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Reviews (130)
Dr. Carver is caring that's for sure. But sometimes she's not very organized especially in the lab. If you don't understand something ASK HER. she will explain again and again until you get it. AnP is generally hard so you will need to work hard to get an A anyway. Study everyday and you will get an A.
Carver was very rude but you can tell she tried to get nicer throughout the semester, Her test were OK you definitely have to study for this class. She does give extra credit, doesn't help much but it is something. For lab...... HARD.... NO JOKE, especially when you have it only once a week
To be honest did not like her too much, she was hard but after I get admitted to the nursing program and I do understand why she was so hard on us her way of teaching is amazing now o can tell because she taught me how to use my critical thinking to resolve and reply to any questions and this you do not get it from so many Professor.
This is a teach yourself class, DO NOT expect Carver to teach you a thing. She practically yells the entire lecture, she doesn't know what labs we are doing, and she doesn't even make her own lectures and tests. She is very disrespectful, and she will tell the class a date for assignments and change it last minute. DO NOT take her!
First do not believe any bad rating about this Professor she is very carting Professor and trust me I am not a major Biology but I am always so looking to her class. She knows her materials very well and accommodate everything included the exams timing following her students interests Take care you will be amazed how much you can learn from her .
She is a great Professor no doubt Please be aware of those negative people that are taking this course seriously and therefore criticizing their professor Of course you need to study
I never write any review about any of my teachers in the past but when I heard this student disrespecting her and trying to disturb her classes I feel I need to step in because it s not nice Trust me Dr Carver is just a wonderful teacher come to her lectures/labs interact with her and you will be fine. Take her with no doubt
Her tests are based on multiple choices and true and false she is very knowledgeable professor and do not escape her classes also interact with her by asking her questions, if you do not study you will not pass be prepare for the labs I will definitely take her again because she pushes me to study
She is more than Ok as a teacher as compared as why I have Yes take her she is amazing
No sure why students are winning. Study and you will pass and she does help so students what do you want? are you looking for a professor to give you an easy A ? no excellent professor will unless you study for it. Only thing I can tell that she does deliver the material very clearly in a very understanding ways, so take her & study
Dr Carver makes Biology fun but you must study everyday. She provides extra credit and is very caring about her students. Make sure you read and learn all the terms. Study her power points. She is there when you need her. She prepares her students well!
Attend class, dont slack, do your assignments, respect the professor and you will do well. I think I will get an A! She is very knowledgeable; you will gain a greater appreciation for Biology. This class is not for Slackers.
Through no fault of her own, Dr. Carver was a bit challenging to understand sometimes due to her accent so ask questions if you're confused. Reading the textbook after each lecture helped fill in on info I missed in class, plus most of the test material was taken straight from the book. Lots of extra credit was given, but don't expect an easy A.
She is so far one of my best professor I just hated that some students are very annoying, fortunately there are only few.
Do not pay attention to all the good comments other students have made about her. She is SO unorganized and is TERRIBLE when it comes to the labs, she seems to not know what is going on and is SO RUDE, she yells at her students and doesn't accept her mistakes and instead blames in on the students. DO NOT RECOMMEND.
She is unclear about deadlines and does not care to keep an open line of communication. She is not organized or specific in the labs, and chooses to yell instead of talk if something is not easily understood. She blames her own faults on the students, and definitely made learning hostile for many of us. I dont recommend, at all.
DO NOT TAKE HER! She is so mean and she does not know how to control her moods. She does not organize. If you take her, you must study by your own. There will be some review questions in her ppt and you may find them in exams. However, I would study with a profession teacher rather than knowing some answers before taking tests.
If you guys want to know what does RUDE mean, then take her. She is so far my WORST professor that I have ever taken !!! She is unclear and easily gets mad...
I took this professor 3 times in 3 different courses and I am telling you she is one the best . I start loving biology because of her Take her with no hesitation and do not pay attention to those students
Professor Carver is a very caring person vey kind He lectures is based on slides and some time she does include some subject as a quiz and she may repeat those quizzes in the exam, the lab is very clear and she does ask questions during her lab and lectures so be prepare to participate she appreciates that. Other than that take her
Glad I took Dr Carver for my basics she is so good and kind
My favorite professor so far we move online Nd she is so good on keeping us on track Take her
Take her she is nice
Well online was not something easy for all of us but we have to give credit when credit is due, Professor Carver as compared as my other professor stays more coccus and more organized and very kind and understanding of our situation she really care
Dr. Carver is an incredible professor. Of course there were moments of where the class was difficult specially that we move in the middle of the course to an online course but if you're willing to put in the work so is she. She cares deeply about her students succeeding and works hard to make sure they see that within themselves.
Dr. Carver may be tough on her students, but it is only because she cares deeply about their understanding of important core topics in biology. She wants all her students to succeed and it is obvious she has a bold passion for the realm of biology! If you pay attention, use the slides for studying, and ask questions you will do well! :)
Depend what r u looking for studying with a professional knowledgeable professor or just playing gales and gets an easy A or B. Professor Carver she seems tough but she will prepare you well for your next level of your career. Take her without any hesitation, study be polite and do your homework on time and you will succeed.
One of my best professor, I will take care again for microbiology
Dr carver is AMAZING! She is passionate and caring. She loves science. Easy quizzes, if you study you will pass with a A! She makes sure you deserve your grade, always available if you need more explanation! Amazing
Stay Away! This is a warning. She is the most unprofessional professor I have ever met. She is rude and yells at any student who disagrees with her. For Bio lab, we would sit there for hours because all she would say is "study the lab manual". If you have any questions about anything, she will say "Ask your classmates because I don't repeat myself"
She is the best and very loved ...
Attend class, dont slack, do your assignments, respect the professor and you will do well. She is very knowledgeable; you will gain a greater appreciation for Biology. This class is not for Slackers.
Take her she is very knowledgeable and you lear a lot from her.
If I get an A you will too just be polite, study and do your homework and she will help you succeed because Carver she simply care!
SHe can definitely come off really strong at first, but I believe it's because how passionate she is about what he's teaching. she is willing to help anyone who is having trouble and will give you all the time you need until you understand not only the base concepts, but the real importance of the problems. Overall, an excellent professor,
Biol course was a good experience for me. I would highly recommend Dr Carver for any biology classes. She is very understanding and caring, and her work load is a balanced amount. Take any biology class with her.
She is GREAT ! Only had 4 tests the whole semester and some homework as extra credit and she care a lot about her students.I learned a lot pay attention to what she said and take notes to what he says and go over them a day before the exam and youll be good.
Oh my God do not be one of those badmouths, do your job, ask questions never hesitate to be in contact with her and she will help you pass. She is so excellent on what she is doing and she will direct you to study and to succeed. Take her you will never regret it because you will never forget the way she taught you how to study.
Amazing professor who is always kind and helpful to her students. Though some of the course work may be challenging, Professor Carver is always there to answer anything you may be confused on. She's extremely passionate about science, her work, and her students. And that passion reflects in the way that she teaches! Truly a devoted professor.
Professor Kathy is a very caring person she is always welcome to help, lec/lab quizzes are easy, powerpoints are short and useful, the active learning before each test is similar to the Test, Labs are group study I really enjoyed them, there is extra credit too, TAKE HER.
She is passionate, and she cares about her students. She makes it clear that shes willing to do whats necessary to help you succeed in her class. She takes in consideration the effort you put in the class. It is a bit tough, but she gives quizzes to help you on your exams and makes it possible for you to pass with an A. Just put in the effort.
Professor Carver is such a kind and understanding person. Very helpful and always there to answer questions! Loves to see her students participate/be engaged in their work. Really enjoyed learning from such an awesome person!!
She is a very sweet lady who cares that you do well in her class. Exams, practicals were 50 questions each, 60 min. YOU MUST STUDY TO DO WELL. Follow lab guide. 15 HW assignments online through mastering AP, they help on exams. Extra credit for completing all the HW. Easy quizzes. Textbook and lab manual aren't needed since its all in her PowerPs
Very caring and is always there to help you and answer all your questions. Your grade is made up of HW, quizzes, practicals, and exams. The quizzes are easy and helpful. Do well on HW since its 15 percent grade and its easy. All exams are through Proctorio. AP2 is a lot of material and is difficult so you have to study to succeed and do well.
Absolutely horrible Professor. She is super unorganized and doesnt teach well AT ALL so expect to teach yourself. And since she doesnt teach and is unorganized it all gets confusing and when you ask her for help she is rude and doesnt accept any of her mistakes, she yells at her students and provides no help at all. Do not take her she is awful.
She is so carrying but take the course seriously, if you do not understand or confused ask her and she will meet virtually with you to direct . Due to the infection with coronavirus I was unable to finish some of my assignments and she helped me, and for this i will be for ever thankful.
She cares and always available. If you do not succeed in her class blame your self because she is very organized and knows her materials so perfectly, communicate as much as possible with her and she will help u.
I am taking other classes online and trust me she is one of the best . I cannot have access to the lab book and she helped me . Mrs. Carver is an amazing professor, well organized and very knowledgeable and if you struggle contact her ASAP and she will assist you . Bonjour encourage to take her she is hilarious
Professor Carver is very nice and well organized as compared as my other online teachers. Take her she is a great teacher.
I am taking the lab with Teacher Carver and she is so far my favorite teacher. Her lab is so easy based on some activities and quizzes and if you approach her she will explain so good to u. She is very knowledgeable
I was amazed by her wonderful generosity and knowledge she is a great teacher who cares about her students she called me to discuss my grades how she can help me succced, none of my teachers done that before.
Dr Carver is just one of my amazing professor online. Very knowledgeable her course is well organized and well described and always easy to communicate with her.
Every Monday she will send you a reminder of what will be cover for the week and will go in details about each lab and lecture, listened to her daily videos take a note and never miss any assignments she gives enough time to do assignments if you are like me a working student. She will always reply to your message. Good teacher.
Professor Carver is such a sweet lady. It's very easy to communicate with her and she does her best to get back to you in a timely manner. The textbook is used for extra clarity to help you understand the lecture. If you stick it out, you will do fine in her class. Just trust the process.
took this class online bc COVID. when i started her class it was very unorganized. she is very sweet+responsive but we were all confused. material is difficult so make sure to read and listen to all lectures. all exams are on proctorio. what boosted my grade was deff all the extra credit she gave. basically all homework& assignments are extra cred
Class is super confusing and can get really frustrating. She takes everything into consideration at the end of the semester that you have completed and the more active you are in class, the better you will do. But, her class is kind of a headache. The tests don't exactly match the slideshows that she provides as lectures.
I'm not sure if she's the same Dr. Carver at Richland College. She's very nice but gets mad easily over little things. She's not very organized and never really puts the due dates on any assignments so you really have to remember what the days are when she says it or asks your peers. It's sometimes hard to understand her, but she's very passionate.
Very nice Professor she does care and help a lot if you show her that you are interested in succeeding
What I like the most about this Professor that she emails u back immediately. The class was super easy and very organized
I like the waY she teach she do give extra credit Abd vet carting professor
I like how she can go miles just to help students
She is a smart professor but can't clearly convey the info. If you didn't catch the info the first time, you're screwed. She isn't keen on helping/explaining. Treats non-bio majors as bio majors, so get ready to really study. Her lectures are her reading the powerpoints word for word, and the test are nothing like them. If you take her GOODLUCK!!!
I had Prof Carver this semester. She is the most unorganized, unreliable teacher I've ever had. We had assignments to do on Blackboard that were never even uploaded. Everyone in class emailed her about this issue and even told her in class, but she kept saying she would look into it but never did. She uploaded a test a day before class ended.
If you study and be respectful and do your assignments you will get an easy A. She can even gets a biology book and meet with u if needed . She is a wonderful and knowledgeable professor, majority of students like her.
An amazing Professor communicate as much as you can with her and she will assist.
You study you get an A... I love her she does care and even gave free $200 Biology book to some students. Just an excellent exceptional Professor. Gave enough time to study and do one to one tutoring if needed.
Professor Carver is here for us, her assignments is based on an online lecture quizzes and F2F lecture exams. We do have a study guide for each chapter
She is awesome and will work with you. Communicate with her and she is so kind, sweet and helpful. She is beyond passionate about her school work. Like i love the energy she puts out and the fun atmosphere she has. She does have an acentric soul.
She is a very nice person that will help her students if you ask her. Certain topics are more difficult than others, but if you email her questions about the topic you're struggling with, she will do her best to help.
Among all the professors I have she is my farine one everyone just love coming to her classes
Dr. Carver wasn't the worst professor, but I probably wouldn't take her again. She lost her temper on a couple occasions when us students were simply struggling with the material. She does answer emails well, and she is helpful and nice when you reach out, but the lectures were just too stressful for me. You definitely have to study to get an A.
Biology is not my favorite subject to study but love coming to her lectures discussing with her I did not really study toward an A, a C was enough for me but as I said , I did enjoy talking with her she is a great listener and very knowledgeable. Take her and you will never regret it
Her lectures were clear, assignments online and some exams are in the class. Take her time to explain things and she does know it all ! She is perfect . We enjoy having her, we all love her.
As a high school student I am glad I have her as my professor
She will do whatever it will take to make succeed the course. Take her without any hesitation. Her classes filled up quick , I wait another semester just to take her hurry and register with her .
She is an excellent professor She cares and do whatever in her power to help you pass her class . She is not an usual professor because she will make sure that no students should be left behind.
She is very nice well respected and loved. Professor Carver arrived to put a smile on your face and make you gain confidence. She will forever stay my favorite teacher.
I took this course for Summer 1 and it was a pain. Dr. Carver tried her best to help, but it was hard to get a fast reply from her. We also did not have the class meetings at the end because she had issues with technology. Was not the best class because I purchased the lab kit for no reason, it was $150. I got an A though.
Took her in summer l online and I did receive a A+ and test were not proctored although she said in the start she would. Did not respond to emails quick enough but there was a lot of info in canvas .She stopped doing meetings due to tech issues. I'm taking her again in the fall for 1409Bio for the grade since she didn't proctor exams, use quizzlet.
She is an OKAY teacher. Class was taken online; she has an accent is hard to follow. You have to do all your homework on EScience and the labs too. It is very hard to get in contact with her. Just complete your work and you should be okay.
One of my best She is a great help Her exams are not proctored but if you do not study you cannot answer the questions. She will communicate via emails
I dropped Dr. Carver's class about a month into the course. I had already taken A&P2 but wanted to boost my GPA. I have to say, I'd rather learn the material by myself. Her expectations for assignments aren't clear at all. On top of that her organization skills are that of a 3rd grader. She's intelligent, but not a good teacher by any means.
-100/10 She tells us to read the syllabus but we were not even following the schedule for the syllabus from the start! I was unprepared multiple times because instead of telling me what lessons to look over, she told me to look at the syllabus. One time she almost blew up the lab because she was about to use a flammable liquid over an open flame!!
Could've been a better class if we actually followed the syllabus!! The amount of times I felt unprepared because she would tell me to look at the syllabus instead of telling me what lessons to go over were outrageous! One time, she almost blew up the lab because she was about to use a flammable liquid over a bunsen burner with the gas already on!!
This is the toughest class I have ever taken. The professor does not make learning easy. All she does is read the PowerPoint presentation without further explanation. She expects students to know everything on day one. I tried to give her a chance, and now I am paying the price for sticking through the end. I hope other students use this as caution
Simple as it is you study you pass She is an excellent teacher
She help me succeed and accepted my late assignments…her lectures are amazing she is very knowledgeable and her syllabus is clear She will allow you to have your own notes For the exam
Amazing and very nice teacher
Trust me you cannot find any professor like Dr. Carvet, she is very accessible and she will do whatever to help you study and succeed I will stay in contact with her because Dr. Carver is very knowledgable.
Professor Carver is very nice and carrying Teacher I do wish to meet many like her , she does make me love studying for Biology.
Mrs. Carver is one of my the top professors that i have quizzes and assignments are online but her lecture/lab exams are in class and you can have your notebook for the lecture You missed the due date you do not get the chance to re-take the exam.
Dr Carver made Biology fascinating. Her entertainment and examples kept us engaged, her lectures are easy to understand you have just to pay attention in class do your work and she will help you get an A on her class.
One of my best professors ever … all exams are easy and she will help you succeed
She is amazing she allows you to have your notebook too you can easily get a C or more.
Professor Carver Will make you love biology … she is a great professor who will go whatever in her power to help you succeed She will keep you updated on what s going on in science…
Professor Carver was nothing short of an AMAZING professor. I always looked foward to attending her class. The grade was based off of 4 exams, Make sure you take good notes! I would HIGHLY taking her class!
Attending class is very important, as it's lecture based with the use of PowerPoints.and related videos. Be sure to take notes and yes notes are allowed during exams, and she also offers opportunities for extra credit. She will drop 3 lower lab grades and if your absence is excused she will accept your late works!
One of our favorite teacher
My understanding the online course is already established by the connect department The videos and lectures were already been established, do not expect the professor to lecture unless you ask questions or if the course is a synchronized online class. I do like the quick reply to any of my concerns and she is very knowledgeable
Now that I am taking another class … I missed her … she is a great professor … you never know how much she was excellent until I compared her to who ever is teaching me now! She is amazing and very communicative
If I could I would take her for all my biology courses … she is an amazing Professor
Prof Carver is awesome, her class is fun and she makes the material easy to understand.
I just love her class so far … she is amazing and yes she did give us review for Exam 1
Very knowledgeable professor and she is always having an inspiring scientific stator to cover her lecture … and yes she did give a review for exam ( almost covering all the exam 1 questions) all what you have to do is pay attention
Very nice professor her lectures are fun and she does go one by one during our lab and if you pay attention and ask questions you will succeed
I like coming to her classes and she always replies to my emails on time …I like a funny way of teaching yes she is an amazing professor
It s my turn as a student to come and tell the truth about Dr Carver, she is not only a nice person but an amazing professor, we are a group of students who love to work together and like coming to her courses; she will do what ever on her power to make you succeed please do not believe any negative thing about her she will help you succeed.
Yes we do like Dr Carver , we like that she is funny , knowledgeable, the way she is explaining any lecture in a an easy way . And yes we have to give credit when credit is due ! If we all succeeed the Exam 1 is because of her
She is my favorite professor He exam 2 was really easy
Dr. Carver is a fantastic professor. She is giving you any tool needed so you can get an A, all you have to do is take advantage of that fact and you'll do just fine. The workload is rigorous but if you set a schedule for studying its doable. Use exam reviews for notes only, and understand the topic of each lecture
She is nice and will give you ideas on how to study and stay focused I am a student with durability and thus this is my second time taking this course and I am so pleased... She is so easy to understand
She is so knowledgeable that I just want to keep talking to her and have a conversation she cares and has very flexible office hours to fit students' heavy schedule
I am an autistic student and she is an amazing professor who cares. Take her you will be amazed and successful in major biology
Professor Carver is incredible! Her biology lectures for the first exam were engaging she knows how to break down complex topics into clear, fascinating lessons. She uses cool stories that stick with you. Always ready to help, and genuinely cares about students' success. Best prof ever—definitely sign up for her course next semester for 2402.
This was the worst professor i've ever taken. Very strict grader and does not give clear dates as to what is due when. She offered my class 5 extra credit points if you did 500 review questions. She loves to call you out by name and will annonce to class if your failing. I honestly think taking a different professor online would have been easier.
Professor Carver is genuinely an excellent instructor, and you should not let negative reviews affect you. It is surprising that some students benefit from all the support and flexibility provided, yet still complain. The truth is, students must take responsibility for their own performance.
Her courses fill up quickly for a reason—because she teach well. Some students simply expect everything to be easy. The reality is simple: if you put in the work, you earn the grade you deserve.
One or two students decided to be a bad month... Do not let them get into you most of us wake up at 4 am to be able to find a seat on her next biology class all what I can tell you is this and take my word for it she an amazing PROFESSOR… she lost her husband but still she comes with big smile and she is very knowledgeable.
Professor Carver is recognized for her exceptional mentorship, offering individualized guidance, career advice, and academic support. She fosters an inclusive learning environment where students feel supported and valued.
She exhibits strong leadership qualities and reliability in collaborative work. She communicates transparently, handles responsibilities with integrity, and contributes positively to my academic career
In the classroom, she brings clarity, structure, and enthusiasm, making even the most complex scientific concepts understandable and engaging. Students consistently praise her for her support, her availability, and her genuine investment in their success.
Shame on those — especially that one student whose gossip I confronted. This doctor, even with her accent, is an amazing professor, and we are all blessed to have her.
It's disappointing to see such behavior. Despite the comments about her accent, this doctor is an outstanding professor, and we are truly fortunate to learned from her.
I took her online but she was always there Fir me and helped me go through this heavy course she is very nice and she dies care
This doctor, accent or not, is an outstanding professor, and we are truly blessed to have her.
Ironically I have left two poor reviews for Dr carver and they both got removed?! She is the worst professor, is not true to her word. Doesn't explain anything in depth and doesn't test you over anything you have reviewed. I highly recommend to find a different professor as you will learn nothing from her.
There were over 5 reviews that left her a rating of 1 (poor), and somehow, all of them got deleted. Don't be fooled by the positive ratings, she is the worst professor ever. She is unkind to her students and says shes giving extra points then takes in back. She extends assignments and then says she never did that. DONT TAKE HER
It is surprising and disappointing to see her as a student who earned a B or B+ in this course and still trying to make negative and defamatory comments about Professor Carver. If a professor were truly “the worst” or “not nice,” this student would not have succeeded with such a high So please take Dr Carver she is the best!
Please take another professor. This class is difficult to follow the assignments and tests are unorganized and the teacher can't be found in her office hours.
Professor Kathy Carver is the best professor I've ever had. She taught me to love anatomy and never give up. Even though English is not my first language, she never judged me and always motivated me. She is kind, understanding, and truly cares about her students. She is an amazing educator and a true inspiration.
Class Info
Online Classes
100%
Attendance Mandatory
97%
Textbook Required
0%
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BIOL14017
5.0
(2)BIOL1409
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(1)BIOL2401
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(14)BIOL1406
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(20)BIOL1408
4.5
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BIO1406
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