3.1

Ann Evans

Biology - Thomas Nelson Community College

3.1
Quality
3.5
Difficulty
55%
Would Retake
113
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3.1
Quality
3.5
Difficulty
3.2
Helpful
3.1
Clarity

55%

Would Retake

113

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What Students Say

She is willing to help if asked

BIO101 - 3.0 rating

She is a laid-back teacher

BIO101 - 4.0 rating
Class Info

Online Classes

100%

Attendance Mandatory

87%

Textbook Required

88%

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Participation matters (5)
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Respected (5)
LOTS OF HOMEWORK (5)
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Reviews (113)
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BIO101LAB
Feb 15, 2006

This instructor is the most annoying woman I have ever met, we watch a movie, listen to her drone on and on about nothing and then try to do our labs. Which, I might add, she seems to have NO clue about. You ask a question and she looks at you like you have 3 heads. Worthless waste of space that one. TNCC needs to fire her.

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BIO101
May 4, 2006

..loves handouts, loves diagrams, loves outlines. you get an outline handout each class of what was covered which i liked. the whole process is very organized so maybe too structured for some people i guess but it worked for me. quite alot of info to learn/memorize but i felt i got a good understanding of biology from the class.

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BIOLOGY101
May 18, 2006

After taking a "not so structured" lab professor for BIO 102 i can truly appreciate DR. Evans. I liked the handouts, charts, and summaries. I felt i got a better understanding of the material from her than from my lecture. You know exactly what is expected of you, this week and next....it was alot of work but definately worth it.

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BIO101LAB
Jul 31, 2006

She was the worst teacher, didnt want to take the time to help you unless you were one of her favorite students, if you have her get out now! it was not hard to pass the class but putting up with her for hours was hard!

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BIO101
Dec 18, 2006

Very structured. I had her for lab and lecture. She was a much better lecture teacher then lab. In lab she wasent very helpfull and expected you to know how to do things on your own but in lecture she gave you handouts which was a great study guide for the tests.

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BIO102
Apr 24, 2007

ive had this teacher for lecture twice, she is very excited about biology. The assignments are crazy, as are the tests but, shes a good and helpful teacher overall

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BIO102
Apr 26, 2007

Everyone always complains about her however I really enjoyed her class and learned more from her than any previous teacher I've had. Yes she does give out a lot of assignments but its so you can better learn the material. As long as you study and "get the big picture" which isn't that difficult you'll do fine.

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BIO102
May 1, 2007

Dont sign up for this class if ur a slacker but still want an A try Mr Hornes class!! She often did give the Alien looks if you asked a question...def if she thought it was so obvious...Overall very informative, time consuming, WELCOME TO COLLEGE (more at the university level)

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BIO102
Oct 29, 2007

Dr.Evans expects alot, sometimes her tests seem full of trick questions/not worded well.Good lectures, provides outlines/power points, HW is based off lectures.I am disappointed with the grade I am going to receive for the amount of time I have invested this class.Spend ALOT of time studying specifics and use office hours. hard but worth your $$$

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BIO101L
Nov 7, 2007

She was the worst lab professor i've ever had!!! She re-reads the whole lab to you for a half hour killing time!!! She's extremely neurotic about name placement on assignments. To ice the cake she's no help at all. Dont take her she'll drive you nuts!!

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BIO102
Dec 8, 2007

She's a good teacher but drove me crazy with name placement. I would not suggest you take her because on Final Exam day she made my class take 2 tests. The first test was the 3rd test in the class and the second one was the final...ALL IN ONE DAY!!! Although she did that dumb thing she was very helpful during office hours...she made things under

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BIO101
Dec 13, 2007

Very helpful during office hours, no patience during class for questions. She gets overwhelmed easily it seems. I recommend Lamberton for Lab. She was very confusing and very demanding all at the same time. I stressed a lot over her class. Nice woman just not my first choice for a Lab teacher.

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BIO101
Dec 14, 2007

Do not take her... Just don't. Trust me.

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BIO101
Dec 27, 2007

She is probably one of the worst professors I have ever taken in college. She is a horrible lecture teacher but better in lab (as good as it gets) She is much better on the research end of things than she is in a lecture. She will not answer questions in lecture and if she does it is a "politicians"answer sending you in circles. Don't take her.

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BIO101
Feb 12, 2008

I would highly recommend that nobody takes her class unless willing to dedicate A LOT of time to it. she is very confusing, most of her explanations do not make since. She doesnt teach, you basically memorize notes off blackboard. She is a hard teacher and not very friendly either. Shes better in lab, BUT DO NOT WEAR FLIP FLOPS!

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BIO101
Feb 4, 2008

took this class as a gen ed requirement i read the reviews prior to signing up for this class, and i am an outstanding student and i figured i would give it a shot. i was sadly mistaken instructional methods not so great if you were not fast at note taking and missed something you have probably missed an exam question or two

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BIO101
Apr 1, 2008

This subject isn't cake. It's going to separate the men from the boys & the women from the girls. Dr. Evans spoon-feeds as much as she can but if you can't, for whatever reason, put in the time (the classic 2-3 hrs outside class for every hr inside class) be prepared to drop. Evans supplies her powerpoint presentation, a lecture outline, add'l w

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BIOLAB
May 1, 2008

she was hard to understand and not very good at explaining things. she is a nice lady, very intellegent but in my opinion not a great teacher

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BIO101
Nov 23, 2008

She is by far the worst prof I've ever had! She's completely neurotic and she can never answer a question directly. She never uses the book and relies on articles in science magazines as material. She is obviously knowledgeable in bio, but she cannot translate the material to students effectively. DO NOT TAKE HER! tncc needs to get rid of her!

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BIO01H
Jan 15, 2009

THIS WAS THE WORST PROFESSOR!!! She didn't even seem to know what she was talking about. Don't ask questions, don't expect clarity, and be prepared to listen to her rambling about escalators, her family, and conspiracies. DO NOT TAKE HER!!!!!!

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BIO102
Mar 27, 2009

She's really not that helpful, she's has alot of favortism towards "apple polisher" if you suck up to her then you should be fine. She doesn't really listen to anything a student says. She listens to only some part of something and then she zones out completely and then she rambles on how you should have your work done the way she likes it. bad!

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BIO101
May 6, 2009

I had her for 101 lab. All together she wasn't too bad.. The only thing really wrong with her is that shes super anal!!! other than that i got along with her just fine. I would recommend her if your ready to work. If not don't take her.

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BIO101
May 15, 2009

Awesome instructor really cares about science. You must attend all classes and take great notes. Read Read Read all text, power points, and articles on Bb and you should do fine.

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BIO101
Oct 13, 2009

All I have to say is save your money if you can't get another professor. I can't believe this woman is still teaching. Even the other staff can't stand her and. If you do take her and have an issue, do not be afraid to take it up with the dean, no matter what. They already know about her.

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BIO101
Oct 26, 2009

At first I didnt really care for her as a teacher, but now that I have stuck it out it really isnt that bad. I will admit you do have to read a lot and pay attention. You also cannot talk at all while she is talking. But other than that she is pretty nice.

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BIO101
Nov 8, 2009

Took her for Bio 101 Lab. I didn't like this teacher. She was confusing and had a bit of an attitude when anyone asked her questions or for further explanation. I don't know how she is in lecture but definitely don't recommend her for lab.

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BIO101
Nov 11, 2009

You couldn't pay me to take this class again.

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BIO101
Dec 2, 2009

lAB. She's bi-polar! she has these fits sometimes and the next minute shes ok. try to smile everytime you get to class so she doesnt pick o you. Every class she picks someone to always get on their case dont let it be you! I'm hispanic and she kinda made a racial joke at me because i was the only hispanic there Attitude problem hates toexplain thng

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BIO101
Dec 5, 2009

I had her for lab. I got the impression that she didn't like to answer questions. She is a bit neurotic. I dreaded going to class; she did not foster a friendly environment.

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BIO101
Dec 10, 2009

She has an attitude problem and does not like to answer questions. She gets upset with you if you don't call her Dr. Evans and will call you out for it in front of everyone. She is very anal and would not except any homework or prelabs that were not already stapled and in your hand when you walked in the door.

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BIO101
Feb 2, 2010

She doesn't take the time to explain things. Seems to expect you to know all the info that she is "lecturing" on. If you ask a question, don't expect an answer. She flew thru the material way too quickly, our whole class feels this way. She finds new teaching methods online and tests them on us like we're guinea pigs. Many ungraded assignments.

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BIO101
Apr 29, 2010

I disagree with most people. She may be confusing, but is willing to help. If you have a question she will answer. She may be a little tough but just study what she tells you. She mentions the book but doesn't teach out of it too often. However, if you simply skim the key points she mentions in the chapter you are good.

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BIO101
Apr 29, 2010

Worse teacher ever!!!!!! She never explains anything and expects you to know it. She lectures and then the tests are totally different than what she lectures. BI-POLAR!!! She makes you feel stupid if you ask a question! DON'T SIGN UP FOR HER!!!!

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BIO101
May 11, 2010

Dr. Evans Expect all students to start precieving them selfs as adults. She invision them to find problems and recommend solutions, she will follow up you response with a correct answer or tell you additional research is required. I would strongly recommend Dr. Evans for Lab or lec. She is that great

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BIO101
May 13, 2010

Pretty easy class if you study.The material she gives you to study is the same material that will be on the test

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BIO101
May 27, 2010

you might encounter lots of difficulty with connecting what she is teafhing with the book. If she didnt blackboard pre-tests you probably wouldnt pass the course

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BIO100
Jul 20, 2010

SHE IS A REALLY GOOD LAB TEACHER. SHE EXPLAINS THE MATERIAL WELL. LECTURE WAS OK. IF YOU ARE NOT A SERIOUS STUDENT AND UNWILLING TO STUDY YOU WILL FAIL HER.

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BIO101
Aug 30, 2010

Although she is a very intelligent lady she seems to make her class feel stupid by always saying "do you get it"? In like a pitch that makes you feel like poo. She gets distracted easily so don't come in late or get up to stretch your legs if she's talking. She is very by the book and expects kind of a lot out of her students even if you have not had the lecture yet on the lab you would be completing that day.

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BIO101
Sep 16, 2010

She's tough, but has a lot to cover in a short amount of time. You have to make an effort. She gives you all the tools, so if you fail it's due to laziness. She really understands her subject and can explain it very well. Others have marked her down for expecting to be called "Dr Evans", but I think she earned it and people should respect it.

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BIO101
Oct 25, 2010

I don't recommend this teacher to anyone. I would understand everything until I walked into her lab.

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BIO101L
Oct 27, 2010

She is a bit eccentric but not deserving of the negative comments I've seen. She is very helpful and clear and even wrote the lab manual for no profit. She is generous with grading and has good intentions for her students.

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BIO101
Nov 4, 2010

I had this professor for lab and lecture. I would not recommend her to any one. She expects you to already know what she is teaching.Her exams are very hard as well. If you have a question she makes you feel stupid. DONT TAKE THIS CLASS

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BIO101
Dec 14, 2010

This lady knows her stuff. She gives you every possible way to learn what you're supposed to - including lots of supplemental material online. She is open to seeing you during office hours if you need help. She's not the easiest, because you do have to work, but if you are going on to a BIO degree definitely take her, because you will learn alot

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BIO101
Dec 14, 2010

Class itself was pretty difficult but she made it a miserable experience. I am sorry but she made the students feel very intelligent. She does not cover material well, and does it at a very fast pace. I would not recommend her to anyone, I had to learn it all on my own.

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BIO101
Dec 19, 2010

She's a VERY intelligent teacher. She just might be too smart to be teaching general biology. She created the college LAB workbook. She doesn't explains things very well. Although I know she wants students to think, sometimes I think we just need a little more clarification.

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BIO101
Feb 14, 2011

DOES NOT explain instructions well.Speaks intelligent but makes you feel dumb.HAS A VERY NASTY ATTITUDE!!!!

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BIO101
Jun 5, 2011

she cant answer any questions clearly if she doesnt know the answer she tries to slip out of it the free response on her tests are bull she uses them to her own likeing and even if you get it right she will mark you wrong worst professor i have ever had she tries to make you feel small but at the same time everyone in the class hates her guts.

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BIO101L
May 15, 2011

She doesn't answer questions, or when she tries she confuses everyone. She doesn't create a positive atosphere. Her quizzes are from HER lecture, not the standard info from the book. Her labs are very disorganized, even though she wrote the book. I tested my patience every time I had to go to her class. Don't waste your time & money with this one.

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BIO101
Jun 30, 2011

THIS IS THE WORST PROFESSOR I HAVE EVER ENCOUNTERED FOLLOWING MY ATTENDENCE AT THOMAS NELSON COMMUNITY COLLEGE. FROM AUGUST TO DECEMBER PROFESSOR ANN EVANS NEVER GAVE ANY TESTS...ONLY QUIZZES WHICH CONCLUDED HER BORING CONFUSING LECTURES. WHEN THE EXAM CAME EVERYTHING FROM CHAPTERS 1 TO 15 WERE ALL CRAMMED IN ONE. SHE DOESN'T KNOW HOW TO ANSWER ?'S

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BIO101
Jun 30, 2011

WHEN YOU ASK HER QUESTIONS SHE CONFUSES EVERYONE BY GIVING A STATEMENT THAT DO NOT UNDERSTAND. EVERYONE IS LOOKING LIKE "Huh... what is she talking about?" YOU DONT EVEN REMEMBER WHAT YOU ASKED AFTER SHE FINISH HER NON SENSE EXPLANATION. THIS LADY SUCKS AS A TEACHER AND SHE LOOKS AT YOU LIKE YOU'RE THE DUMB ONE AND SHE HAS A VERY NASTY ATTITUDE!!!!

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BIO102
Nov 18, 2011

I did not think that this teacher does not know the information she does not know how to teach it. I've asked many questions and she did not know the answer. I understand that she wants to have a call and response class but you need to have some sort of direction and she did not give that. not a good teacher

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BIO101
Oct 11, 2011

wow! I do not agree witht the previous statements. Prof. Evans is knowledgable and friendly. She answers questions, and gives feedback. She gives a quiz before we begin eack lab and if you study for it you will be ok.

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BIO102
Nov 21, 2011

While Dr. Evans might not be the best teacher ever she is quite good. She tells her class she is a plant biologist primarily so ask her plant questions! She does try and be knowledgeable about her course though. I fully enjoyed her class. You have to be willing to put in the time with her though. Class is more review than lecture.

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BIO102
Dec 7, 2011

the worst professor award at thomas nelson community college needs to be awarded to Dr. Evans. She shouldn't even be called a doctor. However if you take her class you might want to visit a doctor afterwards because of the amount of damage she has done to your brain.

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BIO101
Dec 22, 2011

I do not agree with these comments either! I found Professor White to be really knowledgeable in our lab class. She knew her subject, explained it well and always had time to offer help. She had a short quiz at the beginning of each class and always reviewed the material for that beforehand. Work hard, participate and you will get a good grade.

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BIO101
Mar 20, 2012

Although she does whistle at you to get your attention, she knows what she is talking about. If you take time to talk to her out of class she is very helpful and the new way she does her quizes help you get a better grade in lecture.

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BIO102
May 1, 2012

I think all the bad ratings of Dr. Evans are funny. If you're a responsible student who does the required reading and comes to class prepared, Dr. Evans class is not difficult at all. She's extremely helpful, especially if you attend office hours. She brings a lot of science articles to class with current research on topics that you are learning.

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BIO101L
Jul 4, 2012

Her Lab Class Is Boring, Her Quizzes were easy sometimes. But 4-5 Questions! No Room For A Wrong Answer, Videos and Internet Labs Suck!

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BIO101
May 28, 2012

I loved Dr. Evans! You have to put in the work if you want to do well in her class, it's definitely not not one you can sleep through and expect to pass, but she is so passionate and willing to help. Just do the reading and show up to class-I ended up with a GREAT grade with her. So if you're interested in/passionate about Bio, take her!

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BIO101
Oct 22, 2012

She's a good teacher but she's dreadfully boring. She tries to be exciting and nice but just comes off as droll and shrill.

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BIOLO101
Oct 26, 2012

I think that professor Evan is an awesome teacher. Even though I am not finished with the class, I have seen dramatic improvment. She is very hepful, and her offic hours really pay off. She tells you what to expect on the test, and her show me anything assgignment is extremely easy and helpful. There is no way you can fail if you pay attention.

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BIO101
Dec 31, 2012

GREAT TEACHER!! loves what she does and kows her stuff. Yes you have to read the chpt b4 hand, pay attenetion to her lectures and study. but she gives you practice quizzes for each chapter that are the exact same on the test. And you get to pick what you want to do for the chapter assignments. Easy A!! Just listen!!

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BIO101
Mar 26, 2013

Her lecture would not help you with your test unless she said 'this will be on your test' its better to study your own, not by her lecture. Lecture is just horrible.

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BIO101
Apr 19, 2013

I hate Biology yet she made it quite interesing. Tests are not too hard. Use her practice quizes and study guides!!!

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BIO102
May 10, 2013

Loves her job - engages students in peer-led discussion about related topics and articles. For me it involved 2-3 hours reading/textbook study per week to integrate concepts; after that tests and quizzes were difficult to fail. Lots of PowerPoint and lecture with moderate call-and-response with students. Content-heavy for 8am class-schedule wisely.

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BIO101
Jul 3, 2013

Loved her! This class was very easy. She practically gives you the grade as long as you listen. She guides you as to what will be on the essay part of the test and if you pay attention her practice quizzes are there for a reason! Look at them you will see them again. She is very enthusiastic about the class although it can be corny. Easy easy easy

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BIO101
Oct 5, 2013

If you're expecting to be lazy and pass this course, then you will fail. Dr. Evans gives you ample amounts of ways to keep your grades up and will go beyond your expectations to make sure you understand the material. The material can be difficult to understand so make sure you do what is expected by reading the material and then come to lecture.

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BIOLEC101
Oct 24, 2013

LOVE Dr. E! She's really funny and knows exactly what she's talking about. I would definitely recommend her for Lab!

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BIO101LAB
Oct 31, 2013

I'm not sure how she teaches lecture but her lab class is agonizingly long (not because of length of time) but because she drags everything out. She seems too into biology that she doesn't see it from our perspective and expects us be just as enthusiastic and knowledgeable on the subject as her. If you like bio, she may want to have coffee w/ you

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BIO102LAB
Grade: A-
Nov 13, 2013

Had her for lab I promise you super easy, just do the work and answer it right. If you bs the answer obviously it will be wrong, you get what you give. I love her!

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LAB
Nov 19, 2013

she requires you to call her Dr.evans not mrs or ms. Attendance is like half your grade and the quizzes are straight out of the lab manual and what we do in class.sometimes sounds like she has an attitude with you.If you don't like a teacher who seems a little up in your face sometimes you won't get along with her some people argue with her.

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BIO101
Dec 6, 2013

I had DR. <-- (have to call her that) Evans for lecture and lab. Lab was easier than lecture. Her tests are pretty easy, she tells you exactly what you need to know after you ask her a million times. She gets off topic a lot. She always seemed to have a little attitude with me. She's okay, I'm taking 102 next semester and I'm not taking her again.

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BIO101L
Feb 6, 2014

Enforces all of the lab rules and regulations. Very knowledgeable about the subject, and sometimes makes it interesting. Must study for all the quizzes as they are all on slides. No time for slackers, but encourages teamwork between groups and helps any way she can.

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BIO102L
Grade: C+
May 13, 2014

Very harsh grader, but tries to make the class interesting. The midterm and final are brutal!

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BIO101
Grade: A+
Jun 9, 2014

Dr. Evans was hard but fair. She gives study guides for all exams. Do the study guides and exams are easy to pass. She gives a lot of extra points on the essay questions.

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05H
Oct 24, 2014

Dr. Evans really knows what she is talking about. I've learned to love biology more than I did in high school because of her. You have to Do Show Me Anythings which are assignments that show her you read the chapter. also do practice quizzes and go to office hours because she is very helpful in clarifying things students don't understand!

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BIO101
Grade: A+
Nov 11, 2014

Awesome teacher! I looked forward to her lectures. She really knows her stuff! You get out what you put into this class. If you show up and listen, you will do well. If you're in it half assed, it'll be a tough game of catch up. She will only test you on what she teaches you, so if you're listening and engaged, you'll do fine.

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BIO101LAB
Jan 11, 2015

I took her for bio 101 lab. She's extremely rude. She definitely acts like she's better than everyone else. Grades? Keep track of them yourselves because she doesn't upload to blackboard. Her quizzes are ridiculous and she's extremely dry when she lectures. I understand being passionate about biology, it's my major, but she takes it way too far.

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BIO102
Grade: A
Jan 11, 2015

Personally, I thought Dr. Evans was a good professor. I had her for lab and besides the 2 practicals we had, the class was an easy A. However, the practicals are VERY difficult (I failed both, but still passed with an A) and require a lot of study time. Just make sure to follow her rules (no food, phones, or talking when she is) and she'll love you

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BIO101
Feb 11, 2015

Dr. Evans is an amazing professor and she loves what she does. Her class isn't too hard as long as you try. I would highly recommend her to anyone! Also her comics everyday in class are the cutest!

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BIO101
Grade: A
Mar 24, 2015

Dr. Evans is such a great professor. She is there to help whenever. She goes the extra mile for her students. Her lectures are enjoyable never boring! She gives homework based on readings in the textbook. So make sure you read the text assigned!

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BIO101
Grade: A+
Mar 26, 2015

Mrs. Evans is phenomenal. I had a 3 hour lecture with her once a week and the 3 hours flew by. She is such a great teacher and really makes sure that you understand the information. Ann Evans really makes the lectures enjoyable. Work wise--not that bad. She also gives so many resources that make tests real easy. Don't miss out on her!

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BIO101LEC
Grade: A+
Mar 31, 2015

Professor Evans is a wonderful teacher. She makes you want to learn more. She requires participation from her classes and is a very visual teacher. I took her Friday morning 3 hour lecture and got so much out of it. Every week there is a Show Me Anything due; which is exactly as it sounds: Just prove to her that you read the chapter before class.

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101
Grade: A-
Apr 17, 2015

She is AMAZING! The only grades are one homework per chapter and then three test grades. She is the bee's knees. YOU MUST TAKE HER! She is hilarious and friendly and works with you and she's just awesome! I just signed up for her Bio 102 Lab and Lec next fall! Buy the book!

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BIO101H
Grade: C+
May 11, 2015

Professor Evans was the worst she gave too much material for this 100 level course. She gave material that did not match with the material on the test. I felt she had an vendetta if you challenged any of her authority or questions she had given.

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BIO102
May 11, 2015

Dr. Evans was a great teacher. Her new ticket method(reading questions) really helps you understand the material that you are learning. If you do not understand ask, if not she won't go over it. Overall she was good.

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BIO101
Grade: A+
Jul 28, 2015

She is a phenomenal professor. She's created resources that make understanding the material that much easier. The lectures are never boring and if you have any questions about the material she's there to help and provides time outside of class for further discussion if necessary. I ended up passing with over an A.

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BIO102
Grade: A
Nov 21, 2015

I took Dr. Evans for Bio 102 lab and absolutely loved her. Although she was kinda picky with grading, she was always there to help if you were confused. Unlike some teachers, Dr. Evans actually walked around during labs and interacted with students if they needed help. I would take her class again if I could. I learned a lot.

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BIO102L
Grade: B+
Jan 31, 2016

She will give you essay questions for most of your tests on top of many multiple choice questions. Make sure you study and be ready to teach yourself in this class. Her information will come from many sources and you will have to put in a lot of effort if you want to pass this class with an A or B. As a lab professor she is much easier.

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BIO101
Grade: A
May 2, 2016

I really enjoyed her class. She gives you everything you need to pass on Blackboard, you just have to use it. Do not expect to do no homework and never open the book, you will not pass if you do that. She answers questions and will break the information down easier for you. Loved her class!

4.0
3.0
BIO101
Grade: A
May 9, 2016

Loved her class! She is a laid-back teacher. Started first day with fear, in couple weeks got used to her way of teaching and began enjoying it. There are mainly no power points. Take lots of notes, especially the board notes. She gives practices quizzes which many questions end up in weekly quizzes. One quiz every class and a 100 questions final.

1.0
5.0
BIO101
Sep 21, 2016
Wouldn't take again

I didn't like her teaching style nothing made sense to me. I had better hope studying on my own and reading the book cover to cover than listening to her lectures. I eventually got in the habit of reading and taking notes on my own then coming to class to listen to her lecture .... I left class every day with a major headache.

Participation matters
GROUP PROJECTS
LECTURE HEAVY
4.0
3.0
BIO102LAB
Grade: Not sure yet
Oct 4, 2016
Would take again

This professor acts tough on the first day. She just wants you to be respectful. She is really kind and helpful during lab. Great professor.

Gives good feedback
Respected
Participation matters
5.0
3.0
BIO101LEC
Nov 17, 2016
Would take again

Very enthusiastic

ACCESSIBLE OUTSIDE CLASS
Caring
LECTURE HEAVY
5.0
3.0
BIO101
Dec 3, 2016
Would take again

She was very helpful, understanding, and replied to emails within a day or two. I took her online bio 101 class and in the beginning ordered the wrong lab kit (oops) but she understood that mistakes happen and allowed me to turn in my first project a few days late.

Gives good feedback
Clear grading criteria
Caring
5.0
3.0
BIO102LAB
Apr 14, 2017
Would take again

In all my other lab classes taken at TNCC for lab no professor took the time to help out and when they did they made me feel stupid. Dr Evans clearly explains and makes sure you understand. I loved her lab class for BIO 102. She seems to care a lot and makes effort to go around the room and interact with everyone. I highly recommend Dr Evans.

Gives good feedback
Respected
Caring
5.0
4.0
BIO101
Grade: A
Apr 18, 2017
Would take again

Amazing. Provides you with plenty of information, links, videos and a unique and interesting way of teaching. Gives you more than enough opportunity to do well and will help in any way. Even with lab if you need it. Provides you with study guides for every chapter as well as practice quizzes. Professional and knowledgable.

Get ready to read
ACCESSIBLE OUTSIDE CLASS
Caring
3.0
5.0
BIO101
May 3, 2017
Wouldn't take again

PROFESSOR EVAN IS A GREAT PROFESSOR SHE KNOW HER STUFF BUT SHE FORGET NOT EVERYONE HAVE PRIOR KNOWLEDGE OF BIOLOGY. THIS CLASS IS TOO ADVANCE FOR BEGINNER AND SHE HAS FORGOTTEN THIS. SHE IS VERY NICE AND RESPECTFUL AND WILLING TO HELP BUT THE LAB DOESNT HAVE INFO THAT HELPS YOU DO THE LAB IN THE TEXTBOOK. PLEASE RE-EVALUATE CLASS FORMAT.

LOTS OF HOMEWORK
TEST HEAVY
LECTURE HEAVY
3.0
4.0
BIO101
Grade: B
May 9, 2017
Would take again

She is willing to help if asked. Lots and lots of work to be done. You need to have strict time management to be successful. Straight forward syllables that is easy to follow. Multiple choice and fill in blank test. I passed even though I work fulltime and PRN, have 4 children and was taking two nursing classes on the side. It can be done!

Participation matters
LOTS OF HOMEWORK
Clear grading criteria
1.0
5.0
BIO101
Oct 23, 2017
Wouldn't take again

Class load is too much. Labs does need more work. This class is way too advanced. It doesn't seem to be beginner's class for Bio 101 to take online. Stress wasn't work it. Take the class on campus. Major headache and waste of time.

Tough Grader
Skip class? You won't pass.
3.0
5.0
BIO101
Nov 1, 2017
Wouldn't take again

Crazy workload for the online 8-week Bio 101 class. Fortunately this was my only real class and I wasn't working because the work would simply not be feasible otherwise. Labs require strict photographic evidence and exams, while open-book, we still brutal.

LOTS OF HOMEWORK
4.0
4.0
BIO101LEC
Grade: B+
Nov 3, 2017
Wouldn't take again

She likes to go on little tangents about certain aspects of biology that we don't necessarily need to know. however, she does have a really good attitude, and is very passionate about higher learning and biology. she is willing to help you outside of class, and will even hold a phone conversation with you. She grades tough.

Tough Grader
LOTS OF HOMEWORK
LECTURE HEAVY
5.0
1.0
BIO101
Grade: A+
Feb 28, 2018
Would take again

Her class is easy to be in! She always clarifies if need be, and she goes the extra mile to make sure that everyone understands. Only people I knew who did not get at least a B were the ones who did not show up or did not pay attention or do the homework.

Gives good feedback
Respected
Caring
5.0
4.0
BIO101
Grade: A
Apr 25, 2018
Would take again

she gives you a lot of homework for the portfolio. the second half of semester you l have oral exams which will be with the partner, so no big deal an easy 100s. the class itself is hard but you learn a lot from her. and also she helps and explains the portfolio mistakes in her office when needed. I would recommend her.

Gives good feedback
LOTS OF HOMEWORK
SO MANY PAPERS
1.0
5.0
BIO101
Jun 26, 2018
Wouldn't take again

This class more like advanced than beginner's. Too many excessive powerpoints. Avoid taking an 8wk session. If you don't have a job, consider this class a main focus. Otherwise, take a 16 week class. Way too much work at this class. Half the labs done that some quizzes don't cover it. Won't take this class again.

Tough Grader
Skip class? You won't pass.
TEST HEAVY
2.0
4.0
BIO101
Aug 19, 2018
Wouldn't take again

I definitely would not recommend. She is a very nice lady but she just is not that good of a teacher. I spent most of my time teaching myself the lesson the night before from the book and using the class just to prove that I understood what I read. Also I was sick a day and she gave me a zero on an assignment with no chance to turn it in.

Tough Grader
Get ready to read
3.0
3.0
BIO101
Grade: A
Nov 13, 2018
Would take again

Dr. Evans is really into Science...I have always struggled with understanding that part of thinking. However, I still earned an A. The material, at times, seemed a little advanced for a 101. She's a nice lady with a few weird beliefs. If I have to, I would take her again.

Respected
Participation matters
LECTURE HEAVY
3.0
3.0
BIO101
Grade: C
Nov 20, 2019
Wouldn't take again

Dr. Evans is very passionate about her job but basically wants us to teach ourselves. Be prepared to read the textbook and learn on your own. However, when doing the lecture, she will tell you here and there what will be on the test.

Respected
Test heavy
Lecture heavy
2.0
4.0
BIO101
Grade: A
Jun 20, 2020
Wouldn't take again

She is a very nice person for sure, but she isn't a very good teacher. She uses a lot of technical words without really explaining any of it. You're mostly teaching yourself in the class. If I didn't have prior knowledge of biology I wouldn't have passed.

Lots of homework
Get ready to read
Test heavy
5.0
3.0
NAS206
Grade: A
Dec 21, 2020
Would take again

Having Dr. Evans this semester was amazing. She truly cares for her students and is understanding of individual circumstances given the current events. This was the only meeting I looked forward to every week, and I am thankful to have had her as my research prof. Be sure to practice for your presentations as those are most of your grade.

Gives good feedback
Inspirational
Caring
1.0
5.0
BIO102
Grade: A
May 13, 2021
Wouldn't take again

WAYYYY too much work given. I worked on this class for 7 days a week until the end of the semester. And each day it would take me over 7 hours to do because there was just way too much work. Her final was 5 essays which you had to write 3 paragraphs with 12 sentences each and had only 1 hours to write all 5 which was impossible!

5.0
2.0
BIO101
Grade: A+
Dec 23, 2022
Would take again

She's a really great professor. She would always answer any questions I had. She gave lots of homework which was all helpful, but it was a lot and it didn't count much for your grade. She sits on her desk though; somehow I could tell she would before she did.

Participation matters
Lots of homework
Caring
3.0
3.0
BIO102
Grade: A
Sep 17, 2024
Would take again

She is a little dry, and at times strict. She doesn't accept any late or makeup work, so try to avoid missing class. Readings are essential to understanding the material and passing the class. One thing I liked was her requiring you to think of 5 questions for each reading. Her lab section isn't the best, especially around the time of midterms.

Get ready to read
Lots of homework
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