Probably one of the most energetic, friendly, and helpful teachers I've seen in my college years. The class may be a bit too easy, but it's been a pleasure to have her.

Pogge is a teacher that is genuinely interrested in the biology. She loves teaching and it shows. She is always very helpful in and out of class to all her students. She also knows how to write her name in hieroglyphs :-)

She is kind, helful, and dedicated. She was my instructor in Bio 101A. The class was not easy, you need to work hard to get A. But, once you passed the class, you will realize that you have learned so many things from this class.

Great lectures, seems like a nice teacher during class... but once you try to ask her a question after class, she doesn't seem as nice anymore. Overall, learned a lot! If you follow her study guides, you'll be fine.

This is one of the worst classes I've ever taken at CCSF! Crima is the hardest teacher ever, I never thought a teacher was hard until I took her! This class took up almost all of my time, and all those details to memorize results in frustration! She is nice, but the class is a b*tch! Oh yeah, she speaks way too fast also! Pen can't keep up!

Crima Pogge is an amazing teacher!! She has an enthusiasm that is a joy to watch. She tries hard to help everyone succeed and is always available for questions. Her lectures are clear and informative and coursework is extremely well organized. While the class is not easy, if you follow the guidelines she provides, you can do well. Yay Pogge!

Crima is an excellent teacher who makes the subject matter interesting and genuinely cares about her students. This class is difficult but it raises the bar for community college. Other courses I have taken in the Bio department are easy and boring.

I will be very objective about the review. The common rule is, if you study, you will do well. My grade has nothing to do with her test materials. The tests were easy. I got pretty much 100% in all her quizzes, but got a D in the midterm--just because I did not want to study. I was having a serious conflict with her teaching method. SHE IS NOT A KN

I liked the class, and found Ms.Pogge to be a helpful and caring teacher. She was willing to spend extra time when I had questions.

Excellent, organized and professional.

She's a good teacher & considers our concerns. In fact, it's not a easy subject, but I think you can make it if you like nature & want to know more abt that. As an Asian student, it's a tought class for many deep vocabs. However, there'r many ways to get more points from extra credit & follow through the instructions, then you'll get A easily

Crimma is very enthusiastic about the subject. Presents material very well. organized and clear lectures. you have to study for this class ALOT and do not fall behind. there's some extra credit offered. I really enjoyed her class and would highly recommend it.

be honest, she is not an easy teacher. It is hard to follow her lectures and fill your study sheets. Actually, it is a hard class for ESL students, but if you need help, she is willing to spend hours with you in her office. However, she is the NICEST teacher i have ever known. Although she is sick, she is funny, and enthusican. I just love her :)

Crima was an excellent and inspiring teacher. She was well organized, clear, and passionate. She was always available for extra help. She expects you to study hard. The exams are not easy! Pay close attention to the study guides. I highly recommend her class. She provides an excellent introduction to cell biology.

She is a dedicated teacher. However, she could be much clearer and more knowledgeable in the area of genetics and cellular functions. She is good for Applied biology. Textbook was horrible. She emphasizes too much on diseases.My intention was to get a systemic view of biological entities,not to become a technician. I withdrew with frustration.

Crima is the reason i am where i am today, studying biology. her enthusiasm and passion for what she does inspires me to this day. My only complaint about Crima is that sometimes her english in not perfect which can make a HUGE difference on the exams.

A great teacher with a deep interest in her subject. Her tests, however, can be somewhat difficult, perhaps due to a slight language problem - some multiple choice questions are difficult to understand and answers can be difficult to distinguish from one another. Otherwise, an awesome prof who likes her students.

Crimma is a good teacher. She can be unclear at times and she knows that. Just raise your hand and ask her to clarify; she welcomes all questions. Her class involves a lot of work (study guides, online quizes) but you will appreceate it on test day. Go to lectures because she goes over some stuff that isn't in the book.

She is a teacher who knows her subject well but hard to explain it clearly. She is a nice person but her exams are hard. Study hard will pay off. She has extra credit that worth 30 points. All the questions on short answer quiz are from her study guide. You have to know well to do well in her class.

It's a difficult class, no question about it. There is a ton of material, but that isn't her fault. Her accent is noticeable but her spoken English is excellent - it's in the written questions on tests that the shades of meaning start to cause some problems. But she's a good professor and a charismatic person.

Crima is a very nice lady she encourages you to ask questions, she subbed for Joe Cannon today in class and I walked out of the class feeling that I understood biology and that I learned something. I signed up for her class after reading the reviews, but when I got to the class she gave it to Joe Cannon. I wish she was teaching Bio 20, it's easy.

Took BIO20 w/ honors and had an awesome time. Group project (on an ongoing basis) is to watch and count migratory birds by the bay. Now she is a tough grader. For an A you'll have to study a lot. Also, pay attention to the review sheets she hands out for each chapter, and ask questions to make sure you have all the answers. Lots of field trips!

Hard class! Great teacher!! That said, this is one of the most challenging classes I've taken, but you'll learn a ton. If you're a science major trying to transfer, you'll know your stuff when you leave but your going to have to work for it. DO THE STUDY GUIDES EARLY AND COMPLETELY & use the website you, you can get an A (I got a B, my fault).

I learned so much! She requires a deep understanding of topic. The level of difficulty is reasonable in relation to the fact: this is bio101A! She has an intimate and personal understanding of life that she conveys. She deeply cares about the success of her students. THIS IS A VERY HARD CLASS! I would have felt let down if it wasn't!

Best. Teacher. Ever. She is most organized, you will know EXACTLY what to expect and what to do to get to where you want to be. That's rare. Lectures are very dynamic. Gives you all the tools to help you learn and understand. Most caring and thoughtful teacher I've ever had. If you don't do well, chances are you need to rethink your education path!

Great teacher! She's passionate teacher who's willing to help. Warning, there are a lot of work in this class. Although I barely pass this class, I can't deny the fact that she's a great teacher.

Yes, you must attend lecture, read, and study to do well in this class. Duh. Pogge is one of the best professors I took at CCSF. She is an absolutely great lecturer and if you complete her study guides, you will be perfectly prepared for the exams. She even gives credit if the wording of a question was misleading. Fast paced, try to keep up.

This class requires time and dedication! Online quizzes are worthless, point-wise, but very helpful! Lots of questions are on the test. Key idea: DO NOT get behind. Stay on task, always, and an A is reachable. Do the EC too (24 pts). Tests-- short answer ARE from the study guides so just do them. & Know the material before coming to lecture.

Ecology of Mendocino is a camping trip. She's a great, but tough, instructor. Very knowledgeable, passionate. Invites questions & is happy to share her knowledge. Strives to help students make connections and celebrates curiosity about science. For her weekend courses, I recommend you take them P/NP unless you really want to work. Final was hard.

Crima is really an amazing professor. A is totally doable with the extra credit opportunities over the semester (not much, but enough to raise B+ to A). Three lecture exams are fair & straightly from the study guides (Read the book!!!), but you do need to have further understandings about the materials to do well on two lab exams & final!!!

Crima is one of the best professors at CCSF, hands down. She's enthusiastic and wants you to succeed. I'm currently taking her class and the subject is HARD, but not because of her. Her tests are exact questions off the study guides and not cumulative. Do the study guides, and you have an A. Tests: 12 short answer and 12 multiple choice.

I was honestly scared to take this class because there are so many poor reviews of Prof. Pogge on this website. I am so glad that I took this class with her this past semester. Although this class is very difficult, (mostly due to the bulk of material), Crima is a great teacher and wants her students to do well. Time management is key to success.

Her class is challenging but it can be passed. Expect a ton of homework, quizzes, reading, furms, and a big project. If you do your reading, turn in your homework, and make sure you're on top of everything then you shouldn't have a problem getting a decent grade. It's very easy to get behind in this class. Crima is a very helpful and good professor

I took ECOL10 online and I loved it. Her video lectures were fascinating: the reading and tests went hand in hand. Her research projects inspired me and I carried many things I learned with me to this day. I even planted a blue agave to attract endangered butterflies because of it .It worked! I'd take another of her online courses in a heartbeat.

I took this class 6 years ago before transferring to ucsd, then to the ohio state university for my doctor of pharmacy degree. Yes, this class is hard and a lot of work, but let me stress to you all that this is THE BARE MINIMUM you need to know in order to have a successful science career. Crima is the best!!! Let her teach you, soak in the info.

Listen people Crima is a great teacher and she is very kind, sassy but kind! She REALLY wants her students to succeed but since we are ADULTS she shouldnt have to hunt u down to ask if you need help. The reviews say shes hard as heck but shes not its just a hard subject in general. If you want to pass then study and find friends if u want fun!

If you put in a little bit of time every day to understanding the concepts and stay on top of the study guides, you 100% can pass. Crima is clear in her explanations, and there to help you if you take the responsibility to seek her out. This is a difficult subject, and like a reviewer wrote, the bare minimum of Bio knowledge you need for later on!

I have a BS in bio. I've never had a class w/ so much work. Quizzes, readings, labs, discussion, and forum responses weekly. She emphasizes understanding, not memorization. If you're going into med or science, I highly recommend. If you just want to pass the class, don't take her. This class is not hard, just very time consuming. I enjoyed it.

I understand why so many people are upset with the amount of workload. This is class is not built for people who take it just to fullfil the requirement. For those who are trying to go into science, particularly biology it is a grade class. On another note, I think Crima is a great professor she cares about her students.