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“Professor West is so nice”
GPSYCH160 - 5.0 rating“tests aren't bad as long as you study, but she gives you 5 more points”
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Reviews (146)
Professor West is so nice! Take her for GPSYCH160 bc she's so willing to help. Tests are not that hard if you read/study, but she adds 4-8 pts per test. Also gives extra credit!
such a nice lady... she makes each lecture fun because she knows it's boring info too. tests aren't bad as long as you study, but she gives you 5 more points. if its a night class, she knows you're tired too and lets you out early. take her if you can!
Great teacher. She is always willing to help and is very understanding. She is funny and a really nice lady. Does cute little exersises to break up her lectures. Fun class. She curves grades to be what she thinks and A and a B should be. Extra points also
One of the nicest teachers at JMU and funny too. It was hard to skip class, b/c I'd feel guilty b/c she's so nice. Got an A in the class even though I probably should have had a B. Just read the text and you'll be fine.
Prof. West is sweet and fun. Work hard and you'll have the best time in this class.
I LOVED PROFESSOR WEST! She makes the class alot of fun, she answers cell phones when they ring, adds extra credit to tests, which are easy if you study, one easy presentation. She's so laid back and fun, take her if you can!
Her teaching style is recall, and her tests (which are tricky!) are applied knowledge. She's a little loopy, but nice enough. I wouldn't say she is an excellent teacher. she does give extra credit though, only bc her test questions are not well phrased.
such a hot ticket...she'll make you laugh wicked hard. Not quite sure about the tests, but I don't mind going to class.
very sweet woman, she really cares about the subject and her students. she tells jokes a lot and talks about her son all the time. the material is kind of dull and the tests are slightly difficult. 2 papers which she grades easily. attendance policy. lets you out of class early if its a late class
One of the best professors. She is so cute and really does care. She takes attendence randomly which isn't fun but only 10 times throughout the semester. Lectures are pretty interesting.If you ask about something and she doesn't know the answer she will go home and look up information.
Prof West is a very sweet woman. She tries her hardest to make things interesting and definitely works to help her students. Study notes for the test and should be fine.
Nice lady that cares about the students, but sometimes let's the annoying jerks in class get out of control. Tests aren't too bad and she usually curves. She makes the topics as interesting as possible, and tries really hard for the students... would recommend
VERY nice lady, great professor! Makes the material interesting, lets you know exactly what she will have on the tests, teaches right from the book's vocab words, does do random attendance occationally, curves tests, a few short papers on topic of your choice. Take this class with Prof. West!
i loved this class! she is a great teacher who tells interesting stories during class so it's not so boring..her test can be tricky b/c they are applied knowledge but as long as you study then you will do fine!
Great class, lots of fun, and she is attractive her husband is a very lucky man.
This class is so easy! She takes attendence 10 times, any other times are bonus points. One 5-pg paper, u pick topic, easy grader for it. The tests are a breeze, Prof. West is really fun and I reccommend her class...if it's a late one you usually get out early. Take her class!
awesome proff. easy exams and final isn't cumulative. too bad she doesnt teach upper level classes
awesome professor! she REALLY wants her students to succeed and gives extra points on tests if she thinks the question was too hard. tests are straightforward and so are her lectures. go to class and its impossible not to get an A.
Excellent prof-great ppts; tries hard to be fair and to make the material interesting. Has lots of energy for a night class. Would recommend!
Prof West...I know you are reading this...You were AWESOME this semester! one of the best at JMU
She was sooooo nice!!! I loved this class even though it was late at night! She's probably the sweetest prof. I've ever had. She wants the students to do well and really loves what she's teaching. She works really hard on her ppts so make sure you compliment her on how great they are!!!
one of the best proffs at JMU. easy tests and easy papers. I spent about an hour studying for her tests and didnt start the paper until the day it was due(i got a 75/75 on it) and got an A for the class. she understands that you have a crap load of other stuff to do since you're a college student
Awesome Teacher. She is one of the best teachers JMU has to offer. She doesn't make you remember insignificant details. She cares about what you learn and the material in class. Tests are pretty easy but that only makes the class that much better. Definitely Take!
Class based on notes from her PowerPoints. she talks a little bit about each slide and adds little facts, movie clips, and extrabits to help you understand the chapter better. 4 non-cummulative tests and one 5+ page paper on any topic that intests you that relates to psycology. i liked her so much, i now plan to double major in psych.
She's my favorite professor! At the end of my back-to-back schedule, I love coming to this class! So relaxing and laid back. I learn so much just by attending class! She is hilarious! :) I would definitely recommend her!
SHE"S SOOO FUNNY! if you get a chance take her. She makes coming to class fun. Her powerpoint notes are easy and simple and she'll do a little dance if she REALLY wants u to remmember something. u Have to at least glance at book for tests and the paper she's very lenient in. SHe just wants to know that u've learned something. TAKE HER!
Dr. West is easly one of the greatest teachers i have taken in 2 years!!! She kept it interesting and had a wonderful sense of humor. EASY paper to do and always understanding. Extra credit for class attendance and is a Mac Lover. God i wish i could taker her again!
UGH. I've never been in such a slow-moving and unchallenging class before. Sometimes I want to stand up and yell, "HOW CAN YOU PEOPLE NOT GET THIS?!" West seems nice, but she's not very willing to work things out with you if there's a problem. God help you if there is.
Was really nice and helped me make up missed tests due to illness. Tries to make information relevant and interesting with examples and powerpoints. At night, but kept my interest.
she has an attendance policy but the way it works is if you go 15 times you get the 15 attendance points and if you go more than that its extra credit. you have one paper thats easy and her tests are all mc. class can be boring at times but she does her best to make it interesting. id take her again shes nice and theres little work involved
ridiculously easy class...very easy-going professor..take her if at all possible even though it's at night. It's REALLY boring to sit through class but at least you'll make an A
One of my favorite classes. West is so easy going and funny. Makes the material relevant. Very student oriented and you learn something even though the class is not very hard.
Ms. West is so nice and energetic! She makes the material very clear and really wants everyone to learn. Easy class, and is generally interesting.
i definately wouldn't say she was rediculously easy, plus she'd probably be offended by that comment. i think she's completly and awesome teacher, and i'd reccomend her to anybody with any major. it can be easy, but you still have to study.
AWESOME TEACHER. so much fun in her class, with anyother professo it would have more than likely been bad. shes hilarious, nice, and like an awesome grandmother figure. she's very open and understanding. you do have to read for the tests and go to class for extra points. TAKE THIS CLASS!! This woman is awesome, i'll miss her next semester!
Mrs. West rocks! She is my favorite teacher because she's so down to earth and interacts with the class.
AWESOME. go to class, take notes on her slides. she tells you what information is important to know. she even gives outlines of each chapter on blackboard. i haven't read the book yet, but she does get a lot of questions from it - i've gotten b's on all of the tests though with just notes. 3 easy 1 page papers..gives extra points for attendance.
YOU NEED TO TAKE JUDY WEST BEFORE YOU LEAVE JMU. SHE'S HISTERICAL AND AN AMAZING TEACHER
Ms. West is an excellent teacher. She is really interesting and funny and her class is always enjoyable. She gives extra credit for attendance. I have learned a lot in her class just by listening to her power points, the tests aren't too bad as long as you read the chapter. She is by far one of my favorite professors!!
Judy West is AMAZING! I absolutely loved her! She is always cheerful and made a huge effort to make the material both interesting and easy to understand. Definitely sign up for one of her classes--you will love her!!
Class is interesting, especially her power points which she works so hard on!!She has good notes on powerpoints, puts outline on blackboard, study that before tests. Exams can be difficult, also there is 3 papers, and she offers 10 extra credit notes. Sometimes a bit unorganized, but she is funny and tries really hard to make material easy.
Great teacher and class! Easy as long as you take notes! Her powerpoints are interesting; she spends a lot of time on them. She gives 10 extra credit points for attending class! She keeps things easy and understands that you have a life outside of class!
I'm only a Freshman, but Judy West will definatley be one of my favorite teachers here at JMU. She is so funny, always willing to help, and really cares that her students do well. The tests are easy if you study the text before class. Seriously, get her if you can, you won't regret it.
EXTREMELY NICE PERSON. lectures are from powerpoints. you have to take notes. tests come from powerpoints and the examples in the book. takes attendence. if you go to class and read all the chapters, you'll get an A just like I did! She tries really hard to make class interesting. Gives out candy, usually lets class out early.
Judy West is one of those professors that you'll never forget. She clearly loves what she teaches, and is willing to go the distance to ensure that her students "get it." She works SO hard on her powerpoints, and offers a lot of extra credit opportunities. It's impossible not to love her, and you'll find yourself looking forward to her class!
Wonderful woman. She is such a sweet lady and does everything she can to help you get an A. I learned a lot also and always looked forward to her class.
She really makes class interesting, and her powerpoints are actually kinda cool. Read before tests, some info is in the book, not on the powerpoint. The only "projects" were 3 one-page movie reaction papers. They're and easy 100. She really cares and wants everyone to do well. I always looked forward to this class, even though it was 6:30 at night.
She's awesome! Her power points are very interesting and the tests are pretty easy. Just read the text and you'll do fine. 3 movie papers, and if you go to class you get extra credit! Take her!
Amazing professor and person. The class is a lot of fun and very interesting. Tests will be hard if you don't study!! She makes the powerpoint very interesting with movies. Very nice women- defiantly take the class. It's one of my favories!!!!
Easy, as long as you study before the test. Powerpoints are interesting, and she tells funny stories, shows videos, and has pictures to liven things up. Definitely a great teacher. Attendance policy for 10 points, then go to class another 10 times and it's extra credit. But go to class - test questions on examples from lecture on occasion.
Ms. West is an awesome professor. She's very understanding and helpful and makes class interesting. Her exams are straight from the book and power points. Definitely try to take her!
Mrs. West is the best! She made her psych class very interesting. She is so nice and caring and her class isn't that hard. Her powerpoints in class and the outlines she posts on blackbord are very helpful when it comes to studying for the tests. I would def reccommend her!
She is such a sweet lady! She not only teaches the material well but makes sure to tell us things we may find useful later in life. 3 Papers and 4 tests all multiply choice. If you go to class and pay attention it isn't too hard. This was probably my favorite Gen Ed of all. Take her!!!!
Wonderful lady and great professor. By far the most fun you can ask for out of Life Span class. Has a genuine concern for her students and its easy to do fantastic in her class. Posts notes on blackboard, assigns easy guaranteed A papers and has all multiple choice test. Take her class!!!
Judy West! a teenager trapped in a middle -aged woman's body. Wonderful woman, great passion for the content of her course. Powerpoints get boring, but she has a great sense of humor. Attendance is bonus points on your average at the end of the semester. Tests are straight forward. TAKE JUDY WEST!
amazing woman. i've heard 160 is a lot easier than 101 and she makes it really interesting. definitely take her.
take her for gpsych160! learned a lot, and if you go to class, youll do fine on the test. sucks it's at night but worth it . TAKE HER!!!
Professor West was a very friendly professor who was willing to help get you through the course. She gave extra credit for attendance and was fair in grading majority of the time. I would reccomend taking this class but it is hard to sit through in the evening, especially in the spring when everyone is out on the quad having fun.
She keeps the class extremely interesting with pictures and videos. Gives you all the notes and gives you outlines for each chapter. Basically lets you know how the tests are going to be and is extremely helpful. She does attendance by giving you 20 random chances so you can still miss a class or two.
She is very fair and understanding. She makes GPSYC160 fun to learn. You get the chance for extra credit by showing up to class.TAKE THIS CLASS!
I love this class and this teacher! She's really approachable and really wants you to learn. All you have to do is go to class (only takes attendance 20 times, 10 are extra credit)and pay attention and you'll get an A or B. Only 3 movie papers with an easy rubric and tests aren't hard if you study. She's the best professor I've had yet!
Professor West is amazing! She is very passionate about what she teaches and really wants her students to do well. She posts chapter outlines online and every test is based on her power points which are very straightforward. Grade is based on 4 tests, non-cumulative, 3 one page movie papers and attendance. If you have to take this class, definitely
My favorite teacher by far! I really didn't want to take this class, but within the first week it became one of my favorites. She really makes the subject interesting and even though you technically don't have to go every day, I never missed a class becasue it was so great. :)
I loved Professor West! The only issue I had was that she sometimes didn't know how to work her powerpoints and wasted class time worrying over slide transitions but teaching wise, very helpful and extremely nice. She made the material fun to learn and easy to remember. I wish I could take this class every semester!
Take Prof. West! if you do the work ( 3 movie papers) and study for the tests you will get an a.
The tests are easy if you pay attention to lecture.
Wow... What an amazing professor. I can sincerely say she was one of the only professors I have ever had that I truly felt cared about mine (and everyone elses) grade. She wants everyone to do well. She is very Understanding, very thoughtful. Excellent. A Must-have professor.
Professor West is awesome! She is extremely helpful and very funny. She keeps the class interesting and cares so much about her students. I definitely recommend taking her! Tests are easy if you study and the movie papers boost your great. Overall a great class. TAKE HER.
she is very very eaeasy to the point that the class teaches you nothing. if you like psyc avoid her. if you don't care, shell be your favorite teacher.
TAKE HER! Judy is the friendliest professor you will ever have. Everyone told me how hard this class was going to be for me, but I got an A+. It is nearly impossible not to get at least a B. She gives Movie Papers that are really interesting and fun to watch. She is constantly striving to make the class interesting and entertaining. I never missed.
Judy West is the nicest lady ever! She is always striving to help her students learn the material by fixing her powerpoints. There are 4 tests (including the final) and 3 movie papers that are pretty interesting. Sweetest woman ever-just keep up with the material and study a little before the test and you'll get at least an A-.
One of the best professors I have ever had. The only thing she could do to make her better is to start curving the final grades a few points like many professors do.
Basically she is a saint. Do your work which is basically nothing minimal grade B-
WOW I was actually going to take an online session. I am so glad that I decided to take Ms. West. Excellent professor w/ a great teaching style. Her exam questions are so straight forward that you seriously just run through your scantron. However, just like anything in life, the only way to do well in this class is to study your ass off. Good luck!
Very interesting teaching style and tried to make material interesting to our age group. Tests hard but straightforward. Funny and accessible.
She is the most awesome professor ever! This is my favorite class because of her. She gives you outlines for every chapter which help you know what is going to be on the tests. there are 4 tests that are all worth the same,and 3 movie papers. the movie papers are only 1 page and are an easy A. I would recommend her.TAKE HER CLASS!!you will love it.
She is an incredible teacher. Made me want to go to class everyday and found a way to make psychology interesting. You have to study, but she gives you outlines and makes things so easy on you. If you put in time to study, you will get a good grade.
Dr. West was a fantastic professor. Her gpsyc160 class was my favorite of the semester! She made it so interesting and I looked forward to coming to class. She puts outlines on blackboard for each chapter and I would suggest doing those ahead of time so you can engage in class discussion more. Her tests aren't bad as long as you study your notes.
ONE OF THE BEST PROFESSORS I HAVE HAD. SHE GIVES OUT STUDY GUIDES. SHE'S VERY NICE. SHE KNOWS WHAT SHE'S TALKING ABOUT. I LOVED BEING IN HER CLASS. IF YOU HAVE TO TAKE GPSYC 160 TAKE HER BECAUSE SHE MAKES THE CLASS VERY FUN AND INTERESTING...EVEN AT 9 AM LOL.
She is one of the most kind and helpful professors I have had. She puts lots of short, fun videos into class lectures, and even makes study guides for her chapters that when filled out, almost guarantee you an A. She made the subject so interesting! I love her.
Ms. West is a great professor. She keeps the class entertaining. There are 3 video quizzes and four tests (one being the final), these are all fairly easy as long as you pay attention. Ms. West is very funny, I definitely recommend her class.
Judy West was a great professor.She was my 1st class ever as a freshman & I was so releived after her 1st class.You can tell she LOVES what she does.She was never in a bad mood.She gives studyguides for you to fill out for each chapter which are really helpful!You do have to study for the tests though.But the final's not cummulative!just 1 chapter!
Judy West is the best.
she takes attendance sometimes but says it doesnt count for anything. exams are really easy if you study. she gives lots of 10 point movie quizzes which is an easy way to boost your grade. with lectures she moves through powerpoints really quickly, its definitely doable but slow note takers wouldn't like her. really nice lady who cares.
She is a wonderful professor! She makes her lectures interesting and relatable to our lives. Her tests are very straight forward and she is always willing to help if you ask her. While attendance isn't mandatory the in class powerpoints and discussions cover important material not in the textbook that are on the tests. She is amazing!
If you don't take Judy West, you are crazy! She is such an awesome lady! You are going to have to study for tests, but trust me you'll want to! She makes you want to do well and is so helpful and understanding. Classes are fun! TAKE THIS CLASS.
West is a really good teacher. She always wants the class to participate and is good about putting little movie clips into the lectures to keep students focused. There are 4 quizzes (online) and 4 exams- 50 questions each. The exams aren't too bad but you have to read the chapters. I also got the study guide and found that really helpful.
I love Judy West! She played music before class started and makes great power points. Attendance was not mandatory, but I enjoyed going to class. Test questions are not hard and the web sight that goes with the text book really helps with studying.
I honestly don't think prof. west is that great of a professor. i do like the outlines she does for the chapter, but she goes through her notes in class too fast, her tests are more difficult that i anticipated, and she just reads the slides she does. I got really frustrated in class.
Response to last commenter - if you do the outlines AHEAD OF TIME, she really doesn't go too fast. Also, I didn't find the tests that hard. Sure, they require actual application of knowledge, but isn't that the point of learning? Overall, I really liked this course. Content is always presented in a clear, interesting manner. What more can you ask?
Fairly easy class. Provides chapter outlines, which she bases her tests after. Gives online movie quizzes and a syllabus quiz. Doesn't take attendance, but mentions information in class that isn't in the book. Overall, if you attend class and actually put in time looking over the outlines, you'll get a good grade.
Easiest class I've ever taken, you don't even need to take notes to pass. Just read the textbook and go by that; honestly reading the bolded words in it is enough to pass. Power points are somewhat useful in class to follow along with. Tests are easy and so are the quizzes on the videos she assigns us to watch.
I think Prof West is a good teacher, she GENUINELY cares about her students, and whether they understand the material or not. Goes through about a chapter a week, and has daily quizzes that pretty straight forward, and the tests are not that hard, however you should study main concepts. I'd recommend her class!!
Her class is super easy! She is very interested in her topic, and has a bunch of stories relating to class. I rarely use my textbook except for the open-book quizzes. The tests are straight from the notes basically. I highly recommend her.
She really is an Amazing teacher. She truly cares about the class, and making sure her students know what she is saying. Loved that class. Take her!!
She is an awesome professor, probably my best one this semester. I would recommend reading the chapter and taking your own notes before class because she adds things that aren't in the book and sometimes its a lot to take down in a short amount of time. She is super nice and makes sure her tests are fair. TAKE HER SHE'S GREAT :)
Judy is my favorite professor in my time at JMU. She really is the best. She cares about what she teaches and wants you to do well. You have to study for her tests, as she looks for application as opposed to memorization. She makes classes interesting and relevant. I felt bad missing class at all, though its not required. Try to take her class.
She is a great professor and very passionate about the subject she teaches. She truly cares about her students and wants them to do well. She goes through powerpoints pretty fast, but as long as you read the textbook you should be fine. Her tests aren't easy, but if you study they are fine. I suggest taking her class.
She is very passionate about what she teaches. In order to do well you must read the book, study notes, and read any articles she posts to BB.
She is a very passionate professor. She cares a lot for her students. Tests are a little hard but very manageable with studying and reading the book. Online quizzes help boost your grade. Class attendance isn't mandatory and not going doesn't hurt you too much if your read the book. I would take her again.
I loved Professor West. There were online quizzes for every chapter, completely on the book. Tests every 3 or 4 chapters. You can still pass the class and not actually go to class but she does cover some things in class that aren't in the book and puts them on tests. I took AP Psych in HS and she did and excellent job with the content.
She is definately a great teacher and good at explaining the material, but you HAVE to go to class because lot of test questions are from the ppts and she adds stuff that isn't in the textbook. She does not put the powerpoints on Blackboard either so you must go and take thorough notes. If you study those, you will get at least a B!
She's cute. But the approaches the lectures like she's teaching them to kids, and she's so anal about phone use - she will wander the large lecture hall tracking down students using their phones. Online quizzes every week (so easy to get 100% since theyre straight out of textbook). Tests every 3 chapters that are quite easy. Dont miss class!
She is awesome! Truly passionate and consistent and really wants the class to know what she's teaching. Weekly online open book quizzes on the chapters which help, notes and videos in class, and reading textbook out of class. She really is a great teacher and always striving to be better, TAKE THIS CLASS! You won't regret it.
Starts class with music and always prepared. Lots of notes and you must study for tests. Powerpoints are interesting and nice videos which explain some concepts. Should definitely take.
Easy class if you do the online quizzes and read the textbook. You cannot rely on the lecture notes because she goes pretty fast. She's a nice and understanding teacher but she isn't the best with a lecture hall setting. Easy to get a good grade if you're willing to put in the work.
Judy West is cool but kind of all over the place. She doesn't cover the depth of information necessary for the exam and relies heavily on the textbook which is super dry and lame. Take her but be prepared to read which I was not.
Judy West is awesome! the sweetest lady ever, shes like a mom. She covers material in a very organized manner and everything fits right in with the chapters in the book. be prepared to bring your laptop to class, she goes over notes pretty quick and its much easier to type them out rather than trying to write everything down. definitely recommend!
Professor West always strives for improvement. She's eager to help everyone and is very clear. Everything she expects is laid out so there's never any ambiguity. There are weekly quizzes and book readings but it is all interesting material. West does her best to incorporate a lot of humor into the class and it was a lot of fun to take!
My favorite professor so far! She is hilarious and keeps her lectures so interesting! I highly highly recommend her! the tests aren't too bad and she holds optional review sessions! Definitely take her if you get the opportunity!
West is really cool! She's very laid back when going to visit her in her office hours! Her class is pretty fast paced but easy to keep up with if you do the study guides. The online quizzes are common knowledge if you read the chapter and the tests aren't horrible if you read over the material. I highly recommend her! (:
West is very approachable and does not go in depth with any topics. She tries to make psychologocal concepts easy to remember. Weekly quizzes are easy, and As/Bs on all tests with 20 minutes of studying
Judy West is awesome! She's really nice and helpful. She can go a bit fast through slides but will go back. It's not hard to ace the tests just have the notes filled in before class and it'll be really enjoyable. I only study for 2 hrs the night before if all my notes are filled in before class each day and get A's. Best class so far at JMU!!
She's a good professor, she knows what she's talking about, and generally her lectures are at least interesting. She doesn't post any of her powerpoints on blackboard, so you have to be in class. Her tests are pretty hard but she frequently adds points back
Judy is one of the best professors I've had at JMU thus far! She teaches the material that are on her tests, and gives you study guides to fill out as you read the chapter and take notes in class, so it's easy to follow along and know what to study. I highly recommend her. I enjoyed going to class every day because of what a great professor she is.
She's such a sweet woman! Her tests come directly from the notes, so go to class because notes are not put online! Fast grader and tests are only 50 questions. Take her for Psych 160!
I absolutely loved Professor West. She is funny and tries her best to keep the class interested. Her tests are easy and the online quizzes are easy if you know your material. Loved this class!!
Not my favorite professor. She used her notes for the test rather than the textbook but it wasn't too hard. In the end, even though she wasn't very helpful, she was very fair. I'd recommend her!
I loved her! She is very sweet, and cares a lot about her students. I found the class really easy, as long as you do the readings. I definitely recommend her
She's really sweet and I'd definitely recommend her. The only thing was the study guide, definitions may be hard to catch on the slides if you don't have it (which I dont).
Professor West is a by far one of my favorite professors I've had at JMU so far. She is really nice and actually cares about the success of her students. Her tests aren't too bad if you study for them and most of it is directly from the notes. She shows a lot of video clips that help clarify things too. DEFF TAKE HER IF YOU HAVE THE CHANCE!
Professor West is so sweet. I'd take her again, even though I'm not a fan of psych. She's engaging and it's definitely not a hard class. You have to go to class if you want to get a good grade, because the book is barely used for test questions. Pick her!
I definitely recommend taking her! She is so sweet and one of my favorite professors. You can tell she really cares about you understanding the material and succeeding. Use her reading and study guides! They almost always follow what is on the exams.
I heard about her from my friend and she highly recommended her. I was skeptical about how interesting the information and material would be in this class, but she makes me want to come to class. Her powerpoints are very entertaining, and she makes a great effort to be engaging and not boring.
Judy was a great professor! She cares about the students and wants us to succeed and understand the material. She always puts a positive spin on the class and her examples help the material stick. She is so eager to help and always willing to answer questions. Take Judy!
This is a class i dread coming to everyday. She ropes you in the first weeks making you think the class is easy but its extremely difficult. If you slip up once on a test you can kiss your A goodbye. I studied all night for several tests and the best grade i got was a B. Find an easier GenEd because this one is not easy
LOVE HER! She wants to see the class do well she seems very grandmotherly & tries too be "hip" and she tells you exactly what is on the test even bolds it in her chapter outlines. Attendance isn't mandatory but if you go to lecture & study a little you will do well. She ALWAYS acknowledges when she makes a mistake & adjusts grades. TAKE HER :)
Provides guides to read chapters that are helpful. Begins class with music and always on time. Powerpoints are beautiful and nice to watch. Some information only given in lecture so you must go to class. Add info we would be interested in to chapters--one of my favorite classes. She is always in a good mood. MUST study for tests, though.
Definitely take her! She really wants the class to succeed & quickly admits to any mistakes she makes & adjusts grades accordingly. Print out & fill in the study guides (which follow the book almost exactly) before lecture so you can really pay attention & you will do great!
Had to study, but the class was interesting and she was always in a good mood. Cares about student success and makes lectures fun. Would def recommend.
Judy West is the BEST! By far the best professor I've had at JMU. She is the sweetest woman ever. Tries so hard to be clear/concise. Takes responsibility for mistakes and adds points to exams. Only 3 exams and 10 quizzes. Easy! I looked forward to her class because she is so FUNNY! LOVE her! Definitely take her! You won't regret!
Awesome professor. I'm in a class with 300 people and she still makes the class interesting and fun! She makes study guides which makes it really easy! She shows videos all the time to help reinforce topics and give us breaks during notes. She answers questions from any student, even with so many students in the class. Overall a great professor.
PLEASE GET JUDY WEST!! She is the best psychology professor I could have asked for. She gives you study guides- FILL THEM OUT! They can be annoying to do, but if you fill them out(along with lecture notes) you will do really well in her class. Just remember to study for the tests and you should do fine! When she says only know concepts she means it
I absolutely LOVED Judy West! She is the sweetest teacher and cares so much about her students! As long as you read the textbook and fill out the study guide she provides, you will do fine! She plays music before every class and always tries to get her students engaged. Such a sweet woman (:
Judy West is the sweetest woman alive! Definitely take her. I genuinely enjoy going to her class, and it's at 9:05 AM! She makes psych so interesting and she's so much fun. TAKE THIS CLASS :)
Literally one of the best professors on campus. Im so lucky I chose her by accident. She is retiring so if you are taking this class for the Spring of 2014 take advantage of her last semester here!
The most adorable lady ever. Seriously one of the most sincere professors I've ever had and is just so nice. Take her if you can! You won't regret it. She makes you study guides and if you just fill those out you'll be fine on the tests! And she tries so hard to make her power points interesting its presh
I've skipped this class SO much. It's a huge class so she doesn't take attendance, but it's SO easy. She gives you study guides that go along with the book and it's pretty self-explanatory. If you don't understand something, go to class. Ask a question. She's so helpful! EASY EASY A.
Prof West is so cute and really funny! Lectures fly by and she acts just like a teenager, funny jokes and all! She includes videos and explains all the topics very very well. If you have taken a psychology class, this is pretty much a review. Make sure you print out the reading guides and add to it during the lecture. Favorite class by far!
She definitely knows what she's talking about, and despite the class being at 9AM she's always really funny and full of energy. Attendance isn't taken and it's easy to get the notes if you miss them. Definitely take this class, she is great at explaining things.
Judy is the bomb dot com Seriously, she makes things so applicable. SHE IS A REAL PERSON! You will be able to relate to her and love her as a mother even in that 400 person lecture hall. Wonderful class, structured well, and just a great woman all together! P.S. you'll also fall madly in love with her "Strange little biscuit" <3
She is a great teacher who actually wants you to learn. All quizzes online. Drops lowest quiz grade. Four tests in class. I would definitely recommend her.
I love Dr. West! This has been my favorite class at JMU. You will learn so much in one semester, and she presents it in an interesting way! There are four tests that you'll be fine on if you study. Judy West is an extremely positive representation of JMU. Happy retirement, Dr. West.
Loved coming to this class. It's interesting and she shows lots of videos. She drops your lowest quiz grade. The final is not cumulative. Study for the exams and you'll do fine.
SHE IS THE BEST TEACHER EVER!!!!!!!
Wish all professors were like her. She clearly cares about teaching the material and is the nicest professor you could have. Doesn't make the class hard at all but wants you to get something out of it. Happy retirement West!
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