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“Professor Van Clay is one of the best instructors I have had in my academic career”
BSC2085 - 5.0 rating“She is a great teacher”
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Reviews (94)
I took her last year and she was funny and she has detailed notes but her test I found to be a bit difficult,,You study all her notes and then get an F on the test. I stuck in there but I still failed. Took it with a diff prof and passed.
She gives detailed note packages, if you study the notes you shouldnt have a problem with the exams
SHE PROVIDES NOTE PACKAGES IN LECTURE & TELLS YOU EXACTLY WHAT YOU NEED TO STUDY FOR THE EXAMS. LAB TESTS ARE NOT AS EASY. YOU HAVE TO TAKE THE TIME TO FAMILIARIZE YOURSELF FOR HER WEEKLY LAB QUIZZES. BEST TIP FOR PASSING HER LAB CLASS IS TO GO TO THE LRC AS MUCH AS POSSIBLE ON YOUR OWN TIME.
Very funny, well prepared teacher. She brings handouts to help you. Teaches very well but her tests are bit hard.
she was well prepare for class and knows what she teaches very well. She also made the class very interesting with her jokes.
Great teacher!!. Very funny and makes the process of learning very interesting. She is always well prepared for class and brings her own notes. Her test are bit hard but if you study her notes you will pass. It is a shame that she is not teaching BSC1086.
She is one of the best college professors ever! She explain everything in a way that will help you understand the material, and she gives jokes in the process (Her jokes are hilarious). Also, once you study the notes she gives u, u should definitely get an A on her test.
Very good teacher. She gives you notes and makes the class very interesting.She is funny and very knowledgable. She could be a litthe more fair and help students who are struggling with test taking to pass the test or give extra credits. I did not pass her class for 1 point. I knew the material but her test are hard. She could help out but since sh
Very good teacher would like to have her for 1086. she is very fair and gives you the notes. Her test are directly from the notes and class lecture. Just listen in class and you'll be fine.
she's better in lecture than she is as a lab teacher don't take her for lab if you want to pass.
i loved her! Very much to the point and gives out lecture notes. She even tells you what she wants you to know for the test. not sure how people fail her class if you study her notes. her tests have no surprises if you study what she says to study. Study and youll get an easy A without having to read between the lines.
D'ont miss this opportunity! sign in for her class BSC1085 you won't regret! She is kind, great entertainer. The tests are clear and easy. Study the notes and you'll get an A for her class.
She has by far been the best teacher I have ever had. She is one of those teachers who makes it fun and interesting. Anatomy is not a fun or easy subject but she makes it so. She knows how to explain things so that you will understand. She is extremely fair with her grading procedure.
Dr. VanClay is extremely fair. You are required to know the material, but she will point out what's not too relevant for you to know. You get typed notes from her, no need to study from the book at all. She gives 5 exams, you can drop the one with the lowest grade. Very nice lady, makes Anatomy (1085) fun! And to top it off, she knows her stuff.
I would with no questions recommend Dr. VanClay. She is an awesome professor! Her tests are based completely on her notes(that she has typed up and outlined for you!!) She teaches clearly with a very funny style. She is clear and very very fair with her grading. If you want to get thrpough BSC1085 w/ a good grade/clear understanding-take her!
SHE IS THE BEST A&P TEACHER,SHE MAKES ANATOMY VERY EASY I GOT A+, UNFORTUNATELY SHE DOESN'T TEACH 1086.I STRONGLY RECOMMEND HER. SHE IS THE BEST.
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Very good Teacher. Teaches in a fashion where u understand the the concept and can retain it.
A&P is not an easy subject, but Van Clay is great at teaching it. Her tests are from notes that she hands out and goes over in class. Five test only and she drops the lowest one for the best final grade. We never opened the book in class, but I used it at home to help me understand the material better. Passed with an A and would take her again.
Dr. Van Clay is an excellent professor. Her lectures are interesting and the handouts are concise. 5 tests lowest score dropped. I enjoyed the class and did well. Thank you Dr. Van Clay.
she is great all u have to do is study her notes
Professor Van Clay is an excellent teacher. Her tests are fair, and she will drop your lowest grade. I wish she was teaching BSC1106
Don't take her for lecture if you want to pass.
Everyone has their own opinion on Van Clay, I however, did not like her teaching style. Not very detailed on a subject that really needs to be taught. She does drop the lowest test grade. I dropped her class. Not happy being that I have taken a&p before at a tech school and have seen how it can be taught.
If passing with C is enough then you can take her. Don't expect A, informations on her handouts are from old style anatomy books and filled lots of unnecessary detailes .She is not giving any extra bonus questions or assignments to improve...
DO NOT TAKE HER!
DO NOT SIGN UP FOR HER CLASS UNLESS A C IS OK FOR YOU!
I took Dr. Van Clay for BSC1085 Lecture. Her tests are hard. It's not an easy A like some posters have said, but it is an easy pass. You really have to study her WHOLE packet not just the things she tells you to highlight. She wants to make sure you understand the material and that's the way she tests you. Lectures are very interesting.
she's the best, very helpful, its an EASY A IF YOU ARE WILLING TO STUDY, DUUUUH PEOPLE!!!!
Doc. Van-C is very cool, and knowledgeable. Her lectures are highly interesting and fun. The medical field is not easy and simple, you have to study n make efforts in order to succeed. Take her if you want to receive a good quality material. Don't be late for class! She is hot =]
I took her class last semester,and i regreted very much.I studied very hard and i still got a C.Her tests are very hard, no help, no extrat credit. She said that, she doesn't believe in extrat credit for nursing courses. That is totally wrong.She is very sarcastic.After the 2nd test half of the class was gone. I am still upset,iam not the only one
This teacher is horrible. Gives you huge packs of notes and just goes over everything. says one thing will be on the test and it's not. You have to study everything in those packets in order to get a good grade. Wish I would have listened to my friends and not taken her. She doesn't believe in extra credit. STAY AWAY UNLESS YOU DON'T HAVE A CHOICE!
Gosh people! You guys seem kinderGn kids.. She is really good. The medical field is not that simple. U need to study. I got an A w her, but i had to study a lot. study hard and learn everything deeply. I wish I could have her as my prof again. If you wanna reallt want 2 learn, u'll learn a lot w her..
this teacher is cool u dont have to buy a book not a good class for people who dont like to study i took the class with some freinds and made a study group and we all got decent grades
I love professor Van Clay she is extremely nice, and knows her stuff. She's funny and her tests are straight from her notes. She gives you awesome packets and basically tells you what you need to know for the test. Highly recommend her.
great professor..highly reccomended.however i had to wihdraw due t failing the lab(if only she teached the lab portion also) but i will be taking her again next semester shes very clear when it comes to what will be on the test and she also has a sense of humor to make learning much more interesting
She make the class interesting,but it's a trick.I would take the exam and feel as if I past with flying colors.WRONG!!! Her test seem easy but they're tricky. BE VERY CAREFUL IF YOU TAKE THIS CLASS. It's not as easy as people make it out to be. I took the lab and got an A.
Do not take her lecture class, because she teaches really FAST.
Ms. Van Clay was awesome! Teaches the material in simple terms so that you can understand everything. I would recommend her any time. She only gives 5 tests throughout the entire term but do not let that scare you. Just study the notes she gives you and you will be fine. She even gives you hints as to what will be on the tests.
I highly recommend Dr. Van Clay, very down to earth and fun!!! She is very helpful, she lets you know what you need to study, I got and "B" and I wish she taught BSC 1086.
this class is hard. i took this class study for the test and failed. very tricky on her test. she does not use books you have to study a big packet of notes. if you dont have a life then you can take this professor.
Not an easy A. I worked really hard for a "C". She goes off track during lectures and talks to much about things that aren't relevant. Tests are really tricky. Good teacher, but not easy like some people have said in previous posts.
This Professor is hard. She does not give extra credit. Her lecture is hard to grasp, because she rushes through it. Her test is tricky.You better study that whole packet she hand out if you want to pass her test.Not a easy A at all. BEWARE!!!!
She is very tricky. I studied my butt off and got a B+. I give it to those who can get an A.
Prof. Van Clay was a great professor! She gave lots of notes but narrowed everything down to what was needed on the test. Of course your going to have to study its ANATOMY, and lots of studying will pull you with a B or and A. The cumulative final is optional if you do well on the other 4 tests. I would recommend her to any student taking anatomy
Shes an amazing professor. She makes you understand everything in simple terms. Trust me people, better to study a packet than 5 chapters at a time! You really learn with her.
Awesome teacher. Study her packets and you'll be fine. Clear explinations. there are 5 tests, including the cumulative final. the final is optional. Only your top 4 grades are averaged into your grade. No extra credit, you really wont need it. TAKE HER!!!
TAKE THIS TEACHER! she is amazing, her teaching skills are clear and understandable. You dont need a book and she gives you notes to study. Her test are etreamly fair and everything on the notes is on the test. This class requires lots of studying. Dont listen to those who say the test are tricky they are just retarded.
Amazing woman! She really wants you to pass. Study her lecture notes, 5 tests, lowest score dropped. Doesn't use the book, understands books are expensive. Explains things repeatedly till you get it. Passed with an A.
Great Teacher.. she's knows her material. She reviews before each test && gives u powerpoint.. no need for the book.. I got a C because i didnt study enough but I kno if I did I would have gotten an A
Professor Van Clay is the BEST. If you study the note packets given and high light key notes this is an easy A. Her test are straight forward. Will definately take her for 1086. I look forward to going to her class.
Don't be fooled by her calm voice. She has changed her policies of lateness. If you are even a minute late; her door will be locked & she won't open for anyone especially on exam day. Good Luck! She can be rude!
She defenitly knows the material, very clear, perfect english speaker. She tells you whats going to be on the tests.Study her packets carefully and you'll be fine. Dont think about being 5 minutes late for her lectures or exams.She is a very, very good professor. I got an A and I'm a second language speaker. Dont listen to the others. Take her.
good teacher. knows subject. there is a lot of information to know. not a easy class. study hard. tests are tricky. good luck
not easy as they say. trust me
She definitely knows the material, very clear and funny. She tells you what?s going to be on the exams. Study her packets carefully and you'll be fine. She is a very, very, good professor. The class is hard, but she will guide you on to passing it.
Prof. Van Clay is very straightforward and funny. She makes the class interesting and fun. However, her tests are hard. You need to study hard to pass.
Dr Van Clay is one of the best Professors at BC. Her lectures are very informative and test exactly what is taught. Don't be late, her door closes at 6:30. Make notes on package and its and easy A. Dont forget we are in college, its not suppose to be easy without you studying. Wish she taught 1086 this semester. PLESAE TAKE HER. She's VERY GOOD.
By far one of the best teachers i have had since i was 15.she explains everythinggggg and uses great examples which you can relate to.her study guides and notes are excellent but study at least 5days before exam.helpful veryyy smart and easy to understand always organized no hw or quizes :)take her even if its fri no regrets trust me its worth it
Professor Van Clay is not easy but you learn ALOT! She by far has been the best teacher i have had for this material. She knows her stuff & gives you great examples to understand everything. She gives you a set of notes for you to study. Her test are very tricky so make sure to study alot! She locks the door at 6:30 on the dot, so don't be late!
She's awesome and fair.
Dr. Van Clay is a great teacher. You have to study hard and go to class. She is very strict on attendance and tardiness. She gives you notes to study so you don't have to buy the book. I got an A.
Professor Van Clay is an amazing teacher! She hands out the outlines for chapters so you don't have to buy the book. She goes over everything that is necessary for the exams. She answers any and all questions. I loved her class, and learned so much.
I am currently taking her class fall 2011. One of the best for a&p. I tried two other teachers during the add/drop period in other semesters and she was a keep. As previous reviews she breaks it down and makes it easy. Study her packet throughly and u will be fine. Dr. Van Clay will have you rolling off your seat. Take her...Highly recommended!!!
BEST PROF EVER... she breaks down the material so that you can relate to it and understand, very funny i wish she was teaching 1086!
Proffessor Van Clay is by far one of the best teachers Bc has!!! Her test are fair and she tells you exactly what to study for! She also prints her own notes out for each chapter and gives them to her students! It was a pleasure to attend her class, she really grasps the attention of her students! You must study daily in order to pass!
She is a awesome professor! she printed the notes for us and tell us exactly what to study for in which will be on the test. We did 4 test and one finals and she drop our lowest grade. Make sure u take the finals it will worth it! I think this was her last semester printing notes however she will be a great help to u, take her!
awesome
If you need a teacher for anatomy....this is your teacher!! Simply the best bc has to offer....I got a B but with a little more effort I could of gotten an A. I wish she was teaching 1086 at the college...Come on BC giver her a couple college classes for 1086!
I took Dr Van Clay in the fall of 2011 and did not pass her class. My fault cause I didnt study hard enough. In Winter 2012 I took the class again and I definitely wanted to be in her class. I passed with a B. She is an awesome professor. Very knowledgable. Strict on attendance but thats all good. Take this professor if you want to pass.
She is a very good teacher, very funny but at the same time very strict. Specially with Attendance. If you're 1 minute late, you're absent. Don't ever be late for a test, you'll have a big 0.Five (5) tests, one will be dropped. I didn't have to take her final exam. She'll tell you want she wants you to know for test.
At the beginning she was helpful and gave notes to help us but then she stopped and class got harder. Your grade is only based on 5 exams (so that means you have to do good) and the exams are not easy. Im good in A&P but she does not help at all!!
DONT WASTE YOUR MONEY ON HER!! NOT WORTH IT!! SHE DOESNT HELP AND MAKES THE TEST HARD! SHE EVEN ADMITS IT. IN MY CLASS SHE SAID "I MADE YOUR TEST HARDER" I STUDIED MY BUTT OFF AND STILL FAILED! ALOT OF PEOPLE IN MY CLASS FAILED! DONT TAKE HER!!
She is very knowledgeable, but very strict when it necessary, there's no extra credits, you never get to see your eams to go over them to see if a mistake was made in grading, she's a mean, cold and unresponsive professor, worst class ever, all you do plz don't take her class
Professor seemed very strict, but once you get to know her she is very nice. Spend some time after class to talk to her. She is very knowledgeable and can be very helpful if you want to learn. You have to ask to review your tests. Study and you will pass.If you stick it out, she gives extra credit for the final. Don't be late for tests.
She is a lot more helpful than other A&P professors. An A isn't going to come easy. You must study. Passing her class w/ an A/B is very possible. She is cool. However, strict on test day. If you are late you will not be allowed to take her test.
Don't get me wrong, Professor Van-Clay is a nice professor. She's funny and loves what she does. Her tests are pretty tough. She gives a powerpoint but I feel like she spends more time telling us what is NOT on the test. There is no test review. She drops the lowest test grade. There is material on the test that wasn't in her lecture! YOU MUST READ
Shes an amazing professor! You must go to class every day and pay attention! she pretty much tells you whats on the exam but YOU MUST STUDY & PAY ATTENTION. I probably studied 5-10 hours for each exam. Make note cards on Studyblue life saver. Difficult but very easy to get an A if you study and go to class. Funny, inspirational, knowledgeable!
BEWARE of this Professor, First things first when she say's that something is going to be on her exam that's not totally true. She goes over the PowerPoint and tell us to read and during each lecture you say Everything that I say HINT HINT HINT is going to be on the exam and when you get the exam it is totally different,she is a horrible professor.
This is Dr Van Clay first time teaching A/P 2 I'm not going to sit here and put her down. however, If you are looking for a Professor that care's for her students then this not the class for you even being a student with special needs she still dont care. I will be taken this class again. she says hint hint things are not on the test.
Stay away stay away her whole class at BC BSC2086 south is failing .She make's students want to ? their major .Waring stay away stay away.
Dr Van Clay is a worthless professor , her test are set up for Med school students .this lady is having a hard time at home and she bring her problems to work and take it out on her class. I wish I would have stayed with my professor Lopez bad timing .Dr Van Clay is the worst professor at the south BC stay far away her class is below a C.
worst professor ever to take pleas stay away. If you care about your GPA
Professor Van Clay is amazing. She is a very good teacher. Her grading is fair and the tests cover the stuff in her lecture notes. She is a nice person and tries to help you get through the class. Highly recommended!
Vanclay is fine, tests are straitforward and her grading is OK. No complaints...
Van Clay is a good lecturer, she gives you copies of the notes and tells you what to study for the test. If you show up and pay attention, you will do fine.
Van Clay is a good teacher. She provides notes that you can add to in class. Her tests come right from those notes.
Professor Van Clay is one of the best instructors I have had in my academic career. BSC 2085 Human Anatomy and Physiology is a challenging class because it covers a vast amount of material. Read your chapters and study. Her tests are fair. She is such a sweet lady with good sense of humor. Don't hesitate to register for her class.
if you want to pass and learn anatomy don't take her.
She is a great teacher. The only way you won't pass is if you miss class or don't print out her notes. Her tests come 100% from her notes. You don't even need the book. Just pay attention to what she says will be important to know for the test and you'll do good in her class. Like any class, don't slack off and you'll be okay.
Professor vanclay is a good professor . All of her tests come from these packets that she gives you with information that she wants you to know . She is very nice and funny . Start off strong in the beginning so you wont have to take her cumulative final.
I definitely disagree with some things. Her tests are based on the notes,however her examples during the lecture is hard to relate to what shes explaining. She is very straight forward. And I also recommend you read the entire packet. In my opinion I would not take her again. I can say that she does drop the lowest grade out of 5 exams
I had this professor for ap environmental science back in high school and she was very difficult. She would teach off of powerpoints all class and the exams would be off of reading the book and she complained a lot whenever people slept or didn't show up for class saying that when they sleep they fail but I didn't sleep and failed her exams a lot.
Very difficult professor.
Class Info
Attendance Mandatory
85%
Textbook Required
88%
Grade Predictor
Your expected effort level
Predicted Grade
C
Grade Distribution
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BSC1085LECTURE
5.0
(1)BSC1105
5.0
(1)BSC1045
5.0
(1)HSC1085
5.0
(1)BSCBSC
5.0
(1)Difficulty by Course
BCS1085
5.0
BCS2085
5.0
BSC108N
4.0
BSCBSC
4.0
BSC1086
3.7