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Reviews (117)
she is one of the worst professors I have ever had. She has very little medical knowledge and since this class is a prerequisite for many of the medical programs, i think that is worth noting. She reads to us in class from her notes
She is nice, but at the same time hard. SHe doesnt care if u understand or not, she just wont stop talking. tests are veryyyyyyyyyy hard dont take her
she took the first half of our sesmester off then showed up and messed everything up.. shes hard to understand and takes points off for dumb things.. dont take her if you can help it..
I think she is a effective teacher. Her class is easy as long as you really study her outlines.
I felt the teacher was pretty fair. She gave extra credit to help with everyones grade. She did read from her notes but if you study the notes you can pass her test. She has all her notes on her web site to down load and print. I would recommend her.
She does teach from her notes. However, her notes are well organized and better than the book. If you study the notes really well you'll make an A. Her tests are multiple choice and not tricky. She also gives bonus questions and extra credit assignmen
She is fair. She goes by the book. She is knowledgeable in the area of Nutrition. Test are fairly written and if you study you will do well. I didn't think she was bad, but she is not one of my top picks.
I disagree with some of the earlier comments. She is not that hard and gives plenty of opportunities for extra credit and to get a good grade in the class. She's a very fair and effective teacher.
She is extremely fair and just. She offered extra credit just for watching a nutrtion based movie. Her test come from the notes so as long as you study, you do well. If you don't then blame yourself!! (...& for you guys, she's a cutie to top it off!!)
Great professor. She is very helpful and keeps the class interesting. All the questions from her tests do come from her notes. If you study you'll pass her class with no problems. I totally disagree with the previous comments.
was not very clear and did not review throughly
Notes/lectures in the form of "fill in the blank" style, which may be easier for some; although not my preferred learning style. I found the class a little more challenging as a result, but extra credit opportunities are given on each test with varying points based to length and detail of response.
She is a good teacher and is nice and helps you if you need it. You just have to do your work. Gives opportunities for extra credit too.
very nice,approachable, super easy. I was not initally thrilled about taking the course, but after being in class, I really enjoyed it; she made the class very interesting. I recommend that everyone should take her class.
Tons of easy extra credit. Hard not to get an A. She gives very clear outlines and if you study them, you'll do fine!
She's a pretty good teacher and one of the few who offers extra credit. All you do in class is basically review notes and take test. She only gave me 3 projects all year.
EASY notes easy lectures clear and nice not much work just pay attention gives extra credit!
Her class was great. She is easy going, detailed, and has easy tests if you study your notes that she types up for you. Lots of EXTRA CREDIT!!!Take this class to learn and get an A
i didn't even buy the textbook and i have an A. all notes are available online, lecture is clear cut, total of 5 tests, 1 oral presentation, 3 parts of diet analysis, 4 classwork sheets you do in class. LOADS OF EXTRA CREDIT!! if you take her in the spring, lots of extra for nutrition fair in march. you retain a lot of info and learn a lot.
Good Class.I did learn alot.You must print and study her notes an you will get an "A".Also good about extra credit especially for the Nutrition Fair in the Spring Semester.
I thought this was going to be a boring class (how interesting is nutrition?).She does know her stuff.I looked forward to her class every week.If you study at all and turn in all your work on time you will do well.Even those who did not spend much time on their oral presentations received high grades for it.That would probably be my only complaint
tests were easy..all answers in ppt notes..lots of extra credit..very inconsiderate & rude person. I missed 1 class cuz of a death in my family, I asked about making up class work & I wasnt ready to take test..she said it wasnt her fault about the death & I missed class. if u can read, u can pass the class..lecture is just reading ppt notes.
Lectures the whole class, quite boring. If you do the 50 point extra credit, you can get a 78 on all your tests and still pull an A (do your homework of course) and drop the final. Alot of info to sift through, tough to figure out what she'll ask on tests.
She just read off the notes over and over class after class. she is Not very understanding if you have to make up a class, or test.
Unfriendly, but not mean. Easier class than most. I didn't buy the book and got A's on the tests. Study the powerpoint notes and you'll be fine- I don't recommend buying the book. She also passes around a sign-in sheet on a regular basis, so it's important to attend class.
She lectures from the powerpoint slides, and clarifies on topics very well. The class is very interesting.
At first, it sounds like you have to read all the chapters, but after the first test, I discovered that you don't. All you have to do is read through the notes she provides for you & go to class, & you will do well. She tells some interesting stories/gives interesting examples to help you understand. I recommend her.
Gives extra credit option that helps. Not easy, not hard, but all she does is reads the ppt. Made me sleepy.
Take her online class. Very easy quizzes and tests. Only One Project which is also easy. No essays in this class.
TAKE HER CLASS ONLINE!she's real cool and the test and quiz are super easy. i like the class because you did everything on your time.there no reason for you not to get an A in the class. take her if you want an A.
I took the online class. There was a lot of work but it was not hard. If you stay on track and complete your stuff on time you will do just fine. I would recommend her.
I took her online course. It was very EASY! Yet, I learned ALOT! We NEVER used the book. She types up notes and the tests and quizzes come straight from that. Answers e-mails very same day, posts grades by the next day of completing assignment. If you want a good grade without the stress! Take professor Engel!
For a nutrition class there was ALOT of work, it was ridiculous!! Take this class if you love to do alot of work...10 discussion postings that are graded by content, 10 Quizzes, 4 assignments, a lengthy diet analysis project, 5 exams and this was all in a 3 month class.
There is a lot of work in this course! The class could be harder I guess but it was difficult. The tests are 50 questions and only 40 minutes to do them so you don't have time to look them up at all! She is a fair grader and is very good at responding to emails. If you have to take nutrition, take her; she's the easiest one I've heard about.
I took this class online and it is VERY EASY! I recommend taking this class. She is very helpful and clear about her work. There's alot of quizzes but they are worth it and you also get extra credit. TAKE THIS COURSE!!!!
I took this class online I enjoyed it a lot. This was my first online class overall she was easily acessible if needed, very clear on assigments, and ther is ever a health fair. I would take her again. Stay organized, keep up with you due dates, and read the chapters.
Mrs. Engel makes class fun & interesting. She's extremely knowledgeable & friendly. There are lots of fun games in class & a cool diet analysis project! I highly recommend her class!
She's awesome! I loved her online class. It was so easy and I learned a lot. She was very helpful, not to mention a very cool teacher. TAKE HER CLASS!
I took her ONLINE class. HIGHLY RECOMMENDED. Clear expectations, responsive to email, lots of opportunity for EC. Diet Analysis project was challenging but an eye opener.
I took her online. Easy A. I never used the textbook. 10 quizzes,6 exams inc the final, 5 discussions, 4 assignments, and a diet analysis project. The quizzes are 10 questions, and you have an hour to complete them. Tests are 40 questions to be completed in 50 mins, so you have to study. I highly recommend her. Very easy A.
This professor is the best! she goes over the material before having you t ake the quizzes online, and exams. She's fair with grading. she knows that computers aren't always reliable, just communicate with her and she will watch out for you. Easy A take her course!
Very helpful!! I took her on line class and it was very good, she answers your e mails quickly and keeps you updated. I have to say is the best on line class I've taken. Highly recommend her!!!!
Good teacher, doesn't use the book at all, but you need the book for a program disc that comes with it. WebCT portion very easy, responds quickly to e-mails offers many chances to earn extra credit.
Ms.Engel is by far the best professor I have had and she is very helpful,as long as you do your work you will be ok.I highly recommend her to anyone who has to take nutrition.
Professor Engel's online Nutrition class was probably one of the easiest classes I have ever taken. You have the option of finishing assignments in advance which leaves much free time at the end of the semester. Her expectations are very clear and it's a easy A. I would definetly reccommend her class.
Although I took her online, she was mad easy. She post everything that you need to learn, the textbook is only really needed if you want to go more in dept. Always available. Her only weakness is getting your grades on time. On the other hand it give you more time to finish an assignment even after the deadline is pass, with no deductions. Easy A!
Took her online Nutrition class and I completely enjoyed it and learned a lot! She posts many online discussions that are mandatory, but you end up learning a lot from them and your fellow classmates. Very clear expectations and a very down to earth lady. I would definitely take another one of her classes!!
I took her for nutrition. GREAT TEACHER. super super easy. you know what you are expected to do for the whole semester on the first day. you can take your tests whenever you want before the deadline, along with everything else that is due. TAKE HER!
I loved this class! Learned alot about nutrition! If you take her class make sure you use the learning module, and take notes using the nutrition jeopardy program on the valencia online site. Most every question on the nurtition jeopardy IS on her tests. If you study, you will get an A. Very nice lady =)
Don't take nutrition with diet therapy unless your interested in the healthcare field. Test were hard, everyone seemed to average about a C. Does extra credit but its voluteer work that was very limited, and dates were always on days I worked. Textbooks are not used in class but highly recommended to study from.
Nice lady! I took her online class but got to meet her since I ran a booth at the nutrition fair with another student for extra credit. She gives plenty of opportunities for extra credit. 5 assigments,4 discussions, 10 quizes (not timed), 4 tests(timed)and final. I averaged 70's on tests (could have done better if I tried harder).I got a B.
All I can say is good luck for whoever decides to take her. Her test are timed you have 50 questions and 45 minutes to complete it and the answer are hard to figure evening after reading the modules. the easy things was the discussion,assigments. the quizzes was not bad you have 15 questions and 1 hour to do.I took this class online got a B though.
Lots of work/reading. I took this class on line and got a "B". There is a quiz every week Exams are hard and timed. Hardley used the book the learning moduels was all the info you needed. project was easy. Just remember you have to work and read lots!!!
She makes hard class easy. Module study required for an A. Book required but don't waste your time in it, stick with modules. She has Excellent knowledge of Diet and end stage disease relationship is a registered dietician. I took as a science and finally I really know how to eat!!! She is a very good teacher. 4 exams help to know if drop or not.
Took class online alot of work/ reading - but not to bad. I used the text book as a reference but you don't need it everything you need to know is on the PowerPoint for each chapter.
She clearly communicates what she expects, and due dates. If you do the required work and study, you can get an A.
I bought the book never used it, she has a class and doesn't teach in it, she tell you to use the blackboard account and read the learning modules on there. Why am I going to class then? Her test make no sense, and what she teaches rarely helps for them! She gives alot of busy work thats nonsense. If you want your time to be wasted take her.
Well this professor was extremely Boring. You don't need to buy the book! Use powerpoints to study for test, and pop quizzes. Her class is mainly about 5 pop quizzes, 4 tests, 3 part project, a final. However, She gives a good amount of extra credit, that you have to work for! She knows what she is talking about, but doesn't really make it interesting. Final is worth 15% of your grade. You don't have to study hard to pass her tests, or class. I do recommend this professor.
The exams are kind of hard, in my opinion, but the class is fun and if you read the PowerPoints and modules then you don't need the book. Took the class online. DO ALL THE EXTRA CREDIT SHE gives because you will probably need it if you don't like studying too much. Fun class, I recommend her!
She is a wonderful teacher,she is professional,she knows her materials.One of a kind,best of the best.
I took this class online. There is a lot of work. DO THE EXTRA CREDIT. It helps a lot. If you read the Powerpoint modules you will pass the exams. You don't need the book at all. The professor is straightforward with what she expects so as long as you follow directions, you'll be fine! I'd take her again!
If you take this class online, you will have to read A LOT! She doesn't give a study guide for each test so its best to just know everything. Do all the extra credit possible because you wil most definitely need it. She is an awesome professor and you actually learn in this class. Don't need the book unless you like reading more in depth material.
In the beginning i was excited to take this class. But then later this class became really boring...i didnt to much enjoy it..However , i did make it out with a " B" ... But overall she is a wonderful Professor who loves what she does..But yes study the modules and pay attention in class because she tells you what will be on the test !
I took this class online and it was really easy.. the only homework you have is a chapter assignment due every Wednesday and varies between 13-15 questions! discussions aren't too often but are actually interesting and informative. No tests, just mid term and final. First online class I ever took and it was a breeze! Oh and she always emails back.
this class was fairly easy, just show up. There are quite a few quizzes and about 4 to 5 tests. She is a great professor can have a bit of an attitude at times but other than that she really is a nice person. Absolutely reccommed her knows what she's talking about.
This class is very easy, im in it right now. its NUTRITION it should not be a hard class....her test, are easy,come to class, study the power points and listen to her. we have a project that is 3 parts and split up through the semester, very easy. If nursing is your major this class is good for you. I recommend her.
I took online flex with her. I can't speak to her as a person too much because I just don't know. Her course was very structured and she was very clear on her expectations. The modules were sometimes less clear. You don't need the book. Review module and ppt show. I got an A fairly easily. Since it is online, you dictate how much you learn.
I took this online. To me, the tests were challenging and were timed at about a minute per question. I found reading the textbook, modules, and slides helpful. She was very nice and responded to discussion posts (due every week like module tests). There were assignments also. Loved this class other than the tests!
Best online setup by far. Weekly announcements/due dates. 50% Blackboard & 50% Connect. Syllabus says test is 2 min/question but it was 2 hrs for the whole test. Extra credit is up to 10% of your grade. Book was not binded and really expensive. Project was long (8 hrs). Spent about 4 hrs/week on this class. Connect assignments are really tough.
Super sweet professor! Very clear with what is expected for assignments and exams. Study the modules and power points (book is optional, but recommended). You will learn a lot! Don't be lazy, and you should do well. Anyone who says otherwise did not study. Take advantage of the extra credit. Great professor, so I would definitely recommend her!
Shes very sweet. Great professor, answers emails in the same day. You get the grades of your assignments as soon as you submit it. Nice and interesting class. I am taking her online class, and loving it! You should take her!! she is very well organized and patient.
Teacher has huge powerpoints to study (65-75 pages each chapter) and doesn't go over everything. No study guides normally (gave out for 1 test). Tough to study for. Do extra credit. Average test scores are 78-80%. Hard, hard class and teacher.
Not clear on what to study. Amount of what you have to study is huge. Extra credit is there, but not enough, when class averages on tests are 70's. If you can only focus on this class, you might earn an A. However, if you have other classes that are intense, don't take her. Or maybe, take online as it seems easier.
If you chose to taker her class, good luck. Make sure you STUDY! STUDY! STUDY! You should do fine, she's not clear on what will be on tests! Her powerpoints are 50 to 100 slides long,sometimes more. So a lot of information to grasp before test. I don't reccomend taking her, if you are taking other classes, your main focus should be this class!
This was a good class, with a nice professor. Lots of work, but if you study and come to class regularly you should do well. I got an A.
very boring class
I took her for Nutrition. It was an Online Class. I am glad I chose this professor. It was a late start class for me. So I had work every week. the only thing is that she has a module exam every week plus chapter quizzes plus a group discussion. So you must be prepared to complete this work if you want to pass. But overall she is an easy professor
Loved this class. Took online. Everything she expected was very clear, and she always emailed back right away. Just pay attention to the due dates for everything and you'll do fine
Professor Engels HUN 1001 is probably the most idiotproof courses I have taken in college. Show up to class for lecture, DO YOUR LEARNSMART!, jump on any extra credit you can, and do your best on exams. Her expectations are clear, she is a fast grader and she does not trick you on tests. Her in class reviews help a lot! If you can, take her!
Took her for online nutrition. A test covering 2-3 chapters every single week, which are hard btw, and timed: 1 min/question. If you dont devote your life to memorizing a lot of info, you wont pass. No study guides so you dictate what to learn. Tough grader & not a very understanding person at all. Very organized though and clear.
This class was extremely hard for an elective. The homework was hard. The answers were not in the power points that she goes over in class. The homework assignments are hard to get 100%'s on. Also, she does not prepare you for the tests. This class was my first B, and I was a straight a student. I would recommend a different elective or teacher.
Great professor! If you are a hard worker and dedicated to your classwork you will get an "A" in this class. Good class to take if you are a nursing student candidate. No need to put your GPA in jeopardy if you are willing to give it the extra effort. Lots of chances for extra credit, so no need to get anything less than 100% in this class!
MsEngel was a good professor. She seem obviously very interested in what she is teaching and I like that. Make sure to come to class on time because she does take some points from that. I could have got an A if i wasn't late most of the time and if I had gotten a better grade on the first test like I did for the ones after. She isn't hard take her.
The class is really easy if you actually just do the work. However if you are vegan you will get annoyed by how OBSESSED this woman is with milk. I never knew that someone could be so "pro-milk" before I met her. She will laugh in your face and argue all class if you say you drink almond milk. LOL.
Professor Engel is a really solid professor, she has kind of a dry humor and lectures can get kind of boring and steer off into different directions as far as content goes, but overall she is a good professor and her assignments are straight forward, honestly an easy A as long as you do the work.
I find her to be very condescending and sometimes down right rude. I'm not a fan. She follows the book and teaches to a power point, but knows the curriculum. If you're looking for what's new in nutrition and not the old outdated studies, this isn't for you. If you need the class and only care to be spoon fed the information, this professor is fine
I did not like her PowerPoint teaching style. She taught straight from the book. She also is not a very nice person(she's low key rude.) she goes by the point system so u can keep track of how u're doing. Her test questions are confusing. She isn't helpful when students have questions. She rambles a lot. If u put in work then u can get an A.
she is a good professor, and grades clearly. My only problem is that she does not give any study guideline of what will be on the test. she says to read the entire book, practice all the past tests and quizzes. it is just way too much. I would not recommend taking this class online.
Online assignments/practice quizzes take some time, but a great learning tool. Discussions on canvas due every Thurs & she gives helpful feedback. 4 chapter exams and a comprehensive final. Study hard for those exams, do the online modules and you'll get an A!
For a nutrition elective class, it was way too much work. It was more work then all my other classes combined!!!!
4 exams - literally 1 min per question. Probably the most difficult class because it's the most time consuming and the material is not being taught. I emailed her once and I can already tell that she is rude. Probably will be my first C.
Took this class online. I loved how everything was very organized, so you always know what is due each week. Tests are kind of hard, but the other work was easy and helped me keep my A. She responds to emails quickly, and seems nice enough.
Really good professor! Class was very interesting since nutrition is my major, a lot of material to read and quizzes but the reviews before help a lot! the more you participate the easier the material. I would retake if I could.
Please do yourself a favor and look for a different teacher. Im taking her online and the amount of work is ridiculous, its just a bunch of busywork. She takes forever to grade stuff and then marks off even if you did what she asked because its not the way she wants it. Anytime i asked for help she acted dumb like if she didnt know herself.
I would find a different professor if you want to take Nutrition. She requires you to video record yourself during test which i think is a little overboard and she will assign discussions and expects you to know everything!! If you make estimates and they are not exact she will make fun of you and comment back to you making you feel bad.
I disagree with the most recent reviews about Engel. The way she has the course organized online is literally foolproof. There are a lot of assignments but they're doable if you manage your time and READ from the text. There's also plenty of EC. My grade never dropped below a 97. Her test material is from the homework, short PP notes, and textbook.
I took three classes at Valencia over the summer online- she was by far the most difficult and assigned the most work. Class is super test heavy and all averages for the tests are between 60-80. Highs are low 90s and she doesn't curve. Tons and tons of reading to be done- super lame, and quizzes every single week on the reading. Pick another class
This class was challenging but also very rewarding if you put in the work. Professor Engel was amazing and understanding. PowerPoint notes for every chapter which made studying for tests easier. She even gave kahoot reviews. This class is definitely doable if you put the work in. I got an A even after missing a few assignments.
The nutrition department at Valencia is a joke, and Professor Engel is NO exception. Never met someone so rude and unwilling to help. We asked her for lectures and she said she didnt have time (its her job), so were stuck learning everything on our own. Hardest class Ive ever taken hands down. My advice? Choose someone else
There are HW from the chapters, and they are easy to get the full points (get some notes). The discussions and projects are informative, and they need research (easy also). She is responsible and sweet. Both exams are long but it comes from the material. YOU MUST READ FOLKS, so you can get an A.
Professor Engel is a great professor. She gives a lot of extra credit opptunity to help bring your grade up. I highly suggest doing them. The khoots are fun.
Took Professor Engel 2 semesters ago, I still talk about her in my everyday life
This professor was so awesome and kind! Modules are lengthy, but you can do the questions as many times as you want to get 100% Exams are great because she allows 1pg front & back with notes. Just read the modules. Theres 1 super easy presentation towards the end of the semester but thats all. Take her! You won't regret it.
Lots of reading and memorizing but an attainable "A" Go to Kahoot dot com Look up the course number and module number. I've created list with the hw questions. You're welcome. Professor Engel has some too--and you can get some insight on what might be on the test--wink. Don't rely solely on the homework questions but it is a good starting point.
She's really great. Very well-structured class. Not too difficult and she really tries to help you learn the information. She even made her own reading so students wouldn't have to buy a textbook. Very caring and her classes are fun because she uses a lot of Kahoot!
Best professor ever, quick answer, gives extra credit and ready to help you to successed. Very detailed lectures and easy to understand. I have learned a lot during this class. Just take her you wont regret.
Professor Engel is perfect. She understands your issue. Two or three homework every week. reply email as soon as possible if she can. If you read her Kahoot and topics you can get A+. I highly recommend her.
Great professor and very understanding.
She's a great professor, and genuinely wants to help you learn. Also super understanding! But be prepared to study!!! There is a lot of material to cover, and a lot of reading assignments, so it is super important to make sure you set time aside ebough time. You will not pass if you aren't prepared. Overall liked her a lot as a professor
Professor Engel is truly one of the best professor's I have had. Doesn't give much homework other than the reading assignments and maybe a quiz or two; that you can retake again. Tests you do have to study for but if you go to class, you will pass and studying will come much easier. You can tell she really loves what she talks about its inspiring
Take her!! She really cares about the material and wants you to succeed!
She's okay she uses honor lock but gives you practice exams to practice. Only thing I'd say is her lectures are only kahoots and attendance is mandatory if not u lose participation points. So, if you're not trying to waste gas going to a far campus every week I'd recommend taking her online. But if u don't mind then take her.
She's okay. If you put at least some effort in you'll pass but it won't be with an A, probably a C or B. She grades on nursing scale so you need a 77 or higher to pass. She uses honor lock and her lectures are given off of kahoot which is fun. Extra credit is given sometimes. Class is always engaging though.
Professor Engel is wonderful! The class has a decent workload, but she provides great resources like Kahoot reviews. Unstuck study was a game-changer for studying - highly recommend giving it a try alongside the course materials.
Even though the class does have honor lock, it wasn't a hard class. And if you put in the work you will get an A or at least a B. She was considerate and gave me time to do extra credit to bring my grade from a B to an A.
The Professor knows her stuff, lectures are used with kahoot quizzes and are enjoyable, be prepared to do a lot of online reading work, participation is a free 50 Points don't skip class, had 5 major tests I think and they are honor locked, overall though very nice and caring professor who wants you to succeed.
great professor, classes were a kahoot as she goes over the questions with you. extra credit was given at the end. assignments were easy, tests were honorlocked but you were able to have notes. take her!!!!!
Class Info
Online Classes
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Attendance Mandatory
77%
Textbook Required
96%
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NUTRI
5.0
(1)HUN2020
5.0
(1)NUTRINUTR
5.0
(1)HUN2202
4.5
(60)HUMNUTR
4.5
(2)Difficulty by Course
NUT
5.0
2202
4.5
HUN1010
3.2
NUT2202
3.0
HUN000
3.0