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Reviews (163)
This lady is amazing. Her questions make you apply what you've learned (especially basic concepts) but none of that tricky petty stuff. Super helpful, super straight-forward. She's stern when she needs to be but that way she approaches the subject makes you not want to let her down. ONE OF THE BEST! She's a gem at MCC. We're lucky to have her.
Everything from notes is fair game for tests, and not too much more at all. Very straight-forward and extremely fair. Awsome at giving notes (but writes faster than lightening so bring a laptop). 4 tests, 1 open notes, cumulative final. 4 essays. I left this class knowing a ton, mostly bc she has a great way of simplifying things!
professor raymond is one of the best teachers ive ever had. the class itself is very hard, but she tries her hardest to make things easy for us. she understands her students and is a fun and helpful teacher. i honestly dont think i would have passed this class if i didnt have her as my teacher.
Best Micro teacher I have had to date. Very funny and has crazy stories. Very knowledgeable about the subject and explains the information well.
Dr. Raymond is by far the best instructor I've had at MCC. Her "true stories" are hilarious! All her tests came straight from her lecture notes. The one thing she could work on, is when a student asks a question, sometimes she'll say "hold on to that thought, and we'll revisit it in the chapter." well that never came....
Dr. Raymond was great. Everything on the test came straight from the notes. You will not pass this class without studying the notes as she goes super fast in class. Gives very helpful analogies and lots of stories to help you remember the most important stuff. By far the best teacher I've had in the BIO dept.
The written notes and Lab study guides are the key. Super helpful but don't be a tool and try to cheat like we had in this summer sections. She was very patient.
Don't be a doofus, pay attention in class, and you'll do fine. She does go on tangents when she lectures, but it's part of her method of helping you remember stuff. So humor her, and chuckle at her jokes, even when they're not knee slappers. Overall fun teacher with personality.
I was so blessed to have her as a micro teacher. This was the first class I was actually excited to go to, and she kept my attention through her great energy and sense of humor through all of her lectures. I have taken biology since highschool, but it was the first time anything began to make sense. She explains everything as if she was in our shoe
Forget powerpoints from prior lifetime-get real knowledge from the world class professor!Dr.Raymond gives you all you need to be successful, just go to class, pay Attention 100% and do the work. She does write on the board and she does explain things, so interaction and questions are mandatory. You will love micro by the end of class.
Absolutely love Dr. Raymond! Not only can she present the information in the most basic way possible but she is hilarious while doing so. I took her almost 2 semesters ago and her stories still help with remembering things. I would definately take the class again just for the funny (but helpful and educational) stories!
Every other comment on here has been true, I would like to stress however that she has a very "strong" personality. I found it to be enjoyable at first but began to wear on my nerves towards the end of the semester. If you want someone straight to the point and not over the top I would avoid.
She is the BEST teacher I've ever had! She explains everything you need to know for the lecture and lab tests. You must attend class in order to get the notes because she does write on the board. It's not bad at all! For the tests our class averages were always B's! Everyone should take her for micro! She's awesome!
BEST TEACHER EVER! Made the class easy! You have to attend class to get the notes because she does write on the board BUT she explains everything in real basic terms and DOES NOT try to trip you up on tests. She is a gem, best teacher at MCC by far!!
She is an awesome teacher! She loves Micro and it shows. She writes on the board instead of doing ridiculous power points. She tells lots of personal stories pertaining to micro which makes it interesting. I always loved going to class. She's also easy to approach if you ever need help. I highly recommend taking her for micro!
This woman is an amazing teacher. She has a passion for Micro and it shows. I was dreading this class, but it actually turned out to be one of the best classes I have ever taken. Her tests are straight forward and she even gives clues as to what she will ask. Go to class and lab and you will get an A.
She is amazing. I took her over the summer and thought it would be horrible, but it has been one of my favorite classes thanks to her. Just study the notes she writes on the board and you'll be fine.
I was SO impressed by Dr. Raymond. She is HILARIOUS, and makes the entire class fun. I never anticipated to enjoy this class nearly as much as I did! TAKE HER!!! TRUST.
Never thought I would like Microbiology until I had Dr. Raymond for a teacher. She is amazing. If you take anyone else, you're missing out. She is very helpful in lab! She talks fast, so use your laptop for notes. All assignments are a must! If you work hard, you'll get an A.
I really enjoyed going to her class,she makes it fun,is not easy but she does explain in what she calls peoples words.So far she is the Best teacher I ever had! I will always remember her she is awesome.
Professor Raymond is everything you are looking for in a teacher. She's very knowledgeable, helpful and has a great sense of humor. The questions on the tests are pretty straightforward; just attend class and study your notes later. She really wants you to succeed. I would take another class with her in a heartbeat !
THE best teacher I have ever had in my life! I wish she could have taught all of my other classes! She is super knowledgeable, and makes the material really fun, easy, and relevant. I HIGHLY recommend her to anyone! As long as you show up for class and make an effort to study you can't fail. Also no text book required. She writes on the board!
awsome teacher a must have
She was the most awesome teacher I have ever had! If I could have her for every class I would. She never talks down and has a great sense of humor. I loved her! She made micro fun! Still had to study but you knew what you had to study. Great study guides and tools.
Dr. raymound trulely is a wonderful teacher she is passionate about her work and it shows. She is very helpful willing to answer all your question no matter how many. Test are straight forward and not tricky as long as you read your notes and the packets she hand out. I wanted to take her again so i signed up for another class she is teaching.
Her teaching style makes the information easy to comprehend and retain.
Great Teacher, really knows what she is talking about. She is real hard on you on the essay questions, the tests were real hard, plan on studying a lot if you want to do well.
Honestly, Jill Raymond is my favorite teacher I have ever had to date. She doesn't require the book, because she does all her notes on the board. With that being said, she puts everything she wants you to know on there. Her mood keeps you wanting to return. Her exams are straight forward, and she gives LOTS of hints as to what you'll see on exams.
I had Dr. Raymond for three classes. I loved her! She was not only a great teacher and new her subjects but she also was hilarious. She had very interesting stories that went along with the lesson. Made every day very interesting. Would def take her for all classes if I could, but she no longer works in IL.
I wouldn't recommend taking her for summer school. Notetaking was extensive and fast. Tests or quizzes were often. I had hand cramps taking notes all period & I usually like taking notes. Too many that I couldn't pause & process. Entertaining but she teaches very rushed. I wouldn't take her class again. I prefer powerpoints with questions answered.
Great Professor. Lots of note taking, but doesn't give you any unneeded information. Tests aren't too difficult if you study a little every day.
Great and fun teacher! However, her tests are very difficult and the note taking is quite excessive making it difficult to digest and study all of the material required on a test. I have studided for days for lecture exams and had a C average on every test.
Dr Raymond is a great teacher. Best part of this class is she is freakin hysterical & you don't have to purchase a book! This class is HARD but she gives real life examples that help a LOT in remembering things. She is old school--all notes are on the board and you write them down. Too many notes. Tests are very hard though with way too much info!
funniest teacher ever! her lecture tests and practicals are really hard so study study study!
She is very knowledgeable in this subject but her test are hard. Lots of note taking and studying. The test usually had around 80 questions and then short answer questions. But they were far from short answers. More like an essay! Overall she was a good instructor, but I would recommend taking this class by itself.
THIS CLASS IS HARD! STUDY STUDY STUDY! She writes everything on the board but you might as well read and memorize everything on the chapter from your book when it comes to the Lec exams. You have to put a lot of time into studying for both Lec and Lab. You CAN pass this class but prepare for many sleepless nights. Quizzes are online and easy.
Jill Raymond is my favorite instructor I have had!! Very personable, uses real life examples to help you understand the concepts.She is hilarious!Test questions/lab practicals are taken directly from your notes which she spells out.She basically holds your hand and tells you exactly what will be on the test. Doesn't get any easier than that! Easy A
She is the worst teacher I ever had. It doesn't matter how hard you study. She writes her exams in a way to trick and confuse you. It's more like a game to her to see how many students could actually figure out the correct answer. Don't take her class. Please please just don't. She's picky with her grades.
Best teacher I have ever had. I want her to be my best friend, she is that cool. She knows her stuff and truly wants everyone to succeed. Easy peasy quizzes online and the lab is so fun. Don't think you can do nothing in this class though. I changed my major because of this class. TAKE RAYMOND OR YOU WILL REGRET IT.
I chose this teacher based on site's comments. Had miserable experience. Yes, she knows her subject but all she made us do was write notes non stop. This is the first science course I ever disliked due to the method taught. Her tests were tricky. First time I didn't get an A in a science course & I STUDIED! Sure, she's funny but not a good teacher.
Dr. Raymond is the best!!! Recommend taking her class to EVERYONE! you will get an A easy, just pay attention in class. hard not to pay attention because her lectures are so funny! her class is like a micro bio comedy class! Fun Fun Fun class!
I learned more in Dr. Raymond's Micro class than any class I have ever taken. Yes, Microbiology is a difficult subject. But you can earn an A with work. As mentioned, all notes are copied off the board. These notes have been invaluable to me in nursing school and I refer to them often. Dr. Raymond is my all time favorite!
One of the best teachers I've ever had. You learn so much and though the material can be tough, she is very clear about what she wants from you. Just make sure you keep up and know what's going on.
Jill Raymond has been by far my most favorite teacher EVER!!! I enjoyed everything about her class. Don't get me wrong it is challenging but you learn so much if you just stay on top of all your work. Plus, you Can Not Miss her lectures! They are THE BEST EVER! She is AWESOME! Took Class Spring13
Raymond is seriously the best teacher I have ever had. She WANTS you to understand because she knows that a majority of her class is Allied Health. Her lectures are bomb and lab is just as much fun. Don't get me wrong, TESTS ARE HARD. But if you study, you'll pass. Down to earth, and her stories help you learn the lecture material WAY better. A++++
Jill Raymond is by far the best online instructor I have ever had! She is very quick to respond to questions and she grades fairly. I have never seen an online class better organized and cooperative! I definitely recommend her!
I adored this class. Don't get me wrong, the material can be difficult. It is a class you will have to work at, but Dr Raymond made it fun and digestible. She has a ton of enthusiasm! She is smart, perky, very clear, and stays on topic. I wasn't so thrilled to take this class but I was pleasantly surprised! Take her...you wont regret it!
Dr. Raymond is one of the best professors at mcc. She is so passionate about what she teaches and she WANTS you to understand. She makes you want to show up and pay attention. Her stories during lecture are great but also helpful when it comes to remembering things. Take this class from her!!
AMAZING prof. The best. Dr. Raymond knows her material and presents it with personality. Not what you expect when you think science. Lectures are clear, concise, well paced and often have you laughing so hard you're crying. I've never loved a difficult class more than this one. Even if you don't have to take microbiology, take this class!
Awesome class!! I was nervous to take this class because of what I had heard, but probably one of my Favorite classes I have taken thus far. Jill makes learning a blast, I was sad when the semester was over! She is super helpful, straightforward, clear, aNd wants you to succeed. She writes Everything On the board, No PowerPoint! Hallelujah!
Dr. Raymond is the BEST! She relates most of the material to real life so you can understand what you're learning. She is SO easygoing, funny and passionate about what she teaches. The material is difficult but if you show up, pay attention, and take notes she will gladly help you with anything you don't understand. BEST PROFESSOR I HAVE EVER HAD!!
I absolutely love Mrs. Raymond, she is so intelligent in the microbiology world. Its nice to have a teacher that is so passionate about what she teaches. I hadn't had a teacher who actually writes on the board in a LONG time. I changed my major thanks to her. She is difficult in tests but you have to TRY to fail. I would def take again!!
AMAZING!!! I don't know how else to describe her ! She was born to teach!! She makes lecture interesting, no powerpoints so you must go to class to get info. I came into Micro scared and thinking I was going to hate this class, I was wrong Dr. Raymond made me LOVE micro! She tells you exactly what you need to study for on the tests and practicals.
Absolutely Amazing!!!! I loved her class -- she should have been a stand up comedian. She rocks the material old school style by writing on the dry erase board. All the notes she writes out for you - NO POWER POINT! Important for you to attend class. Tough but fair grader - she tells you what you need to know to pass. She loves her job.
Dr. Raymond is a very passionate teacher who knows her stuffloves to teach. Her lectures are SO funny, she always had me cracking up! She makes learning Micro fun and interesting and helps make things easier to understand. She really does make you work for your grade and does not give extra credit. Put in the time and effort and you will get an A.
Jill was hilarious but also very passionate about this subject. Her enthusiasm made it easy for me to learn and enjoy the class myself. The labs were incredibly cool. She never used a power point, aside from showing pictures of the microbes, which helped me retain the information. HIGHLY recommend her. The class can be easy IF you apply yourself!
the professor is great, but i had a high B and she wouldnt curve it up to an A. She gives no extra credit whatsoever and her exams are hard. i took her hybrid course, and it was tough but doable. you have to stay on top of the assignment and read to book to pass this course.
Honestly my favorite teacher ever!!! I loved her class and she got me really interested in infectious disease. Not only does she make the class interesting but its overall fun! She is always hilarious but you learn a lot too!! I would totally take this class again and I am so glad that I took it with her! Advice that I have is study study study!
AWESOME, she is very clear about what she wants on her lecture exams and lab exams. She handwrites everything, and she has cool stories to go with some of the subjects we talk about. Hilarious! You need to put in the time and effort if you want to pass this class, the test are hard but if you study your notes you can pass!
I had to take this online but absolutely did not want to. I am so lucky to have gotten Jill as an instructor. She clearly wants you to succeed. There is a decent amount of work but it is not difficult and most of the time you get to pick what you want to study. Don't buy the book.
This class has some info that overlaps from anatomy and she explains it so well. If you are unsure about nursing take her class, she gives practical approaches. She writes all notes on board and only tests from those notes. Tests are multi-choice, not worded to trick, and short answer Q's given before test. I wish she taught anatomy. Lab was easy!
Hallelujah for teachers like DR. RAYMOND! She is the best professor I've ever had. She ignited within me a love and passion for science. She was born to teach, and she is beyond brilliant (but in a down to earth way.) She is someone you want to be best friends with, because she's hilarious. She is so patient and crystal clear in her explanations.
PROS: Awesome teacher, hilarious lectures, fun and easy labs! CONS: Lab exams are not multiple choice. Lecture exams have essay questions, although she does give them to you prior to the exam. "Core Content", these are additional packets given to you that are included on the lecture exams that you need to study on your own. Concepts from BIO160.
Lectures are interesting, they don't drag on. Uses real life stories to sink the lesson in. Dr. Raymond is one of "those teachers" who really teaches for YOUR best, not hers. I already have a separate degree and she is the best teacher that I have had yet. I would definitely take one of her classes again. Phenomenal teacher...
Bring a laptop, NO POWER POINTS. Lecture DRAGGED ON, thats why she extended lecture to lab. Real life examples are used, but one example is good enough! There are essay questions from BIO 160, 181, 201 & 202. A packet is given but this is an ADDITION to the lecture exam. Labs are all written. Tests are extremely tough!! Study ahead!!
Tests are NOT tough. She literally gives you absolutely everything you need. It's up to you if you want to put in the work to learn it. Absolutely NO surprises. Tests are lecture info saturated. Literally. She won't miss a thing on a test and it really is up to you to take the time to learn it or not. Your choice. But she's a great teacher.
Sure, the tests are hard. IF YOU DON'T STUDY. She gives you everything you need to know in lecture. Yes, there are extra packets of info. Study them and you are fine. Her questions are straight forward and totally reasonable. Again, no surprises. She even gives you all but one of the short answers. Who else does that? Do the work.
I have been to MCC and CGCC and hands down, she is one of the BEST instructors I think I've ever had. She TEACHES YOU! Its amazing. She is passionate. As long as you show up to class and write down notes and study them there is literally no reason why anyone should not pass this class. You have to try and you might find yourself actually love it.
I can say that I have never enjoyed a class more. Dr. Raymond is a very dynamic speaker and her lectures are hilarious and entertaining. You take notes which is great because you really learn the material. She takes what could be a very dry subject and makes it dynamic. I always looked forward to lab and class. It is challenging and you MUST study!
She's amazing, take her for Bio 205 AND you WONT regret it. study hard and you will definitely get the grade you want. she makes lecture and lab fun. amazing personality and professor. she will make u love micro
She's an amazing teacher! I learned so much from her! She writes on the board and you write down everything she writes, and that is your textbook. I remembered so much more of the material because of that. I wasn't only hearing her teach, I was also writing it too! I would highly recommend her as a teacher.
I was so scared to take Micro, but she made this class so enjoyable! She writes all of the notes on the board and everything on the exams are taken from there! The lectures are very entertaining. You have to work for your grade, but I highly suggest taking her!
Jill is an absolute gem! Her enthusiasm for microbes is infectious (haha)! If you hit a snag in your semester and you have been working hard, she will do anything in her power to help you. Microbes Rule!
I took Bio205 with another instructor and withdrew. I decided to take it with Dr. Raymond and the class was much simpler. She has this sarcastic sense of humor that's hilarious and she tells stories during lecture. There are plenty of opportunities for extra points. She's a tough grader but she will let you know what to study. Do not miss class!!
Ms. Raymond is an amazing teacher!!! She has so much knowledge & experience & shares all her very interesting & funny stories that are related to the topic, which helps you pay attention in class. Micro is a hard class, but she makes the lectures & labs interesting & tries to make them as easy as possible. You still must study to pass though.
Professor Raymond is a really good teacher, but this class is tough. Most of your grade is based on the tests and her tests are a lot of material from her lectures and an additional packet that you need to learn on your own. If you have a lot of time to study then you should take her class it is pretty interesting.
Jill is great! I would recommend her for anyone needing a science credit. There's a ton of homework, but there isn't a single test in her online class. Definitely take this class if you need it!
Overall amazing teacher. She truly cares about teaching and her students. The class will be difficult if you don't pay attention and study every day. Be prepared to write tons of notes during lecture. Make sure you show up to lab and lectures, if she cares then so should you.
Amazing teacher, it is clear that she loves her job and is knowledgeable about her work. I would take her again in a heartbeat. Her rubrics and assignments are clear and doable. The course is somewhat difficult but she is always ready to answer questions and help her students. I definitely recommend her.
Most Amazing, patient, sweet, hilarious women! I loved her teaching style and sense of humor! She makes the class room environment fun and easy to grasp. I would recommend you to take her class if you can! I love Raymond 3
Hands down best professor in MCC. She is awesome!!!!
Raymond is fun, passionate, and, most of all a great teacher. Rather than reading off of a PowerPoint, Raymond actually teaches the material and does it in way that benefits all learning styles. One of the best professors I have ever had.
best professor i've ever had. you write down notes everyday but dr. raymond is fun and very passionate about her profession. she teaches you how to be an efficient health care provider and smarter human. bio 205 is a tough class, you really have to put in the work to learn to material. i wish raymond could teach all my science classes. take her!
Dr. Raymond is the most amazing professor! She writes all of the information that you need to know on the board. As she lectures, she will write the notes and if you copy down everything she writes and read through it, you will do great in the class. She simplifies a class that many are terrified of taking and makes it enjoyable. Take her class!
Ive taken classes at 4 different community colleges in AZ and went to ASU. Out of that entire time Ive never had a professor as good as Jill. She is funny and super smart and will make you love microbiology! We need more professors like her. She will make you work very hard for your grade but if you study a little every day youll do fine. :)
Raymond's teaching style matches up perfectly with my learning style. Not only is she so entertaining in lecture, she is the perfect balance of harsh and helpful. She is tough because she is passionate about what she teaches and I wish I could put her in my pocket and take her with me everywhere because she has a wealth of knowledge and experience.
Dr. Raymond is brilliant. Her teaching style benefits all learning styles and she truly want her students to do well. The class is difficult as she covers a ton of material, but she also provides you with everything you need to succeed. She is loud, engaging and funny. Thank you Raymond for the BEST class of my college career. Highly recommend!
To be as blunt as possible Professor Raymond was an exceptional teacher. Her lab practicals and test all had study guides. You definitely need to work for your grade. Her jokes in class made me dislike her a bit more. She definitely seemed to stretch some of her stories. Overall she was a good teacher, her lectures were to the point.
I don't know who couldn't pass this class, that sounds arrogant, but it is a question I ask as I scroll through the reviews on here. She is straight-forward, very knowledgeable, accessible outside of class, assignments are organized and in-line with the other learning material, to include the labs. Excellent prof. Take her.
Not only is Dr. Raymond a credible teacher with a LOT of knowledge AND experience, she truly cares for her students. She knows that people learn different ways, so she teaches to accommodate everyone. She also gives a lot of basically free points!! Her lectures are always funny and very applicable! Best science teacher I have ever had, hands down.
Oh my goodness! I took Raymond for Micro and honestly I am so glad I did. It's a lot. So be prepared to study. When it comes to the lecture exams, you will get a better grade if you study your notes instead of the study guide. Her enthusiasm about the subject makes it easy to learn.
SHE. IS. AWESOME. Her class is a lot of studying. She's funny and inspirational. Study your class notes and not the study guide. So many small details in the notes. Make sure to know them. Dr. Raymond is straight forward and doesn't put up with any bs so come to class prepared and ready to learn. Best prof I've had thus far!
Dr. Raymond is amazing! I took the summer course online so it was very fast paced. She is very encouraging and very responsive to emails and questions. You must read and understand all of the material that are given in order to pass. She has study guides that help you stay focused and a schedule to help keep you on track.
Excellent instructor. Responds quickly to emails. Explains material thoroughly. Has a good sense of humor. Can come off as very cold and not care but she does care. She will write on board and that is your text book. Write everything she rights and complete study guides. Spend 2 hours each day studying for this class. Down side is no extra credit.
Record the lectures and write down everything she writes on the board. As long as you study those notes like crazy, you won't have to worry about looking over the study guides. Exams are multiple choice a few short answers. Labs are fun- study hard for the practicals. No extra credit, but if you put in the effort, you'll easily get an A )
Dr. Raymond is the best science teacher I have ever had. Everything is clear cut and she is VERY organized. She loves microbiology and it shows. She is experienced and I guarantee she will make you laugh every lecture. You need to show up, and you need to study, but there are no surprised with her. Study and you will get an A. She rocks.
I took this class online. Good teacher. she organizes the class in a way that its hard to fall behind.( she provides a calendar) Labs are easy (she has instructional videos) Tests are difficult if you do not study thoroughly. Her test questions can be tricky. She does not do any extra credit. bummer. Overall good class but study hard!!
Make sure to pay attention in lecture and take notes. It is so important to study the material as well! She makes study guides for every test that help out. I had to take this class online because of covid, but I recommend taking it in person. It was not an easy class and you must know what youre doing to pass. But, she is willing to help if u ask
Loved this course ! Professor Raymond provides a course schedule that is AMAZING. As long as its followed you should be good. reminders/messages are set up for assignments/labs/exams. She is very accessible and answers emails very quick. Labs + lab kit where easy. Videos are provided. And has plenty of resources to help succeed in the class.
Took this class online. Take notes when watching the lecture videos. DO THE REVIEW GUIDES, they definitely help when studying but remember to understand the material not just memorize. Labs are easy and she has videos to follow along with.
I went from having no real interest in microbiology to planning to major in it when I transfer. I think that says a lot.
Please listen to me if you are someone that is not so good with BIO. This teacher is not for you. She test heavy and while all the other teachers are testing or giving exams out of 100-points, she is testing out of 150. This is too high. If you mess up one exam, your entire grade comes down crashing. She is not helpful either. Do not! 150-POINTS!
I honestly did not like her testing criteria. She gives feedback but how are you meant to do well if all the exams are 150-points? Not a good teacher for struggling or students who wants to do better.
Let me tell you! Do not take this teacher because of all the green reviews. This will not help. I took her because of the positive reviews but I instead had to work more thank I've ever worked in BIO classes to get an A. She almost destroyed my GPA. My friends had exams out of 100-points, her exams 150-points. This will kill your grade so take note
You can't tell the professor is passionate about micro. But the way it's set up with grading is not fair at all. The tests are bogus and you need to study your life away, which it's not a bad thing. Last study guide given was about 200 questions when broken down.. no extra credit and does not round up grades.. study study study!!!
Power points are helpful. However for our final there was only 4 days in between our last exam and final. With a paper and quiz in between. Does not make sense to over work students like that. There should be no homework prior to a final exam that's only all previous chapters. Micro is already a ton of work already.
Her class wasn't necessarily hard. She gives you all of the tools necessary to succeed the class, its just up to you to use them to your advantage. There is a lot of homework and and study guides, but that is just meant for you to be successful. She is a challenging teacher. To do well. be sure you can answer EVERY question on the study guide.
I took this professor because of the high ratings. BAD IDEA. Class averages are low, I got the second highest grade on the final and still not an A. Please read the recent reviews and keep those in mind because as an online professor she was unreasonable. Does not consider students personal struggles either. Taking this class was a waste of time
Don't take! She makes no accomodations for minorities. She could care less. My friend and I were struggling in the class and she paid no attention what so ever to us. When we massaged her for help she said no to every thing we asked for. And she keeps canceling her office hours. Will never take her.
If you struggle with biology, do not take her. I asked her to kindly leave the questions in the same box that way I can move fast when taking my exam, because I am slow at testing. She refused! Who does that? I already always running out of time, why do I have to always click next to see the next question?. It's a waste of time. She is very bad.
Do not take! If you do just know that she reads the survey questions. She know who's writing what. At the beginning, she was nice, as soon as I did the survey with my honest opinion, she started saying no to helping me. She would even send emails saying "please take the survey and take it honestly". What? My opinion in 205 class is mine not yours.
Your grade is basically based on how well you do on the exams. Exams are the same as the study guide. Unhelpful when asking questions on submissions. Emails back fairly quickly. I wouldn't take her class again. She does let you resubmit labs until you have all the answers correct. Class is a lot of work and it's not worth the points you get.
Grade is based on how well you do on exams which are 150 points each. Labs are worth basically nothing. If you can memorize exactly the study guides then you should be fine. She does watch the proctored videos so if you're going to cheat, good luck. I would not take her class again. She doesn't round or give extra credit either.
This review is for the HYBRID class, which I imagine is a lot different than all-online class. Don't take a micro class entirely online where you never use a real microscope. Anyway, Dr. Raymond is stellar and very reasonable. She's brilliant, funny, and gives great study guides which prepare you for tests. Hybrid is the way to go.
Jill was super fun to learn from, I have struggled with bio classes in the past but loved this one!
Raymond was a great teacher she does everything on the board, no boring PowerPoint but it is very lecture heavy (~5 pages a class front to back) only had a bad grade due to heavy workload from another class (had I applied myself I think I would've gotten an A). Lab is fun and she connects it to real world very well. Highly recommend :)
Not an easy or hard class. She was recommended to me by a BIO201 classmate, and ultimately I think she was great, given the class is online. Do the work and know the material she gives you and you will do fine.
I really enjoyed Prof. Raymond. I took her online but she was still really attentive to students. She responded to all of the assignments with encouraging comments. She was readily available throughout the week. I messaged her questions about lab and she was super fast with responding. Her tests weren't too hard, if you study, you'll do good.
Dr. Raymond is the best! Her lectures are captivating and she uses humor in her delivery. Labs are straight forward. She gives you everything you need to do well in her class as long as you are willing to put in the effort. If you can answer study guide questions, you will do well on the exams. She answers e-mail quickly, even on weekends.
Professor Raymond was absolutely amazing. One of if not my favorite professors I have had at MCC. Her lectures are interesting and engaging and the labs are fun and interactive. She doesn't just teach, she makes the class fun. If you're taking micro, do everything you can to get professor Raymond.
When she threatens to drop THE WHOLE CLASS over what one person is doing, that does not fly for me. She repeatedly threatened to drop the whole entire class because one person was throwing their gloves away in the incorrect trash. I get proper disposal is important, but that's her prob to deal with, not the class's, waste of time and $ imo.
Dr. Raymond is a great professor she writes all important information on the white board, does her best to help you find ways to study and over all is super helpful. She brings a great energy to the class and always answers any questions, she is easily accessible and responds very quickly. I would definitely recommend to everyone to take her class.
Professor Raymond is an outstanding professor! She was understading, caring and right to the point! Her lectures are simple and easy to follow, the work is extensive therefore time to study and prep is a must. She encourages, teaches and provides you with guidance and tools to succeed. By far, shes the best professor I've had at MCC!
Professor Raymond is the best professor I've had at MCC. She is caring, compassionate and a wonderful instructor! Her lectures are simple and easy to understand and follow,studying is a must! Labs are a blast! She truly makes a difference in students lives, I highly recommend her! She likes to say that "Microbes rule" and I totally agree with her.
Mrs. Raymond was truly one of the best professors I have ever had, she's kind and compassionate and she truly wants you to succeed in her class. There is no extra credit but she give you opportunities to redo homework assignments for a better grade. The TA was also super helpful.
Professor Raymond is easily the best professor I've had during a summer course. It's a pretty tough class but professor Raymond is passionate about what she does and you can tell. I thought the class was super interesting. Professor Raymond has a ton of videos on canvas so no other sources are needed. She also responds extremely quickly .
Dr. Raymond deserves all 5 starts! She was an amazing prof:) If you are motivated, want clear audio lectures, pacing, great feedback, fast communication and a caring prof take Micro with her! I loved her audio lectures- she's very passionate! She provides everything you need for success. I took summer before starting ASU for nursing- best choice!
The content is organized and concise. Exams are based off her study guides. Her audio lectures were extremely helpful and she has several "tiny teach" audio lectures that walk you through difficult content. She responds quickly if more help is needed. She is passionate about micro and really wants you to learn it too. Great teacher and person!
Dr. Raymond was fantastic! She's hilarious which makes lectures enjoyable both to attend & listen. She's clear on what she expects from you, sends you reminders, & gives great feedback. She'll even accept a late assignment or 2. She gives great study guides which outline the exams. If you fill those out, there's no reason you can't ace this class.
Dr. Raymond truly sets you up for success with all the resources she provides. Put in the time and effort, an A is very achievable. The lab is interesting and fun! You'll be amazed by all the things you can do by the end of the semester. Dr. Raymond truly cares about who and what she teaches. She likes to say, 'Microbes Rule!' And it's so true!
Took the online version of 205. All you really have to do is listen to an audio lecture or read the power point its based on about every week. You have to supply your own things for the first couple of labs, but its mainly just inexpensive things like bread & fruit. You will need a bit of space for the lab kit as you keep some cultures refrigerated
Dr Raymond was hands down the best instructor I have ever had at MCC, she makes her lectures very entertaining with real world analogies that actually make sense. and she actually cares if you are struggling, she will do anything to help you succeed, just put in the time and effort and you will get an A
Very organized & explained well. Highly recommend taking online. You will get out of this class what you put in. She has everything you need on Canvas. She is always available to help. Gives you chances to boost your grade. Study guides prepare you for the tests. I would recommend her to everyone.
Prof Raymond was AMAZING this semester. Really enjoyed her class. It's content heavy and the exams can be tough but if you pay attention during lecture, take good notes and utilize her study guides/quizlets to review you'll be fine! I'd take any class she taught !
If you ever need Microbiology... don't ever hesitate to take her class! She was an amazing instructor and made me enjoy coming to both her lectures and labs. There might be a lot of material but unlike other professors, Dr. Raymond's will make things easier for you! MICROBES RULE :))
Amazing. Could not have had a better experience with learning and experience. Cares about students and leaning abilities, will you pass this class
I took Professor Raymond's BIO205 class over the spring semester, it is a lab/ lecture and exam-heavy class, of course, but her lectures make it so much more interesting and easier to digest. She provides all the resources, quizlets, study guides you need to get a good grade, you just need to put time to study it. + She always offers 1-1 help
One of the best teachers I've had. Made the material in a way that was easy to understand and follow. Her review practices help focus on the material that could have been overlooked. Excellent class.
I loved Dr. Raymond's course! The material is interesting and presented in multiple formats to help you learn. There are some tough concepts and some memorization needed, but totally manageable even for those with a busy schedule. There are many labs, but they are relatively quick to complete. Microbes rule!
Raymond was awesome all around. She had interesting lectures, fun and easy-to-follow labs, and everything you need to succeed on the tests she provides for you. Your grade is based mostly on your tests, use the quizlets and study guides you will be fine. She was very tech-savvy as well. If you need a microbiology credit take her.
Professor Raymond is fantastic! Took this over summer so it was a lot of information in a short period of time but she makes it not feel overwhelming. She provides a calendar to make it easy to stay on track with the labs at home and provides great study guides for each exam as well as study material for the lab practical. 10000% recommend her!
Professor Raymond is an excellent teacher and I would highly recommend her online microbiology course. She is quick to respond to questions and emails, always willing to help, and truly wants her students to succeed. She is truly awesome!
She truly wants you to succeed! Gives plenty of resources to pass! The course content was very interesting and informative! She has a passion for this so it makes it east to learn from her!
Professor Raymond's BIO205 class is a must-take! The material is engaging, and she provides excellent resources like study guides and Quizlet to help you succeed. unstuck ai was a lifesaver for my study prep. Definitely take this course if you need a microbiology credit.
She is an amazing teacher! I took her online course, and it would be hard to fail her class! She lets you resubmit any and every assignment you've done after it's been graded for full credit. That means every assignment can and should be 100%, she tells you which ones you've gotten wrong. The labs are SO fun, I loved this gem of a teacher!
Professor Raymond is an amazing teacher. She writes notes in the board for you to follow along with. She's very funny and she presents the material in a more engaging way. Everything on the tests or exams is exactly what she takes about in class. If you need a BIO 205 class definitely take her!
Professor Raymond is amazing at teaching BIO205! She gives TONS of opportunities for extra points. She also gives you a study guide that clearly aligns with the exams. Just use what's on the study guides and pay attention in lab and you can get an A. 10/10 Professor and class for sure!
She is AMAZING. Lecture heavy BUT she gives u EXACTLY what u need to know for exams. Her practice practicals are IDENTICAL to the real practicals. Best professor I've ever had. She gives feedback and the homework is very light and revolves around what ur learning. There is no EC but if you study you'll be fine. Genuinely adore her. She's hilarious.
Dr. Raymond is very clear in her lectures and gives you a study guide for each section outlining what she wants you to focus on and even makes one for the lab practical. As long as you make study guides based off hers and study that along with the "learning checks" in the PowerPoints you are set to go. She wants her students to succeed.
Super easy class if you study. Incredibly sweet professor, the syllabus has a portion about late work not being accepted but she is extremely forgiving. Gives good feedback super quick. All the tests have exactly what the study guides have, there are no surprises. The lab kit is a bit expensive but it is a give and take since it is an online lab.
By far the best science course I've taken.Dr.Raymond gives you opportunities to resubmit missed assignments and she makes lectures fun/interesting.Complete the study guides while watching the lecture videos and study,study,study! If you do these two things, you will pass this class with an A.Labs are straight forward, quick, and fun. MICROBES RULE!
Professor Raymond is an absolute gem to society and should be protected at all costs. She cares so much for every student. She always helps when asked. She is hilarious and very real and very down to earth. The class itself is somewhat difficult and needs a lot of studying, but she makes it so much easier to digest.
Dr Raymond loves the subject she teaches and is very enthusiastic. Her classes were fun and I feel I learned SO much from her. There is absolutely no guess work in what you should be studying. Shes gives you a study guide for all exams. I would take her class again in a heart beat.
One of the best instructors I have had so far! I loved her class, and she was funny. Her class was very engaging, and she write notes on the board that you can follow along with. This was very helpful for me since I have mild hearing loss and also a visual learner. I highly recommend that you take her class.
This is the best teacher ever, especially for a hard class like Microbio. She explained everything so well, her lectures and study guides set us up for success on each lecture and lab test. You must attend the great lectures to know the info youll need to succeed. Wants you to succeed, helps you to succeed. Highly recommend, loved her&this class!!
Professor Raymond makes it clear from day one that no one fails her course and she was absolutely right. The course requires a $200 lab kit. Her Canvas and module setup is extremely organized and clear. The tests are mostly multiple choice. I highly recommend this class if you're looking for an online Microbiology course!
Professor Raymond is an amazing teacher and cares about her students. Her lectures and tiny teaches are very helpful so if you look over those you will do good. Overall she is the best teacher i've had so far at Mesa Community!
Dr. Raymond is who you want as a microbiology professor. She is caring, attentive, and provides great feedback. Microbiology is tough by nature but her class is so well organized you will exceed as long as you try. I saved this class for last because I was so worried about getting a bad grade but she made this class amazing. Highly recommend.
Raymond is the best!! Microbiology is not an easy class! Yet she makes it easy to understand since she gives tiny teaches to better understand a topic that might be difficult! She helps you in ways that stick. She truly cares about her students and wants them to succeed! She prepares you for the “real work place/tests”. She will let you resubmit!
Dr.Raymond was the best professor I've ever had. This was my last class before Nursing class. I am not the best test taker espically in hard science classes but I finished with a B and I don't think I could have done that without Dr.Raymond! Her lectures are interactive rather than like some professors who just read off of a powerpoint.
Jill Raymond was a great teacher. I took her Microbio class at CGCC. She was easy to get a hold of, very patient when I turned assignments in late, and gave good feedback on all assignments. Highly recommend if you have to take Microbio.
I just finished my final for Dr. Raymond's class & I cannot say enough how amazing she was. I found her & her high ratings through rate my professor and I am so glad that I listened! She is there for you every step of the way. Very understanding when personal things come up & is helpful when rescheduling deadlines. Take her if you can!
Dr. Raymond is a professor that wants her students to succeed. It is clear that she has put so much time and energy into making this course accessible for every type of learner. She provides Quizlets to study, audio/visulal lectures, power points, expectations for each quiz and exam. This was by far the best online course I have ever taken.
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