4.2

Bernadette Towns

Child Development - Bakersfield College

4.2
Quality
2.0
Difficulty
83%
Would Retake
104
Reviews
4.2
Quality
2.0
Difficulty
4.1
Helpful
4.2
Clarity

83%

Would Retake

104

Reviews

Rating Distribution
Official

5

67

4

16

3

5

2

7

1

9

What Students Say

Definitely the worst online professor I've had so far

CHDVB21 - 2.0 rating

I took two online clases and ended up droping them

CHDVB22 - 2.0 rating
Class Info

Online Classes

100%

Attendance Mandatory

88%

Textbook Required

6%

Grade Predictor

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Predicted Grade

A+

95% confidence
Based on 52 grades
Most common grades:
A (25)
A+ (17)
B+ (6)
Grade Distribution
A(42)B(1)C(1)D(0)F(0)A-/B+(8)
Based on 56 reported grades
A: 25
A+: 17
B+: 6
Not sure yet: 4
Common Tags
Participation matters (23)
Caring (18)
Get ready to read (17)
Clear grading criteria (16)
Gives good feedback (15)
Respected (10)
Inspirational (8)
EXTRA CREDIT (7)
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Reviews (104)
5.0
2.0
CHDV13A
Apr 14, 2004

She is very cool and nice. I took every child development class possible with her.

5.0
2.0
CHDVB42
Nov 25, 2004

The way she teaches is interesting and funny. She is very clear about what she expects from you in your work. The class was very easy and interesting.

5.0
2.0
CHILDDV
Nov 30, 2004

Awesome teacher. I really enjoyed her class, I would deffinately recommend taking classes with her. She deffinately loves teaching. Shows great knowledge of the subject matter. Best teacher ever.

5.0
2.0
CHILDDV
Nov 30, 2004

Awesome teacher. I really enjoyed her class, I would deffinately recommend taking classes with her. She deffinately loves teaching. Shows great knowledge of the subject matter. Best teacher ever.

1.0
1.0
CHDV42
Dec 2, 2004

She is always late, rude to the guest speakers, and lets the people that kisses her butt pass the class. She did not show up for class for a week because she had to "Drop her World" You know more about your class mates than you know more about the class. I still don't know anything waste of time

1.0
1.0
CHDV42
Dec 2, 2004

she did not want to be there did not read from the book I did not learn a thing and she took a week off with no notice to "drop her world" she does not want to be there in class rude to guest speakers and does not want to take the time to get to know your name or the class

5.0
1.0
CHDVB42
Mar 23, 2005

Townes is the greatest. One of the nicest, sweetest, funnest teacher anybody will ever have. She makes her class very easy, it is almost impossible to fail her class.

5.0
3.0
CHDV
Sep 2, 2005

She helped me a lot

5.0
1.0
CHDVB42
May 21, 2006

she was fun, exciting, and easy id recomend her to anyone

2.0
1.0
B13ONLINE
May 29, 2006

The class is interesting, but you must be a self motivater because the teacher doesn't even respond to direct email questions pertaining to assignments! Loved the class, not crazy about the teacher.

5.0
1.0
CHDVFACE
Nov 14, 2007

MRS. TOWNS IS OFF THE CHAIN. SHE KEEPS EVERYTHING WELL AND SHE IS FUN AND SHE ALSO KNOW HOW TO MAKE YOU LEARN A SUBJECT AND STUFF AND KEEPS YOUR NOODLE GOING!!!!

5.0
3.0
CHDVALOT
Jan 23, 2008

Love her! she is understanding and funny. In her class i actually learn something. I RECOMMEND HER!

5.0
2.0
CHDVALL
May 9, 2008

Love her! She is the best child development teacher at BC. She really makes you excited about the field. I would also recommend her to anyone.

5.0
1.0
CHDV21
Nov 15, 2008

Towns is funny and is a good teacher. she's not too tough just show up and go over ur book once in a while. highly recommended.

5.0
1.0
CHDV21
Jan 20, 2009

I've had this professor for B21 and B42, both online. She clearly states what she wants done in her syllubus at the beginning of the course. She allows you to work ahead, which can help with a busy schedule. The tests are easy. She answers emails promptly. I will take her again if given the opportunity.

5.0
1.0
CHDVB32
May 14, 2009

I HAD MRS. TOWNS FOR AN ONLINE CLASS. SHE IS A REALLY GOOD TEACHER. CLASS WORK IS REALLY EASY, SHE IS UNDERSTANDING THAT SOMETIMES WORK IS TURNED IN LATE. I THINK MRS. TOWN'S DOES HER JOB GREAT WITH EDUCATING OTHERS. I PLAN ON TAKING MORE OF HER CLASSES

2.0
4.0
CHDVB22
May 20, 2009

I took two online clases and ended up droping them. She is extremly unorganized and I had no idea what was going on. Horrible teacher.

4.0
2.0
CHDVB42
Aug 24, 2009

Shes sweet. I realy liked her. Great personality! You have to go to class!!! Quiz every few days on chapter. Tests were easy. You have to do a resourse binder at the end, but its easy just time consuming. As long as you read the chapters and go to class the class is pretty easy.

5.0
1.0
CHDVB22
Nov 9, 2009

I have so much to say about Professor Towns! Shes is such a great teacher! You learn so much in her class & she relates to her students. She is so nice and sweet. I took one Child development class because it was required & after taking her class I changed my major to child development. She makes it sound so intressting and fun.I reccoment her!

5.0
2.0
CHDVB22
May 14, 2011

This was by far the nicest lady I have ever met.I took this class hybrid and we met twice a month. Dr. Towns made sure we all knew what we were suppose to be doing. I couldn't have passed the class without her guidance. Great Professor and I recommend taking her classes.

5.0
2.0
CHDVB22
Apr 23, 2012

She is a wonderful teacher.Make sure you do every assignment on your observations.try to hit all developmental stages while observing if possible, it helps tons for the case study project at the end. Do your work and attend class get to know her.She is amazing and will help you understand what she wants as well as the field.

5.0
2.0
CHDV22
May 7, 2012

Dr. Towns is great. She is very easy going but serious about the subject. She gives opportunity for extra credit and will work with you. Take her classes! you will not regret it.

4.0
3.0
CHD22
May 23, 2012

dr. towns was a great teacher make sure you use the book her test are from the author so she does not make them she is fun and helps you alt the group projects are alot of fun helps you get to know eachother she will answer any question make sure you participate in the group talks

5.0
1.0
CHDVMANY
Jul 28, 2012

SUPER EASY A in multiple classes

5.0
1.0
CHDV21
Aug 15, 2012

Very easy teacher!!! I took her CHDV B21 class online and passed with an A! I recommend her!!

4.0
3.0
CHDV12
Aug 29, 2012

The is the Best teacher in CHDV!!! I took the observations class with her and she explain how everything was supposed to be. I loved going to her class. She is so nice(: I recommend her class is easy and Fun!!

5.0
1.0
CHDVB42
Dec 4, 2012

SHE IS ABSOLUTELY THE BEST!!! TAKE HER CLASSES FOR YOUR CHDV UNITS!

5.0
1.0
CHDVB22
Dec 10, 2012

Seriously she's the easiest professor I've ever had!!! If you need some easy online classes, just take her. I had 100% in her class without studying too much lol.

5.0
1.0
CHDVB20
May 3, 2013

Dr. Towns is a great professor. She is so funny and sweet. She is also very helpful and makes you learn in a fun way. I definently recommend her, as far as the book you do need it to study for quizzes. Her final is take home which makes it a lot easier. It is not hard to receive an A. You'll love her!

2.0
1.0
CHDVB21
May 9, 2013

Definitely the worst online professor I've had so far. She didn't grade anything until the class was almost finished, forgot to post instructions for assignments, and refused to grade three of my assignments, even though I turned them in on time, which lowered my grade. Her email responses to my questions were short and confusing. Not worth it.

1.0
1.0
B21
Jan 15, 2015

The whole course set up was confusing. I emailed her with a question and she responded "did you read the page?" Uh, yeah... that's what my question was about. Despite this, I got a 99% in the class. I don't even think she read anything we turned in, just gave a completion grade.

5.0
1.0
CHDVB2160
May 6, 2015

Great teacher! Easy class, and very clear instruction. If you are looking for a teacher for Child Dev. look no further because you found the BOMB!

3.0
2.0
CHDVB21
May 16, 2015

Great class, fairly easy, however there are projects assigned so be ready to do those. There is also a twelve page research paper, have fun! I recommend taking this class with Towns online.

5.0
1.0
CHDVB21
Grade: A
Aug 6, 2015

EASY. The 12 page paper is broken up into 4 segments so you submit 3 pages every few weeks. The quizzes and discussions are really simple as well. I would definitely recommend taking this class!

1.0
5.0
CHDVB2105
Sep 15, 2015

I saw a lot of great reviews about this Professor, but they are like years old. Im going to let you know, she gives quizzes every week and they are extremely difficult. She doesn't make these quizzes its from the author. You have to read the book In order to pass this class. A lot of group projects. Not specific on what she wants.

4.0
2.0
B21
Grade: Not sure yet
Sep 30, 2015

Love this class! she is super funny and willing to hear you out. Be prepared to read and get tested every week! You will need to take the book with you every time you show up to her class but other than that she's awesome.

3.0
2.0
CHDVB21
Grade: A
Dec 9, 2015

Not entirely clear in her instructions. She will respond to your emails, but I suggest calling during office hours. You must do experiments with children in different stages of development and find your own subjects. 12 page paper is easy, but time consuming. You must read the book.

5.0
3.0
CHD22
Feb 12, 2016

excellent teacher

3.0
1.0
CHDVB20
Grade: A
Apr 1, 2016

you will need the book so make sure to get it. you have to show up to class there will be quizzes every week some easy some hard but other wise her class is an easy A (:

4.0
1.0
CHDV21
Grade: A
May 21, 2016

Is an easy class and every interesting. You have a 12 page essay,but you turn the pages in parts. You have four parts of child development which you have to experiments on a child.

5.0
2.0
CHDVB21
Grade: Not sure yet
Dec 5, 2016
Would take again

Dr. Towns is such a fantastic person! work wise there is stuff to to do in her class such as projects like presentations but they are a piece of cake! Quizzes we are able to use notes, and her lectures are sooo... inspirational. Also you do have a 12 page paper due but its cut into 3 parts so its easy to do! and NO final

Inspirational
Amazing lectures
Caring
5.0
3.0
B21
Grade: A+
Mar 22, 2017
Would take again

Professor Towns is an amazing professor. I took her online. She has something due each week and you can even get ahead if you want. I am taking 2 online classes with her. CHDV b21 I have a 97 % and CHDV b32 I have a 88% . She responses to all her emails. and is very helpful.

Gives good feedback
Get ready to read
LOTS OF HOMEWORK
5.0
1.0
CHDVB21
Grade: A
May 6, 2017
Would take again

This class was a walk in the park. If you are looking for an easy A this is it. I didn't do the final paper and I still passed with an A. Weekly quizzes that are super easy. 4 child experiments that take very little effort. Would recommend if you are simply looking to fulfill requirements, or for fun.

Clear grading criteria
Caring
5.0
2.0
CHDVB49
Grade: A
Jul 12, 2017
Would take again

Love Professor Towns, very clear directions, easy work, easy A. I took this class over summer school and it was super easy. finished the class in about 3 weeks. One big assignment, the rest are end of the chapter questions. This class is a must take for summer school!

Get ready to read
Clear grading criteria
5.0
4.0
CHDVB21
Dec 2, 2017
Would take again

Super cool and understanding Professor! Class consists of quizzes and group projects. She gives amazing lectures and attendance is required! So if you dont like group projects then this isnt the class for you but shes definitely the best totally recommend this class!

Participation matters
GROUP PROJECTS
Amazing lectures
5.0
3.0
B21
Grade: B+
Jan 28, 2018
Would take again

Theres four group projects but super easy. She gives amazing/inspirational lectures. I learned so much. Some quizzes are difficult but you get to use notes. Theres no final! There is a 12 page research paper but its not difficult! So much better than taking a final!

Gives good feedback
Amazing lectures
GROUP PROJECTS
5.0
1.0
CHDVB49
Grade: A
Jan 30, 2018
Would take again

Took her chdv b49 online and it was such an easy online class. She responds to emails promptly and does not overwhelm students with a lot of work.

Gives good feedback
Caring
5.0
2.0
CHDVB21
Grade: A
Mar 6, 2018
Would take again

I took Dr. Town's class online, and she is such a great professor. She gives feedback on your assignments and comments, and she gives all the assignments up front on CANVAS, so you can access all of them without any surprises. She looks for well thought out responses/comments, but she is a very nice person. The quizzes and experiments are easy.

Gives good feedback
Participation matters
Caring
1.0
3.0
CHDVB21
Mar 11, 2018
Wouldn't take again

Would not take another class with this professor. Barely gives any feedback.

LOTS OF HOMEWORK
SO MANY PAPERS
4.0
1.0
EDUCB24
Grade: A+
Mar 13, 2018
Would take again

This was a really easy class do not buy the book because it was totally useless. Have to do weekly journals, but she doesn't really grade them they were basically just a formality. really easy

Gives good feedback
Participation matters
GRADED BY FEW THINGS
5.0
1.0
B21
Grade: A+
Apr 10, 2018
Would take again

for me, it's hard to say whether she's a good professor or not, because your best bet is to take her class online. The book isn't necessary, and she puts all the work on CANVAS at the beginning of the semester, so you can start working immediately without any surprises. You can finish the whole class in a week if you really wanted to.

Gives good feedback
Inspirational
Caring
5.0
1.0
EDUC22
Grade: A+
May 16, 2018
Would take again

Love Dr. Towns!!! My favorite professor at BC, she's such a caring person. She teaches so many important lessons that will be needed, if you are becoming a teacher. Super easy, couple two page papers due during the semester, easy grader.

Inspirational
Hilarious
Caring
5.0
1.0
B49
Grade: A+
Jun 29, 2018
Would take again

I really recommend this course !!!! She is very comprehending and well answer any question you may have ahead of time before submitting your work. Not only that but her class is very easy you just need to be on track with your assignments overall she is a very cool professor.

5.0
3.0
CHDV42
Grade: A+
Nov 6, 2018
Would take again

Shes an awesome Professor, I have taken two courses with her and I love her lectures. Participation does matter but promise you will not fall asleep in class. Take notes, be on time, study, and you will not have an issue. As for the online class, yes the book is needed and all you have to do is stay on top of your work and you will do just fine.

Respected
Clear grading criteria
Amazing lectures
5.0
3.0
B24
Grade: A+
Nov 6, 2018
Would take again

Professor is very understanding, energetic, and seriously knows her stuff. Best professor I have had in my 4 years of being in college. Would definitely recommend to people. If you read, ask questions, and participate in class, you will get an A in the course. Take her if you are interested in education.

Gives good feedback
Respected
GROUP PROJECTS
5.0
1.0
B24
Grade: A
Nov 13, 2018
Would take again

I took two courses in the same semester with Dr. Towns! Honestly it was the easier two courses ever. I learned so much in her lectures in CHDV B21 attendance and participation is needed for that class. But I took EDUC B24 online and all the work in given ahead of time and its all do able be on top of the work and youll get an A

Participation matters
Caring
EXTRA CREDIT
5.0
2.0
CHDV21
Grade: B+
Dec 3, 2018
Would take again

Dr. Towns is the best professor that i have had, she is different than any other child development professors. She is very caring for her students. takes time to know each and every on of her students. she actually teaches you about the topic and isn't about just the book. makes you do a few project but they are very easy and fun.

Respected
Inspirational
Caring
5.0
4.0
EDUCB24
Grade: A
Dec 8, 2018
Would take again

Dr. Towns gives you all the assignments upfront, so you will not be blind to what is expected. Follow her guidelines, and you will pass her class. She gives good feedback, and she gives extra credit. If you're on an Education pathway, I recommend taking Dr. Towns' class because she offers a lot of help, and she is an expert in Education.

Gives good feedback
Participation matters
Clear grading criteria
5.0
1.0
EDUCB24
Grade: A+
Apr 3, 2019
Would take again

This class was great and Professor Towns is amazing! Grading is just online quizzes, 4 easy journals, and a presentation. If you don't get an A in this class, drop out of college cause this class was so easy!

Gives good feedback
Clear grading criteria
Caring
4.0
2.0
CHDVB21
Grade: A
Apr 21, 2019
Would take again

Decent professor, responds to discussion in a single email addressed to everyone at the beginning. You need to do 4 experiments for each age group so if you do not have access to them it can be tough. Also you need to do a power point. Discussions are worth more than quizzes. Easy class if you do your work.

Lots of homework
Clear grading criteria
5.0
2.0
CHDVB21
Grade: A
Apr 23, 2019
Would take again

Her classes are very easy, i have taken her a few times and have done well in all of them. I learned alot in her classes, plus they are fun and enjoyable. The homework is manageable and gives just the right amount of it.

Clear grading criteria
Caring
EXTRA CREDIT
4.0
1.0
CHDVB21
Grade: A+
Jun 3, 2019
Would take again

Easiest class ever. I didnt even need to read, cause the quizzes were easy. The class was very interesting though and the experiments were cool. She is a nice professor and makes the class easy for you.

Get ready to read
Graded by few things
5.0
1.0
CHDV42
Jul 3, 2019
Would take again

I took her online 8-weeks summer class and it was an easy A! 3 chapters questions a week and a video discussion. 2 projects, no tests. Turn in your work on time and you will get an A.

Respected
Clear grading criteria
Caring
3.0
3.0
CHDVB21
Grade: B+
Jul 12, 2019
Would take again

She's a cool cat for the most part. She brings good energy and is open to her students. The only cons are: reading a chapter for homework each week + weekly quizes. Group projects are common so get ready. She tells a lot of stories and gives good examples as well as feedback.

Get ready to read
Skip class? You won't pass.
Group projects
5.0
1.0
CHDVB49
Grade: A+
Jul 17, 2019
Would take again

This is my second time taking a class with Professor Towns. Her class is easy as long as you keep up with the weekly assignments. At the end of each chapter you need to answers a few questions and do weekly discussions with the class. Easy PowerPoint presentation required. She responds fairly quickly to emails and she works with you if needed.

Gives good feedback
Get ready to read
Caring
4.0
3.0
CHDV42
Grade: A
Nov 11, 2019
Would take again

I have taken her other classes before, this one had the most work to do and more papers to do as well. She is very kind and gives plenty of time to finish, I do not remember having to take any tests

Gives good feedback
Lots of homework
Get ready to read
4.0
3.0
CHDVB21
Dec 13, 2019
Would take again

She had a great personality, I looked forward to her class every morning. All quizzes and final is online and you are able to use the book for everything which was great. She has a lot of stories that really show that she is passionate about her work and she understands the information shes giving, from personal experience and from the book.

Skip class? You won't pass.
Participation matters
Caring
5.0
2.0
CHDVB21
May 12, 2020
Would take again

I took this class online in the fall there are discussions every week but very Informative and interesting , one huge Portfolio due thats worth 100 points so dont slack on that ! Other then that pretty easy interesting class.

Get ready to read
Participation matters
Amazing lectures
5.0
2.0
CHDVB21
Grade: A
Jun 1, 2020
Would take again

Probably the sweetest professor I have ever encountered. She cares so much about all of her students and is very understanding if you talk with her one on one. The work isnt overwhelming but you still learn. Lectures didnt feel like lectures because she was so funny and asked questions about our lives to connect things to. Take her class!

Participation matters
Group projects
Hilarious
5.0
1.0
CHDV42
Grade: A-
Jul 21, 2020
Would take again

I took two other classes this summer and i hardly worried about this one. no textbook she provides all the reading materials. had three big projects, Interview, resource booklet, and portfolio assignment, everything else was discussions, quizzes for each module with only 4 questions each. very easy A guys truly! im taking her again!

Respected
Participation matters
4.0
1.0
CHDVB42
Grade: A
Jul 27, 2020
Would take again

Very easy online class. A book was not required as she provided the reading materials. Quizzes were very easy. Would recommend her online class.

Get ready to read
Graded by few things
5.0
3.0
CHDVB21
Sep 23, 2020
Would take again

Love Dr. Towns, shes clear, funny and makes learning fun. She provides her textbook for this course via word doc.

Clear grading criteria
Hilarious
Participation matters
5.0
1.0
CHDVB42
Grade: Not sure yet
Sep 30, 2020
Would take again

Shes nice and knows what shes doing. She doesnt record zoom meetings so youll have to take notes or have a good memory. After a while we had class once a week because zoom had problems so it got a little frustrating but it was fine. Work with classmates or attend office hours if you need help.

Gives good feedback
Respected
Accessible outside class
2.0
4.0
CHDVB21
Nov 17, 2020
Wouldn't take again

seemed like an easy class. There are multiple experiments that are graded hard. assignments were not explain thoroughly. Office hrs minimal and when communication over canvas Was horrible. I received very short answers and was made to feel like my questions were stupid. upside- text book was provided.

Tough grader
2.0
1.0
CHDVB36
Grade: A
Feb 15, 2021
Wouldn't take again

She is impossible to talk to. If you stay after class to ask her questions she seems bothered. She never answers your emails or messages through canvas. She does not give clear instructions on her projects or she will say one thing and instructions will say another. Take someone else.

Get ready to read
Group projects
Beware of pop quizzes
4.0
3.0
B21
Grade: A
Mar 7, 2021
Would take again

Very simple and easy class to get an A, if you need clear lectures I wouldn't choose Dr. Towns since most of the classwork is based on lots of reading so that requires a lot of self discipline. However the assignments are very easy and very clear to understand and its very hard to NOT pass.

Respected
Get ready to read
Clear grading criteria
5.0
2.0
B36
Grade: A
Mar 13, 2021
Would take again

She a great teacher and I learned a lot In her class definitely recommend her.

Participation matters
Inspirational
Caring
2.0
1.0
CHDVB42
Mar 24, 2021
Wouldn't take again

The assignments were easy but the professors grammar needs work. She also is impossible to get ahold of, so not the most personable professor out there. I would recommend if you want an easy class without much stimulation, but if you're looking for a class that keeps you engaged I would not take this professor again.

5.0
2.0
CHDVB42
Grade: A
Apr 3, 2021
Would take again

Her class was very easy. Two big projects, but not too bad. Definitely learned a lot. VERY ORGANIZED!!

Respected
Get ready to read
5.0
4.0
CHDVB36
Grade: A+
Apr 16, 2021
Would take again

There is a ton of reading every week but she does discuss it in class. There are a lot of assignments but as long as you try and are gaining the concept. You'll be okay. Attendance is mandatory but she made every class fun.

Get ready to read
Participation matters
Clear grading criteria
1.0
1.0
B21
May 10, 2021
Wouldn't take again

If you have questions about projects, forget about emailing her. Since the beginning of the semester she's been impossible to get a hold of. I sent her several emails and within the last few months, there has been no reply, not one. I agree with another comment on here that her grammar is also horrible and she's terrible at explaining assignments.

5.0
2.0
CHDVB21
Grade: A+
May 11, 2021
Would take again

I absolutely loved her. Hope I can take more classes with her. Tests were easy and I could focus on comprehension of subjects and experiments. Loved loved loved her personality and office hours.

Gives good feedback
Participation matters
Caring
5.0
2.0
CHDVB21
Grade: A
Jun 15, 2021
Would take again

Her class was pretty easy. I took this class Spring 2021 online flexible. We had weekly readings, discussions or quizzes or even both. It was light work. Her finals were a little challenging, but its doable. I highly recommend Dr. Towns!

Respected
Get ready to read
4.0
3.0
B36
Grade: B
Mar 30, 2022
Would take again

I enjoyed being in this class and the professor was great. Overall, this class was easy and amazing.

Clear grading criteria
Gives good feedback
Graded by few things
5.0
3.0
B36
Grade: A+
Apr 2, 2022
Would take again

She is a wonderful Professor I took her in person class last semester, and it was great! I decided to try her online course just because I needed something more flexible this semester and it was great as well; she is very understanding and isn't a hard grader. Do all of your assignments and you will do great!

Participation matters
Clear grading criteria
Caring
5.0
4.0
CHDVB42
Apr 14, 2022
Would take again

So far have passed all her classes with an A . She gives great material course work! Ive learned so much from her. If you need help she has one on one zoom meetings or you can email her! Her big projects or finals depending on the class are graded harder than others so go step by step on the rubric as long as you go by the rubric youll be fine.

Get ready to read
EXTRA CREDIT
Participation matters
5.0
3.0
CHDVB36
Jun 8, 2022
Would take again

She is AWESOME! I recommend taking her class in person! Best teacher Ive had at BC.

Participation matters
Amazing lectures
Clear grading criteria
5.0
3.0
B36
Jul 7, 2022
Would take again

I have taken three classes with Dr. Towns; she has been great for all of them. I saw other reviews commenting on her grammar, and I believe she is more laid back than other professors. She isn't strict with her grading and is very flexible with assignments. She still has a passion for teaching and makes that evident in her class.

Participation matters
Group projects
Gives good feedback
5.0
1.0
CHDV42
Grade: A-
Sep 30, 2022
Would take again

Doctor Towns is great! I would recommend anyone to take her classes. I have taken three types with her so far, and both classes were great.

Clear grading criteria
Hilarious
Respected
5.0
3.0
B36
Grade: A+
May 9, 2023
Would take again

great professor

Participation matters
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5.0
1.0
B21
Grade: A+
Sep 18, 2023
Would take again

Amazing

Participation matters
Amazing lectures
Inspirational
1.0
3.0
CHDV12
Grade: B+
Dec 10, 2023

I would not recommend this teacher. Horrible grammar and does not reply to emails throughout the whole semester. Very unclear instructions and does not clarify on anything so you are left wondering what she wants. She is also a very tough grader. If this is the last option for a teacher, wait for the next semester.

Tough grader
5.0
5.0
CHDVB42
Grade: C
Feb 19, 2024

This teacher didn't like me at all, she told me my assignments weren't good enough for her but other students work was good for her. don't take her

4.0
2.0
CHD22
Grade: B+
May 8, 2024
Would take again

Dr. Towns was a great professor. She explained all the assignments very clearly. She is a tough grader (in a good way). A lot of writing and hands-on but that's expected for this class. There were some issues on my end for a couple of the assignments assigned but it was out of my hands and not her fault. Overall highly recommended. Good luck!

Tough grader
Get ready to read
Participation matters
2.0
3.0
CHDVB22
Grade: Not sure yet
Oct 22, 2024

Very unclear instructions on very important assignment and does not clarify on anything so you are left wondering what she wants. when you email her to ask for help she either tell you to check the assignment again or waits til it's almost due to respond to you. Oh and she takes forever to grade the assignments at the end of the semester!

Get ready to read
Participation matters
Clear grading criteria
4.0
1.0
CHDVB42
Grade: A
Nov 6, 2024
Would take again

I took her online class and she is very nice. She is a bit of a tough grader but for the most part her class is not difficult and she gives great lectures. Her instructions are very self explanatory and there is not excessive reading that needs to be done in her class. I would recommend this class and this teacher to others !

Participation matters
Amazing lectures
Inspirational
5.0
1.0
CHD22
Grade: A
Nov 14, 2024
Would take again

She was a very kind professor. Her assignments were not hard, and the instructions were clear. Her classes do require a lot of attention, she does a lot of engaging activities, but she always offers extra credit. Her lectures were always interesting, and she always made sure her class understood a concept before moving on.

5.0
2.0
B21
Grade: B+
Nov 14, 2024
Would take again

This teacher was amazing! Definitely one of my favorites, I would 1000% recommend you take her class. It's really easy to pass and she offers lot of extra credit.

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Group projects
Caring
4.0
1.0
CHDVB36
Nov 20, 2024

Shes a very nice teacher and its actually interesting listening to her lectures. Its a lot of participating so I'm shy and wouldn't take her again but besides that she's a great teacher.

Participation matters
Group projects
Caring
5.0
2.0
CHDVB42
Grade: A
Nov 24, 2024
Would take again

Dr. Towns' lectures were extremely interesting and engaging. A lot of class participation and partner work, but she made them all fun to participate in. She gave chances for extra credit every class. One large project - 10-15 min. presentation. Such an amazing professor and would take her again if I had the chance.

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Amazing lectures
Hilarious
5.0
3.0
B36
Grade: A
Feb 16, 2025
Would take again

Professor Towns is a laid-back and flexible instructor. While the class has some difficulty, her passion for teaching shines through. I found Unstuckstudy and the free textbook helpful for preparing for exams. Would recommend taking her class.

1.0
1.0
B36
Grade: A+
May 24, 2025

Not very understanding of life changing circumstances. Reached out and she gave me a super hard time. Don't take her class if you want to be belittled by her.

1.0
2.0
CHDVB22
Grade: A
Jun 2, 2025

In an online setting, it is extremely important to communicate thoroughly-- rest assured this professor will not do so. The class is fairly easy, but extremely confusing due to poor instruction and unclear emails that don't exceed 5 words. Should you take this class? To quote the longest email I received from her, "no".

Tough grader
3.0
2.0
CHDVB36
Grade: A+
Jun 10, 2025
Would take again

I took Dr. Towns' course during the summer, so I couldn't see how she lectures. She's not a hard grader, and she gives extra credit. You have one project to do; the rest is discussions and quizzes. She gives you the textbook chapters. If you have taken a child development class before, this course will review what you've already learned.

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Attendance Mandatory

88%

Textbook Required

6%

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