2.6

Karimeh Amin

Sociology - Bakersfield College

2.6
Quality
1.9
Difficulty
53%
Would Retake
141
Reviews
2.6
Quality
1.9
Difficulty
2.7
Helpful
2.5
Clarity

53%

Would Retake

141

Reviews

Rating Distribution
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5

24

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25

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What Students Say

If you want an easy A this class is for you

SOCB1 - 3.0 rating

She is nice sometimes but she talks way too much

HMSV40 - 2.0 rating
Class Info

Online Classes

100%

Attendance Mandatory

58%

Textbook Required

63%

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A+ (15)
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Grade Distribution
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Based on 56 reported grades
A: 20
A+: 15
B: 7
Not sure yet: 5
Common Tags
Participation matters (10)
Tough grader (8)
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LECTURE HEAVY (6)
Clear grading criteria (6)
Get ready to read (6)
Skip class? You won't pass. (5)
Hilarious (5)
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SOCIB1A

5.0

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4.0

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SOCI1

4.0

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PSYCH1

4.0

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4.0

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3.3

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3.0

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3.0

Reviews (141)
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SOC45
Aug 28, 2001

bad bad bad teacher

4.0
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SOC1
Sep 14, 2001

easy class

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SOC1
Jul 14, 2002

Unorganized. Takes weeks to record scores. She never printed her roll sheet.

2.0
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SOC
Oct 3, 2002

WHAT did you say?!?!

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1.0
SOC1
May 19, 2003

Easy class. For non-soc majors who don't care to remember anything about sociology. Irritating. No point in showing up to class except on test days, & get the review sheet, you'll pass w/an A. Never printed roll sheet & had no clue about the basics of soc

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PSYCH1
May 23, 2004

Bring a pillow or drink a Ton of coffee, she loves to talk. Always get review handout before the test...very helpfull.

2.0
1.0
SOC
Jul 9, 2004

She makes the class easy because she isn't a very good teacher.

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SOCB1
Aug 11, 2004

don't show up unless its test day; there's no point.

4.0
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SOC
Aug 25, 2004

would take her class again in a heart beat. Really down to earth laughs alot. Get info before test.

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SOCIB1
Oct 30, 2004

Bad, boring class, kindergarten groups get together and answer bad questions from the book. Some poor fool has to read the groups' answer while everyone is talking. Learn very little, wow really bad class...yet painless if you get a review sheet before the test and don't come to class

5.0
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SOC
Nov 19, 2004

She was really fun. She makes you laugh and knows how to make you in a good mood. She will admit when she is wrong and never talks down to people.

4.0
1.0
SOCB1
Dec 4, 2004

She's nice!!

3.0
4.0
INTROINSOC
Mar 17, 2005

This teacher was very easy, when you could understand what she was saying. very heavy accent makes it very hard to understand. All we did was groups then she talks for about 30 minutes for each one of the ten questions. The class is very boring, but she is flexible and will let you make-up one exam.

5.0
1.0
SOCIOLOGY
Aug 31, 2005

No Comments

1.0
3.0
SOCB1A
Sep 4, 2005

Complete agree with everyone elses comments....this class was basically a self-taught class. Her accient is very heavy and i would always laugh when she would say "tird word countries" (third world countries) and she grades on a "curb".

1.0
2.0
SOCIOLOGY
Grade: B
Sep 13, 2005

This was the worst instuctor I've ever had!!!!!! You couldn't understand her at all! The class revolved around her personal life, and not the content of the subject. The study guide for testing was the only saving grace. Memorize the study guide, and you have an A in her class!!!!

4.0
2.0
SOC1ITV
Nov 1, 2005

A very nice teacher and if you show up to class, read, and pay attention to her study guide you will do well in this class. Tests are straight forward with no "trick" questions and I appreciated that. Highly recommend!

5.0
3.0
HMSV40
Apr 27, 2006

She tells you ahead of time what will be on the test. Her tests are in essay question form. As long as you study and show up, you are good to go!She was very helpful and sweet.

1.0
1.0
SOC1
Aug 27, 2006

SOC ITV - Shes absolutely insane. Doesnt answer emails/phone calls. Dont be late to her Study guide days because she is gone within 5 minutes after handing them out and there is NO possible way to contact her to get it. ya good times. the study guides basically tell you everything on the test.

1.0
3.0
SOCB1A
Oct 29, 2006

This class was horrible! You can barely understand her. She doesn't teach, she talks crap about Bush and freely gives her opinion on everything. This was an absolute waste of time. If you study you'll get an A, but besides that and a research paper, that's all you'll be doing.

5.0
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SOCIB1
Dec 12, 2006

Easy class. Do report, do study guide and take test. Home work is really easy. Some interesting subjects come up once in awhile, but mostly lectures. Once again, easy class with very understanding teacher.

1.0
1.0
SOCB1
Dec 15, 2006

Didn't answer questions that were asked directly. Only there a few minutes on review night...not to teach a review, only to hand out study guides, but your grade is affected if you don't show. Repeatedly held reviews during the time we were supposed to be watching the films on cable. Test questions include subjects not yet studied in the book.

2.0
2.0
SOCIB1
Apr 5, 2007

I thought her lesson plans were dull and uncreative.

2.0
1.0
HMSV3175
May 4, 2007

I have mixed feelings about this class. She really is a nice lady, so it is hard to give her a terrible rating but here it is. Boring, extremely political, it is all about her, very unorganized, treats you like a child. Good stuff; it is comical, easy tests and she is happy all the time. She really is hard to not like.

4.0
1.0
HMSVB45
Jul 19, 2007

The class was interesting. i enjoyed the layout of theclass. I learned a lot about Human Services. She was compassionate about the subject. Show up to class and do all exams and the research paper. Easy A!

3.0
1.0
SOCB1
Aug 1, 2007

Multiple choice exams and 1 paper

4.0
3.0
SOCIB1
Dec 3, 2007

Amin is extreamly helpful and nice. She is not so hard but do the study guide and show up or you are gone...her understanding of what she teaches is vast and pulls refrences from her Palastinian culture as well. She is though tough on exams, do the study guide and you will do fine. If you do not do well she will schedual you to take it again.

4.0
1.0
SOCB2
Dec 12, 2007

Awesome Teacher. She gives you every question on the tests and final. 2 tests, 1 final, and 1 term paper. As long as you participate in class and study the questions before each test, its a some what easy A. so TAKE HER!

2.0
1.0
SOCB1
Dec 14, 2007

Kinda wierd; she keeps the class funny and interesting with her little quirks though. She's an easy grader, but you can't really ask her questions because she never answers directly. But she's easy, just make friends with her she's a pretty cool gal.

5.0
2.0
SOCB1
Jan 6, 2008

crazy but fun teacher. easy class if you do the study guide...easy grader, gives extra credit. very friendly and nice teacher. it is hard to say anything bad about her.

4.0
1.0
SOCIB1
Jan 23, 2008

i dont know how anyone could say anything bad about her. she is so entertaining, and i LOVED her class. piece of cake, do the study guides, studied the day of the test and Aced them easily. she is great, i would love to take her class again!

5.0
1.0
SOCB1
Jan 25, 2008

She was great. On accident, I missed one review for a test (ITV course). I went to her office 2 days later. She gave me my points and my study guide. Very nice and very helpful! I got an A in the class.

5.0
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SOCIB1A
Jun 26, 2008

She is a very good teacher, i took her ITV course and it was super easy, just watch the videos and do the reviews and you will recieve a good grade.

4.0
1.0
SOCB1
Jan 20, 2009

Very easy class, pretty much common sense. She gives you a study guide for the tests and it is exactly what is on the test. Research paper is easy, it seemed like everyone in the class got 100% even if they completed their research and paper the day before it was due! She is really nice, good sense of humor. I would recomend taking her class!!

4.0
1.0
SOCB1
Apr 19, 2009

This is any easy class but sometimes seems real long. Attendance sign in, no busy work just in class work, I think four test and a paper. Everyone got 100 on the paper, except someone who didn't turn in references and I think she got like a 90. So, class is common sense and definitions of terms. Multiple choice test, no essay. Mrs Amin is sassy.

4.0
2.0
SOCI1
May 15, 2009

This class is easy, but not what I like. You come to class and she assigns you a question #. You and all the other #'s group answer the question and present. Then Karima explains more if needed. She gives a good study guide before each test. Read the book, do the paper, and show up for class and you've got an A

4.0
1.0
SOCIOB1
May 20, 2009

She is a nice, well-meaning person, but her class does not rank high when compared to the other courses I have taken. Her class is easy as long as you show up to class, do your research(which she ONLY deducts points if they are late), and get decent grades on all three tests (which include ec, potentionally raising your test grade 20%).

2.0
1.0
SOCB1A
May 21, 2009

Show up, Stay awake, do study her study guide, and you will do fine.

1.0
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SOCB2
May 22, 2009

HAhaha Too easy take her trust me she super easy just turn in a research paper asa style and your cool dont worrr about the test to much she great,

1.0
1.0
SOCB7
May 28, 2009

The class is a waste of time. Get the study guide, and study for the test.No need to go to class, and you have to write one paper but she doesn't even read them if it is long enough you'll get 100% on it.

1.0
2.0
SOCB1
Jul 24, 2009

i cant believe she is a college professor..she was extremely un-organizedand & late.Her test questions made no sense and full of errors. Paper is auto A if long enough but grade is based on avg of test scores. Easy jr high level class if you can stand her

3.0
2.0
SOCIB1
Dec 9, 2009

This class is somewhat easy. Just study off the study guide to pass the exams,and everyone gets a 100% on the paper as long as it is long enough. She seems a little disorganized, other than that one should recieve a grade higher than an B in her class.

2.0
2.0
SOCIB1
Apr 28, 2010

Hard to follow. When she gives examples it is hard to see the connection. Study off the study guide to pass the tests because her lectures are not helpful.

2.0
2.0
SOCIB1
Jul 29, 2010

quite frustrating. most of the class time was spent doing book-work, what was said was rarely correct, let alone unbiased (she started off the semester explaining capitalism the way marx saw it - bad idea *and it only got worse*).

2.0
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SOCIB1
Oct 27, 2010

Do NOT take this class. Terriable instructor. She teaches you nothing in class, and you are in useless groups everyday. I loved sociology, and she made me never want to come to class.

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SOCIB2
Nov 11, 2010

She a funny teacher, a very good person. It's a kick back class.

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2.0
SOCTWO
Nov 19, 2010

Awful teacher. She is very rude and not helpful at all. Hated the class. She is a very mean teacher. Her lectures are completely useless and boring. She does give study guides which do help a lot for the test. The paper can be turned in late. DO NOT TAKE if you want to learn something and look foward to going to class.

1.0
1.0
SOC1A
Dec 2, 2010

The worst professor I have ever had. The class was a complete waste of time and money. You would be better off just buying the book and reading it and not blowing your hard earned cash on this worthless class. She's a nice person, but a horrible professor.

3.0
2.0
SOCI1
Dec 2, 2010

She is a very nic person, but you its kinda hard to understand what she says half of the time. Most of the class is group work and discussions. There is one term paper in the end but ends up giving everyone an A if you just do what she tells you to. Tests are eassyyy but you gotta put in some study time.

2.0
1.0
SOCIB2
Dec 12, 2010

LOVED THIS CLASS. EASY A. DONT PAY ATTENTION. DONT SHOW UP. JUST DO THE STUDY GUIDE AND YOUR GOOD! SHES KINDA RUDE BUT IF YOU ASK FOR HELP ONE ON ONE, SHE WILL HELP.

4.0
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SOCIB1
Dec 14, 2010

she pretty nice, I don't understand her class but easy

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SOCB1
Jan 18, 2011

Very easy class if you just need Soc as your requirement, but don't take it if you are trying to major in Soc because you won't learn much. Easy 5 page paper, and then 4 tests with study guides before hand. She does count attendance as a big part of your grade. Easy A if you show up and atleast "try".

2.0
1.0
SOCIB1
May 27, 2011

You cant understand her with her accent, you learn nothing in class, as long as you do the study guide before the test you could miss class everyday and still get an A. If your just wanting an easy class then i recommend it, but if you want to learn or are majoring in sociology, take someone else.

2.0
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SOCB1A
Dec 1, 2011

Super easy class. Consists of easy homework, 2 exams, 1 easy 5 page paper she doesn't read and the final which is only on the last chapters. She is hard to understand, so just take other homework and look like you're writing notes. Do the paper and use the study guides and it's a guaranteed A. So if you need this as a class just for credits take it

2.0
2.0
SOCIB1
May 14, 2012

She was extremely intimidating at first, but as the class progressed I was more comfortable. Slow start in the material. Little bit of an attitude, but not bad.

3.0
2.0
SOCB1
May 24, 2012

Easy. She doesn't read the paper don't stress it. She is really nice. Do the study guides and you'll do fine. I actually learned frm her she is super willing to help. And i hardly went or left early when i did. still got an A though

4.0
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SOCB2
Jun 28, 2012

Easy easy easy!!!!! Just do the study guides for the exams, do the research paper and there is no way to fail this class.

5.0
1.0
SOCIB1
Jul 1, 2012

very nice and funny just show up and do your work and you will pass!

5.0
3.0
SOCB1
Nov 4, 2012

Participation and dissussion are the key to success in this class. Intelligent participation earns one good points & makes the time fly. Get noticed by her and do all the assigments, easy A.

5.0
2.0
SOC2
Nov 27, 2012

Karimeh Amin is well versed instructor. Younger kids do not pay attention and are self absorbed. Ms. Amin is a well versed instructor and knows her subject matter quite well. Her humor and demeanor give her a 9 plus in the HOT department

2.0
1.0
SCOIB28
Dec 5, 2012

This class was a complete was of time. She doesnt even read the papers she assigns or even looks at the homework. the woman cant even spell certain words.The only good thing about this class was that im sure it was an easy A. but dont take this class to learn anything

1.0
1.0
SOCB2
Jan 7, 2013

Easy class. If you want an A take it, but if you want to learn something then stay away. Buy the book for the study guide.

4.0
2.0
SOCIO3170
Feb 5, 2013

Easy peasy class. If you fail this drop out of college

1.0
2.0
B1A
May 12, 2013

She is very unclear and tends to ramble when talking. Only pulls information from the book, and is very disorganized when writing notes on the board. The entire class is lecture with no visuals. the book is only text also no visuals. extremely boring class to attend.

1.0
1.0
SOCB1A
Jul 15, 2013

She is very nice, but not a fantastic teacher. Tip: make a friend in the class and have them sign your initials in! That's how she does her attendance! She doesn't even read the research paper, as long as it is formatted correctly, you will get an A! EASY CLASS! Take it over summer so that you won't waste your full semester!

4.0
1.0
SOCIB2
Grade: A
Dec 15, 2013

She is a different type of teacher. For her SOCI B2 she let us use notes on tests, and her study guides were good not able to use book on test. We had to do an essay; was easy if you pick a topic you really like or your screwed.

5.0
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SOCIOB1
Jan 8, 2014

Easy class. She gives you study guides before tests, one research paper, which she checks if it is formatted completely. In class you answer 1 question from book with group members and you announce the answer in class. In final, she allows you to use study guide. Her lectures are all over the place so dont bother taking notes and rely on study gu

1.0
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SOCIB1
Jan 26, 2014

Don't bother taking notes. Just fill out her study guide. She won't even read your research paper. Attend class everyday to get participation points. A really easy class and very boring class.

2.0
2.0
SOCIB1
Jan 29, 2014

I honestly like Sociology, and listening to her ramble on in no particular direction off a tangent of another tangent made me drop the class.I can't sit in a class like that for an entire semester.Rather cut my losses now before going any further.If you're looking for an easy A and don't care to really learn anything, I think this class is for you.

2.0
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SOCB1
Apr 11, 2014

I must admit I fell for the trap. I took this class because everyone and the reviews said it was easy. She is a very nice lady, but this class is all over the place. Take it if necessary, if not avoid it. But it is pretty easy and that's a plus!

2.0
1.0
SOCIB1
Apr 23, 2014

Easy A. Flexible teacher. You won't learn from her class a lot. but you will pass with A. Do not work hard in your research, she won't read it at all. Pretty much I recommend her class for people who wants easy A in 3 units. That's it :)

3.0
2.0
SOCB1A
Grade: Not_Sure_Yet
May 14, 2014

Prof. Amin, is very sweet, but she's very unclear during lecture and make no sense at all. Also, she tends to misspell words, which sort of got on my nerves. Her tests are very vague, research paper is easy since she doesn't read it. Overall, you're going to have to make yourself get up and go to this class!

2.0
1.0
SOCB1
Jul 29, 2014

I did all of the homework (which was only about 5) did fairly well on all the tests, and got an A on the research paper (obviously) and still got a C! She never ONCE told us our grade and would get mad when we would ask. Very frustrating.

4.0
1.0
SOCIB2
Grade: A+
Jul 30, 2014

For a class assignment there was a 10 page essay needed to be done. It's really easy if you choose an interesting topic like child abuse. I can tell she doesn't grade it harshly so do it most likely you will get an A on it and the class. It's more like 5 pages because the others are just pages of where you got citations from. Easy.

1.0
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SOCB1
Grade: A
Nov 13, 2014

no. would not take this class with this professor again. she treats you like a child, acts like a grade check is a completely foreign idea and you should not even be required to attend lectures. they're more potent than any sedative.

4.0
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SOCIB2
Nov 14, 2014

You can miss a class and know exactly what is going on, just follow the syllabus. She reviews everything on her powerpoint, and if you take notes on that, then you'll pass cuz she lets you use your notes for tests. Pretty easy.

4.0
1.0
SOCB1
Dec 5, 2014

The easiest teacher! Four tests during the semester and they're completely open notes! Including the final! She can be all over the place at times and a little difficult to understand due to her accent. Seriously this is an easy A class. She's very nice and lenient. As long as you ask she is more than willing to give her help and accommodate you.

2.0
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SOCIOLOGYB2
Apr 4, 2015

Would I take her again? NO. Class is beyond boring and her lectures put you to sleep. She goes wayyyy off topic about irrelevant things. She's rude and gets an attitude when u don't understand simple things. The whole class period I watch the clock very boring class that would typically not be boring.

3.0
2.0
SOCB1
May 7, 2015

Very nice instructor. Gives study guides that help 100% for tests and exam; even give a final exam study guide! She tends to get off topic and honestly I do not remember anything from this class or much what it is about. So if you want to actually learn what sociology is about take it with someone else. If you want an easy A this class is for you.

2.0
2.0
B1
Grade: A+
Jul 12, 2015

All you need to do is walk in for the tests and you have an A. She gives you a packet for the test to use after getting answers from the book. There was one paper and two assignments. Easy A but it's a long boring class with no point.

1.0
1.0
SOCIOB1
Grade: A+
Jul 23, 2015

Easiest class ever! take in the summer so you don't have to deal with this class a whole semester. Test are EXACTLY the study guide in order, word by word. Doesn't even read the only paper due, as long as you have what she asks for as far as ASA format. Definitely take for an easy Acredit.

3.0
1.0
SOCIB1
Grade: A
Dec 28, 2015

She is a very sweet lady! I can tell she loves people and care for others. However, I didn't learn anything in her class. I never paid attention because the lectures were not really worth learning. There are 4 tests, including the final. Do the study guide before each test. There is a research paper, but I didn't even do it and still got an "A".

4.0
1.0
SOC2
Grade: B
Jan 19, 2016

Her accent is heavy and she will sometimes get upset if you ask her to repeat. She posts every lecture on inside BC so her main concern is class participation. She is super funny and not even on purpose. Good instructor. I wish she taught all Soci classes.

5.0
1.0
SOC2
Grade: A
Mar 9, 2016

Best teacher I've ever had. She's really nice and very inspiring. She loves what she does and loves when people participate. Her lectures are long but she makes them fun. The tests are not hard, so the study guide and you'll be good. Definately recommend her.

1.0
4.0
SOCIB1
Mar 31, 2016

Dropped this class after one week!! So boring and goes off topic too much, if you plan to take her, take her over summer and not have to drag the whole semester!!!!

3.0
1.0
SOC1
Grade: A+
Apr 6, 2016

I know everyone talks negative about her. However she is a easy "A"!!!

3.0
1.0
SOCIB2
Grade: A
Apr 6, 2016

Easiest class ever! There is barely homework. Only 1 essay which she gives over a month to do. You can use notes on the exam. Honestly, you don't have to pay attention or take notes. Just complete the study guide (notes for the test) and you will get an A. Easiest A I have gotten and I do not regret taking her class

4.0
1.0
SOC1
Grade: A+
Apr 6, 2016

Hardly any homework. One research paper and 4 test overall . Allowed to use notes on the test. Funny talks a lot and has an accent it's not that bad.

1.0
3.0
SOCB1A
Apr 11, 2016

So unclear. She is hard to understand. Doesn't help you if you need help, very rude. Very boring class I did not learn anything. Take notes all class and usually a group assignment every class. 10 page paper easy but I am good at writing.

2.0
3.0
SOCB1
Grade: Not sure yet
May 2, 2016

Hard to understand because of heavy accent. No phones allowed. She will yell at the class, every class time. Does not let you know what your grade is, ever. Long boring lectures. Do the study guides and you should pass the tests. One research paper due. Boring class, did not learn anything.

4.0
1.0
SOCB1
Grade: A
Jul 25, 2016
Would take again

She's a nice professor, don't let these other comments scare you into taking her. I took her for Soc B1 & Soc B2 simultaneously and didn't stress one bit. Don't be afraid to ask questions. Don't have your phone out in class. Show up to class, do your homework, participate in class, do the study guides, and finish your paper - you will get an A.

4.0
2.0
SOCIB1
Grade: A
Jul 25, 2016
Would take again

Mrs. Karimeh is a very nice professor, but she doesn't tell you your grade in class. There is a 10 page essay but she doesn't read it so don't worry and make she you write 6 pages of the essay although shell tell you its five pages she takes points of if it is 5 pages. Sometimes gives extra credit in class but you wont now when. Do study guide.

3.0
3.0
SOCB2
Grade: A-
Jul 26, 2016
Would take again

Easy class, show up, take notes, study for test! Gives test handouts as study guides! Strong cellphone, no talking while she lectures, no food, no textbook open during class time policy... other than that. do the research paper & turn it in, easy class. follow instructions. She has an accent but very nice and interesting, smart Professor.

5.0
1.0
B1
Grade: A+
Aug 27, 2016
Would take again

She is the best teacher I've ever met

2.0
4.0
HMSV40
Nov 15, 2016
Wouldn't take again

Do NOT take her!!! She is very confusing on her assignments and her tests are hard and her study guides don't help with the tests! She is nice sometimes but she talks way too much. There is always homework and she doesn't accept it late. There's also a research paper and unlike sociology 1 you have to present in front of the class for ten minutes.

Participation matters
LOTS OF HOMEWORK
2.0
1.0
SOCB2
Grade: B+
Nov 30, 2016
Wouldn't take again

I took Soc B1 and Soc B2 and she is a nice professor but she is confusing and she is not clear. She gets mad when the class tries to correct her. This class is so easy but i wouldn't take this class with this professor.

Participation matters
GRADED BY FEW THINGS
LECTURE HEAVY
3.0
1.0
B1
Grade: Not sure yet
Dec 11, 2016
Would take again

This professor is easy. She does lectures and has assignments. I had her for human services and there was a lot of group time. And had her for B1 she was easy in that class. She does at times talk more then lecture but overall do your work and and show up and you will get a good grade.

Participation matters
Skip class? You won't pass.
GROUP PROJECTS
1.0
3.0
HMSVB40
Grade: Not sure yet
Feb 7, 2017
Wouldn't take again

This teacher is awful. You can talk to her for an hour and you will lstill be confused because she has no idea what she's talking about. She talks more about herself than class material and can drive an A student to tears. Disrespectful and shouts often. Too bad she's the only professor for this class.

Skip class? You won't pass.
LOTS OF HOMEWORK
LECTURE HEAVY
5.0
3.0
SOC1
Grade: A+
Feb 8, 2017
Would take again

I thought she was an amazing teacher, she's very strict on phone use or talking. However I learned a lot from her class and if you asked her for help she was super nice and always helpful. I would definitely take her again.

Tough Grader
Gives good feedback
Inspirational
4.0
1.0
HMSV40
Grade: A
May 15, 2017
Would take again

Easy A if you do the work. She does get off topic a little and talks alot but she's a great teacher. She also lets you makeup tests and homework.

SO MANY PAPERS
Clear grading criteria
Hilarious
3.0
2.0
HMSV40
Grade: B+
May 19, 2017
Would take again

She gets off topic a lot and can sometimes make the class all about her. She is funny but the class is smooth. everything we do in class is straight off the syllubus so theres no surprises on whats due although some dates may be changed/extended. class is overall easy. as long as you do the work, you will get full points. makeups can also be done

Get ready to read
SO MANY PAPERS
Hilarious
1.0
2.0
HMSV40
Grade: A
Oct 9, 2017
Wouldn't take again

She is very unorganized, she is rude, and she is unprofessional. Plus, she doesn't even read the work that students turn in.

5.0
1.0
B1
Grade: Not sure yet
Nov 8, 2017
Would take again

I was completely lost for the first month because we dont do any homework we just take notes And then she handed us a study guide to fill out for our test and I was very scared because I rarely paid attention but we got to use the study guide on the test and everything on the study guide is right there on the test in order. Shes very easy

Hilarious
5.0
3.0
SOCI1
Nov 13, 2017
Would take again

She's a nice professor.

5.0
1.0
B1
Nov 18, 2017
Would take again

her class is so easy. if you want to pass with A take her.

Clear grading criteria
Hilarious
LECTURE HEAVY
3.0
2.0
SOC1
Grade: A+
Apr 9, 2018
Wouldn't take again

took her for SOC B1 overall super easy class. lets you use study guide on all three exams including the final. a few assignments here & there & one 5 page research paper due at the end of the semester in which she lets you choose the topic as long as it is related to sociology. strict no cell phone policy & will call you out for it & can be rude.

Clear grading criteria
GRADED BY FEW THINGS
LECTURE HEAVY
3.0
3.0
SOCIB1
May 11, 2018
Would take again

Easiest A ever!! The study guide is basically the test but in order!! She gives you one 10 page research paper but she doesnt read it as long as its in the format she wants it.

Skip class? You won't pass.
Caring
Respected
3.0
2.0
B1
Grade: B
May 15, 2018
Wouldn't take again

I took her SOCIB1 class for my fall semester and I guess shes okay. Not the best professor but if youre looking to just pass and not learn take her. I was hoping for an A but she gave me a B just because I was an inch off of a cover paper for the 10 page paper we had to do. Believe me if you follow her format she wont read it. Tests are easy.

Tough Grader
GRADED BY FEW THINGS
LECTURE HEAVY
3.0
3.0
SOCIB1
May 26, 2018
Would take again

I had Professor Amin in the spring of 2018 , shes a very easy lad back professor. Shes an easy A there is a 10 page research paper but as long as you have it in the format she wants it she WILL NOT READ IT!!! there is 4 tests throughout the whole semester but she lets use the study guide in every exam. The study guide is literally the exam!

Respected
GRADED BY FEW THINGS
Caring
2.0
1.0
SOCB1
Grade: A
May 26, 2018
Wouldn't take again

Easy A for sure, but be prepared to be annoyed out of your mind by her incessant yelling about people talking... when doing assigned group work.

GRADED BY FEW THINGS
2.0
1.0
SOCIB1
Grade: B
Dec 6, 2018
Wouldn't take again

Her class was very easy, a few exams and she gives you clear study guides beforehand and one research paper along with group assignments pretty often for participation credit. I just didn't enjoy her very much she was late to class a lot and took up a ton of class time telling people to stay off their phones.

Participation matters
GROUP PROJECTS
3.0
1.0
B1
Grade: A+
Dec 7, 2018
Would take again

she is an easy A, her tests are literally the study guide and you can use the study guide on the test. she is very nosy, she wants to be of every conversion going on in class. she will yell at you if you even peak at your phone. Attendance does matter but really you can not show up and have some sign you in and she won't even notice.

GRADED BY FEW THINGS
LECTURE HEAVY
3.0
1.0
SOCIB1
Grade: A
Jan 2, 2019
Would take again

She isn't the best, she is nice sometimes. She will yell a lot. Even though it she says you wont need textbook, you will need it. Her test are extremely easy and she has a 7 page paper which is also easy.

SO MANY PAPERS
Clear grading criteria
GROUP PROJECTS
5.0
5.0
B1
Grade: A
Jan 26, 2019
Would take again

I think she is a very nice lady. I took her once and taking her again for B2. It is a free A, no book required (as she tells you what to prepare on).

2.0
1.0
B1A
Grade: A
Apr 10, 2019
Would take again

honestly, most boring class i have taken in my life. You are litterally fighting your sleep her lectures are super pointless because she gets off topic and NEVER ACCEPTS LATE WORK. Grades very late and your not allowed to use your phone at all but easy A if you can survive this toture.

5.0
1.0
SOCIB1
May 9, 2019
Would take again

Mrs. Karimeh is HILARIOUS! I loved her sense of humor! Do what she says and you'll pass the class with an A. She knows students have a life outside of class. Love her!

Hilarious
Lecture heavy
Caring
5.0
1.0
SOC1
May 9, 2019
Would take again

Get ready to laugh!

3.0
2.0
SOCIB1
Grade: B
May 31, 2019
Would take again

Not alot of work given. Only 4 exams a semester . Hardly any homework . She sometimes gets rude with students if their attention is not on her . I did everything and got 100% on almost everything but still managed to get a B , but it was most likely due to missing 3x

Participation matters
Graded by few things
Clear grading criteria
1.0
1.0
SOC2
Grade: A+
Jun 27, 2019
Wouldn't take again

If you are looking for an easy A, then you will love this class. She is VERY rude and super strict about not seeing your phone even if you're not using it. She also gets mad if your backpack isn't under your feet.... she always rambles off topic and doesn't teach you anything.

Skip class? You won't pass.
4.0
2.0
SOCB1
Grade: A
Aug 16, 2019
Would take again

Super easy, just do all your work and youll get an A trust me lol. Shes a cool teacher, only thing is she doesnt allow phones at all and can be a lil rude sometimes.

Lecture heavy
3.0
4.0
SOC1
Grade: C
Apr 16, 2020
Would take again

She is chill she can be mean sometimes when students are talking . She gives a PowerPoint every class you have and not gonna lie its really boring you have to take notices to study them for quizzes. You have to make groups and do homework . You do need your books to do class work.

Get ready to read
Skip class? You won't pass.
Lecture heavy
3.0
4.0
SOCIB1
Jul 23, 2020
Wouldn't take again

Good professor but does not allow any late work and doesn't know how to navigate canvas very well

Participation matters
3.0
2.0
B1A
Grade: A
Apr 17, 2021
Would take again

Very rude, but blunt. This also comes in handy because her work is just as blunt and straight forward. Extremely easy class very simple to pass, just don't miss any assignments. One assignment per week.

Participation matters
Graded by few things
Clear grading criteria
1.0
1.0
HMSV40
Grade: A
Apr 29, 2021
Wouldn't take again

Assignments are easy and she is not a tough grader, but an awful communicator and is rude when communicating. Instructions aren't very clear and detailed, but it's very simple to get full credit. Wouldn't recommend if you need detailed instructions, guidance and/or reassurance, but if you are an independent learner, this is the right class.

1.0
1.0
HMSV40
Grade: A+
May 6, 2021
Wouldn't take again

SUPER EASY. Gave us the wrong edition of book and got mad at us. Turned out not be a big deal because the right sections can be found in the table of contents. Very rude and lots of typos throughout Canvas

1.0
2.0
HMSV40
May 9, 2021
Wouldn't take again

Rude. Cant take the time to spell correctly let alone give clear instructions. When you ask for clarification she will tell you to go read it No, your directions are a mess thats why Im asking in the first place. I do not lack due diligence. You lack clear communication skills. Ironic that shes an HR professor but doesnt know how to help.

1.0
5.0
B1A
Grade: B+
Oct 9, 2021
Wouldn't take again

Summary: Please don't take this class. Find another teacher �� Her grading was questionable. Her powerpoints and slides were worse than her grammar. I had to teach everything to myself; I learned everything off of crash course youtube videos. Her comments on my discussion posts made 0 sense. I hope she reads this and changes her ways.

2.0
2.0
SOCIB2
Grade: A+
Nov 4, 2021
Wouldn't take again

I wish I would have read this first. Professor Amin is very passive-aggressive, unclear, and disorganized. With that being said, her standards feel very low and I have aced the class. It wasn't worth it to me. I feel like I taught myself everything, did not get feedback or any structure, and would have preferred someone else

5.0
4.0
SOC1
Grade: A
Jun 23, 2022
Would take again

Professor is Awesome she goes up and beyond to make sure each student has a thorough knowledge and in depth understanding. I would take the class again for fun as she presents each topic with fact based terminology and subject matter that is needed in latter studies- thanks professor I now attend university of San Diego!

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Participation matters
Amazing lectures
5.0
3.0
B1
Grade: A+
Dec 4, 2022
Would take again

Professor karimeh amin was amazing, i loved her as a teacher and she influenced me to major in sociology

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Caring
Respected
5.0
1.0
SOCIB1
Grade: A+
Dec 17, 2022
Would take again

Easy A!! All assignments were done in class and are group work. The professor provides study guides that are exactly the same on exams, and gives lots of extra credit if you attend. Textbook is necessary and there's a free version online. Would recommend her class if you're taking this subject as a pre-req!!!

Participation matters
EXTRA CREDIT
Group projects
1.0
3.0
SOCIB1
Grade: A
Jul 15, 2023

Class was a nothing burger with a nothing sauce. I could have not even read the book and passed with flying colors. She had, empty assignments, barely any clear communication because of her horrendous english, DO NOT take her as a sociology professor, would not recommend.

5.0
2.0
SOCIB2
Grade: A+
Apr 23, 2024
Would take again

She was definitely a good professor I had in a while. Her study guides related to the exams we took and was pretty funny during lectures. She does give homework and extra credit opportunities and appreciates hard work.

EXTRA CREDIT
Caring
Lecture heavy
1.0
3.0
SOCB2
Grade: A
May 30, 2024

Please do not take this class with this professor, I spent days without sleep worried about my grade. I know the professor's other language and she tells me (you just read the book and answer the questions). If you have to take this class know that the Exams are essays, each question must be answered on one page so 3 questions = 3 pages.

Tough grader
So many papers
1.0
3.0
SOCB1
Grade: Not sure yet
Jul 7, 2024

I'm taking her 6-week summer class. The workload is very light, but she is NOT an easy grader like people have said. I followed her instructions for all her assignments, and sometimes I'd get a 100% while in other assignments, she would dock me off points for "not following instructions." I'm currently worried about my grade, DO NOT TAKE HER!!!

Tough grader
Graded by few things
1.0
3.0
SOCB1
Grade: A
Jul 19, 2024

Update on my last review: Ended up getting an A in the class thankfully. I had to write way more (300+ words), and I started getting A's on the assignments. Still would not recommend her because her grading is unpredictable, and she is very rude too. Her grammar and spelling is horrendous.

Tough grader
Graded by few things
1.0
4.0
HMSVB40
Grade: F
Nov 11, 2024

Teacher takes weeks to grade assignment only gives a few assignments 1 per week but grades harshly must write at least a page for 1 question

Tough grader
1.0
3.0
HMSVB40
Grade: B
Nov 18, 2024

Her work is easy she assigns an assignment ever week. But her grading is unpredictable I have to write a page and a half to get full credit, she does not answer emails when she does she does not make sense or answer your question. I'd be happy to even pass with a C but I have no clue because she takes forever to grade.

Tough grader
2.0
2.0
SOCB2
Grade: B+
Dec 16, 2024

No clear rubrics or guidelines for assignments, so most of the time work felt like a guessing game of what she wanted. Doesn't respond to emails often and when she does, grammar and spelling are very poor.

Tough grader
Get ready to read
1.0
3.0
SOCIB1
Grade: B
Jan 17, 2025

I feel like I learned nothing. Her grading made 0 sense, and it didn't matter if I followed the directions perfectly, she would deduct points and tell me to "read the directions." Not to mention her English skills are not the best, so if clear instructions and help on certain things is what you are seeking, I do NOT recommend taking this course.

Tough grader
Test heavy
1.0
5.0
B1A
Grade: B+
Jan 23, 2025

I took her online class and I never knew what to expect from her when she would grade. She does not know what she even wants from us and is never clear on directions. I would not recommend!!!

Tough grader
Get ready to read
Participation matters
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