3.6

Barbara Durham

Accounting - University of Central Florida

3.6
Quality
3.5
Difficulty
73%
Would Retake
285
Reviews
3.6
Quality
3.5
Difficulty
3.6
Helpful
3.6
Clarity

73%

Would Retake

285

Reviews

Rating Distribution
Official

5

103

4

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3

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28

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What Students Say

Her 2nd test she said the avg grade should be failing

ACG3131 - 2.0 rating

Durham is a very nice professor but I wouldn't take her again

ACG3131 - 2.0 rating
Class Info

Online Classes

100%

Attendance Mandatory

59%

Textbook Required

19%

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Based on 130 reported grades
A: 45
B: 26
B+: 14
Not sure yet: 9
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Get ready to read (25)
LOTS OF HOMEWORK (24)
Clear grading criteria (24)
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Caring (22)
EXTRA CREDIT (22)
Lots of homework (21)
Skip class? You won't pass. (15)
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ACG2023

5.0

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ACG3401

5.0

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MANAGERIALACC

5.0

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ECO2021

5.0

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Reviews (285)
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ACG2023
Jun 10, 2003

Miss Durham was an excellent teacher. You do have regular homework to turn it, but by doing it you grasp what she has you do for homework. Don't talk in her class - that ticks her off. She answers every question asked. I learned more than I expected to.

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FINACTG
Aug 28, 2003

She explains what she's teaching well and answers any questions. She also has experience in the field and gives good examples and anticdotes. She also gives take home tests and quizzes. Probably the best prof. for Financial Accounting.

4.0
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ACG2071
Oct 7, 2003

I will never take this teacher again. She needs to go back out in the field. Some people can teach and she isn't one of them. She will answer questions but she doesn't give you enough to prepare for h/w much less tests. She doesn't do enough computation.

3.0
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ACG2071
Dec 11, 2003

Class wasn't very hard, but some effort was needed. Have to do the homework and she goes over most of it in class. Sometimes made things difficult than they actually were. Heard she helps alot if you see her during office hours.

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ACG3361
Mar 16, 2004

Durham does NOT teach her class. She assigns homework then goes over it after you have turned it in. That is the extent of her teaching. DO NOT take!! You will fail!

4.0
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ACG3361
Grade: Incomplete
Mar 23, 2004

Do your homework! Homework is 21% of grade. 2nd & 3rd tests are just like homework examples. Class is spent going over homework. Gives pop quizes and take home quizes. HW graded on completion.

4.0
2.0
ACG2071
Mar 25, 2004

Lots of HW graded on Completion, Pop Quizes from time to time, otherwise just goes over the HW, read the text before tests, and pay attention in class (go to class all the time) and you'll do fine, though no +/- grades, which sucks.

4.0
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ACG2071
Mar 28, 2004

I think the class is ok...but, when a student asks a question, she never really answers it....sometimes I wonder if she knows what she is talking about. Study all of the worksheets she gives out and go to class. Overall, not a bad professor for ACG2071.

4.0
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ACG2071
Grade: F
Apr 6, 2004

Gives homework and grades it for attempt. A pain, but helps boost your grade. Gives easy in class quizes on day no homework is due. Free 30pts extra credit, tests don't have a lot of calculations. overall good teacher

5.0
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ACG3401
Apr 7, 2004

Easy teacher. Very helpful. If you dont do well in her class you shouldnt be an accounting major. Lots of extra credit and ways to boost poor test grades.

5.0
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MANAGERIAL
Apr 13, 2004

Not an easy class, but definately one of the better professors to take for accounting. fairly laid back if you give her reasons for why you weren't in class or didn't turn in your HW.

5.0
2.0
ACG3361
Apr 24, 2004

class was easier than I figured. Do the HW and do alright on the tests and a B or higher is easilly possible.

4.0
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ACG3361
Apr 25, 2004

Class was really easy. Tests arent hard. Mostly based on the homework that's assigned. Class time is mostly spent going over HW. Do your HW, its 21% of grade and attend class since it can help your grade at the end if youre there enough.

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ACG3361
Apr 27, 2004

Has NO clue about what cost accounting is. All of class she goes over homework and the only reason she can do that is because she has an answer key in fornt of here. Not that hard of a class, but don't ask for help unless she has the answer key with her

4.0
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ACG3361
Apr 27, 2004

Doing the homework and practice problems is the best way to succeed in this class. Very willing to help you understand material during office hours. Pay close attention during class because her notes can get disorganized at times. Great teacher in all.

5.0
2.0
ACG3361
May 11, 2004

Great teacher. Explains by example and if you can reproduce the examples then you will do well on all tests. Do the homework and the quizes (easy!) and you will be fine. She is willing to curve if a question is unfair.

5.0
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ACG3361
May 19, 2004

Great teacher and very understanding and nice person. I had a little bit of a misunderstanding with her at the end of the last semester, but she gave the benefit of the doubt and was more than fair in her solution. Her in-class examples are good test pre

5.0
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ACG2071
Jun 16, 2004

Great Teacher!! She gave us homework and graded which really helped you to learn the concepts and it motivated you to actually do the homework. You always know you grade in the class. She has online "extras" to explain problems and notes are

5.0
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ACG2071
Jul 25, 2004

I really enjoyed this class. She was a great teacher and really helped in understanding the material. I previously took Eric Pavilions or whatever he was soooooo much worse!

5.0
3.0
MANAGERIALACC
Nov 16, 2004

Overall Really great professor. extreamily helpful and actually cares about her students. go to class even know attendance doesnt count, it can help you in the end

4.0
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MANAGERIALACCT
Nov 22, 2004

very easy going. helpfull

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ACG3361
Dec 2, 2004

She gives her phone number and says it's okay to call but SHE NEVER answers hsre phone. Her tests are confusing and if u ask her she will tell you she can't say anything. She NEVER answers emails. Is kinda teaching yourself. Do your homework that helps your grade a bit! Terrible teacher!

4.0
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MANAGERIAL
Dec 11, 2004

She is really nice, but frustrating when she takes a whole class to go over homework. She is understanding though, and I did learn a lot in a class i didnt have much interest for. Good teacher to have for managerial.

4.0
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ACG2071
Dec 20, 2004

very easy, explains whats gonna be on the test, just got to her office

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ACG2071
Jan 3, 2005

Very nice and understanding. Teaches through examples and has a lot of experience in Accounting. I would definitely take her because she gives a lot of opportunity for a good grade. Just do your homework and go to class and you'll do fine.

5.0
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ACC2071
Mar 9, 2005

For accounting teachers, she's good. Easy to talk to, and her random stories make the class more interesting. She's good to help you, but you will Really need to study!

4.0
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ACG2021
Mar 28, 2005

shes does the best she can, but sometimes she seems a little lost in her wprk. a good thing is she goes over the homework with you everyday, so as long as you do the read you will do fine

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ACG2071
Mar 30, 2005

never checks her emails! Teaching skills lack there of, more of her talking about herself & job experiences *YAWNS.Be prepared to teach yourself!No curves, some x-tra pts given, grades h.w. & quizes, attendanace MUST, allows 3x5 index on exams(DON'T BE FOOLED proves how HARD the exams are)BE WARNED!

1.0
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ACG2071
Apr 5, 2005

the rating speaks for itself. would not take her again.HARD course, and with her your all on your own.The Exams are full of trick questions! unbelieveable! doesn't curve at all, even when everyone does poorly. Not the best of professors would take someone else whose more willing to help & can teach.

5.0
2.0
ACG2021
Apr 5, 2005

Great teacher, very helpful.. DO NOT fall behind in this class! Study ya butt off and you should do fine... but Ms. Durham is a good teacher!

5.0
2.0
ACG2021
Apr 7, 2005

Great teacher, helps you when you need it, answers e-mails despite what people say. Go to class. I plan on taking her for for ACG 2071 and any other course I can take with her. Best teacher I've taken so far.

5.0
5.0
ECO2021
Apr 20, 2005

B. Durham is a great teacher. Accounting is difficult, you have to review practice the material over and over again. Make sure to get the study guide and go through questions, some of them are on the exam. She goes over homework and problems in class, tests are difficult. I'm taking her again.

3.0
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ACG2071
Apr 28, 2005

HARD may seem easy then questions on the test are very tricky. Would take someone else, had to email multiple times before i got a response

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ACG2021
May 11, 2005

Durham was a good teacher. Her final exam offer is really cool and helps your grade a lot. Even gave us some extra credit for her being late to class. You can make some really dumb mistakes on the tests, but for the most part I think if you study well you'll be ok. Throws in some comic relief too.

4.0
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ACG2071
May 16, 2005

Very fair and knowledgable instructor. Explains subject matter clearly so anyone can understand, and throws in relevant personal stories to make it more interesting. Definetly come to ALL classes because she gives in class quizzes and at the end of the semester if you've taken them all you get extra credit.

4.0
2.0
ACG2071
May 19, 2005

Okay so her class may get boring, and you might find yourself getting lost at times, but study the material,and you will do fine. allows 3x5 index cards on exams.Gives Extra Credit Points, so go to class it HELPS your grade, trust me.Buy a financial calculator it will make the 3rd exam a piece of cake. Tutoring in SARC is also available.Good luck!

4.0
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ACG2071
Jun 22, 2005

I'm finishing w/ Durham in summer A. The class goes really fast in summer, but she does hw probs in class and gives easy ex credit quizzes in the same class period she goes over the material. Let's you know how Acct'ing concepts apply to the jobs in business. I personally like her teaching style. Prefer her over V. Scott Smith.

5.0
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ACG2071
Jul 14, 2005

She is a good teacher. It is a hard class. Attendance a must! She gives quizzes and collects homework regularly. Tests are multiple choices, allows index card. She made this class tolerable. Gives lots of helpful worksheets and practice problems. I would recommend her over Scott Smith.

5.0
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ACG2021
Oct 14, 2005

I'm only half way through this class, and I can not believe how easy it is. MAke your life easier by reading and doing homework BEFORE class. Its soo annoying bc u can tell who doesnt by the stupid questions asked. Im a premed major and I know for a fact that 90% of the kids in this class do not put half the effort I have put forth in college.

5.0
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ACG2071
Dec 4, 2005

Durham is a sweet lady who does a pretty good job at teaching this class. The tests are a little hard but she allows an index card. Attendance is taken everyday. Homework is rarely collected and there are occasional group quizzes during class.

5.0
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ACG2021
Dec 8, 2005

Good teacher, HARD material. if you read the chapters and do the homework before class, and GO to class you'll do fine and get an A. study guide helps ALOT too, could have been worse.

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ACG2071
Dec 9, 2005

Durham was awesome. She made the information easy to understand. If you followed the work sheets and went to class you'd be fine. Very approachable and fantastic, If you don't slack, you'll do awesome. It's very easy to excell in her class.

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ACG2021
Dec 10, 2005

material was hard, help yourself out by reading and doing the homework. great final exam deal to help your grade. beware of the 3 hour class. thats a long time to do accounting

3.0
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ACG2021
Dec 18, 2005

Material is difficult. Definately come to class so you don't miss quizzes. Definately study for the tests. The material may or may not come naturally to you. It depends on the person. 3 hour class = long.

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ACG2071
Dec 22, 2005

Just do the worksheets to study for the test and pay attention in class. Gives credit for HW and in-class quizzes. You have to take the final, but it is not very specific and you can substitute it for your lowest grade if it is better.

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ACG2071
Jan 5, 2006

Good Teacher. The material was a bit difficult and you definitely HAVE to attend class!

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ACG2071
Apr 21, 2006

Nice professor, just make sure you go to class and study for the tests. Not an easy A but not too hard either.

5.0
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FINMANACCOUNT
Apr 26, 2006

By far my favorite teacher at this school. she was so helpful and understanding. She was an awesome teacher and went out of her way to explain concepts. She even gives her cell number if u need help. Great person, awesome teacher!

3.0
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ACG2071
Apr 28, 2006

Class material is pretty easy and some how the professor makes this class difficult. Her class notes are chaotic and when I went back to read them couldn't begin to understand her order. I ended up teaching myself the material and only attending her class for the quizzes.

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ACG2071
Apr 29, 2006

This class is easy if you pay attention and study. I got an A and never did a single homework problem from the book. I studied by going over her worksheets posted online. Attend class b/c she gives quizzes which count towards your grade but she allows notes or groupwork. 1 front of a 3x5 card allowed for tests but 3 front and back for the final.

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ACG2071
Jun 25, 2006

Prof. Durham worked though numerous problems during class and in addition posts the solutions online. She explained concepts very clearly. Exams were based mostly on the examples worked in class. I higly recommend her.

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ACG2071
Jun 29, 2006

She's an awsome teacher! If all you do is go to her lectures and pay attention you don't even really need the book. Tests were shakey for me but be in class to take those quizes you can't make them up, but you can be exempt ;-) enjoy this teacher, one of the ones that can actually "teach" accounting.

5.0
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ACG2071
Jul 4, 2006

She was an amazing professor.. all I can say is that I wish I had her for financial too... I ended up with an A in her class.. if you go to all her classes and do the quizzes that she gives youll be fine. she actually teaches the material and I feel like i actually learned something from going to her class.

1.0
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ACCOUNTING
Jul 14, 2006

No Comments

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ACG2071
Jul 17, 2006

Such a great teacher, but her tests are quite hard so I'd study at least four hours a day for three days by running through all of the problems. Very helpful and respectful. One more thing, towards the end of the course she said we cannot use laptops, so I had nothing to do when she spoke. I went to class b/c of the quizzes.

4.0
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ACG2071
Aug 1, 2006

Boring teacher, but easy!!!! tests are not hard if you study her notes and do the homework!!!!!!!

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ACG2071
Aug 15, 2006

Overall great teacher! Always willing to help if you don't understand something completely. Tests are a little tricky, but the notecard helps. I would definitely take a class with her again!

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ACG3000
Oct 12, 2006

Managerial accounting shouldn't come off as easy and this class isn't, but if your good at accounting you should get an A. Otherwise, study your butt off and do the stuff on her website. Cause I thought I knew my stuff on her first test and it caught me by surprise. She is relaxed and helpful though.

4.0
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ACG3361
Nov 6, 2006

This class is a waste of time. UCF needs to delete it all together. Same as principals. Durham is good. She wants you to pass and works your grade the best way possible. Which is more than I can say I have heard about goldwater. So take her, she is the best alternative!

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ACG3361
Nov 7, 2006

Gives lots of homework that she grades, but just make a full attempt and you will get 100% Her tests are hard though and she does not give curves so you better study A LOT

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ACG3361
Nov 26, 2006

Highly recommend Durham, ten times better than Goldwater. She does curve, but in the end. Study her handouts and do the homework assignments. Easy class. Tests are multiple choice, sometimes the quizzes are. I found the quizzes harder than the tests.

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ACG2021
Nov 29, 2006

Very disorganized teaching method!

3.0
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ACG3361
Dec 1, 2006

Professor Durham is not the best, but she is definitely not the worst. Homework every week is collected and graded for "correctness." Exams are extremely easy as long as you have studied and worked some of the practice problems. Not so great at lecturing, though...

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ACG3361
Dec 2, 2006

The worst Ive had!! Really difficult, no extra credit, no outline for exams, gets exams and homework back to you weeks later

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ACG3361
Dec 7, 2006

Ok, there is so much so say about this teacher because she is horrible. 1, it takes at least a month and half before she return exam grades. 2, she does not lecture excepted telling you about her boring experiences. 3, she will not give you any clue about what’s going to be in the exam. And 4, she is horrible.

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ACG3361
Dec 9, 2006

Test were usually inconsistent with stuff she taught in class. She isnt that great of teacher.

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ACG3361
Dec 9, 2006

I took Durham for 2071 & 3361 and got A's in both, but she is extremely unorganized, her lectures seem pointless, and takes forever to grade things. Material is easy if you put forth the effort. Basically, understand all hw problems and the basic facts in each chapter and tests will be a breeze. Easier than Goldwater from what I've heard.

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ACG3361
Dec 13, 2006

Durham is very unorganized and all over the place. However, the people complaining about no EC, and no study guide, THIS IS A 3000 LEVEL CLASS. We are in college, and do not need to be handfed everything! She did give EC, a lot actually, and is more than fair. If you have an accounting knowledge, you will be fine in her class. If you need struct

2.0
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ACG2071
Dec 15, 2006

I thought the class was easy enough, but she made it harder and complicated to understand. The test are very hard compared to the examples on the textbook. Very rude at times to student. BEWARE!!!

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ACG3361
Dec 15, 2006

Tests and quizzes are very hard. Exams are based on mostly HW and example problems, but most of it is self taught. Will test you on material that she did not teach you! HW grade will save you if you complete it all. Not an easy class, but if you put most of you time into this class, can get a good grade!

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ACG3361
Dec 17, 2006

Durham is very scatterbrained. Not very helpful. Be prepared to teach yourself. Exams are very difficult. Better off taking Goldwater.

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ACG3361
Feb 4, 2007

Professor Durham is extremely helpful and her lectures help substantially if you do all of the required work BEFORE CLASS. If you understand that achieving an A takes work and time, you'll be fine. This is an upper-level class and it wasn't designed to be a gen-ed. The comments that are made about her are unfair; we're in college folks!

2.0
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ACG3361
Apr 9, 2007

Do not take this professor. She yawns throughout the entire class period and tells you that she doesn't want to be there. Don't go to office hours because she will type on her computer the entire time you are there. Ignores e-mails and phone calls. Totally unorganized- the worst teacher I've had so far. I can't believe I had to pay for this class.

2.0
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ACG3361
Apr 19, 2007

Very Scatterbrained. She basically expects you to teach yourself. Her lectures are pretty boring and go in lots of different directions. Her quizzes are pretty difficult but she gave a couple as take-home. I thought that her tests were very easy though.

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ACG3361
Apr 22, 2007

Too much assignments,homeworks,and quizes.too little time to digest materials that have learned. It will be better if she only collects assignments not homework,and reduce the number of quizes. She did ok at teaching. But definitely this class is very time consuming

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ACG2071
Apr 24, 2007

Teacher is VERY unclear as to what information will be testing material. Tests are very hard and way too conceptual. Going to class is good to understand the material, but not necessary because her test questions are very random. Put over 50 hours in at the library and still only got a C! TAKE SOMEONE ELSE!

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ACG3361
Apr 27, 2007

very confusing

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ACG3361
Apr 29, 2007

Challenging class, however everything you learn can be applied to the real world. Great instructor! She's very willing to help and you will learn a lot from her. I deffinitely recommend taking this class.

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ACG3361
Aug 23, 2007

scatterbrained....non relavent tests to material taught

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ACG3361
Nov 18, 2007

I felt like I had to teach myself the material. If you are a fulltime student with a job there is no way that you will have time to complete all of the homework and quizzes assigned in this class. She moves too fast, and gives terrible notes. Material is unorganized and she does not offer any step by step examples to help with teaching yourself.

3.0
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ACG2071
Dec 18, 2007

Accounting is not my thing, but she tries her best to make it interesting. I missed one class and lost over 60 points as there was a pop quiz and a take home quiz. I was in the high B range until her ridiculous comprehensive final. She gave us a review for the final which highlighted MAYBE half of the topics that were actually on it. Teach yourself

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ACG3361
Feb 16, 2008

I thought she was awesome. Yes you have to spend a lot of time doing the homework, go to every class and yes the exams are challenging. But she gives you real-life examples of where this stuff is applicable and real life is what it's all about. If you don't do well, you're just lazy.

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ACG2071
Apr 19, 2008

Prof Durham was a very nice lady, her class isnt boring for accounting. Material is tricky but her notes/examples are good. Gives pop quizzes that are mostly take-home. NO EXTRA CREDIT. she's very helpful during office hours. Takes attendance for personal usage (possible round up potential for grades if you go) Going helps understand too. Take her

3.0
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ACG2071
Apr 25, 2008

Very nice Lady, and admittedly, I should've taken advantage of my resources to do better in her class. With that said, her exams are quite difficult, and no extra credit is offered. I wish I took a different professor.

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ACG2071
Apr 25, 2008

Great teacher and she has great enthusiasm for accounting. She really conveys the material well but you have to be in class in order to understand material. The exams are ridiculously hard but with studying and going to class, anyone should receive a good grade.

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ACG3361
May 9, 2008

By far the MOST DIFFICULT class I've EVER taken in my life! She moved extremely fast through the material, about a chapter (or two) a week! I swear she thinks this is the only class you're taking. If you don't read the chapter & do the hw before class, there is no point in coming to class. Very tough class to begin with, but take with someone else.

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ACG3361
Jun 24, 2008

I found this class to be very difficult. Professor Durham is good, but the examples she goes through in class on the overhead projector are very difficult to follow because she writes all over the page. Prof. Durham will sometimes tell some crazy stories (although amusing), however she could explain the course material better during that time.

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ACH2021
Jul 14, 2008

Ughh...very hard

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ACG2071
Aug 20, 2008

tough class go to class and study and you will pass not an easy class. summer went by very fast

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ACG3361
Oct 24, 2008

I loved her! I think she's sweet and pretty funny. Very willing to help if you go to her office hours. If you're not into cost accounting you may be bored, but there's no reason not to do well in this class.You do have to go to class and listen/follow along, plus do practice problems to get familiar with the material, but hey, this is college.

4.0
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ACG3361
Dec 15, 2008

Although cost accounting can be boring, she makes the class interesting and fun. The book is helpful when something isn't explained in full detail in the powerpoint. Study the powerpoint, examples given in class and you should do great. She also shares her experiences in the real accounting world. I would take her again if I could!

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ACG3131
Dec 17, 2008

Very good professor. You definitely have to work for your grade in this class, but she is very understanding with the online homework. You have to understand the homework, read the book, and pay attention during lectures to get a good grade in this class.

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ACG3361
Apr 17, 2009

The comments r pretty accurate. U'll teach yourself. She tests u in what she did not go over in class n sometimes is not on the book. Does not answer emails, or phone calls, Tests r extremelly hard n time consuming. She put a problem that took me 30 min. to solve. The test is timed, so you will christmas tree because the lack of time. Dont do it.

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ACG3361
Apr 17, 2009

Is it me or those good comments must be posted by her. 1 she dos not teach. Only talks about her experiences in class.2 her assistant is as bad as her. 3 Unwilling to help. 4 - extremely hard and tricky tests. 5 - no curve even when everyone does bad. 6 - scatterbrained. 7 - terrible notes. she is everywhere. Good luck with her or goldwater.

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ACG3131
Apr 20, 2009

Definetly the single hardest class ive ever taken. Studied 30-40 hours for each test to fail every time. I understood the material and the test questions are tricky (lead you to one answer which is in test bank thats wrong) so you have to know EXACTLY everything on everything to stand even a chance. And by standing a chance i mean passing.

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ACG3131
Apr 26, 2009

Funny she did throw out questions for our class - same as a curve only you still have to work for your grade. I passed this class with very little effort.

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ACG3361
May 4, 2009

I had a rough time in this class, i have a C to my surprise but i really tried and i guess her teaching style does not take me well. This class is very interesting in my view, exams however can be tricky. You have a good chance of getting a C, you might pull some hair out in the process.

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ACG3361
May 5, 2009

Nice professor, but HARD!! You can study for days, take the test, think your doing good, but then you press submit and you did horrible. You can not prepare for her tests. She did not seem to be available much because of scheduling. But if you did go see her, she did help.

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ACG3131
May 6, 2009

OUTSTANDING PROFESSOR! I passed with an A and didn't put in nearly as much effort as I could have. I would take her again for any accounting class. Very helpful if you ask for help.

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ACG3131
May 9, 2009

Stay far away from this teacher. What she goes over in class are completely different on her exams. They are very tricky and it doesn't matter how much I studied, I still failed every exam!

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ACG3131
Jun 1, 2009

The good comments must be from her. This lady is absurd. Her tests don't match material. I failed every test and I studied hard for them all. Somehow i ended up with a C, but im mad cause accounting is my major and her class was extremly discouraging.

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ACG3131
Jun 24, 2009

I took her this past Spring and I learned alot. I don't mind working hard for a good grade. Study, review notes and you will pass this class.

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ACG3031
Aug 5, 2009

The tests are HARD!! You study for days and know the examples and material so well then her questions are so tricky. This information is so straight forward there's no need to make it as difficult as she does.

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ACG3131
Dec 15, 2009

She is a HORRIBLE "professor". The first day she told us how she can't teach us, we had to teach ourselves (she might want to check what her job description is). Despite knowing ALL of the material, I still managed to get a 62.75 on all 4 tests, don't ask me how that even makes sense. Take someone else!

3.0
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ACG3131
Apr 27, 2010

You have to teach yourself all the material. Her WebCourses assignments are very difficult, poorly worded, and confusing. The tests start off relatively easy and then get impossible. She's one of those professors who carries the wrong answers through 5 calculations so if you screw up on one you get all them wrong. Luckily no mandatory attendance.

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ACG3131
May 7, 2010

She does a LOT of examples in class. The tests are too LONG (2-3 hours), but many conceptual questions come from online book resources (do the self-tests in Wiley!). She is good at recommending problems from the book to prepare for the tests and it really helps to do them. I learned a lot and would take her class again. Recommended.

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ACG3131
May 11, 2010

Southern belle personality. Hard class; long, tricky tests, time-consuming homework (only 15% of grade). May need to pay several office hours visits-cumbersome if you live off-campus and constantly find a line of confused students outside her door. Lectures are more in-depth than the material presented in the book.

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ACG3361
May 11, 2010

this lady is horrible!

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ACT3131
May 29, 2010

Decent professor. Her lectures are useless but she does do a lot of examples in class. Read the book and do the homework, you should be fine. Her tests are VERY long. She'll be the first to tell you she isn't a financial accountant and she likes managerial better.

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ACG2071
Aug 1, 2010

Currently taking ACG 2071, summer B. It is definitely fast-paced. Attendance is not required. Quizzes are passed out at the end of her lectures & randomly. The MAL homework is long & tedious; there are a lot of chapters covered & at least 15 problems per chapter. The time lapse between homework is short. There is no consistency between tests.

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ACG2071
Aug 5, 2010

Awful professor!! STAY CLEAR OF HER CLASS!!! She is very unreasonable with her amount of work load. Attending her class is very aggravating and a waste of time but you have to go because she gives out pop quizzes. I took her summer session hated it! Do your self a favor and avoid taking this class if possible.

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ACG3131
Oct 11, 2010

Far too difficult. This is not a class you can take if your working fulltime and attending college fulltime. The homework takes forever, which is fine, but it doesn't help much with the exams. Do yourself a favor and take someone else.

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ACG3361
Dec 9, 2010

Attendance not mandatory. Tests can be tricky, all are mult choice, so no partial credit. I stopped going to class b/c she just writes for the whole hour and maybe gets through 2 examples. I have a FT time career, 2 kids and another class besides this one and I managed a B, so yes, it is doable.

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ACG3361
Dec 14, 2010

I'm a nerd so I didnt think the class was that bad. If you go over the powerpoints and do the in class problems you will be find. The test are really tricky with 20 possible anwser choices. She is a good teacher and knows what she is talking about. She will help you outside of class. But lets face it Acconting classes are going to be difficult.

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ACG3131
Jan 5, 2011

This class is extremely difficult. Its not so much the homework or class work, but the exams. I had a 98% in the homework/quizzes and still failed every single test. I have taken 4 other accounting classes and have never received anything lower than an A in any of them. She is very nice and her in class examples are awesome, but her tests are awful

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ACG3361
Apr 19, 2011

She is great for Cost Accounting! The handouts she uses in class will be all you need to understand the material for the test. She thoroughly covers the problems in the handouts during class. The homework consists of MyAccountingLab homework and 3 excel assignments. Overall, great professor!

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ACT3361
Apr 27, 2011

Spends just about ALL of the class-time going over examples. Spends very little time explaining. Basically shows you how to do it and you're on your own from there. Takes FOREVER to go over test results. A couple times she completely avoided talking about the test until someone asked her 2 weeks later. Lots of homework to boost your grade.

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ACG3131
May 2, 2011

I was scared of this class at first reading the previous ratings. As it turns out, I had nothing to worry about. I received an A and my advice to everyone is do all the homework which in my opinion was way harder than the tests. Do all the exercises she recommends on the study guides. Read each chapter twice, and review all her in class examples.

3.0
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ACG3361
May 4, 2011

She is alright, I was expecting worse. However, she is pretty disorganized when it comes to teaching. The exams are tricky because it's all MC with many options. The work you go through to get the answer is lengthy, so it sucks that you can't even get partial credit on the exam. For her exams being instantly graded, she takes forever to go over it.

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ACG3361
May 10, 2011

If you want to know and learn something about managerial accounting,take Professor Durham.She is knowledgeable and very helpful. This course requires lots of time and lots of study and of course, some knowledge from ACG 2071.Grate Professor

4.0
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ACG2071
Aug 3, 2011

For ACG 2071, I think she did fine. It's a hard class - but she's not a bad teacher. Bit disorganized. Her humor is surprisingly dark and will catch you off guard sometimes. Only real complaint is that for summer b, she had 4 exams and a final, but left one exam and the final during the same week. That was overwhelming.

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ACG2071
Aug 22, 2011

Every negative word written about her on here is true. While she's very personable, she makes this class way more difficult than necessary. Tests are nearly impossible- mult choice A-J and structured inconsistently w/ MAL assignments. I'm an A student but if it weren't for her xtra credit opps I wouldn't have passed her class. RUN. Worst class ever

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ACG3361
Sep 24, 2011

Good teacher, but class is hard. Lots of effort into understanding the material. Tests are tricky since she gives 8 answers to each question so MUST review problems and study notes in depth. Is a Certified Cost Management Accountant (CMA) so provides real world/practical examples and insight into another option besides the CPA for tax and audit.

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ACG3361
Dec 10, 2011

I just finished Cost ACG with Durham and thought it was no problem. Read the text and rework the class examples and you'll do fine on the exams. She does give a lot of answer choices, but if you actually studied and know what you're doing you'll have the answer. Multiple answer choices are only a problem if you're just guessing the whole time.

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ACG3131
Dec 20, 2011

She's a great prof who really wants you to succeed. Your grade is made of 4 exams and WileyPlus homework. The homework/book doesn't prepare you for the exams (multiple choice in testing center). If you don't do well on the homework, you won't pass. This an extremely challenging course, so it will be hard to balance it with your other classes.

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ACG3131
Apr 10, 2012

Very difficult class in itself but Prof. Durham was very helpful and was able to get me to understand even when I was completely lost!

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ACG3131
Apr 22, 2012

Go to class, read the book, read through & make sure you understand her in class examples, test study guides, & practice problems! She tough, but reasonable. She doesn't drop grades or give extra credit! Homework is the heaviest weighted item which you have several attempts to get a 100 on each question.

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ACG3131
May 13, 2012

There is weekly homework, quizzes, and a semester long project. You will pass if you read, re-read, do the work, and pay attention. She is willing to extend deadlines and will help you! You can get a 57% on each test and still pass because the other opportunities! If you fail this class it has nothing to do with her. Do your part bc she does hers.

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ACG3131
Jan 3, 2013

Professor Durham wasn't as helpful as the other postings lead me to believe. The tests were extremely hard and were intended to confuse you. Her 2nd test she said the avg grade should be failing. Wasn't pleased with teaching.

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ACG3131
May 21, 2013

Prof. Durham will teach you how to do some accounting, but you have to do your part. Read each chapter 3 times, DO NOT skip a single class, get 100% on HW and quizzes by going to tutoring lab. Do any and all extra credit, understand accounting concepts and the math for tests. If you don't pass with at least a B find a new major.

3.0
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ACG3131
Nov 21, 2013

This class is meant to be difficult. The exams are hard but if you put in the time you will make it! Go to the accounting lab and find a group and get comfortable with each other it really helps knowing that you are not alone in the class. The graduate assistants are awesome and really will work with you to help you succeed! Good luck!

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ACG2071
Dec 16, 2013

The class itself isn't too easy but I had no complaints about this professor. She did example problems in class that are helpful to study and gave study guides. She offers extra credit through ViaResponse. Put effort into this class and you'll do well.

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ACG2071
Dec 18, 2013

Fair course. No - grades just +. Plenty of time & multiple attempts for assignments & quizzes. Exams are part MC/part math & require some studying for decent grade. ViaResponse extra credit, just don't forget about it. Lectures are just example problems. Use book for more in depth studying. Easier than ACG2021 but still not going to be an ACG major

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ACG2071
Jan 8, 2014

Prof is extremely fair and always willing to help you out. Make sure you complete the extra credit on ViaResponse...brought me from a B+ to an A. She tends to tell stories from past experience, which can keep you interested since the class is pretty dull. Just watch the lectures, complete the study guides, and you are bound to get a decent mark.

4.0
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ACG2071
Grade: A
Mar 25, 2014

Teaches well & keeps your attention with her stories. During class she goes over some examples so the book is necessary to further understand topics. Hw is done through my Pearson lab, this can be very time consuming if you do not understand well the topic. If you read the book, watch the lectures, & practice her examples you should do well.

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ACG3131
Apr 23, 2014

She was a great teacher! I've never taken the time to rate a teacher until now. I feel like you need to know how great she was at ACG 3131. Her class was planned out so nicely and you always knew what you needed to do and when. It can be time consuming but its the course not really the teacher.

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ACG2071
Apr 23, 2014

This teacher was one of the worst teachers I have every had. Her lectures didn't help teach me anything. Her power points were unhelpful. I was forced to teach myself all of the material. If you're an accounting student then that's fine but this course is a requirement for a lot of majors so students need to be taught not fed to the wolves.

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ACG2071
Apr 23, 2014

Her lectures aren't too bad, but the homework and quizzes is what's difficult. The quizzes are deceptive and fairly difficult. The homework is VERY time consuming. Overall the class was decent, but it requires work if you want anything above a B.

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ACG2071
Apr 29, 2014

I failed this class in the Fall and retook it during the spring and still got a C. This class requires hours of studying and mastering material. I taught (or attempted to) myself most of the material because her style of teaching didn't help. Quizzes are hard but homework will host your grade if you get As on all of them.

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ACG3131
May 2, 2014

Lectures consist of her writing on scratch paper on an overhead projector. Easy points come from hw… exams and quizzes are very difficult.

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ACG2071
Grade: A
May 15, 2014

Professor Durham is very clear. She tells you exactly what she expects from you and gives you all the necessary resources to do well in the course. Take advantage of the In-class example packets and be sure to master them because they're extremely helpful in preparing for the test. Do all the homework because it can boost your grade up a lot.

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ACG2071
Grade: A-
May 21, 2014

Prof Durham was an overall great teacher, takes the time to go over many examples in class, and the homework is very similar. Tests were never misleading and as long as you take your time with your homework/example packets you will have learned all the tricks for the tests. Via response EC is minimal but that 2% got me my A. Recommend for any class

5.0
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ACG2071
Grade: Not sure yet
Nov 8, 2014

Professor is very thorough with course material. Gives weekly homework and quizzes so if you stay on top of the lectures and coursework there should be no problem receiving an A or B. Very helpful and integrates real life situations into lectures to help you get a better understanding of the material. I would definitely take her again.

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ACG
Jan 5, 2015

I took this class in the spring and failed, took it again in the fall & barely passed with a C. This class is so time consuming and if you have other classes it's really hard to balance. HW is pretty easy, big boost in your grade if you get all A's. I found the tests to be tricky compared to the quizzes. Study her example packets & quizzes

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ACG2071
May 9, 2015

took this class incredibly time consuming last half was cost accounting even though this is supposed to be managerial class, if this is the only class you're taking go ahead but be prepared to work and put in A LOT of time. wouldn't take her again.

4.0
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ACG2071
Grade: B+
Jul 2, 2015

There is online homework and quizzes each week, which add up to be a big part of your grade. She offers extra credit by having quizzes on lectures, you can add over 1% to your grade, but it bumped me up to a + grade. The exams are a mix between multiple choice and fill ins, but as long as you get the homework & quizzes- you will be fine.

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ACG2071
Sep 29, 2015

She knows her stuff, I'll tell you that. She's extremely quirky/dorky but it makes her that much more interesting to watch/listen to. It definitely requires doing work but I don't know why people are surprised by that at this point. Overall 2071 was a great course and Prof. Durham is a great professor.

4.0
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ACG2071
Grade: A+
Oct 12, 2015

She's a good professor but she talks way too much. Im an accounting major so I'm not interested in all the fluff and the rambling. But overall an easy professor, just be prepared for a lot of wasted time in lecture.

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ACC2071
Dec 7, 2015

Professor Durham does an awesome job teaching managerial accounting. I never thought an accounting class would be so interesting. The homework assignments were long, so don't put them off until the last minute. Reading the textbook is really helpful. She allows a note card on exams which I found very helpful.

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ACC2071
Grade: B+
Dec 13, 2015

Amazing professor in the way that she doesn't spoon-feed the material to you. She applies personal experiences to the subject for better clarity. She also writes out the problems and solutions each class so you can follow along. I'd definitely take her again.

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ACG2071
Grade: C+
Dec 14, 2015

Homework is insanely long, quizzes are often unclear and need multiple attempts, and tests are a shot in the dark. Did very well on two of them and did very poorly on two of them. This is a tougher class and is nothing like Financial Accounting. You need to really understand the material in and out of context to pass. Textbook is a must.

5.0
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ACG3031
Grade: C
Dec 15, 2015

I needed a B to pass this class and would've gotten a C so I just didn't sit for the final. She was a really nice professor I think her teaching style just didn't mesh well with my learning style. I understood lectures and the hours of homework was a breeze but the tests just killed me. I'll try again next semester with a different professor.

3.0
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ACC2071
Grade: Not sure yet
Dec 15, 2015

If you do all of the homework and the quizzes you should do well on the exams. All of the homework combined count the same as a test grade so it is an easy A for that test, and same with the quizzes. I read the chapters and did practice quizzes and ended up with a B+/A in the class. Never watched the lectures because they were long and difficult.

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ACC2071
Dec 16, 2015

Took her this fall. Not a bad teacher. Homework is pretty easy as long as you dedicate the time. However doesn't really help with test. Test are a hit or miss. You can understand the material and still fail the test. Overall not horrible. Start strong from the beginning and you should be fine. Ended up with a C+B- and did poorly on 3/4 test

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ACG3131
Grade: B
Dec 24, 2015

The class was tough but professor Durham is great. I took her for managerial acct. and intermediate accounting. Teaches straightforward material and doesn't ramble or go off on tangents which I really appreciate. My only complaint is WileyPlus for homework which I don't care for at all.

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ACC2071
Grade: A
Dec 30, 2015

Managerial Accounting at UCF is VERY difficult. Professor Durham goes above and beyond to help you succeed but if you wanna do well, you have to be prepared to work harder than you ever have. To pass this class, you need to actually pay attention to the lectures and understand managerial accounting on a deeper, spiritual level.

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ACG3131
Jan 5, 2016

Expects you to learn on your own. In class examples were no help. Just avoid taking her.

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ACG2071
Grade: B
Jan 13, 2016

Great teacher, but tough class. Definitely attend actual classes instead of watching the video lectures because the in class examples are very useful. Read the chapters for sure!!! Homework is long, but do it. Got low Cs on all exams, but got As on all the homework, Bs on the quizzes, and did a majority of the extra credit. Managed a B overall.

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ACG2071
Grade: D
Jan 14, 2016

This was honestly my hardest class--ever! I was warned not to take her but had no choice. Struggled so hard. I'm having to retake her now. One of the guys I knew in her class was taking it for the third time. She's horrible. Avoid her if possible!!

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ACG2071
Grade: B+
Feb 28, 2016

I loved her as a professor and as a person. She is really funny and helpful. She adds her personal professional experience to the lectures to give them a real world feel and it makes the class entertaining. You need to study and practice to do well in this class but you will learn a lot in a positive learning environment.

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ACC2071
Grade: A
Mar 3, 2016

Prof. Durham is the sweetest lady! She keeps lectures as interesting as accounting can really be, and adds her person experiences as an accountant into lecture material which helps give material real-world application. Definitely need to study and do the HW to pass but the material is definitely "learnable" when you take the time to practice it.

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ACG3131
Grade: Not sure yet
Mar 15, 2016

Professor Durham is a great teacher. The way she explains the material makes it easier to remember. Her exams are tough but fair. They are very similar to her quizzes and to the homework and other resources she talks about in the beginning of the semester. She works a lot of examples in class. She makes accounting as fun as it could possibly be.

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ACG2071
Grade: A
Apr 13, 2016

Her lectures were basically useless to me. The homework is long and not a representation of the exams. Read the book word for word and do her in class practice problems and you will do well. Also, do the extra credit. You can get D's on exams and still pass if you do the quizzes and HW. Not a great teacher but the class is very passable.

4.0
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ACC2071
Grade: B
Apr 15, 2016

Accounting can be a tough class, however, Prof. Durham does a great job explaining the material. The class is clearly laid out and she encourages you to work the in class examples along with her during class. You can ask questions and she will take the time to answer them clearly. Exams are similar to the in class examples. Extra credit available.

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ACG3131
Grade: Not sure yet
Apr 25, 2016

This was honestly the worst class I have ever taken. She is so bad at explaining things and she offers NO extra credit for this class. The class examples and practice quizzes are nothing like the exam. It is a waste to go to class because she expects you to learn it yourself.

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ACG2071
Grade: A
May 5, 2016

She gives lots of examples and directions in lecture and in online materials. As long as you do the homework and prepare for tests, this isn't that hard of a class.

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ACC2071
May 10, 2016

The semester starts out easy but it gets so much harder especially if you fall behind in the reading or lectures. The math problems and excel projects can be incredibly frustrating. I don't feel like it is always clearly stated how to solve the problems. If you have to take this class, do study groups or something. Hard to do well on your own.

4.0
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ACC2071
Grade: B
May 10, 2016

This class definitely requires a lot of effort. Tests were very confusing but doable. I recommend watching the lectures and doing all the practice problem + quizzes. Reading the powerpoints are helpful too. Maybe the book. Do yourself a huge favor and do well on ALL the homework and quizzes. Try to get as many points as you can.

3.0
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ACC2071
Grade: B+
May 10, 2016

This is definitely a class that you HAVE to constantly be studying for. You will not pass the exams if you study the night before. It is a heavy workload of a class with SUPER long weekly HW assignments and quizzes, which don't prepare you for the test. I suggest reading the book word for word and try to do as many practice problems as possible.

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ACG2071
Grade: Drop/Withdrawal
May 10, 2016

Extremely large workload. If you work full-time, I would suggest trying to find another professor.. Very hard to keep up with. Also, the practice problems and homework assignments do not prepare you for the tests and exams. I have never had to drop a class, this one was just too fast paced for me to keep up with while working full-time. Poor class.

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ACG3131
Grade: B
May 10, 2016

The curriculum for 3131 is the same for all classes so it does not matter which professor you pick. Durham gives packets in class to help with the material. Wiley is a pain, get the GA's help. As long as your exam scores are at the class average level, you'll pass. Read, ask questions, go to the GA's, practice quizzes, Orion, Wiley.

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ACG3131
Grade: B
May 11, 2016

I just took her for intermediate accounting 1, the tests are going to be really hard but are the same for all teachers. READ THE BOOK & GO TO CLASS & DO BECKER she explains the material in much easier terms and gives practice quizzes for each of the exams that will help you SO much on the exams(other teachers don't give these)she wants you to pass

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ACG3131
Grade: A
May 16, 2016

I took Prof. Durham for Int. Accounting 1 and Managerial Accounting. She is super funny. Int Accounting 1 is hard but she made it bearable. She's a hands-off teacher (doesn't force you to speak up) which I like because I'm shy but trying to get over it. Start studying a week or more before each exam and try to understand your hw as you do it.

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ACG3131
May 20, 2016

took this course with both Barbara Durham and Pam Graybeal and trust me when i say this, take Graybeal. Durham doesnt teach the course very well, you will have to teach yourself, i had a lot of trouble with Durham's style of teaching, its very dry where as Graybeal show's passion while she teaches and loves to answer your questions. your choice

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ACG2071
Grade: B-
May 22, 2016

Professor Durham wasn't my fave. I passed the class but most of it was me teaching myself and going to the tutoring lab. Although I got a decent grade. I would not recommend her as a professor. I also think the homework she gives is very pointless & time consuming. I never studied the homework when it came to taking the tests but did well.

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ACG2071
Grade: B+
May 25, 2016

Took her over spring, the in class examples are exactly like the exams. Dont miss a homework or quiz it will ruin grade... managed a c or less on each exam and ended with and b+... Watch lectures take notes and go over in class examples.. a lot of the exams were 50 percent word problems 50 percent math.

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ACC2071
Grade: B-
Jun 21, 2016
Wouldn't take again

She makes you work for your grade. You need the book to pass. Her tests are ridiculous. Good Luck! Would not recommend.

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ACG3131
Grade: A
Jun 27, 2016
Would take again

Super nice and sweet. It's the weed out class for accounting, so while the material is somewhat difficult, she presents it in a clear and easy to understand manner. It's just like every other class, put in the work and you'll be ok. People complaining just aren't studying hard enough, plain and simple. She's a fantastic professor for a hard course!

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ACG2071
Grade: Drop/Withdrawal
Nov 3, 2016
Wouldn't take again

So this is my SECOND time taking this class with her and I now have to change my major because I literally cannot pass this class. This is by far the hardest class I have ever taken and she might be the worst teacher I have ever had in my life. She makes things incredibly confusing and hard to understand. I would not suggest this course with her.

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ACG2071
Nov 5, 2016
Wouldn't take again

This class is awful. Stay away from it if you can, sadly you cant if you're a business major. Her tests are impossible, she just read the power points so don't even bother wasting your time listening to her teach, shes awful. Her homework takes four hours and she requires as much attention as the other 4 of my classes combined. Awful, awful class.

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ACC2071
Grade: A
Dec 7, 2016
Would take again

Very nice and a solid professor. She gives you everything you need to be successful through the lectures, book and HW. She drops the lowest quiz and HW grade and gives some extra credit. The people who think this class is too hard just didn't apply themselves because the material is somewhat difficult but I have gotten all A's on the tests no prob.

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ACG2071
Grade: A
Dec 9, 2016
Would take again

You either have to go to class or read the book. I got by just watching the lectures and occasionally going into the book for anything i didn't understand fully. I'm an accounting major so i didn't find it too hard, but even if you're not, with all the homework and quizzes and extra credit it's a totally do able class. Professor's nice and bubbly.

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ACG2071
Grade: A
Dec 12, 2016
Would take again

Be aware of complainers that say that her tests are impossible. I just got finished with her class and ended with an A in the mid 90's and received an 80%+ each exam. Why? Because just like other classes, it takes time and dedication. I thought the teacher simplified her teaching so we can understand it better which helped me greatly. I recommend.

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ACG3131
Dec 15, 2016
Would take again

I took her for both managerial and intermediate, and loved her in both! As far as 3131 goes, READ THE BOOK!!! Go to every lecture, make sure you understand the in class examples. She is super nice, and I can tell she cares about her students. Take her if you want to learn and are willing to put in the effort!

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ACC2071
Grade: B
Dec 16, 2016
Would take again

Pretty easy course, extra credit, curved exam scores, great professor.

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ACG3131
Dec 20, 2016
Wouldn't take again

I got an A in both Financial and Managerial accounting and couldn't pass this class the first time I took it. Lectures are NOT helpful, homework is useless and the exam study guides barely correlate with the actual exam. Homework took 4-6 hours a week. If you are trying to get the B take anyone else and you'll definitely get it.

Skip class? You won't pass.
LOTS OF HOMEWORK
TEST HEAVY
5.0
3.0
ACG2071
Grade: A+
Dec 25, 2016
Would take again

Not bad at all. I just watched or attended the lectures, and I made sure to do the homework and chapter quizzes. Got A's on all her test and if she sees there were some questions that most of the class got wrong she curves. Pretty straightforward regarding her expectations. Sometimes she will extend a hw deadline if the entire class asks!

LOTS OF HOMEWORK
Caring
2.0
4.0
ACG3131
Grade: B+
Jan 8, 2017
Wouldn't take again

B. Durham is a very nice professor but I wouldn't take her again. She is super nice and cares about the students but I don't think her teaching techniques are appropriate for this class. I got a good grade just because I was self-studying (READING the book). The material is very hard itself and the way she explained it, didn't help me at all !

Get ready to read
LOTS OF HOMEWORK
5.0
3.0
ACC2071
Grade: A
Feb 20, 2017
Would take again

She is a fantastic teacher. She uses many tools to help you study and learn the material. She goes over most of the problems in class and is very passionate about what she teaches. This class is tough, as all accounting classes can be, but Professor Durham makes it fun and easy to understand. She also offers occasional extra credit!

Gives good feedback
Amazing lectures
Caring
4.0
3.0
ACC2071
Grade: B
Apr 15, 2017
Would take again

great accointing professor shes quirky and a solid professor. I learned a lot but had to work to get my B.

Gives good feedback
Skip class? You won't pass.
Clear grading criteria
5.0
3.0
ACG2071
Grade: A
Apr 15, 2017
Would take again

Professor Durham is one of my favorite professors at UCF. She is very caring and makes her lectures seem like a breeze. She goes over many examples which most of your homework is based on. The homework can take a while, but it's not overbearing. I have not opened the book once and I have managed an "A" in class based on lectures and basic studying.

Inspirational
Caring
EXTRA CREDIT
5.0
3.0
ACG2071
Grade: B+
Apr 25, 2017
Would take again

Really passionate professor who wants her students to succeed. I wish i could take her again for 3131. Her lectures are thorough and provides several practice problems that are very similar to ones in the exams. Homework is done through myaccountinglab, we're allowed a notecard on exams, and there are quizzes and extra credit almost every week.

5.0
3.0
ACG2071
Grade: B+
May 1, 2017
Would take again

Barbara really wants her students to do well and pass. She's a good teacher and can be pretty funny. She offers extra credit, curves exams and will extend deadlines for the class if necessary. Studying the in class examples is important and the tests are not too tricky, but the homework is easy just annoyingly long.

LOTS OF HOMEWORK
Caring
EXTRA CREDIT
5.0
3.0
ACC2071
Grade: A+
May 1, 2017
Would take again

If you read the book and attend class, this will be cake. Before exams, study quizzes and in class examples as well as look over powerpoint then confirm your studying with the review guide; if you do this you will at least get a B on every exam. This class can be as easy as cake if you read the weekly chapters and pay attention, trust me.

3.0
4.0
ACG2071
Grade: A+
May 3, 2017
Would take again

Notecard for each exam. The most important thing is to read the book in this class and take notes. I struggled before I did this, but then everything was easy. Lectures don't help much, except for extra credit. EC only counts for 1.5%.

Get ready to read
LOTS OF HOMEWORK
5.0
3.0
ACG2071
Grade: A+
May 8, 2017
Would take again

If you don't watch the lectures and only use study cube, you will most likely pass but barely. Watch all the lectures, and use her resources given.

ACCESSIBLE OUTSIDE CLASS
Clear grading criteria
5.0
2.0
ACC2071
Grade: A
Oct 26, 2017
Would take again

Took Professor Durham's class she was very helpful and understanding through the duration of the semester.

Participation matters
LOTS OF HOMEWORK
4.0
4.0
ACG2071
Grade: Rather not say
Nov 4, 2017
Would take again

Informative and understanding.

Gives good feedback
Get ready to read
LOTS OF HOMEWORK
4.0
4.0
ACC2071
Grade: C+
Nov 8, 2017
Would take again

Wish she could teach Acc. for Decisions Makers, definitely would have passed on my first attempt. She really cares about students passing and does everything to make sure you pass the class. Very organized, watch her lectures do the homework and PowerPoints and you should do well on the exams. Not the easiest of classes but shes keeps it simple.

Gives good feedback
LOTS OF HOMEWORK
Caring
3.0
4.0
ACG2071
Grade: A+
Dec 8, 2017
Would take again

Because this class was in the new reduced seat time format, you have to learn more by yourself, watching videos, taking quizzes, and going to class 5 times during the semester for in-class group quizzes/packets. To do well on tests, make sure you go over example packets from each chapter, take practice quizzes and go over hw, and read the book!!!!

Get ready to read
LOTS OF HOMEWORK
EXTRA CREDIT
4.0
4.0
ACG2071
Grade: B
Dec 15, 2017
Would take again

New system is terrible, you have to teach yourself and do group quizzes 5 times a semester. Professor Durham is very sweet and does care about your grades! She curved every exam this semester and offered a bunch of easy extra credit opportunities. In the end she even curved the class as a whole despite curving all three exams!

LOTS OF HOMEWORK
Caring
EXTRA CREDIT
4.0
3.0
ACC2071
Mar 29, 2018
Would take again

Durham is very sweet and understanding. Workload is not terrible, homework and quiz just about every week, not too many exams. The new class structure requires periodic in-class sessions which involve group work. Not hard if you come prepared and have a half-decent group. Only required to go to 4 out of 5 class sessions, but the extra one is EC.

Get ready to read
LOTS OF HOMEWORK
GROUP PROJECTS
5.0
3.0
ACG2071
Grade: A
Apr 10, 2018
Would take again

Durham is great at explaining in her videos, telling you how long they will be, and how long will the hw take. She gives extra credit on her 5th class. I can't stress enough how important it is to do the optional reading packet it will literally make a difference in understanding the material. Use the practice quiz to study!

LOTS OF HOMEWORK
Clear grading criteria
EXTRA CREDIT
5.0
3.0
ACG2071
Grade: A
Apr 20, 2018
Would take again

Prof. made the new format of 5 classes and videos online very easy for her students. She gave us optional reading packets for each chapter that will help a lot in understanding the material and studying for the test. You only have to go to 4 classes, 5th one is extra credit. Amazing professor and great at explaining the material.

Participation matters
LOTS OF HOMEWORK
EXTRA CREDIT
3.0
2.0
ACC2071
Grade: A
Apr 26, 2018
Would take again

I did not watch the videos or read the book. But, the exam prep materials are very helpful in this course. Overall the class average was not great. She does the best she can do with the new format. 5 classes are annoying but if you attend all five it will boost your grade a good amount. She gives 2 attempts on hw and quizzes. Use both attempts!!!

2.0
4.0
ACG2071
Grade: B
May 6, 2018
Wouldn't take again

I absolutely did not like her style of teaching, however, she is caring and will help you to become better. She provides an ample amount of extra credit and assignments to help boost your grade. Her exams are difficult though. Her practice quizzes do not help at all because they are a lot easier than the actual exams. Overall she was okay.

LOTS OF HOMEWORK
ACCESSIBLE OUTSIDE CLASS
EXTRA CREDIT
4.0
2.0
ACG2071
Grade: A
May 7, 2018
Would take again

Just do the example packets and the practice quizzes she posts on webcourses. Easy A.

Skip class? You won't pass.
LOTS OF HOMEWORK
Clear grading criteria
4.0
2.0
ACG2071
Grade: A
May 17, 2018
Would take again

Durham has really worked hard to make this class (with the new reduced seating mode of teaching) accessible and do-able for her students. The lectures are fantastic, and the homework (aside from it being time consuming) is also very helpful. The tests are totally fine, too. Very easy A.

Participation matters
Skip class? You won't pass.
LOTS OF HOMEWORK
5.0
4.0
ACC2071
Grade: A
Aug 12, 2018
Would take again

Durham is a great teacher in my opinion. She teaches in a very engaging style which is very helpful in what I believe to be a rigorous course. I took her during the new reduced seat time format and trust me when I say this the class was a lot of work. There are so many opportunities for success in this class though. Just keep up with assignments.

LOTS OF HOMEWORK
Clear grading criteria
EXTRA CREDIT
3.0
3.0
ACC2071
Sep 8, 2018
Wouldn't take again

She seems friendly, well intended, and well invested in her work, but I was bothered by the fact that she occasionally tries to trick you with quiz questions and the such. Trick questions are a low blow in my book. Be prepared for a fair bit of fluff if you take her. She's not terrible, but I've definitely had much better professors.

Participation matters
Skip class? You won't pass.
GROUP PROJECTS
5.0
3.0
ACG2071
Grade: A
Dec 8, 2018
Would take again

Professor Durham is a great professor. Very good at explaining tough concepts and cares about her students. Highly recommend taking her!

Participation matters
Skip class? You won't pass.
LOTS OF HOMEWORK
3.0
4.0
ACC2071
Grade: B
Dec 10, 2018
Wouldn't take again

Tests and quizzes were a bit difficult and so was the wording. In class assignments weren't that bad, just know what to study beforehand. Study tools were helpful.

Tough Grader
Get ready to read
Skip class? You won't pass.
4.0
4.0
ACC2071
Grade: A
Dec 11, 2018
Would take again

She has good lectures, and goes into a lot of depth. There are MANY tools offered to succeed in this course. However, I would say, it was a time consuming course. Read the book, watch the videos, and do the packets she gives!!!

Respected
LOTS OF HOMEWORK
Caring
3.0
4.0
ACC2071
Grade: A
Dec 22, 2018
Would take again

She records about 2 hours worth of 10 minute video lectures to look at on webcourses. I found it best to read the book and then watch the videos otherwise the videos get confusing. Required to attend class sessions and have one makeup assignment if you miss one. HW and quizes are easy but 3 exams take up 60% of your grade and can be tough.

Get ready to read
TEST HEAVY
3.0
4.0
ACG2071
Grade: B
Apr 29, 2019
Wouldn't take again

This class was pretty difficult for me, specifically the active learning labs and the tests. I always felt extremely overwhelmed with the amount of content to study, and the tests always had tricky wording and too much information (ex: numbers you dont use in solving the answer). It was a challenging and time consuming course.

Test heavy
3.0
4.0
ACC2071
Grade: B
Apr 30, 2019
Would take again

This is a REAL class and it's pretty difficult. The three exams count for a lot of your grade. The videos per chapter are about 2+ hours. The in class assignments are a bit tricky and sometimes feel useless. This shouldn't be an online course. Be prepared to learn everything by video and on your own.

Lots of homework
Test heavy
Clear grading criteria
5.0
4.0
ACG2071
May 3, 2019
Would take again

Professor Durham is honestly such a wonderful professor. The class is fairly difficult, but I would take her again just because of how much she cares. She always gives feedback, offers EC, and puts so much more effort than other professors. Shes so sweet and deserves to be respected bc she does lots of favors towards your grade.

Gives good feedback
Respected
Get ready to read
5.0
3.0
ACG2071
Grade: B+
May 6, 2019
Would take again

best accounting professor ever. It was mostly online with 5 in class meetings. She posted all the modules with videos, homework, quizzes and brain boosters. She was always clear about when things were due and made the tests pretty easy. she used real life examples that made it easy to understand what was going on. DO THE WORK AND YOU'LL BE FINE

Participation matters
Skip class? You won't pass.
Clear grading criteria
4.0
3.0
ACG2071
Grade: A
May 9, 2019
Would take again

Fairly easy to pass the class. Show up, do all the work, and definitely use the example packet posted, it'll help when studying for tests.

4.0
4.0
ACG2071
Grade: A
Sep 10, 2019
Would take again

I didn't think this class was really that bad. You just have to keep up with the material and do the work. Study Cube helped a lot for the exams too.

Get ready to read
Skip class? You won't pass.
Tough grader
4.0
4.0
ACC2071
Grade: A
Nov 27, 2019
Would take again

If you take the time to pay attention and do the work she gives you, you will have no problem getting an A. There is a lot of work each week. Module videos and example packets are so helpful.

Lots of homework
Test heavy
Amazing lectures
2.0
5.0
ACC2071
Grade: C-
Nov 28, 2019
Wouldn't take again

While she is an easy grader for the active learning labs, everything else will be the hardest thing you have ever done. The tests do not follow the same format as how you learn the material, the homework is nothing like the videos or the text book, and the exams are basically going to tank your grade. I wouldn't take it if you don't have to.

Lots of homework
Get ready to read
Test heavy
5.0
4.0
ACC2071
Grade: B
Dec 5, 2019
Would take again

Watch the videos, do example packets, and practice quizzes and you'll do fine. Make sure you put in the time to study. Very caring professor. REAL format class. Test are a bit heavy but as long as you go through every resource, you'll be fine. There's HW, brain booster questions, and quizzes for every chapter. You will be working hard to earn an A.

Gives good feedback
Test heavy
Lecture heavy
1.0
5.0
ACG2071
Grade: C+
Dec 10, 2019
Wouldn't take again

She is pretentious and hostile at times. If you need help on the in-class assignments, she will ridicule your group audibly in front of the class citing a lack of reading as the cause. Even when the test average was a D-, she blamed the students. She simply does not care. Take the class online or with a different professor if possible.

Lots of homework
Skip class? You won't pass.
Test heavy
3.0
5.0
ACG2071
Dec 12, 2019
Would take again

Shes very caring and offers a lot of extra credit. However, theres so much material. Each module has 2+hrs of lecture videos, the hw takes forever, ALL sessions are ridiculously difficult and over complicated ( thankfully only a participation grade, so show up), the exams are hard and the questions have tons of extra information to mislead you.

EXTRA CREDIT
Clear grading criteria
Lots of homework
5.0
3.0
ACG2071
Grade: A
Jan 4, 2020
Would take again

You can tell Professor Durham cares about her students because she constantly reminds students of due dates, gives test study tips and offers extra credit. If you watch her helpful videos (there are a lot but watch them all, especially the first few modules) and do the homework in MyAccountingLab after learning the concepts, you'll get an A.

Clear grading criteria
Caring
EXTRA CREDIT
2.0
4.0
ACG2071
Grade: Not sure yet
Jan 25, 2020
Wouldn't take again

Okay professor. She doesn't use oxford comma in her slides, which makes me incredibly angry.

Lots of homework
Get ready to read
Skip class? You won't pass.
4.0
4.0
ACG2071
Apr 8, 2020
Would take again

She is a great professor, her videos in the modules help a ton! Make sure to watch them. Accounting is not my best or favorite class so this was difficult for me. However, it is very do-able if you spend time with it and force yourself to understand it.

5.0
4.0
ACC2071
Grade: A
Apr 15, 2020
Would take again

Wish she could be my instructor for all ACG classes! If you want an A, do the practice packet, watch her videos, take good notes, read the book for clarification, do the HW. There is a lot of material--but it IS easy to comprehend & remember. Take it one step at a time. It's not hard to understand if you truly try! The final is not comprehensive.

Inspirational
Amazing lectures
Caring
2.0
4.0
ACC2071
Grade: Not sure yet
Apr 24, 2020
Wouldn't take again

This class was required for my major before I changed it, and I absolutely hated it. This class is organized well, it just is so much work for a second level class. She expects people to make Cs and Bs on her exams and doesn't think anything is wrong with that. REAL format so class is required. Exams are difficult, homework each week. Few EC points

Lots of homework
Lecture heavy
EXTRA CREDIT
4.0
4.0
ACC2071
Apr 25, 2020
Would take again

Can earn an A if you actually watch her videos and keep up with the current chapter. Can be easy to fall behind. Must practice the comprehensive questions before exam. Shes so sweet and caring, just hopefully you dont get stuck with a bad group like mine was.

Skip class? You won't pass.
Caring
EXTRA CREDIT
5.0
4.0
ACC2071
Grade: A
Apr 28, 2020
Would take again

I was not looking forward to taking this class at all, but it ended up being a pretty good experience. It's a very doable class if you just follow Professor Durham's advice. The tests really aren't that bad. Do example packets, practice quizzes, read book, watch lectures and you'll be fine.

Get ready to read
Skip class? You won't pass.
Lecture heavy
4.0
3.0
ACG2071
Grade: A-
Apr 28, 2020
Would take again

Do the extra credit, it helped me with 2% of my grade. She makes accounting relatable to business which is really helpful. Her exams are kinda challenging so do the practices quizzes and the dynamic study modules to review for them. The in class ALLs take a long time but they are participation credit and help understand content. HW isn't bad.

Group projects
EXTRA CREDIT
Tough grader
5.0
3.0
ACC2071
Grade: A
Jun 2, 2020
Would take again

Professor Durham is very nice to her students. She will check around every group to offer help. You need to practice a lot to understand the concepts. Lecture videos, example package, practice quizzes are very helpful. If you finish them, you will be fine in this class.

Respected
Group projects
5.0
4.0
ACC2071
Grade: B-
Nov 2, 2020
Would take again

She's a really good professor, her lectures are great and she really does care. The only problem is that you have 3 exams and they are very tricky. You can't skip around in the exam and have to answer each question in succession. The exams are HARD and you will have to study a lot for them. Packets and homework help a lot.

Graded by few things
Lecture heavy
Caring
5.0
4.0
ACG3131
Nov 9, 2020
Would take again

After GEB and the horrendous QMB professors, I started to think accounting wasn't right for me. This woman right here inspired me to keep going. The homework is similar to tests, she thoroughly explains everything, & has a great webcourse layout. It's a hard class but she tries to make it as accessible & engaging as possible. Love her!

Gives good feedback
Respected
Caring
5.0
4.0
ACG2071
Grade: A
Nov 21, 2020
Wouldn't take again

Shes very caring and always makes sure that everyone learns something from the course but the amount of information she gives is just too much. One chapter has 2-3 hours worth of videos and if you stop to take notes, it will take you a whole day to finish 1 chapter. Overall class just took too much time and energy when info wasnt even that hard.

Lots of homework
Get ready to read
Lecture heavy
4.0
3.0
ACG2071
Grade: B+
Dec 1, 2020
Would take again

I took her for Managerial Accounting, never used the book because she posted many lecture videos so I spent most of the time watching those. Her homework isn't too bad but it will take a long time to complete. She has questions after every lecture video for credit so those are good points, very test heavy, discussions, and no quizzes. Take time!

Lots of homework
Clear grading criteria
Graded by few things
5.0
4.0
ACG2071
Grade: B+
Dec 10, 2020
Would take again

Honestly, I was questioning my future as an accounting major and she changed that. Great professor, very devoted to her students she even makes videos at sea world for her students. Overall, I did enjoy this class. Just remember to watch her lecture videos/examples or else you will fail the class.

Clear grading criteria
Caring
EXTRA CREDIT
4.0
4.0
ACG2071
Grade: B
Dec 11, 2020
Would take again

This class is not easy and has much more math and formulas than Financial Accounting. The professor provides more than enough resources to succeed. I should've advantage of the practice exams and videos she provides because if I did I would've gotten a higher grade. Please use them. Almost got a C+ but the extra credit was my saving grace for a B.

Participation matters
Clear grading criteria
EXTRA CREDIT
5.0
3.0
ACG2071
Grade: A
Dec 16, 2020
Would take again

Best professor at UCF! I am an Accounting major and I adored her. Managerial Accounting is algebra heavy but its very interesting and easy to understand. Put in the effort and you will definitely pass. Do example packets, read ebook, complete brain boosters, practice quizzes, and you will be successful! Exams are difficult, study hard! Lots of EC.

Participation matters
Amazing lectures
Caring
5.0
4.0
ACG2071
Grade: A
Dec 17, 2020
Would take again

Professor Durham was very king and it really showed that she cared for her students and really wanted them to succeed. The class wasn't too hard overall as long as you take good notes and watch all of the videos she prepared while doing the example problems.

Lots of homework
Clear grading criteria
Caring
4.0
5.0
ACG2071
Grade: B
Jan 15, 2021
Would take again

This class requires a lot of hard work, you will not pass with just minimum effort. However Professor Durham also gives extra credit. This helped me get a B in the class. The class is do-able

Lots of homework
Test heavy
Caring
5.0
2.0
ACC2071
Grade: A+
Mar 9, 2021
Would take again

Professor Durham communicates weekly, responds to emails, sets forward clear grading and assignment criteria. She breaks everything down in her videos. The homework and example packets are all designed to help you understand the concepts and the math so that you can pass the exams easily. Take her class! Even online it's a breeze.

Gives good feedback
Clear grading criteria
Amazing lectures
5.0
2.0
ACC2071
Grade: Not sure yet
Apr 26, 2021
Would take again

Dr. Durham is possibly the best professor I've ever taken. She creates videos to help solve all problems, gives weekly updates on the course, and is just an absolute gem. The course is a bit hard but she really goes out of her way to make sure you understand the material and wants you to succeed. This is the first professor that I really recommend.

Respected
Amazing lectures
EXTRA CREDIT
5.0
4.0
ACG3131
Grade: B
May 6, 2021
Would take again

I absolutely love having Professor Durham this semester. The classes were asynchronous so you work at your own pace but she sent weekly reminders to help you stay on track. Her videos and example packets prep you for the exams extremely well and she responds to emails really quickly. You definitely have to put in the work but it is extremely doable

Get ready to read
Skip class? You won't pass.
Test heavy
5.0
4.0
ACG2071
Grade: B
May 11, 2021
Would take again

really an amazing professor but makes you work for the grade. Do every single thing she provides and you'll ace it. her tests are very different than the homework assignments so watch the lecture videos do the example packet as homework and ace the practice tests the hardest chapters are at the start and get progressively easier. Excel is a +

Gives good feedback
Respected
Clear grading criteria
5.0
4.0
ACG3131
Grade: B
May 14, 2021
Would take again

This class requires you to work to get the grade you want, but she gives you everything you need like videos and a lot of practice problems. There are 4 exams, homework and quizzes. She gives multiple attempts for the homework and quizzes. Her videos are also very detailed and helpful!

Respected
Clear grading criteria
Caring
5.0
4.0
ACG3031
Grade: C
Oct 8, 2021
Would take again

totally recommend, she gives many resources and sends our reminders. really good professor, i was just lazy and did the bare minimum lol

Respected
Clear grading criteria
Amazing lectures
5.0
4.0
ACG2071
Grade: Incomplete
Oct 9, 2021
Would take again

Honestly, I made a review just to say 1/most caring teachers in the entire program. Really organized and helpful, I take this class remote and only go in class for assignments but you can tell she wants you to pass and win. Shes up to date and emails back, I highly recommend her but this class is a very hard subject just based of the material.

Gives good feedback
Respected
Clear grading criteria
1.0
4.0
ACG3131
Grade: Not sure yet
Oct 21, 2021
Wouldn't take again

Listen, we all know this is a hard class but this professor should not be teaching it. It is a passable class (B grade) but she does nothing to help. Get ready to teach yourself and she will *never* take responsibility of the fact that the entire class struggled. She will def not encourage you. Take Smith! I wish I had known he is the one to take.

5.0
3.0
ACG2071
Grade: A
Oct 24, 2021
Would take again

Her videos are clear and she explains things well. She gives you resources to succeed if you take advantage of them. Make sure to watch her videos and do the example packets and you should be fine. Highly recommend.

1.0
5.0
ACG3131
Grade: B+
Nov 23, 2021
Wouldn't take again

She is by far the worst prof I have taken and that includes qmb 2. Take smith. all the reviews saying shes soo easy? thats for ACG 2071 and that class is a breeze and an easy A. ACG 3131 is awful. she does not teach. Get ready to spend HOURS teaching yourself. I got a B in that class and I def could have gotten an A if she had just taught some.

5.0
4.0
ACG2071
Grade: A
Nov 25, 2021
Would take again

Very good professor. She explains hard concepts in easy to understand ways. There is a lot of work, but if you do everything that she says you will pass. Very organized and gives you many resources if you needed including everyday tutoring from TA's. Highly recommend her for this class.

Gives good feedback
Test heavy
4.0
3.0
ACG2071
Grade: A
Dec 27, 2021
Would take again

Typical accounting class. Her lecture videos are pretty good and they cover most of the information on the test. She explains how to work on every type of question you would expect to see on the test. If people say this class is difficult, it's probably their fault, not the professor. She gives all the resources needed to pass and is very nice!

Skip class? You won't pass.
Clear grading criteria
Lecture heavy
3.0
5.0
ACG2071
Grade: Drop/Withdrawal
Feb 9, 2022
Wouldn't take again

The teacher is okay, in her lectures she doesn't cover everything in the videos and there are things that you need to learn on your own. She grades so heavy on thee exams 65% of your grade is based on your 3 exams. That's pretty much my only complaint about her because she expects B's and A's which is unrealistic. Exams are proctored.....

Test heavy
5.0
2.0
ACC2071
Grade: A
Mar 31, 2022
Would take again

I found this professor to be very caring and wants her students to succeed. You have to watch her lecture videos and do the example packets. I would study the example packets a couple of days before the exam and managed to get A's.

Clear grading criteria
Lots of homework
Test heavy
5.0
4.0
ACG2071
Grade: A
Apr 2, 2022
Would take again

Normal accounting class. Tests (3 of them) can be difficult, utilize practice quizzes and example packets!!! She is very caring and wants you to succeed, she extended multiple hw's. you HAVE to put in work for this class. there's a lot of material but an A is achievable! also have some in-person group activities which are easy cause the TA's help!

Get ready to read
Lots of homework
Test heavy
3.0
4.0
ACC2071
Grade: B
Apr 29, 2022

ngl this class is what made me want to change my major lol. She's def not the worst but I feel that she makes the class more boring than it it has to be. She's a little annoying with grades and won't open up an assignment for you if you weren't able to complete it due to circumstance. Also it's test heavy and the tests are def hard :/

Group projects
1.0
5.0
ACG2071
Grade: F
Apr 29, 2022

To put this into retrospect I made an account to talk about how bad this teacher is. She's very nice but lectures are very confusing and if you're a bad test taker forget about passing the class. Class only meets up once every 2 weeks and the TA's are only available over zoom

Tough grader
Get ready to read
Test heavy
2.0
5.0
ACC2071
Grade: B
Apr 29, 2022

Prof. Durham is extremely knowledgeable and very approachable. However, her method of teaching is very confusing. I sometimes have to watch the videos 5-7 times before I understanding--this is not normal for me. TA's are only available over zoom and during very irregular hours. I ultimately had to download/pay for Chegg to understand problems.

1.0
5.0
ACG2071
Grade: C-
May 2, 2022

Terrible lecture videos that are hard to understand. Tests are each worth 400 points so that all that matters and they are very difficult. Would not take again. She was very rude.

Lecture heavy
Test heavy
Graded by few things
3.0
3.0
ACC2071
Grade: B
May 5, 2022
Would take again

Only 3 tests including the Final. Final not cumulative. Material is hard to understand but if you do her example packets and the practice quizzes for each chapter, they're like the questions that'll be on the test. Listens to her students, one time she pushed back due date because everyone emailed her. TAs very helpful during class & office hours.

Get ready to read
Test heavy
Graded by few things
4.0
3.0
ACG2071
Grade: A
May 8, 2022
Would take again

There are two test and 1 final (non-cumulative). Make sure to really go over and understand how to do the example packet and practice quiz because they are a lot of helps on the test. The videos are not the best but you do have to watch them to learn the concepts for managerial accounting. Grade is mostly based on test but she does curve.

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Clear grading criteria
1.0
5.0
ACT3131
Grade: B+
Aug 23, 2022

This professor was one of the worst I have ever had. I spent 30 hours a week studying and taught myself everything. The mass majority who took her failed and when I approached her to ask for advice to improve my grade she told me "Not everyone is cut out for accounting." Take any other professor unless you want to stress the entire semester.

Get ready to read
Graded by few things
5.0
3.0
ACC2071
Grade: Not sure yet
Nov 6, 2022
Would take again

This is a really hard class, but Professor Durham gives you all the material you need to do good on her exams. Watching the lectures and doing the practice quizzes are a must if you want a good grade. The way she runs her class is very similar to Reinking's, so if you liked his method of teaching, you'll enjoy Durham.

Participation matters
Caring
Test heavy
3.0
1.0
ACC2071
Grade: D
Nov 13, 2022

Don't take, hardest class at UCF.

Lots of homework
Test heavy
4.0
4.0
ACC2071
Grade: B+
Nov 22, 2022

Prof. Durham isn't terrible, and shouldn't get a bad rep on here. Most people tearing her apart prob. put zero effort into her class. Her modules are very lecture heavy and take lots of time, and tests are basically single-hand deciders of your grade. She let all of us know on day 1 that if we wanted to succeed, it was going to take effort.

Lots of homework
Lecture heavy
Graded by few things
5.0
3.0
ACC2071
Grade: A
Nov 22, 2022
Would take again

I keep seeing people post extremely negative reviews. Truth is Accounting is a confusing subject for most people. Wasting time focusing on how confusing the topic is won't help you. Focus on understanding, you'll learn. She will adjust a timeline if enough students are struggling with a subject. I wish I had her sooner.

Get ready to read
Participation matters
Caring
5.0
3.0
ACG3131
Grade: A
Dec 6, 2022
Would take again

I liked her for this course because she had lots of videos online and resources for if you are struggling with the concept.

Amazing lectures
Clear grading criteria
Online Savvy
4.0
3.0
ACG2071
Grade: A
Dec 7, 2022
Would take again

Pretty good class. Her videos are basically the only resource I used and they were great. If you watch those and take the chapter practice quizzes, you're set for the exams. Homework is time consuming but unlimited attempts. She gives extra credit. An A is very achievable in this class!

EXTRA CREDIT
Test heavy
3.0
4.0
ACG2071
Grade: B-
Dec 9, 2022

This was my hardest class this semester by far. Im pretty average at accounting/math but this is essentially a self-led course. She provides ample resources to learn/practice with lab every 2 weeks, but even then it was overwhelming at times since the class moves fast. This class is EXTREMELY test heavy. You def need to put in the time studying.

Group projects
Lots of homework
Test heavy
3.0
5.0
ACC2071
Grade: B-
Dec 9, 2022

Tip when studying for her exams (after you've learned the modules): study the practice quizzes FIRST and then redo the example packets. The practice quizzes give you an idea of what the exam is going to look like/what type of questions she's going to ask. A lot of people don't do well on the 1st exam but do WAY better on the 2nd exam.

Group projects
Lecture heavy
Test heavy
5.0
4.0
ACC2071
Grade: B
Dec 11, 2022
Would take again

She's an organized professor on canvas which I appreciated. Lessons are lengthy but if you put the videos on 1.5x, they aren't too bad. It's easy to get behind in this class. A lot of work to fully understand every concept, which is needed because all tests are taken in testing center. If you put in the work, it'll be easy to get a decent grade.

5.0
2.0
ACG2071
Grade: A
Dec 22, 2022
Would take again

Prof. Durham understands students and their attention spans. She breaks down lectures to make it easier for students to understand. She also pulls some of her material from real world businesses and examples. I really enjoyed her class and highly recommend.

Amazing lectures
Clear grading criteria
Caring
2.0
5.0
ACC2071
Grade: C+
Mar 19, 2023

She doesn't teach but makes us complete group assignments and just has the T.A's go around to help. This doesn't give us an opportunity to ask questions to understand the material which is very important with this class as it is very difficult. The exams are extremely difficult because the exam questions are much more complex than the assignments.

4.0
3.0
ACC2071
Grade: A-
Apr 4, 2023
Would take again

lots of video lectures (5-15 minutes each, can be up to 15-20 videos a week, usually not that high), group tests like every other UCF business class, tests are kinda difficult, but they are similar to the practice tests. The Homework is the most annoying part, it can be long and tedious. Start the HW early, if you do that, you will be fine!

Group projects
Lots of homework
Lecture heavy
1.0
4.0
ACC2071
Grade: C-
Apr 15, 2023

She gives us 2 hours long worth of lectures every week, and has very poor and slow teaching skills in the lectures. This class is very difficult and you are definitely going to need to dedicate a lot of time to it, and you have to teach yourself most of it because her teaching skills are very bad, and hte only interaction you have is with the TA's.

Lots of homework
Test heavy
4.0
4.0
ACG2071
Grade: B
Apr 24, 2023
Would take again

This is not an easy class, but it was very doable. Durham broke up her lectures and communicated accounting in a very simple language that was easy to understand. She wants her students to succeed. Start ahead on your lectures and homework, and you should be fine. Make sure to study for exams ahead of time, don't cram. Use practice quizzes!!!

Gives good feedback
Caring
Lecture heavy
5.0
3.0
ACC2071
Grade: A
Apr 29, 2023
Would take again

This class is fair. If you don't study, you won't succeed in this class. But if you do, getting an A is very doable. The teacher gives you really nice example packets that help you get a better grasp of the topics. She also gives really good practice quizzes that are similar to the actual tests. Do well on tests because they are worth 400 points.

Group projects
Lecture heavy
5.0
3.0
ACC2071
Grade: A
May 2, 2023
Would take again

The grade you receive in this course is fair and representative of the amount of work you put into learning. An A can be achieved if you watch her lectures and make sure you actually understand them. Understanding the brain boosters helps. I wouldn't recommend cramming, but it's possible if you are the type of student who picks things up easily.

Group projects
Lots of homework
3.0
4.0
ACC2071
Grade: B
May 7, 2023

Professor Durham is clearly knowledgeable about what she teaches, but her lecture videos aren't very clear and can be difficult to learn from. You have to track your grade by yourself because release it throughout the class. The material is difficult, but the study resources are good (do the practice quizzes!!). Devote time & you'll pass.

EXTRA CREDIT
Lots of homework
Test heavy
3.0
4.0
ACC2071
Grade: A+
May 13, 2023
Would take again

If you are like me (a very slow learner), this class will take up most of your time. I recommend taking notes directly from the textbook and watching her videos corresponding to that section. READ THE TEXTBOOK, go to TA hours, and stay on track. VERY MATERIAL HEAVY!!! You will be fine if you set aside time every day for learning. You got it!

Get ready to read
EXTRA CREDIT
Lots of homework
4.0
3.0
ACC2071
Grade: A+
Jul 1, 2023
Would take again

The class itself can be difficult at times. You really have to put in the work to get a decent grade. However, I never had a problem with Professor Durham. She is sweet and cares a lot about her students. Her TAs were also very helpful and straightforward. Be sure to watch the videos and do the extra credit and practice questions (multiple times).

EXTRA CREDIT
Group projects
Test heavy
4.0
3.0
ACC2071
Grade: B
Aug 22, 2023
Would take again

She's very nice and seems willing to help when needed. This class was really time consuming and difficult at times. But it's doable if you put in the effort & study a lot. You need to hold yourself accountable for watching the videos and doing online hw, as the class is pretty much entirely online with the exception of 5 in-class group assignments

Group projects
Lecture heavy
Test heavy
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