4.6

Claudia Barner-Corva

Chemistry - Pasadena City College

4.6
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What Students Say

She makes chemistry for non majors fun

CHEM10 - 5.0 rating

Her teaching style is great

CHEM10 - 4.0 rating
Class Info

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Reviews (103)
5.0
4.0
CHEM2AP
May 23, 2002

She makes hard subjects easy to understand.

5.0
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CHEM10
Jul 19, 2002

No Comments

5.0
1.0
CHEM10
Apr 24, 2003

Really funny and makes chemistry apply to real life

5.0
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CHEM10
Apr 25, 2003

shes cool dude

5.0
1.0
CHEM2A
Apr 25, 2003

She's really fun and is concerned with each student individually. She is also fun to talk to! = )

5.0
1.0
PHYSCI2
May 2, 2003

real fun lectures. great teacher. some writing but a lot comes from opinion and own view.

5.0
1.0
CHEM10
May 14, 2003

great teache. you will have fun in her class.

5.0
3.0
CHEM2A
Jun 22, 2003

She is verry cool. I hate chemistry, but she was so good I got an "A". Learned more than I was interested in. Applies chemistry to life very efficiently.

5.0
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PHYSCI2
Jul 29, 2003

coolest ever.

5.0
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PHYSCI2
Aug 30, 2003

i had barner-corva for both phy sci 2 and chem 10, and she is really easy, really fun and entertaining. Her classes are almost impossible to add, so register quick!

5.0
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HUMANITIES
Sep 2, 2003

Very memorable, made tough subjects very eassy, related everything to life so well

5.0
1.0
CHEM10L
Oct 20, 2003

bad ass... really cool... gotta love her

5.0
1.0
CHEM10PHY2
Oct 28, 2003

I took both of the classes she teaches..she is amazing..one of THE best teachers there for overall learning and easiness of class..she teaches you a lot of things you NEVER knew about..and lessons are either notes included or unbelievably simple.

5.0
1.0
HUMAN2
Nov 13, 2003

She is a awesome teacher... as long as you turn in all your paper you should do really good in her class. She's a off the wall teacher.

5.0
1.0
PHYSSCI2
Nov 20, 2003

Tommy and Peter! The coolest professor ever. She also drives a porche. She actually made school super fun for us.

5.0
2.0
HUMANITIES
Nov 26, 2003

Dr. Barner is a life teacher who i think is the best teacher at PCC and you will remember her for the rest of your life.

5.0
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CHEM10
Dec 3, 2003

Awesome. Interesting. FUN!

5.0
3.0
HUMANNITIE
Dec 13, 2003

No Comments

5.0
1.0
PHYSC2
Dec 18, 2003

Cool teacher. Add her class before it gets full.

4.0
2.0
CHEM2A
Feb 5, 2004

Awsome professor! One of the easines teacher on campus.

5.0
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PHYS2
Feb 16, 2004

Her class is pretty easy, but she demands lots of oral communication and talks too much.

5.0
1.0
PHYS2
Feb 17, 2004

The best professor you can possibly have at pcc. She's just too damn cool.

5.0
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CHEM
Feb 21, 2004

she's the best

4.0
3.0
CHEMITRY2
Mar 18, 2004

No Comments

5.0
1.0
CHEM2A
Mar 23, 2004

No Comments

5.0
1.0
CHEM10
Apr 21, 2004

Nicest and smartest teacher in a chemistry course ever. Makes chemistry fun for all those non-science majors so you can pass on and get with your major. Great if you only need to get the GE credits!

3.0
2.0
CHEM2A
May 5, 2004

a very self-confidant teacher, in another word she is very cocky professor!! but if you want some day-offs, take her class because she'll give u some, she cancel classes aften~

5.0
1.0
CHEM10
Jun 5, 2004

COOLEST TEACHER EVER TAKEN AT PCC. HER CLASS IS FUN YOU LEARN ALOT FROM HER, BETTER REG. EARLY HER CLASS GETS FULL FAST. I WISH THEY HAD MORE TEACHERS LIKE HER

5.0
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CHEM2A
Jun 10, 2004

super duper cool there no teacher like her best chem teacher ever

5.0
2.0
CHEM2A
Jun 11, 2004

She took me in as a refugee from Dr. Thomas' class. What an awesome teacher, great human being, and brilliant woman. I learned a ton and she made it a great experience. I wish she taught 2B. Study hard and ask questions. I got an A, so can you.

5.0
1.0
CHEM10
Jun 17, 2004

She is good!! just do all your essays and class project you will be fine! easy class.

5.0
1.0
CHEM10
Jun 30, 2004

She's great! Easy to get an A if you do your project (easy) and essays (easy)! She makes chem fun and interesting! she also gets u to think about alot of stuff that u don't normally give a 2nd glance! TAKE HER!

4.0
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CHEM10
Jul 20, 2004

Good teacher and confident in helping students learn. Cancels class some what often, but, overall conveys the information very well

5.0
1.0
CHEM10
Oct 23, 2004

She is an awesome teacher, she really knows her****. Shes really nice. All the jocks take her thats how easy her class is

5.0
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CHEM10CHEM2A
Nov 8, 2004

Very easy classes. If you're looking to boost up your gpa, take her courses. Chem 10 was totally easy and fun. She explains things well and tests and quizzes are based on notes-no need to buy the book. Very cool professor and helpful. I usually HATE science, but she makes it easy.

5.0
1.0
CHEM10PHYSCI2
Nov 12, 2004

very cool and fun teacher. makes learning fun and interesting. the best teacher ever!

5.0
1.0
CHEM2A
Nov 18, 2004

she's a great teacher. she knows her stuff. don't need to but a book, just study from her notes... she's nice and funny... if u want an A, take her.

5.0
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CHEM10PHYSSCI2
Dec 2, 2004

THE absolute best professor I've ever had! Essays are very important to her, so don't take advantage of her b/c she is easy..just do the work-it's simple... put some thought into it. You will love her! She is super intelligent. She will answer any question u have. I recommend her to EVERYONE!!!! =)

5.0
3.0
CHE101
Dec 7, 2004

She's great!

4.0
1.0
CHEM10
Dec 9, 2004

very understanding with late work and all that matters is that you actually do the assignments. the stuff is not hard at all, with alittle bit of effort you'll do fine! Interesting speaker but at times hard to follow...

3.0
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CHEM10
Dec 17, 2004

it's a class designed for football players. i wish more professors were like her.

5.0
1.0
CHEM10
Dec 23, 2004

Dr. Barner is the E-Zest chem teacher ever! her words on the 1st day: "U will have 2 try extra hard NOT 2 pass my class!" excellent at teaching info! class is based on 12 short essays (20pts each), midterm&final (100pts each), & a research project. if u turn in essays, u get 20pts automatically

5.0
1.0
PHYSC2ONLINE
Jan 6, 2005

Good professor, who knows how to appeal to her students. There is kind of a lot of reading in this class, and you have to keep up with posts in order to get participation points, otherwise you won't do so well. Other than that, it's a fairly easy class.

1.0
1.0
HUM101
Grade: B
Feb 17, 2005

No Comments

3.0
2.0
PSONLINE
Feb 21, 2005

WARNING: Online classes are not easier, but require a lot more work. this class asks a lot form you, a lot of papers, reading articles, reading the text, and twelve hours per week online discussing. you have to meet those rquirements or you can get a bad grade. Do it and you will get an A!

3.0
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CHEM101
Mar 10, 2005

ok teacher

5.0
3.0
CHEM10PHSCI2
Apr 19, 2005

She is an amazing teacher.. you never stop learning from her! or never want to stop learning from her. She is understanding and you will get a good grade if you try and are interested in it. Phenominal.. i wish she taught more classes!

5.0
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PHYSSCI2
Jun 4, 2005

The best class have ever taken. The most interesting, kind woman you will ever meet. You will learn so much in her class. No tests only essays. You will not regret taking this class

4.0
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PHYSC2ONLINE
Jun 7, 2005

Good teacher and an interesting class. Make sure you complete all the assignments on time and post comments! No tests, but a lot of reading & writing – the material is interesting, though, so it’s not too difficult. Not enough feedback on completed assignments, but I would recommend taking this class.

3.0
3.0
CHEM2A
Jun 21, 2005

No Comments

5.0
1.0
CHEM
Jun 22, 2005

She's awesome! I think she's rated now under Claudia Corva too, more ratings there. Very easy and very nice.

5.0
1.0
CHEM10
Jul 5, 2005

Her lectures are always interesting and fun. I learned a lot in this class and found it to be very entertaining. This class is not like a typical chemistry course. This course is based on essays regarding interesting topics, and not based so much on tests.

5.0
1.0
CHEM10
Sep 7, 2005

Make sure you check every grade she gives you for accuracy because she is very disorganized and tends to make mistakes due to the huge number students in her class.

5.0
1.0
CHEM10
Sep 25, 2005

Dr. Barner is the Best professor!!!! You will love her she rocks!!!! She is easy but you will love to do the work and have so much fun with it!!

5.0
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PHYSSCI2
Oct 13, 2005

Eveyrone should take this class!!!!

5.0
1.0
CHEMISTRY10
Oct 21, 2005

she is the coolest teacher wou will ever meet. she is very helpful with school work and just general issues you may have. i have had her for 2 classes and i would have her for every class if i could! she once asked the whole class if they had a place to go on thanksgiving and whoever doesnt can come to her house for dinner. her chemistry class truely changed the way i see many things in life. its about how chemistry effects r everyday life. its very interesting! take her class if u know want to learn!

5.0
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PHYSSCI2
Nov 11, 2005

Im very lazy... I got an A. Her class was interesting, i went to class and enjoyed. Just do the work, youll get an A

5.0
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PHYSISCI2
Nov 16, 2005

Dr. Corva is one of the best teachers that I ever had. She is sooooo easy, I swear as long as you turn in all your papers and ask her questions correctly you will do fine in her class. I love just listening to her talk about her life. She's accomplished A LOT!!! She will do her best to make sure you understand her assignments. I love her!

5.0
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CHEM10
Jan 20, 2006

Easy A

5.0
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CHEM2A
Jun 1, 2006

she makes chem easier to learn. I love her and her lectures

5.0
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CHEM10
Jun 8, 2006

Best teacher ever! She's so nice and her class is very easy to pass, she's cool with everything and any questions you have. Take this teacher you won't be disapointed!!!

5.0
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CHEM2A
Jun 21, 2006

she is a cool teacher you will learn alot and don't have to buy the book. She will provide her book-let so don't buy the book. She is a awsome theacher and funny sometimes.

5.0
1.0
CHEM10
Jun 22, 2006

Dr. Corva is the BEST!! This class is an easy A if you do the weekly essays and come to class. Her lectures are really interesting and funny, definitely one of the best teachers at PCC.

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CHEMISTRY10
Jun 23, 2006

She is a trash teacher!

5.0
1.0
PHYSICALSCIENC
Jun 26, 2006

Great class!! easy 'A'.. take her, you wont regret it.. fun class, easy essays, fun class discussions.. one of the best professors ive ever had

5.0
1.0
CHEM1010L
Jun 26, 2006

AMAZING teacher. Her class is unlike any other I've had. She has so many cool stories and lectures and every class is simply awesome. You'll learn a lot from her, but not necessarily about the minute details of Chemistry. The class lives up to its name (Chem & the Environ.) and she's always trying to show you the big picture. Try it and see!

5.0
1.0
PHYSC2ONLINE
Jul 26, 2006

very interesting class! i took it over the summer, there were so much works to do, but as long as u do it, u'll get an A.

5.0
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CHEM10
Aug 17, 2006

she's a pretty awesome teacher - knows her stuff, easy class if you're looking to get rid of that gen ed lab requirement. VERY outgoing personality too !

5.0
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PHYSC8284
Sep 10, 2006

I took her summer online class. Its a lot to keep up with because on average there are 2-3 papers due per week and you have to create a home page. She replied pretty quickly when we would ask her questions via e-mail or message board. The class was not difficult as long as you turn in your work, and you turn it in on time.

3.0
1.0
CHEM10
Oct 26, 2006

Professor Barner's chem10a class is really easy. You'll have to write alot of paper for this class, but as long as you do all the assignments and meet the page criteria, you'll get an A.

5.0
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CHEM10
Dec 14, 2006

Awesome teacher great for both Chem majors and non-majors (mostly for non-majors) Interesting, to the point, great stories. She has simple essays you write based purely on your own opinion and experience. Just don't frickin wait to the last minute and you won't break a sweat. You also learn how crappy our world is. A very pleasant personality.

5.0
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PHISC2
Jun 20, 2007

she is a very sweet person and also fun and extremely open minded. i took her online class and it was great! she has fun and interesting assignments. she replies to emails quite fast. participation and creativity are key, so if you are just used to memorizing math formulas, you are doomed! otherwise, she is the best! enjoy :]

5.0
2.0
CHEM10L
Jun 22, 2007

She is easy and fun!

4.0
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CHEM10
Jun 23, 2007

She should be an easiest professor throughout both chem and physical science department, you just need to writtien down 14 papers for whatever, and u will get A.

5.0
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CHEM10L
Jun 25, 2007

Professor Barner's chem10a class is really easy. You'll have to write alot of paper for this class, but as long as you do all the assignments and meet the page criteria, you'll get an A. Easy!

5.0
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CHEM10
Jun 26, 2007

Super nice! Just ned to write a lot of essays.

5.0
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CHEM2A
Jun 27, 2007

OMG!!!! this class is super easy. Pro. Barner rocks!!!! Dont buy the book, only need student id card, cuz she will post everthing u need online(lecture, ex. quizes,testes)...and make sure that u go to the labs...enjoy

4.0
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CHEM10
Aug 11, 2007

If you are not a math or scien major, but want/need to take a science class, take Barner. She is very nice and her lectures are not boring. She also is willing to help you with any questions.. She is funny and very endearing

5.0
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CHEM10
Aug 23, 2007

this prof is interesting and a great lecturer. she has killer power points and makes everything interesting and understandanble. no one is better than she!

2.0
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PHSCI1
Nov 3, 2007

She is a moody person, giv u good grades if she's happy, sometimes deduct pt by no reason. This class is easy though, easy to get A. But she is not helpful at all, whenever I ask her question through email, she just said everything is on syllabus,so, not helpful at all.

5.0
1.0
CHEM10
Nov 21, 2007

coolest and funniest teacher ever! i used to fall asleep in chemistry back in high school thats why i failed but taking chem with her you'll be up and laughing. one of the best teachers ever and she is REALLY SMART

4.0
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CHEM10
Dec 13, 2007

She is one of the easiest professors here. You'll learn more in this class than you ever will in another class. She's very smart and funny and I enjoyed every minute of hearing her lectures. An easy A if you do the essays, online quizzes, and final project.

5.0
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PS2
Jan 17, 2008

This prof makes everything interesting and relevant to your daily life. Unlike what someone said here, she is ANEVER moody, actually she always smiles and makes jokes. She isn't the easiest but she is the best.

5.0
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CHEM10
Jan 24, 2008

A truly amazing woman! So smart, eloquent and interesting. I loved this class and I came into it dreading Chem. She's a wonderful soul that taught me a lot. Her class is medium in difficulty and kinda piles up on you at times, but it's well worth it & informative. I definitely recommend her!

4.0
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CHEM2A
Apr 11, 2008

I agree for a fact that the class is overall easy, but I'm not to fond of her. Personally, i think she has her favorites. She gets all moody when i try to asked her a question. Geez...her attitude reminds me of my history teacher back in high school.

5.0
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PS2
May 7, 2008

This class is not as easy as some say - there is actually quite a lot of writing! be careful - she REALLY DOES READ ALL THE ESSAYS! TWO people I know just got kicked out for cheating - they turned in identical essays and even though they were in different sections, she caught it! She is super smart!

4.0
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CHEM10
Jun 10, 2008

Her teaching style is great. There is an essay assignment due every week but they are easy (unless you are an ESL student then they may be hard). Learned so much from this class that i will continue to use in the future. Not your typical chem class... The Final was ridiculously easy!

5.0
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PHYSC2
Jun 24, 2008

Took the online class in Spring 08. 'Participation' grade weighs heavily but it is justified. If the students suck and are barely posting, you will have a difficult time with that part of the grade. Still, there's no excuse for cheating because she's a very understanding instructor and will do her best for you to earn the grade you deserve.

5.0
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CHEM10
Nov 24, 2008

She is a wonderful teacher, who genuinely knows her subject matter-very vocal about her opinions, but does not discriminate if you disagree (as i did :). Very fair, honest, and unbiased grader. She made chemistry interesting. Essays due every week - but they're not difficult (30minutes each?). Just show up to class and listen, you'll do great!

5.0
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CHEM10
Dec 5, 2008

fantastic teacher - such a knowledgeable and entertaining class

5.0
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CHEM10
Dec 10, 2008

on word awesome

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CHEM10
Dec 11, 2008

I LOVE Dr. Barner!! You learn so much in this class that it scares you. She so kick back and nice. You just have to be willing to accept her teachings rather than cheating your way through... cause she'll catch you!!

5.0
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CHEM10
Dec 27, 2008

She gives interesting lectures. You can learn a lot a lot from her. Easy A if you do all the assignments she gives out.

5.0
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CHEM10
Jan 28, 2009

Great teacher, fun environment. Essay due every week but not difficult. Fun final project. She knows her stuff very well. My favorite professor ever.

4.0
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PHYSC2
Feb 24, 2009

She's okay, I don't quite understand all the hype about her. Her class is a lot of work, but easy- just do all the assignments ON TIME and you should be fine. I sense that she's a little more biased than most other professors I've had, but I still admit that she's still nice and helpful to everyone. Still, I recommend her class.

5.0
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CHEM2A
Jun 18, 2009

Thank you, Professor Barner for your excellent teaching. For this class, the student doesn't have to buy text books since all of the class materials are posted on the website. Her lectures clarity, helpfulness, and high patience are making class enjoyable for hard subject: Chemistry. Don't be afraid to ask question since she will glad to answer U.

5.0
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CHEM10
Jun 25, 2009

Very interesting teacher. She's organized with simple powerpoint lectures. Very little work in the class, and I enjoyed listening to her crack jokes. Take Her!

5.0
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CHEM10L
Jul 6, 2009

I will miss her. This was my second semester with her. She is always so enthusiastic in class. Quizzes and the final is super easy!

5.0
2.0
CHEM2A
Oct 4, 2009

U dont need to purchase a book since all powerpoints are online =). If u hate chemistry this is the teacher to take. She makes everything seem so easy! ur labs are graded if u turn it in they dont have to b correct. u have quiz once a week. like 4 test. The labs are not that hard neither. Seriously take this teacher!! she is the best!

4.0
1.0
CHEM2A
Nov 6, 2009

Dr. barner now Vancorva is pretty clear in her teaching style. u dont need to buy book her power points will do. Quiz almost once a week. 4 test. and final. The labs are not that hard. She made chem seem so easy BUT if you have questions she makes you feel dumb! like by the way she looks at u and how she responds to your question. Overall good Prof

4.0
2.0
CHEM2A
Dec 13, 2009

You are nuts! she is the most patient teacher ever - even when people ask dumb questions over and over. she rocks!

5.0
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CHEM10
Dec 16, 2009

A little background of myself: I'm a USC spring admit taking transferable courses here for fall sem. Work: Essays and online quizzes every week. No midterm, no term paper. Just one easy project and an even easier final. I learned so many useful things in this class. The professor is very patient and answers all questions. Do the work, EASY A.

5.0
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CHEM10
Feb 19, 2010

Best professor ever! She makes chemistry for non majors fun. Easy A and you actually learn A LOT from her.

Class Info

Textbook Required

100%

Grade Predictor

Your expected effort level

LowHigh

Predicted Grade

B

53% confidence
Based on 1 grades
Most common grades:
B (1)
Grade Distribution
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B: 1
Rating Trend

Stable

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Jun
Jul
Oct
Nov
Dec
Feb
Last 6 months
Ratings by Course

CHEM2AP

5.0

(1)

PHYSCI2

5.0

(3)

HUMANITIES

5.0

(2)

CHEM10L

5.0

(4)

CHEM10PHY2

5.0

(1)
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Difficulty by Course

CHEM2AP

4.0

HUMANNITIE

3.0

CHEMITRY2

3.0

CHE101

3.0

CHEM101

3.0

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