Do not take biology from anyone else!! She does an amazing job of teaching a relatively intimidating subject. You will have one take-home and one in-class test for each chapter. Which is SO MUCH EASIER than one test over 5 chapters. And she's not borring, thankfully.

Honestly...The best teacher that I have had. She is very clear and teaches in a way you can understand. Don't take this class from anyone else!!!

very degrading and rude. Picks her favorites. Not very helpful at all. Should be fired!

She is the best teacher that I have ever had. She is demanding and forces you to learn, because you have a quiz every class. This is why I did so well in the class because I studied every night and learned the material for the quizzes. I would recommend her to anyone needeing this class. Do not take this class from anybody but her!!!

Great teacher! She makes you study, but it prepares you for the tests and department final. It is alot of work, but if you do the work you can easily get an A.

She is great! She gives a quiz for every chapter, that helps a lot with studying, keep you on your toes! She is hard! but she makes you think and study.she also knows her stuff! Quiz material are covered in class.she lecture out of the book.If you read the chapters before lecture and do your homework and quizzes, you can pass this class!

For Biology she is the best. I know many other students who would transfer out of their other biology class mid semester just to get into her class. She holds a High standard but I think she is the best at helping you understand it.

Excellent instructor. Gives a lot of quizzes, but they teach you a lot. She really makes you think. Very fair.

She is so awesome. I loved this class. I had others in my study group who didn't study and had bad grades. You must study--especially the first three chapters to get a basic understanding of the next few chapters. All of the quizzes help--no one quiz can hurt your grade. Take notes like crazy, study before class and you will do fine!

She is really nice... but the same as everyone else is saying the class is HARD.. and I personally thought she made it harder.

She is hard; her reasoning is that it is to help you succeed in your future BIOL classes. You must read the book, and then read it again, and then again. Her quizzes are helpful; they keep you on your toes. The final was ridiculous, way harder than it needed to be. Very difficult to take notes from; her slides are from a different book, read ahead.

She was the first teacher who really wanted her students to have a study group and I don't know about others groups but I liked mine and was very thankful. She had a trickier final than I thought and you have a lot of test and quizzes but it was great to have so much to study from. She isn't easy and REALLY STUDY for the final! I got a B+ :)

I absolutely LOVED this class and would take another class from her in a heartbeat. It was probably one of the hardest class I have taken so far, but it prepared me so well for anatomy and chemistry. She wants her students to succeed, but not without some hard work. The study skills I learned, and the value of study groups have been priceless.

a true teacher!!!! she works in the field she teaches, cares about you as a person, wants you to pass and gives you all the help you need to do so. i love this teacher she should get teacher of the year!!

Linda is extremely helpful and concerned about her students. You will have to work for a good grade in this class, but you will also definitely learn from it.

Linda is an awesome teacher. Biology has always been my most favorite subject and by far she is the best teacher for this subject that I've ever had. Biology is not an easy subject, you have to really apply yourself and if you don't you will fail. People who gave her negative rating were probably just looking for an easy A.That's not how life works

Every chapter you have a worksheet and a quiz. We had about five tests total. The tests are hard but if you do the worksheets and study what she writes in red on her powerpoints you will do fine! On the first day of class she said she gives out a ton of A's. Just put in the study time and you'll get one!

I was really scared after reading the comments here, but she's extremely warm and approachable and makes lighthearted jokes during lecture. Everything that she tests on is in the book, so if you read it, you'll ace the tests (which account for 50% of the class grade). She gives extra credit for participating in a study group. She teaches well!

Awesome teacher! Very lighthearted and fun, always willing to help at anytime. You do have to work in her class to succeed, but those up for the challenge will find a whole new love for biology! If you study what she writes in red though you'll do well :)

Linda was my first teacher after 7 years away from school, and she was everything I could have hoped for and more! I learned SO much and got a great grade at the same time. She loves what she does and it shows. She loves people, too, and knows students by name. Very flexible and fair.

She is very good teacher, Biology is hard but she is more then willing to help, Love her

she's a great teacher, and you know she wants you to do pretty well. she writes killer questions though, the kind where you have to pick the MOST correct answer. I would suggest taking the intro to bio class before taking her class so you will do better because its a tough class!

She is the best teacher I've ever had! Not only have I learned A LOT...she also cares for her students and makes this class fun. But don't forget: it's a hard class and you have to put some effort into it...!

She is awesome! There is a lot of work, but you learn so much. If you do the reading and utilize your study group (which gives you extra credit), you'll be fine for the quizzes and exams. She explains all concepts clearly and provides her lecture slides which she higlights for studying. She loves teaching and her passion for biology is contagious!

Linda is an amazing teacher! Don't be fooled, you will have to put hard work into this class but it's definitely worth it. She very is passionate about biology and I would recommend her to anyone that is driven and willing to learn.

Linda is a fantastic instructor. She cares about her students and even offers to spend time outside of class to help you. Biology is not an easy course, but I have found, through hard work (studying, utilizing study groups, etc) you can earn an A. Linda is the best choice for SLCC's biology 1610.

I liked Linda. Very knowledgable on the subject and clear on her expectations. Her class is hard though. Quizzes every day in class and her tests are insane. My friend took this same class from someone else and had a much easier time. I felt she treated the class like bio majors as opposed to what it really was, a health science pre rec.

Very difficult! Quiz every class period but she is very informative. Can't really afford to miss a class or you will fall behind quickly. Felt a lot harder then a pre-req class.

Hands down the best teacher I have ever had in my college experience. She expects you to understand concepts but gives you power points and work sheets to help you out. If you take some time everyday to study then you will do fine...but if you don't study then don't expect a good grade.

Hands down the best teacher I have ever had. She expects you to understand the material but gives you plenty of tools. Give extra credit for study groups. Linda knows whats up.

Linda is the best teacher i have ever had! her class is set up perfectly, even though it's hard. She's has you do a worksheet and a quiz for every class period but it helps you understand the subject so much more. I recommend her! be prepared to spend hours and hours studying

She is very clear and always willing to help. I worked very hard for this class and Aced it. Her teaching style/methods is for the purpose of maintaining information. If you are going into any type of medical or biology major then you need this teacher. I wish she taught more classes! She is AWESOME!!

I took this class in the summer, and it was actually one of my favorite classes, if that says anything. She was SO willing to help, her lectures were SO clear, and nothing surprised you on the tests. You have to study, but the homework assignments really help. She's totally nice, understanding, and knowledgeable. If you can, take her class!!

Linda is a very genuine teacher, explains the material on her level of knowledge. I would make sure you have taken chemistry before going to her class, as well as previous bio classes. She is very hard and you will spend HOURS studying every week. Be prepared to work hard or fail.

Linda is a fantastic teacher. Although her class is difficult, she gives you the tools you will need to succeed. There are worksheets and quizzes due almost every class, but they are fair, and help you comprehend the material. I highly recommend her!

Linda is extremely bright and has her standards set pretty high for an introductory biology course. Class attendance is absolutely mandatory. She provides you with PowerPoint files which she reviews in class. If you study what is discussed in the powerpoint and do her worksheets you will be okay.

If possible, take this class in the summer. I can't say why, but you won't regret it. It's intense, but she's a great teacher and everything she tests on is from her powerpoint presentations. She even marks them with stars and highlights in red the important stuff that will be on the test. Studied more than average for this class but got an A.

Linda is Wonderful. There is a quiz each class (roughly 5 ?'s)as long as you read the chapter and powerpoints you will do fine. The quizes, powerpoints and worksheets are PERFECT to study for the test. Biology is HARD, Linda teaches you so that you can actually LEARN. Which will make you more knowledgable in your profession. READ BOOK your Chapters

She was nice but would be kind of grumpy and rude if the class didn't do great on an exam. It's a hard topic so you gotta put a lot of time into studying. Her worksheets are hard and the wording is terrible but her exams were a lot easier than the worksheets. If you come to class there's a lot of extra credit oppertunities

Linda is not the easiest professor, but she is good at her job. She gives you all the tools to do well, you just have to use them she gives extra credit questions on the test. Be prepared to spend a lot of time studying, but all the information is there.

very good teacher, she makes sure you understand if you have a question. She cares about your success. If you are there and are serious about the course you will do fine. This is not an easy class, you have to do your homework and pay attention.

Linda is a fabulous teacher. Biology is my worst subject. If I needed extra help she was always willing to help me. There is a lot of work to be done. Doing the worksheets has helped me to understand what we were learning. Great personality. Love her, wish she taught more than this class. Would recommend her to anyone.

Linda was an excellent teacher. I found myself excited to attend her class. She is tough but, if you study the information she gives you, you will do fine. I haven't been to school in 22 years and she really helped me and took the time to help me when I didn't understand the concepts. She never made me feel dumb for not understanding. Take her.

Excellent teacher...I do not get Biology but she really helped me to understand it. There is work to do. She was always helpful and I to every chance I had to get extra help from her. If you don't study you will not do well. I would highly recommend Linda to anyone. Best teacher so far. Will miss taking her class.

Okay people - you have to understand, that this class is just difficult- its a lot of dedication and work. Key thing to do, is study like crazy, every single day. Study groups will be your BEST FRIEND! Linda is amazing teacher - Hard, but well worth it. I worked my butt off to get my grade and I'm proud of it. Wished she taught more classes!!!

To be frank, this is the best coursework and instructor you can take to best prepare you for the medical field. Linda is smart, challenging and passionate. If you can adjust to her style of learning and testing, you will excel if you apply yourself and use study groups. If you are not fully committed, this class will weed you out. Period.

Linda's teaching is clear and interesting. She will apply the material to her clinical experiences. Her worksheets and tests are hard, but she grades accordingly. You can do the worksheets with your study group, and she gives valuable bonus questions on the tests. She gives a great foundation for your other classes.

This class is for people who want to learn, plain and simple. It's not for people who want to breeze through Biology. It's for the serious student who isn't afraid to but in time and effort, who is determined to LEARN a TON of material that will help them in their future careers as medical professionals. I loved this class and everything I learned.

Linda is amazing. She's hard that's for sure. But it's all worth it. You will study your butt off and think she's the worst but by the time you hit the final, you'll be thankful she pushed you. She's funny and keeps class interesting and can relate her lessons to just about anything. I highly recommend her unless you're not prepared to study A LOT.

Linda is extremely smart. She has an extensive background on cell biology and is an active member on research projects. The class is difficult if you don't study, you have to study smart! She always makes herself available to students before class. Anyone interested in a medical career should take this course. She helps with critical thinking!

I rated Linda at the first of the semester. I didn't think i liked her and I complained that she wasn't helpful and she expected us to teach ourselves. I have really changed my mind about her and the class. First yes it is an intro Bio class meant to weed out people who cant cut it. Go in ask for help, email her work hard and u will pass.

Absolutely loved Linda. She's an amazing teacher who is obviously passionate about her subject. There were extra credit problems on the tests, which was awesome. Some people say her tests are hard but she tells you exactly what to study. This is a can't miss class and be prepared to study a lot.

Linda is very knowledgeable. She is specific in what she wants you to learn not only for her class, but for future classes and careers as well. She does what she can to help you succeed and expects you put in the effort to learn as well. Encourages study groups, gives extra credit, shares her work experience in the real world. Solid base builder.

Here's the deal with this class: if you are looking for an easy A, or are just trying to get your generals done- do not take it from Professor Jemmett. This class is perfect for you if you want to get a good base of understanding for future classes, and really want to learn. You will have to work hard for it- but you will learn so much! Loved it!

I enjoyed Linda!! The class is very hard but I studied my butt off. Definitely get a study group. It will save you. She makes you work for it but if you're willing to work hard, you'll get an A. To the person who said, if you have a job or kids to not take her class, don't pay any mind to that. I have kids and work and got an A. You can do it!

Linda is AMAZING! but she is tough. If you are going into a a medical field I seriously recommend taking her. Her class is hard and she is very picky about spelling, etc. But when you get to Anatomy and Philology you will realize her class and all the hard work was a life saver.

Tough teacher, but she'll tell you exactly what you need to know for tests, and she's very fair.

This class is fantastic. Yes, you have to study and work hard (surprise! College!), but I haven't ever taken a Biology class and I earned an A. She stars and reds the important information from her slides that will be on the test. I never read the book, never was tutored, and never studied more than 3 hours per week on the class. Love Linda!

Expect to actually study for this class, but also the assignments are not too bad. She doesn't try to trick you and she makes a point of telling you what will be on the test. She has a lot of tests but if you listen in lecture and do the assignments they aren;t too bad.

LInda knows what she is doing, she says you need to study 12-15 hours but I did 1 and got an A- . her tests are hard and there is a work sheet and quiz for every chapter but she has good powerpoints and lectures, dont bother getting the book

Linda is a great professor, and when she says, "This will be on the test." Or, "Know this by test day." She means it. She encourages anywhere between 12-14 hrs of study time per week. Which is accurate by all means. You really have to dedicate yourself to this class. It's not easy, but she teaches you everything you need to know to pass her tests.

This class was incredibly difficult, but I have learned a ton. I did have to get two different textbooks, because the department requires one, and she highly recommends the other. Hers is a lot easier to understand. She cares about her students and is passionate about what she is teaching. She also tailors her class for the medical field.

I absolutely loved Linda. I was scared to take her class at first because everyone said how hard she is, and they were right she is pretty hard. I went back as a non-traditional student and so I had to be on my toes, but I loved this class. She is so smart. You do have to work hard, but its so worth it. One semester of hard work pays off.

Linda is a great instructor. Her understanding of Biology is extensive. She is a fair grader, but you have a work to get a good grade. She is not interested in you getting a good grade she is interested in you understanding the subject and succeeding in the future classes. If you stay on top of the subject matter and study, you should do ok.

Linda is awesome! This is coming from someone who will most likely have to re take the class, but I will certainly take it again from her! She's got a great personality and I find her lectures entertaining. Tests are pretty hard but there is never any surprises on them. She will tell you what will be on the upcoming tests during her lectures. STUDY

Linda is a great professor! With that being said, her class is NOT easy. However, I left the class feeling like I actually learned a lot. -Rarely used the textbook. She puts everything you need to know on powerpoints, and makes it clear what will be on the test. -Quizzes every day--these are good study materials. And she lets you drop 3.

Linda is super hard but I learned a lot from her class and I feel prepared for my next classes. Study her power point and worksheets and you should do well in her class.

Linda is a good instructor, however, I wouldn't take a class from her again. You need to study before class because she will make you take quizzes each day if you've learned something the class before. You only get 10 extra credit points if you meet with a study group two times a week, so be careful and do well on all the assignments and tests.

She is very rude. She is straightforward and tells you exactly what you need to know, what you will be tested on and how to prepare. She reads slides to you and rarely goes into more explanation than what is on them. But attendance is required and if you have a study group you will receive extra credit

The tests and quizzes are not hard if you keep up and don't miss class. Extra credit on all tests. When she suggests study groups do it. The worksheets can be really hard and wordy. She wants her students to know the material not just memorize it and will expect you to know it and how to apply it. She likes questions that are thought provoking!

Linda is a very tough grader and likes to ask what she calls 'thought provoking' questions. HOWEVER, she does teach the material very well. She wants to make sure that you're understanding concepts rather than memorizing facts. I recommend printing out the lectures before class, it helps and is a great study tool. If you study well, you'll do fine.

It is a HARD class but completely worth it. I feel like I have learned SO much! I am not big into reading... but with listening to lectures from her and on Khan Academy everything turned out great! Towards the end of the semester I feel as though she wasn't as intense. Also extra credit after tests and she drops 3 quizzes. I would take her again.

One of my all time favorite professors. She teaches by giving you the big picture rather than just memorizing facts so you actually retain the info. You definitely have to work for your grade there's a quiz and hw almost every class. You learn SO much. Loved the way it was all taught, tests are not hard if you fully grasp the material. Quick grader

Linda is a stellar professor who makes biology interesting and exciting! Truthfully, I hated biology prior to taking this class from her; but now it all makes sense and I love it! Be sure to read the chapters, study at least 3-5 hours a week, and be in a study group. If you are struggling, then attend her workshop or watch the "amoeba sisters."

Linda asks "thought provoking" questions, these are used to make you reason through and be sure you have a good understanding of the material. Show up, be present, ask questions in class or you probably won't pass. She holds a workshop, I highly recommend going whenever you can.

Linda's class is difficult but definetly worth the amount of work. Grades are comprised of three exams, quizes and homeworks for each chapter. In her powerpoints she bolds what you need to study for the exams. This is beyond helpfu! Linda also offers extra credit. I would not reccomend taking this course during the summer. DON'T MISS CLASS!!!

Linda is a very tough professor. You really need to study at least 2 hours a day to pass her class. If you put in the work will understand biology in great depth. I learned so much from her. She is great at teaching the criteria.

Linda was so kind and you felt like she really wanted you to succeed. She gives endless extra credit opportunities and you can tell she loves what she does. She's also very funny! At the end of the semester, the whole class felt like she was our grandma who was tough but loved us. The class relies heavily on the textbook and lectures are long!

I highly recommend Linda! This class is hard but so worth it, especially if you plan on taking more biology classes because you will remember almost everything and apply it to your future courses. This class and professor helped me find my new love for science and biology and I will always remember this class.

Linda has been one of the best professors I have ever had. She makes sure you actually learn the material, and if you put in your effort, she will make sure you do well. In my opinion, pretty easy A for the difficulty of this kind of class. I would highly recommend her if you are in it to learn, and not just get the class over with.

I really liked her. I thought she was fair with grading and understanding at time. She wants to understand the material well. She gives out a LOTS of opportunity to pass the class. She gave out extra credits which was very nice of her. At times, she can make you feel stupid but she is willing to work with you.

Great instructor! The class is very difficult but Linda does a great job giving you all the material to get a good grade in this class. Also gives a lot of extra credit to bring your grades up at the end. Study hard and be on time and show up to every class!

She has all of her lecture materials online and lets you know exactly what will be on the test. Attend additional workshops that she teaches--it helps significantly. The textbook helped, but her slides are pretty much the textbook summed up. There is plenty of extra credit if you're willing to do it every week, or meet with a study group.

I highly recommend enrolling in Linda's BIOL1610 lecture, especially those preparing for the MCAT. She will help you build a solid foundation in Biology. Expect to put in the hours - Worksheets for every chapter, quizzes each class, research paper, 4 exams plus a final. Review powerpoints and go to the workshops, they will help tremendously.

Took this class during the COVID-19 online transition; she was very present and available. Linda is one of the best professors I have ever had; very clear on how to get an A, and offers plenty of extra credit. Easy class if you are a good student, hard class if you're inconsistent or lazy. You don't need the textbook; I didn't use it once.

Linda is by far the best biology teacher I have ever had. She makes it really easy to understand and learn the material. She uses stars and red to underline what she expects you to know for tests and quizzes. There are quizzes every class. She also teaches the workshops which help a ton. You have to work hard for a grade but she makes it do able.

I got a C- in biology before SLCC. Linda was beyond amazing! I had used the workshops before, but never had someone so wonderful and easy to listen to, interactive, and non-judgemental. I highly recommend her! Biology can be tough but she makes it easier and very understanding, accessible hours,wonderful workshops! I wish she'd teach everything!

Linda was such a fantastic teacher. If you attend all classes, read all lectures and do your homework, you will receive an A. The students who say she was hard, must not have been doing their homework honestly. She is very clear on what will be on the tests. Her review sessions are phenomenal!! Writing the research paper was my fav part.

Linda is a great professor. Yes, she can be a little condescending when answering questions, but she really tries to set you up for success. She tells you exactly what you're going to be tested on and expects you to do your work. Her teaching style with Powerpoints and lecturing worked well for me and I left her class feeling like I learned a lot.

This is the hardest class Ive ever loved! Linda Jemmett knows the final is hard core, so she makes sure you know your stuff, even offering amazing workshops several times a week to help you grasp the concepts.

Professor Jemmett is THE BEST BIOLOGY PROFESSOR. I am so lucky, thankful, and happy I got to learn college biology from Professor Jemmet. Professor Jemmett gives real world examples throughout her lectures (as in working in the medical field) which is super encouraging to relate to. Recommendations: Go to ALL of her Workshops!! U get Extra Credit

Professor Jemmett is a very good instructor. I took Biology 1610 as a summer course. This is a difficult course to take in the summer as everything is condensed. She will tell you exactly what you need to study and do to pass her course. If you put in the time you will do well in her class.

I haven't taken biology for roughly 10 years now and jumping into college biology was absolutely nuts. Linda was an amazing instructor with deep knowledge of biology. She does not sugar coat and sets expectations at the beginning of semester so you knew what to expect. I'm surprised I made it out alive but grateful. One of the best teachers ever!

Linda was definitely my most favorite teacher. The class is very hard and covers a lot of information, but she lets you know the first day of class. Lots of reading. While attendance isn't mandatory, you'll regret missing class. Super important to attend workshops if you don't understand something & they give extra credit. Would highly recommend

Linda was a fantastic teacher, it's really nice having an instructor who cares about the material that she's teaching. If you take advantage of the exam topic reviews that she runs it will help a lot. She offers extra credit worth full letter grade at end of each test. She does seem to be tougher than other professors though

Overall the best professor I've had! This course is challenging, so don't expect to pass without effort. However, this professor's lectures are highly engaging, and she always manages to correlate the material to real-life experiences. In addition, her workshops are amazing, and just attending them grants you extra credit.

Linda was amazing! It's a tough class, but she goes over everything you need to know. I didn't read the textbook often, doesn't hurt though. GO TO ALL THE WORKSHOPS!! They help tremendously and you get extra credit. You need to put in the effort to understand concepts, not just memorize facts. I studied 3-4 hours outside class each week.