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PSY2012 - 5.0 rating“Very rude and not personable”
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Reviews (110)
extemely nice teacher.she is very helpful. Very slack on her grading. Doesn't grade her papers like an english teacher.definitely attend her class. A lot of material covered. Tons of definitions. great class
Dr. Smith is awesome. However, if tests and quizzes scare you, I would not advise taking this course. But, I loved her she was great, scatter brained at times, but she kept our interest.
great teacher. she if very lively and energetic. i took this over the summer so it was a lot to learn in a short time but she is great at explaining the material and giving you real examples. i would recommand her to anyone!
great prof...fun class
Unapproachable teacher in my opinion and tests are worded to confuse the student.
Shes a great teacher... very understand that life happens she'll go out of her way to help you! her tests are alittle hard but over all i loved taking the class with her.
Only had Dr.Smith for a few weeks until my transfer credits came in, but the other postings are accurate so far.She is extremely knowledgeable and keeps your attention on the topic.Vast examples of subject matter so students can relate the info to real life.Good teacher for sure.
Loved the class! Great Teacher and explains VERY well. Learned a lot in her class and everyone should take psych with her. If you attend class, take notes, and study you'll get an A.
Dr. Smith is extremely nice. She makes learning fun. Information is mainly relayed through powerpoints and interactive activties. She is the type of professor that will go the extra mile if she knows your truely interested and dedicated. I strongly recommend her and wish we had more teacher like her.
Wonderful teacher! She gives many examples and explains everything clearly. I highly suggest taking her class, psychology is a tough course but she goes slow and makes sure you understand the material.
she is the best psy teacher.
Dr. Smith is one of the best teachers I've evr had!! She has a great sense of humor and all of the tests are open notes and the answers to the tests are in the powerpoints. She is even my friend on facebook!lol
Excellent teacher! She explains the information perfectly. The lectures are covered mainly through powerpoints. Attendance is a must because alot of info is covered at once. Very slack on grading, not like a english teacher!!! Would reccomend to everyone.
I took her a few years back and I really enjoyed her.
She's a good teacher who makes an effort to help her students learn by providing stimulating examples and links to what the information means to us in our own lives, now. All the tests are multiple guess but you do have to read the text: pretty easy but not a total cinch. The single essay is very easy and she marks easy too. Take her.
She can make the dullest topic interesting!
Great class! She knows how to make lectures interesting, great personality! However, she reads off of power points and posts them online for you to have as well. So if you can study yourself from slides then you would be fine on tests without even attending class.
Dr. Smith is a great professor! She is so easy to talk to and her lectures are pretty interesting. She tries to keep you engaged the whole time. Tests are multiple choice, paper is so easy, and there is no final. Take Dr. Smith! She's great!!
Great teacher! Dr. Smith is funny and I learned alot in her class.
Shes awesome! Seriously. Teaches the subject and makes it interesting! Tests are average in difficulty and shes just rock solid good at teaching. I had to work a bit at my Fall 10 schedule just so I can have her again for DEP 1004! Highly recommendable!
I absolutely loved her! If I had to take Psychology all over again, I would not have to think twice in choosing her class again! Her presentations are clear and she can make the topics she discusses in class so relatable! Tests are a bit tricky but all you need is to study her powerpoints and sometimes the textbook. Take her class!(:
prepare 4: nap time, she likes to talk, used book to follow along and highlighted what i needed to study or what was important, uses attendence as a grade, u write a 2 page paper, easy, and take 3 tests, make sure u study cuz 1 bad grade can cause u to dro from and A to a B, this happened to me. good teacher.
Dr. Smith is so amazing, I had to come back and rate her even though I took her class back in 2010. I still remember most of the material learned from her class because she presented the material in a relatable and interesting manner. Great powerpoints and a great sense of humor, I highly recommend Dr. Smith to anyone
Never take her online during the summer time she is too anal about everything. Test are horriable! There are time for one hour, and you have to rush through. Does not work with you. I would not suggest her sorry.
Dr. Smith is the best professor I've ever had. She is fun, enthusiastic, and cares for her students. I loved her class so much. She made the class so interesting. She goes fast with her notes, but she makes sure you understand what you need to know. Just go to class and take notes and you will be golden.
One of the most helpful teachers at HCC. If you need ANYTHING she will help you. The class wasn't an easy A but if you studied the material she went over in class you should make an A. The essay also counts as a test grade and it is an easy A. There were 2 opportunities to earn 20 points extra credit towards bad test scores. Show up!!!
Great Prof!
Took her this spring and LOVED her. She is so great to her students and helpful. She wants to make sure everyone succeeds in her course. She offers extra credit for a grade booster. I printed her power points and took notes during class and passed with a high A. I highly recommend Mrs. Smith!!
Very nice, funny lady but lectures can be pretty boring at times. Tests aren't that hard as long as you study the powerpoints she puts online. She is understanding, willing to help you, and wants you to succeed. There's one easy paper and a couple extra credit opportunities. As long as you do your work and study, you should make an A.
She makes the class interesting and is very easy to talk to. Does not really use textbook but uses mainly PowerPoint. I highly recommend this teacher- she is one of the best teachers I have ever had
She was a great teacher! Her lectures are powerpoint based and her tests are extremely easy if you just study the power points a few times. 4 tests and 1 essay. No midterm or final. She keeps the class interested. Very little group work. I HIGHLY RECOMMEND HER
Dr. Smith is knowledgeable and genius!
If you plan on taking PSY 2012, take Dr. Smith. She is extremely intelligent and very nice. There are 4 test, one paper, and extra credit. All of her test are based off of her powerpoint lectures.
Excellent teacher. I wish I could have taken in person with Dr. Smith because I hear she's great at lectures, but she was still great online. The class is a lot of work, but worth it. Dr. Beth is very intelligent and an honor to learn from!
Can be a bit cranky at times, but overall a great teacher. Lectures are easy to understand, theres lots of reading and if you read and study, you will pass her class. Her tests come straight out the book. Highly recommended teacher
I took professor smith online for psy 2012. She will make sure you learn the material. There is a discussion board every week 250 words, she grades the discussion board with a fine tooth comb.I did learn how to write better with her doing that. There is 3 exams worth 100 points and its times so you have to know your material. Overall great teacher
There are 4 tests and one paper in the course. The class isn't hard as long as you show up for the lectures and take notes. It's even easier if you read your book. It's required, but we've never actually used it in the class. Don't not buy it because of that though, because reading is important!
By far a great professor. She keeps her lectures lively and interesting. She seems to really care about her students and wants them to do well. The class is very straight forward it has 4 tests and a required paper. If you study then you'll pass without an issue. This is instructor responds to emails quickly,and is very approachable.
She is so good at what she does. Keeps you engaged the whole time. Thought it would be a boring subject, but not with her. Take her!!
At first I thought she was a great professor. After receiving feedback on discussions I changed my mind. Inconsistent feedback on post or feedback that seems to be from another students paper. Gave an extension due to documented personal family matters but then went back on the extension.
Beth is a the worst teacher ever.
Dr. Smith is a great teacher. If you just study the PowerPoints youll pass, if you want a good grade I would advise the book also. If you study you will be fine. Would defiantly take again.
She has lecture slides for the class online, I would recommend using them if you are a slow writer because she goes fast. The only thing I did not like was she had a higher pitched voice and it was annoying at times otherwise she is really nice. It's four tests and optional extra credit final and two papers for the grade.
I took Professor Smith online, her class was an easy A! You just have to read, and do your homework. There is a lot of homework, but easy if you study and read. 6-week course and I'm really glad that I took it. Each week there is two chapters to finish, few short essays and discussion boards. I would totally take her again.
I took Dr. Smith online, and she was great. There is homework, and you will have to read, but it is easy as long as you do the work. She was also very kind.
She was an amazing professor, great at explaining and really helpful when you ask for it. Very interesting and her lectures are anything but boring. You don't need the book for her Gen Psych class, but you MUST take notes on her power points and study if you wanna pass. Also, ace the Gordon Rule paper.. huge grade that leaves room for test mess ups
Love her! Very hands on with her students, really interesting lectures, she makes each concept relatable & applies it to real life situations. Funny too! She like student feedback, get ready to read before her lectures it helps a ton! Also bring the textbook to class it makes it easier to follow along during her lectures.
Very fun teacher. Took her online course. Interesting and engaging discussion boards. Easy grader. The course itself was long and I had to take a lot of notes, but that was for online. All her writing assignments were fun. Quizzes are kind of BS and require a lot of notes. Midterm was taken at testing center but she allowed for corrections after.
She knows how to teach. She is aware of the different learning styles and teaches her best for each style. Power points for the visual, Very engaging for the audio, and gives remember able examples for the hands on learners. She teaches the test in class but you should read the book or at least get the conceptmaps done. If you listen you cant flunk
She's great. She wants to help you get a better grade. Psychology is not easy but she makes it fun and excited with discussions etc. she has two exams. One on campus and one online. Both very duable. She's so sweet and responds to your email within 24 hours usually. I would take her again if she offered anything else I needed.
Dr. Smith is an amazing psychology teacher, especially for beginners. She makes the material clear and wants to make sure you succeeed
Mrs. Smith is such an amazing teacher, she really relates with her students, she'll make jokes during her lectures, which are located on Canvas. She moves somewhat fast during her lectures but the colored slides are what you really need to know for a test, which your study guide is your notes, so write/type them clear and complete to study.
Dr. Smith was awesome to have for Honors Developmental Psychology. She assigns four tests, a long paper, a group project, and several small assignments, so make sure you're ready to work. She's extremely helpful if you have any questions. She's quite funny, so you'll never be bored. A very interesting and informative class.
The best professor I've had so far! She is very helpful and wants you to succeed! I encourage you to print out the test review sheets if they are available to you and study everything on it because it will help you out on the tests. Also, take good notes.
i loved her as a professor! homework was easy, and she's really understanding. she truly wants you to pass. the lectures were always interesting/fun and students also participated in speaking. test can be hard if you don't study, but she's my favorite professor so far! such a good teacher!
She is a great person all around. She really wants you to excel in life and will try to help you in any way she can whether with school or personal related matters. Her powerpoints pretty much cover everything you need to know for the test. Still would recommend the book as you'll need it for an essay (which is mandatory). HW assignments are easy.
heavy on lecture take notes and stay attentive and the class is easy no surprises
Professor Smith is pretty awesome. I took her online. Extra credit every week. Follow the syllabus and you'll be good to go. There is one proctored test but you get to choose your campus. Other than that it's a pretty easy class or it was for me. I enjoyed learning about psychology.
Her criteria was very vague many times throughout the course. When asking for more elaborate advice, she seemed to have attitude. The midterm was taken in the course and was proctored although that was never stated so DONT have anything on around or you will fail the midterm. Wouldnt recommend due to lack of useful communication.
Was a great teacher. Good at explaining lectures as well as easy test. She was very helpful and cared if you passed. Definitely would recommend her for PHY 2012.
I didnt understand the concept maps so I went to her office a lot to ask about it since concept maps didnt help me understand the topics but those were the only assignments for a grade. Every time I went to her office she would roll her eyes and get mad that I kept coming to her office for help. Very rude and not personable.
Free e-textbook, a lot of online resources. Course was easy to navigate, assignments well explained, didn't take points off for a late discussion submission, offers extra credit. Tests felt difficult, but I did okay. Homework offers several attempts and no/few time limits to complete once you begin in Canvas.
By far - MY FAVORITE teacher of all time. It was not an easy A. But it was very worth taking her class. Her lectures were amazing - very interesting. Powerpoint slides were EXACTLY what she would test on - so pay attention! Caring. REAL. Down to earth. Firm. Takes no mess. Great sense of humor. Hates when people are late. Great communicator. Super!
Very caring and respectable professor. Always is very intentional with her lectures, and asks the class lots of questions to get them engaged. Generally cares about her students and loves feedback. Tests are simple if you study the material, and she is always willing to explain a question you don't understand. Loved taking her class!!
Dr. Smith is an incredible professor! She is caring and genuinely wants her students to do well. It's a textbook-heavy course but she has powerpoints and is very specific about what she wants you to remember. Lectures are so interesting. I would take this class again any day
Wouldn't have thought that I'd do a rate but after this amazing professor sought to see me pass her class I just could not end this semester without giving her the credit she deserves. She grades for attendance but if you can't make it she understands and also is very forgiving when it comes to late work.
Online class. Free ebook. Discussion due every other week but easy. You had small quizes due sunday, were very easy and have 3 attempts so easy A. There were 3 exams with 2 attempts that were not too bad. The final is through proctorU and only 1 attempt given. This was the hardest part of the class but I got a B and passed class with A. Some EC
Great teacher! She make her lectures interesting.
Class isnt bad, but isnt the most understanding teacher ive had in the past. Attendance is mandatory if you want points to help boost your grade in the end. Each test is given after 4 chapters; she always puts more than 100 things to study on the study guide always have 50 on the test. The book is free but a lot to read (just watch crash course)
One of the best professors Ive had so far. Shes so understanding of her students, providing soft due dates that accommodated to every students needs. She understands that college is tough, and she also made her class fun and worth while. Such an amazing professor, that I am looking forward to take another class with her again. 1000/10 reccomend
She was funny and highlights what will be on test she had planned out her lecture cane prepared and gives you group projects and games to help you not be so bored in her class
Professor Smith's lectures always kept me awake. Very interactive with her lectures which keeps you interested and makes you want to participate. Get ready to write. When we learned a topic in class we would have to take a mini quiz online after every chapter. There are 4 major tests and the final is mandatory. If I could I would take her again.
In terms of her teaching style; She's heavily involved. Typically taking time to send 2-3 emails as reminders for discussions and assignments. She seems to care about your grade and is engaged with her students In terms of the test/quiz material: It's HEAVILY weighted upon concepts versus memorization, which can be problematic for some students.
Dr. Smith is fantastic, I've never had a professor have so much energy and give such amazing lectures. She does a great job keeping you engaged in the subject and gives you the opportunity to learn all the concepts in the class in a fun way.
Professor Smith is amazing! She makes you work for your grade, but has a lot of easy assignments to help you boost your grade. READ THE ONLINE BOOK AND YOUR NOTES! Always go to class, you'll never know when she'll give extra credit.
Everything you need to know is on the power points or the online book. She gives study guides. I can see how someone that doesnt have any previous knowledge of psychology might struggle, but her class is definitely doable. She's professional but very funny. She's also really observant. Her lectures kept me engaged and I cant wait to take her again.
There are lots of notes to take and study up on, but Prof Beth Smith makes it relatable and interesting. Tests are decently easy if you really take notes and study them some. Is a Gordon Rule class too. Great class if you put in the effort. Prof was SO NICE AND FUNNY! She works with you to make sure you can do your best.
Dr Smith is consistent and supportive. She encourages her students to establish their independence in the class, but does not hesitate to provide a guiding hand if you're not understanding something. She wants you to participate 100% and encourages creativity in writing and applying the information from the text.
She is so awesome! She's funny and really caring. You have to pay attention but she makes it easy to pay attention so it's not hard at all.
Don't take her online class. It honestly seems like she is making this up as she goes. I would begin an assignment and get a notification on my phone that the assignment was changed in canvas- refresh the page and there were more questions. This was a day before it was due. She was constantly changing things. She also doesn't post due dates ahead.
As a Psychology major and a junior in college I've taken over 60 hours worth of college courses.I say this for background. I have referenced the material I learned in Dr. Smiths class more times than I can count. The free text's been a blessing. She is rigorous when compared to other lower division courses but, YOU'LL LEARN!!
While this class ended up not really that interesting, Dr. Smith did a great job making an online class interactive to the individual. There are some discussions but the main point that I liked was she makes sure you understand the material.
This was my favorite class this semester! The lectures are very informative and the tests are easy as long as you study. I definitely recommend taking psychology with professor Smith.
By far one of my favorite teachers! Super informative, makes it relatable, test are a tad challenging but over all not impossible to pass.
Prof Smith was such a gem! (I had her FA/18) I actually understood the topics we discussed in class. Gordon rule class. The quizzes we took were based off of notes in class, you can see the notes online because she posts the powerpoint. Unit quizzes online and tests in class.
She is such a sweet lady and she really works with her students. She wants you to get an A. Took 2 different classes with her and she was great in both subjects.
Dr. Smith teaches with such enthusiasm, it's hard not to pay attention to her lectures. Easy class, she uses a free online book, and her classes are very well structured. We switched from in class to online and it was so seamless that you can tell she just knows what she's doing and is always prepared for her students. Couldn't ask for better!
Amazing professor! She is one of the nicest people I have ever met, very caring and adaptable.
Dr. Smith is really nice and caring for her students. Regarding this class, it is very easy if you do the work. It consists of weekly discussions which if you put effort into your discussion you get credit and may even receive extra credit points. There are also weekly quizzes regarding the textbook. It is a fun and interesting course.
she has tests that can easily be looked at on quizlet.
Shes amazing, online quizzes, no tests. Gives good feedback and very understanding and supportive. Shes great.
Dr Smith is a great Professor! She gives extra credit occasionally throughout the course and always is there to help if needed. Free textbook and Gordon Rule. Would definitely take again
I thought the class was good, but I was not a fan of the teacher. She told me not to come to class if I wouldn't cover up my face. So I reported her to the dean. I thought her move was VERY unprofessional, disrespectful, immature, and inappropriate. You don't have the right to threaten teenagers and try to make up rules just b/c you are a teacher.
Cant say she was too bad, but she wasnt the best. Shes also so tough in grading the assignments.
I absolutely adored this course. The assignments are fun! Each week you'll have a 25-question quiz (No time limit) and a short paper. Sometimes you'll have a discussion board to do, but she always puts the necessary materials right there on the assignment so it's super easy to follow along and complete. The textbook is a free online resource.
This is my second class with Doctor Smith. She is an amazing Professor who knows her subject matter very well plus she knows how to teach it. My course was online and/or in person. The tests were 100% online and they pulled heavily from the textbook. The textbook was free and available in PDF.
To the teenager who complained about having to wear a mask, grow up. Teachers CAN make up the rules when it comes to the safety of her and her students. When you get into the real world, you are going to have to follow rules even if you don't like it. Show some respect or don't go to college at all.
Absolutely fantastic. I have recommended this professor to all of my friends who are either interested in psychology, or simply need the course for a requirement. I am genuinely ashamed because I only received a B in the class due to absences and missing work, but this professor gives great feedback on work completled and is super helpful. 10/10
12/10 professor. She is super kind and understanding and will do everything within her capacity to make sure you pass the class. Her lectures were so interesting and so well written. I only wish she taught other classes so I could take them. Just make sure you read the textbook (free online) or take good notes and you're good to go!
There is a lot of homework. Each week a short assignment with either a written one or a discussion. Additionally, if it's a discussion week, you'll be expected to submit your initial response by Wednesday and respond to peers on two separate days between Thursday and Sunday. Papers are graded hard, which is a little harsh for a psychology class.
She give good average lecture but continuously forgot to explain assignment and I guess that she expected to us to know it all even though her direction were not clear.
I do not want anybody to think she is a poor professor, however... she took unnecessary points off for picky things or unclear instruction. Even if you were able to fix it, she would find something else to say. She is involved with the class and has engaging activities but she has a passive aggressive tone if you didn't say exactly what she wanted.
Amazing Professor! Her classes and actually interesting and you learn a lot, all the online quizzes and activities are really easy, there are are written assignments that are also not really difficult, literally follow the rubric in her assignments and you will never have a problem, no final exam too, easy A if you care about the class.
She was very nice and caring. There was quite a bit to read in the textbook. The discussion boards were a bit long at times but the days of when the initial post is to be done and then the replies to others are spread out which for some might be nice but others not as much. Some of the assignments were quite fun.
I absolutly loved having her as a professor as long and you were present, participated, and did all your work it was impossible to fail her class she was willing to work with students and very understanding. She was such a genuine person I would definitely take one of her classes again.
Shes fine and nice and will communicate with you. She is very nit-picky and if you fix the problem she will likely find something else. Attendance is mandatory and class time instruction is boring and she always wants you to do some type of group activity. She basically yaps the whole class. Youll have a writing assignment almost every week.
Professor Smith is an engaging and understanding instructor. The class had a good mix of textbook and interactive activities. While the grading was at times particular, overall it was a rewarding experience. I found unstuck AI to be a helpful supplement for study prep.
Amazing teacher
She's an okay teacher. She does too much with projects and sometimes she can be a bit rude if you're trying to even be nice to her when she's mad about a mistake you do even after apologizing.
Guys....Chef's kiss. ABSOLUTE. best teacher I have ever had. Most assessments are online and Quizlet friendly. Her lectures are very informative. She is the kindest! Very easy class definitely take this one!
Class Info
Online Classes
100%
Attendance Mandatory
85%
Textbook Required
38%
Grade Predictor
Your expected effort level
Predicted Grade
A-
Grade Distribution
Common Tags
Rating Trend
Declining
-0.49 avg changeRatings by Course
60083
5.0
(1)PSYPSY
5.0
(1)PSY1102
5.0
(4)SYG2012
5.0
(1)PSY2400
5.0
(1)Difficulty by Course
PSY1212
5.0
PSY1004
4.0
DEP1004H
4.0
PSY1600
3.0
CLP2140
3.0