3.7

Elizabeth O'Grady

Biology - College of Lake County

3.7
Quality
3.3
Difficulty
64%
Would Retake
148
Reviews
3.7
Quality
3.3
Difficulty
3.7
Helpful
3.6
Clarity

64%

Would Retake

148

Reviews

Rating Distribution
Official

5

83

4

17

3

4

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10

1

34

What Students Say

I wish she was teaching A&P next semester but Im willing to wait cause she is beyond the best

BIO123 - 5.0 rating

She's high energy, and a GREAT teacher

BIOLOGY - 5.0 rating
Class Info

Online Classes

100%

Attendance Mandatory

83%

Textbook Required

23%

Grade Predictor

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Predicted Grade

B

95% confidence
Based on 57 grades
Most common grades:
B (19)
A+ (9)
A (6)
Grade Distribution
A(15)B(22)C(11)D(3)F(0)A-/B+(7)
Based on 59 reported grades
B: 19
A+: 9
A: 6
B+: 5
Common Tags
Caring (18)
Gives good feedback (12)
Amazing lectures (12)
Clear grading criteria (11)
Lecture heavy (11)
ACCESSIBLE OUTSIDE CLASS (9)
Get ready to read (9)
Test heavy (9)
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Ratings by Course

123

5.0

(8)

BIO121

5.0

(2)

BIOLOGY

5.0

(1)

BIO111

5.0

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BIO124

4.5

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+9 more courses
Difficulty by Course

121

5.0

BIO234

5.0

BIO245

4.1

245

4.0

7547

4.0

Reviews (148)
5.0
3.0
BIO124
Dec 21, 2008

This teacher was great!!! Had great powerpoints for classes, very helpful in breaking down ALL the info with A & P. She was always available if needed.You need to put in alot of study time as with any A&P class but she made sure you learned exactly what she was teaching, what you should be learning with this type of class or those going for RN.

5.0
4.0
BIO123
May 14, 2009

I really enjoyed her class. She was intersting which made class pass quickly. Expects you to attend class but overall a very fair teacher.

5.0
3.0
BIO123
Jun 3, 2009

I hadn't been back to school in years and was dreading taking this class, but it turned out to be pretty awesome. She was a great teacher, really cared about the students. If you have to take Bio123 I recommend her.

5.0
3.0
BIO123
Jun 3, 2009

Great class! She cares about her students and wants them to do well.

4.0
4.0
BIO124
Jul 31, 2009

I got so much out of her class - great examples and a passion for the subject.

4.0
4.0
BIO123
Jan 30, 2010

She is a great teacher! Her Power Point Presentations help a lot with her explanations. Be careful though; don't take BIO 123 unless you NEED it for your major. It doesn't transfer for most students!

5.0
2.0
BIO244
Mar 15, 2010

Absolutely loved Dr. Liz. Great P-points and lectures. She always asks if everyone understands if ready to move on. If you have questions, she either has the answer, or will look it up.Tests weren't extremely hard, if you studied, you did well. I would and have recommended her again!

5.0
4.0
BIO244
Jul 6, 2010

Had her for Bio 123 and 244, she is so awesome, very helpful and is an expert on what she is teaching, takes all the time you need to explain concepts and make sure you understand. Super friendly, her tests were challenging but if you studied it wasn't too bad, you will come away learning alot!

5.0
3.0
BIO123
Apr 21, 2011

I can not recommend her enough. seriously, if you have a chance to take a class with her DO IT! rearrange your schedule if you have to. I had absolutely no interest in bio, but because of her i saw how interesting it could be and i am now majoring in it. she has been so helpful past just the semester i had class with her. AMAZING teacher!

5.0
4.0
BIO121
Feb 27, 2012

She is super nice and though you CAN NOT pass her class without REALLY studying the textbook, she bumped up my in between grade. I will never be able to repay her for that.

5.0
4.0
BIO245
Mar 17, 2012

While this teacher is super nice & makes you enjoy class, her grading really sucks. Your grade really depends entirely on how well you do on lecture exams (phsyiology) & nothing else, which she failed to mentioned in the syllabus. The anatomy portion of the class takes the most time, yet you hardly get any credit for it. 100pt exams and 3pt labs?

1.0
5.0
BIO245
Mar 20, 2012

I would like to give a good review to all my teachers; unfortunately I would recommend this teacher to none of my peers. On the generalized lab practical exams that all anatomy students take I would receive an A; 35 out of 40. However on HER tests; which somehow merit more than the practical lab does and practice application, I would receive a 50%.

3.0
5.0
BIO123
Apr 21, 2012

This professor is definitely loves her job, but she also loves to talk, in fact she talks too much and it gets confusing. When she answers your question it can take her an hour. She talks about something you don't really need to know. Her tests are not easy, and lab tests are horrible. I don't recomend to take her class!!!!!!

2.0
4.0
BIO245
May 10, 2012

In a conference I had with Mrs. O'Grady I explained to her my confusion on doing so badly on her tests, as I was getting high grades in chemistry. she responded by saying that anatomy & physiology are distinctly different from chemistry. One week later we discussed the respiratory system, boyles, henry, and daltons law. All chemistry concepts.

4.0
4.0
BIO245
May 10, 2012

I enjoyed Mrs. Ogrady's class. A&P is not an easy but she gave out outlines and her tests are directly from the notes.

1.0
5.0
BIO245
May 12, 2012

Everything I learned from this class came from our book. Lectures had pages missing, repeated lines, and abbreviated terms.

2.0
5.0
BIO234
May 13, 2012

After completing her course I am disappointed to say this teacher does not understand the type of students she is teaching, at all. Additionally she fails to highlight the important concepts with clarity.

1.0
4.0
BIO245
May 13, 2012

From my experience with this class, not only was the teacher unprofessional; in answering questions she would respond. "i don't know." this occured throughout the semester and the students were left to figure out the questions she "didn't know"

5.0
3.0
BIO123
May 19, 2012

Prof O knows biology. She uses examples that help you remember. There are a lot of tests but it was good because not a lot of material on each test.

1.0
4.0
BIO245
May 19, 2012

This teacher did not respond to any emails I gave her-I asked her why and she explained to me "thats not the way I do things?" Confusing.....

1.0
3.0
BIO245
May 19, 2012

This teacher is under the opinion that chemistry and anatomy do not relate to each other. I was told this in a conference. Maybe she was flustered when she said that? I would not take her class again, or recommend her.

4.0
4.0
BIO246
Jun 4, 2012

Professor O'Grady is extremely smart and does what she can to make sure everyone understands the "big picture" before the details. A&P II is an intense and extremely difficult course, so if you don't have the time or motivation to dedicate to it, I wouldn't recommend it. It will consume your life for the semester but worth it in the end.

1.0
5.0
BIO245
Jun 15, 2012

The problem with this teacher is that all she did was give the information. She made no effort to cater to the different aspects of learning. Again, 2 hour labs that are worth barely any points and a hour lecture of fill in the blank which exams take up the majority of your grade is worth more than hands on learning??!?! Unacceptable.

5.0
3.0
BIO245
Jun 18, 2012

I didn't have Dr O for 244 but did for 245 and I enjoyed her class better. She was engaging and when I had questions she answered them. As I said I didn't have her for 244 and lab counted for way less in that class. I dont think she decides that. I agree, A&p isn't easy but she gives you what you need to do well.

5.0
2.0
BIO123
Jun 29, 2012

This class was super hard but the teacher was upbeat. She gave out worksheets that were helpful. I would take another class from her.

2.0
3.0
BIO245
Jul 14, 2012

This class was strictly lecture with little or no emphasis on practical application. In other words, to get a good grade in this class you had to teach yourself or spend extra lab hours with the teacher who did not have the answer to the majority of questions asked. Working students beware!

1.0
4.0
BIO245
Jul 14, 2012

I think Mrs. O'Grady is super great as a person to talk to but she has alot to learn about being a teacher! Some of the things she did made me feel like I was the teacher and she was the student-on all levels...

5.0
3.0
BIO245
Aug 11, 2012

I LOVED Dr. O'Grady for 245. She made you work, but was fair in her grading. She makes you think- it's not all memorization in 245. She was so helpful in explaining the material. You use your book A LOT. Going to class is essential.

2.0
4.0
BIO245
Sep 11, 2012

Mrs. O'Grady's class in a nutshell: Attendance in lecture, mandatory, attendance in lab, not mandatory. You can get an A in lab just by memorization, but good luck with the wording on her tests which would best be described as Bizarre.Her tests somehow additionally have more merit than practical lab. Not impressed. At all.

1.0
5.0
BIO245
Sep 18, 2012

I remember all too clearly this class; and not in a good way. The first day of class, and even IN THE SYLLABUS, the teacher said anyone being caught with a sell phone would be forced to sing a song, such as “I’m a little teapot.” Absolutely ridiculous for serious minded pre-med students.

5.0
3.0
BIO245
Sep 19, 2012

Dr. O was one of the best instructors I have had at CLC. Yes, she pushes you in lecture but you'll be thankful when you're in the nursing program. If you go to class and study this class is not difficult.

5.0
3.0
BIO244
Sep 19, 2012

Dr. O has high expectations, but She was ALWaYs available when I needed help. She used a lot analogies which were very helpful and I still remember. I'd recommend her!

5.0
2.0
BIO123
Sep 20, 2012

I'm taking her this semester and so far I've liked her class. Keeps things interesting. Definitely loves biology but it makes the class pass . She doesn't give study guides but it seems like if you study the notes you can do well.

5.0
1.0
BIO123
Sep 25, 2012

Such a good teacher. Responds to emails in a timely manner. Really enjoys what she is teaching, which makes it easier to learn. Would love to take another class with her!

1.0
5.0
BIO244
Oct 12, 2012

Dr. "O" is really great! But sometimes she is just really confusing! She also has in my opinion borderline immature syllabus requirements-I remember the I'm a little teapot.

1.0
5.0
BIO123
Oct 12, 2012

I'm taking her this semester and she is not one of the best teachers I have had. Not the worst but not the best.

1.0
5.0
BIO245
Oct 12, 2012

"Dr O." was one of the worst teachers I have ever had in my schooling experience. She is under the impression that chemistry and anatomy are not related, which is unacceptable for a teacher to say ESPECIALLY IF THE STUDENT KNOWS OTHERWISE

2.0
4.0
BIO244
Oct 12, 2012

This teacher from my experience of the class fails to highlight the important conceptual fundamental basics of anatomy. Instead she is focused on minute details that are of lesser importance.

4.0
2.0
BIO123
Oct 25, 2012

She really understands biology, she majored in knowing bacteria molecules so she knows her stuff, very willing to help. You need to be prepared for each test knowing the whole concept of the chapter and why, do not need to know the technical terms, but need the basics down. Study for each test, they are all different.

5.0
3.0
BIO123
Nov 3, 2012

Really enjoy her class. Makes lecture interesting and you can understand her. Thought her syllabus was funny!

5.0
2.0
BIO123
Nov 3, 2012

This is my second time in bio123 and I would totally recommend her. My last teacher was sobering but she relates things so I get them.

5.0
3.0
BIO123
Nov 5, 2012

Her tests are hard. But she's a good teacher. If you come in for help she explained it thoroughly.

5.0
2.0
BIO123
Nov 9, 2012

She is one of the most helpful and understanding teachers I've had. Her class was interesting but challenging. Replied to emails and was willing to meet whenever to help.

4.0
3.0
BIO123
Nov 15, 2012

She is an excellent teacher! PhD and knows her stuff but also acknowledges when she doesn't know the answer, important quality in a good professor. She often lectures using different verbiage then how her test are worded. Would recommended asking lots of questions. Goes above and beyond to make herself available for questions/concerns.

5.0
1.0
BIO123
Dec 5, 2012

Very educated teacher. Helpful. Will respond to emails. I took this online and did the lab in class and it worked very well. Always answers questions I have. Makes learning enjoyable.

4.0
3.0
BIO123
Dec 11, 2012

Liz is a very resourceful instructor. She really knows her stuff and is more than willing to help. Her power points are great,she provides study guides for lab exams and the final lecture exam and what is on those guides are actually on the test. She does excellent reviews for exams and replies to emails quickly should you need extra help.

2.0
5.0
BIO245
Jan 29, 2013

I had a lot of trouble figuring out how to word my answers in order to get full points. She was extremely picky and often took off points if I did not use the exact words she would use. I did well in the class, but honestly if I had her my first semester back to school I would not have continued.

5.0
3.0
BIO245
Feb 8, 2013

Great teacher. Extremely helpful and willing to answer questions.

1.0
5.0
BIO245
Apr 25, 2013

This teacher did not help the students at all. Just because you have a PhD does not mean you know how to act appropriately with students.

5.0
2.0
BIO245
May 21, 2013

This prof was AWESOME! She gives out her notes, has extra credit, and answers questions. I'd take another class from her

5.0
3.0
BIO123
May 21, 2013

Great class, great instructor. Dr. O cares about her students. Very energetic and really loves what she does. Provides study guides and available to answer questions.

5.0
3.0
BIO244
May 30, 2013

Great prof, great class. Yeah she has a PhD but she is totally cool. Responds to emails, gives study guides and extra credit. A and P is not easy but if you study and pay attention to what she says in class you know exactly what to study.

5.0
1.0
BIO123
Jun 11, 2013

Great instructor..enough said

5.0
3.0
BIO123
Oct 30, 2013

Dr. O'Grady is the best! She's so excited about her subject and genuinely wants you to succeed. She will do ANYTHING to help you. Test are relatively easy if you study and she gives you plenty of opportunities to earn points. Take this class!

5.0
2.0
BIO123
Dec 19, 2013

The class was online but we had labs in class and after that the prof held a discussion period. She is very helpful. I have always struggled in cellular bio, and I got an A--proof she is a great professor. There is plenty of place for extra credit and her online lectures are very useful. She works to help you get the best grade.

5.0
1.0
BIO123
Grade: B+
Jun 16, 2014

Hands down the best biology professor at CLC. Talks to you like you are an adult. Very very nice, and one of the most intelligent people I have ever met. I could talk to her for hours about everything.

5.0
1.0
BIO123
Grade: A+
Jul 29, 2014

By far the best biology teacher at CLC. She actually really cares about people and she will always go out of her way to make sure you understand everything as long as she sees that you are making an effort. go to her office, talk to her, she is so smart and loves to share her knowledge. She uses real world examples and makes it easy!

5.0
4.0
123
Sep 16, 2014

Take her. She will change your life.

5.0
1.0
BIO123
Sep 29, 2014

Take this teacher! 100% wonderful!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

5.0
2.0
245
Grade: B+
Nov 21, 2014

Very excited and passionate about the subject. She gives many practical analogies and related extra information. The course (A+P II) is very difficult in nature, yet she does a wonderful job trying to convey the information and make as many connections to related information.

5.0
2.0
123
Dec 13, 2014

Liz was seriously the best teacher I've ever had! I've never enjoyed a science class as much as this one. She's super helpful and extremely intelligent. Her lectures are not boring at all, and I've taken a lot out of this class. Material can be confusing but she does her best to clarify everything. Highly recommend her!!

3.0
4.0
7547
Dec 17, 2014

The professor knows her stuff and inspires you. But is a tough grader. Her study guides don't help for the test at all.

5.0
1.0
BIO123
Dec 17, 2014

Amazing lectures. Love this woman! Laid back but teaches so amazingly! Please take her and find out for yourself! Tests are hard but so is real life!

5.0
3.0
BIO123
Grade: A+
Jan 21, 2015

I loved Dr. Liz! It was a hybrid class so all lectures were online and we just had to attend lab. She was very accommodating when I had to miss a week. She let me make up lab with another professor. All grades are posted to blackboard in a timely manner. Must study to get a good grade, but I barely opened the book. Her lectures had all info needed.

5.0
1.0
BIO123
Grade: A+
Apr 21, 2015

Absolutely amazing lectures. Wonderful personality. She is "crazy" but in the best way. Talks to you like a human being.

5.0
4.0
BIOLOGY
May 1, 2015

Liz is an AWESOME professor! She is very passionate about Biology and wants her students to understanding the material being taught. She's very thorough in explaining material during lecture and also provides recorded videos for each chapter for later viewinglistening, LOVE that! She's high energy, and a GREAT teacher!

3.0
5.0
121
Jun 12, 2015

She was clear in lectures but nothing that was taught matched with the test . Finals weight heavily on grade , if you don't do well on final , you risk falling the class.

1.0
5.0
BIO123
Sep 18, 2015

Oh well, I studied for this class every single day, even Sundays! and still seemed not to be enough to meet her expectations. She is so rich in knowledge that its hard to absorb everything teaches. She definitely knows her stuff, that she almost want you to think like her and answer like her to get a question answered. she is unpredictable grader

5.0
1.0
BIO123
Sep 22, 2015

Dr. O'Grady is one of the best instructors at CLC. Her lectures are straight forward and she gives many examples. She knows the material very well, and if you prepare you can do very we. Not an easy class, but a great professor.

3.0
5.0
BIO123
Grade: C+
Oct 4, 2015

Great professor, I regret taking this class, I'm an a student and she makes it Hard! Expect to study every single day, assignment and lab quizes online(weekly), plus a 30% lab report, 4 lecture exams (which are 57% of your final grade) a Lab midterm (Large study guide), she expects you to participate in her class and to fill you lab manual. Gudluck

5.0
1.0
BIO123
Oct 12, 2015

Dr. O'Grady is a very good instructor. She gives amazing lectures and is very good at giving examples and answering questions. This is not an easy class but she sets realistic goals for students and there are many opportunities to earn points. Yes, she expects you to study and participate in class. Would take this instructor again.

5.0
3.0
BIO123
Grade: A+
Dec 15, 2015

Great teacher! Really cares about her students and gives you many materials for success.

5.0
1.0
BIO246
Grade: A+
Dec 21, 2015

Liz is absolutely AMAZING. Her lectures are so amazing! She explains everything so thoroughly. She gives 4 tests with study guides and a cumulative exam at the end of the semester jst like any other class. She is great at returning emails. She is an amazing teacher but at the end of the day it is up to the student to put in some work.

5.0
1.0
BIO123
Grade: A+
Jan 26, 2016

This professor gives some of the best lectures in the business. I learned so much. And for all those who say she's gives too much work, ITS COLLEGE!! I studied about 20 hour a week for this class and got an A. She's a role model of what a professor should be, she actually CARES about what students go though. Do hard work because she works hard!

5.0
1.0
BIO123
Grade: A+
Apr 8, 2016

Liz O' Grady was by far one of the best teachers/professors I have ever had. She expects you to pay attention in class, listen to lab explanations BEFORE labs, and to put in the time. If you ever have any questions she makes herself available for you whether it is through email or open labs so you can get more info if you need, or office hours.

5.0
2.0
BIO123
May 10, 2016

I would definitely recommend her to anyone taking a biology class. She gives some of the best lectures, she makes sure you understand the material and she is always available for extra help outside of class.

2.0
4.0
BIO123
Jul 18, 2016
Wouldn't take again

professor O' Grady knows her stuff and inspires you. She is a tough grader on tests and her study guides dont help for the test.

5.0
3.0
BIO123
Jul 28, 2016
Would take again

Dr. O'Grady is a very passionate and easy going professor. She DOES have high expectations and you have to study or you won't pass. She gives tons of helpful handouts and tells you in class what to focus on for the tests. Definitely recommend her.

1.0
4.0
BIO123
Jul 28, 2016
Wouldn't take again

Don't take this class

5.0
4.0
BIO123
Jul 30, 2016
Would take again

She is AWESOME! She is clear, challenging, and interesting in class. Would take more classes with her

1.0
3.0
BIO123
Aug 10, 2016
Wouldn't take again

Worst professor I have taken at CLC .

Tough Grader
LOTS OF HOMEWORK
Inspirational
5.0
3.0
BIO123
Grade: B+
Aug 11, 2016
Would take again

Even though this is a tough class dr. O is very helpful. Willing to meet outside of class time and very good at explaining. I learned a lot but I had to study a lot.

Gives good feedback
ACCESSIBLE OUTSIDE CLASS
Amazing lectures
5.0
2.0
BIO123
Aug 19, 2016
Would take again

I would recommend Dr. O'Grady . She is very knowledgable and available to answer questions. her tests are not easy but they are fair.

Gives good feedback
ACCESSIBLE OUTSIDE CLASS
Clear grading criteria
5.0
3.0
BIO244
Aug 28, 2016
Would take again

Dr. O'Grady is a tough instructor but is there for you if you have questions. Willing to meet with me once a week to help me. Her tests are hard but using her study guides really helped. Not a lot of extra credit.

ACCESSIBLE OUTSIDE CLASS
Amazing lectures
5.0
3.0
BIO123
Grade: B
Oct 24, 2016
Would take again

She is amazing!! I wish she was teaching A&P next semester but Im willing to wait cause she is beyond the best. If you don't pass, its because you didn't take advantage of her time and the material she provides.

Gives good feedback
ACCESSIBLE OUTSIDE CLASS
Clear grading criteria
4.0
3.0
BIO123
Oct 29, 2016
Would take again

Amazing professor, has made dozens of resources available so you are able to understand the subject. she wants you to succeed and is very friendly and approachable and is able to answer any questions and willing to work with you until you understand the subject. the tests are easier than I anticipated. very enthusiastic about biology.

ACCESSIBLE OUTSIDE CLASS
Amazing lectures
Caring
1.0
4.0
BIO123
Dec 2, 2016
Wouldn't take again

awful professor and very rude

Tough Grader
LOTS OF HOMEWORK
LECTURE HEAVY
1.0
1.0
BIO123
Dec 6, 2016
Wouldn't take again

Clear in her lectures but nothing that was taught matched with the test . Test were also extremely hard. Lets just say by the middle of the semester half the class dropped the class. Final weights heavy on your grade. Wouldn't recommend her.

LECTURE HEAVY
2.0
5.0
BIO123
Dec 6, 2016
Wouldn't take again

Horrible professor won't even recommend her to my worst enemy

Get ready to read
Skip class? You won't pass.
LOTS OF HOMEWORK
5.0
3.0
BIO123
Grade: Not sure yet
Dec 7, 2016
Would take again

Ms. O'Grady is a very smart and amazing instructor. She is very helpful and says many times each class to let her know if there are questions. I used her study guides and found them helpful but I did have to study. Lots of chances to earn points not just on tests.

Respected
Amazing lectures
Caring
1.0
5.0
BIO123
Dec 10, 2016
Wouldn't take again

Very , intelligent instructor . But she is very strict . She is also very rude at times . Expect to read , and study every day . study guides don't help for tests. 2 homework assignments per week , 4 articles , one lab report , cumulative final .

Tough Grader
SO MANY PAPERS
LECTURE HEAVY
1.0
4.0
BIO123
Dec 10, 2016
Wouldn't take again

Lots of work for this class. You get timed for homework which can hurt your grade. Does not allow phones to be out. Gives study guides which are exactly as the notes . Tests are extremely hard. I feel like she made the class harder then is should be.

Participation matters
SO MANY PAPERS
LECTURE HEAVY
5.0
3.0
BIO123
Dec 12, 2016
Would take again

one of the bests profs at CLC. clear with expectations and cares about her students

Gives good feedback
Respected
Caring
4.0
3.0
BIO245
Grade: B
Dec 16, 2016
Would take again

Dr. Grady is a very good professor. She cares for her students and is very enthusiastic about A&P II. She assigns online hw for 10 points based off of lecture, she gives 10 points e.c for completing all four Study guides. She breaks down the material easily so that it is not unbearable. Take advantage of her office hours if you don't understand.

Gives good feedback
Clear grading criteria
Amazing lectures
5.0
3.0
BIO123
Dec 17, 2016
Would take again

Dr. Liz makes bio clear and easy to understand. There are 5 tests but only cover 2 ch at a time. She gives weekly lab quizzes that are 15 min but 10 questions. She tells you what's important in class. She explains the material so everyone can understand and very willing to help students

Gives good feedback
Respected
Amazing lectures
5.0
2.0
BIO123
Dec 20, 2016
Would take again

Dr. O is very willing to help students. She asks if you have questions and is willing to explain multiple times. Puts her lectures and notes online.

Respected
Caring
4.0
3.0
BIO123
Grade: B-
Jan 25, 2017
Would take again

Liz is the absolute best! She's so sweet and caring and really takes interest in her teachings and her students. If you see bad reviews about her, dont even listen to them. If you go to class, pay attention and do the work, you will be fine. I would take her again in a heartbeat.

Tough Grader
LOTS OF HOMEWORK
Caring
5.0
3.0
BIO123
Apr 17, 2017
Would take again

Dr. O is one of the most amazing teachers! She is willing to help when you have a problem. As long as you show up to class and take advantage of her office hours, you will pass.

LOTS OF HOMEWORK
Amazing lectures
Caring
4.0
4.0
BIO123
Grade: A+
Jun 7, 2017
Would take again

Elizabeth was a TOUGH professor, but I did learn a lot from her. She pushes you to think for yourself. I liked that the lectures were online, so you could go back and listen to them over, and also watch the labs prior to going to class. The study guides were NOT helpful, so I would end up spending hours creating my own from the vague outline.

Tough Grader
Participation matters
Skip class? You won't pass.
5.0
4.0
BIO123
Grade: A
Jul 25, 2017
Would take again

Great prof, very enthusiastic, clearly loves teaching.

Participation matters
Skip class? You won't pass.
4.0
4.0
BIO244
Grade: B+
Sep 24, 2017
Would take again

She is awsome.

Gives good feedback
Inspirational
Amazing lectures
5.0
4.0
BIO123
Grade: B
Dec 12, 2017
Would take again

Professor OGrady is one of the best professors I have ever had. She is so passionate about biology and makes you want to learn. Her expectations are very clear. Plan to study a lot but also plan to learn a lot.

Tough Grader
LOTS OF HOMEWORK
ACCESSIBLE OUTSIDE CLASS
5.0
3.0
BIO123
Dec 12, 2017
Would take again

Loved her!! She is so incredibly bright and truly loves biology. You can tell she's so passionate about it and has no problem going over one subject over and over again if you need better explanation. Her tests are a little difficult, but she gives you EVERYTHING you need to be successful. I would recommend her to everyone.

Tough Grader
Gives good feedback
Caring
5.0
4.0
BIO123
Grade: A
May 2, 2018
Would take again

This class is a lot of work. Dr. O'Grady goes above and beyond to provide her students with the materials they need to learn and study. She makes sure to teach concepts multiple ways to adjust for different learning styles. Keep up with the work and study regularly and you should not have a problem. I loved this class, but it was a lot of work.

Clear grading criteria
TEST HEAVY
Caring
5.0
3.0
BIO123
Aug 2, 2018
Would take again

I was in the hybrid class meaning my lectures were online but there was still an in class lab. Decent amount of homework, but Liz clearly breaks it up into easy to read charts in the syllabus so it's manageable. She is fantastic at explaining things different ways and is extremely willing to talk outside of class if you need additional help. 10/10

ACCESSIBLE OUTSIDE CLASS
Clear grading criteria
Amazing lectures
5.0
3.0
BIO123
Grade: B
Oct 2, 2018
Would take again

She is amazing. Take my word and take her for biology. You will not regret it! If she was my teacher for every single subject I would be the happiest person alive!

Skip class? You won't pass.
ACCESSIBLE OUTSIDE CLASS
Amazing lectures
5.0
3.0
BIO121
Grade: A+
Nov 24, 2018
Would take again

She is an incredible professor! She is very clear on what she expects from students and allows many opportunities to earn points. Dr. O'Grady is really passionate about teaching and really wants everyone to succeed!

Gives good feedback
ACCESSIBLE OUTSIDE CLASS
Amazing lectures
4.0
3.0
B244
May 9, 2019
Would take again

She is great professor in lecture and in her office hours, when you are confused. She is engaging to the class and is wiling to answer any questions.

Accessible outside class
Test heavy
Clear grading criteria
4.0
2.0
BIO244
Grade: B
May 11, 2019
Wouldn't take again

She is a very expressive teacher and gets excited when teaching. Although she answers a lot of questions during class, I do feel like we move off track a lot. The study guides are not helpful (for me at least). She hardly assigns homework or extra credit which is really disappointing, since not everyone tests well.

Accessible outside class
Test heavy
Tough grader
4.0
3.0
BIO244
Grade: A
Sep 12, 2019
Would take again

Want someone to really get you excited about biology? Take O'Grady and you will not be disappointed. Her class does not offer much extra credit, but she is really good at making her expectations known right from the beginning. You know from the first class that you need to do well on the exams and lab practicals to pass.

Graded by few things
Amazing lectures
Caring
5.0
3.0
BIO123
Grade: B
Mar 12, 2020
Would take again

I would highly recommend her. She is a visual learner and will draw a bunch of things for students to get a better understanding rather than just rambling on. It is recommended that you not skip lab as those days are super important for being only once a week. Liz will not give you an easy grade at the end of the day you need to work for it.

Respected
Clear grading criteria
Caring
5.0
3.0
BIO123
Jul 30, 2020
Would take again

OGrady is very passionate about biology which makes her class enjoyable, even if bio isnt your thing. I took her summer course which was a little hard to do the labs online, but she did accommodate significantly. Her lab videos are hilarious because she spends the time messing around. Shes one of the most helpful teachers I had at CLC

Respected
Caring
Clear grading criteria
4.0
4.0
BIO245
May 8, 2021
Would take again

She was a good teacher and I learned a lot even tho we were online

1.0
3.0
BIO123
May 14, 2021
Wouldn't take again

I wouldn't recommend this professor her note were inaccurate, I came to her for help and understandment of what was going on with my results and says I wasn't taking my notes correctly nor studying enough. The problem apparently for her was always me. My other professor's says other wise .Save your money don't take her class.

5.0
4.0
BIO245
Grade: B+
Sep 2, 2021
Would take again

Professor O'grady was very understanding and met with me when I had questions. She is very flexible and responds quickly to emails. She even met with me at 9pm because of my crazy schedule. Tests were difficult, but lectures really go in depth so you won't be blindsided. You can tell she really loves what she teaches.

Gives good feedback
Accessible outside class
Lecture heavy
2.0
3.0
BIO123
Grade: C
Jan 17, 2023

To be honest, I would not have Dr. O'Grady as my professor again. It was very difficult for me to adapt to her teaching style. She's very nice and does offer support, but what I noticed is that she didn't try to learn how her students are nor did she learn our names. Overall, this class was okay and I needed to take it because it's a requirement.

5.0
3.0
123
Grade: B
Jan 20, 2023
Would take again

She was very helpful and kind. I liked how she explained things. The tests were hard but if you fill in the notes and use the extra credit sheets it helps.

5.0
3.0
123
Grade: B
Jan 23, 2023
Would take again

I had to study a lot for this class. She was really great at answering my questions and she really knew her stuff. I had zoom lecture which I didn't like.I learned better from her when we met in class. SHe was also available to meet later at night which was helpful for those of us that work. I felt she cared about how well I did.

Caring
5.0
3.0
123
Grade: C+
Dec 19, 2023
Would take again

Had to retake bio123 taught well and was helpful compared to my other professor. Provides extra credit for each chapter, and study guides for each lab and lecture exam. During lectures, she thoroughly goes into detail about what most students struggle with. Will have to write a lab paper, but not too difficult.

EXTRA CREDIT
Caring
5.0
4.0
BIO123
Grade: B
Dec 17, 2024
Would take again

O'Grady's BIO123 is challenging but rewarding. She teaches concepts in multiple ways and is incredibly helpful outside of class. unstuck AI and the textbook are great study aids. Overall, a tough but worthwhile class.

1.0
5.0
BIO245
Grade: D+
Mar 15, 2025

She wasn't super helpful when I was struggling. She has one way of explaining things and if you don't get it the first time, you just won't understand it. She was rude and was not understanding of my situation and every time I spoke with her it just made me feel worse. I would not take any courses with her again, I ended up dropping the class.

Tough grader
Lecture heavy
Test heavy
5.0
4.0
BIO111
Grade: B
Mar 21, 2025
Would take again

She is a very caring instructor. She responds to my emails quickly and our online course is organized and you know what she expects. There are A LOT of exams and a lot of homework. Each chapter has its own study guide and she gives a list of words you can use on the lab exams which helped. I would recommend her if you have to take 111.

Gives good feedback
Caring
5.0
2.0
BIO123
Grade: A
May 8, 2025
Would take again

Liz is an extremely caring professor, she always made sure to reiterate that she was available if we had any questions or needed help with any of the material. Some of the material can be a bit difficult but her lectures and chapter assignments really help you learns and understand. She also has an extra credit assignment for every chapter.

EXTRA CREDIT
Amazing lectures
Caring
5.0
3.0
123
Grade: C
May 15, 2025
Would take again

I ABSOLUTELY LOVED HER, she's such a sweetheart and is amazing at explaining, the only reason to why I got a C in this class was because I was too worried about chem. lecture exams are exactly what she teaches and there is a study guide+ extra credit chapter with every test that you can also study off of. study well and show up to labs.

EXTRA CREDIT
Amazing lectures
Test heavy
5.0
2.0
BIO123
Grade: C+
May 19, 2025
Would take again

Best bio teacher I could ever ask for ! She is so sweet and caring about her students she reminds you of exams, what to look out for! Overall she teaches very well makes sure you understand each concept and lesson! As long as you pay attention in class and do your homework and study the review she gives you upll do just fine!

Amazing lectures
Clear grading criteria
Inspirational
5.0
4.0
BIO123
Grade: A
Jul 14, 2025
Would take again

Dr. O'Grady was a great professor. Her lectures were interesting and made the time fly by fast. If you do the homework and read the material you're guaranteed to do well in her class. This class is mostly for future healthcare workers so there are challenging concepts but if you pay attention, Dr. O'Grady makes them easy to understand.

Amazing lectures
Inspirational
2.0
1.0
BIO244
Grade: B
Jul 18, 2025

Subject matter is interesting enough that it almost doesn't matter that the instruction falls short of expectations. Her explanations are verbose and circuitous, offering little clarity or coherence. Supplemental materials contained numerous errors. Became a drag to catalogue all of them, made me question whether what I was learning was accurate.

Hilarious
5.0
4.0
245
Grade: B
Nov 14, 2025
Would take again

Ms. Liz is an awesome teacher. I took her hybrid class and I wish the class was all face to face. She explains the material in a way that makes sense. Her tests are hard but fair. If you go to class and study the class is doable.

Amazing lectures
Caring
Accessible outside class
5.0
3.0
123
Grade: C+
Nov 24, 2025
Would take again

Dr. O'Grady is one of the best teachers I have had at CLC. She doesn't get mad if you ask questions and she gives the information in a way that normal people can understand. She doesn't give a lot of extra credit. I would not take this with another science class. I took chem and biology and it was hard.

Caring
Accessible outside class
5.0
3.0
123
Grade: A-
Dec 10, 2025
Would take again

She is very willing to help if you ask and explain concepts clearly. Labs are very helpful and actually prepare you for the lecture and lab exams. She gives out extra credit and if you do your work, the course is very manageable and pretty easy.

EXTRA CREDIT
Clear grading criteria
Accessible outside class
1.0
5.0
BIO245
Grade: A
Dec 15, 2025

Her communication style is terse and passive-aggressive, makes asking questions uncomfortable. Responses to questions were dismissive. Lectures were disorganized and important concepts were assumed rather than taught. Expectations for exams & assignments were not consistently clear and grading did not align with what was emphasized in class.

Tough grader
Beware of pop quizzes
Lecture heavy
1.0
5.0
BIO244
Grade: C
Dec 15, 2025

Lectures were clear but there was a noticeable mismatch between what was covered in lecture and what was tested on.

Lots of homework
Beware of pop quizzes
Lecture heavy
4.0
3.0
BIO123
Grade: B
Dec 17, 2025
Would take again

She is a good teacher. Her class is nice. Make sure you study for sure. I would say this class is not hard just as long as you put the effort. Studying, paying attention and showing up to class! She also gives extra credit do it !!!

EXTRA CREDIT
Amazing lectures
Test heavy
5.0
3.0
245
Grade: A-
Dec 17, 2025
Would take again

I took Dr. O's blended class. Lectures online were helpful and during lecture she would go over some of the harder stuff. I listened to the lectures and used her fill in notes. Study those and go to lecture and you'll do fine. The lab exams were hard. She goes over the lab models but it seems like too much in the lab.

5.0
3.0
245
Grade: B-
Dec 17, 2025
Would take again

Liz is the best. She lets students know the first class on what points are available Her tests are hard and She doesn't give cheat sheets. She met with me on zoom when I wasn't able to get to school and was always asking us to ask questions and said they were good questions. If you go to class and study you will do well.

Amazing lectures
Gives good feedback
Caring
1.0
4.0
245
Grade: C
Dec 19, 2025

If nothing else, her materials are full of mistakes which makes her instruction unreliable and she catches an attitude when you try to point them out. Loves side-stepping explanations with “You should have covered this in 244”. If you took a shot every time she said this, you could become a donor yourself.

Beware of pop quizzes
Lecture heavy
Test heavy
1.0
5.0
245
Grade: C-
Dec 19, 2025

honestly felt I was teaching myself the entire time, she made herself available to help but I just got more confused by her way of explaining.

Get ready to read
Accessible outside class
1.0
5.0
BIO245
Grade: B
Dec 21, 2025

Perfect if you don't mind a lot of self-teaching and occasionally just flat out wrong content. Many anatomical structures were incorrectly labeled on the given materials.

Get ready to read
Lecture heavy
5.0
5.0
245
Grade: B
Dec 22, 2025
Would take again

Liz was awesome. I've read some of the comments and I don't feel like I took the same class. There were no pop quizzes and I never felt like she made me feel bad when I asked questions. She was worried how we'd do on an exam so she moved it online. Literally one of the BEST instructors I've had.

Participation matters
Clear grading criteria
Accessible outside class
5.0
5.0
245
Grade: C+
Dec 22, 2025
Would take again

She is a very good teacher and makes anatomy an interesting class. She also made sure that her students studied well for their test and gave out study guides, which helped out quite a bit.

1.0
5.0
BIO244
Grade: B
Dec 23, 2025

The class content was interesting, but I often felt unsure about what material would appear on exams. A clearer outline of testable topics would be beneficial.

Get ready to read
Lecture heavy
Test heavy
1.0
4.0
245
Grade: B
Dec 23, 2025

Lectures occasionally jumped between topics without transition. A clearer structure or outline would help keep the material organized.

Lots of homework
Lecture heavy
Test heavy
1.0
5.0
BIO244
Grade: D+
Dec 23, 2025

Class time was often spent drawing diagrams and schematics that were already available in the course materials. Using the provided materials could make lectures more efficient and easier to understand

Get ready to read
Lots of homework
1.0
5.0
BIO244
Grade: C
Dec 23, 2025

The study guides didn't reflect the content emphasized on the exams, so it was difficult to guess which concepts to hone in on during study. Sometimes the broad and foundational concepts did not show up while very specific details from fine-print image captions or small notes appeared multiple times.

Tough grader
Get ready to read
Lecture heavy
1.0
5.0
BIO245
Grade: B-
Dec 23, 2025

gives out worksheets, doesn't specify point value, doesn't collect it. you get confused on what to actually complete because you dont know whats going to count toward your grade

Get ready to read
Lecture heavy
Test heavy
1.0
5.0
BIO245
Grade: B
Dec 23, 2025

It was very difficult to study from resources that weren't always accurate, the number of mistakes made it harder to trust the material and introduced a lot of unecessary stress.

Get ready to read
Participation matters
Lecture heavy
1.0
4.0
B244
Grade: Drop/Withdrawal
Dec 23, 2025

Rude and odd behavior for an adult. Do yourself a favor and drop.

1.0
5.0
245
Grade: B
Dec 23, 2025

Will say 'I'm not the best artist' then proceeds to spend 10+ minutes drawing out some incoherent scribbles.

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5.0

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5.0

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