2.6

Christine Case

Biology - Skyline College

2.6
Quality
4.3
Difficulty
28%
Would Retake
129
Reviews
2.6
Quality
4.3
Difficulty
2.6
Helpful
2.7
Clarity

28%

Would Retake

129

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What Students Say

she is extremely off topic and her lectures have nothing to do with the exams

BIO101 - 1.0 rating

worst professor I have ever had

BIO101 - 2.0 rating
Class Info

Online Classes

100%

Attendance Mandatory

79%

Textbook Required

73%

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A: 11
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B: 5
B+: 3
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Tough grader (19)
Get ready to read (8)
Lots of homework (8)
Lecture heavy (8)
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Skip class? You won't pass. (7)
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BIO100

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5.0

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5.0

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Reviews (129)
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BIO240
Nov 2, 2004

wonderful lecturer, but homework and tests very difficult & frustrating. Lab session is pure hell.

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BIO
Dec 11, 2004

her lectures dont match with the text so you dont know what the heck she is talking about.she is reasonable if you meet her in office hours though. lab sessions are pretty easy because you can work with other people

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5.0
BIO110
Apr 11, 2005

Really hard teacher! Her lectures are different than what is covered on the test. The tests are mainly on the reading which is really hard to understand. She is not that helpful. Make sure you make friends in the class and work as a group in the labs. Do all the labs and her extra credit.

5.0
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BIO240
Grade: C
May 6, 2005

Although her tests are hard, she grades on a curve and give an adequate amount of extra credit. Most of the time, te average score for the class on her exams are like between 30 and 40%. I have failed all my tests, did all my labs and assignments, and did extra credit and STILL got a B!

5.0
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BIOLOGY
Jun 1, 2005

I cannot say that Dr. Case is an easy teacher but you do learn and you work for whatever grade you get in her class. She is fair and she makes you work. She is a great advisor and takes interest in her students.

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BIOLOGY
Jun 16, 2005

dont even try her she is horrible

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4.0
BIOLOGY230
Jun 17, 2005

I liked the lectures in this class-they were interesting and kept me awake. However, the tests are impossible. For the most part, the material covered is not in the book or in the lecture material. She grades on a curve, so it's totally possible to pass. Still,when your getting 60's on the test you have to wonder, "did I reallyh learn anything?

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BIOLOGYINTROCE
Jul 20, 2005

Case the Tyrant. She will pummel you into submission by treating you like an absolute idiot. She is always right, you are always wrong. She is all powerful, all knowing, all wise, and you are lower than dirt. First, you must worship and praise her to no end. Your education comes second. If you have any sort of a backbone you will avoid her class!!

5.0
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BIO100
Grade: A+
Aug 17, 2005

Dr. Case will bend over backwards for her students. You just need to ask.

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BIOLOGY101
Sep 30, 2005

She confuses me.

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MICRO240
Nov 1, 2005

Dr. Case is not clear in her lecture, she jumps around from one topic to another. I feel like I didn't get anything from her class. Her test are nothing she covered in lecture or in the book.

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BIO230
Nov 2, 2005

Do NOT take Case. She makes you feel like an idiot and like dirt. Exams are MC and 2 essay quest. Lec is pointless. Find old exams to study from to pass class!

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230
Nov 3, 2005

OMG!! RUN FOR YOUR LIFE!!!

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BIO230
Dec 1, 2005

i'm running for my life!!!!!!AH AH AH

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MICROBIOLOGY
Jan 7, 2006

Dr. Case is awesome! You people are just overreacting. She was very helpful and had approachable. Her lectures were hard but not too hard if you were paying close attention like you should be doing. Studying micro was real interesting especially being taught by one of the authors of the book.

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BIO240
Jan 12, 2006

She is very difficult to follow in lecture. To do well on tests READ THE BOOK and find old exams, you might luck out and get some of the same questions on your exam! Go to her for help, she is very approachable... Good Luck!

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5.0
BIO240
Mar 9, 2006

b--chy, nasty, condescending, only likes the suck ups and brown nosers in the 1st row

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5.0
BIO240
May 7, 2006

How does someone turn out to be so mean?

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BIO230
May 22, 2006

i don't get wut the bad fuss is about.Yes,Case is hard & her lectures aren't conventionally based on BK but she is very willing 2 help students,just ask.1 thing she looks 4 in students is 2 be prepare(read chap ahead) & understand the material(be comfortable w/ it). PPL find her hard b/c her class pushes students 2 be ready.Hey...i liked the class.

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BIO230
Jun 8, 2006

Tough, but brilliant.

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230
Jun 8, 2006

she is hard and very mean i asked her questions and she said it was pointless just becuz i didn't answer the question right&didn't help me.She is very moody and not fair on grading labs at all if u take her don't talk to her she is not nice to talk to and will make u feel sooo stupid in the class i was scared to ask her questions becuz she scared m

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BIO675
Aug 6, 2006

dr. case is a sweetheart if u are a respectful to her and and show that you are interested in the material. Though she's hard i still got an haha to all u people that are scared of an innocent teacher =)

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BIO101
Aug 22, 2006

When I first came to her class. I thought she was senile. But she's actually just very passionate of her work. Just do what you gotta do, suck it up and go for it.

3.0
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BIO230
Aug 29, 2006

Her tests are hard. Make sure you read the book and go to lecture because one test had nothing from her practice tests, just lecture material. Often she will explain things off-topic but they're interesting new things going on in biology today. chances are you won't be able to take good notes cuz she's so fast, so just keep ur head up & listen.

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BIO101
Aug 30, 2006

She's cool but her class is hard. Take notes and pay attention in class. The wording in her tests can throw you off, but if you take good notes and study them, it should be okay. Labs are time consuming; make sure you have a day set aside for them per week. And make some friends in lab; it'll help out with the field trips too.

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BIO101
Oct 5, 2006

She is very Nice and wants to help us learn, a little picky on labs, and her test are a little to hard, they don't really ask what we talked about in class, reading should not be everything, there needs to be some conversation about what was in the text.

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BIO215
Dec 14, 2006

Case is a wonderful source of all things biology related. She really likes when people ask questions (warning: she seems like she hates when you ask questions but she does like it) Her tests are VERY hard and the lecture is fast paced.

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BIOL240
Dec 17, 2006

Challenging course and professor. Tests are very difficult and not based on lecture notes. Reading the text is mandatory, as well as attendance at lecture and labs. There is little test preparation offered, so you need to cover every page of chapters discussed in lecture. The labs are very time consuming, but you will learn from this class.

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BIO101
Dec 28, 2006

case is very sweet, passionate about bio, she is very helpful. make sure to always read the chapter ahead of class so you understand what the subject that she is discussing with the class.

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BIO215
Jan 6, 2007

knows her stuff, but a terrible teacher. don't take her if you actually want to learn something in bio. her lectures are scattered all over the place and her tests are really hard.

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BIOL230
Jan 18, 2007

Dr Case is a very nice person..really, she's fun and intersting to talk to, she just comes off a little mean sometimes. However, her class is really hard. Her lectures are great, but then you take the exam and you feel like you are in a totally different class...the questions just don't make any sense. Good Luck (at least she grades ona curve :)

2.0
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BIOL240
Jan 19, 2007

It is a REAL tough class. Lecture sucks and the tests are VERY hard.. but Lab will save your butt. I failed every test but managed a C in the class thanks to the labs and the unknown project. Stay on top of your labs and you can pass the class.

3.0
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BIOL101
May 28, 2007

Dont bother buying the textbook, I never cracked it open and passed with a high B. just take good notes, do your labs and wordlists and you should be cool. lectures are very extensive and a bit inconsistent. good person,a bit cocky/stuck up. but what can you expect when youre a Dr. working at skyline haha.

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BIO230
Aug 30, 2007

A teacher that really knows what she's talking about. Though not the most helpful, she'll lead you in the right direction. Unless you're in a biology related major, try to avoid her as she generally teaches to a certain level of understanding. Be prepared coming to class and read the book and you should be fine. Tests make you think outside the box

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BIO215
Oct 28, 2007

She does not have the quality of a professor. Skips around and does not follow her own syllubus. Rude to student. Not helpful in answering questions. Not friendly at all, conceited and mean. She disppears during lab and does not enjoy teaching. Does not care about your education. Gives unclear instructions.

2.0
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BIO101
Dec 18, 2007

don't buy the textbook!!! i never used it. this teacher is extremely intellegent, but seems to not really care about her students and how they are doing in the class. she's scatter brained, and a little rude. just do good on the labs and you'll pass...

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BIO215
Jan 15, 2008

This teacher is the worst I have ever had!! She is so unapprochable and doesn't care about her students truly learning about biology. I love biology, but she did not make this class fun at all. She is very disorganized, and unclear!! Her class is so ridiculous, I recommend taking it at City College or somewhere else. Don't waste your time here!

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BIO215
Mar 24, 2008

You will learn a lot. She assumes you know some biology before you take her class (maybe from intro bio? i don't know). if you don't, it's not a big deal. no need for textbook. i never used it, but found out that it can be really helpful for lab reports. she's hard and sometimes snobby, but don't let her offend you. she really does care about her students

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BIOL260
Apr 9, 2008

Lectures are scattered and do not follow the text. Will publicly embarrass students asking her a question. Shows preference to bio majors. I would suggest taking someone else if at all possible.

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BIO230
Apr 12, 2008

get to know her better and everything will be fine. seems mean at first but after a semester, she's really a great professor. has lots of awards so try and be on her side. tests may be hard but failing is not an option esp if u study and listen during lectures. be in her good side and she will rewaard u well.

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BIOLBIOL
May 4, 2008

she sucks..don't know how to teach..she thinks its just her that knows everything...i felt sorry for all of those who took her...she needs to go back and learn how to teach...

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BIOL230
Jul 17, 2008

Enthusiastic, intelligent and very knowledgeable in Biology. But that doesn't make up for her inability to communicate with her students. She is snobby, unapproachable, not clear when giving out assignments, and gives lectures that are random and unorganized. Be prepared for her ruthless grading and exams that are unreasonably difficult.

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BIOLBIOL
Dec 4, 2008

not very approachable, lectures were scattered and had nothing to do with the reading or lab, had to go on a waste of time field trip, tests were horrible

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BIO240
Dec 4, 2008

Her class is really hard. She doesn't provide any handouts. She said that students must study the cd which come w/ book for the exam, the questions from the exam never relate from the cd questions.

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BIO215
Dec 14, 2008

Dr. Case is a wonderful professor, I am currently in her honors and lecture class. I love how she knows biology like the back of her hand, she is very knowledgeable in biology, she doesn't need notes or anything. The class is challenging, but if you review your notes everyday, you can get an A. I think you will enjoy Biology if you take her course.

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BIO215
Dec 14, 2008

I think studying the labs and lecture notes is key to get an A or B in the class. 75 is a B, shes quite generous. She is very smart and knows her stuff. Her tests are very hard, but, i learned a lot.

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BIOLO240
Dec 20, 2008

Enthusiastic, intelligent and very knowledgeable, this teacher has a passion for Microbiology and shares her knowlege with her students. I learned so much from her class. She is willing to answer any question you may have and will take time out to make sure you understand what you are doing in lab. If you do well in the lab, you will do well...

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BIO240
Dec 20, 2008

COME TO CLASS ON TIME, LISTEN DURING LECTURE AND READ THE BOOK. SHE IS VERY FAIR, DON'T BE LAZY THEN CRY ABOUT A POOR GRADE.

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BIO230
Jan 22, 2009

She comes off a little (understatement maybe?) mean, but deep down she is really kind hearted. There are a ton of old exams floating around that school with repeat questions so don't feel too bad about your test scores. If you are a dedicated student and want a biology related degree, you should stick to her. She will really help you if you let her

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BIO230
Feb 9, 2009

215/230 with case. VERY interesting facts during lecture but doesnt really relate to test material. she curves like hella. hard A, easy B. writes fantastic recommendations. got into every internship =) she has alot of power in the school & science field. volunteer for EYH, it'll pay off later. tests are multiple choice, not hard to "check ur ans"

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BIO101
Jun 1, 2009

Dr. Case comes off very strong, very unapproachable but that fades shortly after the semester starts. She expects students to know the basics of the subject she teaches regardless that I was in her intro. class. She is very fair. Be prepared to work extremely hard. I don't recommend missing any class - you will fall behind. Good luck!

4.0
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BIO230
Jun 18, 2009

This teacher is very hard to approach but won't bite you so don't be afraid of her. I took her biology 230 class and received an A. She may seem mean at first but this will change as the semester goes. Some people in here have said that her tests were the same as previous tests? well becareful with this people say because because her tests were ext

3.0
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BIOLO230
Jun 18, 2009

extremely hard

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BIO230
Aug 2, 2009

dont know what you guys talking about. she's beyond awesome. luv her to bits. just suck it up and stop whining. think this is hard, wait till u transfer.

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BIO101
Sep 23, 2009

In the end, I learned a lot and was grateful to have taken her, but it was a very hard class. I got a C but I felt like I accumulated an A's worth of info. The tests are super hard and tricky but if you attend lab regularly and put in all the effort there, you will pass her class. I also participated, which may have helped.

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BIO260
Dec 5, 2009

This chick is great! Best class I've ever had. Like everyone has mentioned earlier, hard test but SHE GIVE YOU A SECOND CHANCE. The labs will carry you. Theyre easy and fun. The teach has a sarcastic personality that I totally LOVE. She's comes off as arrogant but cant blame her. SHE WROTE THE BOOK. Give great lectures. Highly recommended

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BIO215
Dec 7, 2009

dude this class is hella hard. tests make no sense and dont really follow lecture. thumbs down

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BIO101
Mar 3, 2010

Currently taking her class. She's hard. Don't understand a thing in her lectures. Reading is def mandatory, so far labs are the only thing keeping me going w/ this class.

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BIO230
Mar 26, 2010

If you go to office hours, she tells you to read your book and form a study group.Doesn't even answer your question.If ask a question during class,she makes you feel stupid.Worst teacher ever had!Seems as if she hates her job.She's 79yrs.old. Def. should retire.Cocky, stuck-up, rolls her eyes constantly & disrespects students.Even calls them names!

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BIO230
Mar 30, 2010

awesome professor. dont know what the bottom few guys are talking about. seriously if u feel that way ure obviously not putting in any effort. and shes not 79yrs old. just look at the number of outstanding students she produced with their research and achievements/scholarships. they all have publications now. u just dont know how to treasure her

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BIO101
May 1, 2010

Horrible teacher! she is unorganized & her lectures are all over the board. you cant understand her notes & her tests are super hard & most of the questions on the test she hasnt gone over in class. very hard class, you basically need to teach your self. DO NOT TAKE!

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BIOL230
May 2, 2010

Her tests were impossibly difficult. In fact, her testing philosophy was, "If a majority of the class does not fail the test, it isn't hard enough." She did that so she could curve the tests. It makes it difficult to gauge one's own comprehension of the material. Her lectures were confusing, and she failed to answer questions well in class.

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BIO230
Aug 22, 2010

Hard teacher but knows her material! Not really helpful with questions but you'll need the textbook for her class as she refers to it alot. Don't miss lecture and study twice as hard for her exams because even though she curves her grading it's still hard! Learned a lot though!!

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BIO230
Sep 2, 2010

You will learn more from her than any other first/second semester biology teacher will ever teach you. She prepares u for the rest of ur bio classes AND future career. Look at her background. She DOES know all. But be prepared to work. If u r not a biology major find an easier class where u can fart around a just get ur credit. If u wanna b ahead of ur peers web u transfer, Balls up and take her class

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BIO215
Nov 8, 2010

Case is a TERRIBLE instructor. Her lectures are absolutely useless and irrelevant to the tests. Her tests are impossibly difficult even with lots of studying from the book. Although she curves her grades, it does not help you at all. She is very unorganized with her notes (which doesn't help on tests anyway). AVOID HER CLASSES AT ALL COSTS.

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BIO215
Jan 13, 2011

This is one of the more difficult classes I've taken @ skyline, however one of the more interesting ones. Case's lectures are always fascinating however rarely relevant to the material on the tests. Reading is definitely mandatory and do the practice quizzes on her tests, the only two things that helped me pass.

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BIO101
Jan 20, 2012

HEAVY WORKLOAD!! In addition to the 3 hour/week lectures, there is also a weekly lab, two online quizzes per week, weekly wordlists to learn, reading from the textbook, and 3 mandatory field trips, and one essay. All exams are taken as a group (except for the final) so she advises "choose your group wisely". If you are self driven, take this class.

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BIOL230
Mar 1, 2012

I've taken Dr. Case for 2 consecutive semesters, both being extremely difficult. Biology core 1/2 are tedious & completely up to how well you could comprehend raw information being thrown at you. Her lectures are intruiging, but they won't help much on the tests; the reading is what's important, but it's heavy & long. Good luck--you'll need it.

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BIO101
May 3, 2012

Keep in mind - really difficult class to pass. Even though she said, "as long as you go to lab, your gonna be fine." Theres labs 3 times a week - her labs and class lectures doesn't match what she talks about. I used her wordlist to help me out, but even that doesnt work well. Also, her textbook doesn't match the reference pages she listed.

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BIO215
Aug 28, 2012

I had her for Bio 215, 230 and 690. At first she seems really scary, but she softens up as the semester progresses, especially if you have lab with her. Like all bio classes, lab is mandatory so go to them, the labs are necessary to boost your grade. Tests are hard, need to read the book. She is a great teacher and has my respect.

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BIO230
Sep 22, 2012

Case's classes are some of the hardest classes i've taken in skyline. never ever skip a lecture because you'll be way behind once you do. she uses a lot of visuals but does not read off of the slides which is good! she's one of the best teachers i've had; really knows what she's talking about. you will learn a lot no matter what.

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BIO215
Oct 18, 2012

One of the hardest classes i've taken at Skyline. She structures it to be at a CSU/UC level to further prepare you when you transfer. It's going to take a lot of hard work, but put in the work and you'll come out just fine. My only complaint is although I love her lectures, many of them were irrelevant to the material on the test.

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BIOL230
Nov 8, 2012

If this is the only class you're taking then do it--you might have a chance. If not...then be prepared to get eaten alive. Case's lecture won't help you much, reading the textbook is the only way to have a chance at doing well and study study study.

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BIO230
Jan 6, 2013

I've taken Dr. Case for Bio 230 and several semesters for the independent study BIO 690. She is a wonderful professor and will help you out a lot as long as she sees you trying. She is HARD and she will demand you to attend and pay attention BUT in the end, it will only benefit YOU.

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BIO240
Jan 9, 2013

She knows her material. she is well organized and her lectures help you understand how what you are learning applies to the real world - interesting. Helpful to those she see's making an effort. You will have to make an effort in this class. Read the book, and make use of other resources she recommends. Hard but fair. Love micro now!

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BIO215BIO230
Mar 19, 2013

She is the professor you want to take! She motivates and challenges you to learn through open ended questions. The way she teaches and structures her course will help you in your long term goals! She's an amazing professor. Wish she was teaching at college I will be transferring to.

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BIOL101
Apr 15, 2013

She's awesome!. Best biology teacher I've ever had. I look forward to the lectures. The tests are all group tests, which is a pain, since everyone leeches answers off me, but otherwise, the class is great. I like the lectures more than the labs.

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BIOL215230
Jun 18, 2013

She is a challenging teacher but she does care for her students. If you ask her questions one on one she will answer or lead you towards the correct answer to make sure you understand the material. Highly recommend reading the book cause she gets test questions from the material in it. Don't be afraid to approach her!!

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BIO230
Jun 18, 2013

You will be thrown off by her tests but she is an easy grader. at first I felt really scared to approach her but you will find her super duper nice and helpful. She is really smart and high-leveled that sometimes you will feel like you cant catch up with what she is saying. But if you are a Bio major, I recommend you to take her class.

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BIO
Aug 6, 2013

Horrible Professor. Her lectures and labs don't match and she is really unapproachable. She cursed at me for checking the time on my phone once and told me to leave her class.

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BIO215
Grade: Not_Sure_Yet
Oct 8, 2013

Her lectures are the best, she is very interesting and engaging, but the tests and grading is a little too hard. But if you read the book regularly you should be fine.

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BIO215
Oct 14, 2013

She is a terrible teacher. She is very knowledgeable and understands biology very well. She emphasizes studying lecture notes for the test but the test is composed of book content. Very inconsistent teacher.

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BIO215
Mar 22, 2014

tests unrelated to lecture, high expectation that students have a solid understanding of biology, labs are confusing because she doesn't answer questions, not helpful when answering questions, not personable but is definitely very intelligent

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BIO101
Mar 26, 2014

Mrs. Case really knows her stuff. Her lectures are great and sometimes hilarious as she is quite sarcastic. Tests are hard, but she curves. As long as you study (textbook&notes) and pay attention in class, you will do well. Take notes while in class. Super important. Best class ever and best teacher ever. Love her power points! Miss this class!! :(

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BIO101
Sep 18, 2014

Horrible Professor... worst professor I have ever had. All she does is throw a ton a work at you and expects you to know it all without any good lecture on the material. I''m basically teaching myself biology. Really disappointed in the course. I recommend to stay far far away from this professor. You will fail and will not learn much.

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BIO240BIO215
Oct 22, 2014

I've taken her bio 240 microbiology bio 215 organismal biology, from what I can surmise her teaching style isn't a hands on, hold your hands approach. The lectures go on a tangent, and only skims the surface of the tests, be ready to actually use your textbook which seems like to much work for some :p labsemester projects will save your grade.

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80152
Oct 23, 2014

Dr. Case knows her stuff. She makes the class really enjoyable. It's Biology. It's going to be interesting anyway. I suggest that you stay on top of your reading assignments. You will need it. Also, get used to working with others. There's going to be a lot of group assignments. I would definitely take a class that she is teaching again.

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MICRO
Grade: Rather not say
Nov 12, 2014

I took Dr. Case's Micro class when I was in the Respiratory Therapy Program. It was so long ago -- 1974 -- but I consider her to be among the few who really made a difference in my education. I can count on one hand the professors who inspired me and that's a sad commentary on our educational process. I will always remember her as the best!

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BIOL215230
Grade: A
Jun 9, 2015

Her lectures are absolutely AMAZING. She may seem intimidating at first, but her sarcastic nature and humor grows on you. Her exams are TOUGH; she actually makes you THINK instead of memorizing random facts. Curve is VERY generous though. I learned A LOT from her which will help in future biology classes. One of the best professors I ever took.

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BIO240
Grade: A
Dec 29, 2015

Prof. Case clearly knows her stuff, but often she'll go on tangents in lecture & expects you to teach yourself dense material from the text -that she is a coauthor of. Tests are difficult & she's a tough grader overall, but the curve is generous. She'll help you out if you talk one-on-one. Go to every class, read the text, do well on hmwk A

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BIO101
Grade: B
Jan 31, 2016

This professor makes you work really hard but the test is not really what's taught to you so you actually have to think about the answers. The second field trip is the worst and hardest to forget because you witness how fecal water turns to drinking water, and she teaches you wine making is similar to this. And she's actually right.

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BIO215
Apr 27, 2016

Dr. Case was one of the hardest professors I've had. I got a B in her class; it's definitely not an easy A. Expect to put a lot of effort in this class. Tests were hard and she grades kind of hard in labs too. The class is difficult but not impossible to pass, just put in the effort.

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BIO101
Grade: D-
May 23, 2016

would never take again. not transferable. she knows her stuff, but that is so irrelevant when all homework and tests are extreeeemely difficult and unrelated to class discussion. So hard. the most unhelpful professor ive ever had. funny, sorta entertaining, but unrealistically harsh grader, hard tester, hard everything. class average was a D+.

2.0
4.0
BIOLO230
Jun 16, 2016
Wouldn't take again

She is very intimidating. You'd have to be very courageous to approach her. Never say"do you want this to be like this", she would reply in a mean way "I dont want it, it is how it is ". She is very adamant and cold hearted. She will not understand you or respect you at any means. She makes her lecture very interesting, you can get offended by her.

5.0
3.0
BIO215BIO230
Grade: A
Aug 20, 2016
Would take again

I took Bio 215, 230 and 695 with her. She's really a great professor who cares her students. Dr. Case was my mentor for two research projects. She's very helpful in responding all my emails and giving feedback on my works. Her lectures are awesome. Take good notes during lecture! Her tests are mostly based on lab and lecture.

Gives good feedback
Inspirational
Amazing lectures
1.0
5.0
BIO101
Grade: B+
Aug 26, 2016
Wouldn't take again

I found Christine Case to be one of the worst teachers I have had at skyline college. Her teaching style consists of picture power points with very minimal description. She often goes off topic talking about her personal interests instead of teaching material. If you want to pass, get ready to self-study. Overall not a good professor in my opinion.

Tough Grader
Get ready to read
TEST HEAVY
1.0
4.0
BIO240
Grade: A
Dec 28, 2016
Wouldn't take again

Professor Case wrote the textbook, so her lecture pretty much IS the book. Lectures can be overwhelming. READ READ READ the book and you'll be good. Never used my notes from class. She also likes to yell at the class when no one answers her questions.

Get ready to read
TEST HEAVY
EXTRA CREDIT
5.0
4.0
BIO215BIO230
Grade: B
Feb 8, 2017
Would take again

Case is the sassiest teacher I have taken. Her lectures are disorganized, jumping from topic to topic and then back again, but they're always filled with interesting tidbits. She won't hold your hand through the course, and will make fun of you if you ask (but will help you out after). I always look forward to her class.

Skip class? You won't pass.
Hilarious
Amazing lectures
1.0
5.0
BIO240
Grade: Drop/Withdrawal
Sep 11, 2017
Wouldn't take again

Worst teacher I've ever had. I've had strict teachers and though graders, Case was overall rude. I went to her office hours because I had some questions and she treated me like I was dumb ( in the first week!). She teaches with picture slides and expects you to know how to spell the complex vocabulary that bio involves. Don't take her class!

1.0
5.0
BIO101
May 21, 2018
Wouldn't take again

*WARNING* Professor Case is not afraid to act like you are stupid if you don't understand the material. If you're okay with sitting in her picture-slide lectures and learning about how milk will expire if you don't refrigerate it the whole period, sure take her class... she is extremely off topic and her lectures have nothing to do with the exams.

Tough Grader
Get ready to read
Participation matters
5.0
4.0
BIO230
Grade: A
Jul 4, 2018
Would take again

Dr. Case is the best teacher I ever had.I have learned so much in her class. The class is not easy you have put some effort. She looked intimidating at class, but very helpful during her office hours. She will love you if you take the research project seriously. Take notes read book and pay attention during lecture. Questions are based on lecture.

5.0
4.0
BIOL230
Grade: B
Aug 21, 2019
Would take again

dr. case is one of the best professor at skyline. i took biol 215, & 230 twice since i failed due to family issues. she was always really understanding of my dad getting sick. go to office hours and NEVER be scared to ask for help no matter how intimidating she may seem esp during lab. i always felt so lost, but she only helps those who asks.

Get ready to read
Hilarious
Amazing lectures
5.0
4.0
BIO215BIO230
Grade: A
May 22, 2020
Would take again

The class itself is rough, but if you read the textbook outside of class and take notes during class youll be fine. Lectures are not only helpful but riveting.

Respected
Participation matters
Skip class? You won't pass.
2.0
4.0
BIO215
Grade: Not sure yet
Nov 9, 2020
Would take again

I'm taking this class during COVID. The lectures are dry, dense, and long. The modules are locked until the day you were supposed to do it in class. Often requires you to go to parks for assignments. Would be ok if I had more than 2 days to do a lab- I don't live near lots of vegetation. Grading is skewed. Rarely gives full credit, but does have EC

Lots of homework
EXTRA CREDIT
Tough grader
1.0
4.0
BIO215
Grade: Not sure yet
Nov 15, 2020
Wouldn't take again

Currently doing well in the class (!!) but even as a UC grad this is one of my toughest classes to date. She is an extremely picky grader and often rude to students. It is currently week 12 of this COVID semester, and on top of burn out she has assigned 5 EXTRA assignments the week before a group project is due (aka the day before Thanksgiving.)

Group projects
EXTRA CREDIT
Tough grader
1.0
5.0
BIO215
Grade: C
Nov 18, 2020
Wouldn't take again

Professor Case was a horrible professor. She is very insensitive. Do not take her.

Get ready to read
Group projects
EXTRA CREDIT
1.0
5.0
BIO215
Grade: Not sure yet
Nov 20, 2020
Wouldn't take again

Professor Case is one of the worst professors that I have ever taken. Her grading criteria is extremely unclear and she is often rude when providing feedback. Some of the feedback includes, "????". Throughout this semester, there has been very little support from her. Do yourself a favor and do not take her class.

Lots of homework
Lecture heavy
Tough grader
1.0
4.0
BIO101
Grade: B
Dec 10, 2020
Wouldn't take again

Professor Case was one of the worst professors Ive had at Skyline. Our class was taught online due to covid, and each one of her assignments were quizzes that only have one attempt. The lecture videos that she creates for you to watch before the quiz barely covers the questions that are on the quiz. Did not grade my paper based on its content.

Lecture heavy
Tough grader
1.0
5.0
BIO215
Grade: D
Dec 15, 2020
Wouldn't take again

Professor Case gave out so much work and was so bad at communicating that most of the time the whole class was confused. We would have to teach ourselves most of the biology and the lectures were not even helpful when taking the quizzes. I did develop a bit of interest for biology but I don't think it was because of her

1.0
4.0
BIO101
Grade: Not sure yet
Dec 16, 2020
Wouldn't take again

This class was by far the hardest class I have taken at Skyline, not because of the subject, but because of Professor Case. She looks for very specific things in your answers and will give you tests that her lectures barely even cover. Her feedback is not at all helpful and actually makes you feel a little bad about yourself. Would not take again.

Get ready to read
Test heavy
Tough grader
1.0
4.0
BIO101
Grade: Not sure yet
Dec 18, 2020
Wouldn't take again

Very confusing test questions that do not match lectures

Tough grader
1.0
4.0
BIO215
Grade: A
Dec 24, 2020
Wouldn't take again

It doesnt matter if youre a try hard, or if youre a sloppy student. With Professor Cases class, you have to sacrifice your time and part of your life and mental health if you want to succeed with an A. I ended the semester with an A, but I would never take her class again. Shes smart, but she lacks the human component. She just doesnt care.

Lots of homework
Accessible outside class
Test heavy
1.0
5.0
BIOL215
Grade: Not sure yet
Feb 9, 2021
Wouldn't take again

Although the semester just started, everyone is already struggling and very confused about what she wants from us. She is always very blunt and never specific in her lectures and in her comments about homework/labs. She assigns a lot of homework and quizzes and youre expected to find most info on your own because she is very vague in her lectures.

Lots of homework
Tough grader
1.0
5.0
BIO215
Grade: A
Mar 22, 2021
Wouldn't take again

I took Case during covid, which was difficult esp as an intimidating professor. Extremely hard tests, critical grading with assignments. Lectures were barely related to quizzes. Had to dedicate so much time for labs and research project. It was stressful but I can only imagine how it can be even worse in-person.

Test heavy
Lecture heavy
Tough grader
2.0
5.0
BIO215
Mar 26, 2021
Wouldn't take again

Class is online, so it's been difficult to do the work for her labs, as the instructions are so vague. When emailed a question, her responses are also super vague and provide no help. She almost acts as if we're all dumb and expects us to just know what she's talking about. Not a fan of her class but I like the subject of biology so I stick with it

Lecture heavy
EXTRA CREDIT
Tough grader
5.0
4.0
BIO215
Grade: A
Mar 27, 2021
Would take again

Professor Case is truly one of the most amazing professors I have had so far! She cares so much, and she is so passionate for what she does! The key to succeeding in this course is asking for help, and going to office hours. This is a hard course, as one would expect from a biology course, but it's incredibly fun, and I wish it was in person!

Group projects
EXTRA CREDIT
Tough grader
1.0
5.0
BIO101
Grade: Not sure yet
Apr 10, 2021
Wouldn't take again

Stay away from this professor. You won't learn much, the way she words questions on tests is mind-boggling.

Lots of homework
Test heavy
Tough grader
1.0
4.0
BIO101
Grade: Not sure yet
Sep 15, 2021
Wouldn't take again

Lacks any sort of human empathy. She's super condescending and interrupts students constantly without allowing them to fully explain their point. Questions are super vague and confusing, and she sometimes asks questions on subjects that haven't been covered yet. Shes super unhelpful, any issues that crop up outside of class are no excuse in her eye

Skip class? You won't pass.
Lecture heavy
Tough grader
1.0
4.0
BIO215
Grade: A
Sep 18, 2021
Wouldn't take again

Christine is rude, dismissive & condescending. She becomes visibly irritated if you have questions. I dont know why she bothers to teach if shes going to be unhelpful & unapproachable. Her method of teaching is erratic. Find another professor even if its on a different campus. If she doesnt have enough students enrolled she cant teach a class

Lots of homework
Get ready to read
Skip class? You won't pass.
1.0
4.0
BIO101
Grade: Rather not say
Oct 5, 2021
Wouldn't take again

Professor Case has got to be one of the toughest professors in Skyline. Not only are her lectures and exams not corresponding with each other correctly, but when asking for help she's very much condescending with questions asked. There is zero to minimal relation with lectures to exams by the way, so beware.

Lots of homework
Skip class? You won't pass.
Tough grader
2.0
5.0
BIO215
Grade: Not sure yet
Oct 7, 2021
Wouldn't take again

Prof Case is one of the only Prof's I cannot stand. She does give extra credit and less credit do-overs for lab assignments, but her exams and quizzes are HARD. I would copy her video lectures word for word and still not get a full score. Seems like she hates helping students. Quiz questions are worded oddly, so it's all bad. Hate this class.

Skip class? You won't pass.
Lecture heavy
Tough grader
1.0
5.0
BIO215
Grade: B
Oct 20, 2021
Wouldn't take again

She is very condescending, makes you feel like you're stupid. She gives lots of quizzes and her exams are very DIFFICULT. Labs were also hard to understand and we are left to fend for ourselves and fail the experiments. She does do-overs for it but it doesn't help much. Extra credit also doesn't help much.

Skip class? You won't pass.
Test heavy
Tough grader
1.0
5.0
BIOL215
Nov 8, 2021
Wouldn't take again

Quizzes after every lecture, labs are confusing, lectures are vague, and rarely help. Most of the information comes from the reading. She is also rude in lab. She would force my hand onto the microscope when she wanted me to do something. Going to her labs makes me want to cry. If you have the option, don't take her class. Worst professor ever.

Get ready to read
Test heavy
Tough grader
1.0
5.0
BIO215
Grade: C-
Nov 19, 2021
Wouldn't take again

Case is terrible. Questions/concerns about grade and she will have it our for you! Got marked a 3 when my partner had a 8. Class average is C. Exams/quizzes are impossible to pass. Lectures are inexplicit. Hits and yells at students if procedures are done wrong. Feedback is judgmental and not constructive. Everyone during labs are always confused.

1.0
5.0
BIO215
Jan 25, 2022
Wouldn't take again

Professor Case is an extremely hard professor. Her lectures make absolutely no sense and do not correlate to any of the quizzes. It is extremely hard to get even a B in her class. The labs are hard and she does not provide much help, and her grading is ridiculous. I would not recommend this professor to anyone

Tough grader
Lots of homework
Test heavy
5.0
4.0
BIO215BIO230
Grade: A
Apr 19, 2022
Would take again

Opportunities to participate in research and extracurriculars that can boost your resume and networking = priceless at community college. Read in advance to understand concepts + listen/record/study lecture notes - they may not always overlap, but anything is fair game for exams. She provides a solid bio foundation IMO (current med student).

Tough grader
Respected
Lecture heavy
1.0
5.0
BIO230
May 28, 2022
Wouldn't take again

Professor Case is a very nice and knowledgeable person but an extremely tough professor. It is very difficult to even get a B in her class. Very test and lecture heavy. She does curve the tests, but not enough to where it'll help raise your grade. 3 tests and one final along with a research project. I would recommend staying away from her.

Tough grader
Test heavy
Lecture heavy
4.0
4.0
BIO240
Grade: B+
Feb 15, 2024
Would take again

She a brilliant professor. Expects you to work and study hard. A fair grader. Definitely helps you in labs

Participation matters
Group projects
Amazing lectures
4.0
4.0
BIO240
Grade: B+
Dec 3, 2024
Would take again

She's a brilliant professor. Expect to work hard, but she'll help you in lab. unstuck AI was super useful for study prep.

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