4.3

Joanne Hoven Stohs

Psychology - California State University Fullerton

4.3
Quality
2.8
Difficulty
74%
Would Retake
150
Reviews
4.3
Quality
2.8
Difficulty
4.3
Helpful
4.3
Clarity

74%

Would Retake

150

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What Students Say

Class is out of 500 points

PSYC341 - 5.0 rating

Stohs is the best professor I've ever had in my whole student life

PSY341 - 5.0 rating
Class Info

Online Classes

100%

Attendance Mandatory

51%

Textbook Required

38%

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Based on 74 reported grades
A: 30
B: 12
A+: 9
A-: 7
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Reviews (150)
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PSYC110
Jun 11, 2004

I took this class over the summer n was able to pass with a B. It's a critical thinking class so u gotta think about the stuff. Go to class n do the exercises in the course pack n ull be ok. Course pack is very helpful n so r her study guides. Nice lady.

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PSYCH341
Jul 27, 2004

a little challenging, but she is fair. If you study, you can get good grades. However, she is a VERY good instructor. I learned so much from her this summer

3.0
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PSYCH341
Sep 10, 2004

nice teacher, but a bit too challenging!

5.0
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PSY361
Oct 30, 2004

Shohs is a really great professor. Follow the notes that she gives you, and you will get an A. She makes the class very intresting.

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PSYC341
Nov 4, 2004

she is a very good teacher, the class has a lot of information, but she is very good at explaining it. she also shows a lot of films and stuff to help you understand. but you do need to study and go to class.

5.0
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341
Jan 29, 2005

She is a very sweet lady. Her abnormal class is extremely easy. If you read and go to class it should be an easy A.

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PSYCH341
Feb 2, 2005

this teacher is absolutly wonderful. she is such a good teacher. she explains and talks and helps you understand. she is the best out there. =

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PSYCH341
May 25, 2005

she was awesome! everything she teaches comes straight from her text. she clearly explains everything and gives great examples. she knows her stuff! just read up and you'll be fine! there's a lot of info to be learned but not difficult.

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PSYCH341
Jul 17, 2005

by far, she is the best professor in the psych dep. Her notes are clear and lectures are easy to follow. This class was the highlight of my day.

4.0
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PSYCH341
Jul 20, 2005

Nice teacher. Easy at first, but then later it was hard. I barely passed thanks to my good attendance. It's hard especially if you're not a psych major.

5.0
3.0
PSYC341
Jul 28, 2005

Good sense of humor. Tests straight out of the packet, word for word. It would be harder to fail the class then pass it.

5.0
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PSYCH341
Aug 21, 2005

She is a nice teacher, I learned a lot. The class has a lot of info so you have to study hard to get an A but she is very fair. Tests are straight from her packet but it helps to read the book if things are unclear. Go to class and studying ahead of test=A in her class. One of the best teachers in the psych department :0)

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ABNORMAL
Aug 31, 2005

Professor Stohs was a great professor! She was VERY willing to help her students achieve their goals and pass her class. She provided thorough materials and if you paid attention in class you always knew exactly what would be covered on exams.

5.0
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INTERNSHIP
Sep 5, 2005

The stuff you do in class is a little pointless, but it get's you an A. So sweet! I hope I look that hot when I am her age!

4.0
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PSYCH341
Nov 28, 2005

I did't even buy the book or even go to class everday. Just went the day before the tests and averaged a C. Good teacher...but all you need is her Study Book to pass.

5.0
3.0
ABNORMALPSYCH
Dec 13, 2005

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PSYCH341
Dec 17, 2005

Very interesting class taught by a very enthusiastic and knowledgeable professor. Stohs always tried her best to make the class enjoyable. The class can be difficult at times, since there is a lot of rote memorization involved. I made out with a B+ but put in quite a bit of studying. Just read her study packet and the text to fill in the blanks:o)

5.0
1.0
PSYCH341
Dec 19, 2005

EASY! DON'T buy the book. Just buy the study guide she make and lil professor and you don't even have to go to class cuz she just lectures off her book. Tests are easy, got REALLY lazy and still managed a B- :P

5.0
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ABNORMAL
Dec 21, 2005

very easy, like the person below said, dont need to buy the book, her tests are based off the green study guide book and before the tests she passes out study guides. wonderful teacher.

5.0
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PSYC314495
Jan 5, 2006

very good teacher! very helpfull. Don't buy the book, just listen to lectures and USE THE STUDY GUIDE. Take notes directly on the study guide, it helped me...

5.0
3.0
PSYC341
Feb 27, 2006

Soft-spoken teacher. Don't buy the book, but get the course packet from Little Professor. Good at illustrating the coursework, uses videos of people with psych abnormalities and shows some therapy methods. Her tests are somewhat difficult but you will do fine if you study the course packet.

5.0
2.0
PSYCH341
May 22, 2006

Tests are directly from the course pack. Lots of material to learn, but it's not insanely hard. She's quiet, but nice. Overall, we didn't have to turn in many assignments... just a few in class exercises that were usually done in groups.

5.0
2.0
PYSCH341
Aug 13, 2006

Buy the course packet and you'll be set, don't bother with the book. Tests are pretty straight forward, majority from the course packet. Go to class for the video examples, they illustrate the various disorders extremely well. Pretty easy class.

5.0
2.0
PSYC495
Aug 14, 2006

This class was a wonderful ending to my PSYC program. Prof Stohs is soft-spoken but caring and it is nice to have a teacher so personally invested in your field placement experience. Course packet is very helpful. There is a 10pg paper at the end but it is not too hard since you have a long list of things to address from the assignment page.

3.0
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PSYCH341
Aug 20, 2006

Dont buy text book just buy the note book, but read it very carefully and STUDY hard! test could be tricky. Watch out for the essay part on the tests, she grades very hard on that. Always wants alot of detail on that part. Overall good professor, although when i asked her for help she didnt do to much on helping me. Go to class as much as possible

4.0
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PSYCH341
Aug 21, 2006

DONT BUY TEXTBOOK, YOU ONLY NEED HER NOTEBOOK. PAY ATTENTION AND LISTEN TO HER, I COULDNT IT WAS SOMETHING ABOUT HER THAT WAS WIERD, I DID NOT LIKE HER, EVERYONE BELOW IS MAKIN IT SEEM LIKE SHE IS COOL AND AN EASY CLASS, BUT I HAVE TO RETAKE THE CLASS, BECAUSE I DID NOT GET THE GRADE I NEED (PSYCH IS MY MAJOR) BUT I AM DEFINITELY AVOIDING HER CLAS

5.0
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PSYCH341
Jan 24, 2007

She is an amazing teacher. She uses lots of video clips, stories and group activities to engage you in the topics. She also is very approachable. You can come and talk to her about anything and she is genuinely interested. She wants you to succeed in her class. You don't need to buy the book. I never used mine. Just buy her course packet.

5.0
1.0
PSYC495
May 3, 2007

Class does not meet every week, but it all works out since you work about 10 hrs per week for the internship. she's very nice and understanding, but you'll never get out early. I enjoyed her class, altho it was mainly spent talking in groups about our experiences. Easy A

5.0
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PSY495
Jul 28, 2007

Great !!Good personality, helpful, even tempered, and not boring. Very nice lady. She is interested in her students. Defenitely take her.

5.0
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PSYC341
Aug 10, 2007

Dr. Stohs is an easy teacher if you study in her class. Her exams cover practically everything. You can get by with a B if you study her study guide alone, but I recommend the book because it complements her notes. If you listen very carefully and take good notes, the study guide is efficient. I got an A. It was easy but involved work.

4.0
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PSYCH341
Aug 13, 2007

She's ultra helpful and very patient. Her tests and quizzes are really easy as long as you keep up on the reading!

5.0
4.0
PSYCH400
Oct 24, 2007

Best teacher I had in all of my undergrad. Really totally awesome. Super nice and helpful and supportive. Wrote me my only faculty letter of recomendation. She's like your mom or younger grandma if your mom or grandma is super smart and helpful. DO NOT MISS THIS OPERTUNITY!

5.0
2.0
ABNOR341
Mar 9, 2008

Dr. Stohs has become my favorite professor at this school. It is shameful that we have such bad professors in the Psychology department but take her and you will not doubt your decision!

5.0
1.0
PSYC495
May 20, 2008

One of the nicest people I have ever met. Easy class. Highly recommended!

4.0
3.0
ABNOR341
Nov 14, 2008

Well first of all, Professor Soths is a nice teacher, but during the semester half of the class did not show up because he lectures came from straight from her packet and some of the book. I noticed people dozing off in her class. If you really like psychology take her and the class is a challenge.

5.0
2.0
PSYCH341
Nov 17, 2008

Dr. STohs is very knowledgeable & presents the course information very clearly. She really tries to get the class involved in possible diagnoses & to differntiate between several disorders. 4 exams, lowest score dropped, plus a cumulative final. READ & STUDY the course packet and you'll earn an A.

5.0
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PSYCH341
Jan 16, 2009

Great class! Just read her course packet like a hawk & you'll get an A in her class! She's very nice & really knows a lot about abnormal psychology. I would definitely recommend her class!

5.0
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PSYC495
Jan 27, 2009

Prof. Stohs is amazing! She is so kind and knowledgeable. She is really compassionate and sincere about what she does. Highly recommend her for any class.

4.0
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PSYCH495
Mar 23, 2009

Very nice person and professor. Highly reccomend her. She is soft spoken and welcoming. She stays relevant in her field and likes to help her students.

5.0
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PYCH341
Dec 12, 2009

She is the Best, very easy going Dr. just attend class/lectures, read your course book + text book and you will do fine! I LOVED her class! she is an amazing Teacher :)I want to keep taking her in other classes.

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HONR101A
Oct 26, 2010

Very sweet lady. Make sure you call her "Dr. Stohs" though! She is very patient and will explain a concept over and over until you understand it.

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PSY495
Nov 4, 2010

Dr. Stohs is VERY nice! She is very knowledgeable and passionate about the field of psych. for the field placement class you only have like 5 class meetings. 4 one-page journals and a short paper. i should also mention that she has to be the most gorgeous lady i've ever seen! WOW i want to know her secret for looking so young

5.0
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PSYC341
Jul 20, 2011

Dr. Stohs is awesome! She is very clear and concise. She cares for her students. Her tests were generally from the course packet. I rarely used the textbook at all. It would be a good idea to attend her lectures because she often has surprise in-class activities. Just study for tests from the packet and get yo A! :)

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HONR101A
Oct 30, 2011

Good teacher and always willing to help her students. She is very nice and drops your lowest mid term score. Never assigns homework, and just study for the test and you will be fine. Take her

5.0
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HONOR101A
Dec 18, 2011

Class consists of 3 midterms, lowest score is dropped, 1 project,1 essay,and final. Easy if you read the bold stuff in the book and study course pack. Very nice teacher.

5.0
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PSYCH341
Jan 13, 2012

Loved this professor. Her class was challenging. I got an A but I worked for it. Her class was fun, and she has a cute sense of humor.I wish I was a psych major so I could take her again. Don't hesitate to take her.

5.0
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HNRS101A
Mar 21, 2012

Great teacher! She was nice and the class was pretty easy as long as you followed with her lectures :) I actually never did the reading and got an A. You do some fun activities like watch Sherlock Holmes :) I enjoyed it a lot!

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PSYC341
May 13, 2012

Stohs is an amazing professor. She is passionate and very clear on what she wants students to learn. Exams are easy (mult. choice & short answers) study EVERYTHING on the study guides. She'll tell you when to come for in-class work. Overall, chill class and to the point.

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PSYC341
May 20, 2012

DO NOT BUY THE BOOK! You can pass the class by just buying the course packet. The exams are straight from the course packet. Three exams + finals, lowest score will be dropped (exams only)! Going to class can be helpful because of the videos she shows in class. Go to class on activity days! You get some points for it. I got a B- in the class.

4.0
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PSYC341
Nov 30, 2012

Pretty interesting class. Cool professor. Gives you everything through the power points which are posted online. You only need the course packet not the actual book. Haven't used it once. 4 tests all mc, show up on exercise days. They help with points.

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PSYCH341
Dec 15, 2012

Dr. Stohs is an amazing professor at CSUF. Her lectures are easy to understand and she is willing to help you after class or in office hours if needed. Lovely woman, always in a good mood and is very passionate about this subject. You don't need to buy the book, just study the course pack and you'll be fine. I got an A. Will take her again.

4.0
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341
Apr 27, 2013

She's amazing!

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PSY341
May 14, 2013

She is excellent. She puts the material in a way that is easy to understands. Clearly separates the theories and provide precise examps to grasp all the info. She provids excersise to master the material. By far, one of the best college professor, too bad I found her until my senior year. (By the way course assistants as they are super helpful)

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PSY3401
May 14, 2014

Yes she is great and easy to understand but its a tough class. It's doable but you have to study. Don't buy the textbook. Buy her course packet and bring the notes. For exams, study both the lecture notes and the packet, then you'll do great. Exams include %, w/m, scenario questions, best theories for the disorder and drugs. Final is accumulative.

5.0
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PSYC341
May 19, 2014

DON'T BUY TEXTBOOK, do buy course packet. her study guides are very straight forward and can be completed using her powerpoints (titanium) and her course packet. very interesting class, but a lot of information so you actually need to study if you want an A. attendance not mandatory, she has in-class exercises but tells you when they will be.

1.0
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HONORS101A
May 19, 2014

She is a very nice teacher and is very passionate about teaching the subject, but she is not very good. All she does is read off her powerpoints that are NOT at all online that do not make a lot of sense. When you ask for clarification all she does is re-read the slide again. I would take another professor if possible.

4.0
3.0
PSYCH341
Grade: A
Jul 12, 2014

Abnormal psychology was one of the most difficult courses out all psychology courses that I have taken CSUF. Dr. Stohs follows a straight grading scale and barely gives out extra credit. Book is unnecessary. To earn the A, study hard from the ppt and course packets as all of her exam questions comes from there. Exams are very detailed and 50 MC

5.0
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PSYC341
Grade: B
Aug 6, 2014

Dr. Stohs is a great professor. I took her 5 week summer session class for Abnormal Psychology and she was very reasonable. She provides you with a course packet so you truly don't need the book to receive a good grade since she provides online notes as well. I bought it just in case and never opened it once. Very enthusiastic and fair.

4.0
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PSYCH341
Grade: Not sure yet
Nov 3, 2014

If you are a physical learner, she is not for you. She zooms through her slides, not allowing you to take notes. The book is drab as well. She is a lovely person, but I can't personally learn well from her teaching style. I've had to reteach myself everything she has talked about. She doesn't emphasize on important details. It all becomes a blur.

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PSYC495
Dec 27, 2014

Took her for the internship course online. Very easy assignments, but a TON of them. It seemed like a bunch of busywork. But if you do them all, it's an easy A. I didn't even do the last journal because I already had enough points for the A.

5.0
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PSYC341
Jan 13, 2015

Great Professor! Dr. Stohs is a very helpful, genuine, pragmatic, and kind professor. Her lectures are entertaining, applicational, and full of interesting material. You need her required course packet to pass the class. She helps you succeed in earning a good grade and she has a fun and optimistic personality. You learn a lot and it is fun too!

5.0
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341
Grade: A
Jan 16, 2015

Professor Stohs has a great sense of humor and the class is easy to pass if you do the work. Her lectures are the biggest tool to use for each test as well as the course packet she makes specifically for this class. If you study the course packet, the tests aren't that difficult. She gives assignments periodically which can help to raise grades.

5.0
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341
Jan 16, 2015

You definitely need her blue course packet to pass. Everything you need is in there. She gives detailed study guides and drops one exam. The final is cumulative with a study guide and study session to make it easier. She explains everything very clearly and has powerpoints as well. Loved this class.

5.0
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341
Grade: A
Jan 17, 2015

She was so helpful and kind. I really enjoyed this class.

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495
Grade: A+
Jan 29, 2015

Professor was extremely straight-forward in what was expected, and gave immediate feedback to all assignments. This class really helped me adjust to my internship and get the most out of it. Assignments were given early so that they could be completed in my own time. There were no group projects and no tests.

5.0
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PSYCH341
Grade: B+
Feb 4, 2015

Dr. Stohs is an excellent professor on the subject of abnormal psychology. Her lectures are extremely informational but easy to follow. Dr. Stohs cares about her students success and is an expert in the field. I would highly recommend her class. Her assignments are explained well and not to difficult and tests are manageable. Dr. Stohs is great!!!

4.0
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ABNORMALPSYCH
Grade: B+
Feb 13, 2015

you get some fridays off to do online work. must buy note packet for $20. class attendance is not mandatory if your are good at studying but her classes are pretty fun. she has good TAs which give good study sessions. my semester we had Rebecca and Brandon who were so helpful.

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PSY341
May 14, 2015

Lectures are super clear and so is her packet! All of the powerpoint of available online and she sticks to the book. If you're a decent student there's no way you can't pass. The TAs are awesome and held several review sessions over the semester. She gives scenarios, which are way more beneficial for learning, I learner a crap ton in this class.

5.0
3.0
PSYCH341
Grade: B+
May 22, 2015

Pretty easy as long as you attend. The exams have a lot of case studies, so know the disorders and the best treatments.

5.0
3.0
PSYCH341
Grade: A-
Sep 18, 2015

Dr. Stoh's was and still is to this day one of my favorite professor's. She is energetic in her lectures (not monotoned), the subject is incredibly interesting and she teaches it well (very detailed and clear), and she runs the class well (good time management and relevant information. You'll learn and have a lot of fun in this class.

5.0
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PSYCH341
Oct 30, 2015

DO NOT BUY THE TEXTBOOK! She makes her own notebook/worksheet that's mandatory($15) and is all the important stuff from the textbook. Then she makes powerpoints that's all the important stuff from her notebook. She tests on these two things and never on the textbook. Bought textbook and haven't opened it once. Awesome professor. HIGHLY recommend.

5.0
2.0
PSY341
Grade: A
Dec 4, 2015

Dr. Stohs is one of the best professors you will ever take at CSUF. This course is extremely interesting (for psych or GE) and she makes the material easy to understand. She always knows what she is talking about and really cares about her students and their academic success. You don't need the book but her course pack is the bible of the course.

5.0
1.0
PSY341
Grade: A
Dec 7, 2015

Dr. Stohs is a great professor that provides you with all the information you need to do well in the class (Powerpoints, Course Packet, office hours). Very approachable and welcomes questions in class. Highly recommend to take the course with her as well as other classes she teaches.

5.0
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PSY341
Dec 15, 2015

I love Dr. Stohs! She is such a sweetheart and truly cares about her students. I hardly used the textbook for the tests, but it's a good read if you can get it cheap. Notes are online and in course packet. She also has TAs who have study groups/send out study guides that are pretty much identical to the test. If you can take her, TAKE HER!!!!!

5.0
1.0
PSY341
Grade: A+
Jan 4, 2016

Dr. Stohs is the best the teacher in the whole wide world!! Out of all the psychology professors at CSUF, she is hands down the best teacher EVER. I recommend you all take her. It will be an experience you'll never forget.

5.0
1.0
PSY341
Grade: A
Jan 4, 2016

Let me tell you a story about the best professor in Cal State Fullerton. This professor is funny, has a contagious bubbly personality, has amazing lectures (that keep you wanting more after each class), and a reasonable grader! I would take another one of her classes in a heart beat! Listen to me and TAKE HER CLASS, ANY CLASS.

4.0
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PSY341
May 21, 2016

She has a course packet so you dont need the book. 4 exams, but drops one of them, the final is cumulative. You really need to know details to get an A, causes, symptoms, & treatments of each disorder. Offers at least 10 points of EC and her course assistants are helpful, they have review sessions before each test, but that will only get you a B

5.0
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ABNOR341
May 22, 2016

This was a very interesting class, and i feel Dr. Stohs is a great professor. However, the exams are very challenging and i felt as if the material blended together when it came down to identifying certain disorders. Just be ready to read read read.

5.0
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PSY341
Grade: A+
Aug 22, 2016
Would take again

Dr. Stohs is an amazing professor! She is well organized, helpful, & wants her students to do well. If you study her workbook, the textbook, & do the assignments then you will do well on the tests. She also had review sessions before the tests that really helped. Her teachers aid was also amazing. I wish more professors were like Dr. Stohs.

Gives good feedback
Respected
Caring
4.0
3.0
PSY341
Aug 22, 2016
Would take again

Dr. Stohs took an interesting topic of abnormal psych and brought it to life. You can really tell how passionate she is about her job and it really shows in the way that she teaches. Her enthusiasm made the class much more enjoyable and really helped me stay engaged in all discussions. She makes her self very available and wants you to succeed.

Gives good feedback
ACCESSIBLE OUTSIDE CLASS
Caring
4.0
3.0
PSY341
Grade: B+
Sep 2, 2016
Would take again

I loved this class. Took it during July with the hybrid. Basically we would do the hw from the course packet and read it, study, listen to the lectures on our own & then in class we would review for the exam. Few short answers (except the final) and multiple choice for the exam. Really wish I took this class during the regular semester instead.

Get ready to read
ACCESSIBLE OUTSIDE CLASS
Caring
5.0
3.0
PSYCH341
Grade: B
Dec 2, 2016
Would take again

She likes to show videos to help you understand the topics more and makes class more interesting. She had a few homework assignments but she gave study guides for the tests and were pretty to the point along with the lecture slides her student teachers sent out. Really cute and cares for all her students

Respected
Caring
4.0
4.0
PSYC341
Grade: B
Dec 14, 2016
Would take again

A moderately challenging class; just read and study the material. Her course packet outlines everything pretty well & study guides are a great resource. Final is cumulative and a LOT to memorize, which why my grade dropped from an A to a B. Just study super hard. Sometimes has in class exercises so you need to show up.

ACCESSIBLE OUTSIDE CLASS
Clear grading criteria
TEST HEAVY
3.0
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PSYC341
Grade: B-
Jan 15, 2017
Wouldn't take again

Took this class as a non psych major, but thought it would be interesting for my last semester before graduating. She has three students grade everything and do all the work for her, so you would think she could give you the correct grade. I had to fight to get my grade changed, hard to get a hold of. Hard tests, and lack of response.

Skip class? You won't pass.
TEST HEAVY
LECTURE HEAVY
4.0
3.0
ABNOR341
Grade: A
Feb 8, 2017
Would take again

I enjoyed having her as a professor, she makes the class more interesting than it already is. While the tests aren't easy, studying hard makes all the difference. Be sure to attend classes otherwise you will find yourself a bit lost. Dr. Stohs facilitates discussions well and responds to emails quickly, and is willing to help outside of class.

Tough Grader
Respected
Skip class? You won't pass.
5.0
4.0
PSY341
Grade: A+
Feb 11, 2017
Would take again

Dr. Stohs is such a passionate professor! She makes the class more interesting by showing videos and sharing few real-life stories. The topics are not always as easy as they seem, but if you read your book and course packet, and show up to class, you will do pretty well. I really suggest that you take her class if you need to. You won't regret it!

Tough Grader
Gives good feedback
Get ready to read
5.0
4.0
PSYCH341
Grade: A
Feb 13, 2017
Would take again

Dr. Stohs makes the course material interesting and easy to understand. She is easy to talk to and really cares about her students. We mostly went by what is in the course packet, that is a must to purchase! Did not read the textbook. I learned so much about abnormal psychology, I feel confident that I can diagnose or recognize mental disorders.

Inspirational
Amazing lectures
Caring
5.0
1.0
PSY341
Grade: A
May 11, 2017
Would take again

Read the binder she gives you, you need that along with listening to her lectures and the class is really easy.

Get ready to read
Participation matters
Amazing lectures
5.0
4.0
PSY341
Grade: A
Jul 1, 2017
Would take again

don't bother with the textbook get the course packet everything you will need for the class is all in the course packet. don't be afraid to ask the CA for help they can help save you so much hassle. attendance is not mandatory but she gives out 5 assignments from the packet to do in class. final is cumulative but if you put in the time you'll pass

4.0
3.0
PSY341
Grade: A
Aug 4, 2017
Would take again

She's awesome! She's very organized and a really nice person. Just as long as you read and study hard the class is not so bad. Make sure you go to the review sessions she holds before each test; they help A LOT.

Gives good feedback
Get ready to read
Caring
4.0
2.0
PSYCH341
Nov 7, 2017
Would take again

This is a professor you can learn from. Very structured and gives opportunities for points by giving assignments (they are helpful). She has study review sessions and guides that help. 3 exams + Cumulative final and she drops lowest exam (not incl. final). We watch a lot of videos and go over the course packet throughout class. I liked this class

Respected
Clear grading criteria
Caring
5.0
1.0
PSYC341
Grade: A
Nov 22, 2017
Would take again

The best class ever! 3 exams(she drops the lowest one), 1 paper(about 2 pages), 5 written assignments in class(worth 10 points), and a cumulative final. Don't buy the book all you need is the course packet. The answers to her test questions were soooo obvious. It's an easy A but you still have to study for the exams

Clear grading criteria
GRADED BY FEW THINGS
Amazing lectures
5.0
4.0
ABNOR341
Grade: A+
Dec 4, 2017
Would take again

She is AMAZING! I've taken her for 341 (Abnormal) & 495 (Field Placement). I would take her for every psych class if I could. Very approachable and responds to emails quickly. She wants you to pass & understand material. Exams are not EASY, they are appropriately challenging. She provides you with everything you need to pass. Use Study guides & CP

Gives good feedback
Respected
ACCESSIBLE OUTSIDE CLASS
5.0
4.0
PSY341
Grade: A-
Dec 30, 2017
Would take again

Wow! She is good however if youre not an independent learner then this class may not be the best fit for yourself. Lecture vids are posted online and in class you work answering questions. Pop exercises! So dont miss! Study guides and course packet are helpful! Book help a lot too. Exams are very challenging so if you dont study you wont pass.

ACCESSIBLE OUTSIDE CLASS
Clear grading criteria
Tests are tough
3.0
4.0
PSYC341
Grade: C
Jan 11, 2018
Wouldn't take again

Professor is alright. Not my style of teaching however; she is a great professor if you want help or need the help she will give it to you. not an EASY A. The work you put in will give you the grade you deserve. Independent learner take her class. If you are not an independent leaner do not take her class. A good professor. Just not my style.

Get ready to read
Hilarious
Tests are tough
5.0
4.0
PSY361
Grade: B
Jan 23, 2018
Would take again

She was a good professor. kept the lecture straight to the point. do your homework, attend class - she gives random credit for classwork on random days. I really wish I would have cared more during her class.. good sense of humor, relatable examples, nice, good videos. Definitely recommend .

TEST HEAVY
5.0
3.0
ABNOR341
Grade: A
Jan 26, 2018
Would take again

If you put in the effort to read the text and/or watch the online lectures she provides and do the hw, youll do well. Exams are straightforward and not difficult, except the final was a little harder. Do not skip the hour long study sessions she holds on exam days , they are a great review! Dr. Stohs is sweet and wants her students to succeed.

Gives good feedback
Clear grading criteria
TEST HEAVY
3.0
3.0
PSY341
Grade: B
May 17, 2018
Wouldn't take again

Youre required to buy a course packet for her class that has in class activities which will be graded. She goes through material very fast and does not help students. The TAs in the course does her job for her. Only have I seen her help a student once. Shes basically getting paid to read to us. It takes her 2-3 days to reply to emails. Horrible.

5.0
2.0
PSYC341
Grade: A
Jun 3, 2018
Would take again

She presents the material in an easy to understand way, lectures are online. Class is out of 500 points. 3 midterms, 1 final, 5 in class pop exercises (10 pts each from course packet). 1 midterm is dropped. The tests are 50 and the final is 100 MC Qs ; easy if you look over the course packet for a hour or two before exams. Do the extra credit.

Participation matters
Skip class? You won't pass.
TEST HEAVY
5.0
2.0
PSYCH341
Grade: A
Jul 10, 2018
Would take again

This class was very interesting and there are many opportunities to do well. She drops the lowest exam score and is an easy grader on assignments. Theres hardly homework, just in class assignments. thats the only time attendance matters. She's the best abnormal psych prof CSUF has.

Clear grading criteria
Amazing lectures
EXTRA CREDIT
5.0
3.0
ABNOR341
Grade: A
Jul 11, 2018
Would take again

Dr. Stohs is an amazing professor. She answer emails fast, and available during office hours. The class itself has a lot of information, but it is easy to understand and she breaks it down in simpler terms in her course packet. There are in-class writing assignments that are easy, and she will help you with it during class. I highly suggest her!

Gives good feedback
Respected
Participation matters
5.0
3.0
ABNOR341
Grade: A
Jul 12, 2018
Would take again

Dr. Stohs is one of my favorite professors of all time! She is very passionate about what she teaches! She uses different resources to help her students understand. (course pack, PowerPoints, online videos, and in-class activities) She is extremely responsive and caring and normally posts the grades within hours after an exam! Highly recommended!!

Amazing lectures
Caring
EXTRA CREDIT
5.0
3.0
PSY341
Grade: A-
Jul 12, 2018
Would take again

Dr. Stohs has one of the most organized and clear grading structure of any psych professor. She typically posts exam scores the day of the test and responds quick to emails. I loved how she her lectures are correlated to her exams and that is always a plus! Some extra credit. Def recommend!

Gives good feedback
Get ready to read
Clear grading criteria
5.0
3.0
PSY341
Grade: A
Jul 13, 2018
Would take again

Dr. Stohs is an excellent professor. She clearly outlines the class expectations and breaks down a large amount of content in a way that really makes sense. Her lectures and class activities give you a great understanding of what will be on the test. Show up and take notes and you will succeed.

ACCESSIBLE OUTSIDE CLASS
Clear grading criteria
Amazing lectures
2.0
5.0
PSY341
Grade: B+
Jul 18, 2018
Wouldn't take again

Very structured and responsive. Super hard class, I did all reading, vids & study sessions still got a bad grade. She won't raise if its .99%, test are tricky and final cumulative. TA's do everything and one of them would always bust my lady balls, I would put the same exact thing as my partner in actives & get graded lower. count ur scores w test

Get ready to read
Clear grading criteria
TEST HEAVY
4.0
2.0
PSYC341
Jul 24, 2018
Would take again

Stohs is a good teacher. Her lectures are heavy, but she knows what she is talking about. Clear grading criteria + extra credit offered. Her exams are easy as long as you do the reading and know symptoms, treatment, & scenarios. A lot of her questions play off each other. So miss 1 and you may miss the next 3. I would recommend her and take again!

Get ready to read
Clear grading criteria
EXTRA CREDIT
5.0
4.0
PSYC341
Grade: A-
Aug 21, 2018
Would take again

Dr. Stohs is by far one of the most detailed and organized professors I have taken a course with. Her videos are very informative. She is clear about her exceptions. Her exams can be tricky. Make sure you understand each disorders that is discussed in class along with a treatment plan.

Gives good feedback
Respected
Clear grading criteria
5.0
3.0
PSY341
Grade: Not sure yet
Oct 11, 2018
Would take again

Dr. Stohs is the best professor I've ever had in my whole student life. Her class is super short, she has videos of her lectures online. She is clear about the material, and super organized. As long as you read her course package, study for the exam review powerpoints, it's super doable to get an A+, don't ever get the book. HIGHLY RECOMMEND HER!!

Get ready to read
Inspirational
Clear grading criteria
5.0
3.0
PSYCH341
Nov 25, 2018
Would take again

Professor Stohs is very knowledgable and great at lecturing. This class taught me a lot and I like how she doesnt require attendance. I also enjoy watching her lectures online because I can go at my own pace. She also gives study guides which help for the test. This class is very interesting!

EXTRA CREDIT
Amazing lectures
Clear grading criteria
4.0
2.0
PSY341
Grade: A-
Dec 22, 2018
Would take again

Took it as a hybrid class. Pretty easy overall, but test questions can be worded really weird. In-class assignments are given randomly, so its best to show up to class just in case. There's lots of extra credit given. TAs are super helpful. Lecture videos are posted online, so you can watch them at your own pace as long as you do it by the test.

Participation matters
TEST HEAVY
EXTRA CREDIT
5.0
2.0
PSY495
Grade: A+
Jan 3, 2019
Would take again

Great Professor. Easy A for an internship class. I would take her again in a heartbeat.

Gives good feedback
Respected
Clear grading criteria
5.0
4.0
PSY341
Grade: A
Jan 8, 2019
Would take again

My class was a hybrid, 2 days in class & 1 online. Read the book & listen to her online lectures. Very few things to turn in, a few in class assignments, class participation and buy the course pack. Know the material well or you will get confused on the tests. Attend the study sessions and read ahead. Loved her class and she is funny too!

Gives good feedback
Respected
Amazing lectures
4.0
2.0
PSYC495
Grade: A+
Jan 19, 2019
Would take again

Easy class overall. Do your hours and occasional assignments (that are easy)/check-ins, and you're bound to pass.

Gives good feedback
Participation matters
Clear grading criteria
4.0
3.0
PSYC341
Grade: A
Apr 11, 2019
Would take again

A solid psych choice. I've had dozens of psych teachers and she is a good mid to upper range in terms of teaching skills. Classes aren't very interesting although she does try. Lots of different methods of teaching involved and extra credit opportunities.

Clear grading criteria
Lecture heavy
4.0
4.0
ABNOR341
Grade: A-
May 15, 2019
Would take again

I love Professor Stohs, but don't think this class is a walk in the park. Her tests are tough. However, she is an AMAZING teacher. Her lectures are very clear, no textbook is required, she offers extra credit, and she genuinely cares.

Test heavy
Amazing lectures
Caring
5.0
3.0
PSYC341
Grade: A+
May 26, 2019
Would take again

Her class is super easy compared to other upper divisions! There aren't a lot of assignments in this class so you have to make sure you do well! Provides lots of extra credit. Exams are straight off of the slides. Make sure to go to class or you will miss out on points. RECOMMENDED, the class is beyond useful even if you aren't a Psychology major.

Inspirational
Clear grading criteria
EXTRA CREDIT
5.0
3.0
PSYCH341
Grade: A
Jun 5, 2019
Would take again

I loved this class and Stohs made it so easy to understand. She is incredibly knowledgeable in her field. Also very stylish. Pay attention and study the material and it's a really interesting, fun class to take for an easy A. Def take if you need fashion inspiration.

Respected
Accessible outside class
Amazing lectures
5.0
2.0
PSY341
Grade: B
Jul 31, 2019
Would take again

Professor Stohs is an amazing Professor. She is so passionate about the subject and gives you guidance for the tests. Her review sessions before class are helpful and she is easy to access via email or in person. I loved her so much Im taking her again for psych 495. I highly recommend if you are looking for a professor who cares and helps you.

Gives good feedback
Respected
Accessible outside class
5.0
2.0
PSY341
Aug 8, 2019
Would take again

Dr. Stohs' teaching abilities are phenomenal-- she provides video lectures and multiple exercises to further exemplify the materials, as it helps students understand a myriad of mental disorders; she informs students about treatments to alleviate each mental disorder. She is enthusiastic, intelligent, and kind hearted. I highly recommend Dr. Stohs.

Inspirational
Amazing lectures
Caring
5.0
3.0
PSY341
Grade: A
Oct 25, 2019
Would take again

Ok so I took her class Spring 2018 & Im going back to write this because her class was amazing. I still have her material and textbook and refer back to it a looot. I learned so much in this class and wish she taught more classes. 10/10.

Respected
Amazing lectures
Caring
5.0
2.0
PSY495
Grade: A
Dec 4, 2019
Would take again

Super easy online internship class. 4 one page journals. one 4 page term paper at the end. Throughout the semester there were a few assignments here and there which are very easy. Completely recommend if you want to do an online version of the internship course, it was a breeze.

Gives good feedback
Accessible outside class
Caring
4.0
4.0
PSY341
Dec 20, 2019
Would take again

a lot of material is presented in this class so make sure you pay attention and review material when studying. Three exams (lowest score gets dropped) and one comprehensive exam. All written assignments are crucial to your grades so make sure you're in class when theyre assigned for you to turn in. Two small papers.

Get ready to read
Clear grading criteria
Lecture heavy
5.0
3.0
PSYC495
Grade: A+
Jan 7, 2020
Would take again

Amazing professor, I definitely loved the ease of this class. The hard part is staying at your site lol besides that the professor is easily reachable and responds super fast and was very nice.

Gives good feedback
Respected
Clear grading criteria
5.0
2.0
PSYC341
Grade: A
Jan 7, 2020
Would take again

Professor Stohs is one of the best professors in the psych department. She makes the material easy to learn. Her textbook is not needed since she requires the book packet with notes from all the chapters of the book with exercises. She genuinely cares about her students and gives study reviews and tips for the test.

Clear grading criteria
Hilarious
Amazing lectures
5.0
2.0
PSYC341
Grade: A
May 12, 2020
Would take again

She's really sweet. Gives extra credit. Her TAs provide study guides for the exams - if you study those, you'll ace the class. She drops the lowest midterm score. She doesn't take attendance, but has in-class activities/assignments that are graded (easy). Her lectures are online. Easy A if you just take the time to study!

Gives good feedback
Amazing lectures
EXTRA CREDIT
4.0
4.0
PSY341
Grade: C
Jun 9, 2020
Wouldn't take again

Dr. Stohs's class was a challenge throughout the semester. Because her classroom size is large, it felt hard to communicate with her through my struggles. She's a sweet person of course and her exams are doable. I recommend her to those who are good self-studying or understanding different symptoms. Also, she gives pop-ups in-class assignments.

Accessible outside class
Skip class? You won't pass.
Tough grader
4.0
4.0
PSYC341
Nov 6, 2020
Would take again

Stohs was super sweet & always understanding. I was always able to reach her super quickly no matter what time of the day. Sometimes graded a bit harshly on assignments but overall made sense why, she just needs to be more clear as to what she expects. Tests were okay just READ & study. Requires u to buy set of notes which make the class WAY EASIER

Tough grader
Get ready to read
Graded by few things
5.0
3.0
PSYCH341
Nov 21, 2020
Would take again

As long as you read & watch the lectures youll be set for the tests. The workload is light & she gives homework about every 2weeks. She can be a tough grader though so ensure youre answering questions with great detail. She also makes u buy guided notes which was annoying but then I realized theyre INSANELY helpful & break down the book

Get ready to read
Tough grader
Graded by few things
5.0
3.0
PSY341
Nov 30, 2020
Would take again

The class isn't difficult but there is a lot you'll need to read and remember. She gives you everything you'll need for the exams and it's a super interesting class! There are only a few assignments but you'll need to buy her Course Packet for sure. The textbook was interesting as well and helped a lot to clear up her lecture slides.

Gives good feedback
Get ready to read
Graded by few things
5.0
3.0
PSY341
Grade: Not sure yet
Dec 14, 2020
Would take again

Great recorded lectures that made it easy to fit into my schedule. Correlating assignments kept me up to date with the lessons which were short and not difficult. I loved not having to worry about zoom or unnecessary busywork. Extremely helpful study guides. TAs were helpful with review sessions. Would definitely recommend!!!!

Gives good feedback
Clear grading criteria
Amazing lectures
4.0
3.0
PSYC341
Grade: A
Dec 16, 2020
Would take again

Overall, the class was manageable and organized considering COVID situation. I feel that she worded some questions on her tests extremely tricky. Like there were definitely 2 corrects answers, which made you hesitate a lot. She graded the first assignment and then had her TA's do the rest, and they graded strictly. Requires good studying

4.0
3.0
PSY341
Grade: B
Dec 17, 2020
Wouldn't take again

Good professor but so much reading and content to memorize! If I had invested more time I def. would have gotten a better grade. 5 easy HW assignments, 1 paper, 3 exams, and a final. The tests are the hardest part of the course and you def. have to study a bit more for them. Also, have to purchase a course pack but it comes in handy for tests later

Get ready to read
Graded by few things
Test heavy
5.0
3.0
PSYC341
Grade: A-
Dec 25, 2020
Would take again

I would recommend Professor Stohs! This class taught me a lot. It has 6 assignments, 3 tests, and final. The assignments need to be in detail but they are very easy! You don't need the textbook, but you DO need the course packet. For the tests, study the powerpoints!

Gives good feedback
Test heavy
2.0
3.0
PSY341
Grade: B+
Jan 5, 2021
Wouldn't take again

Finally getting around writing this. Took her last term and shes so lazy. Very unclear and there was a time we had a group assignment. I got low grade for the same work. So unprofessional and felt personal so beware. She probably wrote all her own reviews cus I would definitely not take her again.

4.0
2.0
PSYC495
Grade: A
Jan 6, 2021
Would take again

Had Dr. Stohs as an internship instructor. She really cared about her students and their success in their internships. Gets back to emails almost immediately. Incredibly helpful and gives very good feedback. I recommend this course with her!

Gives good feedback
Accessible outside class
Participation matters
1.0
4.0
PSY341
Grade: Not sure yet
Apr 29, 2021
Wouldn't take again

I don't know how she's rated so high. Her instructions on assignments are vague but when it comes to grading, she expects you to follow her criteria that weren't instructed. When you bring up an issue, she's very defensive and will make you feel stupid. Has TAs that will grade assignments differently. Claims to be a fair grader but not.

Tough grader
4.0
2.0
PSYC341
Grade: B
May 16, 2021
Wouldn't take again

grading: few assignments / 3 exams / 1 timed cumulative final she was okaaaay, she makes you buy her work book that I don't think was necessary but also needed for the assignments. don't buy the textbook though!

Test heavy
Lecture heavy
1.0
4.0
PSYC341
May 19, 2021
Wouldn't take again

Worst class I ever took no zoom office hours to ask questions CAs grade everything and based on who your CA is, thats how hard your assignments will be graded , thus the grading is unfair got a lower score than someone who turned in his assignment LATE , mine was on time will get penalized for things that werent even stated in directions

Graded by few things
Tough grader
4.0
4.0
PSYC341
Grade: A
May 20, 2021
Wouldn't take again

Hardest college class I've ever taken. While the workload is low, the key is to rely on the course packet and actively take notes throughout her lectures. DON'T BUY THE TEXTBOOK! She personally felt distant as a professor, but TA's were great at prepping us for exams and answering ?'s. This class is doable with good time management.

Graded by few things
Lecture heavy
Tough grader
2.0
3.0
PSY341
Grade: A
May 25, 2021
Wouldn't take again

Lectures are pre recorded and there's no zoom meetings. The TA's usually grade your work and they penalize you for things that were never mentioned in the instructions. The instructions are extremely vague so its hard to get it right. There's one cumulative final, and 3 normal exams (one of which gets dropped, but not the final).

Lecture heavy
Tough grader
2.0
4.0
PSY341
Grade: A
May 25, 2021
Wouldn't take again

She's super defensive whenever you bring something up to her and does not take criticism well at all. She thinks she's an amazing professor simply because she's been teaching for a long time, she said so herself. Her instructions are super vague and you're graded on things that were never mentioned in the instructions.

Tough grader
1.0
3.0
PSY341
Sep 1, 2021
Wouldn't take again

ASSIGNMENTS ARE NOT EVEN GRADED BY HER! THEYRE ALL GRADED BY HER COURSE ASSISTANTS SO GRADING SCALE IS NOT FAIR AT ALL. actually the worst prof ever- does NOT respond to emails in timely manner and literally I had the worst course assistant ever that takes off points for the stupidest things while my friends had CA's who grade fair.

Graded by few things
Test heavy
Tough grader
1.0
3.0
ABNOR341
Sep 1, 2021
Wouldn't take again

wish I could give her a zero. she doesnt even have office hours you can attend to ask questions. I tried and her response was "email will be fine". um isnt it your job as a prof to hold office hours so your students can ask questions? not all questions can be answered in a simple email. so disappointed after hearing such good things on here.

2.0
4.0
ABNOR341
Grade: Not sure yet
Mar 7, 2022

All I'm gonna say is this was presented as a fully asynchronous class, but had scheduled exam times on set days... she gave some students a hard time about changing. Some had to call out of work or skip other scheduled classes. Shes also a tough grader and has TA's do most of the grading but they grade differently, unclear instructions...

Tough grader
Accessible outside class
1.0
5.0
PSYC341
Grade: Not sure yet
May 17, 2022

AVOID AT ALL COST! I enrolled in her class because of her high rating on here, but she's the absolute worst. Asynchronous course yet there were scheduled exams, like what? Not accommodating at all, especially for someone who teaches abnormal psych. Has multiple TAs grading our work without a clear rubric. Each assignment was a hit or miss

Tough grader
Graded by few things
1.0
5.0
PSY341
Grade: B
May 18, 2022

Her tests were strictly scheduled and her assignment due dates were random with no order or warning. TA's do most grading, but when she does get to grading she is really strict. She's inconsiderate of personal lives claiming school should be a priority despite outside issues. Also, HER textbook is required and pricy. Do not recommend AT all.

Tough grader
Graded by few things
4.0
2.0
PSYC341
Grade: B
May 19, 2022
Would take again

This course was pretty straightforward. 4 Exams, (the lowest grade is dropped & final is cumulative) 6 written assignments. I pretty much did one to two pages (double spaced) per assignment and got full credit, not hard at all. 1 extra credit opportunity. CP (course packet) is NEEDED. If you put the work in you'll do great.

2.0
4.0
ABNOR341
Grade: C
May 20, 2022

pretty much TA'S do all the grading

Test heavy
4.0
3.0
PSY341
Grade: B
May 26, 2022
Would take again

Few assignments given over the course of the semester. Four exams total, last one is cumulative. Lectures were alright and helped my understanding on certain topics.

Test heavy
Graded by few things
5.0
3.0
341
Grade: B
May 31, 2022
Would take again

This class was pretty straightforward. She has a few ways to earn extra credit. The test are more applied than just definitions so make sure you take good notes and review them. Stay on top of dates and it won't be a hard class at all, just a lot of information is covered.

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