4.6

Deborah Armstrong

Biology - University of Texas at San Antonio

4.6
Quality
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Would Retake
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4.6
Quality
1.5
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4.4
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Would Retake

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I highly recommend this class

BIO1033 - 5.0 rating

This class was so easy

BIO1013 - 5.0 rating
Class Info

Attendance Mandatory

17%

Textbook Required

95%

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Reviews (116)
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DRUGSSOC
Apr 1, 2004

This class is so easy. If you don't get an A, you must be mildly retarded.

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BIO63
Oct 26, 2005

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DRUGSSOC
Apr 17, 2006

Her exams are EXACTLY her lecture notes (posts on Webct). Don't need the book at all. If you can memorize pages and pages of lecture notes then this class will be an easy A.

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BIO1033
May 1, 2006

I DEFINITELY RECOMMEND YOU TAKE THIS PROFESSOR!!!! Dr. Armstrong is a really easy professor!!! I didn't read the book all semester she posts all her notes on WebCT. Her tests are all 100 multiple choice questions, and it's common sense type stuff!! EASY A!!!!

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DRUGSSOCIETY
May 12, 2006

Don't bother buying the book. Tests (3 of them worth 1/3 each) are straight from her WEBCT notes. Memorize those and you are good to go. Even though I got an A, I wouldn't say it's a guarantee easy A because there is a good deal of memorization. Overall nice lady.

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DRUGSSOCIETY
May 16, 2006

HIGHLY RECOMENDED!! Her lectures come straight from the notes. only used my book for reference. she posted her notes and a video of her lecture on webct. if you have questions (even about drugs that you wouldn't ask any one else) she will answer with her knowledge and experiance. tests are only hard if you dont study the notes!!!

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BIO1033
Jul 18, 2006

I reccommend this professor because she treats you like the adult you are. She is straight forward. She makes sure you have access to the notes and lectures on WebCT in case you have to miss a class for whatever reason. As long as you keep up with what she is lecturing about and you study, you should do well in her class.

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BIODRUG
Nov 13, 2006

shes a gd and easy teacher but i mean its not really really easy to make a A u have to do a lot of work and reading in order to make that grade but nice proff and its a pretty fun class if you go all the time...tests seem to get harder towards the end though(drugs and society)

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BIO1033
Dec 3, 2006

(drugs and society) EXTREMELY easy if you read your notes. Class is about nothing but notes! DO NOT BUY THE BOOK! You will probably never use it but for reference. Doesn't take attendance and if you decide to actually go to class, you will pay attention because its so interesting. Nice lady!!

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BIO1033
Apr 25, 2007

armstrong is AWESOME! if you want an A then you know to take her. she is a great professor, awesome power point, and everything from these powerpoints is on the test. SO EASY!

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BIO1033
Apr 30, 2007

I have really enjoyed her class this semester. She makes the class interesting and always tells us about personal stories. She is very open and fun.

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BIO1033
May 18, 2007

Her class is not mandatory since she records her lectures and puts them on WebCT. She has all the notes you need, all you have to do is print them out. Just go to class and highlight what she underlines in the notes. The test are over notes and specific dates and percentages. Just MEMORIZE and your good to go. Intresting & easy! good prof. :)

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BIO1033
Nov 13, 2007

Easiest class ever. went to class less than 10 times. all you really have to do is show up to the review the class before the test and then read over the notes the night before and you can totally make an A

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DRUGSSECT
Nov 16, 2007

Mrs. Armstrong is so awesome! she's a very iinteresting lady and knows what she is talking about. She wants to make class fun and enjoyable, even though most students stop going after the first week. I only went about 1 day out of the week and I always enjoyed listening to her lectures. Just read over notes, and you're set. NO TEXTBOOKS AND NO OTHE

4.0
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DRUGSSOCI
Dec 13, 2007

professor armstrong made lectures funny. test were kinda hard. it helped to look at textbook.

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BIO1033
May 1, 2008

Memorize the study guide, go to her lectures or watch online, and you should do fine. If you don't go to class but study the study guide you should at least get a B. She's awesome!!! Def. Take!!

5.0
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BIO1033
May 2, 2008

This class is so easy. I went to class once a week and studied the day before the test and still made A's. The only thing that you need to do is study the notes she posts online. If you can't make an A in her class you're either really stupid or really lazy.

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BIO1043
May 27, 2008

this class was alot tougher than rumored to be. drugs and society should have been my easiest class, got a B. disappointed. must memorize all the notes

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BIO1033
Nov 6, 2008

This is probably the easiest course at UTSA and she makes it fun. She posts all of the notes online along with her lecture videos. You don't have to go to class, but you'll learn a lot about the lives of drug addicts if you do decide to attend, which is pretty interesting. Don't buy the book; tests come directly from the notes. Very easy A.

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BIO1033
Nov 11, 2008

She is a funny teacher explaining her life. She gives funny examples of people and drug usage. She makes a joke here and there and her exams are not as hard! all you have to do is study the notes word by word. The notes are posted on webct so you really do not have to attend class.

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BIO1033
Dec 7, 2008

this class was super interesting. Armstrong is HILARIOUS and she totally makes studying drugs fun. Just memorize the notes and you will be fine.

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BIO1033
Dec 17, 2008

Armstrong is a nice and funny lady. Tests are straight from the notes she provides on webct. You don't have to come to class. Final is not comprehensive. Easy A.

5.0
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BIO1033
Jan 1, 2009

Drugs and Society was an easy class. Just study the notes very well as there is alot of memorization. There are 3 tests, so just make sure you can balance out your grades if you don't do as well on one. I would definitely recommend Dr. A. She's very student-friendly and willing to help you out.

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BIO1
Apr 14, 2009

Shes so interesting!! I went to class every day because its so interesting.... shes so energetic too! Got an easy A by just going to class and listening to what she had to say, even without studying the notes. She has done all drugs!! but heroin i think...

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BIO002
Apr 21, 2009

Prof. Armstrong is awesome! The class is super easy, all of the notes are posted online, and the tests are straight from them. Just go to class, listen to her lectures and the interesting stories that she tells, study the notes, and the three tests will be super easy!

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BIO1033
May 2, 2009

She is really cool. You will like this class. You might think that you don't need to really do anything but it's smart to read the notes well so u understand. You don't need to go to class but I would most of the time just so you get a full understanding of whats going to be on the test. AWSOME professor!!

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BIO1033
May 6, 2009

one of the best teachers and classes ive taken. easy a if you know anything about drugs. class not mandatory, no attendance, no quizzes, 3 tests. she even tells you about the drugs shes done, really awesome professor. very helpful and concerned.

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BIO1303
May 6, 2009

She was an amazing teacher. I deffinately suggest first year freshmen, because she will give you a good feel and help you with your first year of college. her tests are very predictable, but I still learned things (and yes, studied) that will help me with my psychology major. Her class was so much fun and I really enjoyed it! take her!!!

4.0
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BIO1033
May 9, 2009

Decent teacher, unreliable, difficult to contact. Went to class 4 times all semester- first day and exams, posts lectures and notes online. MEMORIZE notes for exam. I got an A. We got through ch. 6 in 16 weeks. Don?t buy the book. Take with her if you have to take the class. OH, she reminds me of Jane Lynch from Role Models. You'll see!

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BIO1033
May 11, 2009

Easy A, notes online don't buy book. If your going to do drugs you should learn about them first this should be a mandatory freshmen class and maybe there wouldnt be so many freshmen dropouts. Take this class.

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BIO1033
Jun 3, 2009

GREAT PROFESSOR! I absolutely loved her class. She is really easy and VERY VERY CLEAR on what she teaches and what she expects for you to know. Defenitly recommend her!

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BIO1033
Jun 9, 2009

Loved this class! Very interesting! She knows what shes talking about from experience. Just read the notes that she provides and it will be an easy A!

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BIO1033
Oct 21, 2009

Take her! Tests are very easy, gives you notes & all questions come from them. No book needed. If you attend class you won't really need to study, but attendance isn't mandatory. One of my favorite professors. She's very smart and down to earth. I always went to class even if I didn't need to because shes so interesting to listen to.

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BIO1033
Oct 26, 2009

She is a definate MUST for this class! Crystal clear and interesting. This lady has her act together. Read the notes, listen in class. I never opened the book.

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BIO1033
Nov 18, 2009

TAKE THIS CLASS! Armstrong is a very good professor. Do not buy the book! All her notes she goes over in class are on WebCT and she also records each class so attendance is not mandatory. She only has 3 tests. If you can memorize good, you'll make an easy A.

4.0
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BIO1033
Nov 22, 2009

Armstong's class is simple and very fun. attendance is not mandatory but can be useful at times. all tests come from notes, which are online. Interesting class and a very fascinating professor. highly recommended for an easy grade.

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BIO1033
Dec 10, 2009

EASY A!!! Only went to class the day before the exam & of course on Exam day--Made an A. Do not bother buying the book--seriously. All her notes are online, and the test is made according to the notes. She even posts videos of her lectures. Take her if you want the A!

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BIO1033
Dec 18, 2009

Teacher is awesome. You don't have to go to class; just read and study the notes that are on WEBCT. class isnt mandatory!!! :) but you will get a better grade if you go. and you can ACE the class without a book; i bought it and NEVER used it. i got a b. but i could of done better!

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BIO1033
Jan 11, 2010

Very cool smart teacher my favorite yet! Helps out and definitely has interesting classes.

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BIODRUG
Mar 27, 2010

PROF ARMSTRONG IS A GOOD TEACHER. SHE MAKES HER LECTURES INTERESTING AND SHE HAS EXPERIENCE IN THIS AREA SO ITS PRETTY GOOD. BOOK IS NOT REQUIRED AND NOTES ARE PRETTY MUCH ALL YOU NEED TO PASS TESTS. GOING TO LASS IS NOT MANDATORY BUT EXTREMELY HELPFUL

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BIO1033
Apr 4, 2010

She was a good professor. She doesn't trick you on test it is all about knowing the facts. Never used the book! And only 3 50 question test...! She explains very well and makes it interesting...! 100% recommend her.

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BIO1033
Apr 15, 2010

Armstrong is the coolest. Her lectures are interesting and she really knows her drugs! Tests were very simple and she conveniently puts all her notes online and even has video lectures if you miss class. Awesome prof!

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BIO1033
Apr 21, 2010

Great Professor! Her class is simple and fun. Didn't really use the book. Everything that's on the test she puts on her powerpoints and in the reviews. Attendance is not necessary, but I loved going regardless because it was a very interesting class. Definitely recommend her.

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BIO1033
May 4, 2010

TAKE HER! and DONT BUY BOOK! if you just read the online notes a couple of times you will get a B on the exam. I went to class 5 times and got a decent grade. shes really helpful even let some people take the final later. AWESOME LADY!

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BIO1033
May 7, 2010

Definitly take her! I loved her class, its soo interesting! Don't buy the book unless you wanna learn more about the topics she goes over in class. Study the notes and you will do fine. It's an easy A if you attend class, I got a B but I wish I didn't miss any of her classes!

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BIO1033
May 7, 2010

Dr. Armstrong is one of the most interesting and professional teachers in the business. Her D&S class is not difficult and you will learn more than you expected to. She actually convinced a writer of our textbook, William E. Cohen (look him up), to give a guest lecture! Every American should be required to take Drugs and Society with her!

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BIO1033
May 10, 2010

Textbook-dont buy it. Attendance Mandatory?-no, but very interesting, class size quadruples on exam days. Extra credit-no. Exams-50Q multiple choice. straight from powerpoint posted on webct. Overall, a good class.

4.0
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BIO1033
Jun 9, 2010

This class was very interesting. Although I wouldn't go weeks at a time, the times I did, were very interesting. You can tell she loves what she's doing. If you study the outline notes you'll get an A on the exams.Exam grades are the only grades. I got a 68 on two exams and a 92 on the last one and got a B in the class, so she curves. Awesome class

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BIO1033
Dec 7, 2010

This class is pretty easy since if you miss class, she posts that day's lecture online. Also, the book is not used much unless you want a better understanding of what was talked about in class. The notes are also posted online, sometimes even one or two weeks in advanced and in class she reads over those posted notes. Pretty easy class if you care.

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BIO1033
Apr 7, 2011

she's cool, and uses good examples in her lecture.

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BIO1033
Apr 14, 2011

Drugs and Society with her is CAKE. Attendance is optional. Personally I only attended test days. No book. Just study her notes from blackboard and you'll be fine. She's a really laid back professor. 4 tests, drops lowest grade. If you make A's on the first 3 final isn't required!!

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BIO1033
Jul 25, 2011

Very easy class. All lectures posted online and she just goes over them word for word in class

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BIO1033
Aug 4, 2011

She was awesome. I learned so much. The tests were strictly from the notes, absolutely no textbook use. Great class though.

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BIO1033
Nov 11, 2011

she's really interesting

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BIO1033
Nov 15, 2011

She is so cool and very real about all the stuff you talk about like the drugs and alcohol. Shes not like a parent telling you the bad, but she tells you the good and bad and lets you make your decisions like she did lol. Very easy if you study the notes she gives and she is really interesting in class. Would recomend her to anyone!

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BIO08
Nov 21, 2011

She is a very awesome professor. She speaks the truth about all the drugs (good and bad). She shares her own life experiences which makes class interesting. We rarely use the textbook. It's not mandatory to attend. Only 3 test and all are over the notes. Very easy grading system. TAKE HER!

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BIO1033
Nov 22, 2011

This is a very easy class. We only take three test (directly from the notes) and she drops the lowest test grade. If you are satisfied with your grade on the first two test, then you do not have to take the final. And she offers extra credit.

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BIO1033
Nov 27, 2011

test are all from her notes. class is not mandatory but she is very entertaining. take her!

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BIO1033
Dec 4, 2011

The class is very informative and you learn a lot. She doesn't lecture you on how bad drugs are but gives you the facts about them. Only 3 tests and she drops the lowest one. A fun and easy class, take her!

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BIO731
Dec 6, 2011

She is awesome, shes funny so you wont fall asleep in class. shes says you wont need the book unless u havent taken a science class in 2 yrs but she posts all of her notes on BB and lecture according so there is no need for the book EASY A but u learn tons

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BIO1033
Dec 6, 2011

She was an awesome teacher! only 3 exam grades and drops the lowest one. Exams are straight from her notes that she posts online!!! Lectures are very informative and in depth. Easy A

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BIO002
Dec 7, 2011

TAKE HER. You don't have to go to class at all. Memorize the notes for the tests and you will get an A. She drops the lowest test grade out of three, including the final. So do well on the first two and you don't had to worry about the class anymore. Super easy A.

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BIO1033
Dec 8, 2011

Very easy class. TAKE IT, great GPA booster.

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BIO1033
Dec 8, 2011

VERY EASY!!! I loved this class. Out of all my classes this was the easiest and the most informative class! I would definitely recommend this class to anybody!!!

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BIO1033
Dec 9, 2011

Easiest A I've ever had, tests are straight from notes on BB. Although I hardly ever went to class when I did go the lectures were really interesting...Would recommend this class !

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BIO1033
Dec 12, 2011

TAKE HER!! Easy A she is so intresting, and crazy too. She gives you everything on BB in her notes, you dont have to go to class but you do have to study the notes! Great teacher

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BIO1033
Dec 12, 2011

Awesome! She is crazy, but it keeps class interesting. She drops your lowest test grade and you have 3 tests total and no outside work. No one really goes to class but it is always interesting when you do. The more experience you have in this field the easier the class will be for you. ;)

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BIO1033
Dec 15, 2011

Prossor Armostrong is the best shes crazy yet gives you a in depth learning experience. 3 test drops lowest one, if you make the grade you want on the first 2 no final, class attendance isnt necessary she puts everything on bb and records lectures. Also don't buy the book never use it. Even though I did not attend class much was a easy A.

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BIO1033
Feb 21, 2012

You would be stupid to take anyone BUT her! First 8am class I ever had almost perfect attendance in because she is just so interesting & hilarious! Oh and don't buy the book...never opened it.

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BIO1033
Apr 12, 2012

Nice lady, took drugs and society with her and she seems very interested in the subject, told us most of her lectures come from personal experience. She knows her stuff its cool at first but attendance dropped from 400 to 80 after the first test. Didn't buy the book getting an 'A' without taking a final.

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BIO1033
Apr 22, 2012

Most interesting class! she is fun! sometimes she cancels class without telling you :/ But super easy A!!

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BIO1013
Apr 24, 2012

This course was very interesting! She really knows what shes talking abut and is very willing to answer any questions after class! Expect to not only learn about drugs about also a little bit about the human body. Test is based on her lecture notes which she also posts online. Easy class if you study the notes!

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BIO1033
May 10, 2012

Print out the notes. Look them over the night before each of the three tests, and get an A. I went to three classes. She is very nice and knows what she is talking about, i watched some of her video lectures that she posts.

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BIO1033
May 15, 2012

Pretty interesting class if you show up, and Armstrong is fun. The tests come directly from the notes, so if you can memorize about 10-15 pages or notes then you can get A's on the tests. Take it from me, do well on the first two exams. If you get A's on both then you don't have to take the final which is well with it.

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BIO1033
May 18, 2012

Nice lady. She attempted to use iclickers this semester but never got them set up so attendance isn't mandatory. Easy class if you just keep up with the notes b/c that's where she gets all of the test questions.

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BIO1033
May 21, 2012

She's amazing! Really helpful! I went to class 4 times the entire semester and ALL the notes are online, you barely have to attend class. Easy A!

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BIO1033
Nov 13, 2012

DO NOT BUY THE TEXTBOOK waste of money, i love professor armstrong, her test come directly from her lecture notes that she posts on blackboard, attendence is somewhat mandatory. she uses iclickers from time to time and gives points for attending. has talked about online quizzes but none have been used so far (1 month left of the semester)

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BIO1033
Nov 20, 2012

If you're going to take an 8am class, make it this one. She is a great professor. Just go to class and listen to her lectures (they are interesting). You don't really need to take notes because they come straight from her lecture notes. If you study thoroughly it is an easy A.

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BIO1033
Nov 24, 2012

This was one of my favorite classes this semester! Dr. Armstrong keeps the lectures interesting, and her tests are really easy if you print out the notes she provides and just go along with her in class. She also drops the lowest grade so if you do well on the first two your set and don't have to worry about the final. HIGHLY RECOMMEND THIS CLASS!

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BIO1013
Nov 25, 2012

She is fabulous! I love her lectures on this subject. Her notes are literally word for word for the exams. Don't have to buy the book, never used it. She keeps her lectures very interesting and is very sweet. She does care about her students. You do not have to go to class. This was my favorite class of the semester.

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BIO1033
Nov 26, 2012

Great professor! She always has really interesting lectures and is really funny. The exams come straight from the notes and even though attendance isn't mandatory she does iclicker questions that count as extra points.

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BIO1033
Nov 27, 2012

Grat teacher! Easy class. I would be finishing with an A+ if I would have studied for the exams a little more. Many opportunities for extra points. She has a few iclicker quizzes here here but that's it. No need to take notes at all as the notes were put online. The class before exam day she would highlight out of the notes what you need. Easy A+.

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BIO1033
Nov 27, 2012

Honestly, don't buy the book. Tests are based solely on the notes she goes over in lecture, and the notes are online as well as her recorded lectures. There's almost no point in going to class except before tests to give you a stronger outline of what's on it. She's a very quirky professor, so even if you do go to lecture, you're in for a treat.

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BIOBIO
Nov 28, 2012

I totatally recommend taking her if you need a credit for one of your basics!! EXTREMELY GOOOOODDD TEACHER EASY!!!! YOU DO NOT HAVE TO GO TO CLASSE EVERYDAY ALL HER NOTES ARE ONLINE AND TEST ARE STRICTLY FROM NOTES IF YOU MEMORIZE YOUR NOTES THEN THATS YOUR TEST. SHE DROPS THE LOWEST TEST GRADE AND A WONDERFUL PROFESSOR.!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

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BIO1033
Dec 3, 2012

Her lectures were very enjoyable. Coming to class is not mandatory because all the notes for the test are online, however she does give quizes that help boost your grade if you do attend class. DO NOT purchase the book, I never used it. Easy A, tests are exactly like the notes! Love her!

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BIO1033
Dec 21, 2012

This professor is awesome. Makes the lecures memorables and the videos are online if you happen to miss class. She uses i clicker points for extra credit and attendance checks.

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BIO1033
Mar 26, 2013

Class is easy if you go to class, take notes, study notes she posts online. She's approachable and nice and gives extra credit attendance points with iclicker. Book is expensive.

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BIO1033
Apr 15, 2013

Really great teacher. Her notes are very straight forward and up front. It's really easy to study for her tests and make an A. Super fun and very interesting, I would definitely choose her again.

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BIO1103
Apr 16, 2013

Definitely one of the best professors I've had so far. I took her last semester.She is interesting, and throws in a few jokes.She posts her lecture notes online, and she even records the lectures! Didn't take a final because of my grade in the class :) I would strongly recommend her!

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BIO1033
May 16, 2013

Professor Armstrong is a very interesting professor with equally interesting mannerisms. Her Drugs and Society class is quite easy to follow and an easy "A". She posts ALL notes online and the textbook isn't needed at all; don't bother buying it. An iClicker is required, though. I highly recommend this class.

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BIO1033
Grade: B+
Oct 31, 2013

EASY A!!! Definitely recommend. The book is not necessary, and all of the info on the test comes directly from her lecture notes. She also makes the material very interesting and is very knowledgable about the subject. TAKE HER!

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BIO1033
Nov 20, 2013

Professor Armstrong is a very laid-back and easy-going instructor. Class is not difficult, and with such a large amount of students, attendance is not mandatory. However, she does take advantage of iClickers, so in order to receive points, you have to go. She drops one exam grade out of three, and the final isn't cumulative. Interesting and easy.

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BIO1033
Nov 21, 2013

Super easy class! She uses the iclickers a lot more now so make sure you have all the points you need. Dont buy the textbook all her test for straight from her notes. Only time the textbook was used was for online quiz even then you could just google the answer. Take her if you can

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BIO1033
Nov 21, 2013

Great professor, keeps the class very interesting. Uses IClicker, you don't need to go to class to pass, but it's recommended to get the IClicker points. Very recommended!

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BIO1013
Nov 22, 2013

This class was so easy! I did not even open the book. I got an A in this class. She is so funny , talking about drugs and stuff. She really cool and she gives out extra credit! Easy A!!!!

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BIO1033
Grade: Pass
Dec 2, 2013

The class is an EASYYY A, if you fail this class something is seriously wrong with you!!!!

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BIO1033
Dec 2, 2013

Armstrong is an excellent teacher! Her class/ lectures are always entertaining

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BIO1033
Dec 10, 2013

She is very interesting and lively easy A go to class for !Clicker questions 30 in total if you miss a few you can still make them up at the end of the semester. 3 Exams and one gets dropped so if your first two are good you do not need to take the final. Everything that is on the exams come from the notes no book needed so easy high B's and A's.

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BIO1033
Jan 13, 2014

SOOOO EEEEASY. online quizzes and easy iclicker points+ extra credit. Just memorize her lecture notes and you will get 95-100% on her tests. DONT have to take FINAL if you already have A in previous 2 test. HIGHLY RECOMMEND.

5.0
1.0
BIO1033
Jan 27, 2014

Extremely easy class. Only went to class on test days. Super easy A!

5.0
1.0
BIO1033
May 5, 2014

Super easy A. Very nice lady and has a passion to learn. Cancels class a lot. You need a core credit, this is the one to take!

4.0
1.0
BIO1033
Grade: A
Jul 3, 2014

Super easy class. Didn't need a textbook and I still got an A. Attending class often is very helpful because she uses the iClicker as attendance points. She's very into her teachings so it's quite interesting.

5.0
1.0
1033
Grade: A
Dec 16, 2014

Probably one of the easiest classes I've ever taken in college. All you have to do is show up to class for I-Clicker points. Has 2 tests and a final. Drops the lowest test. Gives out a review sheet for each test and HIGHLIGHTS EXACTLY what you need to know. Her tests are exactly like her review sheets. Easy A if you have a good memory.

5.0
3.0
BIO1033
Dec 17, 2014

I loved her class. She posts EVERYTHING on black board, including power point, class notes, and highlighted notes for studying. It is hard to fail this class. She gives SO many chances for points, not many tests, online quizzes that give you multiple chances which are easy grade boosters! I only used the book once and her lectures are hilarious!!!

4.0
2.0
BIO1033
Apr 28, 2015

Armstrong is so funny which makes her lectures and the entire class interesting. Uses ickickers as attendance, multiple answer quizzes with three tries for each, and 3 tests and she drops your lowest one which means you can skip the final if your other tests are good. Best professor I've taken :-)

5.0
1.0
BIO1033
Nov 9, 2015

Dr. Armstrong is very fun and an excellent teacher! Her class is extremely easy as long as you read her notes. However, class notes are for the tests, but you need the book for quizzes. Overall this class is an easy A as long as you review your notes. Try not to skip often, you do have to participate in mandatory clicker points!

4.0
2.0
BIO1033
Grade: A-
Nov 15, 2015

She was very funny and helpful! I really enjoyed going to her class and I actually learned a lot I can use in my everyday life! Would recommend!

5.0
2.0
BIO1033
Grade: A
Dec 13, 2015

Dr. Armstrong is such a sweet lady. Her stories on drugs are so interesting. Gives extra credit for course reviews at the end of the semester. No cumulative final, just a final test. Not out to get you. Her tests are exactly from her lecture notes she posts on bb and her weekly quizzes online are only 5 questions with 3 attempts. Take her!

5.0
1.0
BIO1033
Grade: A+
Mar 29, 2016

Armstrong is a genuinely sweet woman. Her class is not hard as long as you do her work and study her notes. 2 test, a final, about 12-15 online quizzes, and in-class questions via-clicker. Loved Her.

5.0
1.0
BIO1033
Grade: A+
May 11, 2016

Professor Armstrong is by far my favorite teacher at UTSA. She actually knows and UNDERSTANDS what she teaches, and doesn't just read what she has on the powerpoints. She's knowledgable, helpful, and truly wants her students to succeed. Take this class even if it's not required!! I learned a lot from her.

5.0
1.0
BIO1033
Grade: A+
Dec 7, 2016
Would take again

I absolutely LOVE Dr. Armstrong. The class is interesting and she tells stories of her experiences with whatever you are learning. She cancelled class a handful of times. Her tests are straight from her lecture notes which are available on Blackboard. She drops the lowest test grade and lowest 4 quizzes. iClicker points count for attendance.

Clear grading criteria
Amazing lectures
EXTRA CREDIT
5.0
1.0
BIO1033
Grade: A+
Dec 30, 2016
Would take again

Armstrong is great! She actually KNOWS and UNDERSTANDS what she is teaching and she makes sure the student does, too. She is funny and likes to interact with the class. You honestly have to try extra hard to fail her class because she helps you pass in every way possible.

Hilarious
Amazing lectures
EXTRA CREDIT
5.0
1.0
BIO1033
Grade: A
Feb 2, 2017
Would take again

One of the best classes I've ever taken.

Hilarious
Amazing lectures
Caring
5.0
3.0
BIO1043
Grade: A
Mar 5, 2018
Would take again

Armstrong is great! She actually KNOWS and UNDERSTANDS what she is teaching and she makes sure the student does, too. this is one of the best classes i have taken, and she is great to talk to after class . hard class to fail if you show up and go over the notes.

Inspirational
Hilarious
LECTURE HEAVY
5.0
2.0
BIO1033
Grade: A
Nov 10, 2018
Would take again

Do not waste money on the book. All her test questions come from her notes! Easy A just memorize everything in bold and you should be good to go.

Hilarious
Caring
1.0
5.0
BIO1013
Grade: D
Feb 3, 2023
Would take again

Dr A and I have worked together and produced significant research publications. She is an amazing individual and a fantastic scientist on the steps of our common mendor Dr Mathew Wanyer.

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