goals should also be considered.