4.7

Esther Muehlbauer

Biology - CUNY Queens College

4.7
Quality
1.7
Difficulty
95%
Would Retake
127
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4.7
Quality
1.7
Difficulty
4.7
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4.7
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95%

Would Retake

127

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She's such a sweet person and very understanding

BIO011 - 5.0 rating

4 papers about 3-4 pages each

BIO13 - 5.0 rating
Class Info

Online Classes

100%

Attendance Mandatory

33%

Textbook Required

58%

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Reviews (127)
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BIO07LAB
Apr 14, 2004

VERY EASY AND VERY CLEAR

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BIO107
Jul 25, 2004

Easy Professor. Will be the reason you get a better grade in Bio 107

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BIO025
Jul 29, 2004

The exams are straight from the notes, she explains the topics very well, answers all questions and is very knowledgeable.

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BIO107
Oct 8, 2004

Excellent quality of teaching. You will learn and earn on exams if you study. Material is straightforward. She is an absolute "doll".

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BIO25
Oct 14, 2004

great teacher. doesn't try to trick you on her tests. very clear, interesting class.

5.0
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BIO107
Dec 11, 2004

She is the best lab instructor ever, if you need to take the class, take it with her because she will help you a lot. SHe is very fair and nice.

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107LAB
Feb 1, 2005

super cool and somewhat easy.

5.0
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BIOLOGY107LAB
Apr 1, 2005

Shes a very good instructor that does her job very well.Her quizzes are very easy and before each one she tells u what will be on it.She prepared us very well for the practical because she told us all the slides that will be on it.If u have the chance take her u would be happy.She's very sweet lady.

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BIO107
Apr 22, 2005

OMG This is like thee greatest professor for Bio, she's so easy and clear with her lectures. Her exams are easy and not tricky, easy grader and her workload is very light. The class might seem boring but she's makes it fun and easy to understand. I highly recommend this professor, she's fantastic

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BIO107LAB
Jul 18, 2005

She is a great lab instructor who helped everybody out with the practical.Has a very nice personality,very friendly,and a little funny at times.Quizzes are very easy and she is very helpful in the lab material.If u have the chance to take this professor I really highly recommend her very much.Once u take her u will be very happy believe me.

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BIO107LAB
May 26, 2006

She's a great lab teacher, very clear and understandable. Her quizzes are straight forward, all from the notes. I recommend her.

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BIOL107
Aug 23, 2006

Had her for lab. Nice lady. When she lectures it does get a bit boring. When doin the labs she will answer all questions you have. Will give you extra time if needed to hand in work. Her tests are fair. Also will take time to review for lecture exams.

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BIO25
Jan 12, 2007

This class is absurdly easy. 3 multiple choice tests with 1 essay each, plus a few 1 page writing assignments and 1 5 page one. A chimp could ace all of them. She's nice, but the class is too dumbed down to learn anything if you took bio in HS. Read the book if you want to learn because it's more advanced than lecture material.

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BIO107
May 16, 2007

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1.0
BIOL011
Jun 10, 2007

Really helpful, easy class. Take her if you need a BIO LASAR fulfilled.

5.0
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BIO11
Aug 11, 2007

She is the best Bio prof. ever and very caring. She gives three test and has Powerpoint, and she prints them for you too.

4.0
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BIO011
Dec 25, 2007

Although she isn't too entertaining, she is kind and willing to help. Her exams are fair enough. I hardly stayed for the lectures because she prints out the power points, which really gave us more freedom when it came to choosing how we wanted to learn the material.

5.0
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BIOL011
Jan 6, 2008

i was nervous about taking biology with a lab, however my experience was a wonderful one with this professor. got a B+ in the class, and the material is very straight up. 3 tests noncumulative, and lab is worth 40%.

5.0
2.0
BIO11
Jun 27, 2008

I took this class during summer session 1-the hours were pretty brutal but overall easy easy A if you study just a little bit. Lecture=3 tests in which you gives out a review sheet. Lab= attendance is mandatory,2 exams, 2 quizzes, 2 lab book gradings. Def take this prof if your looking for an easy A in Bio

3.0
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BIO011
Jun 29, 2008

TOOK THIS COURSE OVER THE SUMMER. HOURS WERE CRAZZY AND ALOT OF INFO TO LEARN. 3 EXAMS, SHE PROVIDES REVIEW SHEET AND GIVES LECUTRE NOTES, LAB IS MANDATORY AND U USE THE BOOK, BOOK U SHLD BUY EVENTHOUGH SHE GIVES THE SHEETS FOR LECTURE BC THERE WILL BE STUFF ON TEST NOT ON SLIDES SO ITS BEST U ALSO READ IT TOO JUST TO BE ON THE SAFE SIDE .NICE PROF

4.0
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BIO011
Aug 26, 2008

Lecture part of Bio011. What a wonderful woman - hands out power points, gives review sheets for tests, & tests are all multiple choice & straightforward. Really easy class. She's very understanding as well - I had a death in the family around midterms & she did everything she could to help me out. Would most definitely reccommend her.

5.0
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BIO11
Dec 18, 2008

she is amazing. easy easy class. people only go to pick up her powerpoint slides, which are really helpful. her lectures are interesting. i love her wild hair. take her!

4.0
2.0
BIO011
Jan 2, 2009

This class was boring. She gives out power point notes which are helpful when taking her exams. It seems she does not care if you stay for her lecture or sleep through it anyway.

5.0
1.0
BIO11
Jan 4, 2009

This teacher is trutly amazing. she is the nicest professor i ever came across and this is how professors should be. She really cares about students and will help them in ANY way she can! i Highly reccomend her!!!! She gives you everything you need to know, prints out slides for you and gives you a review sheet. Take her shes wonderful

5.0
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BIO11
Jan 12, 2009

I have nothing more to say than amazing. This professor is the nicest, most knowledgeable, reasonable and helpful science professor I have ever had. I wished she taught every course. The exams are simple and straight forward. She will give you a review and is always available. Highly recommended if you want to learn and do well. Nothing negative.

5.0
2.0
BIO025
Jan 26, 2009

She is fantastic! The lectures are long, but very informative and interesting. She is straight forward about what will be on the tests, which are multiple choice. I am very happy I took the class!

5.0
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BIO25
Feb 5, 2009

Dr. Muehlbauer is a excellent. She speaks so clearly she should be a news reporter! She is very friendly and open to asking questions. If you try hard and take good notes you should do well in this class.

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BIO11
Jun 24, 2009

She is the best!,This fulfills LASER requirement,take this class with her...I took her over the summer, though the hours are rough, its super easier, her exams are STRAIGHT forward,and DO NOT BUY THE TEXT BOOK!, She prints out all the power point slides for you and all answers are in the slides. Take Yzeiraj for lab She's AWESOME

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BIO11
Jan 27, 2010

If you need to take a science course take this professor. There are 3 exams and the questions are straight-forward. Do not buy the book. She gives handouts of the powerpoints which is what you need to study for the exams.

5.0
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BIO025
Mar 11, 2010

This is the best bio teacher at queens college hands down. I WISH she taught more classes! SHE is the best, I dont even have to explain my self!

5.0
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BIO025
Mar 11, 2010

This is the best bio teacher in queens college hands down! she is the ideal teacher!! i wish she taught more bio classes!!

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BIO011
Apr 19, 2010

This professor is great. she even brings you the powerpoints and hands them out. even if u missed class she gives them to u. Her tests are right off the powerpoints. she teaches well, and presents the material clearly. all u have to do is memorize!

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BIO011
Apr 26, 2010

She is awesome!!so theres only 2 exams and then the final..she is so nice ,speaks clear and the test are straight from the powerpoint which she provides.I wish she taught more bio caz i would MOST DEF. take her again. THE BESTT!!!!take her u wont regret

5.0
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BIOL011
Jun 2, 2010

Nice lady, class is very straightforward, no surprises. Just get ready to pass out, especially if you take her Fri. night like I did. Robotic lecture with no class participation.

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BIO025
Jun 22, 2010

She is a great prof! and a very charming woman who knows her stuff.I took her Bio Evolution class over the summer and it was very straightforward.If you copy her notes then you do not need to buy the textbook.She gave us 3 exams...each had 25mult.choice and an essay. We also had to write 2 journals from reading Origin of Species-I learned a lot!

5.0
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BIO025
Jun 24, 2010

Definetly reccommend! Her lectures are clear, and if you take good notes you'll ace her tests. I would take her again.

4.0
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BIO011
Jun 30, 2010

good teacher. You don't need the TB, everything is from the slides. However, if you have the money to get a hold of the TB, i can be really helpful especially if youre one of those people who insist on getting an A. a lot of her examples were taken from the TB.

5.0
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BIOL011
Jul 8, 2010

Great choice for non science majors.3 non cumulative MC tests, straight off the review sheet, and the material comes from the notes she give out. Lectures dry but clear, and if you talk to her she is so nice. The lab is annoying though-worth 40% of grade so make sure to attend and do well there too..I liked the lecture part better than lab part.

5.0
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BIO011
Dec 19, 2010

Easy class. The class average was like the lower 80's, but that is because half the class leaves right after they sign the attendance sheet. She gives a pretty good review sheet, but I think its best to understand everything because some stuff not from the review sheet is there. Not hard at all if you study. Easy A if you study a little!

4.0
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BIO11
Feb 9, 2011

Easy class, gives GREAT reviews which help alot for all tests. Study her reviews and there isnt a reason why you would fail.. Definetley recommend taking it with her.

4.0
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BIO011
May 8, 2011

Really Easy Class. Obviously you have to study but the tests are spit back, not tricky at all. The review sheet she gives out is literally what will be on the test. The lab is annoying but if you have an easy lab teacher its an easy A!

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BIO23
Jul 5, 2011

Her class is very relaxed, yet you you actually learn a lot. She gives you reviews which are basically the exam, you just have to put in your part and go over the review. Very nice lady and always willing to help. Def. would recommend anyone to take her if you can.

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BIO011
Aug 24, 2011

Class is a lecture doesn't really stop to answer questions. Slides are handed out each class. Fairly easy to do well. Multiple choice tests with review sheets handed out prior. Took it for a requirement so I had little interest and still got an A-.

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BIO11
Dec 22, 2011

She is a great professor who's truly willing to help students. She gives hand out and review sheet, book is unnecessary. An easy A if you have a good lab instructor.

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EVOLUTIO
Sep 8, 2012

She's such a sweet lady! She's very open minded. Never criticized a student on their ideas. She was actually very interesting.

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BIOL025
Dec 11, 2012

Professor Muehlbauer continually loses track of what she was just saying, and these frequent pauses and interruptions make the class difficult and unpleasant to follow. I cannot stress enough how irritating it is to keep hearing "um" and "uh" over and over and over again. On the positive side, the material presented in the course is great!

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BIO11
Dec 30, 2012

SHE'S THE BEST WHAT MORE CAN I SAY...JUST READ THE POWERPOINTS AND ANSWER THE REVIEW QUESTIONS ON HER STUDY SHEET! IT'S IMPORTANT TO READ THE POWERPOINTS FIRST...SHES THE BEST. I HOPE SHE TAUGHT EVERY SUBJECT!!!!!!!!!!

3.0
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0111
Feb 3, 2013

simple lecture course take it, read slides, she complains about talking and walking out of class after signing attendance lol

5.0
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BIO011
Jun 13, 2013

clear as day! personally I find the class very interesting. Highly recommend, especially if you are any type of science major. I am still in the class now and am very happy. Will definitely look for her in my other Bio classes.

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BIO11
Nov 26, 2013

Amazing class!! Lectures are crystal clear and posted on blackboard. She also gives a review sheet before each exam and the test is 50 M.C but very thing if you know the review sheet. Overall, an easy A without too much effort required. Highly recommended. Easily the best class to take to fulfill the lab requirement.

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MNSCI
Dec 11, 2013

She is a very good proffessor who grades fairly easily and is very good at helping you understand the material. she also is pretty good looking and is kind and helpful to all students! Take her. there is no better science professor in queens college.

5.0
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BIO11
Jan 4, 2014

Not much to say. She knows her stuff, that's for sure, but she just lectures so it's boring. I'd recommend her because she's easy though, so take her.

4.0
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MNSCI
Grade: C+
Jan 26, 2014

she is a very nice person who tries her hardest to help you. her work is easy and if you dont understand then she will help you. she is not always clear when she speaks and says "um" to often but she will repeat information if you need her to. try a little bit and you will do very well!

5.0
3.0
BIO11
Jun 21, 2014

Reads off the slides. Tests are based 100% on the slides. Don't buy the book.

4.0
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BIOL11
Grade: A+
Oct 26, 2014

Lectures are a bit monotone and come straight from her slides, which are posted on BB. You really don't even need to show up to class to do well, just study the slides. There were 3 exams throughout the semester, all were multiple choice. Not a difficult class at all.

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11
Nov 13, 2014

Shes a good professor but you really dont need to go to class. get someone to sign in your name, study exactly what it says on the review sheet and easy A, although lab is a big part of your grade so if u have a bad lab prof you're sorta screwed. but shes super nice and tests are straightforward no textbook!

5.0
1.0
BIO11
Grade: A-
Nov 18, 2014

Such an easy professor! Don't even need to go to class. Don't bother getting the textbook because the test questions are straight from the slides that she posts on blackboard. Just study that and you'll get an easy A!

3.0
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BIO11
Dec 11, 2014

Lets say she's a good professor but I literally had to ask my sister who's a pro in Biology for help because her lecture slides were so confusing. I also wish if the Department would allow students to get their tests back to know which questions you get wrong or right.

5.0
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BIO011
Grade: A+
Jan 8, 2015

Great professor, and easy. If you understand the review topics, you should be fine. I would not get the textbook though since you won't need it. Everything you need to know is on the slides. Would definitely take this if you need a Lab Science (LPS) credit. By the end of the class, I actually liked Bio.

5.0
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CAMPOUS
Grade: A
May 14, 2015

She's a great professor must take A+ definitely.....

5.0
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BIO11
Jun 23, 2015

Very nice, and understanding, gives review sheet for midterm and final, test is EXACTLY the same. easy grader.

4.0
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BIO11
Grade: A-
Dec 4, 2015

Super kind woman. This class is very straight forward, she gives study guides that reflect exactly what will be on the test. She tends to read off the slides a lot, and does post the powerpoints on BB, so attendance is not mandatory. The textbook isn't necessary either, study the slides well, and you'll get an A.

5.0
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BIO13
Dec 31, 2015

She's very nice and gives you every opportunity to do well in the class. 4 papers about 3-4 pages each. Interesting topics. No exams. Strongly recommend.

5.0
1.0
BIO13
Grade: A+
Jan 6, 2016

Bio 13- Writing in the Sciences- was a great course to fulfill the EC2 requirement! Even if the topic of evolution doesn't thrill you, you'll be glad you learned it with Professor Muehlbauer. She assigns 4 papers throughout the semester with guidelines of what to write, but you can choose the topics. She is a very fair grader!

5.0
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BIO011
Grade: B+
Mar 2, 2016

She's such a sweet person and very understanding. I did not attend the lectures that much, only showed up on days of review and exams and still passed with a B+. tests are pretty straight forward

4.0
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BIO11
Jun 7, 2016
Would take again

She's a bit of a bore, all her lectures are on blackboard and you can just have someone sign you in for class. three test all together, study her study guide and you will pass

4.0
3.0
BIO011
Nov 21, 2016
Wouldn't take again

She's a fair grader and overall it's a good class. Read the slides and you will pass.

Respected
Clear grading criteria
TEST HEAVY
5.0
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BIO011
Dec 21, 2016
Would take again

TAKE HER!! She is the best. Super easy. Attendance not madatory. For exams she gives us a review. The exam can be found on study blue and the slides she provides. She is chill and nice. Easy a if you study for your exams. The labs are a review of hs bio its simple as long as you look it over. Im not a bio expert, and it takes me 3-2 day to study.

Respected
ACCESSIBLE OUTSIDE CLASS
Clear grading criteria
5.0
1.0
BIO011
Grade: A+
Apr 5, 2017
Would take again

She gives a review for every test, the questions are all in the order of her review questions. She also posts slides to help you study. Take a week or two ahead to study and youll be fine

5.0
2.0
BIO011
Grade: A
May 25, 2017
Would take again

She is a good professor, fair grader. I took Bio11(lab science) and Bio13(English composition 2) with her, both got A. The exams are straightforward, MC, similar or same with the review sheet. Just read the slices, and review the study guide for exam. You will be good.

5.0
2.0
BIO011
Grade: A+
Jul 31, 2017
Would take again

3 non cumulative tests (50 multiple choice) that come straight from her slides which she posts on blackboard. Lecture counts for 60% and lab 40% so lab professor could make your grade but she ends up weighing lab less or more depending on how you do (she wants you to do well)!

4.0
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BIO13
Oct 30, 2017
Would take again

possibly the most boring class i have ever taken especially because it is 3 hours straight and lectures are irrelevant to the papers you need to write. Either way, she is super chill and you don't need to work too hard to get an A. She gives 4 papers and she grades them after looking at your first and second draft so it impossible not to do well.

4.0
2.0
BIO11
Dec 25, 2017
Would take again

Not a difficult course, just need to know your stuff from high school bio. Consist of only three tests, all multiple choice and non cumulative. Don't buy the textbook, you don't even need it. Her review sheets are identical to the test. Her lectures can be a bit boring but they go by fast. Overall, if you want an easy A, take her.

Tests? Not many
Clear grading criteria
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BIOL13
Grade: A
Jan 18, 2018
Would take again

I took her for my winter course. Since winter course lasts only three weeks I didn't want to take any difficult professor. For this class, I only had to write three essays and do some class participation to get an essay A. She will give you multiple chances to boost your grades if you're not happy.

Gives good feedback
Participation matters
Clear grading criteria
5.0
1.0
BIO11
Grade: A
Feb 6, 2018
Would take again

The best class, such a nice lady.. I never really went to class all of the power point were online as long as study those you pass the test. She gives you the topics that you need to study. The class is an easy A everyone should take it.

Respected
Clear grading criteria
EXTRA CREDIT
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BIO11
Grade: B+
Jul 6, 2018
Would take again

I took her for a summer class. The lecture is 3 exams and Lab is online quizzes, essay(summary), lab manual, and test). You need the plato book for online access and lab manual but not the textbook . She curves the grade up.. I recommened taking her , if you study from her study sheets and go to lab you will do great.

Clear grading criteria
Caring
LECTURE HEAVY
2.0
5.0
BIO011
Nov 9, 2018
Wouldn't take again

If youre a bio kind of person then its fine, this class is the equivalent to AP Bio in high school. For a student who just wants this class for the credit dont do it. Take Enviornmental Science 99 or 100 instead.

5.0
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BIO11
Grade: A
Dec 19, 2018
Would take again

She is a great person but a little bit a boring lecture it is a huge class. Take her for easy A.

5.0
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BIOL13
Grade: A
Dec 21, 2018
Would take again

Participation is 20% so make sure you show up. Grading is very clear, 4 papers for 20% each and participation for the rest. I hate writing, but she gives you a lot of creative freedom with papers so it is a bit fun. She gives you chances to revise for a better grade except on the final paper. Page requirement not enforced, quality >quantity

Gives good feedback
Skip class? You won't pass.
Clear grading criteria
5.0
2.0
BIO11
Grade: A
Dec 28, 2018
Would take again

Professor Muehlbauer is a great Professor. Three 50 multiple choice questions exams and she literally tells you the topic each question will pertain to. She recommends u read the textbook, but the slides r definitely enough to get an A. Even offers extra credit! Easy class with an amazing professor. Pick Professor Castillo for lab too if available!

Get ready to read
Clear grading criteria
Caring
5.0
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BIOL013
Grade: A+
Feb 8, 2019
Would take again

I do not regret taking this course over the winter. She is very sweet and passionate about what she teaches. Although attendance isn't mandatory, show up so you can participate. The 3 essays are not long (3-4 pages) and they're fairly creative. She is an easy grader. Definitely take for an A!

Participation matters
Clear grading criteria
Caring
5.0
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BIO13
Grade: A
Feb 13, 2019
Would take again

She is one of the best professors, she is very clear in what she is expecting from you, gives really good feedback and she is always willing to help if there is something you don't understand, I will definitely take her again

Gives good feedback
Clear grading criteria
Caring
5.0
2.0
BIO011
Grade: A
Dec 28, 2019
Would take again

She's really nice. The class is a bit involved but it's all easy work. I went to all lab classes, but stopped going to lecture midway semester bc it wasn't necessary, she uploads all the PPs and no need for a textbook. Three tests -50 mult choice, you can study online and the powerpoints and you'd easily pass. She gives easy xtra credit too!

Clear grading criteria
EXTRA CREDIT
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BIO13
Grade: A+
Jan 24, 2020
Would take again

I took Professor Muehlbauer's Bio 13 - Writing in the Sciences for EC2 credit during the winter session. Such a great and kind professor. The class requires 3 writing assignments on evolutionary topics and discusses how to write for professional and instructional materials. The topics are varied and allow students to pick truly interesting topics.

Gives good feedback
5.0
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BIO013
May 14, 2020
Would take again

Best EC2 class you'll ever take. The class only meets once a week. You only have four essays for the entire semester.

Gives good feedback
Respected
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BIOL11
May 26, 2020
Would take again

I took Dr. Muehlbauer for Bio 11 & Bio 13 in the same semester. Both classes were made to help students pass and do well. Show up, do the assignments, and use her reviews and you will do great. Overall very nice, helpful, and accessible outside of class. I would highly recommend her!

Accessible outside class
Clear grading criteria
Caring
5.0
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BIOL13
Grade: A
May 27, 2020
Would take again

Amazing professor! Grade is only based on the four essay assignments given. Each one is a different format of writing so it can be a little difficult to pinpoint exactly what she wants you to write, but she's very good about grading essay drafts and will let you know exactly what she wants you to change to get an A. Definitely recommend!!!

Gives good feedback
Graded by few things
5.0
1.0
BIO011
Nov 11, 2020
Would take again

take her!!!! she is so nice and grades easily. study for her exams and you will pass. I loved her so much I'm even taking her for another class! would highly recommend her.

Gives good feedback
5.0
1.0
BIO011
Grade: A
Feb 13, 2021
Would take again

Please please please take her, she is really the best professor. she is such an easy grader, a fast responder and she really cares for her students, I would really recommend!!!!

Accessible outside class
Caring
EXTRA CREDIT
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BIOL11
Grade: Not sure yet
Apr 14, 2021
Would take again

Class is asynchronous so you basically just read the textbook on your own. The test was super simple. I barely read and got an A, she is a really easy grader. Super sweet as well and always willing to help. Did make us pay $50 for a book she wrote, and we needed to buy it to access the online quizzes.

Get ready to read
Graded by few things
4.0
2.0
BIOL11
Grade: A+
May 29, 2021
Would take again

Asynchronous class, final grade is a combination of the lecture midterm & final, along with labs, lab quizzes, midterm, final, & a paper. The lecture midterm & final is easy, you get to choose a few essay questions to answer & you can use your notes. Extra credit for attending a zoom with a guest speaker. Decent amount of work, easy A.

Lots of homework
Clear grading criteria
EXTRA CREDIT
5.0
2.0
BIO13
Jun 4, 2021
Would take again

Professor Muehlbauer is very nice. The class was three papers and two homework writings. Youre graded based on your draft and final draft. Shes a very fair and easy grader and gives you feedback. Very simple and enjoyable class.

Gives good feedback
Caring
5.0
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BIO11
Grade: A
Nov 16, 2021
Would take again

Exams were two paragraphs. Lectures were very long but good reads. Textbook is very beneficial to passing.

Gives good feedback
Get ready to read
Clear grading criteria
5.0
1.0
BIOL11
Grade: A+
Dec 27, 2021
Would take again

Midterm and Final were mini 2-paragraph essays. She gives you the lecture slides but also put detailed notes about the lecture contents on the blackboard. I only read her weekly backboard announcements. This was the easiest class in college so far, and she's also a really nice person. It's gonna be hard to not do amazing in Bio 11 with her!

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5.0
2.0
BIO11
Grade: A+
Dec 30, 2021
Would take again

Didn't have much trouble in this class. She would post her slides and her essay questions would be based on that and her book which you will have to purchase lol. The hard part is just grabbing the notes for you to use in your responses.

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5.0
2.0
BIO011
Grade: A+
Jan 20, 2022
Would take again

I had Prof Muehlbauer for my asynch bio class. Definitely this easiest class I have taken so far. Since it was asynch there were no meetings, and we did the work ourselves. By work I mean 2 easy exams that were based on the slides. 1 easy essay. If you see the class is asynch take it! So easy to pass without even trying!

Gives good feedback
Respected
5.0
1.0
BIO13
Grade: A+
Jan 25, 2022
Would take again

Shes amazing! I took her for the winter so there were 3 easy essays only. She gives great feedback. She also answers her emails very quickly. You can really see that she cares for her student and wants them to succeed. She gave an extra credit assignment at the end. Shes the best professor I have ever taken in this school by far. No one can top

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5.0
1.0
BIO11
Grade: A+
Mar 25, 2022
Would take again

Professor Muehlbauer is the best Professor! Easy A

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Caring
5.0
1.0
BIO011
Grade: A
May 25, 2022
Would take again

She was super nice and helpful also a generous grader.

Clear grading criteria
Gives good feedback
5.0
1.0
BIO11
Grade: A+
Sep 4, 2022
Would take again

Asycnh for bio 11 lec. Notes sent every week. 2-3 tests, short answer questions. very very easy and simple def take for creds.

5.0
1.0
BIO013
Grade: A+
Dec 26, 2022
Would take again

There were 3 essays and someone else said 3 reflections but I only remember 2 (maybe I missed one, lol). She took attendance but I only showed up for about 3 classes and my grade was not harmed, she cares more about doing the assigned homework. Readings are all accessible online, some are tough to get through but there aren't too many. Easy A.

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5.0
2.0
BIO013
Grade: A
Dec 26, 2022
Would take again

3 papers, 2ish reading responses and thats it. Assignments are spread out enough so you're not overwhelmed. Honestly an easy A if you just get the essays done. Lectures are kind of boring at times but whats new. Classes are mainly her talking the whole time or playing videos. A lot of people dropped the class but it's a super easy A.

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5.0
1.0
BIO011
Grade: A+
Dec 27, 2022
Would take again

She does take attendance, but I don't think it impact your grade ( I barely showed up lol). Exams were online, 3 shorts essay questions. that's it. You do however, need to purchase her book to do the quizzes. In conclusion an easy A if you put an ounce of effort

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Respected
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5.0
1.0
BIO11
Grade: A-
Jan 4, 2023
Would take again

Easy class, 60% for lecture and 40% for labs. Clear grading criteria.

Clear grading criteria
Inspirational
Caring
5.0
1.0
BIO011
Grade: A
Jan 24, 2023
Would take again

Very respectful of your time

Clear grading criteria
Caring
5.0
2.0
BIO11
Grade: A+
Mar 20, 2023
Would take again

lectures are simple enough, tests are online and open book, answers to quizzes are on quizlet, she takes attendance but you can just have someone sign in for you so not really that mandatory, all in all it's a pretty chill class

5.0
2.0
BIO13
Grade: A+
May 27, 2023
Would take again

AMAZING! She's so nice and cares about what she teaches. 3 essays plus 3 reflections. All readings are free and posted on blackboard. Class meets once a week. She likes when people participate and read in class. She gives feedback on essays before you submit them for a final grade. Super supportive professor and follows her syllabus well.

Amazing lectures
Gives good feedback
Caring
5.0
1.0
BIO11
Grade: A+
May 28, 2023
Would take again

Very simple and straight forward class. Lecture was 60% of your full grade (40% for lab) and you are only graded on 2 online tests. She is very flexible with tests. 100% take her.

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5.0
1.0
BIO11
Grade: A+
May 31, 2023
Would take again

Highly recommend this professor 5/5 rating for a reason! There was only two written tests (midterm and final), you answer 3 of the 6 questions given. You have to buy her textbook for the lab quizzes but they were really easy and all the answers were online. Attendance is not mandatory, she posts all of her PowerPoints online and gives extra credit.

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5.0
2.0
BIOL13
Grade: A+
May 31, 2023
Would take again

I took Prof. Muehlbauer for both Bio11 and Bio13 this semester and got A+ in both of her classes. Bio13 is really simple, 2 reflections, 3 essays with 1 extra credit reflection posts. She likes when people participates in her class to read the articles. Really easy grader, she is willing to give feedback for the essays so you can get a A+

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5.0
1.0
BIO13
Grade: A+
May 31, 2023
Would take again

Super chill class, only had to write 3 papers [she only grades the final draft] and 2 reflections. Lectures were super boring and kind of useless but she does mark participation. Def recommend as it's so easy

Participation matters
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4.0
2.0
BIOL13
Grade: A-
Jun 3, 2023
Would take again

This straightforward course consists of three papers and two reflections. The professor is very nice and will give feedback on drafts to improve when giving the final paper. She is an easy grader and encourages people to participate.

5.0
1.0
BIO11
Grade: A+
Jul 12, 2023
Would take again

This professor was so easy. Attendance isn't required. Lectures can be a bit boring as they are very heavy with information. Tests are take home, and the answers are all on the slides which she posts to Blackboard. It's impossible to not pass this class with a good grade, as long as you do well in Lab. She is also very sweet and caring.

Clear grading criteria
Caring
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5.0
1.0
BIO011
Grade: A+
Nov 16, 2023
Would take again

dr. muehlbauer is a breath of fresh air in academia. kind, caring, and humble. wants students to do well, covers material thoroughly. even over summer semester, easy to do well if you pay attention and complete assignments. take!

Clear grading criteria
Caring
Lecture heavy
5.0
1.0
BIO011
Grade: A+
Jan 12, 2024
Would take again

Your grade for lec is based on two exams. That saying you should not worry. They are online and you are allowed to reference her slides to help you answer the questions given. Professor Muehlbauer is very nice and caring. She genuinely cares for her students and wants to make sure everyone passes. Her slides are very well informed. Take her!!!

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Test heavy
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2.0
3.0
BIO011
Grade: Not sure yet
Mar 20, 2024

there's no point in showing up to class. her lectures are monotone and boring. she just reads off the slides. She posts the slides on BB anyways. Her tests are just 3 short essay questions to submit online. Overall I found this class pointless to take because the professor is not engaging and seams lazy.

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5.0
3.0
BIO013
Grade: Rather not say
May 23, 2024
Would take again

I took her BIOL 13 class this spring and it was great! Professor Muehlbauer was clear from day 1 about the assignments and grading rubric. Participation matters! And don't put off the readings! She's very kind and helpful.

Participation matters
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1.0
11
Grade: A
Jun 3, 2024
Would take again

She's very sweet. You're graded on very few things. Attendance isn't mandatory but make sure to follow along the unit. She posts class notes so you're able to listen & learn through the lecture and study later (which is also great if you miss a class). There guest speakers/panels with biology related professionals.

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4.0
1.0
BIO011
Grade: Not sure yet
Oct 30, 2024
Would take again

Light work! Just do the midterm, final, and paper and you'll be fine :) Attendance wasn't mandatory but it did count as extra credit so a lot of the time, people would sign in and leave.

Gives good feedback
Caring
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5.0
1.0
BIO013
Grade: A
Dec 11, 2024
Would take again

TAKE HER!!! she is the sweetest professor ever, and there are only 3 major writing assignments that she grades which are fairly easy because she explains the topic very well. NO exams, just 3 major essays and other short writing assignment. She is the best professor to take, very nice and caring. would 10000000% recommend.

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5.0
1.0
BIO011
Grade: A
Dec 19, 2024
Would take again

Prof. Muehlbauer is a kind and caring instructor who genuinely wants students to succeed. While attendance is mandatory, the class is pretty easy with online exams and an informative textbook. I found unstuck study to be a helpful study tool alongside the provided resources.

5.0
1.0
BIOL13
Grade: A
Jan 28, 2025
Would take again

She is the most respectful and sweet professor. It's genuinely hard to find such a nice professor as her at QC. The grading criteria was very simple with only a couple papers and around 2 reflections. She grades very diligently and not harshly at all. Take her she's the best!

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5.0
2.0
BIOL013
Grade: A+
May 28, 2025
Would take again

One of the most kindest and sweetest professors I met, I would definitely recommend her. She has three essays(drafts you email and she revises telling what to change) and 2 reflection reading assignments based on readings which aren't too long depending on the text. Gives an extra credit reflection assignment to boost grade. Not a hard class.

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5.0
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BIO11
Grade: A+
Jul 1, 2025
Would take again

Absolutely loved her. She was so sweet and caring. Very accessible outside of class. Took her for summer and while attendance was not mandatory, she promised to pick your higher grade if you were present. No homework and exams were at home essays. Lectures for summer are 2 hours and 40 minutes, we meet 4x a week.

Inspirational
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Lecture heavy
5.0
3.0
BIO011
Dec 3, 2025
Would take again

All slides covered in lectures are provided online on Brightspace as well. Generally not a difficult class, most of the grade is based on the midterm and final, with some of it also coming from the lab portion. Doesn't give homework or require attendance.

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Amazing lectures
Caring
5.0
1.0
BIO013
Grade: A+
Dec 28, 2025
Would take again

Three essays that are easy, very chill teacher, interesting class. She likes participation and sometimes it is mandatory but she makes everyone say something, so it is not bad. Very clear assignments and grading criteria.

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5.0
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BIO013
Grade: A+
Dec 29, 2025
Would take again

3 Essays which are all very fun to work on (especially the last one). She is amazing and very passionate about the material. Not controversial. Flexible. You want a good teacher? take her class. The only thing is that you'll have to participate during every class after the silent reading. But in the end it just boosts your participation grade.

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