3.6

Donna Marion

Psychology - Florida Atlantic University

3.6
Quality
3.4
Difficulty
67%
Would Retake
109
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3.6
Quality
3.4
Difficulty
3.6
Helpful
3.6
Clarity

67%

Would Retake

109

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What Students Say

She is a good teacher and very reliable

SOP3742 - 4.0 rating

Marion is very nice and cares about her students

SOP3004 - 5.0 rating
Class Info

Online Classes

100%

Attendance Mandatory

69%

Textbook Required

21%

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Reviews (109)
3.0
3.0
SOP4230
Jun 11, 2009

I really did not like the way she thought the class. Everything was power point and her lectures were just her reading her power point word by word. She then makes you play a stupid game called SimSoc that is supposed to emulate society but does not! She also makes you give a power point presentation. Her voice is very monotone and boring.

5.0
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SOP3004
Dec 10, 2009

Professor Marion made this class very interesting and unusually enjoyable to attend. She is extremely respectful and considerate of students' opinions and perspectives. You will enjoy coming to this class and in-class activites make the material applicable to everyday life. Overall she is an exceptional professor who makes learning easy.

5.0
2.0
SOP3004
Mar 5, 2010

Dr. Marion is a wonderful professor. I enjoyed her lectures and was very intrigued by subject delivery and our discussions on social aspects of psychology. If you actually study and listen to her presentation you will do well. I got an A. Very happy!

5.0
2.0
PSY3234
Nov 28, 2011

Dr. Marion is a fairly engaging professor, and although statistics is not tremendously interesting to begin with, I had no difficulty focusing. her grading policy is lenient but fair, and her lecture slides are literally right out of the book. that said, be prepaired to do a lot of tedious math, as well as buy a specific (cheap) calculator.

4.0
2.0
PSY6XXX
Jan 29, 2012

Donna is great! Very clear in instruction. She made statistics a breeze which is not easy to do. I learned so much real world skilss in her class that i am sure to take forward into my research.

5.0
1.0
SOP3742
Aug 16, 2012

Dr. Marion is a fantastic teacher! Her class was not difficult if you studied. Exams were straight forward. They came from lectures and the text book. If you enjoy the topic of women, you will certainly enjoy her class!

3.0
4.0
DEP3053
Nov 13, 2012

extremely borning teacher, challenging class

5.0
4.0
DEP3053
Dec 3, 2012

Great professor, but I felt like her notes were misleading to the test. Not an easy A but very achievable if you study! Be sure to study the chapter reviews (pretty much her study guide in a nutshell) and use the website provided by the book. It helps &has questions in the practice quizzes that were on the test. Overall loved her energy and class

5.0
2.0
SOP3742
Jan 9, 2013

This professor is a bit boring, nothing about the way she taught was particularly astounding. However, she is a knowledgeable professor. Her tests are not easy, but not extremely difficult either. There's no reason why anyone should not get an A in her class.

1.0
5.0
SOP3004
Grade: B
Dec 7, 2013

Explicit 60% mean for course. You're better off learning material from 3rd party companion site sources. Would be great for a grad course; not u/grad! 100 question tests (which confuse) and not enough time for iclicker questions, which can hurt your grade. Unless this is the only class you're taking, be prepared for FULL and undivided attention.

3.0
4.0
SOP
Dec 9, 2013

makes the class more difficult than it needs to be, Iclicker questions are 90% trick questions, so chances are you'll get them wrong if you dont inspect every word in the question thoroughly . Not a bad teacher, but very boring and doesnt help students much at all.

1.0
5.0
SOP3004
Dec 10, 2013

As one student said, this professor uses negative gimmick at its best. Take this class with a more highly empathetic professor who doesn't focus so much on her 'bell curve.' Um, hello, did you forget you have a class you need to attend to or was your logic more important? How can anyone remember what you even taught at this point?

5.0
3.0
SOP3004
Grade: A+
Dec 12, 2013

Dr. Marion's Social Psychology course was interesting and relevant to everyday life. Lectures were clear and supported by practical examples. Assignments and tests are not difficult if you attend class and study. Dr. Marion treats students with kindness, respect, and patience, and is very approachable, helpful, and fair. I highly recommend her!

3.0
5.0
SOP3004
Grade: C
Dec 12, 2013

Repeats all definitions from the book word for word as an example when lecturing. She needs to put lectures in her own words rather than repeating it from the book. A student would be better of taking the class online. The test is 100 questions and is very tricky. One or two words can throw you off completely.

5.0
2.0
SOP3742
Dec 16, 2013

Dr Marion is helpful and knowledgable. Anyone with an ability or interest in education will do well. I've walked away with a better understanding of the significance of womens topics. Explainations are accurate, clear and facilitate the proper understanding of women psycholgy as it pertains to political and historical arenas. Overall much to gain!

5.0
1.0
SOP4230C
Grade: A
Dec 27, 2013

I have taken 4 of her classes, she is very clear from the start on how you will be graded so if you do poorly that's your fault. She mixes activities to help learn the material, you can always ask questions and go to her for help. If you study, pay attention to her lectures and do the work you will be fine. She knows her field really well! TAKE HER

2.0
3.0
SOP3742
May 6, 2014

The tests and quizzes had a lot of trick questions on them. I do not advise anyone to take this class online unless its the only class you are taking as it will need all of your attention. The discussion forums are graded ridiculously. I studied very hard for this class got B's on the midterms and final and ended up with a D. (First D i've gotten)

5.0
3.0
SOP3004
May 15, 2014

She is a hard professor but not impossible. Her classes do require you to study. She does offer extra credit and she will curve test. You can do well in her class if you read the chapters. Her final is a cumulative of previous test and quizzes. She knows her stuff.

3.0
3.0
PSY3004
Grade: A-
Aug 11, 2014

Asks for a little too much for an undergrad course. Iclicker every class questions are tricky. Do not take if you already have a heavy course load. Weekly Blackboard discussions. 100 question exams, gives you time to take down all questions and answers for the cumulative final. Not easy but doable. Read EVERYTHING.

5.0
2.0
SOP3004
Aug 12, 2014

Takes pride in course structure challenges students to learn You can't take this class lightly Must attend and take i-clicker tests to get an A Skills beside reading chapters required If your intention is to learn the material she is perfect Don't take this class lightly Dr Marion is smart fair approachable & demanding

3.0
4.0
SOP3004
Sep 25, 2014

She doesn't teach, only reads the power point that you already read before class. Doesn't make it interesting and there are no in class assignments. Lots of reading, hard tests. MUST READ or will fail tests. Quiz every class using iclicker. If you can hang and have good memory you will pass.

3.0
4.0
SOP3742
Grade: B
Nov 28, 2014

Show up for every class, because there is an iclicker quiz after every lecture. Its only worth one point but they add up. There are 2 tests 100 q. , and the final is optional. If you choose not to take it, its an average of the 2 tests. She does grade on a curve for the tests an the iclicker. She also does give extra credit but never more 2 points

5.0
3.0
SOP4230C
Grade: A
Dec 4, 2014

Dr. Marion is really smart and knows what she's talking about. Took her for social lab, there is a lot of reading so beware of that. Overall it was a easy class, one paper, 2 group assignments and a SIMSOC game. I would definitely take her again

2.0
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SOP3004
Grade: Not sure yet
Apr 12, 2015

hard. Good luck

4.0
3.0
SOP3742
May 3, 2015

She is a good teacher and very reliable. If you need to email her you will hear back relatively promptly. She even offered 3 points extra credit on our entire grade at the end. But you need to stay on top of assignment dates! And her tests are not that easy - study well ahead of time. But she does curve them.

5.0
3.0
SOP3742
Grade: A
Aug 2, 2015

Dr Marion is a very intelligent lady. I learned a lot from her lectures. The class itself is not very interactive so you'll have to do your best to stay engaged. It helped me to speak out and ask questions. Her tests can be tedious and annoying. They were super long and many of the questions on the test were unnecessarily tricky. Must go to class.

5.0
2.0
SOP3742
Grade: A+
Nov 19, 2015

Psychology of Women is the second course I've taken with Dr. M, and I would take her again! Her lectures are clear, PowerPoint based, and open to student discussion/questions. Short i-clicker quiz at the end of each lecture, three non-cumulative multiple choice exams, an optional final, and five online discussion forums that are very interesting!

1.0
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PSY3234
Grade: A-
May 8, 2016

Dr. Marion is an incredibly rude and boring person. Her lectures were long, uninspired, and not helpful. All she did for 3 hours was read off the powerpoints and guard her attendance sign-in sheet like it was her credit card. She was not helpful and does not care about her students. She made the course A LOT harder than it should be. AVOID HER !

5.0
3.0
SOP3004
Grade: A
Jun 28, 2016
Would take again

Dr. Marion is very nice and cares about her students. There's a lot of reading, great power-points, a study guide to prepare for the 3 tests with 75 questions, at least 3 discussions and clicker questions in class. Make sure you pay attention during lectures and study in advance before class. Reasonable grading. Curves grade. Would take her again.

2.0
4.0
SOP3004
Grade: A
Jun 30, 2016
Wouldn't take again

Her class is not interactive and thats the way she prefers it. Reads to you for three hours. Tests are unnecessarily tricky in fact the entire class had issues with the testing format so that says something. All in all, I would find it very unfortunate to take another one of her classes. I didn't gain very much from this course.

5.0
3.0
SOP3004
Grade: A+
Dec 1, 2016
Would take again

I'm not sure why past reviews are bad? Shes better in person VS online. She gives great examples &does in-class activities so you can understand the concepts. Her tests are not easy but if you do the reading as expected you can pass. She curves her tests because she knows questions can be tricky sometimes. Iclicker + discussions. I loved her class

Gives good feedback
Respected
LECTURE HEAVY
5.0
3.0
SOP3004
Dec 6, 2016
Would take again

Very fair professor. Fair grader. Test are difficult. Gives extra credit. Attendance is mandatory for Iclicker quizzes.

Tough Grader
EXTRA CREDIT
LECTURE HEAVY
5.0
4.0
SOP3004
Grade: A+
Dec 13, 2016
Would take again

I loved Dr. Marion. She did a great job teaching the class material. Yes, she is a tough grader and her tests are long, but if you do the study guide and read you will pass. I am also taking her for other courses this semester and already have her for a class next semester. She is very clear with what she expects so just follow directions.

Tough Grader
Skip class? You won't pass.
TEST HEAVY
4.0
3.0
SOP3004
Grade: B
Dec 22, 2016
Would take again

Her class was not the worst, very clear in her powerpoints. She also posts her powerpoints online. Go to class, she does iclicker quizzes (10 questions) after each lecture. She does those after class quizzes, online book work (Revel) and 3 exams. She is super nice, just pay attention and study.

Respected
2.0
3.0
SOP3742
Grade: C+
Dec 29, 2016
Would take again

She's not the best, but she's not the worst either. iClickers every class. Test are 100 questions. 4 short writing discussions with 3 responses Few chances for extra credit but grades very tough. DOES NOT curve final grades even for one point.

Tough Grader
Skip class? You won't pass.
Clear grading criteria
5.0
3.0
SOP3742
Grade: A
Jan 4, 2017
Would take again

I am not a fan of psychology, but figured it would be less hard than my science classes. Went in thinking it was gonna be a pain, passed with an A, didnt buy the book. It is NOT HARD. Whomever says it is is really just not doing ANYTHING. Read my notes (*read*, did not *memorize*) a couple of hours before the exam and passed every exam with A/Bs.

Get ready to read
ACCESSIBLE OUTSIDE CLASS
Clear grading criteria
5.0
2.0
PSY3234
Grade: A+
Mar 29, 2017
Would take again

By far the best professor for this statistics class! I got 100% on literally every single assignment and exam because she's that good of a teacher. She teaches by practice! You do the examples so much by the time you get to the exam you know what to do. And she's super helpful with very clear grading but you can't skip this class!

Gives good feedback
Respected
Skip class? You won't pass.
5.0
2.0
PSY3234
Grade: A-
Apr 13, 2017
Would take again

You have to really not try to fail this class. She makes STATS easy. Test reviews are EXACTLY like the test. NO surprises. Homework every class about 20 worksheets which helps your grade. And attendance worth 25% of grade so another grade booster. Textbook isn't mandatory but it helps and she uses some of those questions in the book on the test.

Tough Grader
Skip class? You won't pass.
LOTS OF HOMEWORK
5.0
3.0
PSY3234
Grade: A+
Sep 27, 2017
Would take again

Dr. Marion is a great professor. She is extremely organized and explains exactly what is expected from you in order to receive an A. Everything that was on the PowerPoint were in the exams. The textbook she uses is amazing because it breaks everything down to make it understandable to someone who has never taken a stats class. Highly recommend!

Skip class? You won't pass.
Clear grading criteria
EXTRA CREDIT
2.0
4.0
SOP3742
Nov 8, 2017
Wouldn't take again

This was such a boring class and she didn't help the matter. She speaks very monotonously and seems like she hates her job. We have in class iclicker quizzes every lecture, it's a very lecture/book heavy class, and the tests are hard and long. I only took her because she was on the davie campus. She's nice but only taker her if you have to.

Get ready to read
Participation matters
Skip class? You won't pass.
5.0
3.0
SOP3742
Grade: A+
Nov 21, 2017
Would take again

Dr. Marion is an awesome teacher! Psych of women with her is really anything but boring and it's SO INCREDIBLY easy to stay on top of the material don't listen to anyone who says it's hard or confusing. 10/10 recommend. Once a week class and it's on such an interesting topic.

Skip class? You won't pass.
Clear grading criteria
EXTRA CREDIT
5.0
4.0
SOP3742
Grade: B
Nov 28, 2017
Would take again

Although Psych of Women is an elective, Dr. Marion makes you work for the A. Grades are based on Discussion Forums (4 for the semester), iClicker quiz after each lecture, and exams. Some class meetings would cover two lectures. Attendance is mandatory. Missing classes can hurt your grade.

Respected
Skip class? You won't pass.
EXTRA CREDIT
5.0
4.0
SOP3742
Grade: B
Nov 28, 2017
Would take again

Homework assigned every class. If she finishes lecture early, she allows students to leave or stay to work on homework. Practice tests are identical to the real thing. No extra credit. End of the semester option to RETAKE an exam of your choice and she will use your average score. She teaches Stats better than the other professors at FAU.

Tough Grader
LOTS OF HOMEWORK
TEST HEAVY
4.0
3.0
PSY3234
Grade: A+
Dec 12, 2017
Would take again

If you do your homework and study you will do great. I passed with an A! Reviews are exactly like exams. Attendance is mandatory and helps your grade. She usually finishes class early and you have the option to stay and do your homework . Overall, great professor.

Clear grading criteria
5.0
2.0
SOP4230C
Grade: A+
Apr 2, 2018
Would take again

Dr. Marion is a great professor. She gives exact details of what is expected and if you follow that, you should be golden. Not sure why some reviews are so negative. She is a great professor and ultimately wants everyone to succeed. Follow instructions and pay attention, you'll be fine. I took all the courses she taught and enjoyed them all.

Gives good feedback
Respected
Caring
5.0
3.0
SOP4230C
Grade: A+
Apr 25, 2018
Would take again

Dr. Marion is amazing, she makes lectures easy to learn from and has a lot of material to be graded from. She is excellent in giving feedback and genuinely teaches the importance of the subjects.

Participation matters
Clear grading criteria
Amazing lectures
5.0
3.0
SOP3742
Grade: A
May 3, 2018
Would take again

The class was very easy. The was only two face to face exams and an online open book final. The only this is she is a very tough grader about the discussion post. But overall it is an easy class.

Tough Grader
4.0
3.0
SOP3742
May 7, 2018
Would take again

Very organized and keeps students updated, has lectures you can listen to on your phone on the go, very fair w/grading, fun/insightful assignments and encourages discussions w/classmates. One ex cred op at end of semester, tests aren't too bad. Would take this prof again.

Gives good feedback
Clear grading criteria
Amazing lectures
3.0
3.0
SOP3004
Grade: B+
May 26, 2018
Wouldn't take again

She is OK. Took it for summer. The thing i dont agree with is the iclicker quizzes we get every time after EVERY CLASS. I mean i know that's for attendance purpose, but if you don't get most of the questions right, you will get not points which it counts for your final grade. Also LOOOOTS of writing. Like discussions post on canvas.

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SO MANY PAPERS
Caring
3.0
4.0
PSY3234
Sep 11, 2018
Wouldn't take again

By the ratings I really thought I would like this professor. She's a good teacher but doesn't go through the material enough for you to understand. Also, you can literally have every answer correct on the assignment but if it's missing a punctuation you will get a 0. You can tell she loves what she does but not sure if she cares if you pass or not.

Tough Grader
Respected
GRADED BY FEW THINGS
1.0
5.0
SOP3004
Grade: Rather not say
Nov 21, 2018
Wouldn't take again

DO NOT TAKE HER. Her exams are 100 questions and is not easy. your GPA will drop. on discussion assignment if you do 1 little wrong error she will give you an F. she does NOT care if you pass or not, worst teacher i ever took my whole college life. sad to say but i wont be graduating this semester because of one class and that one class is THIS ONE

Tough Grader
Skip class? You won't pass.
LECTURE HEAVY
5.0
3.0
SOP3742
Nov 29, 2018
Would take again

Dr. Marion is an amazing professor. I have taken her several times. If you show interest, apply yourself and attend class, you will do well. She gives you so many opportunities to succeed! Grades consist of 3 tests and 4 discussion questions online. I-Clicker quizzes at the end of every class that are incredibly helpful. Lectures are never dull!!

Clear grading criteria
Caring
EXTRA CREDIT
5.0
4.0
SOP3004
Nov 30, 2018
Would take again

Dr. Marion is one of the best professors I've ever taken. She is extremely helpful and thorough in her explanations, and clearly very passionate about teaching. Her tests are challenging, but she gives a comprehensive study guide that is very helpful. She also posts this guide weeks in advance. Study hard and you will do well.

Tough Grader
Gives good feedback
Caring
5.0
3.0
SOP3004
Grade: B+
Nov 30, 2018
Would take again

I took Dr. M for Psych of Women, I really enjoyed the class. She is very knowledgable, and does a great job explaining the material. That being said the tests are very long, all 100 questions, being so many questions on each test it is a-lot of material, and most of the questions are very ambiguous. Other than that I would recommend for sure!

Skip class? You won't pass.
LECTURE HEAVY
5.0
4.0
SOP4230C
Grade: A
Dec 6, 2018
Would take again

One of the best professor's I've ever taken during my 4 years at FAU. Dr. M is a kind, genuine individual who loves what she does. All she asks from you is that you come to class and participate. This class was a lab so we had 2 projects but all of them were straight forward and graded fairly. Take her social psych lab, you won't regret it.

Participation matters
Skip class? You won't pass.
Amazing lectures
5.0
4.0
SOP3004
Grade: A+
Dec 27, 2018
Would take again

Anyone who fails this class didnt put in the work. Shes an awesome teacher and is very clear with her grading/lectures. Definetly would take again

ACCESSIBLE OUTSIDE CLASS
Clear grading criteria
Amazing lectures
4.0
4.0
SOP3742
Grade: C-
Jan 7, 2019
Would take again

Dr. Marion's class was pleasurable. an iclicker is mandatory for attendance and there are quizzes taken every day that later is in your test. Paying attention matters so when your studying it helps

EXTRA CREDIT
LECTURE HEAVY
4.0
3.0
SOP4230C
Grade: B
Jan 7, 2019
Would take again

One of the best classes I ever took. Participation and attendance are mandatory. Close to the end of the semester, there is a simulated game we play and the textbook for that is required in order to play and pass.

Participation matters
Amazing lectures
GROUP PROJECTS
1.0
4.0
SOP4230C
Grade: Audit/No Grade
Jan 9, 2019
Wouldn't take again

This professor is awful. Constant group projects, which I hate! I can't stand working with someone else. People think they know it all! A lot of demonstration assignments in front of the class. I don't get why in Lab you have to work with a partner constantly. Some people love that & others DON'T! Stop forcing the one's that Don't to be in groups!!

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Participation matters
GROUP PROJECTS
1.0
4.0
SOP4230C
Grade: A-
Jan 17, 2019
Wouldn't take again

She took over in the last month of the semester, and her teaching methods are very different compared our original professor. I had an A in this class the entire semester & I ended up with an A- due to her harsh grading methods on the SIMSOC paper. I would honestly avoid her simply because she can really mess up your grade & GPA.

Tough Grader
Participation matters
Amazing lectures
5.0
3.0
PSY3004
Grade: A
Feb 2, 2019
Would take again

Ive taken 4 classes with her and in all 4 classes I got an A. She's not overly difficult, but not an easy A. She presents you the information and if you study you will do fine. She doesn't trick people. What she presents is what's on the test.

5.0
3.0
SOP4230C
Apr 18, 2019
Would take again

Dr. Marion is one one the best Professors at FAU. If you want to learn then this is your best choice. Quizzes are short and only one paper and one cumulative final with notes. I love taking knowledgeable Professors who really know what they are teaching.

Gives good feedback
Participation matters
Group projects
5.0
4.0
SOP3004
Grade: A+
May 3, 2019
Would take again

I loved Dr. Marion because she engaged us and made it possible to really learn. Shes not an easy A, but shes interesting! Shes also really fair.

Respected
Skip class? You won't pass.
Inspirational
1.0
3.0
SOP3742
Grade: Not sure yet
May 4, 2019
Wouldn't take again

Really not the best professor in the psych department. Im not sure if they are different in davie (i'm primarily boca student) because she grades so harshly. She makes you jump through a lot of hoops when sending her an email. She acts like she was never a student before. would not recommend.

Test heavy
Tough grader
4.0
3.0
SOP3742
Grade: A-
Jun 12, 2019
Would take again

I really dont understand the bad ratings for her because this class is not difficult if you just follow her instructions. The discussion boards arent complicated but you do need in text citations and the tests are detailed (80 questions) but if you study and just listen to her lectures that she posts on canvas youll do fine.

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Caring
3.0
4.0
PSY3234
Grade: B-
Jun 18, 2019
Would take again

take her for psych classes NOT for statistics. next to impossible.

Lots of homework
Participation matters
Skip class? You won't pass.
5.0
4.0
SOP3004
Grade: A
Aug 3, 2019
Would take again

The Pearson Revel makes it really easy to pass this class. As long as you read/listen to the lectures and study the experiments conducted regarding each concept, you'll do great on the tests. The tests are super long, giving you lots of room to get stuff wrong. The discussion posts are probably the hardest part. Loved this class!

Lots of homework
Get ready to read
Caring
5.0
3.0
SOP3004
Grade: A+
Aug 5, 2019
Would take again

Dr. Marions online social psychology class is interesting and different than other online classes. She uses an online textbook with a mobile app. She's a great professor with constant class communication announcements and super quick replies to emails. She gives extra credit and truly helps students. I will definitely take her for future classes!

Gives good feedback
Participation matters
Clear grading criteria
3.0
3.0
SOP3742
Grade: B+
Aug 11, 2019
Would take again

Psychology of Women course she makes you work for it even though its an elective! I learned a lot from this class, but it was stressful at times do to how intense the exams were. I suggest studying really hard and do no procrastinate on homework!

Lots of homework
Participation matters
Tough grader
4.0
3.0
SOP4230C
Grade: A
Aug 11, 2019
Would take again

This was a fun class! It was a very hands on and interactive class with fellow classmates. We grew close and learned from each other. There are 2 group projects and 1 paper that is based on the SIMSOC activity you do towards the end of the semester. Overall fun and great class!

Skip class? You won't pass.
Group projects
Clear grading criteria
5.0
2.0
SOP3742
Grade: A
Oct 27, 2019
Would take again

I took this class online and really like it. I feel like I learned a lot through the class and it was a nice addition to my summer

Gives good feedback
1.0
4.0
PSY3234
Grade: C-
Dec 13, 2019
Wouldn't take again

This lady is the worst professor for PSY3234! She a very strict grader. Expects every assignment and Iclicker to be perfect if not your grade will suffer! She takes forever to put in test grades! She doesnt like when you ask to many questions during lecture! Avoid this class at all cost!!!! DONT DO IT TO YOURSELF!

Test heavy
Lecture heavy
Tough grader
4.0
4.0
SOP3742
Grade: B+
Apr 7, 2020
Would take again

Dr. Marion provides her lectures online with the powerpoint to go with it. The textbook is a good resource too, if you're not into recorded lectures. I did well on the tests and quizzes just listening to the lectures. The discussions were on interesting topics as well, and only 250 words. All in all, educational and super interesting.

Get ready to read
Clear grading criteria
Amazing lectures
5.0
3.0
SOP4230
Apr 23, 2020
Would take again

I wasnt a fan at first taking this class bc the workload seemed to be more than I was comfy with. I'm sitting here in TEARS writing this because Dr. Marion was by far one of my favorite teachers I have had in my whole life. I learned more from her than any psych professor and genuinely became friends with the whole class. please take her class!!

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Participation matters
4.0
4.0
PSY3234
Grade: A
May 14, 2020
Would take again

Strict grading, but once you get used to writing out the formulas and work step by step-she is able to tell you exactly where you went wrong in complicated problems. SHOW UP TO CLASS or you won't understand the material. Stats was hard for me. but she explains everything thoroughly and gives you final answers to work toward. Practice exams are key!

Skip class? You won't pass.
Lecture heavy
Tough grader
5.0
4.0
PSY3234
Jul 9, 2020
Would take again

Statistics is hard, but everyone thought Dr. M was great. Quizzes and homework every week, but the lowest grades are dropped. Practice exams let you know exactly what will be on tests (numbers change). She wrote the book, and it's free online. PowerPoint lectures are published in pdf. She helps outside of class. Take her!

Gives good feedback
Respected
Skip class? You won't pass.
5.0
4.0
PSY3234
Grade: Audit/No Grade
Jul 29, 2020
Would take again

I audited a course with Dr. M and although I didn't receive a grade for the class, she was more than willing to answer any questions I had. It was clear that she wanted her students to succeed- she worked through all the homework assignments with us at the beginning of class so we could see where we made our mistakes. 10/10 would take another class

Gives good feedback
Amazing lectures
Caring
1.0
3.0
SOP3004
Grade: B
Aug 9, 2020
Wouldn't take again

This is probably the worst professor I have ever had at FAU. She did not supply her own powerpoints and taught only from the PEARSON material and the textbook. Considering COVID, and how this is an online class, IT WAS TOO HARD FOR NOTHING! Chapter exams are 80 questions, and the exams are only worth 20 points. DO NOT TAKE THIS PROFESSOR!!!

Test heavy
EXTRA CREDIT
Tough grader
1.0
4.0
SOP3004
Grade: B
Aug 9, 2020
Wouldn't take again

I was so excited to take this course because I'm a psych major and Dr. Marion got great reviews. But those were all for in person. Online she is a nightmare. This is my first ever B at FAU. She doesn't post any lectures, or PPT's. You teach yourself through Pearson Revel. 80 question exams on Lockdown w/camera. She truly did not care for her class.

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Graded by few things
Tough grader
1.0
4.0
PSY3004
Grade: C+
Aug 10, 2020
Wouldn't take again

Tried to leave a review before and it got taken down lol. This professor is horrible, if I could give a zero I would. DO NOT take this professor! No lectures, strictly reading the book. The "study guides" were just chapter outlines and no help. All the good reviews below corrilate to her in person classes. AVOID AT ALL COSTS

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Graded by few things
Test heavy
1.0
5.0
SOP3004
Grade: C+
Aug 19, 2020
Wouldn't take again

worse professor ever. she doesn't actually teach, no lectures or PowerPoint, you are basically paying a lot of money to teach yourself. She does not care about students or even a little understanding

5.0
2.0
SOP3742
Grade: A+
Aug 25, 2020
Would take again

I took her over the summer for Psych of Women and loved it. She is VERY organized and makes it easy to understand the structure of the class: Recorded lectures, discussions, 3 tests with webcam and lockdown browser, 1 quiz per chap with lockdown browser. Always curved our tests. If you're a woman, take this class.

Clear grading criteria
Amazing lectures
3.0
4.0
PSY3234
Grade: C
Nov 13, 2020
Wouldn't take again

Took her bc of these reviews but they are different for each person. I didn't like her because she was a grade stickler on the HW. One wrong answer you get 0.5/1 tough! She gives a pre-test that is just like the actual test study that! then gives the opportunity to redo an exam. She made the class harder than it should be. Other prof are better

Lots of homework
Clear grading criteria
Lecture heavy
5.0
3.0
PSY3234
Grade: A+
Dec 20, 2020
Would take again

Doctor Marion is a true gem! I had a friend take another stat teacher and from what I heard, Doctor Marion is a force to be reckon with! She is detailed orientated, has recored lectures, gives practice exams, quizzes and homework are a reflection of what will be covered on exam. Overall, she is the one to have. Dont consider no one to teach you.

Test heavy
Clear grading criteria
1.0
4.0
PSY3004
Feb 13, 2021
Wouldn't take again

ABSOLUTELY TERRIBLE. Can't go back on to questions on exam. Teaches 2 different classes and makes exam on the same day when she knows she's setting her students up for failure because people take both of her classes during one term! Does not care for social psychology. Creates terrible essay style discussions. Please avoid. Learn through textbook.

Tough grader
1.0
4.0
SOP3004
Grade: A-
Mar 19, 2021
Wouldn't take again

Worst online class experience ever. Students sign up for online classes for the flexibility, yet... she schedules exams for SATURDAY MORNINGS IN A 4-HOUR WINDOW FROM 8-12pm. Most insane thing I've ever witnessed. I work Saturday mornings. I asked if she would move the window to after 12pm and she moved it to 6am - 7:30am. Absolutely bonkers

5.0
4.0
PSY3234
Grade: B+
Apr 24, 2021
Would take again

Dr. Marion is amazing. By far one of the best professors Ive ever had. This course is not easy, but if you do as she suggests and read the textbook you will pass with flying colors. She really makes concepts easy to understand, and she truly cares about her students. I wish I could take her again for another subject. AMAZING!

Gives good feedback
Skip class? You won't pass.
Tough grader
1.0
4.0
SOP3742
Grade: C
Apr 29, 2021
Wouldn't take again

10/10 the worst professor at FAU I have ever had. I usually never post feedback on this website but I thought I should warn students thinking about taking her class. Discussion post are almost impossible to ever get a perfect grade on as well as her exams. She almost always curves her exams because no one ever does good, that should tell you a lot

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Test heavy
Tough grader
1.0
4.0
SOP3742
Grade: B-
Apr 29, 2021
Wouldn't take again

Some people are not meant to teach, and Dr. Marion is one of them. Was really looking forward to taking this class but have never been so disappointed with how a professor teaches, she really does not seem passionate about teaching and it shows. Sad

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Tough grader
1.0
5.0
SOP4230C
Grade: B
May 4, 2021
Wouldn't take again

Huge ego, super rude, unwilling to help students. Definitely avoid.

Skip class? You won't pass.
Group projects
Tough grader
5.0
3.0
PSY3742
Grade: A-
Aug 14, 2021
Would take again

Dr. Marion truly cares about the success of her students. She sets you up to succeed and is clear about what you will be graded on. There are powerpoint slides, a prerecorded lecture, and content related videos for each module. Review all of these for exams to succeed in her class, but do not procrastinate! She curves exams based on the average.

Test heavy
Clear grading criteria
EXTRA CREDIT
3.0
3.0
SOP3742
Grade: B-
Dec 16, 2021
Would take again

This class was a very interesting class to take, I fairly enjoyed it. The exams were fairly easy I averaged between 70-80 on each exam, 80-90 on the discussion boards, and 100 on the homework (you get three tries to get 100). I wish there was more to this class because it's actually a very good topic, the discussion boards kinda helped a bit.

Lots of homework
Get ready to read
Clear grading criteria
1.0
5.0
SOP3004
Dec 20, 2021
Wouldn't take again

Please do not take this professor. One of the worst Ive had. She doesnt respond to emails and her TA does nothing to help. Ridiculous amount of writing for a psyc class. Also the tests are very confusing due to wording of questions. Please save yourself the headache and get a different professor.

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So many papers
Tough grader
5.0
3.0
PSY3234
Grade: A+
Dec 22, 2021
Would take again

Wonderful professor! Tests are exactly like the practice tests. 22 homework assignments, 22 quizzes, and 6 tests. Ask questions after lecture and it's an easy class. She has her own textbook for this class that you don't have to pay for.

Lots of homework
Clear grading criteria
EXTRA CREDIT
4.0
3.0
SOP3004
Grade: Not sure yet
Feb 15, 2022
Wouldn't take again

Dr. Marion is very kind and does care about her students grades. Her TA's not so much. They are extremely strict and grade harshly. Class would definitely be much better if they weren't responsible for discussion grades.

Test heavy
EXTRA CREDIT
Tough grader
1.0
3.0
PSY3742
Grade: B
Dec 15, 2022

Worst professor ever. Very unsure how she has any good reviews. She doesn't grade anything herself. TA's do everything for her. If you have any personal issues arise she does not care at all! She does offer extra credit at the end which is a perk but that's literally the only nice thing about her class. Stay far far away from her if possible.

Tough grader
Get ready to read
1.0
5.0
SOP3742
Grade: C
Aug 6, 2023

Take this professor only if you have no other options. The material is very interesting but it is impossible to get full marks for the assignments. The exams were either at 5:00pm or 6:30am, no other options. There is a study guide but the questions are worded in a way to trick you. I was only able to pass because of extra credit opportunities.

Tough grader
EXTRA CREDIT
Lots of homework
5.0
3.0
SOP3742
Aug 6, 2023
Would take again

My favorite class by far. Fascinating material. Clear expectations, fair grading (by the rubric) and accessible instructor. Weekly quizzes, three exams and discussion boards make up grade. Fixed exam times in an online class aren't my favorite, but she did email the times months before the term started so we could plan.

Participation matters
Clear grading criteria
Accessible outside class
5.0
2.0
SOP3004
Grade: A
Nov 2, 2023
Would take again

Homework consists of easy quizzes from online textbook and 5 discussion forums. There are 3 exams worth 20% each, they are online on lockdown browser with webcam. As long as you study her lectures for the exams and do the homework you'll be fine.

Clear grading criteria
Caring
5.0
2.0
SOP4230C
Grade: B
Dec 17, 2023
Would take again

Group presentations and open book/article quizzes were given throughout the course. Quizzes were to be taken a few times and then she chose the best score. A game was played towards the last few weeks of the semester and we wrote a short essay about our experience. Overall, I'll have to say this was an enjoyable class, great professor!

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Group projects
Gives good feedback
5.0
2.0
SOP3742
Grade: A
Apr 18, 2024
Would take again

Great professor. Engaging. Organized. Responsive. FAIR. Yes there is work. Yes sometimes not easy. Duh. College. Take her!!!

Amazing lectures
Caring
Online Savvy
1.0
5.0
SOP3742
Grade: C-
Apr 22, 2024

80 questions and 80 minutes tests. Not allowed to go back on test questions. Lockdown browser. Study guide, lectures and power points will not help. Do yourself a favor and just take another class.

Tough grader
Get ready to read
Graded by few things
5.0
3.0
PSY3742
Grade: A
Jun 22, 2024
Would take again

Just finished this summer class. Best class taken during my 4 years at FAU. Only downside was the "accelerated" 6 week course. I wish I could have engaged with the professor and material over a longer period of time (a regular semester). Take this course and you will be amazed at the stuff you learn that you didn't know you need to know, but do!

EXTRA CREDIT
Clear grading criteria
Accessible outside class
3.0
4.0
SOP3742
Grade: B-
Jan 23, 2025

This class has a mixed bag of opinions. While the material is interesting, the exams can be tricky and the grading can be tough. However, the professor is generally engaging and the class is manageable with the help of resources like Unstuckstudy. Just be prepared to put in the work.

1.0
5.0
SOP3742
Grade: B+
Apr 25, 2025

Took both Psychology of Women and Social Psychology with this professor and here are my thoughts: do not take!!!!!!!!! WOP is harder than Social, but her study guides and online quizlets do not help. Discussions are unnecessarily long. The best exam grade I pulled was a 90 with these two classes, I usually scored no more than a C or D.

Tough grader
Test heavy
1.0
5.0
SOP3742
Grade: A-
Apr 25, 2025

A lot of reviews say "if you study you'll be fine." I did study, the material she provided. Yet she asks stuff on the exam that was not discussed in the study guides, and maybe once briefly mentioned in the lecture video. Do not take this course.

5.0
3.0
PSY3234
Grade: A
Apr 28, 2025
Would take again

she gives practice tests that are just like her real exams (open note). she is fully transparent and a great lecturer. only complaint i have is that she wont bend the rules for anyone and i feared for my grade due to a personal situation she also drops your 2 lowest quizzes & assignments. pls take advantage of her TA checking HW and correcting it

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Lots of homework
Lecture heavy
4.0
3.0
SOP3742
Grade: B+
Jul 29, 2025
Would take again

this professor was keeping her students motivated during Covid19 online courses. however, she is more difficult when it comes to the tests. her courses are lecture heavy but if you genuinely are able to think outside the box for the questions, the tests aren't too bad. overall she tries to be funny and relatable which is a nice touch

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Lecture heavy
5.0
2.0
PSY6XXX
Grade: A
Jul 29, 2025
Would take again

Dr. Marion is a great instructor. When I had to take statistics, I was honestly really nervous and thought I would struggle, but she made it genuinely enjoyable and I ended up learning a lot. I'd definitely recommend taking her class if you get the chance!

Amazing lectures
Clear grading criteria
Gives good feedback
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