I took Survey of Bio and it was pretty easy. Go to the labs and do that work, study for the tests and try to pass them. There is minimal work besides 2 papers. She kept me awake, usually by telling jokes. It was a good class.

Prof Sipes is the easiest Bio prof I have ever had. I recommend everyone to take her class. She is very clear in what she teaches, and trys to incorporate humor into lessons that would otherwise be boring. Her quizes and labs are easy.

tough one!!

This lady is great. She has a great sense of humor and is helpful. Definately recommend her for anyone. However, you must read, study and use CD that comes with the book to get a good grade on her tests. You must also pay attention in class and take good notes even though you don't need them to study with!

Dr. Sipes is kick a$$. I loved her class. She made everything so fun and interesting. Her classes are hard though. You have to study a lot. Read the book, your notes, and the book CD is helpful. Also use the handout she gives. Her lab practicals are kinda hard, but she's always there to help. She is awesome awesome awesome. I recommend her 100%.

Excellent teacher! She lets the students explore on their own and bring the research and knowledge to the class. I would definitely recommend taking this class with her!

This class was easy basically because a different student gave a presentation every class, so it was mainly taught by the student. All exams where essay form, she gives you a topic, you take the exam home, and bring it back completed. My only problem is that I think she thinks theres no such think as an "A".

She is a great teacher. You can tell she knows her stuff. Very funny and helpful, although tests are hard if you dont read the book. I highly recommend her.

Professor Sipes is awesome! she's a great teacher and her labs are sooo much fun. true you have to read the book and go over everything for test, but if you do you will not be disappointed.

Material for this class is challenging, but Dr. Sipes is the best science teacher I have ever had. She is an excellent lecturer - entertaining and engaging. Got an A but had to work for it.

She is a great science teacher. Excellent (though challenging) test writer. Knows her stuff. She does joke around plenty, so if you don't pay attention in class as a rule don't bother taking any of hers, because you need to be engaged to be prepared enough for the tests.

She is the most challenging teacher I have had yet! she does not hand you the information, expects you to do well, but not at all surprised by the lack of effort people put into it. tests are extremely difficult. but make it past the drop date, do well, and spend lots and lots of time reading and asking questions on the web compliment given w/the b

If you attended this class, didn't listen, and didn't ask any questions, you probably failed. Stop trying to blame it on Sipes. I got an A. I am not an A student, I just came to class, and actually paid attention. There were only about three people in my class who actually asked questions about things that confused them. They all did well.

she is a great teacher, but your grade will rest in your own hands, how much do you want to study? she isnt easy but you will learn, its just a lot of work! I would take her again!

Great teacher, kind of hard but great quality lessons. It won't be easy but you will learn a lot. Be ready to STUDY

very smart teacher, test are hard though. Be prepared to study your butt off but you will learn a lot. Overall good teacher.

Awesome teacher. Clarity and enthusiasm are important aspects when it comes to lectures and she displays both. I truly enjoyed this class and will be taking Bio 1 with her next semester.

NOT A SOFTBALL CLASS! Dr. Sipes is a thought provoking Socratic style teacher. While she never gives you the answer outright if you pay attention she will lead you to the answer through questioning. The book and ALL of the online masteringbio is MANDITORY if you want to pass. I came out of this class with a great respect for bio and DR. Sipes.

Awesome Teacher.. Encourages you to use your mind to find the answers, not forcing you to dig through your textbook and spit out retained info

This professor has the uncanny ability of driving home even the hardest topics with minimal effort on behalf of the student, and in fact does so effortlessly.I think that the anyone willing to use their minds AND their textbook will truly enjoy her class and succeed in it!

I always hated science, but once I took Dr.Sipes class I've found a passion for science I never knew I had. She is a great professor and knows the subject well and makes it interesting. LOVE HER!!! I definately recommend her!

The students on here that say here study guides don't relate to the exams are completely of point in my opinion. I used only the study guide and bio book to study for exams and aced every one of them. DR. Sipes will stay after to answer any questions one may have. She has been teaching for many years and this shows through in her classes. A+

This was not a easy A class by any means. Yet I was still able to EARN an A, even though I did come in late here and there and missed 2 days. I thought she was an awesome teacher! She really helped make sense of the material. Yes I had to read but isn't that what you do in school?

This is not an easy class. You actually have to work. And you need to buy the book. That being said Dr. Sipes is great. You have to learn, not just skate by and barely study.

Dr. Sipes is one of the highest caliber Prof. at PSC. Some comments on here say she threatens her students.. They can't be more wrong! BSC 1010 is Bio I, which to many students sounds like an easy course, but it is a serious class designed for science majors. Take "Survey" if you want an intro course. Sipes = Bio GOD +caring, helpful, and funny.

Dr. Sipes is a wonderful and knowledgeable professor. Her genuine enthusiasm in Biology is apparent in the way she draws the classroom's interest. Easily my favorite female professor at PSC!

Come to class, read the book, use the online study material. Sipes is more than willing to help you understand the material - you just have to be interested in learning the material. She makes biology interesting and breaks down difficult topics into fun analogies. Class is much better when everyone comes ready to discuss the topic.

This is not an easy class. You really need to know everything in the book for tests. She takes what you learn in the book and then asks you to use that knowledge to solve problems on the test. MUST read book! Lecture is for discussing what was learned in the book and applying it. Got a B because I didn't study for lab test. Great teacher!!!

She is not an easy A. Her class is challenging and you have to STUDY. But her class is very enjoyable! She is very sweet and always helpful during labs and class. Arguably one of the best teachers on campus. Always do the online portion because it's worth a whole letter grade and it's easy anyway! Use the online part to study along with your notes!

She is a great teacher. She definitely loves what she teaches and doesn't mind helping you. The labs are great and fairly easy. You WILL NEED TO READ. Also, do the connect online, it helps in the long run to bring your grade up. THIS IS NOT A SLACK-OFF CLASS. You will need to study outside of class.

Dr. Sipes is a good professor, but not at all easy. Pros: she made it interesting. The lectures were not boring & she kept the class engaged. Most of the labs were kind of fun. She has a good sense of humor. Cons: Exams are extremely difficult no matter how much you study. I failed a few exams that I studied really hard for. Prepare for hard work.

Professor Sipes' Survey of Biology was well worth taking. Sipes does her best to keep each lecture entertaining, and is quite sarcastic yet professional with the students. She goes above and beyond to answer any questions you may have to better help your understanding. Highly recommend investing in the online (or Connect) access to study.

I'm currently taking surveys to biology and I don't find the class to be difficult. She makes the material more interesting, and I'm not the best in science. Pay attention in class, attend every lab because she gives short quizzes and use your study guide and you'll be ok. I've done well on every exam so far. She's a cool professor trust me!

She is funny and the class is not hard as long as you pay attention in class. Take notes and go to the labs, they are helpful to study for the test.

Really knows her stuff. She will help you if you ask. Tries to engage class by picking students to answer. She's pretty funny too. Absolutely loved her class. Didn't know if online material was required, apparently it was. Don't be late! Read read read! Tests are quite hard. You've got to understand the mat. to get the question. Would take again.

This is a tough class & if you want to pass you really need to work for it, something she is quick to mention during the first week. I found the best method to understanding the material was by reading the textbook & taking notes prior to when she would cover the material in her lectures. Her lectures were a bit lacking so reading the book is key.

WOW! One of the best teachers I've ever had the experience of having at PSC. Such a great teacher. You can tell she really loves her job. She will teach you everything you need to pass her test. She makes class fun, enjoyable and motivates you to participate in class.

She goes over everything on the tests so just study and participate in class. This class was difficult for me because I'm a business major.

Dedicated, knowledgeable, and caring. Her lectures were informative and took up all of class time. Labs were usually short and easy. Don't skip labs, attendance is for a grade. Everything was direct and any resources you needed were at your fingertips. You can get away with minimal effort like I did but it's a class worth a little bit more work.

Dr Sipes is by far the best bio professor there is in Polk State! She believes in each one of her students! Emails that back within the hour! Answers all questions! Doesnt make you feel dumb! Empowers you to do better! Treats all her students with respect! Participate in class. Read b4 class. Study and put forth the effort and its u will get A-B

What an amazing teacher! You wish you could have her as all of your professors! If you put forth the effort, come to all classes, read do hw and labs and study before class it will be an easy a you just need to put forth the effort! Also she has officers hours even if you need to talk! She actually genuinely cares about everyone of her students!

Wow, professor Sipes probably was my hardest professor I have ever taken. I rated her a 5 because I appreciate her enthusiasm, she is super passionate for what she does, and she is willing to talk to you and give you options on what you should do to pass the class. Yes it is a very hard class but just work hard. She's also funny!

Prof Sipes is a very sweet lady who clearly loves what she does! She is always enthusiastic during class and that was important to me. She is very knowledgeable on the material she teaches, yet is very good about allowing students to work things out and think for themselves about certain topics. The classes are always interactive and labs are fun.

Professor Sipes is great! I enjoy gong to her class, we learn so much, and she cares about all of her students.

Professor Sipes was amazing! I enjoyed coming to her class each week. She worked hard to plan fun labs and activities for students. She personally knew everyone and was funny. Glad I had her as my last teacher at Polk State College.

Professor Sipes is a wonderful instructor. Although her lectures were very information heavy, she does her best to explain the material to the fullest extent. In order to pass, you MUST study outside of class. Principals of Bio I is extremely informative and requires lots of outside attention. Professor Sipes does her job very well in class.

Great professor, great lectures, and great class overall. Coming from a math student, science was not always my strongest subject but she makes it hard to not love it. You just have to study, and if you do, then there is no way you cannot pass the class! Wish she teached BSC1020 :(

I loved this class! I was scared to take my first class w/ a lab, but she made it easy. Organized Canvas, lots of opportunities to improve your grade, few discussion posts, same format every week, 5 one page essays that are super easy. Just read your book and complete all the assignments and you are all good to go! She is so fun in class, too!

Very organized professor and she does her best to make sure everyone gets through ok in this tough course. Worst part is that there is a lot of reading involved, and some of the lectures drag.

Very good and caring, she understands and will extend due date, the class is difficult but if you know how to study well passing will be a breeze. weekly homework's and simple labs just be ready to work and learn!

I don't know why Professor Sipes ratings are so low. She is sarcastic and funny, maybe why some think she insulted them. Yes, this is a biology course so yes, you have to do your work and read the textbook. There are a lot of assignments, but none that will take you more than 30 minutes and they will all help you learn. Overall, great professor.

Professor Sipes is one of my favorite professors I've had in a while. She is super passionate about what she teaches and it shows through the labs and dedication to helping her students succeed. She is able to joke around and keep class moving with her wit and she may even shoot you with a nerf gun lol. Overall amazing and highly recommend!

Professor Sipes is great! She's definitely not a boring professor but the workload is a lot. If you have a busy schedule I would not recommend taking this class. It requires a lot of time and attention and exams weigh heavily on your grade so be prepared to study a lot. The homework only takes your grade up half a point, the exams matter the most.