3.7

Fariba Ansari

Physics - El Paso Community College

3.7
Quality
3.2
Difficulty
69%
Would Retake
108
Reviews
3.7
Quality
3.2
Difficulty
3.7
Helpful
3.6
Clarity

69%

Would Retake

108

Reviews

Rating Distribution
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5

61

4

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What Students Say

Ansari is a wonderful professor

PHYS1315 - 4.0 rating

I could not believe how unprepared our class was for an intro Physics class

PHY1401 - 4.0 rating
Class Info

Online Classes

100%

Attendance Mandatory

45%

Textbook Required

36%

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Based on 64 grades
Most common grades:
A (26)
A+ (18)
Drop/Withdrawal (6)
Grade Distribution
A(44)B(7)C(1)D(7)F(3)A-/B+(8)
Based on 75 reported grades
A: 26
A+: 18
Drop/Withdrawal: 6
B+: 5
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Caring (23)
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EXTRA CREDIT (18)
Accessible outside class (17)
Gives good feedback (15)
Respected (13)
Clear grading criteria (13)
Tough grader (12)
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Reviews (108)
2.0
5.0
PHYSI1415
Sep 24, 2008

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5.0
2.0
PHYSI1415
Nov 21, 2009

THIS TEACHER IS A REALLY GOOD TEACHER U ACTUALLY LEARN SOMETHING THE ONLY THING I DID NOT LIKE WAS THAT SHE WILL MAKE YOU STAY ALL CLASS PERIOD WITHOUT LETTING U OUT EARLY. DONT GET HER MAD BECAUSE SHE WILL GET ON UR BAD SIDE OTHER THAN THAT EASY A

4.0
3.0
PHYSFIR
Nov 28, 2009

She is very good, you really learn in her class. The only bad thing is her attitude.

1.0
4.0
PHY1401
Dec 6, 2009

Horrible teacher!!! Would not recommend does not speak great english and does not explain well. if you do not understand she embarrasses you in front of class. Look for another professor if you need a physics course!!!

4.0
3.0
PHYS1403
Jan 9, 2012

Excellent professor! She is tough, and is on your ass but she knows her stuff. I would recommend taking a precal and trig course prior to taking this class because you will use math a lot.

2.0
5.0
PHYS1401
Oct 15, 2012

Worst teacher ever. She is not good at explaining at all, never writes the entire problem on the board and never works out the entire problem on the board, she only writes the answer and the formula you have to use. Also she constantly disappears from the class and comes back 15 to 20 minutes after. Take Ms. Bruce she is an amazing teacher.

1.0
5.0
PHYSICS2401
May 3, 2013

Cant understand her english. Does not help you understand the problems. All she did was write down formulas and show you how to break them down but never showed how to use them and when to use them.

1.0
5.0
PHYS1324
Grade: Drop/Withdrawal
Aug 20, 2013

EXTREMELY RUDE to students who ask questions or do not understand the material. Leaves the class for 20 mins but will get mad at you If you leave for 2! When you ask a question she will embarrass you in front of the entire class and yell at you. Rudest teacher I've ever had. I DO NOT recommend her!

1.0
4.0
PHY1415
Nov 7, 2013

By far the rudest professor I have ever taken. She is not very good at speaking or writing English, so it makes it hard to understand her test (which is important to your grade). She leaves for long periods of time to chat or catch up on work, which I find unprofessional because that is your time with her. She yells and embarrasses you in class.

1.0
5.0
PHYS1315
Apr 21, 2014

Horrible teacher!! The worst teacher for physics, she is really rude when you ask her something...

4.0
5.0
PHYS1415
Apr 24, 2014

Dr. Ansari is an awesome teacher. Physics itself is a tough subject, so don't expect to go in without working your tail off. Dr. Ansari spent A LOT of time with me. She is willing to work for the students to help them understand and get physics. She is brilliant and passionate about her subject, perhaps that is why people take her to be rude.

5.0
4.0
PHYSICS1401
Grade: A
May 14, 2014

I took physics with Mrs. Ansari, and she made things easy for us to understand, so we wouldn’t be like, “Oh my God, this is physics!” She’d draw us as little stick figures, and make all the questions about us: “If Evin was driving a car and he hit a wall, how much force …?” She inspired, encouraged and challenged me. I am thankful I had her.

5.0
1.0
PHYSICS1415
Jun 27, 2014

Dr. Ansari is an excellent teacher she really helped me to try my best and encourage me to not give up and continue with my career I am so thankful to have a teacher like her. I do recommend her she is the best teacher for physics.

5.0
3.0
PHYS1401
Aug 1, 2014

Very great instructor, very difficult course. I do not recommend for summer. She's tough, but more than worth it. Go in with humility and a thick skin. If you allow her, she will work with you. Her final is comprehensive, and she does everything to make sure you know the material. She never puts bogus questions on her test that she did not go over.

5.0
1.0
PHYS1301
Nov 14, 2015

She was great at explanations and worked all the problems all the way through with us. GREAT PROFESSOR!!

5.0
1.0
PHYS1301
Nov 14, 2015

amazing professor, always there to help. She gives many examples to work off of. Explains lecture in detail and makes sure we all understand before moving on.

5.0
1.0
PHYS1301
Nov 15, 2015

She explained everything very well in the chapter, and her way of teaching made it easy to understand. She gave details and examples to make sure I understand all of it. She helped me with my homework and I was easily able to complete it. Everything I did on the homework made perfect sense. She's a great teacher and knows how to work with students.

5.0
3.0
PHYS1401
Dec 1, 2015

I enjoyed being a student in Dr. Ansari's class. She is very knowledgeable and teaches the class very well. Ask her for help/advice, she is very helpful and puts time for the students! Her class is engaging and that is what has made me more interested in physics.

5.0
3.0
PHY1401
Grade: A-
Dec 10, 2015

If you are looking for a mediocre professor that just give you an easy A. You are in the wrong place. Ansari is very hard working and has passion for the subject. She explains every problem until you get it. If you do your part you will pass. she cares about your education. She gives extra credit and review before the exams.

5.0
4.0
PHYS1301
Grade: A
Dec 19, 2015

I recommend Dr. Ansari a professional and I love her passion for teaching. It is not an easy class, but she is always willing to help you even after class and give you advised to improve your grades. The material she teaches, is exactly what you see on the test. Math is a universal language that does not need translation.

4.0
3.0
PHY1401
Grade: A
Dec 21, 2015

I could not believe how unprepared our class was for an intro Physics class! We spent the first several weeks on basic math review before we could even do a Physics problem. Her exams are right out of her lecture notes and the examples in the book. She is a very enjoyable and approachable professor if you make the effort to reach out to her.

1.0
4.0
PHYS1401
Grade: B+
May 20, 2016

She is a terrible teacher I do not recommend her at all she is extremely disorganized and is very rude.. she will not give you the attention you need if you need help worse proffessors ever she is just horrible

1.0
4.0
PHYS1315
Grade: Drop/Withdrawal
Jul 16, 2016
Wouldn't take again

I will not recommend this professor at all. I took her online course and she does not explain anything. When you ask her something she replied two days later or didn't even reply at all. She gives you a review for every test and when she gives you the test it is completely different. I do not recommend this class at all.

1.0
5.0
PHYS1315
Grade: Drop/Withdrawal
Aug 2, 2016
Wouldn't take again

Took this class online and was really difficult to get a hold of her, her syllabus instructions weren't the same as what she would post on blackboard, this experience made me to never get an online class again

5.0
4.0
PHYS1301
Grade: A
Oct 16, 2016
Would take again

she gives you a few chances to recover. many quizzes!!!

Participation matters
ACCESSIBLE OUTSIDE CLASS
Amazing lectures
5.0
2.0
PHYS1301
Oct 16, 2016
Would take again

make sure you know your math!!!. she is very helpful and she wants to make sure that you understand and learn the physics. If you need help just stop by in her office. Very friendly helpful.

Gives good feedback
Participation matters
ACCESSIBLE OUTSIDE CLASS
5.0
4.0
PHYS1315
Oct 17, 2016
Would take again

She is a very tough professor, And gives you quick feed back. I took an online course with her. She accepts all the excuses for not doing the assignment, however she still asks you to turn in the assignment without penalty. If you email her even at midnight, she will respond to you after a few minutes. This surprised me very much. she is excell

Respected
Clear grading criteria
EXTRA CREDIT
5.0
3.0
PHYS1315
Oct 17, 2016
Would take again

I took this as an online class. The online lectures were excellent. The class was a challenge but it demanded study time so one could learn the material. When I didn't understand material it was easy to get a hold of Dr. Ansari. Very reflexable schedule, always willing to help a student achieve his or her goals as long as one puts the effort in.

Gives good feedback
Respected
Caring
2.0
4.0
PHYS1301
Grade: Drop/Withdrawal
Apr 2, 2017
Wouldn't take again

Took her class because physics sounded interesting. MISTAKE! I'm a 4.0 student, and I usually don't have to study very hard to get A's, but I'm about to drop her class to avoid getting a C despite working my tail off. The homework doesn't jive with lecture, labs don't make sense, tests have questions she hasn't taught you how to solve.

LOTS OF HOMEWORK
BEWARE OF POP QUIZZES
GROUP PROJECTS
2.0
4.0
PHYS1301
Grade: C-
Apr 2, 2017
Wouldn't take again

She's nice, but that's about all I can say positive about her. She gets frustrated and doesn't realize she's basically yelling at you. Tests are REALLY hard, homework takes hours and is also very hard, labs take a lot of thought to figure out what she's asking you to do. Due dates aren't clear. Her explanations aren't either.

Tough Grader
Skip class? You won't pass.
LOTS OF HOMEWORK
3.0
4.0
PHYS1401
Grade: A
May 4, 2017
Would take again

She is a pretty good professor. She has a foreign accident but for the most part she is understandable. Exams are difficult, most are less than 10 questions each. She'll throw in a couple questions that are different from the questions we practice in class. Might be hard to understand concepts without learning it in class so try not to miss class.

Skip class? You won't pass.
BEWARE OF POP QUIZZES
LECTURE HEAVY
5.0
4.0
PHYS1302
Grade: A
May 23, 2017
Would take again

Dr. Ansari is a great professor she really cares about her students and is flexible even on not school related issues. The course is hard, but hey it is electro magnetic physics I think it would be hard with almost any professor. Yet, she does provide a lot of outside material that you can use in order to practice and understand better.

ACCESSIBLE OUTSIDE CLASS
Hilarious
Caring
1.0
3.0
PHYS1301
Aug 3, 2017
Wouldn't take again

I have taken numerous online courses that would conducted much better than this course. The reviews did not have anything to do with the homework given, and the tests did not have anything to do with the review or the homework. She does not provide any notes or lectures, leaving you to teach the concepts yourself.

2.0
4.0
PHY1401
Sep 14, 2017
Wouldn't take again

Very hard class for it being online. If you are taking any more than 8 hours I do not recommend adding this course to your plate.

1.0
4.0
PHYS1315
Oct 25, 2017
Wouldn't take again

I have taken her class before, and i had to drop. Now once again, her being the only professor available online apparently, i have to take her again. I am not happy about it, and once again, i am failing. I can never keep up with what she is trying to explain because she doesn't make sense. None her labs work for me ever, she's very rude too.

Get ready to read
LOTS OF HOMEWORK
TEST HEAVY
4.0
3.0
PHYS1315
Jan 31, 2018
Would take again

Dr. Ansari is a wonderful professor. She will make you work for your grade, but that is what makes it so awesome. By the end of the course, you know that the grade you've earned is what you deserved. In this class, you actually learn. Also, when you have questions she quickly addresses them. I highly recommend her class, you will learn so much!

Gives good feedback
Respected
EXTRA CREDIT
5.0
3.0
PHYS1315
Grade: A
Jan 31, 2018
Would take again

This professor is one of the best I've had for a course that's this difficult. Everything is clear in the syllabus and your assignments aren't hard. They require time but the answers are basically given to you since she uses stuff from the book directly. She cares about her students and will give extra credit if she knows that you care.

Respected
Clear grading criteria
EXTRA CREDIT
5.0
4.0
PHYS1315
Jan 31, 2018
Would take again

This professor make hard courses like physics bearable. I understand whats going on in the class. I started the class at the very bottom but I reached out to her and she really listens to you and tries to help you. She gives extra credit and responds quickly whenever I contact her. Highly recommend!!

Respected
Get ready to read
5.0
3.0
PHY1401
Jan 31, 2018
Would take again

Good class. Great professor. Makes you work but I learned a lot.

TEST HEAVY
5.0
2.0
PHY1415
Jan 31, 2018
Would take again

nice prof and chill class

5.0
2.0
PHYS1315
Grade: A
Feb 1, 2018
Would take again

She cares a lot. Even though she makes you work hard. At the end you have your A. Just be patience. No matter what time you email her with any concern she will reply and solve your problem.

Amazing lectures
Caring
EXTRA CREDIT
5.0
2.0
PHYS1301
Grade: A
Feb 1, 2018
Would take again

She is an willing to help you a lot. Online or in her office. Just ask. Need to do all you work, however she is easy in grading. You will learn if you are after learning. Your next course will be piece a cake...... easy A

Respected
ACCESSIBLE OUTSIDE CLASS
EXTRA CREDIT
1.0
4.0
PHYS1315
Grade: Drop/Withdrawal
Oct 1, 2018
Wouldn't take again

So I took this class in the fall of 2018 , and had to drop it, she's an alright teacher. However, her h.w takes hours, her labs don't make sense, her test difficult and the questions are way diffrent from what she teaches you. She gets mad, annoyed if you don't get the concept or ask her questions repeatedly. I don't recommend her at all.

5.0
3.0
PHYS1315
Grade: A
Dec 11, 2018
Would take again

There are many assignments and quizzes but you will learn a lot. When you email her, she replies immediately. Awesome professor!

Gives good feedback
Get ready to read
Clear grading criteria
5.0
4.0
PHYS11054
Grade: B
Dec 19, 2018
Would take again

I took Dr. Ansari's online course for physics and the lab. The labs are easy as long as there is substance to your answers. She graded them with leniency. The class was a little more challenging. On a weekly basis we had to complete an essay on the chapter, homework and quiz, and participate on the class discussion. Webcam on all the exams.

Respected
Get ready to read
Participation matters
5.0
4.0
PHYS1301
Grade: A+
Jan 14, 2019
Would take again

I hated physics until I took her class online. I thought it would be hard, it really wasn't. You do have a lot to do, the homework requires time. If you don't pass it wasn't because of her. If you're too lazy, don't take this class.

Get ready to read
LOTS OF HOMEWORK
TEST HEAVY
1.0
5.0
PHYS1315
Grade: Not sure yet
Mar 18, 2019
Wouldn't take again

Terrible proffesor, please avoid her at all cost, the assigns a lot of homework such as Master Physics which you have to pay one hundred dollars, discussions, and summaries and then the outdated labs. The labs are so not needed if you do the Master Physics, I would prefer taking physics from another online school because you would actually learn

3.0
5.0
PHYS1315
Grade: B-
May 13, 2019
Wouldn't take again

The course requires a lot of time as it is full of homework. But that is not the bad thing about it. She is extremely difficult to get a hold of. Never replies to her emails or phone calls. She makes it so inconvenient.

Lots of homework
Get ready to read
Lecture heavy
1.0
4.0
PHYS1301
Grade: B-
Jun 6, 2019
Wouldn't take again

Doesn't explain anything, makes you feel bad when you get the wrong answer and gives pop quizzes. I would avoid her at all costs she is very unhelpful and rude

Skip class? You won't pass.
Lecture heavy
1.0
1.0
PHYS1401
Grade: F
Jun 30, 2019
Wouldn't take again

Unnecessary amounts of homework she gives, lecture, discussions, practice quiz, quiz every week, exam, plus doing lab on Pearson online. You have to buy the code its $115, and counts towards your grade. Plus the lab felt like taking two different kinds of physics, she was not clear, she didn't need to give so much work that it became stressful.

Lots of homework
Test heavy
Tough grader
1.0
1.0
PHYS1315
Grade: F
Oct 25, 2019
Wouldn't take again

Do not take this professor I beware you, she is rude, doesnt help its students, assigns excessive amounts of homework that isnt neccesary. I should of taken another professor instead of her and I did and I passed with a B in that class was so much fun and shorter too minimester. And I took Fansari as full semester it was awful

Lots of homework
Test heavy
Tough grader
1.0
5.0
PHYS1301
Grade: Drop/Withdrawal
Dec 10, 2019
Wouldn't take again

Gave way to many assignments, lab assignments were not explained correctly so I could not get them done. Tried communicating with her several times but never replied to my emails. It was an online class so basically you have to teach yourself, exam are pretty long and hard and uses the lock down browser. Study guides were a grade and 50 questions.

Lots of homework
Get ready to read
Test heavy
4.0
4.0
PHYS1402
Grade: A+
Jan 3, 2020
Would take again

Be ready to do lots of HW. Tough class with lots of HW. Though doable if spare enough time for labs and hw. Got an A in 18 credit hour semester. Was scary but doable.

Lots of homework
Get ready to read
Participation matters
1.0
5.0
PHY1401
Grade: F
Jan 8, 2020
Wouldn't take again

Assigned uneccesary amounts of homework, very confusing assignments, a lot of things were not clear, I did read the syllabus. But the class was not fun at all, you are required to purchase a code to use for physics lab. Plus quizzes,tests, papers, and a lot of projects which made it hard to absord the information. I would not recommend this teacher

Lots of homework
Test heavy
Tough grader
5.0
3.0
PHYS1315
Grade: A
Jan 16, 2020
Would take again

she helps a-lot. she is flexible with grading. she cares about her students and tries her best to help you succeed. I really recommend her to students. Her exams are a-lot easier than the homework and she offers a-lot of extra credit.

Respected
Caring
EXTRA CREDIT
5.0
2.0
PHYS1315
Grade: Rather not say
Feb 7, 2020
Would take again

I am so glad that I did not pay attention to absolutely nonsense post that a few people write for her. She care about You and your concern, reply email very fast, give you many chances to recover. I recommend her to any one need learn and need A

Gives good feedback
Participation matters
EXTRA CREDIT
5.0
2.0
PHYS1315
Grade: A+
Feb 7, 2020
Would take again

I am so glad that I took this class with her. Very hard worker teacher. She cares about her students. Too many extra credits available . Office hours available and even in her office she goes beyond .

Inspirational
Amazing lectures
EXTRA CREDIT
5.0
2.0
PHYS1315
Grade: A+
Feb 9, 2020
Would take again

Super easy and fun class! Dr Ansari really makes sure you know the material by exam day and truly the exams are not hard! Highly recommend

Respected
Accessible outside class
Amazing lectures
5.0
3.0
PHYS1315
Grade: A
Feb 15, 2020
Would take again

Dr. Ansari is a wonderful professor. She values teaching and is truly passionate when it comes teaching physics. She has an open door policy and is always available to help if you have questions. As expected, you have to do your part as a student. Her expectations are clear, as long as you do your part and put the effort in you will do well.

Gives good feedback
Amazing lectures
Caring
5.0
3.0
PHYS1401
Grade: A-
Feb 15, 2020
Would take again

Took this class online. The course requires you to participate and the course syllabus explains things clearly to help you understand the grading system. If at any point you are not understanding something Dr. Ansari is available to help. I took her advice, asked question, and studied. Shes truly a wonderful teacher.

Gives good feedback
Clear grading criteria
Caring
5.0
4.0
PHYS1315
May 14, 2020
Would take again

Professor Ansari makes you work for your grade, She pushes you to strive and not give up. Tough course but you do learn a lot. Without professors like her I would not get anywhere.

Respected
Participation matters
Skip class? You won't pass.
5.0
3.0
PHYS1315
Grade: B
May 14, 2020
Would take again

Make sure you do the reviews for the exams some questions will be on the exam and dont skip any due dates it will make you fall behind other that that everything is pretty easy and to the point. Just READ AND STUDY its not bad.

Gives good feedback
Accessible outside class
Group projects
5.0
4.0
PHYS1301
Grade: A
May 29, 2020
Would take again

Dr. Ansari is awesome. She is fair and cares about her students' success. Frankly, I always thought that physics was an impossible subject for me to understand, but after taking this class, I find it truly fascinating. She helped me understand that physics is everywhere so now I have a newfound appreciation for it. Looking forward for Physics II.

Clear grading criteria
Caring
EXTRA CREDIT
5.0
1.0
PHYS1301
Grade: A
Jun 29, 2020
Would take again

Dr. Ansari is one of the best professors I've had in my college career. I took her class last spring and she was good at the online transition due to COVID. The class is easy as long as you do the homework and ASK QUESTIONS when you don't understand something. She is good at giving feedback and making sure you understand material outside of class.

Accessible outside class
Amazing lectures
EXTRA CREDIT
2.0
4.0
PHY1401
Grade: A+
Jul 24, 2020
Wouldn't take again

Get ready to teach yourself, I took her course online and I never heard her voice. She didnt explain anything, she just posted a bunch of homework, quizzes, summaries, discussions, projects, and exams.

Lots of homework
Get ready to read
5.0
1.0
PHYS1301
Grade: B+
Aug 13, 2020
Would take again

Took online Physics 1 this summer 2020 with Dr. Ansari and it was the easiest class ever! yes its online but the stuff she assigns is not hard, you just need to do them. she accepted a lot of my work late due to family emergencies, very flexible. She makes decisions based on the class majority too. also she gives a lot of extra credit!

Accessible outside class
Group projects
EXTRA CREDIT
5.0
1.0
PHY1301
Grade: A
Aug 13, 2020
Would take again

Took Phys 1 thuis summer and it was a breeze! I can't say this about other physics classes or professors. Dr. Ansari is the best and she gives tons of extra credit. You have to try very hard not to get the A because she gives so many opportunities and chances. Exams are super easy if you go to the review or lecture before the exam.

Gives good feedback
Respected
EXTRA CREDIT
5.0
1.0
PHYS1302
Grade: A
Aug 17, 2020
Would take again

Took physics 2 with Dr Ansari and it was great! Her class is really straightforward. She gives a lot of extra credit and really cares about the students! Honestly you have to try hard not to get the A, SHES good at answering emails if you dont understand a topic or need an extension!! Highly recommend!

Clear grading criteria
Caring
EXTRA CREDIT
5.0
4.0
PHYS1302
Grade: Not sure yet
Dec 4, 2020
Would take again

Physics is not one of my best subjects- especially online, however, Dr. Ansari really takes the time by providing additonal resources to help understand the subject matter more clearly. She makes herself available during office hours as well as extra if needed. Stuents must work hard in this course, and is well worth it, I gained so much knowledge

Gives good feedback
Accessible outside class
Clear grading criteria
5.0
4.0
PHYS1302
Grade: B
Dec 9, 2020
Would take again

I highly recommend this professor. Very willing to work with you and responds back quickly to questions.

Gives good feedback
Inspirational
Clear grading criteria
5.0
4.0
PHYS1302
Grade: A
Dec 11, 2020
Would take again

Everything is laid out and organized. Deadlines for assignments, quizzes, and exams are established and they do not change for the entire semester. Last minute quizzes/assignments are never added. Most importantly, Dr. Ansari understands we are people outside of class. She is kind, considerate, and accommodating when life takes unexpected turns.

Gives good feedback
Clear grading criteria
Caring
5.0
3.0
PHYS1302
Grade: A
Dec 12, 2020
Would take again

Organized, everything has a deadline, everything is online and not on video chat so you have to do the work yourself but if you don't understand something you can email her and she will explain. The best exam review for a final to the point that i already knew the answers from memory for the final. Homework, quizes, 1 group project, 2 summaries.

Get ready to read
Test heavy
Group projects
4.0
3.0
PHY1302
Grade: A
Jan 23, 2021
Would take again

Dr. Ansari was./ is a great instructor. I learned a lot about physics in her course. I believe if I was able to take her course in person, I would have benefitted much more from her tutelage. She was very understanding and caring when I had family and work issues that arose. I would definitely take her class again if I had to.

Gives good feedback
Accessible outside class
Caring
5.0
3.0
PHYS1302
Grade: A+
May 9, 2021
Would take again

I absolutely loved her! Professor Ansari really cares about her students. We were able to work in groups of 2-3 on lab assignments, she's really good about respond through bb, and she has every week outlined with what you need to turn in for that specific week. As long as you finish your work that week you're golden! Easy to keep up with!

Lots of homework
Clear grading criteria
Caring
5.0
3.0
PHYS1302
Grade: A+
May 19, 2021
Would take again

Dr. Ansari is the best physics professor at EPCC! Her class is very well organized, and she provides plenty of resources for students to learn and succeed. She truly cares about her students and is very flexible when it comes to providing extensions, tutoring, and tips to succeed in her class. I am very glad I took Physics II with Dr. Ansari!

Accessible outside class
5.0
3.0
PHYS1301
Grade: A+
Aug 11, 2021
Would take again

Dr. Ansari is an amazing professor ! Physics is definitely a weak subject for me, but Dr. Ansari had so much patience with me. She opened up extra office hours just to make sure that I was understanding the material. She really does care about student's success not just in her class, but in general. I would highly recommend taking her class.

Amazing lectures
Caring
1.0
3.0
PHYS1315
Sep 18, 2021
Wouldn't take again

Idk what these other reviews are talking about. Ive been to her office hours and she is super condescending. I think she takes it as some kinda attack when youre asking questions, like she thinks that its against her or something, so she gets all snappy and passive aggressive. It makes me really sad because I suck at physics and I want to pass

5.0
1.0
PHYS1315
Oct 16, 2021
Would take again

I am currently in this course and it has been great! Dr. Ansari has office hours twice a week, I have been to her office hours and she works out problems step by step., if you can't make it to those she helps set up a 1-on-1. She is passionate about physics and really cares about your learning. She is not rude at all, just excited for us to learn

Accessible outside class
Caring
EXTRA CREDIT
5.0
1.0
PHYS2325
Grade: A+
Dec 6, 2021
Would take again

Dr Ansari is such a great professor, I was first scared to take this physics course but Im glad I took it with her. She is so knowledgeable and it truly there for her students. Her office hours are really helpful. Exams are so simple and easy, they have only 10 questions from the review or homework, or problems shes gone over in office hours.

Accessible outside class
Caring
EXTRA CREDIT
5.0
1.0
PHYS2325
Grade: A+
Dec 8, 2021
Would take again

Prof. Ansari is one of the best at EPCC for any physics class. Ive taken all of them with her and I made the right choice. She's changed her course requirements since the pandemic started, and its very easy! only three 10 question exams similar to HW and reviews, HW each week, and a semester project. Take it with her! you will be fine!

Respected
Inspirational
EXTRA CREDIT
5.0
3.0
PHYS1315
Grade: A+
Dec 10, 2021
Would take again

Dr. Ansari seems like a very sweet person. She was always willing to consider the circumstances of her students and gave pretty clear grading criteria. She even gave everyone in the class an extra five points on our final exam. I had her for both the lab and the lecture section and would recommend her!

Lots of homework
Accessible outside class
So many papers
5.0
4.0
PHY1301
Grade: A
Dec 21, 2021
Would take again

Mrs. Ansari is a great teacher who wants her students to really learn physics. She will understand your condition if you reach out to her and will work with you to help you pass the class. Her class requires some work but you cannot learn physics without working hard on it. She provides her students with a lot of sources to help with assignments.

Group projects
Clear grading criteria
Caring
4.0
3.0
PHY1301
Grade: A-
May 5, 2022
Would take again

Just do the work, she will work with you.

Caring
5.0
3.0
PHYS1302
May 16, 2022
Would take again

Dr. Ansari is super sweet and caring professor. She gives plenty of resources for class ppt and videos. Lots of homework (labs and mastering physics) but it's doable. I noticed that she gives a lot of opportunities for students falling behind, she extended the due dates several times. ASK! She is always there for you!! Take it with her!

Amazing lectures
Lots of homework
Caring
5.0
1.0
PHYS2325
Grade: A+
May 29, 2022
Would take again

Dr. Ansari is a great professor and really cares about her students. Only consisted of homework, labs (if you registered for it), exams, and a semester project (easy!). She often extends the due dates for assignments if you simply ask! It was really easy to communicate with her. If you want the A and willing to do the SIMPLE work, take this class!

EXTRA CREDIT
Caring
Accessible outside class
5.0
2.0
PHY1301
Grade: A+
Jun 28, 2022
Would take again

Great professor! Dr. Ansari sincerely cares for her students. She goes over materials and continuously reviews subjects. Does give homework, exams (no lockdown), and projects. Show her you care and she will do the same. I took her over the summer (a 5-week course) and everything she assigns is manageable. Really changed physics for me, 10/10.

Group projects
Amazing lectures
Caring
5.0
2.0
PHYS2325
Grade: A+
Jul 13, 2022
Would take again

I took her class online for Summer, and I it was not heavy at all, it was about 2 to 3 homework's per week and a test every two weeks, that is for the Lecture, for the Lab it was 1 to 2 labs per week. She would also extend dates if you miss a deadline by accident, all you have to do is ask her, you will have to learn by yourself but its still easy.

Group projects
Clear grading criteria
Accessible outside class
5.0
2.0
PHYS2325
Grade: A+
Jul 14, 2022
Would take again

Dr. Ansari is very caring with her students. She is available most of the time despite her schedule. Her charisma is extraordinary. She opens up to students to take down the professor-student barrier. That increases the student retention in Higher Education. I'm already enrolled to take Physics 2 this coming Fall 2022. Way to go Professor Ansari!

Gives good feedback
Lots of homework
Accessible outside class
5.0
3.0
PHY1301
Grade: A+
Aug 17, 2022
Would take again

Professor Ansari, was professional, she would explain HW and exam reviews if needed. Group projects were a factor, so if you do not like working in groups, reconsider taking the course. She even helped me with deadlines when i had a family emergency. I loved her way of teaching and it was self efficient, however deadlines follow each assignment.

Participation matters
Group projects
Lots of homework
5.0
3.0
PHY1302
Grade: B
Nov 28, 2022
Would take again

Very good and clear material. I'm highly satisfied with Dr. Ansari's work, and I feel I have a better understanding of physics, especially in electronics. Also, she was flexible in assignments, letting the students work them since the beginning of the semester, but giving due dates to give students guidelines.

Clear grading criteria
Lots of homework
Accessible outside class
5.0
3.0
PHY1302
Grade: A+
Jul 5, 2023
Would take again

Prof. Ansari is very responsible and organized with the class context. She expects that students read and complete all assignments. However, if someone does not comprehend a topic, she is always available in her office's hours waiting to help.

Participation matters
EXTRA CREDIT
Group projects
5.0
2.0
PHY1301
Grade: A
Jul 7, 2023
Would take again

One of the most memorable professors I've had the pleasure of having.

Amazing lectures
Gives good feedback
Accessible outside class
5.0
2.0
PHY1301
Grade: A+
Sep 13, 2023
Would take again

One of the most understanding and caring professors I've ever had. She is explicit in describing formulas and will personally work with you to make sure you understand it in class, no need for office hours. It's hard not to pass her class unless you're not trying. A lot of homework but it's not her fault, its the school board that mandates that.

Group projects
Inspirational
Caring
1.0
4.0
PHY1301
Grade: A
May 9, 2024

To be honest i choose this professor because she had good reviews but no. She was horrible. All of her lesson plans are all over the place. She goes by the syllabus strictly but some students had a different syllabus than i did. Shes very confusing. Google and youtube were my bestfriend throughout the course would NOT recommend.

Tough grader
Group projects
Lots of homework
1.0
5.0
PHY1301
Grade: Not sure yet
Jul 4, 2024

I don't give out bad ratings, but I am currently enrolled in her summer course for Physics I and she literally doesn't teach. We have been given no material to help us with our homework OR exams. No slides, no videos, no notes. All she gives us is 5minvideos given by PEARSON and not her. On top of that, she grades tough and exams are weighted high.

Tough grader
Lots of homework
5.0
3.0
PHY1301
Grade: B+
Aug 5, 2024
Would take again

I'm currently taking her physics & lab summer class and she is the most caring, understanding professor ever. I missed an assignment and she let me make it up for full credit, towards the end she opens 2 labs to replace any low grade. It is an online class but she is available every day if you need help. If you're not even trying don't blame her.

Caring
Accessible outside class
3.0
3.0
phys2125
Sep 5, 2024
Would take again

She's is a good professor, of you excel in math then you should be alright. But if you aren't the best at math, then prepare for a passive aggressive attack. Not me but a classmate of mine had a difficult time understanding and kept asking questions. But she kept raising her voice and had a rude tone in her voice.

Group projects
Lecture heavy
Test heavy
1.0
5.0
PHYS2325
Grade: A
Sep 11, 2024

She's a mess, I had to teach myself the class because the content she provides is worthless. She doesn't know how to run an online course. She's very strict with the most unimportant stuff and unhelpful when you reach out to her. I don't know how she managed to get hired to teach.

1.0
5.0
PHYS1301
Nov 9, 2024

She is the most difficult teacher I have dealt with. She will put you on the spot if you're not understanding and will raise her voice and yell most of the time. Her class is long and draining. It's hard to understand her accent which makes it hard to understand what she is teaching. She gives pop quizzes here and there.

Tough grader
Lecture heavy
Test heavy
4.0
3.0
PHY1301
Grade: B+
Feb 8, 2025
Would take again

Prof. Ansari is a caring, understanding professor. While the class has a lot of work, she's willing to work with students. unstuckstudy helped me prepare for exams. Overall, a challenging but rewarding course.

1.0
3.0
PHYS2325
Grade: D+
May 12, 2025

Avoid taking physics with this professor. she's rude, unorganized, and discouraging. She ignores emails, doesn't follow office hours, and replies to questions with “haven't you been reading?” the workload is long and overwhelming. if you're in premed or engineering, avoid this class she'll make you hate physics.

Tough grader
Lots of homework
Test heavy
5.0
3.0
PHY1301
Grade: A
May 12, 2025
Would take again

She is a good professor, really works with you and she tries to make you understand you just need to try as well. She helps you if you need an extension for homework and even gives extra credit for exams.

Caring
Respected
Accessible outside class
1.0
5.0
PHYS2325
May 13, 2025

She is the worst professor I had at EPCC. She will yell at you in the class just for asking a question you didn't understand. She uses words like for God sake... etc. We should complain about her misbehavior to the dean. She cuts too many marks. Doesn't give you the grade you deserve.

Tough grader
Participation matters
Lots of homework
1.0
5.0
phys2125
Grade: Not sure yet
May 13, 2025

Worse professor at EPCC. Epcc should not have a professor who yells at the students.

Tough grader
Hilarious
Test heavy
3.0
3.0
PHYS2325
Grade: A
Jun 4, 2025

if you have the opportunity to take this class with someone else, do it! she's very disorganized and you practically have to teach the class yourself. The final project is a group project, and it's a bit difficult to do that online.

Tough grader
Lots of homework
4.0
4.0
PHY1301
Grade: A
Jun 11, 2025
Would take again

She is very strict she does expect you to know everything or she will put you on the spot. Pros homework is the same as the exams I got an A as long as you study you will pass. She does want you to succeed and get an A she was very flexible with late work she might call you out for it first but she will help you get the best grade possible.

1.0
5.0
PHY1301
Grade: B+
Aug 5, 2025

Awful professor if you can please save yourself from disappointment. She is never on her office online hours, and if she is the camera is unattended and will leave you waiting. If you call her out on mistakes or things she missed she will get mad and yell through the camera. She puts students on the spot when asking questions and respond.

Tough grader
Group projects
Lots of homework
2.0
5.0
1230G
Grade: B-
Dec 5, 2025

I adore her as a person is sweet. However, as a teacher, I don't quite feel the same way. She expects us to know everything and will call us out. Her lectures are so fast-paced that you won't even have time to write down everything. She doesn't believe in extra credit or curving exams sometimes, feel like she doesn't want her students to succeed.

Tough grader
Caring
Lecture heavy
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