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What Students Say
“Oma is an amazing teacher”
PSY240 - 5.0 rating“I learned so much from this class”
PSY101 - 5.0 ratingClass Info
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Reviews (106)
She is a very interesting teacher. As you can tell from the name is german and very proud of it. she talks about this all the time. she is some what ****. I would call her Tom Lykis' sister!!! Her 101 class is somewhat easy, just as long as you do the work and go to class you will get an A in the class. SHE LOVES HER GERMAN CHOCOLATE
Most amazing, interesting teacher ever!!!!!! We love you OMA!!!!!!!!!! :)
Ilka is a wonderful teacher. She really tries to relate to her students and treated us like we had something to teach her too. If you put some time in, you will get an A. I love her teaching style so much I am taking a 3rd class w/ her! Good schtuff!!
Ilka was a wonderful teacher. She makes learning about the material very interesting. All of her knowledge on the subject helped me understand things a lot better. Always bring your book and a highlighter because it's help you on the homework. ALSO there is no final! All the mid-term and final is done at home, which really helps those who stress
Oma rules! This is an easy A as long as you show up to class and listen. There are NO TESTS whatsoever in class, all you have to do is take notes to type up a mid-term at home and a final at home. End of story. The professor is engagaing and fun and you can talk to her just like a regular person.
Oma is a great teacher. She's very clear about what she expects and makes the class fun. There are no tests / quizes. Majority of the Mid-Term is done in class and the Final is all typed up. Definately recommend her to anyone.
Excellent Teacher!
Ilka was wonderful an I learned a lot from her course. She's also very interesting to listen to and holds your attention. I would highly recommend taking her!
amazing teacher! one of the best !! i loved her and would take her again if i could..! she's the sweetest teacher you'll ever meet and pretty funny.. she is amazing !
Oma is the best!!!!!!
Oma! She is very interesting! She has lots of useful comments. I even diganoised one of my friends with PPD using the info from class. You only need to turn in two assignments and you work on them while in class, But thats not the best part. The thing I like about Oma most is, that she will bring in (if you ask her) genuine German cookies! Thanks
Ilka is the best teacher ever! HIGHLY RECOMMENDED! She can be a little difficult follow sometimes but she is very helpful. All you have to do is ask. She is very sweet and funny and brings field knowledge and experience into the classroom. The only assignments is her midterm and final which you work on all semester, but don't procrastinate on them!
I took Developmental Psychology with Prof. Schroeder and the class was very enjoyable. I learned a lot from this woman and will never forget her, or the class. If you don't take her you will be missing out. There isn't a ton of homework, but that doesn't mean you don't learn, because I learned a ton from being in her class. Very fun.
Easy class, great teacher. She makes class fun, has a lot of clinical experience to apply to class, and has a great sense of humor.
ILKA IS AWESOME! Please take her class if you need to. She is very insightful, brings lots of personal experience to the class, and makes the class fun. There are no tests in class just midterm and final chapter questions you type up and do during the whole semester. If you want to learn and actually have fun in class then take Ilka. U wont be sorr
Oma is an amazing teacher. I would definitely recommend taking either of her classes. You won't regret it.
Going to class and learning from Oma was like hanging out with family. She's passionate and caring, loves her students dearly, and with a little hard work you'll find this class very worth while. She definitely peaked my interest in PSY.
Likes to be called Oma, really good teacher, should teach other classes
Prof. Schroeder is by far the best Psychology teacher you could ask for ! She makes everything clear to understand and fun. The mid-term and final are long but she tells you exactly what you need so it's not hard at all if you're in class. Lots of personal experience brought to class. Take her class !
Professor Schroeder is an excellent teacher. She really enjoys teaching about psychology.
Well i have to say that i have taken Oma(grandma in german)for an entire year psych 101 and 240.She brings reality and comprehension far beyond the textbook.A fun class to be a part of and at the end of the day she is the reason for all the above words spoken.The college should be pleased to employ a professor of her magnitude.
Easiest A you will ever get. As long as you are in class, you will get an A. She doesn't believe in tests, and the midterm and final are done in class and as homework. Each chapter has about 10 questions to answer, half in class and half at home. Thats IT!!! She loves to be called Oma (Grandma in German) and is AWESOME!!!!!! Take this class!
Coolest teaher in psych, Lapinski's next. Wish she had more psych classes than just 101 and 240
Great teacher - cares about the students
Greatest professor...she is absolutely wonderful. No scantron tests, all take home test. If you do what she tells you to do you will get an A in the class. Class is a lot of Fun and she loves to be called Oma.
SHe is the best prof ever!!! she is always willing to work with a student having difficulties. She goes through all of the material throughly and also answers any questions a student has.
The absolute BEST professor ever! She tells you exactly what you need for your mid-term and final which are both take home and in class work! There are NO tests whatsoever! I wish I needed more Psych classes for my major because I am surly going to miss Oma!
Oma is a fantastic instructor very willing to assist in any way. I had fun in her class I learned alot and also will be in her culture clas in fall 2010. It is a very easy and well learned class.
Ilka "Oma" Schroeder is an amazing professor/ friend. She does her best work to help her students through all of the work and basically if you attend the class, you can pass with an "A". The class became a family through her teachings and openess.
Oma is an amazing teacher. All u have to do is come to class and absorb her wealth of knowledge to do well. She tells you exactly what she's looking for so its nearly impossible to do poorly on the written work so as long as u listen and get the work done on time ur set its really quite easy and the subject matter is interesting as well as relevant
She is so infectious, she loves the subject so much you can't help but get excited. She is obviously teaching because she has a deep lifelong love of Psychology. She needs more classes in order to improve more peoples lives.
Lovely instructors, so passionate , it is contagious. She makes you think and step into others peoples shoes. Read the book and do the homework.
I love Oma, she is a great instructor and really cares about her students. Take her class, she is the best!!
I love Oma!!!! I have never had a Professor that influenced me and encouraged me in the way that she has and continues to. She is a wonderful leader and will teach you what you want and so much more!!!
This class is an easy A. NO EXAMS. All homework is due two weeks before end of semester. However, this class is kind of boring and she has a hearing problem so you usually have to repeat yourself a couple times.
Different style of teaching.Good mix of discussion/movies. Go to class and participate. Writing assignments are straight forward but more time-consuming than initially appear so don't get too far behind or you will regret it. Easy A if you show up and turn in work on time. Write small summaries to questions using book. No major exams.
This class was awesome so to whoever rated Oma as boring and hard of hearing needs to check their facts. She is the best professor you will ever encounter because she truly cares about her students.As long as you do your work at the end of the semester you will pass but if you don't you will piss her off. She is a great person to be around.
She's a very nice teacher speaks her mind openly...No tests which was a good thing! There is alot of note taking you do most (all) of your work at home. Will go through all of the chapters (13)...does not let the class out early. Shouldn't miss one day of class unless you can trust someone else's notes.
Professor Schroeder is the best teacher i have ever had. I wish she teaches every classes that I still need to take for my degree. She is very knowledgeable and funny. You can really apply what she teaches, to your life. I will miss being her student. She really cares about her students and their education. I highly recommend Mrs. Shroeder!
Oma is a great professor! She is very helpfull and friendly. She conveys the information in ways that you can apply to your own life. LOVED Oma!
Wonderful class over all.
The best teacher you will ever have, she is fun, but also her style of teaching you really learn alot and its great your final is a party great food.
Oma was a wonderful teacher, she is crazy, but in a good way. You will learn so much and have a lot of fun doing it. There are no test or exams, and you do the homework at you own speed, its all do towards the end of the semester. The information is so interesting even if you don't like PSY you will want to take another class.
If you attend class and do the little bit of work that is required you will get an A. She is the sweetest prof I have every had!
OMA was a great teacher, one of the best teachers I have ever had the pleasure to learn from. Attendance is 1/3 of the grade, there are no tests. As long as you show up to class and take it seriously you should have no problem earning yourself an A. It is truly as easy as you make it. Don't Stress it and have fun.
I really liked the way she did the midterm and the final because it wasn't like a formal exam which for me is a good thing because i get nervous when I take tests.
good class, i really liked the class, it was fun, really good learning experience, the teacher is excellent
by far the bestttt professor i have ever had!!! sweetest woman to ever walk this planet :)
I absolutely loved this class! OMA(Professor Schroeder) is the most amazing professor ever! Her life experiences and knowledge are so informative and helpful. OMA is truly a one of a kind teacher! I recommend this class to anyone.
Sad the semester is over!! Prof Schroeder is very passionate about her teaching and her life experience brings alot to her class. She has a beautiful heart and cares alot about her students, and making a difference in their personal and professional lives. I think everyone should HANG OUT with Oma for a semester.
OMA as she liked to be called, is an amazing Professor. Not only her class is very enjoyable but you really learn and are able to relate to what she teaches. The best of this class is that with her requirement of being : "Cool, Calm and Collected" makes students feel at home but yearning to keep learning. I highly recommend this class.
Oma was a blast last semester! She has so much knowledge and personal experience to share! I would love to take this class all over again because it was always a refreshing class and relaxed atmosphere!! Oma, you are a red hot chile pepper!!Thanks you!!
Wonderful teacher!
Oma is a wonderful teacher. Her years of experience are obvious with the amount of wisdom and knowledge she has. Oma demonstrates a level of strength and confidence as she teaches. Definitely take one of her classes you wont regret the experience.
Most caring teacher ever!
Amazing professor! The Best & my all time favorite she was the reason I wanted to get to class and learn! I'm a psychology major and I have already learned so much with Oma. I can simply just say she is Wonderful!!!
Oma!!!! Is one of my absolute favorite people! She is an amazing teacher and truly cares about every student! She has changed my life in so many ways and I couldnt recommend her more! I am a psych major and I hope that I have as much knowledge as her one day! I absolutely love you Oma!!! I will take every class you teach :)
OMA IS THE BEST I LOVE HER. all that needs to be said. best class ever. you do need the book
amazing professor! She is so caring and such a sweet lady. Her work is easy just make sure you answer every question on the homework. I will miss you Oma take care God Bless!
Ilka is amazing. Every class of hers is truly unique because its mostly class driven discussions. She offers text books to those who can't afford one, only has 1 semester long "project", I did mine with 3 weeks to spare and got full points. And, the final is a big pot luck where you can bring friends in. highly recommend.
Oma is an amazing teacher. Yes she has us call her Oma, which is grandma in German. She is by far the best professor that I have ever had. She will take extra time to make sure you understand the material and she actually cares about her students! I will miss her greatly. TAKE THIS CLASS WITH HER!
OMA was amazing! She gave us a project at the beginning of the semester, that is your final. You have the whole semester to work on it. She is really passionate for what she does. She is always happy and positive, and I recommend her to anyone taking PSY132.
Excellent teacher since she was in the field and lived most of what she lectures on. Very involved in the whole class.
Best teacher ever!!! Thank you OMA!
OMA professor ILKA is the best ever she is caring. the class was full of fun and easy she teaches with high dignity and explain well the material until you understand. i gain alot and learn new thing. i recommend her class
At first I was upset that I had to take this class to get my credits. The professor made the class very enjoyable. It wasn't the typical boring classes you find in college. She kept the class very active and engaging in conversation, along with cool projects. I HIGHLY RECOMMEND this class to EVERYONE!!!
amazing
Best teacher I've ever had.
Ilka is a wonderful professor and very relaxed. She enjoys teaching and it shows through her lectures. She is always open to student inputs when it comes to the lecture material. There maybe a lot of reading and writing but if everything is done on a timely matter it is manageable. For PSY 132 she has the text for the class that are available.
There were no tests and the final and midterm were a compilation of homework throughout the semester. So easy! She is such a wonderful lady and teacher and keeps the class interesting. She also brings chocolate and cookies sometimes! I love this woman! Best decision I made was to take this class. Just remember to finish the hw just at she says.
Loved this class.
Best Professor especially if going into a competitive program!!! No actual tests. Tests are the midterm and final which is just a combination of all your homework and notes. Its a relax class.
I love Oma!! I have taken three classes with her and am sad that I can't tAke more. She is a great professor and truly is passionate about teaching her love of psychology with her students. I highly recommend taking her Class
I love reading all these positive comments about OMA. She is a role model for many of her students. I have taken 4 classes with her and still feel I havent learned enough from her. She honestly changed my life and hope to be as wise and knowledgeable as she is when I become a Psychologist ! RECOMMENDED ! We Love You OMA :)
Great teacher
She rocks!! Take her class!
Taking all her other classes.
I had her class once a week in the fall, her class was very simple! We had no tests and the only work we received is all out of the book. She groups her assignments so you have plenty of time to do it (it is super easy just a little time consuming). You can miss class, just email her.
Oma is a great professor! She is super funny and the class is very interesting. She is an easy grader and always willing to help! I love how she brings her culture to the classroom. Wish I could take more classes from her!!
Oma is an awesome professor. She loves to have group conversations on the culture topics and they can become interesting and fun. You learn a lot and it is a fun environment. She is hilarious and will go over all the material with you as many times as you need.
This class was lots of fun! Amazing personality
I learned so much from this class. This was my second attempt in Psychology 101. I aced the course, and walked away with valuable information. Oma's lectures were from the book and she then relates her personal experience. I found that viewing both, gave me a better understanding. We took many notes and this also helped all the information process.
Complete waste of time and money. I learned nothing. Her "lectures" are reading a couple of sentences from the textbook that is 20+ years old and then handing out "articles" that she's copied off the internet that are 10+ years old. Her discussion comments and topics are inappropriate and she uses foul language. I was uncomfortable in her class.
I have taken OMA's class this fall, it was the best thing ever, OMA is very knowledgeable, caring, and respectful professor. I honestly have learned a lot from her class. there are NO quizzes, NO midterms, NO finals. she gives you the whole semester to do your homework (at home). this class is easy A, I'm definitely taking her again.
The class is really easy, you only have a midterm and a final (which are essentially just a paper), and there is no homework, or quizzes. She is a funny professor, laid back, and wants a relaxing atmosphere for her students. This class is not like a traditional college class, this class relies mainly on discussions, and attendance. Easy class.
Professor Ilka is a really great teacher and very caring and always keeps the class very entertaining and fun throughout the class. There's only 2 exams a midterm and final which aren't really exams. The teacher gives you the answers for them out of the book and you just type them at home. An easy A. Would definitley take her again.
professor Ilka is one of the best instructors I have taken. Highly recommended, easy A
She's a great professor. Easy A but you do have to do your work.
Show up to class and put in the work, it's not that hard. Oma makes class fun and enjoyable. She is all over the place sometimes but she's nice and fosters good discussion. Going to class is really important but it's only once a week and you're graded on in-class notes in addition to the final and midterm, which are really take-home essays.
OMA is the best! you wont regret it, easy A!
Oma is amazing!! I really enjoyed her class. I am looking forward to taking her Psy 240 class in the fall. I would definitely recommend her class to you!! Oma is the best.
OMA is the best! If you want really to learn and gain a lot of knowledge, don't hesitate to take her class, I have taken all her classes!!! All the work is done at home ( including mid term and final ), you have aplenty of time to finish the homework, I highly recommend ALL Her classes! Love her to pieces :)
OMA IS THE BEST! Great class very easy, just neee to show up and do the homework!!
It's an easy A class, but you will learn absolutely nothing about psychology. There is no test. Homework is typing parts of an outdated book/articles in a word file and printing it, that's it. If you really want to learn at least some basic concepts of psychology, do yourself a favor and take this class with some other professor.
She is the awesome professor.
If you need an easy A take the class. If you actually need this course for your degree ABSOLUTELY not! I received an A in the class but did NOT learn anything. I'm a Psychology major and needed this course as a foundation and am having to retake it to learn the material. There's no homework, quizzes or anything! You will not learn! DON'T TAKE!
Took two classes with Oma, wonderful lady. But if you are paying for classes to learn something, choose another prof.
I was self taught in her class by reading the textbook required. She often gets sidetracked, goes off tangent about irrelevant stuff pertaining to the course which wasted time. She will tell you how to live your life. She contradicted herself in multiple lectures. She is very flexible. What I learned most in her class was patience.
Took 2 classes with Oma! She's hilarious and sweet! Her classes are an easy A if you put the work in. DO NOT WAIT TILL LAST MINUTE FOR MIDTERM AND FINAL. Assignments for this class are a bit unorthodox, you typically have 2 papers and that's it, no homework. Sounds easy right? Don't wait till the week it's due and you're solid!
Shes clear and straightforward with all the requirements and expectations. I am so glad that I chose this class though it was last minute to suit my family needs. Please folks take this class, no regrets��
Professor Schroeder is such a wonderful compassionate teacher. She will go the xtra mile with you so long you do your part. She is one of a kind teacher. Rosy
Oma is the absolute BEST!!! She is HILARIOUS! Such a sweetheart! There is one medium sized project to complete the whole semester. Attendance and participation are important to her, but a little goes a long way as far as communication. DO NOT BUY THE BOOK!! She loans them to you!
She truly cares about her students. In the first week, she gives you one big assignment that is due the week before class ends. It's not terrible but definitely don't procrastinate it. She loves to treat her students by bringing in chocolate. She even let us order pizza in the middle of class one day.
Super easy class, just show up. Do the homework when it's assigned instead of all at once (you turn it all in at the end). Seriously this is the easiest class ever. The professor is sometimes hard to understand but she is hilarious.
I love this lady! She really cares about her students. Very straightforward, put in the work, and you'll get an A. No surprises. Everything is outlined in the syllabus. LOTS of homework, not a ton of homework, no tests. I LOVE OMA!!!
I've taken all three of her classes. She is very nice and cares about her students. just do the work and you'll get a good grade. Definitely recommend her.
Class Info
Attendance Mandatory
97%
Textbook Required
0%
Grade Predictor
Your expected effort level
Predicted Grade
A+
Grade Distribution
Common Tags
Rating Trend
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132
5.0
(1)PHY101
5.0
(3)PSY241
5.0
(1)PSYCH240
5.0
(4)PSY244
5.0
(1)Difficulty by Course
PSY244
4.0
PSY241
3.0
132
2.0
PSYCH101
2.0
PSCH240
2.0