She expects a lot from her students, but she's incredibly friendly, funny, and helpful. She's easy to meet with to go over stuff, and she really cares about her students doing well in her classes. She's a great teacher. Just make sure you put in your time studying and you'll be just fine since she gives you everything you will need!

The subject matter is a little dull, but she's perky. She does expect alot out of non major students, but she teaches you to work.

She expects a lot, but she explains everything well. As long as you go to class you'll be fine!

karen is a very helpful professor, but her exams and quizzes are extremely hard. They are multiple choice, and when you narrow answers down to about two....you are definitely bound to get the answer wrong. If I were you, I would look for an easier professor.

She was a really good teacher, expects a lot from her students but if you go to class and do the assignments, its pretty easy and fun most of the time too. even though i got a D, it was a cool class

Very good teacher! She respects her students and is willing and available to help, she is also very approachable. Karen is passionate about teaching which isn't something you see too often. She expects you to show up to class so you better! She also won't do work FOR you, she will only help you. If you dont want to challenge yourself, dont take her

Very clear and helpful whenever needed. She's very easy to get along with, and cares about her students. She will challenge you, but overall isn't too hard. She teaches this class perfectly.

She is very knowledgeable and her tests are very fair. I learned a lot in this class. If you go to class and study the notes, this is an enjoyable and relatively easy class.

Absolutely a helpful professor! She's really nice and willing to help her students to get high grade in her class. Go to class frequently and study your note, you'll be easily have a B

She was the best teacher I ever had. I was an anthro major and changed my major after taking her class. I would definitely recommend her. Just be prepared to work show up to class on time, and cell phone off. She rocks! Thanks Karen for a great class!

Loved her class! I was dreading taking a biology course, but ended up loving the class. It isn't hard as long as you review for the quizzes. If you need a science course take her!

Best teacher I have ever had! So nice and made the information enjoyable.

I loved her. I had an extremely hard time personally the quarter I took her class, and she made every opportunity available for me to keep up/make up work. She is extremely helpful and if you just study (like you're supposed to do for EVERY class) you'll do fine!

I LOVED HER! I had her for both BIOS 103 & 221. She expects you to study the material, and have common courtesy. All of her tests and quizzes were fair. She's very clear on what she expects, all you have to do is go to class, and study. She has slides, but doesn't put up everything. She's not rude, she just expects you to be respectful.

Do what your suppose to do and its a breeze..

she is a really good teacher. sometimes she babbles about stuff that you dont really need to know. if you are doing poorly GO IN AND SEE HER! she is really helpful and if she notices that you are in between grades and you have come to her then she will help you out

Karen is a very FAIR professor. You will know exactly what is going to be on quizzes and exams. Study a little bit and go to SI a few times and you'll do fine. Not really necessary to buy the book. I only used it one or two times the whole quarter

She is a great professor! As long as you study for exams, you will do fine. The class was challenging and I learned a lot. She is very passionate about biology.

This was one of my favorite classes! Karen is a great teacher! As long as you're willing to learn and put forth an effort to do so, you'll enjoy this class.

I actually had her for Bios 103 and loved the class, so I took 221. You do not have to read the book AT ALL because she covers everything in class. You have to go to class and study. It's very relevent, interesting info. She is very fair and knows what she is talking about. She is willing to meet with students. So far my fav professor and class!

Prof Mammone is absolutely great. I've had a rough quarter for a multitude of reasons, but her class was always very interesting, and she was funny enough to brighten my mornings. She's very fair. She expects things of you, but if you do what is asked you'll be fine. You don't really need the book, but if you learn best from reading its worth it

BEST teacher here. She really teaches. Her class isn't easy but you don't have to read the book to do well, you just have to attend class and take good notes. She gives outside information and really tells us what's going on. Anyone who hated this class didn't go everyday. Honestly she's a phenomenal teacher, you just have to attend class.

Explains course very clearly, gets to the point.

Mammone is a tough, but very fair professor. You have to work to get a good grade in the class. It's worth your time to stay for the entire lab because she will test anything and everything you see on display. Take the time to do all of your prelab and inlab objectives and know the your binder very well.

Everyone complained that this class was too hard, but it was not any harder than a class at a UNIVERSITY should be. If you go in expecting a university-quality education, Mammone is an awesome professor. Pay attention, take notes, get a good grade.

This was a very difficult class. If you go to every class, you should do well. She tells you everything you know... DO NOT BUY THE BOOK. The true key to getting an A is going to class everyday... but even then... it is HARD

Not sure why everyone is saying she's so hard. 100 level just means it's broad. And she tells you that. She does a lot to help you study, and it has helped me a lot. She actually cares about what she is teaching. Go to every class and you will do fine.

Really she's not that bad. Its a had class due to alot of memorization and wierd terms you've never heard before. But its certianly never boring. There are enough cool animal pictures to captivate a 5 year old. Just get the wierd vocab down and make sure you know the subphylums and you will be fine

One of the most difficult classes I've taken & I'm a third year. Too hard, considering I got a D+ and I still feel completely educated on the topics in the course. However, she is extremely passionate and does teach well. I actually found a way to enjoy the class even though I got a D.

Karen's class definitely wasn't and easy one. I went to every SI session and attended every class and still got a B+. You have to attend class every day, take detailed notes, and study at least a week in advance to do well. But she is an awesome teacher and i learned so much. Only take if you are willing to do the work and study.

As long as you are prepared to study for her 3 exams, then you should have no problem maintaining an A. Attend class and SI sessions and take notes, and you should be fine; I was. Karen stresses the importance of attendance because that is where you will get your information for tests. It's honestly not that hard, just study!

Awesome Professor! Very helpful. Interesting class.

Great professor! Don't be intimidated by how strict she sounds on the first day of class, you really just need to show up to learn. If you go to class and take good notes, esp. on important topics that she stresses, you should have no problem passing. Also studying every week helps too, don't wait 2 days before the exam to study, or you're screwed

GREAT WOMAN!I would recommend taking this course over the summer. She gets more personal with her students and your able to understand her better. Make flashcards after every lecture, and listen to what she says because it's usually on the test. I barely even used the booked. I would hold off on buying it.

I took this class online and really enjoyed it! As long as you keep up with the powerpoints (which she narrates)and weekly quizzes, take good notes, you're almost guaranteed an A. There's no surprises come exam day, everything on the exam is included in the studyguides provided. You are never required to use anything from the textbook.

Very nice professor. Do not only copy the powerpoints, but listen to what she says because there will be questions about stuff not on powerpoints but covered in class. Very organized. SI sessions help a lot too. Make flashcards every day after class not just right before the test and do the case studies and read the articles she gives you!

The class is hard, to succeed in this class you need to take detailed notes and study every day, power points every day but i wouldn't just copy them, listen to what she says and takes notes from that. The class is interesting but don't think that its easy because it is a 100 level class.

She puts up PP online but a lot of info on her test in said in class. She gives some of the hardest test, so start studynig right away. No curve. She is always willing to help, but you need to try hard and go to SI sessions. Good luck..

This class is really not that bad. Like any class you take, it is helpful to go to class and take GOOD notes. If you do that, then you will do fine on the tests. She gives you really extensive review power points before the test, so if you took good notes and paid attention then you shouldn't have a problem. Just go to class, and you're good.

Although there was a lot of material, as long as you studied for the tests it was easy to get a B if not an A. She posted all of her power points online, and she never put anything on the tests that she didn't go over in class. She is monotone but I enjoyed her sense of humor so much and it really made the class a lot easier to sit through.

TAKE THIS CLASS. Seriously. I took it online and her quizzes and exams are directly out of the power point. don't bother buying the textbook. Literally, just study the lectures and you are in good shape. I got 100% on almost every exama because I just studied the lectures. Also, the quizzes...know them for test days. You will see them again! TAKE!!

I really liked Karens class. It was difficult, but she had a lot of good lectures and was really passionate about making sure you know more about your body than you did when you came into it.

She tells you everything you need to know which are not in her slides. Do not buy the book. She get off topic a lot.

This class was challenging but all it required was notes and studying. Karen gave everything needed to know for the quizzes and tests and supplied study guides for every chapter. She was always willing to help and answer questions and the book wasn't required at all.

Mammone really grew on me. At first i was a bit irritated with her personal anecdotes but they're actually quite interesting. She's very willing to help students and is extremely passionate about her subject. As a non-major I came out with a good grade and knowledge that I'm glad I now have. Give her, and this course, a chance.

I really enjoyed Karen's class! She was straightforward and kind. She did have a lot of personal anecdotes, but I enjoyed that because it made her seem like more of a real person. Go to class, take notes, you'll be fine. Shes easy to talk to in person, if you need help, ASK!

I was worried about taking this class after reading comments on here.It may have been different for me because I took it online. All I have to say it Karen is wonderful and will work with you. She knows you have a life outside of school and understands things happen. In her online power points she is straight forward and easy to understand!

I found Karen extremely understanding and kind. She gives out her cell number and is very cool about texting her etc. I had medical issues and she helped me out by postponing assignments and quizzes. Decent teacher, great person.

I found her to be very friendly. She reminds you when assignments are due, gives out her cell number, and is very understanding. She tries to make things interesting. The class was difficult but I'm glad she was the professor. After quizzes, she tells you what you did wrong, and gives encouragement. Great person to have as a prof.

Generally fair in her expectations, however, she can expect a lot of time input for a one credit hour class. Still, she was fair and taught you everything you needed to know. Plus the lab material was definitely interesting to learn about.

Karen makes herself very available to her students. The material in this class is difficult, but her detailed notes make the tests easy if you go to class and do the study guides. She put her slides online but elaborates on them in lectures so go to class. Her personal stories are relevant and interesting, she has a lot of experience in the field.

Great teacher, though i only took her for a lab. good feed back but she grades ver tough and is very specific in what she wants so ask a lot of questions. Loves what she teaches.

Gives you study guides for each chapter. It's a lot of information but as long as you know whats on the study guide you'll get A's on the exams. She gives a few other assignments like online quizzes (which aren't hard and prepare you for the exam) and case study's to boost your grade besides the 3 or 4 exams you have.

Karen was one of my favorite teachers my first semester. She definitely knows what she is talking about! If you show up to class and print out the powerpoints you will get an A. Study guides are basically the test itself and you get them a week early. Do not be afraid of the bad reviews, it is a great class.

Mammone is very intimidating, but she cares about her students and wants you to do well. Doesn't take attendance, lectures are on blackboard, but I wouldn't skip because she explains things very well in class. Tests aren't bad if you study. She gives out her number so you can always reach her with questions.

The class is very informative if you attend and study appropriately!

Although she canceled class quite a bit due to sickness, it was a great class. My favorite class during my first semester of college. If you study you will pass the tests. I learned to study a bit more than I had in the past. Overall, not a bad class and not too hard.

Karen is an amazing women, who are passionate about her job. Her lectures are critical so you must go to class, and as long as you study the material you will do fine on her exams.

This online class is basically just reading over Karen's PPT. Quizzes are 10 pts, papers 5 pts, and exams 100pts. If you don't pass the exams you will fail the class. The exams are timed. Might not be a great class if you have test anxiety. Karen is nice and wants her students to do well.

Ms. Mammone was my favorite teacher this past semester! Lectures consisted of her clicking through a powerpoint and the class taking notes. But she always kept the lectures interesting. She was funny and knew a lot about everything she taught. If you don't show up to class, you won't receive a lot of very easy points. Easy class if you take time.

KAREN IS AMAZING. Print out the slides before going to class, and write down every word she says. She is brilliant (a little scary) but a great teacher. If you listen and give the class the time it takes you will do well. If you need help text her, she's actually super nice. I was hospitalized during finals and she accommodated and helped me a lot.

One thing that was annoying was that she turned the lights off during her lectures, so if you have her early its tough to stay awake because she doesn't make you that interested. Her slides aren't in detail so you need to show up to take notes. She never seems in a good mood and every assignment is VERY important. Not a fan and would not recommend.

Karen comes off as intimidating, but she is actually very nice. If you go to her office hours she is extremely helpful. She doesn't put hardly anything on the power points, so you have to write down everything she says. But, almost everything she says will be on the test. If you take good notes and study hard you will come out with an A in the clas

Karen is a very nice professor. She may come off intimidating but once i got to know her, she's became one of my favorite professors. However, you do have to try and study for the tests. They are not hard if you do.

I had Karen for Human Biology and it defiantly took me by surprise. You learn quickly how to properly make your flashcards if you want to pass with a decent grade. Karen is a great prof and lets her love for biology shine though her lectures. I have learned more from her class then any other class I have taken. BETTER STUDY!

Overall, one of the most organized classes I've taken. Expectations were clear and consistent throughout the course, and the material in her lectures is presented in a very logical way that makes it easy to follow. She has a direct way of speaking that made it easy for me to understand and learn from her. Material was really interesting too.

loved her class print the slides out to take notes and its a breeze also went to si regular and that helped

Karen's class has been my favorite so far at OU. I lost my love of science in high school, but this class completely re-sparked my interest. She's very intelligent and I look forward to going to class everyday. As long as you go to SI sessions and put in the work you should do fine.

Good instructor. If you don't go to class you will more than likely do poorly on exams because it is lecture based. If you attend SI regularly (really recommend) then you should be fine!

I loved Karen. This was not an 'easy A' class. She expected you to work for the grade you received. I think she made the class very interesting and made it easy to pay attention. You need to go to class and pay attention and take good notes and if you do that, you're in good shape.

Professor Mamone was very funny and also very nice. She is always willing to help with any questions you may have. Attendance isn't mandatory but it will help you understand the lessons better. I suggest you go to SI sessions for this course, it makes everything much easier. Overall this is a good class but you have to study and work hard.

For a non-bio major course, I didn't think this was that bad. She makes the lectures local to you and has adjusted many of her lectures to include less detailed info. Class isn't mandatory, but you won't pass if you don't go. She wrote up study guides for our class and would post them to blackboard which made studying easier. No quizzes, just exams

Karen is such an inspirational professor. She is definitely one of my all time favorites. She loves her job and you can most certainly tell! If you just go to class and listen you will do okay on tests, but I would suggest going to class and taking notes if you want an A. There isn't really homework, so thats nice.

Go to SI! It helps so much!

I loved Karen! She has worked with the same SI leader for a couple years now and together they make a great duo. I also think you can be successful in this class without SI. She really cares about her students. She gives you her cell phone number and will actually text you at any hour! Great overall professor.

Karen Mammone's class was easy because she made topics pretty clear and puts all the lecture notes on blackboard. One tip I have is to not bypass diagrams and pictures from lecture, she will put some questions based on them on tests. Overall, easy class.

If you come to class and take notes the tests are pretty easy. She also cares a lot about how well her students are doing and tries to find the best ways for the class to learn. I really enjoyed her.

Karen is the best. If you want to actually learn, take her class.

I loved having Karen as a professor. She really made the class interesting and made me motivated to do good in the class. Studying outside of class is huge. I didnt use the textbook. The study guides she makes for exams are great help!!

Karen was a great professor. I really enjoyed taking her class. She really cares that her students do well. She really challenges you to do your best. SI sessions are very helpful!

Was really good at explaining material that is not easy to learn. Karen was super personable and overall a really good professor.

Professor Mammone is one of those professors who cares about your grade as much as you do. If you do not show a willingness to work hard for a good grade, then she will not sympathize with you. She simplifies complex processes and conveys the info very clearly. I really enjoyed Karen's class and definitely learned a lot.

Her passion for the topic is contagious; I really enjoyed her class. The slides have voice recordings and movie links, and she applies everything to real life. Tests are straight forward. I printed her slides as handout notes (3 slides per page) for notes and studying. Keep up with the presentations and notes for an easy A!

This class has actually been my favorite class so far in my college career. She is so passionate about what she is talking about and it sparked a love for biology in me. The lectures are mostly just spoken word, but as long as you study, you will do great!

I really enjoyed her class. Bio does not come easy to me and I definitely had to apply myself but Professor Mammone provides everything that you need to do well in class. Her lectures are actually interesting and prepare you for quizzes/exams. Just DO THE STUDY GUIDES & DON'T GET BEHIND & you will be okay!

I really enjoyed Professor Mammone's class. Just be aware that this is a class that is easy to get behind in. Exams and quizzes reflect the material that is taught in class, so make sure you show up and take good notes. Also, study hard for the exams. They're not super difficult but you will need to start studying several days in advance.

Prof M is amazing. Her lectures are really well made and she throws in some non mandatory reading sometimes on cool stuff related to the course. She really makes sure to remind you when quizzes and exams are so you won't forget. She actually cares about you and your grade. Definitely recommend!

Prof M really cares about her students. Biology is a hard subject for me but, as long as you put in minimal effort, you'll be fine. Do the study guides, double check yourself with Quizlet. She can be intimidating at first but just stay at her pace and take good notes!!

I absolutely loved taking her class. Bio can get difficult but her PowerPoints and study guides really help. The class is mostly graded on quizzes and 3 writing assignments that are all very easy. She is willing to help you understand any topic you are having trouble for and si for this class is super helpful. Just do the study guides!!

Took this first semester of freshman year and loved it. She makes you work for it but the lectures are really interesting and as long as you show up and take good notes, you will do good on the exams. She knows what she's talking about and you learn about really important stuff. Great class

Dr. Mammone explains the lectures and the asynchronous Friday lectures very well. The PowerPoint consists of bullet points, so going to lecture and taking good notes is important to pass. The 60 questions per exam is doable, if you have studied the material, done the quizzes and study guides the professor makes available. One of the best prof I had

She was always willing to help, and always made sure to assist the class with any questions. Made class topics interesting and followed a set schedule. Overall a very nice woman and an amazing professor.

Professor Mammone is very thorough in her lectures. Sometimes, she includes facts and fun information in her slides. Attendance is not mandatory, but you will fall behind if you don't come to class because she explains in further detail. Other than that, the class is pretty easy to pass.

As long as you come to class, take notes, pay attention, and communicate, you will do fine in this course. Prof. Mammone is passionate about what they teach and it makes long lectures easier to sit thru. Exams are a very large part of your grade, if you mess up 1 exam, you could be screwed, so do everything you can to keep that from happening.

Grades fairly. Always gave the option for an online lecture if you couldn't make it to class/didn't want to. Tests mainly stuck to study guide. Few assignments, but worth many points and can easily get full credit and boost your grade. Very realistic and respectful to students needs academically and personally. Holds study sessions before exams.

Notes are very easy to understand. This class was a clear and easy way to understand biology, I never did too well in bio until this course. It is in your favor to show up to class because she will say info during the lecture that may not necessarily be in the notes but will be on the exam. Super nice and understanding.

Prof. Mammone is very passionate about animals so when learning about a new topic expect her to incorporate wildlife or animals in some way. If you want to pass you should attend lecture because she shares lots of information during lecture and goes into great detail. Exams are a bit long and difficult for the amount of time you have for completion

Bad reviews are coming from people who have no interest in studying, I could say a hundred good things about this professor/course. - Show up to class - you'll learn better (SI is helpful too) - STUDY and take A LOT of notes - She CARES - Lectures are fun - Not many grades are taken so be aware of that when thinking about exams (there are 3)

although my grade may not reflect it i really loved professor mammone, if you put the time in to study and prepare for her exams you will do well.

gave you all the info u needed to know, did test reviews. did audio online friday lectures, was honest and made bios interesting

Her lectures were pretty good and she always reminded you when assignments or tests were coming up.

she was honestly my favorite professor from this semester, she is very funny, and while she comes off as rude on occasion, she means well. don't skip class, the slideshows don't make sense if you don't attend class, there is also only class M,W and an online lecture on Fridays which i enjoyed. there aren't many grades other than exams so study

The semester I had her, everything was going wrong for the poor woman from medical issues to electronic issues, it just wasn't her semester. She pushed through though and I thoroughly enjoyed her lectures. Exams are easy with some studying and note taking and she really shows how much she cares about her students!! I had an amazing semester!

Prof Mammone is always responding to emails super quick, always reaching out a helping hand. She went thru alot the fall semester 2023 and was ALWAYS there for her students. the slides dont have much info but she talks about everything on the tests in class, super helpful study guides, no homework. i miss her

Attendance is necessary for success in this course. If you are willing to pay attention in lectures and study than I would recommend but she can be a little daunting.

I loved Prof Mammone! She is really funny and was happy to re-explain when someone didn't understand something. The semester I had her, everything bad was happening to her but she still brought her best to class and taught us extremely well. She has great study guides for every chapter and every exam. You'll need to go to every class to do well!!!

You MUST take good notes and pay attention during lectures. If you don't do so you will have a very hard time in this course. Very interesting topics, but lots of information to remember

I loved her for my BIOS 1030 class

She is a kind person, loves birds. You have lectures 3 times a week. You have online quizzes about every month. TopHat during lectures. Exams are hard unless you study and take good notes.

Dr. Mammone is super nice. Her course is easy if you attend class, take some notes, and look at the study guides. The grading is mostly based on the three exams and a few quizzes. I learned a lot from her class and would definitely recommend her for Human Biology.

Dr. Mammone is a solid professor who cares about what she teaches and wants to see her students succeed. If you go to class, write down notes, complete the study guides, and review the PowerPoints, you'll get an A.

Professor Mammone is very straightforward and tells you everything you need to know to do well in the class. As long as you go to class regularly and prepare well for her exams, then you will do just fine in the class. While the class may be challenging if biology isn't your thing, she gives great lectures and is willing to help if needed.

Karen is a very knowledgeable professor and her online class was very easy. Jeremy Fuller, the TA, gives the worst feedback I've ever gotten in my 5 years of college. I'd like to say I came out the other side of this class smarter, but after reading Jeremy's feedback I discovered 3/4 of my brain missing and I can no longer attend OU.

Prof Mammone is an amazing professor who is passionate about what she teaches. I took this class online over the summer, and I learned a lot without being stressed. There are 3 open note exams and 5 simple assignments with a few lectures to watch every week. She creates very detailed lectures that I enjoy listening to. Highly recommend!

Professor Mammone is a good teacher and this course was interesting! It is true that she has strong opinions on certain topics, but she is not forcing any kind of lifestyle on people. As long as you study and use the provided study guides there is not a ton of work and it is not difficult.

I highly recommend professor Mammone. She is very passionate about her teaching. All lectures are posted on Canvas which is very helpful when studying! Also, attendance points count as extra credit. This class is very lecture heavy with few discussions.

Best professor ever, I would have her teach all my bio classes if possible. Come to class, pay attention, and take notes!!! You will get a high grade if you do! She cares about your education and wants you to succeed so if you get confused, just ask questions!!! she is very professional but also caring!