4.4

Deborah Powell

Psychology - Miami Dade College (all)

4.4
Quality
2.3
Difficulty
50%
Would Retake
167
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4.4
Quality
2.3
Difficulty
4.3
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4.4
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50%

Would Retake

167

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What Students Say

Powell is one of the best professors I've ever taken

CLP1006 - 4.0 rating

There's a group project but it's easy too

CLP1006 - 5.0 rating
Class Info

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93%

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Ratings by Course

HUN1110

5.0

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PPE

5.0

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PCO1005

5.0

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PP5105

5.0

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PSY

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CLP1102

5.0

CLP1066

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CLP1002

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PP5105

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PSYCHCLP

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Reviews (167)
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HUN1110
Oct 31, 2003

She is a wonderful Professor. Highly recommended!

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PPE1005
Feb 25, 2004

No Comments

5.0
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PPE
Feb 27, 2004

SHE IS AN EXCELLENT TEACHER

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PPE1005
Mar 9, 2004

She is very helpful. Lets you makeup work if you were absent. Test are right from the notes. excellent professor.I recommend her.

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PCO1005
Apr 23, 2004

She is really good teacher, and very helping.

5.0
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PPE1005
Jul 11, 2004

She is a great professor. Just make sure you read, her test are very straight forward. I enjoyed her class. I got an A.

5.0
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PPE1005
Jul 28, 2004

Great teacher, gets you interested in the material and has a great sense of humor.

5.0
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PPE1005
Aug 14, 2004

super cool pro. very down to earth, also very understanding. take her!!

5.0
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PPE1005
Aug 26, 2004

Awesome Porfessor! Had her for two semesters and got A's in both classes. Very straight foward reviews and keeps the class interesting!

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PPE1005
Oct 4, 2004

She is a really great and nice prof. Just make sure to read and not get behind due to quizes. But she is really good and easy. You cannot fail. She helps you learn and be interested in subj. TAKE HER.

5.0
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PPE1005
Oct 16, 2004

Very helpful and her classes are very fun and interesting. I would recomend anyone to take this class.

5.0
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PPE1005
Nov 10, 2004

she is Great. very funny!! take her

5.0
1.0
PPE1005
Nov 11, 2004

She is a great teacher. Very helpful and fun. She makes this class enjoyable

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PPE1005
Nov 17, 2004

Makes this class harder than what it really is, her tests are all trick questions. Remember all those quizzes are extra credit at the end of the term.

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PPE1005
Grade: A+
Nov 17, 2004

Exellent Teacher! Really cares abouther students learning the material. She won't let you fail because she drills the information in. Great teacher. Must take her class.

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PPE1005
Nov 26, 2004

She is very funny. She is an excellent teacher. She makes sure you know the material. Read the book, and you'll be fine. Very fun, the only class I look forward to attend even though it's almost over. Take her, you won't regret it.

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PPE
Dec 8, 2004

Great class. Do what she asks and youll do great. Gives chapter summaries out.

5.0
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PPE
Dec 11, 2004

AWESOME TEACHER VERY CLEAR AND YOU CAN LEARN ALOT FROM HER SHE IS ALSO A VERY SMART DRESSER!!

5.0
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PPE1005
Dec 17, 2004

She teaches very clearly, explains things respectfully (unless you ask the same thing over and over like one kid in my class did :P). She can be humorous... gives thorough summaries and a fair amount of work.

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PPE1005
Dec 20, 2004

Awsome teacher! I got an A and I didnt even show up for the final. Got 101+ on the tests I did do. If you go to every class and pay attention (which she make easy to do because she is humorous) you barely even have to study. Just read the chapter before going to class she does alot of easy pop quiz

5.0
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PPE1005
Mar 7, 2005

AWESOME Teacher. Makes the class very interesting and does fun activities to help you learn the material.

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PPE1005
Apr 7, 2005

class was very boring does not seem interested in what she teches only the first weeks of school then, she is not interested.Test are very hard not from what she teaches. Boring atmosphere,she has a very sarcastic attitude

5.0
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PPE1005
Apr 13, 2005

I've had her before and she was a great teacher.The tests aren't that hard and if you get an A on all the tests you skip the final.

5.0
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PPE1005
Apr 17, 2005

Took her class and loved, showed up not only b/c there was a hot guy in my class, but also b/c the class was easy, and interesting. Totally recommend her

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PP5105
Apr 22, 2005

I took her class my first semester at Miami Dade, she is an awesome teacher,very sweet, nice and she will always make the class interesting. I recommend her to anyone!!!!

5.0
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PPE1005
Apr 27, 2005

She is an excellent teacher.....She really cares for her students and her class is very interesting. Just make sure to read what she assigns and show up to class. Much of what she talks about in class shows up on the test. Take her she's great.....

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PPE1005
May 15, 2005

proffesor powell is a great teacher, i learned a great deal from her class if possible take her class! u wont regreat it just do her work she is very down to earth.

5.0
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PPE1005
Jun 15, 2005

dr.powell is a wonderful teacher. everything she explains is very clear. this teacher is a valuable asset to the college,and should be voted teacher of the year.

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PPE1005
Jun 20, 2005

She was an excellent teacher from the first day.Prof. Powell automatically broke the tension in the class and before you knew it we were all participating in intresting group discussions.Would take her again no hesitations!

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PPE1005
Jun 23, 2005

She is a nice person, but if you hate to participate in class and talk about your personal life, just choose another teacher.

5.0
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PPE1005
Jun 24, 2005

professor powell she is a great teacher.she make class fun and interest.i'm going to take more class with her.she very helpful and she take ppe 1005 with her.

5.0
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PPE1005
Jun 24, 2005

Professor Powell i enjoy her class alot.she know how to teach and you will learn alot with her.

5.0
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PPE1005
Aug 1, 2005

she s a great teacher... a super cool teacher.. but you have to be very open in class when it comes on participating.. she doesnt give alot of test either homeworks.. she is an easy teacher... take her!!

5.0
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PPE
Aug 30, 2005

great teacher, easy to understand her instructions, she makes her classes very interesting, and is a teacher you would want to take

5.0
1.0
PSY
Sep 14, 2005

Dr Powell is a great person she really cares. I would take her class again if I could.

5.0
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PPE1005
Sep 28, 2005

SHE'S AWSOME! Thats all i have to say. She's clear in what she has to say and easy going. Its a fun class as well. I have learned so much having her as a profeesor. If you really want to learn something that will be useful in the future,take that class.

5.0
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PSYCHOLOGY
Grade: Not_Sure_Yet
Oct 12, 2005

She is awesome!! She makes the class really fun and there is alot of group working. Her reviews are awesome they make the test super easy. And most tests are even open book!! U gotta take her

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PPE1005
Dec 7, 2005

she isn't the type of teacher that really cares

5.0
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PPE1005
Dec 8, 2005

Good class. Good teacher. Keeps you interested. Can explain things very well. I'd take her again.

5.0
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PPE1005
Dec 19, 2005

This by far is the best teacher that I have in miami dade college. her test all not hard, and i learn alot with her

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PPE1005
Mar 9, 2006

Professor Powell is awesome! she makes the class so fun and interesting, the time goes so fast in this class. You'll learn a lot of useful things for you life. Now the tests are very long...you have around 34 questions each test, where you have mutliple choice and essya questions. You will need to study and read a lot if you want a high GPA!

5.0
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PPE1105
Mar 14, 2006

IF U NEED THIS CLASS..TAKE PROF POWELL! SHE IS SO MUCH FUN AND MAKES LEARNING INTERESTING! I AM HAPPY TO GO TO THAT CLASS AND LEARN NEW THINGS. THE TESTS ARE SO EASY BECAUSE SHE COVERS EVERYTHING IN CLASS. SHE HAS TO BE THE BEST TEACHER OF THIS COURSE!!

5.0
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PPE1005
Apr 21, 2006

She is a really good Professor, she takes he time to explain everything and her test are not hard at all, and she is SUPER nice. Anyone that needs to take PPE1005 take Professor Powell.

5.0
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PPE
Apr 22, 2006

I love this teacher funny and cool kind of crazy but nice. Easy class you will pass for sure she is very careing and sweet. My class was the crazy but she loved us i really recomment you this teacher

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PPE1005
Apr 25, 2006

AWSOME PROFFESSOR!!! If you can, take the class you wont regret it.

5.0
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PPE
Apr 25, 2006

I loved this teacher she is sweat and understanding cool and funny. Test are easy recommended her class you will pass 4 sure turst me

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PPE1005
Apr 29, 2006

I love this professor! I am so sad that I am not in her class anymore. She is a lot of fun, teaches great, and I learned a ton from her class. This is a very interesting, informal course and if you take her, it will be the best PPE you could ever take because she's so great! TAKE HER YOU WON'T REGRET IT!! :) Everyone love's her.

5.0
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ISS2270
May 10, 2006

She was an awesome teacher. She always let you express your opinion in class. Her class is very interesting, which makes it easy to always go. Her test are easy and you can use the student guides on them. Everyone should take her.

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PPE1005
Jun 14, 2006

she is a nice person..but he make the test are very tricky sooo it makes an easy class hard ....

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PPE
Jun 21, 2006

she's amazing! she always tries to make the class fun & interesting! always reviews for tests and will help you when you need it! I highly recommend her!

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PPE
Jun 30, 2006

She is awesome! when I first started attending this class I didn't think I would learn anything. Mrs.Powell doesn't really care about grades. I mean you do have to get good grades but she mainly cares about actually teaching something. I reallly learned something in her class. She's awesome. Thanks Mrs. Powell.

5.0
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PPE1005
Jul 18, 2006

Professor Powell is a wonder ful lady. She was very nice and easy going. Just make sure that before you go to class you have an adg. that begins with the same first letter of you name. I.E. Cudly Cathrin. She makes it fun and very exciting. Awesome teacher.

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PPE1005
Aug 10, 2006

What a sweetheart! she makes class interesting & easy to pass. Her tests are a little tricky but sometimes she lets you use your study guide to help you. Don't take this class though if you are shy because she likes to pick on ppl & get the whole class to talk.

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ISS2270
Sep 29, 2006

She is terrific so far. She's funny, and she makes a conscious effort to get to know everyone. She has a very subtle way of making you come out with your prejudices, so if you don't want to be too revealing, you probably shouldn't take her class. I'll get back to you at the end of the semester to make sure I still feel this way.

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ISS2270
Sep 29, 2006

all we really do in class is discuss the chapters (which are interesting anyways) and get into groups to converse. this is an easy A class. she's super nice and explains and gives examples. difinitely take her

5.0
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ISS2270
Jan 2, 2007

Okay, I left the previous rating, and I'm even more fond of her now than I was when I left the comment. She is one of the best professors I've had at Miami Dade. I learned a lot about myself and others. I've become very careful with what I say and how I say it, thanks to her being such an amazingly positive influence. Everyone should take this clas

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CLP1006
Jan 3, 2007

She is such a motivating & positive person.She teaches very well and her tests are pretty much everything she goes over but you have to read the chapters to fully understand all the material for her test. She does fun activities and is very flexible if you have any difficulties with assignments or tests. She teaches you how to become a better perso

5.0
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CLP1006
Jan 5, 2007

Shes nice and sweet her tests are a little tricky but she lets you know that up front. She's always ready for a class discussion and is extremely enthusiatic. This class is no walk in the park.. you need to "become intimately involoved with your book".

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CLP1006
Jan 5, 2007

THE BEST PROFESSOR EVER! this class was the best, the professor knows the material and she's always there to help you out!! This class is very easy !! all you have to do is read the book and the handouts and you should be fine! I highly recomend this class!!!

5.0
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CLP1006
Jan 29, 2007

shes pretty easy if you read your book. all you do is have class discussions and analyse most of it in your groups, She cares and actually wants you to pass the course.

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CLP1006
Feb 1, 2007

I LOVE THIS LADY! Her teaching style in interactive, she lets you know what you NEED to know, she WILL include everyone. This class isn't for anybody who sits in the back and kinda follows along. Only downer, she's a buckeye fan. :-) I will definately take her again!!!

5.0
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ISS2270
Apr 17, 2007

not a hard class, she has study guides for every test and her tests are open notes and book, which makes it super easy, she grades with points so never miss class cuz shes always giving assignments worth points,we got to watch crash and answer 5 easy questions for 40 points,if u fail this class, there's something terribly wrong with you, EASY A

4.0
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ISS2270
May 6, 2007

She's very direct and straight forward. Just make sure you fill out as much as you can on the study guides because you can use them for your test.

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SLS1125
May 21, 2007

She is a great professor!, her class is not hard jst make sure you do all the chapter excercises and take notes, you can use them in the test. She is very sweet and understanding, I would take her again without thinking twice about it! i recommend her 100%

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CLP1006
Jun 16, 2007

Awesome teacher!!! Excellent at teaching, and knows the whole book by heart so she explains things clearly! Humorous also, so makes the class really fun, and as long as you do all your assignments and study the study guides, you can easily get an A!!!

5.0
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CLP1006
Jun 18, 2007

Really nice teacher, very funny. She makes her class interesting and fun. I totally recomend her. A+

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ISS2270
Jun 27, 2007

Hands Down this teacher is THE BEST IN THE WORLD!!! This Prof. is the kindest lady out their. Few Homework, and gives 3 packets of study guides that you get the answers from in the Textbook. Thats all the work u do; and yes it is mandatory to have the book. This class is an easy "A". Holla at cha Boi when you see it for yourself. You'll thank me.

4.0
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CLP1006
Dec 16, 2007

Easy but you do have to do some work, study for tests are just like the study guide,fun class, learn much

4.0
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CLP1006
Jan 6, 2008

She is a good professor. She takes her job very seriously and I actually learned a lot. The textbook is your life line. READ IT & STUDY IT. The tests are based solely on the textbook. The tests consist of mostly multiple choice & an open book section. She also gives out helpful chapter outlines.

5.0
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CLP1006
Jan 10, 2008

wonderful person and teacher. She is extremely helpful. Makes learning fun. Very energetic and makes the course interesting. Makes tests easy to pass becuz she gives u a exact same practice test and answers of the exam, couple days before you take the exam. She reviews with you, and takes the time out to make sure everyone understands the material.

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CLP1006
Apr 19, 2008

She is by far the smartest and most knowledgable teacher. She knows the text book and she teaches cause she likes to. Everything you learn you can put to use in your life. GREAT GREAT GREAT professor, you will enjoy her class!!! I never once fell asleep.

4.0
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CLP1006
May 4, 2008

I like her you just have to pay attention to her daily knowledge checks and you will be good

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CLP1006
May 9, 2008

She is great!!! smart! staright to the point! no final exam, if you pass first 3 test with an A, funny, mus READ!

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CLP1006
Jun 17, 2008

She's an excellent teacher. I took her for Summer A. Attendance was mandatory, there were 3 exams, a group project (super easy), anda research paper. Must read the book! She gives you notes and study guide. I never used her notes or sg, instead I made my own thorough notes and got A's on the tests and was exempt from the final and the paper.

4.0
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CLP1006
Jun 18, 2008

Prof. Powell really knows her materials. She is very funny. She really helpful too. Study the book as it will help you out in most of the lectures and the knowledge checks that she gives. She also gives out a study guide before each tests. The requirements is a research paper and group presentation of a assigned chapter. Overall, I recommend her.

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CLP1006
Jun 19, 2008

she was a good teacher.. i liked the calss it helps you alot to understand things about you that you never knew before ALOT of reading.. she never answers her e-mails... if you study and read you will pass i got and A she is very funny...

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CLP1006
Jul 12, 2008

I had this teacher for clp1006 peronal effectiveness! awesome teacher!1 evry helpful knows how to teach!! totally should take her!

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CLP1006
Jul 21, 2008

She was a good teacher. I had to spend two hours and a half in that class but it went by fast because she always talks about interesting topics. I thought i was going to fail because i was having trouble with the test but I PASSED with a B! SHES great !

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CLP1006
Jul 25, 2008

She is an amazing teacher. Highly recommend her. 3 exams,a research paper and a group presentation. 3 A's and no research paper. Gives extra credits. She's the best. I took her for summer A and got an A and it was an easy one. But need to read the textbook and go over the study guide and the summaries. Take her guys and pay attention in class.

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CLP1006
Sep 10, 2008

for those of you who said she is a great teacher, a teacher is suppose to TEACH and that is exactly what she did not do. all she likes to do is ask the class common sense questions and make you get infront of the class EVERY class. she never taught! i DROPPED this class.

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CLP1006
Oct 1, 2008

i loved this teacher.she clear with information and gives alot of information on test given. you must read the book but its interesting. she's also a fuuny person.recommend this teacher and/or class to anyone and everyone.great teacher!!

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CLP1006
Oct 16, 2008

easy teacher. you just need to read the book & pay attention in class. she gives study guides before every test that help a lot. i recommend her

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CLP1006
Dec 22, 2008

She is very helpful and nice. The test are not that hard if you study only 30 questions with an open book section and 2-4 bonus questions, she does assign a lot of journal assignments that are worth doing. We mostly work in groups in the class. One thing that I kind of dilike is that she is outspoken and you do have to talk alot in the class

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CLP1006
Dec 10, 2008

Great teacher. Class is lots of fun. Only one major project. Tests are easy if you study (she gives a study guide before every test. Great attitude. Loves what she teaches.

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CLP1006
Dec 22, 2008

there are 3 exams. She gives reviews for the exams. Very easy class and if you know the review your gonna pass the exam!

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CLP1006
Jan 5, 2009

She is the best teacher at MDC!! This class consists of three exams, one major GROUP project which everyone must participate and FINAL...she gives easy journal assignments and greeat study reviews to be able to get an "A" on her exams! TAKE HER FOR THIS CLASS!!!

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CLP1006
Mar 17, 2009

Shes straightforward but fun. When she says your going to use the book a lot she means it but I didnt have a problem with reading it because it was interisting and useful information that everyone needs or should know. And the other stuff is just commonsense. The tests need to be studied for which is so easy with the study guide.

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CLP1006
Mar 3, 2009

Great professor and funny. Gives three tests if you get all A's you are except from the final. If you don't get three A's you still have a chance because she drops lowest test grade and replaces it with your research paper grade. Along with the research paper there is a group presentation.

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CLP1006
Apr 3, 2009

Shes a cool fun professor. Easy tests no surprises. If you dont get an A its your fault. The only thing im not crazy about is having to work in groups all the time and doing group projects, but thats just me. Take her easy A

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CLP1006
May 4, 2009

EASY and GUARANTEED A+++ and you learn something!

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ISS2270
May 9, 2009

It is a very easy class but One thing that got me with her was how disorganized she is. She gave me a D when I really got an A. I had to email her to tell her the mistake she is going to change it but she is very disorganized. Easy class 3 test open notes and a group paper. Your pretty much in groups since the beggining of the semester.

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CLP1006
Jun 15, 2009

Fantastic teacher. She teaches her students to see things threw different eyes. I highly recommend this class.

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PSYCHCLP
May 11, 2009

good professor. the assignments arent hard. you just have to actually do them. u need to study for tests but she givves u reviews....i liked the class.

5.0
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SLS1125
Jun 21, 2009

If you're taking this class, you know you need help and she's here for you! Very easy to pass her class, just do all the assignments and take notes. Tests are either open book or with notes. She cares about her students and is really funny too.

4.0
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CLP1006
Dec 4, 2009

SHE IS A VERY NICE OPEN MINDED TEACHER.. SHE TREATS EVERYONE VERY FAIRLY. ITS A CLASS THAT YOU CANT BE SHY TO BE IN .. YOU HAVE TO SPEAK IN CLASS.. THERE IS 1 GROUP/RESEARCH PROJECT AND 3 QUIZEZ WHICH IF U GET A IN ALL YOU GET NO FINAL..THE ONLY THING THAT IS ANNOYING IS EVERYTHING IS THE BOOK, OVER AND OVER.

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CLP1006
Dec 11, 2009

she is very sarcastic, you must use the book all the time tells you to read the book and come back and answer questions 3 test one final one group project and research paper your in groups from the begining. MUST STUDY

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ISS2270
Dec 17, 2009

TAKE HER I took her for multi-culture, very easy A. Go to class, do class assignments and test are open study guides!

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CLP1006
Jan 19, 2010

Only three tests and a final. If you Ace the tests you don't have to take the final. I passed the class with an "A" without taking the final. If you fail this class you should reconsider going to college.

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CLP1006
Mar 18, 2010

I LOVE HER! I look forward to her class every day! You definitly need to be in her class for the reviews and its in your best interest to read ahead...TRUST ME!If you study, you will pass! She is very funny and open minded! makes the class laugh!

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CLP1006
May 3, 2010

very good teacher hope to see her again

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CLP1006
May 6, 2010

she is a great teacher but her tests are hard.

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SLS1125
Jun 14, 2010

She awesome!!! she's super funny. You WILL need to talk ALOT in class so if you don't want to do that then you shouldn't take her. She'll help you to make sure you understand the material and she'll use personal experinces. i love her and i would take her class over and over again. =)

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CLP1006
Jun 22, 2010

SHE WAS AWESOME!!! I looked foward to her class all the time! I took her from looking at ratemyprofessors her tests were fill in the blank and except the last which i did well but she has you do a paper to clean up any low grade she loves her students...TAKE HER!!!

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SLS1125
Jun 22, 2010

Professor Powell is AWESOME! You have to participate in class, do your homework, and study BUT if you already knew how to do those things, you wouldn't be taking this class. I learned so much from her, and am glad that I picked her for my SLS class. I definitely recommend her to anyone who is lost in their own world and wants to gain knowledge!

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ISS2270
Jul 2, 2010

Professor Powell was amazing. She's not easy but if you do the work and go to class you'll have no problem. Every word coming out of her mouth was interesting. I loved taking this class with her.

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CLP1006
Jul 25, 2010

TEACHER WAS AWESOME!! she teaches very clear... her tests are easy and her class is very easy too! if you take this class and do what she asks you are sure to pass she always wants to help people oiut!

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CLP1006
Oct 18, 2010

Powell is great! She is very funny great teacher. YOU NEED TO STUDY FOR HER TESTS. If you study you will get an A or B. In class she will go over the test materials and she gives you reviews which you do in class. There are 3 test, about 30 multiple choice and 6 open book short answers. Makes sure class knows the material. VERY PATIENT TAKE HER

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CLP1006
Dec 20, 2010

She is an amazing professor. she helped me so much and she was so cool. she made comeing to her class fun. i passed her class with an "A". i recomand you get this professor. she's awsome!!!!

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CLP1006
Dec 26, 2010

an AMAZING AMAZING AMAZING professor! I looked foward to coming to class. She really made this class fun. I learned a lot. She's funny, and she clearly loves her job you can tell when she begans teaching and her facial expressions are priceless!I recommend her class to anyone considering taking a CLP1006 class! I passed with an A.

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CLP1006
Dec 29, 2010

Great professor. She is extremely helpful but plays no games. She is very straight forward in what she expects. If she sees you are doing your part as a student in trying and getting the work done you will do just fine!!! SHE WILL KNOW IF YOU ARE TRYING TO PULL A FAST ONE ON HER....

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CLP1006
Jan 6, 2011

this professor is really cool, fun, and helpful but her tests are really hard if u dont study.. make sure u READ the book, as well, as her powerpoints cause u never know what will be on the test.. she always switches it out. And dont email her cause she will never reply back. got a C in her class. take her if u wanna read and study like crazy!

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CLP1006
Jan 6, 2011

professor is really cool, fun, and helpful but her tests are really hard if u dont study.. make sure u READ the book, as well, as her powerpoints cause u never know what will be on the test.. she always switches it out. And dont email her cause she will never reply back. got a C in her class. take her if u wanna read and study like crazy!

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CLP1006
Jan 18, 2011

Don't take... you were warned.

3.0
2.0
CLP1006
Mar 23, 2011

Not a fan of her teaching. She is extremely cocky and will sometimes degrade her students by calling them out or giving them one of her nasty stares. Tests are fair, not easy if you did not study. I would not recommend her!

2.0
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CLP1006
Apr 18, 2011

her class is so difficult. if yuo have that class you have to study all. DO NOT TAKE OTHER CLASS IF YOU DECIDED GET THIS CLASS WITH HER.

5.0
2.0
ISS2270
Apr 21, 2011

Professor Powell is pretty amazing. Her teaching style is very interactive. She splits the class into groups at the beginning of the semester and assigns projects almost every class. Overall the class is easy, but attendance is mandatory.As other students have mentioned, you are allowed to use the study guide during the exams. A++

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CLP1006
Apr 29, 2011

she's really funny and the classes are ok. she exempts the final if you get get A's on the three quizzes. the class is really interesting and helpful :)

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CLP1006
May 4, 2011

Her teaching style is amazing. Just listen to her lectures, and the test should be a breeze. The interaction she has with class I find awkward. She gets to know the person well, and then work with them from their personality traits. Overall an amazing Prof. You'll learn a lot from going to her class.

4.0
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CLP1006
May 7, 2011

You must read and study. Its not just another easy psych class. She does quizzes and checks to see if you read. If you are faithful in coming to class at the end of the semester she will give you extra credit.

2.0
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CLP1102
May 18, 2011

HARD!!! You have to devote your whole like to this class. I have no idea how I passed.. I guess she felt bad for me. So, she is clearly not a horrible person & Nice. But, her class is very confusing and you will HAVE to read every single page of that book. If you are a genius and love to read. If you are taking this to get credit. Prepare to cry!

4.0
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CLP1006
Oct 20, 2011

DO NOT TAKE THIS CLASS! It is super hard. Attendance is Mandatory. You need to read pretty much the whole book Yes, she lets you use the study guide but only for the last 15 Min of the test. I dont understand how I did all my work/tests and did not pass and my boyfriend, which I had in class did 2 assignments, failed all tests and passed with a B.

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CLP1006
Nov 16, 2011

Ms. Powell is one of those teachers you will remember long after you're done with her class. This is my second class I've taken with her for a reason (SLS first). She explains the material clearly. Come to class with an open mind, study & take notes. It's not a hard class, I guarantee you will get the grade you deserve.

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CLP1006
Nov 28, 2011

DONT LISTEN TO WHAT ANYONE ELSE SAYS LISTEN TO ME! This class is challenging but if you're looking for an easy college class then you shouldn't be in college in the first place. Second if you try your best in her class and give it you're all she will do what she can to help you pass the class! she is nice and she has a heart. choose this class!

3.0
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CLP1002
Dec 11, 2011

Complicate class. she seems really nice and calm the first day but then the class is a drag. I learned because I wanted too not because she motivated me. I dont know, Im indifferent about having taken it. You HAVE to study thats for sure.

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MUL1006
Dec 17, 2011

Prof. Powell is a good professor who really cares about the subject. This class was much more difficult than I expected as I thought it was going to be cake. LOTS OF READING! She expects you to come to class prepared to discuss the assigned reading and gets upset when you don't. Tests are mostly short answer with a little multiple choice thrown in.

5.0
2.0
CLP1006
Dec 20, 2011

Awesome professor. She's serious about teaching the material but can drop some funny lines and crack jokes from time to time. Not a boring class, i thought. you get 3 absences. there are 3 tests, 1 final. you can be exempt from the final with 3 A's on the tests. theres a research project/presentation that drops your lowest test grade. BUY THE BOOK!

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ISS2270
Jan 8, 2012

Prof. Powell is full of interesting knowledge. Her class is really easy if you do the study guides (which you can use for the test!) Shes really cool and classy. I really liked having her for class.

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CLP1006
Mar 31, 2012

Her class is kind of hard little bit because of the much studying you have to do: Study the study guide, the book, the flash cards in the website. But if you really study for this class you will pass with ease. There is a project/presentation at the end of the semester to take out your lowest grade.

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CLP1006
Apr 29, 2012

Nothing 2 say but this class was super easy.She is very nice,funny,sarcastic & helpful.You would probably be better off taking it in the summer because its kind of easier even though you have to read and study like 3 chapters but its simple I promise.I got an A in the class.I studied the day before the test and still got an A.Shes a great teacher:)

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CLP1006
May 5, 2012

Very nice and helpful. She really enjoys teaching and cares about her students. She is hard but her teaching style is worth it. Study, read the book, participate in class and try not to miss a class. Her lectures are important. I recommend her to anyone who is willing to study and participate. This professor really cares and wants students to pass

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CLP1006
Oct 14, 2012

A lot of work isnt always a bad thing, however, Powell is all over the place because she assigns too many things at once. These assignments are miscellaneous and add up after awhile. She uses the textbook every class and will have you writing a research paper in MLA towards the end of the semester. I do not recommend her at all. Grading is picky

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CLP1006
Oct 28, 2012

:) She's a great psychology teacher and gets you very involved.If you don't like to participate don't take her because you will most probably talk every other class.Work with groups and definitely get the book you'll need it !1

5.0
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ISS2270
Apr 25, 2013

This class was like hanging out with friends. The tests were open book and you can use the study guide, however you can still fail if you don't read the material! I enjoyed this class and Prof.Powell is super cool and down to earth. Take this class you'll have a stress free semester.

5.0
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CLP1006
May 4, 2013

Great teacher. Makes class very interesting. Very involved with students. Very fair. If you do read the book and do the work you will get an A for sure. My favorite class so far.

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CLP1006
May 8, 2013

At first I didn't like the professor, but after time she grew on me. If you don't want to talk in front of people this may be the wrong class for you. Interesting material covered. Very textbook oriented. If you read, you will pass the class.

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CLP1006
Jul 31, 2013

Very nice professor, only take her if you like to read and participate in class, you have to read and learn everything in the book in order to pass.

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CLP1006
Aug 27, 2013

If you're shy.... I don't recommend this class. From day one you will be speaking in front of class. I found the questions to her tests to be tricky but other than that it's a pretty interesting class.

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CLP1006
Oct 20, 2013

nice lady. good sense of humor. but cannot and does not teach. likes to put students in groups and gives lots of quizzes and reading assignments. tests are on about 3 chapters. likes to call on random students so you always have to be prepared. wouldnt recommend this class.

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CLP1006
Oct 31, 2013

I do not recommend this class to anyone. Professor Powell makes you read and read and read. She is very scattered and sets you off to do tons of work and then lies about quizzing you.

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CLP1006
Nov 12, 2013

she is nice, awesome sense of humor. She likes to put students into groups and uses textbook A LOT. YOU MUST STUDY FOR HER TEST!!!! I REPEAT MUST STUDIE! if you are looking for an easy A fly by class I tell you to look else where, she is awesome but hard teacher

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CLP1006
Nov 13, 2013

She is a really nice professor, dont take her if you are a shy person! they are 3 test, one research paper and optional final.

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ISS2270
Dec 8, 2013

Ridiculously EASY. All you need to do is skim the book a little before class, fill out the study guides and the class is in the bag. Shes funny and nice, and the class requires almost zero effort to pass. DO IT. DONT THINK IT.

4.0
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CLP1006
Dec 20, 2013

Professor Powell is a good teacher. Text book is needed so get ready to read! A lot of reading in this class. The test are easy if you do the study guides and study. If you don't read and study you will not pass. READ and use her study guides and it's an easy A. She is very by the book and not that fun. Does not reply to emails.

5.0
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CLP1006
Dec 22, 2013

The class is a lot of reading, but you actually learn a lot about psychology. There's 4 exams and she drops your lowest score.

4.0
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ISS2270
Dec 25, 2013

This class is too EASY!!! Just show up! Tests are open book and open study guide. (It is all vocabulary). By far one of coolest teachers to take for this class! Pick for an EASY A!

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CLP1006
Jan 4, 2014

Excellent teacher, very clear with explanation, there was a lot of reading. She teaches mostly by repetition. Be on her good side,she is very sincere.You have to work for your grade, there was a group work, tests and quizzes.

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CLP1006
Feb 11, 2014

Great teacher, makes the class enjoyable. A lot of reading but her work isn't difficult. She's great I totally recommend her

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CLP1006
Feb 28, 2014

She makes the test hard with lots of open ended questions that you have to explain and these tests are after reading 3 chapters of ruffly 90 stinking pages of boring reading that nobody has time for when your already working and going to school and you forget it all by the time you take the test. I do not recommend!

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ISS2270
Apr 14, 2014

Easy. You do have to try and do all your homework. All test were open notes and book.

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CLP1006
Grade: A+
Jun 17, 2014

She's pretty easy. There's like 3 Tests but if you get A's on all you don't have to take the final. She gives you multiple study guides and gives you mini quizzes to see if you've been reading but she mostly lets you take it with a group. There's a group project but it's easy too. There's so many chances to pass and she's always helpful. Take her!

5.0
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SLS1125
Jul 15, 2014

PROF POWELL'S CLASS WAS AWESOME SINCE DAY ONE. GRADING IS ALL ABOUT CLASS PARTICIPATION AND READING THE BOOK. AND EVEN IF YOU DON'T READ, ALL OF HER TESTS ARE OPEN BOOK AND NOTES. SO HOW CAN YOU SAY THIS IS A TOUGH CLASS? BY FAR THE EASIEST CLASS I'VE HAD AND MIND YOU I WAS WORKING TWO JOBS WHILE TAKING THIS CLASS.

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CLP1006
Grade: A
Oct 25, 2014

This class is very interesting and you learn a lot, but you have to study. The tests and quizzes are mostly open answers. Only a very small section of the test is multiple choice. The professor is good and she grades fairly, but you need to study if you want to pass, it's not an easy A.

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CLP1006
Grade: A+
Nov 20, 2014

SHES AN AMAZING PROFESSOR not going to lie she you do need to study to pass her tests but she explains it so so so so so so so so so so GOOD! that's its okay and shes not a difficult professor at all id take her again! she can also be funny.

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CLP1066
Dec 2, 2014

I DON'T LIKE HER! SHE IS FUNNY, BUT TALKS TO MUCH EVEN WHEN YOU ARE DOING A TEST SHE WONT STOP TALKING. THE BOOK IS MANDATORY AND SHE WANTS YOU TO READ EVERY CHAPTER FROM THE BOOK LIKE IF YOU DON'T HAVE ANY OTHER CLASS ONLY HERS. THERE IS NO WAY TO GET ANY EXTRA CREDIT IF YOU WANT TO PASS HER CLASS. HER CLASS IS BASED ON TESTS AND THAT'S ALL.

4.0
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CLP1006
Grade: A+
Dec 2, 2014

Powell is a good professor, I just don't like the classsubject at all. She grades fairly and is funny. You spend a lot of time in groups and there is a group presentation at the end. If you get an A on the first 3 tests and on the presentation and have good attendance, you don't have to take the final. The tests are easy if you read the chapters.

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CLP1006
Grade: B
Dec 21, 2014

Prof. Powell is one of the best professors I've ever taken. She really cares for the subject matter and her students. Tests are a mix of multiple-choice and write-ins, but they're not hard if you study. If you get three "A's" on the first three tests and on the group presentation you don't have to take the final.

4.0
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SLS
Grade: A
Jan 12, 2015

She's a good professor in my opinion keeps the class professional yet friendly. When I had her for SLS 1017, we just basically did group work, quizs, 3 tests and types of personalities types etc. Also, if you pass all the tests with As the final would not be necessary for you to take.

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CLP1006
Grade: D+
Jan 29, 2015

you have to work if you want to pass this class. Its like high school. group work and presentations. Quizzes every week about the chapters. you have to read A LOOOOOOOOOTTTTTTT. she is not the kind of professor I like but she's not that bad.

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CLP1006
Grade: D
Mar 26, 2015

she is not that good, must read the material for lecture, group presentation quizzes every week

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PSY
Apr 27, 2015

I loved this teacher and class so much! She really inspired me. I learned so much and she was so sweet and helpful. I would take her over and over again!!

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CLP1006
Apr 30, 2015

This professor is awesome! She knows exactly what she's talking about and does a very good job at explaining in her lectures. She knows the book like the back of her hand. This course does require a lot of reading but if you read and pay attention in class you will pass guaranteed. She is an easy grader and gives lots of bonus questions on tests.

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CLP1060
Oct 27, 2015

Professor Powell is HILARIOUS! She always try's to make you understand, even if it means making a fool of herself.I love prof Powell.I struggled in her class but if you study you'll passThe only thing is that she does have tests, like any other teacher And you HAVE to study for them if not you'll fail. Over all this is one of my favorite teachers!

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CLP1006
Nov 20, 2015

If you're ok with basically teaching yourself the material.. than this class is perfect for you. You are expected to have an entire chapter read every time you enter the classroom and she expects you to remember every single thing in the chapter. She doesn't really lecture, and she gives you dirty looks when you answer something incorrectly.

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CLP1006
Grade: B
Dec 17, 2015

She's a good professor and is knowledgeable in the field, but she's a tough grader. Expect to pass that class basically based off the group projects and do the readings! Attendance counts

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CLP1006
Grade: B+
Mar 9, 2016

SHE IS A GOOD PROFESSOR, BUT YOU HAVE TO READ A LOT. MANY TERMS TO LEARN FOR THE TEST.

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CLP1006
Grade: B+
Jun 21, 2016
Would take again

Respected by stydents

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CLP1006
Grade: B
Apr 20, 2017
Wouldn't take again

She's not easy nor she is hard. This is pretty much a class where you wanna challenge yourself. I thought I would have failed this class cuz her exams were pretty damn hard. Multiple choice and fill in the blanks. There's 3 exams, 1 research paper and 1 group project presentation. She's funny af and cool but intimidating.

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