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Reviews (109)
A passion for teaching and helping students. She's great!
Very passionate about teaching. She provides awesome handouts with cool graphics that are better than the book. Very clear and organized lecture presentation. She is always available after class for questions. One awesome teacher!
Best teacher I've ever had and I've had 4 years at a distiguished university before this class.
Christy is the best teacher ever! She makes the class exciting, interesting, and fun, and I have learned a ton from her. She teaches everything in a clear, easy to understand manner, and is always willing to help students who need it.
While the material is not easy, Christine makes it easier with her enthusiasm and great teaching style. Taking anatomy with Christine is a treat - it's amazing that an instructor of this quality is available at a community college. Medical school level
Christine is an awesome teacher. She goes above and beyond the normal role of a teacher. I have not found a teacher like Christine ever. She makes learning so fun and you never forget what she has taught you. She has wonderful visual aids.
Miss Peters is a very excellent teacher with lots of passion. She has a great attitude and lots of smarts. I would highly recommend her for any class she teaches, she is the shiznit!!!!
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very good teacher. well organized, teaches through computer aid. Loves what shes doing, very good class. must take
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Very dedicated and well informed. Her quality of teaching is extremely high. To give you an idea, even in a UC system school, she will probably rate as one of the best. Her choice of text books are excellent, and her labs are very interesting.
Awesome instructor! I'm now at SJSU in the Nursing program and doing great thanks to Christine! She'll prepare you very well. Be ready to study hard but it worth it. Anyone that says otherwise just wants an easy A!
Christine is awesome. She loves teaching and will help as much as she can. Her lecture notes and labs are very detailed. She really wants you to learn. I have taken her for 3 different classes and wish I could take more from her.
Excellent teacher
Ms. Peters always prepares a good lecture, but she is an even better listener. Also, she thinks she is pretty funny.
not a very good professor.just because these comments say good things about her, doesnt necessarily mean they are true. a few of classmates, including myself, dreaded going to her class everyday...overall she just isnt a good professor.
she a great teacher, the class is hard, but she gives you all the info. that you need. Don't slack off it hard to keep up. Do all the study questions, labs,and homework. they come up on the all the test
We(6)strongly advise everyone not to take this instructor. She mainly helps those she likes. She does not understand differences in learning styles so she is not patient when explaining things, this is evident by the rolling of her eyes, and sighing.
As a past teacher myself, and as a 4.0 student, i cannot honestly say that my two courses with Ms. Peter's were anything better then mediocre. Sure, she does what it takes, but nothing more. If you desire that "something more", look elsewhere.
The material for this class is hard and she didnt do anything but lecture! She wasnt helpful and her exams were confusing. She makes you work all weekend to write long paragraphs on labs for ONLY 3 pts perlab. Its interesting she is dept. chair...
She makes it clear what you need to know. She is wonderful in her presentation of material and has made great efforts to thoroughly cover all necessary material. For anyone taking this class for Nursing....she's THE TEACHER!
I read the feedback on Miss Peters before I took started the class, fall/04 and was so totally scared! Turns out people that leave feedback just like to complain. She is the REALLY GREAT!
Christine is a very well organized teacher. She makes it easy to learn because she does a lot of the organizational work for you. You do have to study quite a bit to get a good grade, but if you want to learn Anatomy this is the teacher for you!
I have my bachelor's degree and have seen a lot of teachers. Christine is one of the best I have encountered. She is extremely organized and helpful, loves what she teaches, and makes the class as easy as it is possible for anatomy to be. She's great!
I don't know why anyone would not like her as a professor! Sorry folks, but Physiology is not an easy course! She was an extremely good professor, and if you put any effort into the course, you could easily do well! I had her last semester, and she was very clear and helpful! The labs did suck!
Not a stand out teacher by a long shot, but she seems new still - bottom line, take someone else!
An awsome teacher! She puts an extreme amount of effort in explaining concepts. She's wonderfully animated and gives great analogies. Seriously dedicated to her teaching and students!!
I have a bachelors degree in Molecular and Cell Biology, and I am familiar with a number of different teaching styles. I have to say Christine's method of teaching is my favorite. She is able to make one of the most difficult courses very comprehendable. It's hard to belief that she is not a PHD.
Christine is a GREAT teacher. She makes learning fun and is always enthusiastic about teaching. As long as you study hard you will do fine.
This class is so interesting, but also very demanding. The labs can drag on at times but you will get a lot out of them. Be prepared to study hard.... Miss Peter's gives you everything you need to know. The class can see rushed at times just stay on top of things!!
She is a great teacher! I love her style! I have learned so much from her, and am waiting to take Physio with her. She is well orginized and keeps the class interesting. She does not do extra credit, but if you study, you will do fine! Definitly a good teacher!
The absolute best professor I've had in my ENTIRE undergraduate career. Prof. Peters teaches the lecture AND her own labs! Extremely hard working, 7 am to very late in the evening. This is great for us students if we have questions. Straight forward prof. in lecture, quizzes and exams!
Christine Peters is the greatest teacher I have ever had in my entire life. Christine goes above and beyond the normal role of a teacher. She is very prepared and knows how to relay information to students. Her professionalism is wonderful and she just simply ROCKS.IF U want to learn take her.
Just received my Fall 04 grade - "A", i'm psyched but can't advise this teacher whatsoever. She often rushes through lectures because we are behind, therefore only ~40% of the class understands anything - tutoring is a must. It also takes her weeks to get tests back to us. Take someone else!
SHES CAN BE VERY RUDE! DEFINITELY HAS FAVORITES. I LIKE THAT SHE IS ORGANIZED BUT WHEN YOU ASK QUESTIONS SHE ACTS LIKE ITS A CHORE TO ANSWER THEM!
Explains clearly in lecture and provides online outline of every lecture. Makes herself available for questions - is often in her office outside of *office hours*. Prompt about returning email/voicemail messages. Not overly friendly, but sincere and helpful. Accepts questions in class graciously.
-She could make the class way more fun -She is not organized -She does not seem totally knowledgeable of the subject matter -She does NOT go out of her way 4 students who are not class pets. "C-" prof
I hate Biology and this teacher made it interesting. She is available outside of class, and easy to talk to. She does not have class pets nor is she rude, so I am not sure why people are saying negative things about her. I would recommend her class.
Shes very helpful!! And very sweet!
I thought she was a great teacher. Very clear and organized. Tests were handed back in a timely fashion. Tests= T/F, Mulitple choice, essay, and identification. Not an easy class by any means, takes hard work and dedication to do good. Good teaching style in my opinion.
Tough, but excellent professor. Would take her again in a heart beat. Test are tough. Must study.
Ms. Peters is a great teacher! She is very organized & knowledgeable. Has handouts ready for all lectures along w/ study ?s 2 help take notes & get ready for exams. Always asks if students have ?s & answers all of them. Really good at responding to emails & if not in class, she is totally in her office & will even answer ?'s when not office hrs-2co
NEVER take her...NEVER! horrible teacher, not helpful, doesn't know how to explain the material. I dont think anyone got an A in her class except for maybe one person. Rude to students and does not prepare you for the material on her tests. Few students left in the end.
Very multimedia oriented. Fairly helpful. Very energetic about her subject. She has a physiology emphasis, so her biology is a bit vague.
She doesn't really explain anything. I get more from reading the book than I do listening to her. It should be the other way around. The only reason I go to class is so I don't lose points. She needs to be more prepared for each class. It seems like she has never taught before or almost like she is figuring things out as she goes along.
She is the best teacher I have ever had! Know's how to communicate the material at a level so you can understand it, yet still sound intelligent. Anyone that has said bad comments about her is just bitter because they don't study and think they can just fly through the class. It's a lot of work.. but she makes it worth it!
AWESOME teacher. I wasn't interested in Bio before her class but she makes it so easy to understand and is very helpful. Lectures are clear and to the point, very helpful lecture handouts. No surprises on her tests and quizzes. If your not a science person but need to take science as a requirement, THIS IS THE CLASS FOR YOU.
I took both Bio 47 and 48 W/ her. If you think that you can miss the classes or not study on a regular basis and get a good grade, this is not your class. Peters is a very good teacher and trys her best to clear the subject for the students. She is always ready to help her students. Her tests are very detailed and long. I got A in her classes.
If studying hard makes us "pets," than so be it! Obviously and sadly, you don't know how to study. There is NO better teacher than Ms. Peters. She even has the notes ready that YOU "blue-faced-morons" are supposed to write yourselves. I hardly openned my books, all the studying I did was from her notes and got A's in both classes. Loosers!!!
I thought she was an awesome teacher. She makes outlines for you notes that you just have to fill in with what she puts up on the projector, and then study them. Super easy. Make sure you show up everyday, because she does have a pop-quiz now and then. (I can't believe none of you guys put down that she's hot!?)
The below person who called evaluators of Ms. Peter's "loosers" needs to learn how to spell as well as learn that folks on this site do not take evals with immature comments like yours seriously. As for Ms. Peters, the only reason she needs "handouts" is to make up for her inadequacies as a lecturer - i'd suggest another teacher.
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Ms Peters is great. She really knows her stuff. I am so glad that I took the class with her.I needed a lot of help and she spent the time to explain things three and four times - with no hesitation. Always willing to help even when she didn't have office hrs. THANKS Ms Peters. She makes complicated concepts easy to understand. Definitely take her
Ms Peter's is terrible. She simply does not know her stuff. I am so upset that I took the class with her. I often needed extra help, but she never took the time to really explain things and often hesitated to help, period. She rarely makes her office hours and makes complex topics even harder to understand. Definitely stay away!!
This site is about giving an opinion, not about chastising fellow students who took the time to post a rating. I had Ms. Peter's and would not take her again. Her "rating summary" tells the real story - 64 ratings and an overall quality score of 3.7 out of 5 (74%) - nobody needs a "C" rated professor - the proof is in the pudding folks!
I agree that her "ability as a teacher" does not warrant her arrogance and downright nasty attitude. I really feel sorry for the lower IQ students. Fear not, you will learn a bit, but you won't enjoy it whatsoever...i'm not referring to the work load, it's her negative and frustrated attitude that filters down into the classroom. Thumbs down!
Peters is an awesome teacher. Incredibly knowledgeable on the subject, almost always at school to answer any of your questions. She's extremely helpful. It's a TOUGH class. She gives you the tools that you need to get a good grade, you just need to study your a$$ off, but it will help you out in the long run. Pretty easy on the eyes, as well... :)
Excellent teacher. Focused and knowlegeble. Tests are tricky.Comprehensive finals. Fair grading. You really have to understand the concepts not only study them if you want to get a good grade.
Peters is an excellent teacher. She knows her stuff and wants students to love the subject as much as she does. She is fair, and hard. She is willing to help students learn. I would highly recommend her, but it was the toughest class I have ever survived.
Terrible teacher! Not very knowledgeable, never prepared for class, unclear lectures with no visuals. Presents hard material in a way that makes no sense. Seems like questions annoy her - no patience with students, especially on the complex material. There's teachers out there who rate and teach way better than her!
Dude - did you ever go to class?!? She uses to the computer to project her entire lecture w/ tons of images!! She puts her all her lecture outlines on line!! Did you ever go to the website?? Check it out if you are unsure!! She's a great instructor, she even wrote 2 lab manuals. Totally prepared & always willing to help students. Super knowledgable
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She uses the computer to project her entire lecture w/ tons of images because she can't teach!! She puts all her lecture outlines on-line because everyone's scrambling to stay afloat due to poor lectures. She's a terrible instructor, she even wrote 2 lab manuals that are equally as bad! Beware!!
I think this was one of the worst professors I have had! She is unprepared, unapproachable, and uncaring. I tend to be good in bio but she made it hard and stressful. My lowest recommendation!
What an amazing class with an amazing instructor! I feel as though I have learned soooooo much. Ms. Peters is so organized, patient, knowledgeable, and enthusiastic about what she is teaching! I highly recommend taking human anatomy with Christine! The cadavers are not as scary as I thought too!
Very good instructor.
Don't pay attention to the previous comment that she can't teach.Great teacher who caters to her audience at a community college.Once in a while she is difficult to approach but she truly wants her students to learn and she is fascinated with her subject which is inspiring.Even stops by your lab because she is so interested in what you are learning
Very difficult class, however teacher is extremely knowledgeable of curriculum. You have to study, study, study!! Not a fresh air course,& not for the faint at heart! I got a C and I'm sooo proud of it, if I could hang it on a wall I would!! Boy am I glad that class is over, whew..
Terrible instructor! I feel as though I have learned zippo. Ms. Peters is so unorganized, inpatient, unknowledgeable, and unenthusiastic about what she is teaching! I highly discourage you from taking human anatomy with Christine! The cadavers are not as scary as the thought of the time you've wasted on this class!
Very organized instructor who is engaged with her subject;however, most of the time her face is expressionless which makes her difficult to approach.Never returns emails so if you have questions go to her office or talk in person.Answer the study questions and form study groups studying atleast 4hours/week to earn a B+/A. Work hard! :)
This is more of a home-study-read the materials and take the tests course. If you want to learn from the lecture, forget it. This teacher is the perfect example of a smart person who really knows their stuff, but just can't teach it! Terrible teacher. Forget about asking for help unless you want to see the whites of her eyes as they roll up at you!
I dropped this class after a few lectures. This is the type of teacher who literally READS to her class and calls it a lecture. I could be self taught and get the same info. You will experience no value added benefit by taking this class from Ms. Peter's - you might as well just buy the book and study it cover to cover.
Mrs. Peters makes Biology class so interesting and fun; she is a great teacher! She makes this complex and heavy topic so clear and easy to understand. We need more teachers like her, who teaches with pasion and give interest to the students. Truly inspiring!
I think she is a wonderful teacher. She really cares about students. She is very helpful. Her tests are detailed. I took bio 47 and 48 with her and I got an A in both. These classes are not easy classes. You really need to study. Those students who complain about her are not studing and want to get an easy A. So stop nagging and start studying!
Christine is probably one of the best teachers I have ever had, not to mention, the best looking one :) She is very helpful and makes sure you understand the material before she moves on. She is always on time and organized. Its a VERY hard class, but thats not her fault, its the subject metter shes AWESOME, im taking her for Physiology in the fall
she's an awful teacher. she teaches everything at a fast pace without clarity. I thought she was ok (at best) until i saw how ill-prepared i was for the next level course. WV teachers usually rock, but not this one!
Ms. Peter's is not truly a "teacher." She is a "provider of information" at best. I could have read a book and received the same boost in my Bio knowledge base. Some teachers just don't have the gift, and she's a perfect example.
Christine prides herself on perfect lecture form -- the problem is they're "perfect" from her viewpoint only. She needs to figure out a way to really "teach" not just plop data in front of us. I could read a book and learn the same info she imparts. No go on this one folks!
Its funny how people are saying that they learned nothing from the class and its all the teachers fault. Comments like " I could have read the book to get the same information" Thats what you are suppose to do, the instructor does not do the studying for you, It takes alot of study time OUTSIDE the class, Just suck it up and hit the books.
Just completed Physio fall/2007 and had never worked so hard in all my life. I was proud to know I passed the class the first time around. A good majority of the people in my class had taken twice. Stay on top of your studies, put your all in the homework and labs;helps point wise. Test are detailed, long and hard. Do all the study questions!
Come on, people! A&P are extremely difficult classes NOT because of the teacher. They require a lot of studying. Do you really believe you can get these subjects from lectures only?Sleep less and work harder. I'm in a nursing school now, and I appreciate the quality and depth of Christine's classes. She really taught me to understand physiology.
I personally loved her teaching methods, she is VERY good at explaining difficult concepts. She really wants her students to understand the material, always willing to help. She has a good sense of humor too and gets along with everybody. One of the best biology teachers I have ever had
Must be the "class pets" are chiming in, as this teacher is no teacher at all. I earned an "a" but in no thanks to Ms. Peter's. Oh, and i did it all while not being a brown nose. She's below average as bio teachers go, so try someone else.
This prof is not a natural when it comes to teaching. Despite all of her "presentation," the meat of what one needs to learn is not there. The ego, attitude and eye rolling is not helpful either. One can stick out her course/lack of ability and get an A, but i'd suggest taking someone you can actually learn from.
CHRISTINE PETERS IS A GREAT TEACHER! Don't listen to the other slackers on this site! She is one of the best teachers i have ever had. Hardly uses the book (no need to even buy it). Gives you everything that is going to be on the tests in her 'lecture handouts'! They are very helpful! Memorize those and get an easy A :)
BEST INSTRUCTOR EVER. A/P is extremely hard and she makes it a smooth transition. I enjoyed going to her lectures because I learned so much and she has such a passion to teach. I applied everything I learned from her to succeed in EMT school and am now pre-med at UCSD utilizing everything she has taught me. AWESOME INSTRUCTOR.
This teacher is EXTREMELY serious and stern about her class and students. Very strict yet doesn't have a very good rep with employers (students aren't well prepared). She is a VERY hard grader. Can be VERY RUDE.
CMON PEOPLE. this is human anatomy here we're talking about! this class is SUPPOSED to be insane; but Christine made me surprised at how well i understood the material. you need to show up to lecture, or else u'l be lost! Lab usually goes for most of the 3 hour but she is amazingly clear about everything! LOVED her.
Took her for Anatomy and currently have her for Physiology. She's pregnant w/ twins so this is her last semester for a while. Anatomy: just a lot of time to memorize everything. Physio: do study questions & the homework questions to prep for the essay questions on the exam. Mult choice, T or F ?'s. Quiz once a week that really help u stay on task
Very nice teacher. Has a quiz every week which is extremely helpful. Anatomy is a difficult class so it's important to have a good instructor, which she definitely is. Don't take Norris, or Gallardo (especially!) for anatomy at WVC. I really enjoyed her class.
she's a terrible teacher. She teaches everything at a fast pace and without clarity. Word is that you'll be ill-prepared for your future courses. I'm wishing that i knew about this site before enrolling. WV teachers usually rock, but not this one!
LOVED her class, she is one of the few instructors at this school that actually makes science enjoyable. If you don't study for at least 5 hours per day (if this is new material to you), then you will not pass.
Anatomy is a very tough class! lots of memorizing!!I didn't buy the book and I still got an A! just go to class=participation points!Christine is a great teacher-very knowledgeable about the material and she will answer all questions. I recommend the 'coloring'book and printing up the lecture notes before class. lots of cadaver work and dissections
yes, the subject matter takes student effort to master, but a good teacher fosters an environment for her students to do so. Not the case here. Going through the motions doesn't cut it.
I would have to agree with the below negative commentary. Pre-burn out she might have been a decent teacher?? Sarcasm and class favorites are not cool either. I plan to take my "A" and put the experience behind me.
Christine is a nice person overall. She knows what she is talking about, but tends to over talk about subjects and repeats like crazy. She laughs at herself constantly and has "favorites." Her tests/pop quizzes are very hard and challenging, so you definitely have to keep on top of your studying. HARD CLASS!
She has good intentions, but just doesn't have what it takes to teach this sort of subject matter. You will do yourself alot of good if you take another section. A bit late for me to do that unfortunately. I plan to take my A and run as far from this prof as i possible.
She is awesome! She is really organized and knowledgeable. If you go to lecture and lab you only have to study that material and you will do well. Exams are hard but straight forward. I definitely feel prepared. I already have my BS from UC Davis and she is by far one of my best teachers! STUDY and you will do well.
She is an excellent teacher. Keeps the information fresh to all advances in the field. She will answer all questions. Very student oriented.
Christine is a wonderful Teacher and person. She is m favorite teacher so far. She has passion for what she is doing and is great making it understandable for others.
Christine brings enthusiasm and passion to her classes every session.She provides easy to grasp analogies that were tremendously helpful.She covers quiz answers and labs completely.She makes lab exciting and fun.She has a likable personality and professional demeanor.She is well respected and knows her stuff inside out.Shehasmyvoteforbestteacher!
Christine simply loves helping students. She will explain the information to the greatest of her ability, and she will repeat it when necessary. Don't expect graded tests and assignments too quickly because she has two toddlers and a husband with a sleeping disorder, which she doesn't neglect. Please expect to study quite a bit for this class
The actual subject of Human Anatomy is HARD. There is so much info to retain. It's a pretty fast paced course, but Christine is an AMAZING teacher. She does all she can to help us remember the material, and is absolutely hilarious. Love the class. But definitely be prepared to take a break from your social life with all of the necessary studying!
I like her fill in the blank lecture handouts. It allows more time to listen and absorb information, instead of having to write down everything. Tests are based on those handouts.
walking in to Stanton's first lecture i could tell it was going to be a hard but extremely interesting semester. I learned so incredibly much from this teacher seriously she is so passionate about what she teaches. I 100% recommend taking her class even though she makes you work hard- I had no idea so much information could fit in my brain
Christine is by far the best teacher at West Valley! I had her for anatomy and physiology, so of course the lectures are going to be heavy bc they are not easy subjects. But, she is very thorough, providing lots of videos and personal experiences to help understand the material better. Answer the study questions at the end of lecture outlines!
She kept the class interesting bringing in her own outside knowledge on the material covered in class. She would not waste a minute of lecture which consisted of slides. All material is online so if you miss a class you can easily recover material. Easy class especially if you already know the basics of biology.
Highly recommend!!
Professor Stantan's BIO047 class is a great choice. She uses helpful lecture handouts, and her thorough teaching style makes the challenging material more manageable. Attending class and using resources like Unstuck ai can really pay off.
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104748
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(6)BIOLOGY48
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(1)PHYSIO
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(2)ANATOMY47
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BIOSC048
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BIO471
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BIO010L
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BIO048
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