Although a bit boring at times, her lectures are good and she gives awesome notes and examples. She's also always there for help if you need it. She expects a lot from her students so as long as you take good notes and study hard, you will be successful.

This class is very challenging at times but its far from impossible.she expects alot from her students but is always willing to help and answer questions. The labs are sometimes unclear and tedious.The lecture tests are really challenging and the lab tests frustrating. this class requires studying.

This is a definitely a tough class, and the work load is unbelievable. But, Jane does a great job lexuring. She is organinzed, prepared, and ready to assist her students in learning if they are willing to put the effort in.

Don't believe all the BS you read. The plain fact is that she is difficult but fair. If you want to learn the subject she is the one to take.

As I read a number of these posts I cannot believe what I am reading. Dr Horlings is an outstanding instructor. She is tough, and expects you to study and learn the material (what a concept). I would take any class she teaches.

Very helpful teacher. She loves what she does and wants everyone else to love it as well. Her tests are near impossible if you don't study, and definately don't put off her research papers! If you are not passionate about biology, take a different professor. She does tend to ramble, but is informati

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This professor lectures on exactly what she tests on-no tricks. If you are looking for an easy grade, avoid Jane. If you are looking to learn the subject, sign on. This is college, expect a research paper. Those that wrote negative reviews most certainly EARNED poor grades and must blame someone!

Very good instructor, found the directed notes very helpful. Would take any clsss she teaches.

she is quirky, but a good teacher. I think people dont like her because she is not an "easy" teacher, but if you try hard you can get a good grade. She loves what she does and I think gets the information across well.

The worst teacher?? Get over yourself, you need to study to EARN your grade. There is alot of info to learn, but you will leave her class at the end of the semester smarter, more informed and prepared for your future science classes. Certainly if you don't like to put any effort into passing your classes this one isn't for you.

very good instructor...i enjoyed this class. horlings is nice too, i think you have to warm up to her or vice versa...ask questions and be interested in her eyes and you will be fine

Jane is a wonderful person and excellent professor. If you're looking for an easy A, do not take this class because it requires a lot of commitment. As long as you take good notes and study in advance, you will do well in this class. Whatever you do, don't wait until the last minute to study!!

Dr. Jane was by far the best professor I have ever had. She loves to teach and genuinely cares for her students. She went above and beyond by allowing me to take an incomplete in her class when I went into labor early. She later met with me at her home so I could make up the 4 exams I had missed. She really wants her students to succeed.

I'm an older student, I take my classes very seriously and have a 4.0. That said, I found this class to be extremely difficult. Her tests are full of trick questions, like T/F that are partially true, and include a lot of small details. SHe is an excellent teacher, but I'm glad I dropped my other classes:this one takes ALL my time!

Directed Notes are big help.FOCUS is the main thing.Really smart,willing to help.take her if you're serious!if you wanna breeze through this course,NOT HAPPENING.

Great teacher!!! VERY DIFFICULT CLASS!!! A LOT of information to know for each exam...study study study.

Extremely easy class, at least in BIO-40. Everything on the test is listed in the review she puts up on blackboard. All the notes are avaliable on blackboard--print a copy and bring it in and just fill in the blanks. Grade very easily on a resarch paper that I just BSed. Offered a total of 5% to final grade extra credit for easy stuff.

Difficult class but very interesing. You need to study hard. Lots of extra credit on tests and a few labs. Prof. Horlings is enthusiastic about this subject and her stories make things really easy to remember. If you study you can get an A if you want to cram the night before a test, don't take this class. You will get what you earn.

The outline for "Modern Theories of Evolution" had hardly anything to do with the theories regarding evolution and everything to do with the historical evolution of organisms. If this class was called "Historical Biology" it would be a decent class, but I took it because I wanted to learn about MODERN THEORIES OF EVOLUTION.

An all-around good professor. She's very knowledgeable, and is more than willing to help out. I got a B-, and it was a hard earned one. This is not an easy class, so don't take this class if you want to cruise through your science credits. However, if you put fourth the effort to pass, you will learn more Biology than any other class guarenteed

I had to join this forum just to refute some of the comments posted here. Jane is an awesome teacher-extremely intelligent, interesting, down to earth, compassionate & accommodating. Her exams are hard (she makes sure you actually understand concepts) but w/all the extra credit she offers, you'd have to be an absolute moron not to pass her class.

Anatomy is a lot of memorizing. Jane is very helpful. Answers emails quickly. Walks around lab helping everybody. Gives useful tips on memorizing. Directed notes are very useful. Research Paper is part of the exam grade. Her tests are hard but she is fair. Gives extra credit but YOU HAVE TO STUDY!

For those of you complaining about the fact that she's tough and that she makes you work hard... You should get over it and realize that she does it for your own benefit. She is one of the best professors I have ever had and she truly cares about her students. Thanks to her being so tough and caring, I was just accepted to Harvard Medical School!

Shes very nice and passionate and cares for her students. Challenging, but very doable. Its understandable that poeple think sometimes she is confusing, but just read over the book when this happens and it all becomes clear.

I'm at the end of Bio20 online & trying to figure out why people say it's so hard. Almost half of the class has an A. Good exam study guides and lots of extra credit. There's quite a bit of work, but I haven't had to devote my entire life to this class as some have implied. I do work & have young children. Take prior reviews with a grain of salt.

To do well in this class it's absolutely imperative that you pace yourself and STUDY. Dr. Jane gives you everything you need to make sure you stay on top of the material (i.e. directed notes, ipod casting of her lectures, powerpoint slides,useful weblinks, reviews). She is also VERY prompt in returning e-mails. She's educated & practical.

Best teacher I have ever taken! Extreemly understanding and intelligent. If you are looking for a teacher who doesnt expect you to learn do not take Mrs. Horlings, but if you want to understand the subject and learn to love Bio definately take this class!

she's an awesome person/professor! biology is a hard enough subject alone but she tries to make it easy/fun. if you just do the work and study you'll do good. you might think it's alot, but again that's just bioloogy. if you're not interested in it already she at least makes it sweeter to swallow.

The class is hard, it takes a lot of studying but it can be done. The professor's lectures are common sense and she is not gonna make you know the book by heart. Just do the work - 10-15h/week for A. Won't make a full of you for asking questions and she wants everybody to succeed. You will know bio by the end of the class just work hard.

This class was hard but not impossible. Study alot, don't get behind, do all the extra credit (and she gives a lot of extra credit), ask questions and get a good lab partner -- you will be fine. Study more than you think you need to. She makes it fun and relates it to your everyday life. You will know your biology by the end.

I liked Jane. She was a little intimidating at first. I dropped the class the first time because I felt overwhelmed, but that was my fault for not keeping up. I retook the course and loved how she related anatomy to everyday life. To this day, I surprise myself when I talk to my friends about anatomy and am able to accurately explain a concept.

Jane's class was very fun. The course is jam packed with information and she manages to cover it all quite clearly. Just study everyday and utilize lab time!

Jane's class was very fun. The course is jam packed with information and she manages to cover it all quite clearly. Just study everyday and utilize lab time!

Jane is GREAT! She doesn't give grades away. You have to WORK! She gives you a lot of paperwork to fill out on the field trips so that you learn the material and you have a greater potential to earn points. Take her if you want to learn the topic! So helpful!!

It was a great class. I was class high at an overall average of 107 (She gives extra credit). "Jane" where is the letter of Rec you promised.

Teacher is extremely knowledgeable and plans for your success. Need to work for your grades, but will provide extra credit (LOTS) if you falter. Do all if you can and could change your grade. Very meticulous with instructions, but if you do all the reviews, you will do much better in the tests. Also, do all the labs - very easy. HIGHLY RECOMMEND!!!

Lots of work, but overall great class. Teaches well, and provides great lecture notes...gives study guides for all exams, lots of E.C., definately worth it, and are very interesting. I took the online class and it was a lot harder than if taken in class for both lecture and labs. Great class overall

A lot of work is definitely required to get a good grade, but the lecture is interesting and she tries to make it fun. A lot to memorize. Memorize her notes NOT the book, or you will waste your time. She is a good teacher though.

IF you do all the work, readings, and 3x5 cards (which is a LOT of work) you will receive an easy A. There is a lot of busy work but it all prepared me for the exams. The final exam had a possible 45% extra credit - I have never seen that before. I didn't do one extra credit and still received a 109% for the class.

People dont give her enough credit. shes a great teacher, yeah she does require you to work hard and study a lot but what do you seriously expect from an Anatomy class? Probably the best and most interesting class ive taken. Hands down.

Her class is very difficult. Study guide for her exams are like text book long. If you love biology go ahead and take her. She is very helpful and loves what she teaches. BUT if you can not put up 10 hours or more a week DROP THIS CLASS and save your GPA. Dont get me wrong. She is lovely and I love her. She is a great teacher but just too much work

Best science teacher I have ever had! I took her for Anatomy, and I got a 98% at the end of the semester. Taking notes is a must! Everyone who has complained about her need to shut up!! You are lazy!! I HIGHLY recommend her for Bio 11. Making flashcards was my trick :)

Dr. Horlings is a very good prof. She is very well organized making the experience easier than it might otherwise have been. This not to say she is easy, she is not. BUT everything you need to know is provided and she gives ample opportunities to earn extra credit. If you need a basic Bio class, I would advise your taking Dr. Horlings.

She is a great professor. She is very organized and make things much easier to understand. I took the BIO20 online with her and had lab once a week.Her lectures are long but she makes it fun. english is not my first language and I have a year old daughter I take care all day so overall, its tough class if you don't have study time.

Dr Horlings requires you to work very hard in her online evolution course. Weekly homework and on campus exams. She is extremely knowledgeable on this subject and the hardest working instructor I've ever meet. You will receive you scores quickly and with detailed feedback-- that was refreshing!

Jane's awesome. She's extremely tough but totally knows her stuff & completely prepared me for nursing school. She's funny, interesting, & very smart. She doesn't take attendance but missing class hurts! She podcasts every lecture & the study guide helps! The tests are a bit tough & the research paper sucks but over all, I am a huge Jane advocate!

AMAZING TEACHER!!! I wish all of my professors loved their job like Jane does! She is very approachable and willing to help. This class is a lot of work, but there are so many extra credit opportunities that it is hard not to pass. I received an A, the extra credit was a life-saver!! I wish she taught the other science classes I need!!

7/15/10Bio20Good Quality Easiness4 Helpfulness5 Clarity5 Rater Interest4 AMAZING TEACHER!!! I wish all of my professors loved their job like Jane does! She is very approachable and willing to help. This class is a lot of work, but there are so many extra credit opportunities that it is hard not to pass. I received an A, the extra credit was a

Professor Horlings is the best! I took her online BIO 20 class and learned SO much! She will not "give" grades away. You have to earn your grade. If you do everything (study guides, field trips, etc.) you learn a lot and get a great grade! I hated BIO before, but now have an intrest in it. One of the best teachers. Very helpful and kind. TAKE HER!!

Great teacher and gives you the option of extra credit:)

organized, clear, and nice. only thing is that I dont like is the extra credit, and you need them..its fun, but it ruins the experience because all you're doing at the fieldtrips are searching for answers in the illustration boards, no time to actually look around & enjoy. class is hard but what do you expect from a bio class.

She's a really nice lady and all, but she gives sooo much paper work to the point where you're so overwhelmed its the only class you can focus on

This is the best teacher I have ever had. She is patient,intelligent, knowledgeble and has a great sense of humor. She is always there to help and knows the answers to all questions asked by students.

She is an amazing teacher! Always gives you the right information needed for the tests! The best teacher I have ever had! The work load is a lot but it is not hard because she is willing to help you comprehend it

She's one of the sweetest teachers I have ever had! So long as you're willing to work she's willing to help. Her tests can be hard but as long as you study the OCW's and read your lab manual you'll do fine! She offers a ton of extra credit to help buffer the tests and so long as you answer all the labwork relatively correctly she'll give you a98

Professor Horlings is the best teacher I have ever had. This is a hard class and requires a lot of work so be prepared to study. She is an amazing teacher! She is eager to help and is very passionate about BIO. :)

For some reason she was always rude to me, however she is a teacher who is very helpful, offers lots of extra credit, and gives you all the tools you need to succeed.

Dr Horlings is knowledgeable, passionate and loves what she does! The course definitely has a full workload, but she is organized, concise, and specific about what she expects and what needs to be done to pass the course. She offers a tremendous amount of extra credit giving her students every opportunity to do well. It is a great class! :0)

This class was amazing! Yes, the material challenging, but why take the course if you don't want to learn? Quick email responses, extremely helpful, always answered questions and even went as far as finding extra resources! She is knowledgeable and uses technology. Best class for anyone who wants to learn. DR. JANE ROCKS!

I took this course as a full-time student (16 credits), worked part-time and I am a mommy - I passed and I earned an 'A'. Apply yourself and you will get so much out of this class. Dr Horlings is eager to share her love for biology. Helpful, extremely competent, and uses so many examples in the real world. Take her if you care about learning.

Must work hard in this class. Lot of things are covered. Took it online and it was great. Just like any other classes, must study hard to earn the grade you want. Prof. Horlings is super organized. She gives supplements which are very helpful. I really enjoyed this class. She is great!

Taking her online class and it is by far the most work I have EVER done for any class. If you want an easy class do not take this one. She is a great teacher though and is very helpful. Bottom line, extremely full work load. There are 2 homework assignments, 10 page paper to write, field trips, mid term/final.But if you do the work you will be ok!

Hands down the best professor I have had! Yes it is a lot of work, and yes she does make you earn your grade but are you not in college to LEARN!? If you want to succeed in your future biology/science classes she is a MUST! I wish all my prof were as committed to their students success as Jane is!

Dr Horlings is an excellent professor. She prepares you for your future classes very well. You have to earn your grade, but that's what college and life is all about. I got an A in the class, and i was a full time 16 credit student. She's very helpful and such a sweet natured lady. Take her if you want to learn! Love Dr Horlings!

Weekly PowerPoint lecture and HW (~40 questions each), takes 2-3 hours to do, 90% of material comes direct from slides. Three exams, each with several extra credit questions. One long research paper, your choice of topic. Start the research paper and do the field trips early. Class moves at a fast pace. Don't take it if you can't motivate yourself

I took the hybrid BIO 20 course and was pleased with the outcome. While there's a ton of busy-work on a weekly basis, it's beneficial and effective. (also constant EC opportunities!) It's hard at first to get used to her teaching method, but you'll ease into it. She's very helpful and kind. I'll be taking her anatomy course next semester.

I took her hybrid Biology 20 class. It wasn't bad but her work load is immense (especially for 3 units) so don't take this if you already have a heavy load. Don't bother buying the textbook just use her notes and some online resources and you'll be fine. Do the study guides before each test, it really helps. Show up for the labs and you'll be fine.

The weekly assignments are easy but the exams are hard. Study Guides were 10 to 15 pages long and she expects you to know A LOT by memory. Exams are long and the questions are specific.

I enjoyed Professor Horlings Intro to Biology course. Although her class had a heavy workload, I learned so much & feel so much more prepared for a University. She gave her students every possibility to succeed in her class. There are plenty of extra credit opportunities & all provide another avenue of memorizing & understanding the materials.

I would suggest reading the book along with her lectures. It is an overload of information sometimes, but all of it valuable. It can be understood. I enjoyed her class because of how much help she offered. Even the online portion had an option to Skype her and ask her questions. She is very passionate about the subject. Which helps me stay motivat

I had Bio20 and Bio11 with professor Horlings. If you want an "A" you need to study from the week one; read the text book along with her chapters. She replies to her emails immediately so send her an email whenever you have question. She loads a lot of work to do that's why you will learn a lot in her class with doing all of her assignments.

I loved this class! There is a lot of busy work, but it's all for your own benefit and really helps you learn the content. The OCWs have all the information you really need for the class, so I would skip out on the textbook unless you need the extra help. There are plenty of EC opportunities too if you need the extra push for your grade!