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BEST TEACHER I EVER HAD, LEARNED ALOT AND HAVENT FORGOTTEN A THING

Had her for an online class. Big mistake. She hates teaching through technology. She seemed decent enough, so classroom might be okay. Just stay away from her if she's ever online again.

I really liked her online class, I thought she made everything very clear and her tests were no harder than they needed to be. The worst part of her class is the mid-term and final - they were very comprehensive and long!

Really hard professor, but as soon as you take organic chem, you realize that she wasn't as hard as you thought. First day of class, informs you that you MUST spend 20 hours a week studying for this course. I studied 10-15 hours a week...i did well

I took Dr. G last semester and got a D and had to take it over again. I hated her at first, but then realized it was my fault. If you study like she says you'll do fine. She is always ready to help if need it. A little easier this semester.

This teacher is very hard.

Everyone told me this class was going to be hard. I watched a lot of students drop her class because she was very detailed. I studyed a lot but in the end it was definetely worth it. She prepared me for A & P II.

Ms. G is ridiculously hard, but thats because there is an immense amount of information in Biology. If you study for her tests by using her notes, you will ace the class (i did). If you aren't majoring in biology, save yourself the time and take something easier.

Explains things clearly. If you are willing to study hard this class if beneficial.

So far the best teacher I have had in the SPC system. Her class is challenging but she tells you this at the beginning. She goes out of her way to give students many chances to improve their grade. I learned more in this class then in the rest of my class this semester combined. GO Dr. G!!!

Doc G is awesome! I loved her class, we learned sooooo much! She really does care about her students, and works with them to get them the best grade (but the one they deserve as well). Not an easy A, but surely worth all the work. Awesome awesome teacher. Definitely recommend!!!

She can be tough but you learn the material and retain it. she has many ways of helping the student too.

she is not for the feint of heart.But if you want to learn something she is the teacher for you.Do all the extra credit,make copies of all the objective answers and take all practice exams.She loves synthesis of systems so be ready for the essay questions.Be present for every class and you'll do ok.

She is tough but you will know your stuff when you are done with the class.

Professor Gingerich knows her stuff. I encourage any student to take her if they are serious about school and want to learn. Thanks to her I know alot and retained the information. Because of that it has helped me in other classes. You wont waste your time with her. Plus you go on exciting field trips. Last year we went to the Florida Keys!!!

very hard tests, be prepared to study

hard class, but she is really nice, she will help you if you ask questions...but dont underestimate her class, you will need to study ALOT.

Just another asset to the Tarpon Springs Science department. She assigns a great deal of work, but the work is relevant. Her papers prepare those who are seriously considering studying science at a higher institution. She will offer you guidance and inform you on areas of concentration for test preparation. My favorite instructor.

She has a passion for science and it shows. She is tough, but if you read the book before attending class, you should have no problem. If you really want to learn take her.

I've taken her for biology I and II as well as anatomy I, all three with labs. She's been my best teacher ever, and I've been to several schools. Dr. Gingerich has a schedule and sticks to it (with great flexibility if necessary), cares about her students and how they learn the material, and prepares you for using the information later in life.

Nice lady. Explains too much. Hard exams.

wonderful professor! great anatomy and physiology teacher. cellular bio is difficult material, but she gives extra credit work! cares about her students and explains material thouroughly. very nice person.

Best professor ever! You get out of it what you put into it! Dr. G is a teaching genius! Gladly answers questions, detailed, great w/technology, riveting lectures, goes extra mile, charming personality, great humor, truly cares about students' success. A&P is VERY tough; An A requires 30 hrs/wk studying. Dr. G preps for A&PII & beyond. AWESOME! :o)

If you're serious about learning, Dr. G is for you! A&P I class/lab are defined up front as being very tough, geared for students going into medical sciences, where C students aren't what people want in drs.! She's caring, quietly delightful, deserving of respect! A&P requires intensive studying; use her supplements, ask questions, do extra credit!

IF YOU DONT SEE YOURSELF SPENDING A 4:1 ratio of homework to class time then drop her class and take biological science....well anyway she's a great teacher if you just ask for help...she doesnt have time to teach EVERYTHING because anatomy is a big course so be self proficient or take something else but other than that she is the best

*PLEASE READ* I dont understand why there are so many horror stories about this teacher. Yes, the material is tough, but its not impossible to learn. We have already taken one exam and the material was right out of the book so the best advice I can offer is to READ, do her practice tests online, do the extra credit, and ask questions!

I am taking her for BSC 2010 lab and I must say that I have never had this much work for a one credit hour class. Although the work is easy, there is just SO MUCH of it! Also, instead of exams she assigns two lab reports that are HUGE, but if you are willing to do alot of work, its not too bad. Just make sure you come to class prepared each week.

lecture: read the book. her lectures are nothing compared to the depth the tests go into. lab: turn in your completed assignments from the previous week and you will most likely get an A or B. overall tip: ask as many questions as you need to and be on top of your game at all times.

Her lab was a lot of fun, we went on 4 field trips. The paper is killer, it has to be in the format of a research paper so make sure its EXACTLY how she wants it and ask her if you have any questions about it she will tell you. The weekly lab quizzes should be called exams, they go into great detail so you really have to study to do good on them.

Took 2010 and 2011. A good professor that really cares about both the subjects and her students. Hard class that you must invest time in, but well worth the effort if you want to know the material. I studied mainly from her objectives and made A's, but reading the book helps. For labs plan to put more time in than you do for most 1 credit classes.

This class is very similar to AP Bio in high school, except her tests are harder than tests at universities. I would not recommend her, but she is a very nice lady

HARD CLASS! Hard teacher! Her objective list are not even similar to whats on the exam! I took the lecture online, dont do it! There is a mid term and a final and its worth 30% of your grade each. You have to go to campus for them. Her exam questions seem to be made by a different teacher or something. be prepared to dedicate at least 40 hrs a week

Took her lab in class. Requires alot of studing (at least 30 hrs a week to get a c on praticals). Spelling counts. Very detailed. If you get a A in this class you will do fine in your future! Dont take her if you to bring up your GPA. For a one credit class I spent more time on this then the lecture and it shows. p.s. dont take it during summer

Now that I'm taking Kanhai for AP 2, I can appreciate Gingerich's AP 1 which I took online over the summer. Gingerich gives extra credit on mid-terms and finals, unlike Kanhai/Naravane, and it's better to travel to SPC for a proctored test that gives you a reasonable time to complete it, rather than Kanhai's ridiculously timed online quizzes/tests.

Extremely helpful teacher. I think that everyone says she is horrible because she actually makes you work. But this is college. If you are going into pre-med TAKE THIS CLASS. It will really put your determination and desire to the test, and show you how much work you actually are going to have to put in.

She teaches very clearly, explains things in easy terms, and extremely knowledgable. Not to mention, she is a VERY nice person. Her tests are hard, but if you study your notes, and her outlines, you'll do fine.

Be ready to cuddle w/your bio book!! Overall she is very nice, and is there to help you pass. she doesn't want you to fail. However, this class is not easy and you need to study, and study hard .She gives extra credit to boost your test grades. Biology is hard itself, and you NEED to study! Study study study!

Took AP1 w/ Lab online for Spring.I got 100's on all assignments because you can take them as many times as you want. All learning done by reading the book and the website. You must read, highlight and read again to understand the material.I would recomend her to good students.Exams are hard and you can't memorize.You get what you deserve.

Dr. Gingerich is a special woman. She loves science and is so smart that sometimes she can be a little difficult to understand. She doesn't tell you whats on her tests but if you read and ask questions you'll do well :). Be prepared to buddy up with her and she'll help you every step of the way :0) ps She has a great sense of humor.

I've had her for ecology and evolutionary biology. Her tests are challenging but not impossible. If you study you should do well. She is very knowledgeable about the subjects and very nice. The people who failed probably didn't put in the work. She can get off topic because she will answer any questions a student might have.

Took her for Eco lecture, she can be tough and unclear. Tests were easy but became more difficult over the semester. The assignments she gives are long and tedious. Study the outlines posted online for the exams and the examples she gives in the powerpoints. She is a slow grader but is very nice and helpful when needed. Will curve exams

Took for evolution the semester was very unorganized. HW assignments and computer simulations were too long and interfered with time spent on papers. 3 papers 4 pages each, she ended up dropping the last paper and about half the HW assignments, she couldn't keep up with grades. Tests were extremely tough need to know very specific examples.

Dr. Gingerich is engaging and helpful if you have any questions. Lecturesdiscussions are interesting and she provides useful feedback on assignments. Grading was not timely, but not a problem. Not sure what the negative reviews are about. Probably from students who are dismayed when they actually have to attend class and do the work.

Evolutionary biology: Ok... so she's disorganized, and becomes overwhelmed with the grading. She is very helpful though during office hours. Also, STUDY THE BOOK. Most of the test questions came from the figures in the book. I had a D up until the last week of class and she graded all of the assignments and I ended with a B.

Dr. Gingerich is excellent. She requires you to do a lot of writing and reading, and show up to class prepared. There is a lot of work, but it's well explained and will help you on her exams.

Engaging, interesting and helpful. Lots of very interesting field trip opportunities. Grading is slow because she writes a lot of comments on each paper. She offers re-writes but make sure you actually read and correct mistakes! Tests are hard but if you come to class and read the text book you'll be fine.

Dr. Gingerich is good-natured and I was particularly impressed by her acumen. Acknowledging this is a 4000 level course, I found it personally difficult to complete the weekly assignments and research paper on time with a hectic home/work schedule. Study and the tests aren't too difficult. Up to half a letter grade offered in bonus assignments

There is plentiful opportunity to boost your grade, super organized and there to teach students. Do the bonus assignments/homework and an A is extremely accessible. Really no reason anyone should fail or do poorly in the class unless you do not show up or do the assignments.

Amazing teacher. She is extremely educated, funny, and understanding. If you show up to class and try it's impossible to not get an A. She makes evolution very understandable and interesting with her thorough explanations. Do all the bonus assignments, read the book, and pay attention in class! She's a great teacher, and I highly recommend her.

Dr. G is amazing. She is very well verse in any animal behavior topic and is friendly to approach. Love how she is always available and wants to see you succeed. She gives very good lectures but pay attention and take notes because the slides do not have all the information. FYI took her for animal behavior. The site did not have this as

Dr. G is an amazing professor who loves what she does. She is very caring, understanding, and kind. She does require a bit more work compared to other classes, but if you follow the rubric there is no way you won't get an A! Her ecology lab was very educational and fun, and she helped in any way she could. Dr. G is a gem to SPC!!