Tests are somewhat difficult, HOWEVER, you get to take an 8.5 x 11 cheat sheet with as much info as you want on it into every test. Also the lowest test was dropped (which included the final as a possibility to drop). Very energetic professor who really wants her students to do well.

OMD-I am madly in love with Professor Stearns. I don't know if she's into women, but I don't care because my love would go unrequited either way. Prof. Stearns is an amazing lecturer. She doesn't miss a beat, she's fifty beats ahead but not ahead of you, and enough to keep you awake for her entire morning class. She's funny, unbiased, and brilliant

Prof Stearns is great. She is clear, funny, and while the tests are a little tricky, you are allowed a cheatsheet and she will drop the lowest one (i didn't even have to go to the final) If you put in some work on your cheat sheet it's hard not to do well. While attendance isn't mandatory - you should go!

Farely easy class with tests that are straight from notes and the book. Teacher is a nice lady who is willing to help you if you have problems. Covers a lot of interesting material, I recommend it.

Interesting material, smart prof. Lectures not mandatory, tests come from textbook and are doable w/cheat sheet. Do well on first three tests so you dont have to take the final. Stearns is very nice and very smart but lectures can get a bit boring, especially at 8:50. Still, a great intro to psych. Strongly recommended.

Attendance is not mandatory. You could get an easy A just following the learning objectives and reading the book like I did. Study in advance and spend time on your cheat sheet. Stearns is very enthusiastic even at 8:50. Her lectures and examples help a lot but just mirror the book. Very nice and helpful overall. I'd recommend this class!

Absolutely fantastic professor. Really tries hard to engage the class, and you can tell she loves what she is doing. Only 3 exams and then 1 final, all of which pretty much come straight out of the textbook. Psych majors would be CRAZY not to take her.

Enthusiastic enough to keep me awake at 8:50. Reading the text book is helpful but not mandatory. Her lectures go over the text book material and she elaborates with real life examples. 3 midterms and 1 final, you can drop 1/not take 1 (including the final), and you can have a cheat sheet with anything you want on it for each exam.

I really loved this class! She's so energetic and interesting-- I always went to class even though you really don't have to if you read the textbook carefully. It's also easy to get an A if you study- 3 tests and a final with one-page cheat sheets (and you don't have to take the final if you have an A!)

Great lector. Read the book, follow the outline in class, and GO TO CLASS. An 8:50 is difficult, but she makes the lectures worth it. Relatively easy midterms (with a memory sheet) and a final with no essay.

Excellent professor. Every class is stimulating and Professor Stearns' energy and enthusiasm make the effort of getting up for an 8:50 class totally worth it. Tests go off class material and textbook but are very fair. Plus the allowed memory sheet really helps during the test. Highly recommend for the intro to psych course.

Amazing professor! I can't stand waking up for early classes, but this class was worth it. She takes a genuine interest in her students' success. Her lectures are clear and engaging, and exams are reasonable - you can use a memory card and the lowest grade drops.

General Psych with Stearns was a fun experience and you could definitely tell that she knew her stuff. She specializes in social psychology. The class itself (4 tests with lowest grade dropped which could include the final) was doable. However, if you don't catch up on the textbook readings before the exams, you will be doomed to put it lightly.

cheat sheet (one front page of ANYTHING YOU CAN FIT ON IT). Do make sure you review and know the material. Essays are very in depth and require a lot of knowledge on the material. Gives three options for essays and you choose one. 50 multiple choice questions. drops lowest exam (can be final) Final is all mul choice

Class is interesting. You don't really have to go though because tests are based on textbook material (and mostly multiple choice). Read the text the nights before a test and make a really detailed cheat sheet (you can bring it with you into the test).

Easy A if you put in the time to make a detailed memory card (which you can use on the test) and buy the optional study guide (the practice questions are like what you can expect on her tests). 3 of 4 tests count (so you can drop the final). Interesting class with a professor who truly cares about what she's teaching.

I went into this class because I love Psychology and I wanted a challenge for my Psych class. However, this class was much more than a challenge. It was one of my hardest class, and I honestly thought that it would have been easier. I had taken AP Psych senior year and although I had remembered stuff this class is really intense. Cheat sheet though

I agree with the last two posters. I took this class (8 am, mind you) assuming it would be a walk in the park. You have to study a ton for the tests, and I got 6/10s on all the essays. When the tests are out of 100 points, you can hardly get any multiple choice questions wrong if you want an A. She is nice, I guess, but is never on campus to meet.

She is a verryyy interesting professor. Her sense of humor adds a sense of fun spirit to the class and makes psychology more interesting. it is an easy A if you prepare from the study guide and you dnt have to do the final which is nice. 8 am sucks but a cheat sheet on tests. highly recommended

NOTTT AN EASY A. She is a very good professor, but you need to spend a lot of time studying/reviewing to do well. You think you know the material and still get B's. You learn a lot though. Stearns doesn't round up your grade so it kinda sucks, but she's a good prof.

ok, you actually HAVE to put a lot of studying far in advance for an A. there is far too much material to cram. the perks: she drops the lowest grade, you get a cheat sheet, and attendance isn't mandatory. BUT read every line of the book. the exam questions are straight forward, so just know the material. USE the practice book, exams are similar

Prof. Stearns is clear when explaining concepts, and she's extremely upbeat for an 8AM class. I've only showed up to class on exam days and the first couple of weeks. Attendance is not necessary to do well. Just thoroughly read the textbook, make sure you understand, and make a detailed cheat sheet. I received an A.

She is a really nice lady and knows what she's talking about. It's not hard to pay attention to her lectures, she is interesting and upbeat. She lets you use a cheat sheet on the test, but you still have to study in order to receive a good grade.

By far one of the most enthusiastic professors I've ever had! Seems to actually enjoy lecturing at 8 AM. Even though attendance wasn't mandatory (which is honestly why I took an 8 AM), I ended up going bc she's so funny and approachable. READ THE TEXTBOOK. Tests from text, and it's 500x easier if you've read. Almost impossible if not.

Deb is great, she knows what she's talking about (even at 8am when no one cares). That being said, her class is by no means mandatory as you'll still have to read the entire text book to prepare for exams. Tests are MCessay, and are hard if you don't fill out and memorize her chapter outlines. But hey, at least you'll get a cheat sheet!!

Great professor but hard class. Had her for Psychology of Close Relationships seminar. Class was so interesting but a lot of work. There's 3 primary psyc research paper readings for every class as well as a reflection response (1 page double-spaced) which she does not grade easily. Also unclear in grading, so we were surprised when we got them back

Deborah Sterns is the hidden crown jewel of Georgetown University. She is extremely passionate about the material which is great because its all about sex, and she does a good job of making things calm, interesting, and not-awkward. She is truly a once-in-a-lifetime professor. By no means an easy grader, but she is so worth it. TAKE HER CLASS!

Hot Topics is the BEST class I've taken at Georgetown! Discussions based on the readings, usually 1-2 psychological studies, and topics range from sex ed, debates on the G-spot, fetishes, consent, bdsm, and beyond. No midterm or final, just 2 projects. Stearns is an absolute genius (and she brings cookies). You'll wake up excited to get to class.

Professor Stearns is a powerhouse. Clearly wicked smart and incredibly knowledgeable in her field. She expects her students to engage with the material and emphasizes collaboration with peers. She's an actual ray of sunshine and is the most caring professor I've ever had. She'd do anything for her students. Bakes and sends amazing cookies :)

Professor Stearns is so kind and compassionate, which is incredibly important in the situation we're all in. The class discussions and activities really help you learn the material well and are interesting and fun too. She's really considerate and flexible with deadlines etc. Her tests are definitely fair if you keep up with the reading and class

Prof Stearns is the shining light at GU. She is so sweet, kind, and passionate about the material she teaches. She is always open to extensions and wants the best for her students (esp during the pandemic). But, she will make you WORK for it. Lots of reading and LOTS of studying to maybe get a B+ in her class. A tough grader but absolutely worth it

Prof Stearns is an amazing professor! She truly cares about her students and wants you to be successful. Readings can be a little bit long for each class but are definitely manageable. Short, easy reading quizzes before each class. Lot of individual learning with class time used to ask questions and go over confusing concepts.

Manageable readings, short quizzes before class, 4 exams (3 midterms and a cumulative final). multiple choice exams with a cheat sheet allowed, but not easy. She finds the most random, specific details hidden in the readings to quiz on (things you wouldn't think to write on the sheet). Hard to do well, but she's great. brings cookies and caring.

Professor Stearns is great in the discussion class. There are 1-2 page discussion-style essays before every class which can be hard to keep up with. She is accessible outside of class and even though she is a hard grader, she will give good advice and the large projects include ungraded drafts.

A short paper due before each class, but there are so many you can miss 1 or 2. Very nice and willing to help with assignments, asks for feedback mid-semester and actually follows through. I would take the class again.

She doesn't teach what you read in the textbook (I like this but different from some profs) so class time is small group and class-wide discussions. You won't get your papers or exams back until 5 hours before the next one is due so good luck! But she freely gives paper extensions. **Lots** of things you're graded on so they're all lower stakes

Hard seminars, never gets your grades back, grades a little harshly and you do a crap ton of work but you really do learn a lot and don't write 20 page research papers. Also requires long meetings for bigger assignments and assigns reflects for absolutely everything.

Professor Stearns is so nice! She's a super caring professor and really wants to see all of her students succeed. She also gives great advice if you are interested in pursuing psychology as a career.