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Debra Zellner

Psychology - Montclair State University

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Quality
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Difficulty
20%
Would Retake
126
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Quality
4.3
Difficulty
2.8
Helpful
3.0
Clarity

20%

Would Retake

126

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What Students Say

The average received grade for Zellner on this website is D

PSYC355 - 2.0 rating

Professor Zellener was the worst professor i have EVER HAD

PSYCH203 - 2.0 rating
Class Info

Attendance Mandatory

27%

Textbook Required

93%

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Rather not say: 3
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Reviews (126)
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EXPPSYCH
May 30, 2003

Nasty woman. Not very helpful. I was easily distracted by her Olive Oil look. I've diagnosed her as Paranoid Schizophrenic! STAY AWAY! I hear Perception is hard as hell too!

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PSYCH
Sep 22, 2003

No Comments

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PERCEPTION
Oct 21, 2003

She's a very nice prof. who knows her field well. Explains the material clearly, but her tests are difficult. Harsh grader.

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PSYCH2
Nov 2, 2003

She is hard, but you learn alot. She is an excellent teacher. If you want to learn, take her!!

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PSYC203
Nov 9, 2003

She is a great teacher, like she knows what she is talking about but her tests are all essay and very hard. She is a rough grader adn majority of my class from last semester are retaking it now.

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PERCEPTION
Nov 17, 2003

Dr. Debra Zellner exemplifies everything a terribile professor can ever want to be. She's rude, arrogant, condescending, more interested in being right than being fair, her exams are brutal as is her grading, and she's just not a nice or likeable person.

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PSYC301
Dec 11, 2003

Depsite common belief, Dr. Zellner is by far the most clear and straight forward professor i've taken at this university. Even though it was a difficult course I actually learned and retained knowledge, there fore i'm taking my favortie prof. again!

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PSYCH2
Dec 11, 2003

tests u on what she says shes going to. i remember alot from her class. a good teacher, helps you understand things. doesnt let u get away with not knowing stuff. i would recommend her to anyone who is interested in psych. it will help u in the future.

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102301
Dec 15, 2003

very good teacher if you're willing to put in the time(ALot) and work. Very clear & makes everything much more understandable. I have taken her twice and am not sure how she could get neg comments?? She's a great teacher, if ur interested in PS

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PSYC203
Dec 27, 2003

Dr. Zellner is a good woman. You learn alot in her class but she is a very hard grader. I know majority of my class failed despite the enormous amount of time put into it. Take her ro learn not to pass!

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EXPERIMENT
May 6, 2004

Dr. Zellner is blunt & to the point - if you're looking to b.s. she ain't the one - what you see is what you get - take her class seriously, put in the work, & you'll enjoy it - she's flexible, communicative & yes, even warm-hearted!

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EXPERIMENT
May 12, 2004

Those who said mean things about Dr. Zellner most likely did not put in any effort. She is clear, very knowledgeable and is always willing to help

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PERCEPTION
Jun 23, 2004

Very Hard,not very likeable

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PSY
Aug 19, 2004

Dr. Zellner is totaly unwilling to listen to any bodies ideas beside her own. Her essays require that you memorize her words and regurgitate them perfectly. DO NOT WASTE YOUR HARD EARNED MONEY ON ANY COURSE SHE TEACHES.

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EXP301
Oct 12, 2004

This class should come with a dictionary in regards to communicating with Zellner. If she does not understand you or your writing then forget it. if she doesn't get your point you will lose points!

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PSY
Nov 2, 2004

Dr Zellner is one of the best teachers I have had in my college career. If you take her class, you will learn and retain far more than with other mediocre professors for the simple reasons that she actually has expectations of students. If you did poorly in her class you most likely deserved it. A+

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PERCEPTION
Nov 3, 2004

This is a hard class, but Dr. Zellner explains everything in as many ways as it takes for you to understand. Her tests are hard, but I have learned alot in this class. Don't take one of her classes if you're not willing to work hard. If you show up for class,take good notes,and study,you'll be fine.

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PRECEPTION
Grade: Not_Sure_Yet
Dec 1, 2004

i took dr zellner this semester and we started out with 30 student and as of december 1 the class has 12 student , so go figure .If you are not an A student DON NOT take professor Zellner class.she is a hard marker ,and take points off for everything .

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PSYCH
Dec 9, 2004

she is a really good teacher. she is very helpful, and wants everyone to do good. but you have to do your****. my guess is that alot of people who gave her bad ratings didnt, because as long as you put time in and do what youre supposed to when you are supposed to, you will do fine.

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PERCEPTION
Dec 11, 2004

Very nice woman,extremely hard.It's like she speaks a different language than us "average" people.No matter what u write on the test,she will take points off.Nothing is ever good enough.If u want to maintain a high GPA avoid her, because she will ruin it.Getting an A is rare, u'll be lucky if u pass

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PERCEPTION
Dec 16, 2004

take this class. it's great. she is not a hard professor, she makes class fun and is always willing to help you.

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PERCEPTION
Jan 3, 2005

Where do I begin? DO NOT TAKE HER! Her tests were insane. Everyone in the class was lost except for 1 person, who was a genius. Half of the class dropped it. I know a few people who asked her to withdraw them and she was very cold. I'm sure she typed the positive reviews, b/c no one else would.

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EXPPSYC
Jan 4, 2005

This was definitely not an easy class, but she is very helpful. One of the best Professors in the school. After every Chapter there is a quiz but she is very lenient in grading. Her system of teaching is very helpful, you just need to show her that you care about the class.

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PERCEPTION
Jan 6, 2005

There has to be something seriously wrong with this woman!! She is a B*tch!!! I studied my a** off and i still failed her class! She takes points off for everything!! Take this class only if you like to suffer.

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EXP
Jan 26, 2005

This lady gives you your money's worth. She goes into intricate details so its hard to get an exceptional grade. If you have a full plate, i.e., f/t job, kids, 12 credits to take simultaneously, do not take her!! You'll waste your time, her time, and most importantly, you may hurt your gpa & lose $$

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PSYCH203
Apr 15, 2005

By far the best professor I have ever had at MSU. She is a tough professor, but a phenomenal one. She is always there to help you when you need it. A study guide is given for every test so as long as you know the material, you will be fine. I am looking forward to taking other classes with her!

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PSYC203
Apr 21, 2005

people said she was hard, but she is very easygoing..take good notes and study them and you'll be good for the exams..she gives study guides and tons of examples to clarify anything you dont understand..i definetly recommend taking her

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EXPERIMENTAL
Apr 21, 2005

Her personality is great, but the material sucks. 100 dollars for that damn book... and it was all BS. Pop quizzes all the time and points are taken off for everything

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PSYCH203
May 6, 2005

This professor is the greatest prof Ive had thus far @ MSU! She is really clear and always gives study guides which are always on the test..She realy gets you interested in psych and time flies by in her class..I really recommend her cuz I sure will be takin another class with her

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PERCEPTION
May 7, 2005

Its nice 2 see I'm not the only 1 who thought she was a bad professor.Not only did she unfairly grade all of my tests, she was a wicked witch & took favorites in the class.She was cold & did'nt make it fun 4 me.I got an F in the class.I took it again w/a different professor and got an A. UDOTHEMATH.

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PSYCH
May 11, 2005

best psych. professor at msu

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EXP
May 16, 2005

BAD TEACHER! She does not explain things clearly. Does not give many notes and has alot of pop quizes. She is unwilling to help any of her students.

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EXPPSYC
May 18, 2005

The worst class in my college experience. As an adult, I have a hard time trying to figure out why she is still in this university?

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PSYCHII
May 18, 2005

I had her for psych II and she was easy as long as u come to class and take notes you can easily get an A on her test. Yes they are essay but the reviews cover everything. She has great stories of experiments for everything & you definitely learn alot in her class

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EXPERIMENTAL
May 27, 2005

Hard class! There is a quiz after every chapter--read the chapter on your own too! Don't just rely on what's in class! 2 papers. She is VERY picky so go to her for help or you won't do well on the papers!!

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EXPERIMENTAL
Jun 30, 2005

Zell-Nerd is a nut job. She should crawl back from whatever rock she came from. I would say this is the worst expereince I have ever had in my life. Like most other professors she hasn't got a clue about the real world. Tom Cruise was right about psychology

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SENSATION
Sep 3, 2005

horrible class, she had it out for me, she's **** and loves hot guys that take her class, i couldn't even pass the tests when i cheated!

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SENSATION
Nov 1, 2005

Don't take this professor. Her class is easy but the experience is HORRIBLE.

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FOODCLASSEXP
Grade: A
Nov 16, 2005

Okay ppl listne up...she is freaking great. I had her fall 05 and this woman is not only caring but also knows what she is saying (which doesn't happen a lot).Just pay attn: stop thinking that everything is suppose to just come to you READ and LISTEN that is it.Talk to the wmn sure she makes some ppl feel dumb guess what in the real world it occurs

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PERC
Dec 14, 2005

If you don't mind working hard, you'll do fine. Though "working hard" may be interpreted differently by diff students...some people are used to getting A's for minimal or moderate effort. In a class with Zellner only the cream rises to the top. If you're not a top performer, you'll probably get frustrated, defensive, pissed then attack her teaching

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PSYC301
Dec 19, 2005

I don't like experimental psych. I very much hate it. However, Dr. Zellner is a good professor if you are or ever will be interested in it. She is willing to help you, specially if you like very good food. So, to sum it up, take her if you have interest in it. If you don't, take Dr. Adams, but NO ONE ELSE!!

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PRECEPTION
Dec 31, 2005

she is very hard marker, she goes fast,and if you are not an a student you will not do well in her class. her exam is very dificult, she alo do not give mult choice ,all her test are essay, and you have to regurgate everyu she lecture, so my advise is let this professor be your last choice, do not take her if you have a choice.

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PSYCHI
Mar 26, 2006

1st time I learned about this site, else I would have dropped the class. I graduated summa****laude,& this was the only class I earned lowest grade in my college life. I dropped 1 class in order to spend more time for this class,& yet.. Felt bias against my race, age and sex because showed no patience to me when I asked questions.

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EXPERIMENTAL
Apr 11, 2006

GREAT teacher! was told not to take and went for it anyway...yes the class is hard, but she teaches it well and gives a clear understanding as to what she wants. i would def take her again, and i can say ive learned a ton from this course. be prepared to EARN your grade!

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EXPERIMENTAL
May 1, 2006

I dont kno wat u ppl are complaining about she is one of the greatest teachers I have had. A lot of quizzes but easy if u study ur notes & skim through the chapter. She is more than willing to help if u go to her. She wants all her students to do well. She does lay it on kinda thick at the end of the semsetr but wat teacher doesnt! Take her!

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SPECIALTOPICS
Jun 27, 2006

Let me just start off by saying that she is an actually prof.She may seem a little mean but she knows what she is talking about.She is a fountain of info. What she says in class is on the quiz. That's finally.Make sure you go to office hours, let her know your name.She is the greatest! She is so great that I want to take her for a third 3rd time

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PYSCH101
Mar 10, 2008

Cant teach, goes to fast, and gives useless study guides. She seems like a nice lady, but, a bad teacher.

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PSYC101
Mar 24, 2008

She is one of the greatest professors I`ve ever had! She knows her topic, she knows how to teach, and very enthusiastic about psychology. In addition, she has a great sense of humor. However, her tests are hard and essays. But, if you want to LEARN about psychology I highly recommend her.

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PSYC101
Mar 24, 2008

She is one of the greatest professors I`ve ever had! She knows her topic, she knows how to teach, and very enthusiastic about psychology. In addition, she has a great sense of humor. However, her tests are hard and essays. But, if you want to LEARN about psychology I highly recommend her.

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PSYC101
Apr 13, 2008

if i had look at this site i would not have taken this class. She makes the harder thanit is.

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PSYC101
Apr 14, 2008

AWESOME PROF! She takes the study guides and uses them as her tests. She goes a bit fast, so if you have a laptop, use it. Her teaching methods are great and she says CRAZY things to help you remember. She started moaning like crazy and said "BOOM, ASLEEP". And that's how i remembered what narcolepsy was. She's awesome, def take her class.

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PSYC101
Apr 24, 2008

She doesn't use the book in class much, but you NEED it to study from. All her exams are short answer, no multiple choice. And her 2 hour classes can tend to be long and boring... But i do like her teaching technique!

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PSYCH101
May 20, 2008

I really enjoyed Prof Zellner. Her classes were fun and I never felt bored. I learned a lot from her but some how failed her class. Her exams are all essays ,she does not require attendance but I highly recommend that you go to her class as well as read the chapters. I believe that I learned from but did not get her testing method. Good luck..

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PSYCH101
May 21, 2008

She's the worst professor EVER!!! her tests are impossible and she doesn't curve.. Canceled office hours and doesn't help you when you need it... not the best person for an intro class.. DO NOT TAKE HER

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PSYC101
May 22, 2008

DONT TAKE HER she doesnt use textbook at all! but you need for study exam ! also her exams are very hard . short answers and two essay!!! she doesnt curve at all! JUST DONT TAKE HER CLASS

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PSYC101
May 23, 2008

Horrible teaching methods. Give you useless study guides and the final is worth half of the grade. Its impossilbe to contact her because she does not answer emails and gives no time for Q&A in class. DO NOT TAKE HER.

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PSYC101
Nov 13, 2008

Haha. Some of these comments are hilarious. Zellner is awesome. Yeah, there's a lot of work, but it's worth it if you actually want to learn anything.

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PSY203
Jan 8, 2009

Zellner class is not hard and she is helpful but she grades very hard. I did well on the quizzes and and mid term however she fails me. My suggestion is to be very careful with her.

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PSYC203
Feb 18, 2009

Good psychology professor. Study, spend time doing the paper, and you will get a good/decent grade. I am not sure how people can say she is not respectful or helpful when she had many office hours during the semester for her students.

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PSYRSCH
Mar 28, 2009

excellent professor if you take the time to know her. very willing to work with you. though attendance is not taken, quizzes cannot be made up and unannounced. she is fun if you understand her type of humor.

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PSY101
Apr 3, 2009

I am a Psych minor and learned more in her 101 class then I did in any other at MSU. She is hard but if you are not lazy, read the book and use the study guide you will be fine. She really knows her stuff and gives tons examples from her personal research. Go to class, read, study and you will get an A!

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PSYC101
Apr 4, 2009

I thought the other reviews here were exaggerations and took her anyway; I was very wrong. The tests are impossible, especially the short essay parts. She herself said the majority of the class did very poorly. She seems like a nice person and the class was interesting, but don't take her unless you want an F.

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PSYC101
Apr 13, 2009

REALLY hard professor, uses complicated methods and expects you to know everything. honestly don't take the class

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PSYC101
Apr 22, 2009

80% of my class failed the class.....there were 120 students. This is a sign something is WRONG with her teaching methods

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PSYC101
May 2, 2009

I don't think this class was hard at all, yes a lot of people did bad in the class. But honestly if you do the study guide and read the sections in the book you're going to do well. The review says exactly whats going to be on the test. Note: not all of the materials on the study guide are on the test. NO PAPER for this class.

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PSYCH101
May 5, 2009

Read, did the study guides, went for help, studied for hours.....still faile me and the majority of the class. I want my money back for this course.

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PSY101
May 15, 2009

DO NOT TAKE HER CLASS! I got F !! trust me..her class is useless..really hard.. JUST DO NOT TAKE THIS CLASS !

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PSYCH101
May 19, 2009

terrible, went to to her for help as many others did. went to study sessions. tests are impossible and study guides for them are useless. b student but failed this class.

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PSYCH100
May 20, 2009

This is the hardest class that I have ever been in. Her tests are impossible and the study guide is completely useless. Run away as fast as you can

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PSYCH101
May 27, 2009

This course is impossible bc your grade is based off 3 exams & all are essay responses. I was in a lecture hall w. 130 students & all but 2 students failed all our exams. I don?t know anyone who passed. I take studying very seriously but I failed the course.she offers no opportunities to help your grade& she is unfair with her grading. This brought

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PSYCHRESE
Jun 7, 2009

Not a fun class. We had quizs every day. Really tough grader.

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PSY203
Oct 29, 2009

DO NOT TAKE HER!!! THE MEANIEST TEACHER EVER! HAD NO INTEREST IN HELPING ME, HORRIBLE ATTITUDE GAVE ME AN F BC OF MY PAPER, WHICH SHE GAVE ME NOOO HELP ON!!!!

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PSY203
Nov 19, 2009

Worst professor I have ever had!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

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PSY203
Nov 19, 2009

Worst professor I have ever had!!!!!!!!

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PSYC355
Nov 30, 2009

legit dont take this woman, hardest prof ever. 3 tests all essays gives review of 25 questions and only puts 4 on test, paper is hard will fail u if u dont cite actually even if u cite she gives u an F. i repeat dont take her loves seeing u fail, no extra credit, worst prof EVER.

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PSYC355
Mar 6, 2010

If you want to gain knowledge instead of earning easy credits, you should definitely take her! You`ll remember a bunch of things. Her explanations are crystal clear, she makes it really easy to understand the topic. She is very helpful, especially during her office hours. By far the best professor I`ve had at MSU. High level education!!

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PSY203
Apr 8, 2010

before your entire GPA is lowered, do not take her!!! meanest old lady ever!!! i told her i had a wake and funeral to attend, which is why i missed class and she replies "yea a lot of grandmothers somehow die at this time" i said no, mine died last month this was actually my bestfriend.. still failed me!!!!! should not be a teacher here anymore!!!

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PSYCH101
May 17, 2010

Zellner is difficult. Know that right off the bat. She makes you WORK for your grade, but isn't that how college classes should be? Took her two semesters in a row for two different classes and LOVED her. Made it out with two B's and I felt so accomplished. I recommend her if you truly want to learn some psychology.

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PSYC308
May 18, 2010

She is a really nice person but if you are not into research psychology it?s almost impossible to comprehend the complex concepts she tests you on. If you dont love this stuff and havent already trained yourself to think in these terms I would not suggest her as a professor. It will hurt your GPA in the end. Busted my ass & l have to retake it.

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PERC308
Nov 3, 2010

HARD I never failed a test b4 this & studied a lot!. There?s no HW so 3 tests are it. She gives a study guide w/about 20 complex questions & 5 are on there. Lectures the whole time no powerpoint, videos or anything. BORING lectures & moves fast. She teaches complex stuff & thinks we should know it bc she does. Uses big words about the subject that

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PSYC203
Nov 12, 2010

Terrible! She is definitely very knowledgable and intelligent, however she is not a good teacher. Very tough grader. I have all A's so far at MSU (I'm a junior) except for the C- that I got in her class, that has to say something. Totally brought down my GPA. Avoid her if you can.

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PSYC308
May 16, 2011

Yes she's difficult and if you're not naturally good at studying or just used to it, you'll do horribly. Go to every class because it helps you understand. Get the book. Use it to answer the study guide questions for the 3 exams. Those are your grades. Always provide every detail you can offer. She offers a makeup exam to replace your lowest score.

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MOTIVIDK
Oct 21, 2011

Dr. Z is LEGIT. The way the test is designed, your FORCED to learn. By far the smartest woman I ever met. She is the toughest professor I ever had, but I must admit, if you do the right thing in that class, like study(you have no choice) you will do well. I never knew what it meant to "study" until i had Dr. Zellner. So glad I took her class!

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PSYCH203
Dec 24, 2011

She is one of the smartest people I have ever met. She teaches you to be responsible by her strict rules. If you want to learn and actually care about psychology TAKE HER. 1 exam 1 paper mini quizzes. A lot of effort is needed but you will benefit.

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PSYC355
May 25, 2012

Dr. Zellner is definitely not easy but by far the greatest professor I have had. Motivation is the second class I have taken with her and I would without question take her again. Her tests are designed so that you actually learn. Don't take this class if you are not willing to put in a lot of work. If you love Psychology and want to learn, take her

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PSYC203
Nov 8, 2012

She is a funny person. I enjoyed her class, to me, her class was easy. I didn't even read the book and I got an A. She explains everything in class that you need for the quiz/test. She does give a lot of quiz but their all simple.

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PSYCH203
Jan 2, 2013

Dr. Zellner makes you work. You have to study and pay attention in her class in order to do good. Attendance not mandatory but there is a Quiz almost every class... also 1 exam and 1 research paper which requires A LOT OF WORK AND PREPARATION.. She is nice but very tough. I learned a whole lot. Got a B.

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PSYCH203
Jan 5, 2013

Professor Zellner is very smart, even though attendance is not required, I would go because she gives pop quizzes. I honestly do not recommend her. Although she is funny, she can be very rude, she is very smart so she uses it to her advantage and makes you look stupid in front of people. She barely answers you back and doesnt care about you.

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PSYC203
Apr 9, 2013

She knows what she's talking about, but comes off rough at first. She's actually pretty nice, but wants you to back up your answers and explain your logic. She gives pop quizzes, not too hard but if she notices that a lot of people are absent, she'll give one. I liked her and she tells stories about her various research that are entertaining.

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PSYC355
May 7, 2013

Got a c- on my first exam thought I aced it. She went over it in class and I had down everything she was looking for. Paper is bs very unclear guidelines sent her it to look over horrible and unhelpful feedback

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PSYC203
May 7, 2013

She was great!!!! Best professor

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PSYC203
May 8, 2013

Loved her!! The only professor who actually knows what she's talking about...very helpful if you go to her office she is more than happy to help you out. :)

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PSYC355
May 22, 2013

She is a great professor, very smart. If you are not lazy you will learn a lot. People that don't do well on her tests, don't follow he advice on how she wants you to answer. You can't BS this course with her, but if you want to learn take any class with Zellner. I also find a weird attraction to Zellner, she looks great and sexy in her own way.

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PSYCH203
Sep 24, 2013

Exams aren't bad. BUT you can NOT mess up APA format AT ALL! I'm talking right down to having every indent correct. I had a B+ before her final paper and slaved over it & messed up a single smallest detail & got a 0...as if I didn't do it. No compassion. As a result, sorry but, I hate her guts. Only class I have ever had to retake.

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PSYCH203
Grade: D
Nov 13, 2013

She was the worst professor ever!!! Her class was horrible and she failed almost everyone in that class. She was confusing and useless! Her class brought down my GPA a lot!!!! Avoid taking her class!!

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Nov 14, 2013

I loved Dr.Zellner, she is difficult in certain senses. However, if you put some heart into things and study, you'll do great. She is also very willing to help. Id recommend her to anyone with an interest for psychology !

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PSY203
Nov 22, 2013

I love Dr. Zellner! She is tough but if you work hard, it will show. Don't be afraid to ask for help, but don't expect her to hold your hand. Visit her office hours if you have legitimate questions and she will help you. Read the book, go to the lecture, do the hw, study &have a sense of humor. You will learn a lot.

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PSYC203
Dec 27, 2013

This woman truly is terrible. She is basically there to share her stories about her studies and published journal articles. Very intelligent but should not be a professor. She needs to go.

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PSYC355
Jan 2, 2014

Zellner is a very intelligent person but is a HORRIBLE professor. I swear I never stressed so much over one class and still failed. She expects the students to know as much as she knows which is an unrealistic expectation. She also gives unbelievable lengthy study guides and is often unclear with how she wants questions to be answered on the exams.

2.0
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PSYC355
Jan 2, 2014

The average received grade for Zellner on this website is D. That should be enough to know NOT to take this professor's class. She is a "Grading Nazi" to say the least.

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PSYC203
Jan 6, 2014

Hands down one of the best professors I've ever had. Her lectures are actually interesting and make you want to learn. Pay attention, go to to class & take notes! Learn APA format because the paper due at the end is the most important part of the class! I got a B in the class, but it could have been an A if I had asked for help with the paper.

5.0
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PSYCH203
Jan 10, 2014

I managed to recieve a B in her class. I did stress out, only because i waited last minute to do the paper. She tells you exactly how she wants the paper done and you can also go to her office hours. If you are lazy do not take this class, you will have to work for your grade.

2.0
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PSYC203
Jan 31, 2014

DO NOT TAKE HER. She has no interest in benefiting her students, does not stick around for questions after class and now that I'm in PSYC220 I have no clue what I'm doing because zellner never taught us anything.

3.0
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PSYC355
Mar 6, 2014

Tests are all open ended short/essay questions. Provides a study guide of concepts (SO MANY concepts) to know but the test is like only 5 questions. REALLY hard class if you hate essay tests, requires major studying. She is extremely smart so she grades tough. Annoying paper due at the end. Try to avoid if you are not a motivated student.

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PSYCH203355
Apr 1, 2014

I took Zellner for intro to research and thought she was wonderful. I didn't do well not the quizzes but the statistics exam was open book and I did great on the paper and got an A in the class. So, I decided to take her for motivation. WHAT A MISTAKE. she ran the class so differently, I studied for the harder than any other class, and got a D+.

3.0
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PSYC355
Grade: Not_Sure_Yet
Apr 10, 2014

She obviously has tenure because she has no problem failing as many people as she wants. Her class itself is fine, but her exams and grading is ridiculous. She will give you a list of 25 concepts of which you need to be able to know all well enough to write a paper on. Then the test will consist of 5 of them.

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MOTIVATION
May 7, 2014

she is awful. if you want to take motivation take the other teacher listed. avoid at all costs. you'll try your hardest like me and ignore these comments but please please please do not take her.

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PSYCH203
May 21, 2014

Professor Zellener was the worst professor i have EVER HAD. i looked her up on ratemyproffessor by i choose to ignore it, HORRIBLE MISTAKE. She gives you pop quizzes at the drop of a hat on material you barely covered, and if you walked in late and missed it she gives no make up. if you try to ask a question, she treat you like an idiot

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PSYC203
Jun 4, 2014

For most psych majors, PSYC 203 is the first research class they take, yet she teaches it like a junior/senior level course. This wouldn't be such a problem if she actually explained the material rather than calling students incompetent when they can't complete a full detailed APA research paper using just the book for guidance.

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PSY355
Jun 9, 2014

It was not an easy choice picking Dr. Zellner after all the negative reviews. But I decided to take a risk.I worked hard for every exam and spent sleepless nights writing a paper and after all managed to get a good grade. At times I felt uneasy asking her questions, but at the end I learned so much from her. I highly recommend her!

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HLTH200
Grade: A
Jun 9, 2014

Hands down the best professor I've ever had. She is the most loving, funny, energetic, and simply down to earth professor. The way she presented the material was super interesting. You must work hard though. She will not let you pass with an easy "A". She is very fair and expects her students to show up to classes and study. Take her for sure.

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PSYC335
Oct 12, 2015

I did not complete professor zellner's course. I decided to drop her before it was too late reading these comments and from a bit of my own experience. I decided to drop her after the first exam. Nobody passed except for one kid. She is very vague on how she wants you to answer and she will mark things wrong which are right.

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PSYC355
Grade: Drop/Withdrawal
Jan 19, 2016

I honestly never even got around to taking the class based on an e-mail she sent in response to a question my first impression was that she does not encourage her students and probably won't help if you fall behind. That being said I found it ironic that she teaches a motivation class. Probably not the best choice if you aren't the perfect student.

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PSY355
Grade: F
Mar 21, 2016

terrible professor and grader.

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PSY355
Grade: Rather not say
Apr 11, 2016

Do yourself a favor & save your hard work and most importantly your GPA, because you WILL fail & she will NOT care nor do anything to help you. She teaches a motivation class but ironically does NOTHING to motivate you. Does NOTHING to truly help her students & you should save your time and energy before asking for extra help because she is Satan.

2.0
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PSY355
Grade: Rather not say
Apr 11, 2016

I wish there was a tab that says dreadful. Please save your soul. Just forget you even looked at this course let alone even considered taking it. She will motivate you to drop out. If its your only option please please please wait another semester. Do NOT do this to yourself, you will regret it so bad.

1.0
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PSYC308
Grade: Drop/Withdrawal
Jun 14, 2016
Wouldn't take again

Honestly, do no take her! She may be knowledgable but her teaching methods are horrible. She doesn't respect her students and she is just rude. When the students fail her exams she blames us and basically called us stupid. She goes over the material way to fast aDO NOT TAKE HER CLASS! IF IT IS THE LAST OPTION TAKE A SUMMER CLASS. SHES HORRIBLE!!!!

1.0
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PSY355
Grade: Drop/Withdrawal
Jul 9, 2016
Wouldn't take again

Don't take her. She knows her stuff & in theory brings a lot to the table, but her teaching methods are horrible. She doesn't respect her students & is just rude. When the students fail her exams she blames the students. Although this is a motivation class, it's ironic because in no way is she motivating & just encourages dropping out of her class.

1.0
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PSY355
Grade: Drop/Withdrawal
Nov 9, 2016
Wouldn't take again

Ridiculously hard! I am a double major student and I am also on dean's list. I'm saying these things because I want you to know what you're getting yourselves into by taking her class! I dropped this class after the first exam because she takes points off for EVERYTHING and final grade is only made up of the 3 quizzes, no assignments/participation.

Tough Grader
GRADED BY FEW THINGS
LECTURE HEAVY
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PSY355
Grade: D
Aug 23, 2018
Wouldn't take again

She knows very well the class topics. But she is extremely hard grader, takes points off of everything, doesnt give extra credit. She is not too helpful with the one on one meetings with students. Also she is the ONLY one who gives this class. PLEASE dont take her! It would ruin your GPA!

Tough Grader
Skip class? You won't pass.
TEST HEAVY
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PSYC203
Grade: A-
Dec 3, 2018
Would take again

Zellner is great for PSYC 203. She seems meaner than she actually is (probably to make sure students won't blow off her class), but she is professional and sometimes brings humor into her lecture. Attendance is optional but lectures are worth going to! She is a fair grader. Homework was consistent,but never too much to handle. Good teacher overall.

Gives good feedback
BEWARE OF POP QUIZZES
Hilarious
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PSYC355
Grade: A-
Dec 15, 2018
Would take again

Must Attend to class, MUST PAY ATTENTION and if you're one of the students who skip class just because, don't bother taking this course. The book is not too expensive $90 or less, record her lectures(permission) and given study guide(30+ Q's). Do it before the review day! Exam is consist of 5Q's. 2 short end/ 2 long end/ 1 EC. No Hw or quiz. Good L

Tough Grader
Skip class? You won't pass.
Hilarious
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PSYC355
Jan 9, 2019
Wouldn't take again

Attendance isn't mandatory, but if you don't show up, you won't pass. Her class is very lecture heavy. She is a very tough grader, I took such detailed notes and would study for hours, but even that didn't help me. She failed me on multiple tests and wouldn't respond when I asked why or for help.

Tough Grader
Skip class? You won't pass.
LECTURE HEAVY
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PSYC203
Feb 5, 2019
Wouldn't take again

Dr. Zellner's class was a 2 1/2 hour long lecture about herself... It was obvious she never had a lesson planned and would spend majority of class talking about herself and her research without relating it back to what we we were learning. An extremely tough grader and when you email her, her replies are often useless. DONT TAKE HER CLASS.

Tough Grader
BEWARE OF POP QUIZZES
LECTURE HEAVY
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PSY101
Grade: Drop/Withdrawal
Apr 10, 2019
Wouldn't take again

DO NOT take this professor. Does not let you use technology and lectures are not helpful. Heavy grader and does not help students. Worst class ever as an intro course.

Test heavy
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Tough grader
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PSYCH355
Grade: Rather not say
May 1, 2019
Wouldn't take again

Listen yall no cap dont do it, walk away, just dont ruin ur gpa. No one warned me so Im warning u guys. Im a good student w a good gpa but this one class just ruined my whole life. Gn.

Test heavy
Tough grader
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