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“honestly she doesn't have any patience to listen other students and she doesn't have any helpful mind to help the students”
SSY101 - 1.0 rating“At best she just wont know the answer because she only wants to teach the answers to the test & not the actual subject (this is psy 101)”
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Reviews (111)
Avery helpful teacher.
She jumps from one thing to something totally unrelated (sometimes have nothing to do with class)
bad teacher
like what she always says "my mouth is faster than my brain"....very true....she makes me wonder if psychology really makes people go insane
unclear in presenting lessons,she is the example of all the neurotic topics in psychology. she messed up my studies.
NOT CLEAR AS A PROFESSOR OF PSYCH, NOT HELPFUL, BUT AT SAME TIME GOOD GRADER EXCEPT FINAL GRADE (ALWAYS LATE!!)
She was okay, kinda nice but just a little slow. Seemed like it was hard for her to profess and stick to one subject at a time. Confused us a sometimes but I guess it could have been worse.
How can you not like this teacher. You can have fun in her class, and not have to get very far into psych and still get an A as i did. Sure she's off topic half the time, but the class won't kick your ass, the tests are easy, and no homework or finsal projects
how can all of not like this teacher? she is of the best in the school.She gives you less work than all the others and a fair amount of work and you dislike her(shame).Vivian is a very good teacher, a great personality and if you disagre, you have issues.
she is not clear at all. She makes lectures more confusing and uncomfortable and she doesn't like to be helpful
she is a very cool laid back lady. she is extremely nice, and prepares you well for her exams. you would be a fool not to take her class. she is one of the coolest professors i have ever had.
she's funny & very into what she's saying but the only thing is her test.. she makes you give long answers ( the longer the better ) you really have to memorize material word for word to do well on her tests.
Will give you a break. A good chance of passing. Too many quizes though.
I took her a few semesters ago and to be honest I learned a lot from her. Yes, She gives us a lot of material to work with but she is lenient.It is what you put into your work you get from it. A professor does not give a student a grade, the student earns it.
She's a nice prof. Her exams are fair, prepares you well on her exams but she wants a longer answer (a paragraph). She doesn't give a lot of homeworks. So, I will highly recommend her, you won't be disappointed.
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she was an unfair teacher.
A great teacher!!! I love her!! she teaches mad clear and her tests are mad easy! just go over everthing she gives in class easy A on tests!
She is great. And she gives exact questions before the test.
i really liked her! she was a wonderful teacher and i think she cared about her students, because i was always a loner in class. she told me one day while i was sitting outside alone that she appreciated me, and that i do really well in her class. i felt really pretty good :) i'm not depressed or anything i just like to keep to myself.
i dont think she is a good cause' she's so TEMPERAMENTAL person and gave a lot of HM. she loves a long specific corect answer for each exams, so if u answered small, u don't have nothing.
she was great, she helped me a lot and if i could take her for psychology 240 i would. All you got to do is pay attention to her examples and when she gives out the question sheets make sure you go over them because her tests and quizes are straight from the sheet. ~Good luck~
GREAT TEACHER! She wanted us to write exactly what she taught in the tests and from the hand-outs. At first I got an F but my last two tests I got A's. Ovarall for the class I got an A. Great Teacher.
She is a real ass kicker she wants long answers to test questions and she doent even explain what shw wants. She is a hard teacher and I didn't understand what she wanted from me.
Great teacher, uses alot of videos, and presentations. makes it interactive. Tests are simple, she reviews for all exams. Most of them are really simmiliar to what she tells you to review.Its pretty much straight foward. She's a fantastic teacher, though she kinda dozes off lol. she uses the book, but you can slip by just using her lectures.
she's the best! i love her. Very sweet. You'll do really well as long as you study her handouts & notes.
This class is any easy A. She's a good professor, lenient, understanding, and motivating . Shes a little ditsy but I thought that's what made her so funny. I recommend her to anyone looking to take this class. I enjoyed it.
loved her teaching. listen, take note, and study the book based on her lectures, and you'll get an A. highly recommended!
this prof. is crazy she needs to see a psch. She is very hard on her exams and gives hard grades. I had to fight her on my final grade because she gave me a D.4 months later she gave me a C. she is very forgetful with the homework and the extra credit,thank god it is over.She is real lunny
easy teacher..if you dont read or study from the textbook then you wont do well.. Answers for test are always gone over
really easy class, for those who didnt get an A in her class obviously didnt even bother opening a textbook because all the answers are right there..she helps go over the questions right before the test...she also brought videos in to help ease the material...Id take her again
this class was pretty good.. i enjoyed it. so got to the point and didnt give us unnessary info. :) i would recommend her
She is very kind and helpful, she may get off track but obviously has a firm knowledge of psychology. She tries not to get too in depth so as not to confuse students. She gives make up exams and she only keeps the top 5 grades out of around 8 quizzes. As long as you pay attention in class and take notes, this class is an easy A!
She's really helpful, very, very, trust me! She's a nice woman, she is willing to everyone in her class, and she is very responsible. She gave us almost all the problems on the final exam before, and we had no mid-term exam, you just looking up and it is easy to get an A. Believe me, take her class, you will be fine there.
This lady is too good. I never get bored in her class. If you study this class is an easy A. Pay attention to her videos. Very good at notes. I love this class.
If you pay attention during class and study with the text book, you will get an A. She is not helpful as much as other teachers I had. She seems she doesn't like being asked lots of questions. Anyway, if you understand the text book well, you're grade is promised.
Great professor, No midterm,just a quiz a week where she drops the 2 lowest grades out of 12 read the book and notes and handouts and you're guranteed an A, we had a sit in tutor, use him before the quiz and you will not only know the material but understand it. It is a very interesting class and you NEED an A for certain majors.
This professor truly understands psychology and how student's minds work. She quizzes weekly instead of cramming everything in one midterm. She takes time to prepare handouts that outline the material prior to each quiz. Drops the 2 lowest grades, there is no way to fail, unless you're super lazy.
she is not a fair grader
I don't know what these other students are talking about. This professor tells you exactly what to study for, gives you an old final exam with the answers to study, and gives extra questions on all of her exams so you can get questions wrong but still get an 100+. All you have to do is study the material on the handle outs and class notes.
all quiz and final have extra question 5 question, even you got wrong you still can have 100! Make sure you read the textbook and write down her notes then it's a easy class for you!
for the final study from all the previous quizzes...listen and take notes...u cud get an a, but really focus during her class and write down as much as possible. i got an a- and over 90's in all her tests, and i just studied for 15 mins before her classes
I didnt even study until 10 mins b4 her class started and got an A. She is a great profeesor however she can be forgetful at times about collecting or grading work. I recommend her to all who wants 2 take SSY101
She is excellent. Very smart, approachable, works hard. Her class was a highlight of my day. Motivates you, sense of humor, gets to know students. Evens material out well and offers review sheets for quizzes -some surprises but can't hand it all away. Invest enough time and you'll do well.
This professor is amazing! Very clear with explanations, if you pay attention during the class you'll be sure to get an A!
she is the best professor in lagcc.
she is a very nice professor, whatever she teach in class we can see in her exams. also, her class is not boring
she is a very nice professor, whatever she teach in class we can see in her exams. also, her class is not boring.
she is the best professor ever! her teaching is very clear and she tries to give you extra credit. if you do all the assignments that she gives you, you will definately get an A.
She is a good teacher, it is not very easy , but if you study you are guranteed an A,I did get an A , but I spent about 4 hors a week studying.Take her if you want an A and still want to learn .
Very easy class...didn't have to study that much.I took a week off and explained my situation to her and she understood. Make sure you write down wat she writes on the board and wat she repeats. They will defiantly be on her quizzes.Drops the lowest 2 quizzes. Can't complain. Excellent teacher!!!
She is a very good teacher, I am a foreign student and I was afraid to take General Psychology as one of my first classes but she made me feel confident.
She's very easy and i like the way she teaches. Her test were so easy and she drops the lowest grade. I enjoyed her class and got an A! i would definitely recommend her!
She was very easy, if you studied the book and lectures you were good for the test! I got an A. So don't matter how corny she tried to be but I liked her
Easy and you'll learn. I got a C+ and I was absent and late 10 time or more and did a lousy job on quizzes. Still, she was generous enough to give me an alright grade.
Just finished her class, loved it!! She's a great professor. Always tries to make students laugh, gives you chances too.. Just take lots of notes, do well on the quizzes, read the book and don't miss any class. Got an A!! :) . I recommend her! definitely.
She knows what she's teaching, and is very easy going on class assignments. Just make sure she doesn't see you on your cell phone or walking out of class numerous times to use the restroom. She highly dislikes it and will embarass you in front of the whole class..She gives excellent quiz and exam reviews. You will learn in her class!!!
One of the best teachers. She's very clear and gives you everything you need to know in class. She mad the class fun and interesting. Highly recommend her.
She is the best professor I ever had. If you are the lazy type, this class is perfect for you. She gives out quizzes almost every week but they are easy. Just review the handout she give out & review your notes from class. She tries to make the class interesting and fun. Don't buy the textbook we didn't even use the book at all.
Great reviews for all quizzes. If you study those you are guaranteed an A. Final is all quizzes combined plus some info from lectures. Overall very glad I had her....study to comprehension ratio isn't bad 1-2 hrs a week for quiz and you ace them.
BEST PSYCH PROF AT LAGCC VERY EASY GOING GIVE QUIZES EVERY WEEK & MOST OF THE INFORMATION ON THE QUIZ IS FROM HANDOUTS. VERY HELPFUL & GIVES YOU THE OPPORTUNITY TO PARTICIPATE. IF YOU STUDY THE HANDOUTS AND PAY ATTENTION TO THE VIDEOS YOU'LL DO FINE. HAD HER IN THE SIX WEEKS SETION AND GOT A B+. SHE ALSO GIVE YOU THE OPPORTUNITY TO RETAKE ONE QUIZ
She is great. I just finished her class and I learnt a lot.
She is the best psycho prof. You just need to learn her handout and the notes... She give u quiz every week which is v easy if u study little, final is also quiz which is also v easy... i definitely recommend u to take her class..She is very easy A prof....
She is an easy professor who teaches really well.... don't miss any of her class and NEVER POSTPONE your quizzes coz late test takers don't get the extra questions.... she tries hard to be funny but nonetheless you will enjoy and get an easy A... if u go through her handouts and make sure to take notes
The best psych prof. at LAGCC! She is very easy going. She gives quizzes every week. She gives handouts to study for the quizzes. All you need to do is study them, then you will do well.
She is a wonderful professor. Take her its an easy A. She gives you lots of multiple choice practice questions which are exactly what will be on her test. Study what she tells you to and you will do great!
The best Psychology prof in lagcc. If you want to learn and earn good grades, take her. Her classes are interesting. She gives quizzes every week. Attendance is important. She wants her students to succeed.
Best Professor EVERRRRR!!! All you have to do is show up read over every handout she gives because that will be on the test .. honestly you do not need the textbook i didn't waste my time purchasing one .. but she is extremely fair and she drops the lowest grade can be a little bit weird but in the end she teaches you a lot take the 6 week course
VERY, VERY good teacher! Makes it look so easy, u just wander how some students don't get it! I am so glad I am in her class. She makes the info from the book apply to real life and that's how u actually learn, very interesting... She is also funny, btw :))
She is a great professor!!! I recommend o take her class.
GREAT PROFESSOR! TAKE HER! her lectures are fun and interesting, if you read the book and review the handouts you will pass the class for sure & with a great grade too. She gives 6 quizzes and some of the questions will be recycled into the final :) loved this class wish I could take more classes with her. Wasn't hard to get A.
Great professor I really learned a lot from her makes classes fun. Very fair grader, if you study her handouts plus review book you will do good, don't have to buy a book.
She was very helpful and give out extra credit questions in tests which helped me receive n A. The textbook is also very helpful but you should loan the book and not buy it
She explains very well and applies everything to situations from life. If you don't study, it's ur fault, not hers. This is a class where u need to pay attention but she is really good and her lectures are super interesting. She is funny too. I highly recommend her. Wish my major required more psychology classes. I'd be choosing her all the time!
she was great nothing really to talk about but she is very caring but sometimes seem very numb
Professor Viviani is the best. I highly recommend her!! You have to attend her lectures and read the material she gives you. If I could take her again I would!
Be on time and show up. Very easy to talk with. Funny but corny sometimes and she knows it. She will even laugh at herself. Work is easy. Gives great review quizzes for tests. She doesn't like being disrespected and will let you know quickly. Read the book and take the online pretests and u will get an A.
if you want an A take her class ,she give reviews. what ever is on the review is on the test..
Great proffessor
Really great, down to earth, funny and understanding professor. Attend every class on time, participate and study. She is very easy going and makes the coursework very interesting and manageable.
Do all the practices that given u and u are guaranteed to pass. She gives extra credit on every single Quiz and the final is just a review of all the material in the quiz in a different format. 50 questions on the finals that count 10 extra credit (this is a final, c'mon, you can't get luckier than that). And 3 extra credit every quiz. Love her.
Her explanations are too confusing because she cant finish a sentence without changing ideas. If you ask her to explain more a topic (that strays from the textbook definition), she gets upset and says "No no no". At best she just wont know the answer because she only wants to teach the answers to the test & not the actual subject (this is psy 101)
She is a good professor. As long as you read the book and her outline, it's not hard to get A. And no textbook needed.
She is a tough grader she gives u extra credit yes but you gotta struggle for it she gives u note . However the quizzes question are out of space I was blanked for the first two paper!!????? She is not that bad.
She is confusing sometimes. But I took her in short session. As long as you read her notes and practice quizzes its easy A. She gives 3 extra credits on every quiz and 10 on final.
She makes the material easy to understand. Gives/shows a lot of examples to explain things further. Gives an insane amount of extra credit on all the quizzes and the final... which means that you have tons of opportunity to pass. Study her outlines for each lecture and you're good to go.
One of the best Professor of Laguardia. Her classes were very interesting, effective and useful for real life. I wish she had taught developmental psychology as well.... Never never forget such a remarkable professor.
Being her student was an amazing experience. She makes the Psychology course so interesting and easy(using PowerPoints) that you won't feel bored for a second. She provides chapter's outline before every lecture(you don't need to buy a book) with practice questions for quizzes. There is always an extra credit for every quiz, and for finals.
Great prof. You wont need the text book. Her quizzes are easy but the final you need to study alot. Easy A.
great teacher
She is very patient and states clearly exactly what you have to get done, she even gives you a clear cut checklist. She cares very much about your future and will take the time to sit down with you and discuss any steps towards future plans. All in all a very good teacher.
If you pay attention, it's quite an easy class. Her quizzes are extremely easy. Study and you'll do fine.
even though she gets off topic , and has her mood swings overall shes a great professor
she is not in good explanation. even though she is not so helpful like other professors.
honestly she doesn't have any patience to listen other students and she doesn't have any helpful mind to help the students.
Had her for First year seminar, she was a good professor
You wont need to buy the expensive text book, study her handouts and power points, watch the crash course YouTube videos and youll get an A, also she gives LOTS of extra credit, like for showing up on time or for following directions, doing the assignments, etc
Took her for the short session, 6 quizzes 17 multiple choice, and a final exam. Dont buy the expensive textbook just study her handouts and download an old version online. Shes an okay professor, I wont recommend her if you arent active and responsible for your own self. She falls off topic so you have to teach yourself.
Great teacher!
Show up do the work and you will pass. She clearly states states what she wants and its even written for you . She does have attitude at times and gets emotional just stay quite smile talk when she ask and do your work youll get a a
I began to Love psychology after taking her clas, having her as a professor was a pleasure. She cares about her students and is very understanding . Shes very clear from the beginning, and gives out great study guides. The otline she gives out for quizzes are very HELPFUL!
Great teacher who provides a lot of needed material and preparation for your success. If you read your material you will be fine.
she is not a tough grader at all, and is usually very nice. she doesn't do work online, nothing is given or submitted online so be prepared to have man, many handouts. overall very clear lectures and takes time to explain the material if you don't understand it. be sure to give in work on time because she will not work with you with due dates.
By far the best teacher I've encountered! She's very organized and all her handouts are meant to help you. She also gives you an outline on a quiz beforehand so you can prepare for. If you're aiming for an A, then get high 90's on all your quizzes, don't be on your phone, smile, and be on time. She helps you fully understand with tons of examples.
Amazing professor. I am so happy to have been in her class. Pay attention, be on time, stay off your phone (common sense respect in the classroom). She provides handouts and detailed powerpoint presentations. She takes the time to explain any questions. You also will get extra credit opportunities so you can earn an A.
I love this professor! She is really kind and experienced. She gives a lot of quizzes but it is to your benefit so you can get extra credit/ many opportunities for an A. She also gives you all of the reading material you need with handouts. Be on time and pay attention and you will do well in her class. Would definitely recommend!
Very rude and sensitive to opinions
Loses assignments often only accepts hard copies and doesnt use computers, shes disrespectful and gets angry easily just avoid
She doesn't give any feedback! We handed in a Research paper in April and was offered to get our grade on June 6th! After the last day of class! How?? She also can be very rude! doesn't like to be questioned on anything! it's her way or the highway... not sure how that works for this type of class. maybe she should stick to SSY 101 and not SYF 101
barely passed. Worst professor I've ever had, very unorganized. assignments really are unnecessarily abundant.
horrible. unorganized. very rude and one of the meanest teachers I've ever met
Class Info
Attendance Mandatory
100%
Textbook Required
28%
Grade Predictor
Your expected effort level
Predicted Grade
A-
Grade Distribution
Common Tags
Rating Trend
Stable
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78011746
5.0
(1)GROUPDYNAMICS
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(1)SSY210
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