4.7

Brittany Kraft

Biology - Florida State University

4.7
Quality
2.8
Difficulty
92%
Would Retake
193
Reviews
4.7
Quality
2.8
Difficulty
4.7
Helpful
4.7
Clarity

92%

Would Retake

193

Reviews

Rating Distribution
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What Students Say

Really she is the best professor for Biology for non- majors

BSCL2011 - 5.0 rating

Kraft is an exceptional professor

BSC1005 - 5.0 rating
Class Info

Online Classes

100%

Attendance Mandatory

48%

Textbook Required

5%

Grade Predictor

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Predicted Grade

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Based on 152 grades
Most common grades:
A (89)
A+ (19)
A- (18)
Grade Distribution
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Based on 162 reported grades
A: 89
A+: 19
A-: 18
B+: 14
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Caring (90)
Amazing lectures (65)
EXTRA CREDIT (45)
Clear grading criteria (40)
Accessible outside class (31)
Respected (31)
Lecture heavy (31)
Amazing lectures (29)
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BSCLAB

5.0

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BSCL2011

5.0

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BSC10

5.0

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BSC04

5.0

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BSC2010

5.0

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ZOO3141L

5.0

BSCLAB

4.0

BSC05

4.0

PCB4674

4.0

BSCL2011

3.0

Reviews (193)
5.0
3.0
BSC2011
Dec 1, 2011

The class is pretty brutal, but she was an extremely helpful TA. She was interesting to listen to and seemed like she wanted us to do well in the class.

5.0
4.0
BSCLAB
Dec 1, 2011

Best TA, but the class itself is hard, a lot of memorizing, she makes it more enjoyable though

5.0
1.0
BSC2011
Dec 7, 2011

Great Professor! Dr. Kraft really knows how to stimulate a class to learn in a very demandingly rigorous field of academia. We were given the easiest weekly quizzes because of our well established foundation of the information in the class.

5.0
3.0
BSC2011
Dec 12, 2011

BIO2LAB!! the class is very hard! but Brittany is really helpful, tells you what you need to know and keeps it to the point.. she makes it more interesting too!

5.0
2.0
BSC2011
Nov 30, 2012

The class is pretty hard, but Brittany makes it as interesting as it can get. She plays music and has taught the class before so she knows what is going to be on the practical which is super helpful! She's pretty funny too. If you can take her you should!

5.0
4.0
BSCL2011
Nov 30, 2012

Brittany made this rigorous class enjoyable. She listened to student concerns & was always there to help in any way possible. She is great! She cares about the students and how they do in the course. She always attended office hours to answer any questions. She knows the material well which helps her teach it. Best TA in the bio. department

5.0
2.0
BSC10
Nov 30, 2012

She went to school with T-Pain, she knows wussup. Thank you Based God for putting me in Brittany's Class.

5.0
3.0
BSC2011
Nov 30, 2012

Brittany is the best lab TA I've ever had! She is so helpful and makes her quizzes very fair! Plus she's really sweet and bakes you cookies! Definitely recommend her :)

5.0
2.0
BSC2011
Nov 30, 2012

Brittany was by far the best TA I've had at FSU!! She is always helpful and keeps things fun and interesting. This class is very fast-paced but she makes the quizzes relative to the final which is a great practice! So happy I was in her section this semester!

5.0
4.0
BSC2011
Dec 2, 2012

Although the class is really hard it was actually my favorite and it was because of Brittany! She makes the class super interesting and is super helpful. She's always there to help during office hours and unlike other TA's makes a power point for each lab. She's also been a TA before so she's very knowledgable on practicals. Best TA I've had!

5.0
3.0
BSC2011
Dec 3, 2012

This is a very demanding class itself. You have to be very disciplined and study each week so you don't fall behind. Brittany makes this lab possible! She is very friendly and very easy to get in contact with, whether it is responding to emails or her office hours. Her quizzes are similar to the practicals which help prepare yourself. She's GREAT!

5.0
3.0
BSC2011
Dec 8, 2012

She is the best. Her quizzes are tough but she prepares you for the lab practicals. She's funny and passionate and it makes the class more enjoyable. The class itself is difficult but Brittany does her best to help you out. I would recommend her to anyone. I would take anyone class she teaches.

5.0
2.0
BSC04
Dec 8, 2012

Brittany is always available for clarification outside of class and takes pride in helping students understand the difficult subject material. If you get her as a TA, you definitely won't regret staying in her section.

4.0
4.0
BSC05
Dec 17, 2012

Brittany is so sweet funny and tries very hard to help her students understand the material. she is easy going and will prepare you for the practicals!

5.0
1.0
BSC2010
Jul 17, 2014

Had Brittany as a TA over at TCC, very helpful, knowledgeable, and willing to work with students. She is very passionate about teaching and keeps the class interesting. Pretty cute too :-)

5.0
1.0
BSCL2011
Grade: A
Jul 19, 2017
Would take again

Really she is the best professor for Biology for non- majors. It's easy and she works with everyone. A kind soul and I'm happy I took her class

Participation matters
Clear grading criteria
Caring
5.0
3.0
BSC1005
Grade: A
Dec 9, 2017
Would take again

Dr. Kraft is an exceptional professor. She is the head professor that organizes BSC 1005 but there are 4 other professors who teach the course. She is a really caring professor and truly cares about her students. I really enjoyed taking this class this semester and would totally recommend it. The class is definitely manageable!

ACCESSIBLE OUTSIDE CLASS
Clear grading criteria
Caring
5.0
1.0
BSC1005
Grade: A
Apr 24, 2018
Would take again

BSC1005 defines what a good introductory class should be like. Dr. Kraft makes the classes very tolerable, being early in the morning. She is very sweet, and tries making the material as easy to understand as possible, which is what any good professor should do.

Clear grading criteria
Caring
LECTURE HEAVY
3.0
2.0
BSC1005
Grade: A+
May 6, 2018
Wouldn't take again

The course isn't only by prof. Kraft but she's over it. The class is fairly easy. You need an 88 for an A, and there's no scale. There four unit test and four unit assignments. There are two extra credit opportunities and you can get extra credit through iclicker points, and also two attempts on each test and usually always a test curve.

Clear grading criteria
GRADED BY FEW THINGS
EXTRA CREDIT
5.0
3.0
BSC2011
Grade: A
Aug 10, 2018
Would take again

Dr. Kraft was amazing! Definitely go to office hours with questions if you can, she is very helpful. Lectures are good, must go to class to get clicker points. Would definitely take from her again! Her study guides are very helpful.

Skip class? You won't pass.
ACCESSIBLE OUTSIDE CLASS
Caring
5.0
2.0
BSC1005
Grade: A
Nov 12, 2018
Would take again

Dr. Kraft taught the first unit of this course and she was amazing! Her lectures were interesting, the textbooks (there are 4) are written by each professor that teaches each unit. You will need an iClicker for the class, which will give you extra credit points. You get 2 attempts for every exam and there is one assignment and one quiz per unit.

Amazing lectures
EXTRA CREDIT
1.0
3.0
BSC1005L
Grade: B+
Dec 14, 2018
Wouldn't take again

I had valencia for BSC1005 lab. She grades the hardest out of all TA's take any other TA if you can she takes it waayyyyy to seriously.

5.0
2.0
BSC1005
Grade: A
Dec 28, 2018
Would take again

Dr. Kraft is so nice. You can tell she loves what she does. The class is for nonmajors and she got me interested in the subject. Lots of extra credit. Read the textbook or show up to class and you will pass.

ACCESSIBLE OUTSIDE CLASS
Caring
EXTRA CREDIT
5.0
2.0
BSC1005
Grade: A+
Feb 6, 2019
Would take again

This class was super easy! Show up every class and get a point of extra credit. it all helps at the end of the semester. as long as you read the textbooks/quizlets before the exams you should be fine!

5.0
2.0
BSCL1005
Grade: A
Apr 15, 2019
Would take again

I hate science but this lab was super easy and honestly wasn't bad at all. Attendance is absolutely mandatory, but it's only once a week so it's not terrible. The labs are super easy and as long as you sort of try and do all the connecting concepts and lab manual stuff I don't know how you wouldn't pass. My TA was great btw

Skip class? You won't pass.
Clear grading criteria
5.0
3.0
BSC2011
Grade: A
Jul 20, 2019
Would take again

Dr. Kraft is the best professor I've ever had at FSU! Bio can get a little boring but she tries to make the class as fun and interesting as possible. Her tests & quizzes were accurate representations of what was taught in class. All you have to do to study is read the slides and do the practice problems she gives out. I 100% recommend her!

Gives good feedback
Amazing lectures
Caring
5.0
3.0
BSC2011
Grade: A
Jul 25, 2019
Would take again

Dr Kraft is an amazing professor. She's young and quirky and keeps the class entertaining. If you have the chance you should definitely take her!

Gives good feedback
Accessible outside class
Inspirational
5.0
4.0
BSC2011
Grade: A
Jul 29, 2019
Would take again

I hated Bio 1, I took it with the worst teacher (Fajer) and it made me feel discouraged about Biology. Taking Bio 2 with Kraft, she gave me a new perspective and a new love for Biology. I love love LOVE her and I enjoyed every single class. I have truly learned so much. You will not be disappointed :)

Participation matters
Hilarious
Amazing lectures
5.0
1.0
BSC2011
Grade: B
Jul 30, 2019
Would take again

Dr. Kraft is amazing. You can truly tell that she loves what she teaches. Love how personable she is. She always makes class interesting. Go to class and you will do well. TAKE HER IF YOU HAVE THE OPTION!

Participation matters
Clear grading criteria
Caring
5.0
3.0
BSC2011
Grade: A
Jul 31, 2019
Would take again

Amazing. One of my favorite professors in all of fsu! She really wants students to learn, and do well. I loved her. TAKE!!!

5.0
1.0
BSC2011
Grade: A
Aug 1, 2019
Would take again

Dr. Kraft is by far one of the best teachers I've had at FSU. Attendance is not mandatory, but there are group assignments and iclicker questions... So I would recommend showing up. She makes her classes funny and tries to make the subject interesting. There was a textbook, but if you studied from her slides you will be fine! Her tests are easy!

Respected
Inspirational
Caring
5.0
3.0
BSC2011
Aug 2, 2019
Would take again

Kraft is very nice. I wish she put up the averages of every assignment on canvas and the overall grade. One of the best teachers I've had. Make sure to go to class, attendance is not mandatory but there's iclicker questions every class.

5.0
1.0
BSC1005
Grade: A
Sep 24, 2019
Would take again

I though that Dr. Kraft was a great professor. You can tell that she really wants her students to do well, and she tries to make the subject matter interesting (and does pretty well!). Attendance isn't really mandatory but there are extra credit i-clicker questions every class that can help out your grade. Would definitely take her class again!

Participation matters
Clear grading criteria
Caring
5.0
1.0
BSC1005
Grade: A
Sep 30, 2019
Wouldn't take again

Dr. Kraft's Animal Behavior unit was pretty interesting, and she makes it fun. The subject material itself is extremely basic, and I personally didn't learn very much in it, but the class is meant to be easy. Each unit has a notebook that mirrors all of the lectures, and attendance is not taken, so the only benefit to going to class is iClicker poi

Respected
Accessible outside class
Amazing lectures
5.0
2.0
BSC2010
Grade: A
Nov 3, 2019
Would take again

Dr. Kraft has a great teaching style that makes lecture interesting. She clearly wants her students to do well and has a lot of passion for her subject. One of the best professors I've had at FSU. Easy(ish) material and class. Attendance isn't mandatory, but offers iClicker points for extra credit.

Respected
Inspirational
Caring
5.0
2.0
BSC1005
Grade: A
Jan 9, 2020
Would take again

I loved this class. She was very dorky and funny. Many opportunities for extra credit!!!! For all the exams you get two attempts to score high. Attendance is extra credit, she used iclicker questions.

Amazing lectures
Lecture heavy
EXTRA CREDIT
5.0
3.0
BSC2011
Grade: Not sure yet
Mar 9, 2020
Would take again

She's a great professor and she knows what she's talking about. You have to go to class or you will not understand anything that is going on. She uses iclickers everyday so showing up and participation is important. The course work is not the easiest but she tries to make it easy for you to understand!

Gives good feedback
Participation matters
Skip class? You won't pass.
5.0
4.0
BSC1005
Grade: A+
Mar 10, 2020
Would take again

Loved Professor Kraft. She was never boring and has been one of the sweetest most caring teachers I have ever had. Go to her lectures (even though they aren't mandatory) because she gives out some test questions and helpful additional notes. Her tests were short, plenty of time given, a little wordy, but got A's on all. Best for bio non-major!!!

Respected
Graded by few things
Caring
1.0
3.0
BSC2011
Grade: B-
Apr 27, 2020
Wouldn't take again

The least accommodating professor I've ever had, especially with all this covid stuff. While she is nice in class, she is an unforgiving grader and has little sympathy for students who have life interfere with class work. Her lectures are hard to follow and its easy to be left behind.

Tough grader
2.0
4.0
BSC2011
Grade: Not sure yet
Apr 27, 2020
Wouldn't take again

One of the least helpful teachers I've had during covid transition. She is harsh on deadlines and does not care if you have other obligations before her class. Her teaching style is just reading powerpoints and does not curve any exams or the class.

Test heavy
Lecture heavy
Tough grader
3.0
3.0
BSC2011
Grade: A
Apr 28, 2020
Wouldn't take again

There is at least three assignments per week for this class which is really annoying because we all have other things going on. Also, it is super hard to get ahold of the professor and her LAs are unresponsive and half of the time do not even know how to explain the problems/course material. She is very nice but I would not take this class again.

Lots of homework
Participation matters
Skip class? You won't pass.
5.0
3.0
BSC2011
Grade: B+
Apr 29, 2020
Would take again

Dr Kraft is the BEST science teacher that I have had so far at FSU! Her lectures are interesting and I actually didn't mind doing the iClicker questions because they helped me learn. Come to class because there are "In Class Assignments" that if you miss w/o excuse can drop your grade fast. For tests just go over powerpoints and know the concepts

Skip class? You won't pass.
Amazing lectures
Caring
5.0
4.0
BSC2011
Grade: A
Apr 29, 2020
Would take again

tough tests, but she is an amazing person. very clearly cares about her students, and she is excited to teach every day. i would have gotten a B if it weren't for her extra credit,, she used iClicker and there's also an extra assignment. absolutely love her, one of the best teachers i've ever had

Gives good feedback
Amazing lectures
EXTRA CREDIT
3.0
4.0
BSC2011
Grade: A-
May 4, 2020
Would take again

Dr. Kraft is easily one of the nicest professors at FSU. She's quirky and fun. Her class is mandatory for iclicker points (you can miss a few though). If you do the work you can get an A, but she will NOT round your grade whatsoever or do curves. I was .05% from an A and she wouldn't round me up. She is the best bio 2 professor at FSU hands down.

Gives good feedback
Participation matters
Lecture heavy
4.0
4.0
BSC2011
Grade: A-
May 5, 2020
Wouldn't take again

grades exams and in class assignments very hard. shes a nice person but is not accommodating at all. its so hard to get an A in the class unless you do very well on the exams which are made up of very tricky questions and if u do the hard (only 1 opportunity) EC assignment. i wouldnt take her again because there was alwaysss something due.

Respected
Group projects
Tough grader
3.0
4.0
BSC2011
Grade: A-
May 5, 2020
Wouldn't take again

There is always a quiz, exam, or in class assignment to do. feels like you never get a break regardless of other classes. class did get easier when it went remote, only because nothing was proctored, but it was still hard to raise grade. shes very quirky, and fast paced if thats how you learn best.

5.0
4.0
BSC2011
Grade: A+
May 5, 2020
Would take again

Great, caring professor. Uploads her powerpoints to canvas and makes study guides. iClicker questions for credit, doesn't matter if you get them right. Overall a very good teacher.

Accessible outside class
Amazing lectures
Caring
5.0
3.0
BSC2011
Grade: A-
May 6, 2020
Would take again

Kraft is absolutely amazing. She cares about every single student and always makes that clear. Her lectures are easy to follow and she provides print out notes you can fill in as you follow along. Plenty of assignments to make up for exam grades. Exams can get tough but if you use the print out notes you'll do fine. I wish I could have her again.

Accessible outside class
Inspirational
Caring
5.0
4.0
BSC2011
Grade: A-
May 6, 2020
Would take again

don't expect an easy A at all in this class and don't expect a lot of curving but there is an extra credit opportunity. The exams/quizzes are concept-based are be tricky if you do not study well in advance. The powerpoints are accessible and are extremely helpful to study from.

Test heavy
Amazing lectures
Caring
4.0
3.0
BSC2011
May 7, 2020
Would take again

This class is not super hard if you always attend class and you study frequently. If not you could be in trouble because her quiz and test questions can get very tricky. She is very caring though and gives ever class her all with a lot of energy. Be prepared for an in-class assignment, a quiz, or a test nearly every class or every other class

Lecture heavy
Caring
5.0
4.0
BSC2011
Grade: A
May 9, 2020
Would take again

Dr. Kraft really cares about her students and tries to help you during her office hours. She also gives you everything you need to know in the lecture slides, although try to go to recitation as she reviews problems that are almost always on the unit test. No need for a textbook.

Accessible outside class
Lecture heavy
EXTRA CREDIT
5.0
4.0
BSC2011
Grade: A
May 9, 2020
Would take again

Dr. Kraft's classes was definitely not easy but she made the material easy to understand and tries to incorporate examples with the topic she covers. If you are struggling, definitely go to office hours because her method to explain things makes sense and she has a very personal approach with her teaching. Her exams were difficult but doable.

Skip class? You won't pass.
Clear grading criteria
Amazing lectures
5.0
3.0
BSC2011
Grade: A
Aug 1, 2020
Would take again

Dr. Kraft is one of the most caring professors I've ever had at FSU. She really wants her students to be successful, and makes herself accessible outside of class. She often uses analogies to teach material, which I found to be very helpful. There was 1 extra credit assignment which a lot of people complained about, but I thought it wasn't too bad.

Gives good feedback
Accessible outside class
Caring
5.0
3.0
BSC2011
Grade: A
Aug 1, 2020
Would take again

You get what you give in this class, it took a lot of extra study time but it was so worth it. Dr. Kraft is a gem and she is always willing to work with you. STUDY THE PP, she doesn't round but her tests are built around the PP and lectures. It's definitely passable and you can definitely receive an A in this class:)

Test heavy
Lecture heavy
Caring
5.0
1.0
BSC1105
Grade: A
Aug 3, 2020
Would take again

She's just a good mom to all of her students. Even in a class of 900 she makes it feel incredibly intimate. She's a big dork but thats why we love her.

Hilarious
Caring
EXTRA CREDIT
5.0
4.0
BSC2011
Grade: A-
Oct 14, 2020
Would take again

Dr. Kraft is by far the best professor I've had at FSU. Her class has been my favorite class that I've taken so far. She is extremely knowledgeable about what she teaches and makes it interesting. Her tests are a little difficult but with effort they are very passable. The information I learned from her class still sticks with me even till now.

Respected
Amazing lectures
Caring
5.0
3.0
BSC2011
Nov 6, 2020
Would take again

Dr. Kraft is an amazing professor. She is the whole reason I changed my minor to bio, and she is just so nice to everyone. Her tests are really in depth so it's not just a vocab test. She is so sweet and is very entertaining during her lectures. She is always ready to help a student and cares about us genuinely.

Accessible outside class
Amazing lectures
Caring
5.0
4.0
BSC2011
Grade: A-
Nov 17, 2020
Would take again

Absolutely loved Dr. Kraft! Truly one of the best professors I've had. She is so sweet and caring and does a very good job in explaining complicated concepts. Her tests can sometimes be a bit hard but it's nothing that she didn't give resources for. Very accessible and willing to help students succeed. Would recommend!

Accessible outside class
Amazing lectures
Caring
5.0
2.0
BSC2011
Grade: A
Dec 1, 2020
Would take again

Super sweet professor! Her recorded lectures are entertaining. All exams were open note and only recitation was mandatory. Easily my favorite science professor at FSU.

4.0
4.0
BSC2011
Dec 2, 2020
Would take again

Lectures are posted twice a week (45 mins- 1 hour). It felt like this class was never ending and took up a lot of my time. The test are wordy and confusing which is frustrating because I would watch the lecture videos at least 2 times before exams. Overall, she is the sweetest prof and genuinely cares about her students which is why I would again

Lots of homework
Test heavy
Lecture heavy
5.0
4.0
BSC2011
Grade: Not sure yet
Dec 3, 2020
Would take again

I love Dr. Kraft! Be sure to do the study guides she posts, as that information is all that will be on the test. She's quirky and wonderful. She's accessible outside of class. I had her while classes are fully online and the class was significantly less painful than anticipated. Multiple choice can be tricky, AP bio practice quizzes were helpful.

Respected
Accessible outside class
Amazing lectures
5.0
4.0
BSC2011
Grade: B
Dec 4, 2020
Would take again

Kraft is amazing! What makes her class difficult is that the exams are conceptual, but if you study and actually watch her lecture material, you should have no problem. She provides plenty of help and supplemental resources so passing should not be an issue in her class.

Respected
Accessible outside class
Clear grading criteria
5.0
3.0
BSC2011
Grade: B
Dec 7, 2020
Would take again

Dr. Kraft is a great prof for this class. She teaches everything super clearly and gives lots of opportunities for questions . Even though it was remote this semester due to covid, I still feel as if I learned a lot. All it took to succeed was watching the lectures and doing the guided notes. Honestly 10/10 class.

Accessible outside class
Caring
EXTRA CREDIT
5.0
4.0
BSCL2011
Grade: Not sure yet
Dec 9, 2020
Would take again

This class was tough! The tests are very conceptual, but Kraft is a great teacher - she really cares about her students. Lots of study material and practice problems are provided to prepare for the tests too. Do not expect to slack though or you will not get the grade. Definitely not an easy A by any means, but it is for sure attainable.

Gives good feedback
Lots of homework
Amazing lectures
5.0
4.0
BSC2011
Grade: A
Dec 9, 2020
Would take again

Dr. Kraft was one of the best professors I've ever had! Her class is conceptual and you definitely have to put in the work to get a good grade, but she is flexible and offers lots of resources. She clearly really cares about her students and watching her lectures is more like watching a friend than a professor. If you can take her class DO IT!!!!

Skip class? You won't pass.
Test heavy
EXTRA CREDIT
4.0
3.0
BSC2011L
Grade: A
Dec 16, 2020
Would take again

This lab makes you write 2 scientific papers and depending on your TA they will either be gracious or really hard for no reason. Youre making me write my first ever scientific paper and then making me do a new one again. The quizzes are easy if you study the textbook, its easier if you take it with a friend to proof read your papers and quiz you.

Lots of homework
Participation matters
Tough grader
5.0
4.0
BSC2011
Grade: A-
Dec 30, 2020
Would take again

Literally the sweetest bio prof. I've ever had! She made every opportunity to be available to students online and had great communication. Was super understanding due to tech issues and covid stuff. I didn't even buy the textbook, all the info needed to pass was given in lectures, reviews, and study guides. Would definitely take her again!

Accessible outside class
Clear grading criteria
Lecture heavy
5.0
3.0
BSC2011
Grade: B+
Jan 5, 2021
Would take again

Shes one of the best professors I've ever had! Her class is conceptual so you definitely need to understand the concepts. She offers lots of resources outside class to help you succeed. She really cares about her students. She extremely cheerful and watching her recorded lectures online was fun. Recitation attendance is required. Open note test.

Accessible outside class
Amazing lectures
Caring
4.0
4.0
BSC2011
Grade: A-
Feb 17, 2021
Would take again

Very passionate prof! I took the class online/zoom because of COVID. Watch her lectures! The test online were open note, but very concept based, not just extracting facts from the notes. The lectures will make everything much easier to understand and go over things that are may not be mentioned in note packets. 1 Extra Credit opp., hard though.

Inspirational
Lecture heavy
Caring
5.0
3.0
BSC2011
Grade: A
Mar 3, 2021
Would take again

Dr. Kraft was one of my fav profs! She really cares about you and wants you to succeed! If you do all of the practice work and thoroughly understand everything you will get an A. She asks conceptual questions, not so much memorizing. I recommend using ACE tutoring and explaining concepts back to the tutors to make sure you understand.

Clear grading criteria
Amazing lectures
Caring
5.0
2.0
BSC2011
Grade: A
Mar 19, 2021
Would take again

Dr. Kraft was the best and super caring! She is an amazing teacher who clearly loves what she does and makes lectures super interesting 100% of the time! I would totally take this class again it was great and she made everything VERY easy to understand! If you take Bio2 be sure to get her as a teacher!

Accessible outside class
Clear grading criteria
Amazing lectures
3.0
4.0
BSC2011
Grade: B
Apr 8, 2021
Wouldn't take again

She is probably one of the nicest teachers I have ever met. She gives a lot of opportunities to get your grade up. Her tests are probably the worse part of this class. Her questions are so tricky that get to the point of confusion and you just get lost. Do not take her class if you do not have a solid foundation in evolution, genetics, or ecology.

Lots of homework
Skip class? You won't pass.
Test heavy
5.0
4.0
BSC2011
Apr 11, 2021
Would take again

Dr. Kraft cares SO much about her students. Shes sweet, lively, and funny.

Amazing lectures
Clear grading criteria
Caring
5.0
4.0
BSC2011
Grade: B-
Apr 12, 2021
Would take again

I absolutely loved Dr. Kraft, she is definitely the best professor to take for BSC2011. The tests were super difficult but she is always happy to help with anything and is so sweet and really wants us to succeed. You need to actually understand the information as the class is heavily conceptual.

Test heavy
Caring
EXTRA CREDIT
5.0
3.0
BSC2011
Grade: A
Apr 15, 2021
Would take again

Kraft is the most kind and caring professor I've had! She cares about the well-being of her students above anything. The material is somewhat difficult but she gives tons of resources to help you succeed. If you try hard you should have no problem doing well in the class. She's very passionate about biology which makes the course more enjoyable!

Gives good feedback
Respected
Inspirational
5.0
3.0
BSC2011
Grade: B
Apr 20, 2021
Would take again

Dr. Kraft is an amazing person and professor. The only reason why I got a B was due to my own issues. Dr. Kraft is caring, understanding, and super smart. She knows the stuff is hard and she lays it out in a way you can understand. I wish she taught upper-division!! Take her if you can :)

Respected
Inspirational
Amazing lectures
4.0
4.0
BSC2011
Grade: A+
Apr 21, 2021
Wouldn't take again

Even though I got an A, I will say she is a good professor for the most part. She knows her stuff. Exams are worded weirdly and it's extremely annoying. IDK how I passed with an A, but she makes you work for it. She is extremely lively like out of everyone I know. I'm not a lively person so I didn't feel a connection w/ her. Overall, a good teacher

Test heavy
Amazing lectures
Lecture heavy
5.0
3.0
BSC2011
Grade: A
Apr 22, 2021
Would take again

I learned so much from this class and Dr. Kraft is awesome. There were lots of resources for you to succeed. The tests are pretty conceptual though, but not too difficult if you take the class seriously.

Gives good feedback
Clear grading criteria
Amazing lectures
3.0
3.0
BSC2011
Grade: C+
Apr 28, 2021
Would take again

Nice professor, everything that were on the tests was on the powerpoints so there was no need to watch the videos. Tests were open note/book too, so you could use those to help (but no chegg or quizlet). She doesn't round grades though, even if you're super close to the borderline. Gives one extra credit assignment, but only worth 20 points.

Lots of homework
Get ready to read
Tough grader
5.0
3.0
BSC2011
Grade: A
Apr 29, 2021
Would take again

Im convinced shes the happiest person on Earth. I would die for Dr. Kraft. She really cares about her students and loves to teach so theres not much more you can ask for. You actually have to spend time learning the material, its not an easy A. Youll get out what you put in for this class. I truly learned how to study throughout the course.

Amazing lectures
Lecture heavy
EXTRA CREDIT
5.0
1.0
BSC2011
Grade: A
May 11, 2021
Would take again

Dr. Kraft was so nice. She was easily one of the best professors I had and truly cares about each of her students. Her class was extremely easy. I was able to watch the lecture videos right before the exam and get an A on the exam because she allows open notes. A lot of assignments and deadlines can catch you off guard however. Amazing professor.

Lots of homework
Caring
EXTRA CREDIT
5.0
3.0
BSC2011
Grade: A
Jun 3, 2021
Would take again

Dr. Kraft was such an amazing professor, I loved her so much. Please take her class, she makes her class very engaging and its not such a dreadful class. Even though the material is tough, the class is nice to go to. Her lectures were great but the exams are definitely tough.

Respected
Hilarious
Amazing lectures
5.0
4.0
BSC2011
Grade: A
Jul 16, 2021
Would take again

She is one of the best teachers I have ever had. Her class is not easy so she made it possible for everybody to do good and feel good about what we were learning. She is super flexible, kind, funny and honest so if you ever need to reach her she will be there. You will not pass this course if you do not put in the effort, but she is great

Accessible outside class
Caring
EXTRA CREDIT
5.0
3.0
BSC2011
Jul 16, 2021
Would take again

Dr. Kraft was an amazing teacher. Really recommend taking her course if you can. If you watch the lectures and study the learning objectives you can get an A in the course.

Respected
Accessible outside class
Caring
5.0
4.0
BSC2011
Jul 16, 2021
Would take again

Best bio teacher out there! She gave me back my passion for science, and reminded me why I am a bio major. Lots of grades, and most of them were easy or for participation. Tests were extremely easy to study for, she gives a load of relevant study material. Take her if you can!!

Amazing lectures
Clear grading criteria
Gives good feedback
5.0
2.0
BSC2011
Grade: A
Aug 5, 2021
Would take again

AMAZING PROFESSOR! Dr. Kraft is incredibly caring seems so excited about biology which is very helpful in staying motivated. Her tests and quizzes are open note and in my opinion are not very difficult. She also offers a 20 point extra credit assignment which translates to a 2% grade boost. 10/10. Do not miss assignment, your grade will suffer.

Gives good feedback
Amazing lectures
Caring
5.0
3.0
BSC2011
Grade: A
Nov 14, 2021
Would take again

Dr. Kraft cares very deeply for her students and it shows. The exams are difficult, but there are a lot of other assignments to offset a low exam grade. Grading criteria is very straight forward, and Dr. Kraft is always available to help/clarify if needed. The LA's and TA's are a very helpful resource.

Gives good feedback
Accessible outside class
Caring
5.0
3.0
BSC2011
Nov 18, 2021
Would take again

Dr. Kraft is one of the best professors Ive had! She is a great lecturer and makes lectures very engaging! She is obviously very knowledgeable when it comes to Biology and is happy to explain concepts more. She even does a Plants and Critters section of each lecture. I 100% recommend taking Bio 2 with Dr. Kraft!

Participation matters
Inspirational
Amazing lectures
5.0
5.0
BSC2011
Dec 3, 2021
Would take again

I absolutely love Dr. Kraft. She reawakened my love for science and thats to put it lightly. Such an amazing human and teacher!! If she could be my professor for every other class I wouldnt have it any other way.

Amazing lectures
Caring
EXTRA CREDIT
5.0
3.0
BSC2011
Grade: A
Dec 9, 2021
Would take again

Dr. Kraft is truthfully one of the best professors I've ever had. Biology 2 isn't easy, but Kraft makes it understandable!!

Clear grading criteria
Amazing lectures
EXTRA CREDIT
5.0
3.0
BSC2011
Grade: A
Dec 14, 2021
Would take again

Amazing. Take her!

Gives good feedback
Accessible outside class
Clear grading criteria
5.0
3.0
BSC2011
Grade: A
Dec 16, 2021
Would take again

Shes an amazing teacher! Goes a bit fast at times and tests are hard because they are wordy, but if you go to class and use the resources you can get a good grade! She is also super friendly and kind!

Accessible outside class
Skip class? You won't pass.
Test heavy
5.0
5.0
BSC2011
Mar 3, 2022
Wouldn't take again

Tests are ridiculously hard

Graded by few things
Test heavy
Lecture heavy
4.0
1.0
BSC1005
Grade: A
Mar 3, 2022
Would take again

Very nice. Class only had a couple of assignments and a couple of tests. Was co-taught with two other profs the semester I took it (Anatomy Guy and Dinosaur Man). Very easy to pass with very little effort.

Hilarious
Test heavy
Graded by few things
4.0
5.0
BSC2011
Mar 7, 2022
Would take again

I adore her and all the assignments are open notes, but if you dont study or understand something, good luck!

Amazing lectures
Lecture heavy
Test heavy
2.0
3.0
BSC2011
Grade: A
Mar 12, 2022
Would take again

She just reads off of powerpoint slides but has in class points so you have to go. Her tests/quizzes are bad - not enough time, confusing questions, etc. When I took it, it was online so control f on the slides was all I needed. She doesn't round and there's only 1 EC opportunity worth 2% overall

Participation matters
EXTRA CREDIT
Test heavy
5.0
3.0
BSC3016
Mar 13, 2022
Would take again

Dr. Kraft is great! I've had her for Bio2 and Eukaryotic Diversity and she is really the best. The material can get confusing but as long as you ask questions, you'll do fine; just don't wait until it's too late to ask for help! She is always willing to help, utilize office hours!!!

Gives good feedback
Caring
Accessible outside class
5.0
2.0
BSC2011
Grade: A
Mar 24, 2022
Would take again

Hands down my favorite professor ever! She makes the lecture so interesting and they are available live on zoom or to watch later. One quiz, one test and a couple small assignments in between for each unit which are not hard at all, just skim your notes and DO THE PRACTICE PROBLEMS and you will get 100% on every quiz and test.

Amazing lectures
Caring
5.0
3.0
BSC2011
Apr 26, 2022
Would take again

Take her class!!! Such a good professor. Genuinely cares about you as a student and a person, always willing to help and answer your questions. GO TO RECITATION. no one really goes but that is where you will learn the most. Plenty of assignments throughout the semester to get your grade up.

EXTRA CREDIT
Amazing lectures
Caring
5.0
3.0
BSC2011
Grade: A
Apr 26, 2022
Would take again

STOP LOOKING FOR ANYONE ELSE! Dr. Kraft is hands down the best professor I've ever had. She's genuinely excited about teaching, which is not something you see every day here. She really wants you to succeed and provides lots of mid-unit assignments and assessments to prepare you for the unit exams. By far, the best class/professor I've had here.

Amazing lectures
Inspirational
Caring
5.0
2.0
BSC2011
Grade: A
May 6, 2022
Would take again

Great lectures, and are provided with guided notes which makes following them easier. Lots of study material leading up to test, which were all open-note. Most tests could easily be ctrl+f'd and you would usually have plenty of time to spare to look back on answers. Overall very easy and relaxed class and hardly took up any time.

Amazing lectures
Clear grading criteria
Gives good feedback
5.0
3.0
BSC3016
Grade: A-
May 9, 2022
Would take again

Dr. Kraft is by far my favorite professor in the biology department and at FSU overall. She genuinely cares about students and will do anything she can to accommodate and help her students. She supported me through a difficult time and checked up on me regularly after class to make sure I was doing okay. 100000% recommend

Participation matters
Amazing lectures
Caring
5.0
3.0
BSC2011
Grade: A
Jun 7, 2022
Would take again

Dr. Kraft was one of my favorite teachers I have had in college. Online exams with no honorlock so the questions could be tricky but if you know the stuff from her slides well you will do fine.

Clear grading criteria
Inspirational
Caring
4.0
4.0
BSC2011
Jul 29, 2022
Would take again

Definitely recommend taking it with her I learned so much. Take advantage of recitations and practice problems. The quizzes and exams are very wordy which can be tricky. Know how to put concepts into real life scenarios! Exams are open note but you still need to study for them.

EXTRA CREDIT
Amazing lectures
Lecture heavy
5.0
1.0
BSC2011
Grade: B+
Sep 14, 2022
Would take again

Dr. Kraft is the best professor at FSU, her lectures are amazing and clear, she gives analogies for concepts that are hard. She makes a hard class really easy. If you listen to her while she's lecturing you will make an A in this class/test. Write what she says not the ppt. Her recitations are the most helpful as well. Love her so much. Take her!!

EXTRA CREDIT
Amazing lectures
Inspirational
5.0
3.0
BSC2011
Grade: Not sure yet
Oct 12, 2022
Would take again

She is the nicest and best professor in the biology department and I wish I could have her for all my science courses. I think she's the best you can get. She has open note tests/all assignments and really tries to make sure everyone grasps the concepts.

Caring
Lecture heavy
Accessible outside class
5.0
2.0
BSC2011L
Grade: A
Nov 29, 2022
Would take again

Dr Kraft is one of the best professors you can take for biology. She is extremely knowledgeable in the subject, the tests are online and open note, she has extra credit opportunities, and is extremely helpful to anyone who has any questions. She is my favorite professor I've taken. This class was extremely easy, as long as you take notes.

Caring
Lecture heavy
Accessible outside class
5.0
3.0
BSC3016
Grade: A
Dec 7, 2022
Would take again

I took BSC3016 and Bio II as someone who was a communications major but was also looking to complete a minor in biology because of a genuine interest in the topic. Kraft made it easy, and is so passionate about what she does, if you like biology and are genuinely interested in learning more she's the prof for you. Plus she's visual learner friendly

Amazing lectures
Inspirational
Caring
5.0
3.0
BSCL2011
Grade: A
Dec 13, 2022
Would take again

Everything you hear about her is true. She is the best of the best. If you are able to take her as a professor you are extremely lucky. She lives up to every expectation and cares so much for her students. Her recitations are extremely helpful and she will answer any questions you have without judgement. I cannot explain how wonderful she is.

Amazing lectures
Inspirational
Caring
5.0
3.0
BSC2011
Grade: A
Dec 14, 2022
Would take again

Best professor you will ever have! Lectures are fun and engaging. Her exams and quizzes are not hard IF you go to class. They are very tailored to her lectures. She gives guided notes and records her lectures. Definitely take her if you can.

Participation matters
Amazing lectures
Clear grading criteria
5.0
3.0
BSC2011
Grade: A-
Dec 14, 2022
Would take again

Awesome professor. Super caring and genuinely wants students to do well. Make sure to go to lectures, do the top hat questions during class, take notes, and you will do well. All tests and quizzes, including the final, are open notes and are taken online at home.

Clear grading criteria
Caring
Lecture heavy
3.0
4.0
BSC2011
Grade: A
Dec 19, 2022
Would take again

I liked Brittany, she was nice but her class was hard af. The time given for quizzes is way too short and they're full of tricyk questions. Very hard class in that regard. Luckily, somehow the tests balanced it out since they were way easier than the quizzes and the questions weren't as tricky (still tricky though). Barely any extra credit

Tough grader
Participation matters
Test heavy
5.0
2.0
BSC2011
Grade: A-
Jan 4, 2023
Would take again

kindest professor ever! Definitely cares about her students and will do what it takes to see them succeed. Super understanding and flexible

Participation matters
Gives good feedback
Inspirational
5.0
4.0
BSC2011
Grade: A+
Jan 10, 2023
Would take again

Amazing professor. Tip: go to class!! I noticed a lot of exam & quiz questions/answers are word for word sentences that she has said during lecture when expanding upon the information already written in the slides. So if you don't go and write down her analysis, you won't get it in the slides (explicitly). Best professor!! Also very understanding!!

Amazing lectures
Test heavy
4.0
3.0
BSC2011
Grade: B
Jan 12, 2023

Dr. Kraft is a great professor but I am not sure that she is the best professor. She basically reads the slides and goes really fast throughout the lecture so it is hard to take notes and listen to her talk. Her tests and quizzes are hard and you do not have enough time to take them they are very rushed. She's very nice though and will help you.

Participation matters
Gives good feedback
Respected
5.0
3.0
BSC2011
Grade: B+
Feb 27, 2023
Would take again

I loved Dr. Kraft. She was super sweet and always was making sure everyone was doing ok. Her lectures were interesting and she was very good at talking to students and making sure we got the notes down. Her exams aren't too hard, they focus more on understanding than just memorization but she gives plenty of resources to study.

5.0
3.0
BSC2011
Grade: A+
Apr 18, 2023
Would take again

Dr. Kraft is super sweet. Her class is easy, the tests and quizzes are open notes so it's important to pay attention in class.

Caring
Respected
Accessible outside class
5.0
3.0
BSC2011
Grade: Not sure yet
Apr 26, 2023
Would take again

SHE IS A QUEEN! Her lectures were thorough, and she provides guided notes to follow. Lots of things to help boost your grade. Tophat questions in class (easy). Mid unit quizzes and Unit assessments online on canvas with no honorlock. Go to recitation! She also is very helpful in office hours and outside of class, along with the TA's and LA's.

Amazing lectures
Clear grading criteria
Caring
4.0
3.0
BSC2011
Grade: A
Apr 27, 2023
Would take again

Dr. Kraft is an amazing teacher, arguably one of the best at FSU. Her tests are open note, but don't be fooled you will still need to study because the questions are tricky. I recommend going to every lecture and paying attention, it will help you in the end because she is so detailed in her explanations. She provides so many resources to study.

Amazing lectures
Clear grading criteria
Test heavy
5.0
1.0
BSC2011
Grade: A-
Apr 28, 2023
Would take again

Brittany was an amazing, sweet professor. Her lectures were engaging and her quizzes and exams were not only reasonable/easy but open note/book. She is very caring and understanding especially when it comes to your mental health.Loved her so much!!!!! Hugely recommend!!!!!!!

Amazing lectures
Caring
Accessible outside class
5.0
3.0
BSC2011
Grade: A
Apr 29, 2023
Would take again

Dr. Kraft is AMAZING. She has been my favorite prof., and I highly recommend you take her course. Her lectures are engaging, and she clearly knows what she is doing and cares about the subject. Her explanations are clear and offers plenty of in lecture time to ask questions if you are struggling. Overall, amazing instructor and wonderful woman.

Amazing lectures
Clear grading criteria
Caring
5.0
3.0
BSC2011
Grade: A-
May 1, 2023
Would take again

Take Dr. Kraft if you can! There are plenty of possible points to earn in this class including 2% extra credit to your grade. You can't just memorize the concepts, you really have to understand them to apply them. She gives great lectures and really cares for her students. Her questions can be wordy so that can be tricky.

Clear grading criteria
Lecture heavy
Online Savvy
2.0
4.0
BSC2011
Grade: B+
May 2, 2023

While Dr.Kraft is sweet, her exams are very tricky. She did not give us enough time on exams for both the short answers and her wordy questions. Also, she does not round up grades even if your really close. I know I would have gotten an A if I took a different professor. Do with that what you will.

Lecture heavy
Test heavy
5.0
2.0
BSC2011
Grade: A
May 2, 2023
Would take again

Her lectures are very engaging and she is very good at explaining the concepts. The exams and quizzes are a bit tricky but since all her tests were open book, if you look through the slides you'll often find the answer verbatim. Some questions weren't super clear tho. Go to class and listen and give any ounce of effort and you'll do good.

EXTRA CREDIT
Amazing lectures
Caring
5.0
2.0
BSC2011
Grade: A
Jul 26, 2023
Would take again

She's a great teacher and really enthusiastic. Her tests were open-book & online. The questions were pretty straightforward and were only on what she covered in class. Not much work overall and it was really organized. The stuff she says can be more important than what is on the powerpoints, but you could pass without attending the lecture.

Amazing lectures
Clear grading criteria
Caring
5.0
2.0
BSC2011
Grade: A
Aug 13, 2023
Would take again

Dr. Kraft was a phenomenal teacher and truly cares about teaching. The expectations for the class were clear and maintained throughout the semester - no curveballs. Highly recommend.

Amazing lectures
Clear grading criteria
Test heavy
5.0
2.0
BSC2011
Grade: A+
Sep 23, 2023
Would take again

Dr. Kraft is by far one of the best professors I've had. Her lectures were very engaging and detailed, and she made sure her LAs/TAs made study guides to help with tests. Attendance is mandatory since you must complete in-class topcoat questions. Her tests can be kind of tricky because she writes all of her own questions, but the class is great.

Amazing lectures
Inspirational
Lecture heavy
5.0
3.0
BSC2011
Grade: A
Oct 23, 2023
Would take again

Biology is probably my least favorite subject, but Kraft makes it easier and even interesting. She allows us to make a cheat sheet (normal paper size, front and back) for each exam and offers a study guide. Her lectures are great and tests are challenging, but you'll do well if you try. She wants us to learn concepts, not just definitions.

Amazing lectures
Caring
Respected
5.0
2.0
BSC2011
Grade: A+
Nov 17, 2023
Would take again

Dr.Kraft is the best teacher at FSU! She is very passionate about the topic and her students. She very understanding and creates a great environment. Cannot recommend her enough. Test are application based but she lets you have a cheat sheet.

Amazing lectures
Caring
Accessible outside class
5.0
2.0
BSC2011
Grade: A
Dec 1, 2023
Would take again

Great professor! did great on exams but kind of got stumped by mid unit quizzes so watch out for those. Super reasonable teacher and proof that you don't need to be mean or scary to gain respect. Love her! Be sure to attend lectures, cheat sheets are super useful.

Amazing lectures
Caring
Accessible outside class
5.0
3.0
BSC2011
Grade: A
Dec 8, 2023
Would take again

I'll keep it short and sweet. She is an absolute Godsend/Blessing. FSU needs to hire more professor like her.

Participation matters
Gives good feedback
Caring
5.0
3.0
BSC2011L
Grade: A-
Dec 12, 2023
Would take again

Mrs. Kraft is an amazing teacher and a true sweetheart. If you attend the lecture and take notes and review the modules you will do very well in this class. If anything there is recitation that can help you with your understanding of the topics. 10/10 teacher highly recommend.

Amazing lectures
Gives good feedback
Hilarious
5.0
2.0
BSC2011
Grade: B+
Dec 13, 2023
Would take again

Dr. Kraft is the best. If you take Bio 2, only take it with her. She is perfect. Engaging lectures, reasonable amount of out-of-class assignments, very knowledgeable, cheat sheets on tests. I really enjoyed this class

Amazing lectures
Caring
Respected
5.0
3.0
BSC2011
Grade: A+
Dec 15, 2023
Would take again

Amazing professor! Use the study tools that she recommends and you will do well in the class!

EXTRA CREDIT
Amazing lectures
Clear grading criteria
5.0
4.0
BSC2011
Grade: B
Dec 16, 2023
Would take again

Dr. Kraft is the most caring and sweetest professor I have ever taken. She definitely cares for each and every student and makes a connection with everyone. The material is super easy if you but time and effort in it. While the material was easy, the tests were super difficult. I definitely recommend.

EXTRA CREDIT
Caring
Lecture heavy
5.0
2.0
BSC2011
Grade: A+
Dec 20, 2023
Would take again

wow awesome slay! Put in effort & you'll succeed just with lectures, reviewing notes, & doing HW. Beware of Mid-Unit assessments but EC can make up for lost points +final is less difficult than prior tests. Lectures go at a good pace and she has good vibes 24/7. This is the highest grade and least pain I experienced with a biology class in my life

Amazing lectures
Clear grading criteria
Caring
5.0
3.0
BSC2011
Grade: A
Jan 8, 2024
Would take again

Dr. Kraft is THE BEST bio professor! She clearly knows her material and easily helps students create an understanding. She's an engaging lecturer, clear with expectations and feedback. You're allowed a reference sheet per exam which allows for reasoning/understanding over memorization. She's supportive of her students and wants them to succeed.

Amazing lectures
Gives good feedback
Lecture heavy
4.0
3.0
BSC2011
Grade: A
Jan 10, 2024
Would take again

It's clear why she is loved. Kraft goes out of her way to engage and provide resources. If you have a lot of background in bio courses (AP/IB bio) then a lot is review. I mainly did other work in class. Attendance is only rly mandatory when there's in-class assignment. In-class TopHat questions can be done at home. Gives cheat sheets for all exams.

EXTRA CREDIT
Amazing lectures
Respected
5.0
3.0
BSC2011
Grade: A
Jan 20, 2024
Would take again

she's not paid enough for the quality she brings FSU lol. stall taking bio 2 (for as long as is reasonable) just to take her. i HATE memorizing things but she takes that out entirely it's all application and fun! made me realize i don't dislike biology (it's cool actually) just the usual process of learning it. take her now

5.0
1.0
BSC2011
Grade: B+
Apr 17, 2024
Would take again

Dr. Kraft is an extremely caring professor and person.I had some medical issues that took a toll on my ability to perform well in my courses.Dr. Kraft stayed with me and was there to help support me in every way. Her exams are no longer online, but her quizzes are.They are a little tricky, but going to class will make them very easy. Amazing class.

Amazing lectures
Clear grading criteria
Caring
5.0
2.0
BSC2011
Grade: Not sure yet
Apr 18, 2024
Would take again

Dr. Kraft is a stellar professor. Her passion for biology is infectious and she genuinely cares about her students and their learning experience. She knows her material very well and is always willing to give further explanation whenever a student is confused. Far and away the best instructor I've had since starting university.

Amazing lectures
Caring
Respected
5.0
2.0
BSC3016
Grade: A
May 2, 2024
Would take again

Literally the best professor in the world. The sweetest, cutest ball of sunshine. She loves what she teaches. In class discussion questions every lecture, a midterm and final with a cheat sheet, and a mini exam every week (online). Lost hope in good professors till I had kraft. Would have her as a professor for every class if I could.

Participation matters
Amazing lectures
Clear grading criteria
5.0
2.0
BSC3016
Grade: A
May 3, 2024
Would take again

Dr. Kraft and her TA's are amazing! I had her for bio 2 and this semester for Euk Div. Just pay close attention to canvas for assignments and go to class!

Amazing lectures
Gives good feedback
Caring
4.0
3.0
BSC2011
Grade: B+
May 4, 2024
Would take again

Kraft is a very good professor and person. You can tell she genuinely cares for her students. The class can be tough at moments but all her assignments, grading criteria, due dates, and polices are very clear. In all if you attend class and complete all assignments on time you will pass the class. I wish she had more opportunities for extra credit

Clear grading criteria
Respected
5.0
4.0
BSC3016
Grade: A
May 8, 2024
Would take again

Kraft is amazing! Be aware, lots of assignments (quizzes, papers, in class written assignments, in-class tophat questions, and two exams). The two exams make up almost half of your grade and the final is cumulative (you do get a cheat sheet). She gives extra practice and lays criteria out, so pay attention to what she wants you to know. Fun class!

Lots of homework
Caring
Accessible outside class
5.0
3.0
BSC3016
Grade: C+
May 9, 2024
Would take again

Prof Kraft is great! Her powerpoints reflects the tests, mini quizzes, and in class discussion questions. The class had 2 exams (cheat sheets were available to use). Organizing notes is the key to success!

Participation matters
Amazing lectures
Respected
5.0
2.0
BSC2011
Grade: A-
May 11, 2024
Would take again

love her! class attendance is graded you can miss like 4 or 5 and get full credit. there is an extra credit assignment and all our exams had a cheat sheet as well as the final. one of the few classes i actually learned in. i honestly didn't study, i never bought the book, and never went to recitation. easy class

Amazing lectures
Caring
Test heavy
5.0
5.0
BSC3016
Grade: B+
May 16, 2024
Would take again

Dr. Kraft is Amazing but class was brutal There is so much random info to learn and this class is not an easy A. Final was very difficult even w/ two cheat sheets Most of the class is spent learning about plants and worms not cool organisms. If you are not interested in learning random and niche facts about random organisms take a diff bio elective

Lots of homework
Lecture heavy
Test heavy
5.0
4.0
BSC3016
Grade: A+
May 17, 2024
Would take again

Bless her, Dr. Kraft is an amazing prof but Euk Div is not for the faint of heart. So much memorization and learning things that you can barely force yourself to care about, like taxonomy of worms. But she is genuinely a beacon of sunshine that makes it hard not to at least try to enjoy the class. One of those rare profs who seems to love teaching.

Participation matters
EXTRA CREDIT
Lecture heavy
5.0
3.0
BSC2011
Grade: B+
May 18, 2024
Would take again

Dr. Kraft is the best professor I have ever had. She genuinely cares about all her students & wants them to succeed. Tests are not bad if you show up to class, participation matters. She allows a cheat sheet for every test which helps so much & gives many extra credit opportunities. Definitely would have gotten an "A" if it wasn't for pledging.

EXTRA CREDIT
Amazing lectures
Caring
5.0
2.0
BSC2011
Grade: A
May 29, 2024
Would take again

LOVE. She is so accommodating and genuinely cares about her students. She explains things very well, and posts highlight videos for every week of lectures. I've gotten a 100 on her exams, she makes it very easy to succeed and retain information.

Amazing lectures
Caring
Accessible outside class
5.0
2.0
BSC2011
Grade: A
Jun 20, 2024
Would take again

My favorite teacher so far. She encourages questions and is just great, would definitely recommend taking her for this class.

Amazing lectures
Clear grading criteria
Caring
5.0
1.0
BSC2011
Grade: A+
Oct 9, 2024
Would take again

I absolutely love Dr Kraft. She made learning biology super fun and engaging. She allows the students to have a cheat sheet for the test. If you have the choice CHOOSE HER because she is amazing!!! I wish I could take her again.

Amazing lectures
Gives good feedback
Respected
5.0
2.0
BSC2011
Grade: A
Nov 6, 2024
Would take again

Easily one of the best professors I've had. She genuinely cares about student success and makes the class engaging. Cheat sheets, extra credit, and unstuck ai made this a breeze.

3.0
3.0
BSC3016
Grade: Not sure yet
Nov 12, 2024
Would take again

Dr Kraft is very passionate about Biology but her class is extremely boring. She teaches a bunch of random information that is hard to apply and is very much unimportant. She is very kind and bubbly which does make the class a lot more tolerable. If given the chance, take her! She is amazing and caring, unlike most professors at FSU.

Caring
Lecture heavy
Test heavy
5.0
1.0
BSC2011
Grade: A
Nov 21, 2024
Would take again

She is so sweet and lets you use a cheat sheet on the exams! I got a C in BSC2010 and an A in this class because of her. She also posts video lectures after each section highlighting what the most important information was which was super helpful to me. Take her if you can!

Amazing lectures
Caring
5.0
2.0
BSC2011
Grade: A
Dec 5, 2024
Would take again

Kraft is truly the best professor I have ever had at FSU. You can tell she actually wants you to succeed and gives you lots of resources to help you out. As long as you pay attention in class you will definitely do well.

EXTRA CREDIT
Amazing lectures
Inspirational
5.0
2.0
BSC2011
Grade: A
Dec 12, 2024
Would take again

She is amazing!

EXTRA CREDIT
Caring
Respected
5.0
1.0
BSC2011
Grade: A
Dec 15, 2024
Would take again

Dr. Kraft is an amazing professor. She has single handedly made me want to pursue a career as a professor. She's very kind and understanding and does her best to make every class period fun and entertaining. I cannot recommend her enough.

Caring
Respected
Lecture heavy
5.0
3.0
BSC3016
Grade: A
Dec 17, 2024
Would take again

Not an easy subject but gave ample extra credit, final and midterms were extremely fair, gave us a cheat sheet. I finished the class with a 93 without putting in CRAZY effort, very doable class

EXTRA CREDIT
Amazing lectures
Clear grading criteria
5.0
1.0
BSC2011
Grade: A
Dec 19, 2024
Would take again

overall really great! she is a super caring and understanding professor who is clearly passionate about biology and teaching. i took her bio 2 class and it was an absolute cake walk lol. definitely try to take her for any bio class you have! she is absolutely incredible :)

EXTRA CREDIT
Amazing lectures
Caring
5.0
2.0
BSC2011
Grade: A+
Dec 29, 2024
Would take again

Dr Kraft is an awesome professor. You can tell she really cares for her students and she makes her expectations for the class clear. This was not a hard class and there's not much effort required if you just pay attention. Take her!

Amazing lectures
Clear grading criteria
Caring
5.0
3.0
BSC3016
Grade: A+
Jan 6, 2025
Would take again

I don't usually do ratings but love Dr. Kraft! She's very easy going and cares about all of her students. She gives you powerpoint slides that you are able to study from and attendance is not mandatory but it helps to go to class because she can explain certain things that could be on the test. Helped me to succeed in this class and with homework!

Amazing lectures
Gives good feedback
Caring
5.0
3.0
BSC2011
Grade: Not sure yet
Mar 21, 2025
Would take again

attendance is counted by tophat questions but she lets u know when there'll be in-class assignments. she knows what shes talking about and her LAs/TAs are also very helpful. shes super nice and the tests are average difficulty. there's practically no homework so the class is easy to manage!

Amazing lectures
Caring
5.0
3.0
BSC2011
Grade: A
Mar 31, 2025
Would take again

Prof. Kraft is genuinely an amazing professor. She cares deeply about every student and makes it known how much she wishes for everyone to succeed. If you have the option to take her class, TAKE IT. It is a manageable class that involves a good amount of memorization, but she makes it fun and gives examples that you can really understand.

Clear grading criteria
Gives good feedback
Respected
5.0
3.0
BSC2011
Grade: A
Apr 14, 2025
Would take again

Amazing professor. Tests can be hard but she is always willing to help. So long as you pay attention in class you should be more than fine. She wants you to actually learn the material, so study to understand not to memorize. Kraft lets you use a cheat sheet on the exam which can be nice. Definitely one of the best professors at fsu!

EXTRA CREDIT
Caring
Lecture heavy
5.0
2.0
BSC2011
Grade: A
Apr 16, 2025
Would take again

She is my favorite professor that I've ever had. She allows a front and back cheat sheet on every exam!! She gives a little bit of extra credit (one extra credit assignment near the end of the sem, and 2 points extra credit in each unit review just for submitting a pic of your cheat sheet) I cannot recommend her enough, she is so sweet and fun.

EXTRA CREDIT
Caring
5.0
2.0
BSC2011
Grade: A
Apr 19, 2025
Would take again

I cannot say enough great things about Mrs. Kraft! She truly loves her students, makes learning difficult content fun/easy, and is a fair grader. If you complete all of the assignments w/ effort, attend lectures, and truly study the slides for the exams- you will do great. She gives extra credit opportunities and allows for a cheat sheet on exams.

Amazing lectures
Clear grading criteria
Respected
5.0
3.0
BSC2011
Grade: A-
Apr 22, 2025
Would take again

Dr. Kraft actually cares about her students and wants us to do better. There is an extra credit assignment worth up to 2% added on. Her recitations are very helpful, both for learning and for getting helpful things to put on your cheat sheet. She lets you use a cheat sheet for all of the unit tests. She is much better than my BSC 2010 professor.

Participation matters
EXTRA CREDIT
Lecture heavy
5.0
2.0
BSC2011
Grade: A
Apr 24, 2025
Would take again

Best professor I've ever had at FSU. Kind, caring, and fair. This class is not difficult, just pay attention to lectures and use the plethora of resources she gives. She is always available and approachable to help.

Amazing lectures
Caring
Respected
5.0
1.0
BSC2011
Grade: A
May 12, 2025
Would take again

Dr. Kraft is wonderful!! Her lectures are awesome. I genuinely enjoyed them and learned so much. There's also very little homework.

Amazing lectures
Caring
5.0
3.0
BSC2011
Grade: B+
May 12, 2025
Would take again

Dr.Kraft is a great teacher and I want to take another class with her again. The only reason I feel I didn't get an A was because I was bad about going to recitation (optional) and she gives good information during them. She's caring and willing to help you out if she can. Very lecture heavy. Offers extra credit. Wish I had more teachers like her.

Participation matters
EXTRA CREDIT
Lecture heavy
5.0
2.0
BSC2011
Grade: A
May 14, 2025
Would take again

Kraft is super nice and fun. She lets you use a cheat sheet on exams. Even if you don't study, but write everything on the cheat sheet, you can get an A. Recitation can be helpful at times. Easier than BSC 2010.

EXTRA CREDIT
Clear grading criteria
Caring
5.0
3.0
BSC2011
Grade: B+
Jun 17, 2025
Would take again

Dr. Kraft is one of the best professors I have ever had. Her passion for the course material is evident in each lecture and her students remain engaged despite the content-dense lectures (6-week course). She is very accessible and caring! I really hope that I can take a course taught by her again!

Amazing lectures
Gives good feedback
Caring
5.0
3.0
BSC2011
Grade: A+
Jun 17, 2025
Would take again

Dr. Kraft is an angel to the biological sciences department. she knows what she is talking about and will get you excited to learn as well. She has a lot of practice questions that help you with the tests and really cares about the feedback that students give. She is not afraid to be wrong and debates valid answers with students. take kraft.

Amazing lectures
Caring
Respected
5.0
3.0
BSC2011
Grade: A
Jun 17, 2025
Would take again

Dr. Kraft turned one of my previous least favorite subjects into the lecture I look most forward to all week. DON'T MISS THE OPPORTUNITY TO TAKE HER

EXTRA CREDIT
Amazing lectures
5.0
2.0
BSC2011
Grade: A
Jun 21, 2025
Would take again

Definitely one of the best teachers I've ever had. She's kind, loves what she does, and has a deep understanding of the topics she teaches, all of which makes the course more enjoyable and possible to succeed in. Gives extra credit, practice problems, and a cheat sheet on exams.

EXTRA CREDIT
Amazing lectures
Respected
5.0
2.0
BSC2011
Grade: A-
Jun 23, 2025
Would take again

Genuinely one of the best professors I have ever had. I had recently been losing my love for biology, and Dr. Kraft reinstated it. She is kind, entertaining, and passionate about the subject, which translates to her students. If you have the opportunity to take a class with her, DO IT.

EXTRA CREDIT
Amazing lectures
Caring
5.0
2.0
BSC2011
Grade: A+
Jul 14, 2025
Would take again

Actually engaging and interesting lectures, but very fast paced. Use the note templates posted on canvas to guide your notes, there is material verbatim to the exams. Study and GO TO RECITATION its so helpful and she is so awesome. Take her!

Amazing lectures
Respected
Accessible outside class
5.0
1.0
BSC2011
Grade: A+
Jul 28, 2025
Would take again

I can't name a better professor than Dr. Kraft. Extremely kind, caring, and she knows what she's talking about. I took this in 6 weeks and even thought it was very reasonable and doable.

EXTRA CREDIT
Amazing lectures
Gives good feedback
3.0
4.0
PCB4674
Jul 29, 2025

Her lectures are information heavy and her tests do not accurately reflect the material learned during class. She does provide students with different opportunities for grades, but this does lead to busy work and unnecessary assignments.

Clear grading criteria
Lecture heavy
Accessible outside class
5.0
3.0
BSC2011
Grade: A
Aug 16, 2025
Would take again

Dr. Kraft is a wonderful professor. She moves through slides kind of fast, so focus on things she says that aren't in the slides bc u have access to the slides and can go back through them. Use the strategies she suggests to prepare and u will feel more than confident with the material. She's a great teacher and a nice person. Go to recitation!!!

Amazing lectures
Lecture heavy
Accessible outside class
5.0
2.0
BSC2011
Grade: A
Oct 15, 2025
Would take again

Dr. Kraft is one of the best professors I've had at FSU. She plans all assignments, lectures, and demonstrations to increase student's understanding. Lecture is important to attend for participation credit in TopHat. One of the best things she does is allow a one page cheat sheet on every "mini exam" given every two weeks.

Participation matters
Amazing lectures
Caring
5.0
2.0
BSC2011
Grade: Not sure yet
Oct 20, 2025
Would take again

Genuinely the best prof I have ever had. She is so sweet and makes sure you know the material. Taking as many classes of her's as I can.

Amazing lectures
Caring
Respected
4.0
5.0
ZOO3141L
Grade: B
Dec 2, 2025

I liked Dr. Kraft for Euk Div. Not a fan of ZOO. The class requires a manual. We were told to use it in exactly 1 circumstance, which is when I first unwrapped it (halfway into the semester). Then we never used it again, $100 wasted. Kraft does NOT teach this class - your TA (mine was great!) is the only one you see or interact with.

5.0
2.0
BSC2011
Dec 4, 2025
Would take again

Such a nice professor. Pay attention, review the worksheets, and do the practice questions she gives, and you will do well.

EXTRA CREDIT
Amazing lectures
Caring
5.0
3.0
BSC2011
Grade: A
Dec 6, 2025
Would take again

Her passion was infectious, and she uses very helpful metaphors in class. My biggest advice would be to utilize every extra credit opportunity, cheat sheet, and try your best to listen to what she says in class. Some of those anecdotes will make it on the exam.

Participation matters
EXTRA CREDIT
Amazing lectures
5.0
2.0
BSC2011
Grade: A
Dec 11, 2025
Would take again

She is amazing!! So kind to her students and she is very engaging. She is passionate about the topic and it soars to the students as well. Very organized and easy course with cheat sheets on every exam.

EXTRA CREDIT
Amazing lectures
Caring
5.0
1.0
BSC3016
Grade: A
Dec 12, 2025
Would take again

Dr. Kraft is amazing. I've taken her for two different classes now and can say she great at teaching. She makes the lectures interesting and offers a good amount of extra credit, but the extra credit is in class so you do have to show up if you want it. Class is exam/quiz heavy with it counting for about 80% of your grade, but Kraft makes it doable

EXTRA CREDIT
Amazing lectures
Caring
5.0
3.0
BSC2011
Grade: B+
Dec 16, 2025
Would take again

Dr. Kraft is absolutely precious. She really cares about her students. Although lecture is not completely mandatory (only when there are in class assignments), I would recommend going to class because she explains things so clearly and somehow makes Bio II interesting. There are mini exams every week/every other week but you can use a cheat sheet.

EXTRA CREDIT
Amazing lectures
5.0
1.0
BSC2011
Grade: A
Dec 17, 2025
Would take again

Best prof ever! Mini exams are super easy and cheat sheets are allowed. She's a great lecturer and makes class engaging. Attendance not required but strongly encouraged. All powerpoints are posted after class and practice questions are super helpful. I have nothing but good stuff to say about Dr. Kraft and this class!

Amazing lectures
Clear grading criteria
Caring
5.0
1.0
BSC3016
Grade: A
Dec 17, 2025
Would take again

Best professor at FSU. Very fair and doable to finish with an A. 4 quizzes and 2 midterms. You are able to make a cheatsheet for the midterms. Also essay and in class assignment that help your grade and lots of extra credit. ALWAYS take a KRAFT Class

EXTRA CREDIT
Caring
Respected
5.0
1.0
BSC2011
Grade: A+
Dec 24, 2025
Would take again

LOVED her. Cheat sheets on every mini exam and final and they were very straight forward. There are lots of assignments that count towards grade but not very much homework. She really loved the topic and teaching, and it shows.

EXTRA CREDIT
Caring
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