4.5

Lisa Ansara

Psychology - University of Massachusetts Lowell

4.5
Quality
2.1
Difficulty
83%
Would Retake
84
Reviews
4.5
Quality
2.1
Difficulty
4.5
Helpful
4.6
Clarity

83%

Would Retake

84

Reviews

Rating Distribution
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4

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What Students Say

Does take attendance most of the time but you don't need to show up to pass

GENPSYCH - 5.0 rating

I did not learn much from this class

SOCPSY - 1.0 rating
Class Info

Online Classes

100%

Attendance Mandatory

100%

Textbook Required

50%

Grade Predictor

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Predicted Grade

A-

95% confidence
Based on 22 grades
Most common grades:
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A- (6)
Not sure yet (3)
Grade Distribution
A(13)B(2)C(1)D(0)F(0)A-/B+(6)
Based on 26 reported grades
A: 11
A-: 6
Not sure yet: 3
B: 2
Common Tags
Caring (13)
Amazing lectures (9)
Group projects (8)
Respected (7)
Gives good feedback (6)
Participation matters (6)
EXTRA CREDIT (5)
Inspirational (5)
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5.0
2.0
GENPSYCH
Mar 5, 2003

No Comments

5.0
2.0
GENPSYCH
Mar 5, 2003

Very insightful and a wonderful personality.

5.0
4.0
GENPYCH
Mar 6, 2003

SUPER HOT AND SUPER SMART!

5.0
1.0
PSYCH
Mar 27, 2003

No Comments

5.0
3.0
GENPSYCH
Oct 24, 2003

wonderful teacher, always made lessons interesting

5.0
1.0
GENPSYCH
Oct 28, 2003

She was such a pretty teacher!! She always made class interesting and her notes were very clear and precise.

5.0
1.0
PSYCHOLOGY
Nov 23, 2003

Awesome teacher! Likes to get people in groups all the time. She's very hot!

5.0
2.0
GENPSYCH
Apr 15, 2004

awesome teacher. awesome class. a lot of group work and in class discussion, but she does not force participation. dont let her scare you away on the first day, the class is great.

5.0
2.0
GENPSYCH
May 4, 2004

i love this teacher. knows wat shes doing and will make the class fun.

5.0
2.0
GENPSYCH
May 24, 2004

Did a great job teaching the material

4.0
1.0
INTROPSYC
Oct 22, 2004

Not a challenging class, i wasn't too impressed. Easy A though

5.0
2.0
PSYCH
Nov 4, 2004

Real nice, but don't let her fool you on the first day. I think she acts ****y just to get the class size down, but after that shes normal. She makes the clas interesting and very clear with her teachings. Plus shes hot, so if your a guy its an extra bonus to take her class.

3.0
3.0
GENPSYCH
Apr 11, 2005

I liked this class. She's really nice. The material's not really difficult and she teaches it well, it was an easy good grade.

5.0
2.0
INTROTOPSYCH
Jul 25, 2005

She was awesome and made the class fun to go to ..study what she says to and you'll get an A

4.0
3.0
GENERALPSYCH
Aug 30, 2005

She's really nice. I didn't get along with her at first but she was really nice once i explained everything to her.

5.0
3.0
GENERALPSYCHOL
Dec 19, 2005

She was GREAT! I loved this class, and I feel like I came away with so much more knowlege.

5.0
2.0
GENERALPSYCH
Apr 5, 2006

Ansara is one of the best teachers I've ever had. She makes class sooo fun to go to. She assigns a lot of papers but they're really easy. She also allows for a good amount of class discussion and group work. I def recommend her.

5.0
3.0
PSYCH
Apr 10, 2006

My favorite teacher EVER. You learn a lot, but it's fun at the same time. There's also a lot of fun activities. I highly recomend this teacher!

5.0
3.0
GENERALPSYCH
May 3, 2006

She is amazing & the reason why I switched to a Psych major. Class is very interesting! Makes you want to go. Lots of tiny experiments/papers (1pg-ers), but they're fun to do. Fair grader. Lots of group work. Tests are thorough but just take notes during class & study & you'll do fine. Highly Recommended! A shame she doesn't teach more classes.

4.0
2.0
INTROTOPSYCH
May 9, 2006

Makes the class fun... for the most part. Grades tougher on papers but tests are pretty easy. Just go to class. Doesn't like it when people disagree with her or if the say anything even remotely against women.

5.0
2.0
PSYCH101
Dec 18, 2006

She was pretty nice, made the class pretty fun, and made sure everyone knew the material. The tests weren't dfficult at all.

4.0
3.0
PSYCH101
Dec 29, 2006

she teaches this class like its high school. multiple overheads for every example, so the material is very clear but it is quite redundant. she likes to have you get into small groups "get into groups of five, move your desks together" it felt like 5th grade. many many personal papers to write. recommended for first semester freshmen ONLY.

4.0
3.0
PSYCH101
Jan 2, 2007

She's clear, interesting, engaging and she knows her material. However, she presents some things which are theoretical as undisputed fact. For Psych 101, make sure you complete the research credit required by the Psych Department and make sure you get credit for the ones you go to.

5.0
3.0
DSDFS201
Feb 27, 2007

I love her so much I come to class just to see her <3

3.0
2.0
GENPSYC
Jul 12, 2007

I ended up with an A- in the class even though I thought I was going to end up with a low B. She mostly just lectures in class and expects her students to read the book fully before she hands out the test. She's also very understanding and she'll bump your grade up if your participation is good and you have an engaging interest in the class.

4.0
2.0
GENPS101
Jan 28, 2009

Don't really need the textbook. Pay attention in class and study notes.

5.0
1.0
PSYCH203
May 20, 2009

DEFINITELY RECOMMENDED: awesome prof, easy test,easy projects, lots of extra credit, crystal clear to understand, moderate homework most of which counted as quiz grades, sexy to gaze at...!

5.0
2.0
GENPSYC
May 22, 2009

I had no interest at all in psych until this class. Wonderful professor, keeps the class engaged and motivated. She likes a lot of class participation so don't be shy. There are a bunch of papers but they're all short (1-2 pages) and they are really fun. Study your notes and you'll be fine. Wish she taught more psych classes.

5.0
1.0
PSYCH101
Jun 9, 2009

She was awesome and really cared about her students. The classes were always interesting and she engaged everyone in group work or in class discussions. She does make you work though, there are papers to write and quizzes, but nothing hard. I would take more classes with her.

5.0
3.0
PSYCH2020
Feb 23, 2010

She was a great teacher!! Just about everyone loved her!! I recommend her to everyone...she shows a lot of visuals and her test are not to bad but you do have to study for them...I learned a lot from her, she is very inteligent and extreamly nice.

4.0
4.0
GENPSYC
Apr 29, 2010

Really nice teacher. Learned a lot in the class. thought it was so interesting that i switched my major to psych. she is really intelligent and funny. her tests are tricky and you need to study for them. did a lot of group/partner work.

5.0
1.0
PYSCH101
Sep 3, 2010

Easy and fun class. Has you write some interesting papers that are graded pretty well, (better than tests).

5.0
2.0
PSYCH0410
Nov 30, 2010

Her lectures are very interesting compared to all of the other classes I have taken this semester. Attendance counts when she feels like sending the sheet around. Her assignments are fun for the most part. You don't really need to pay attention to the syllabus either because all of her dates are 'tentative' and she usually reminds you anyways.

5.0
1.0
PYSCH205
Dec 13, 2010

SHE WAS AWESOME! Her class was really fun and she always made lectures interesting by adding little anecdotes in them. Her activities are also really fun. You do have to study for her tests but her notes are enough to study from. Her essays are easy and fun to do too. Wish the class lasted longer. Take her if you can. She's brilliant.

5.0
2.0
PSYCH101
Jan 11, 2011

loved this class. She makes every topic fun and interesting. Gives tests and quizzes on the material that was gone over fully in class. assignments are easy as long as ou pay attention. would reccomend this teacher to anyone

5.0
1.0
PSYCH101
Jul 3, 2011

Very nice and very easy. She applies her material to real life by telling stories and asking for examples from her students' life. Very open and the tests are pretty easy, you have to study but not very hard. She does a lot of in class activities too so the time goes fast

5.0
1.0
PSYCH101
Nov 7, 2011

I love her

5.0
2.0
PSYCH101
Nov 18, 2011

I LOVE this Professor! I was never bored in class. She makes sure you know the information and can relate to it before you take an exam. You do very well and don't really need the book if you take good notes in class.

5.0
1.0
PSYCH101
May 7, 2012

She is just amazing!!!!! Love her!

5.0
2.0
GENPSYC
May 16, 2012

She was excellent. funny and engaging. used real life examples so you always understood what she was saying. the class is easy, pay attention and show up and you could get an A. Its impossible to fail her class. She was very helpful and friendly. I would take another class with her.

5.0
1.0
PSYCH101
May 22, 2012

FANTASTIC TEACHER!!! my favorite part of lowell.

5.0
1.0
PSYCH101
Dec 30, 2012

awesome teacher, very funny and knows a lot about what shes teaching. applies material to funny stories about her life which makes it easy to remember. very easy course with minimal work/study time. go to class everyday and get 5 points added to your grade. highly recommend you take her i would take her again. and dont buy the textbook

5.0
2.0
GENPSYCH
Apr 18, 2013

She is one of my favorite professors ever. She's hilarious and loves what she is teaching and gets the class really interested. She's a fair grader and usually her assignments are very easy to complete. Definitely recommend her to anyone

5.0
2.0
GENPSYCH
Apr 21, 2013

Best teacher. Explains clearly and makes classes ENJOYABLE. All you need to do is pay attention and you will learn a lot and be successful in class. Few short essays throughout semester making a very small workload.

5.0
3.0
47101
Jun 3, 2013

GREAT PROFESSOR. Clear, concise, and really nice. Come to class, listen, and participate in class and you will do fine. Tests can be challenging but if you take good notes you will be fine - and spend the occasional 20mins on the book. A++ professor.

5.0
2.0
GENPSYCHOLOGY
Dec 5, 2013

One of the best professor at UML that i have ever taken. Everybody taking gen psy should take her.

5.0
2.0
GENPSYCHOLOGY
Dec 5, 2013

One of the best professor at UML that i have ever taken. Fun classes with lots of discussion on the subjects. Never a dull class. Everybody taking gen psy should take her.

5.0
1.0
GENERALPSYCH
Dec 11, 2013

Honestly one of the best teachers I have ever had. She is super nice and is always trying to make her class fun. The class was very easy but still made you think. She does take attendance but I never wanted to skip so that was not an issue

5.0
2.0
GENPSYCH
Dec 30, 2013

Her class was very interesting. I never missed a day and I always looked forward to it. Work wasn't too much and all very manageable. Tests weren't that hard and the assignments were easy and interesting. Take her class.

5.0
2.0
GENPSYCH
Apr 15, 2014

Amazing professor. 100% would take a class with her again.

5.0
1.0
GENPSYCH
Jan 16, 2015

Best teacher at UML. Easy and fair grader. Does take attendance most of the time but you don't need to show up to pass. Only used the textbook for a take home test but you can find all the answers online.

5.0
1.0
GENPSYCH
Grade: A-
Mar 10, 2015

One of my favorite professors at UML. She's awesome!

5.0
2.0
GENPSYCH
Mar 25, 2015

Amazing professor. Cares about her students. Gives extra credit and is an understandable grader. She wants her students to do well and does everything she can to make sure they succeed.

4.0
2.0
SOCPSY
Grade: A
Jun 4, 2015

Pretty easy class. She is makes the class intresting

4.0
2.0
PSYC2090
Grade: A
Oct 27, 2016
Would take again

easy and fun class, not much material, for better or for worse if you are trying to get something out of it. students express opinions on social issues in class, again, for better or for worse. but you can't fall asleep in this class bc discussions are entertaining, ansara is energetic about subject. a couple of quizzes and essays, + journal req.

5.0
3.0
PYSCH101
Apr 14, 2017
Would take again

she's so caring. can be seen as kind of mean at times, but everyone normally likes her. extra credit is the city of lowell related such as school talks about rape victims and drug abuse, etc.

Amazing lectures
Caring
EXTRA CREDIT
5.0
3.0
PSYCH2090
Dec 23, 2017
Would take again

I throughly enjoyed Social Psychology - it was my favorite class to take and I always looked forward to going. She seems a little intimidating but she's not. If you pay attention in class and do what is assigned, you'll do well. She also gives extra points if you attend every class which can be helpful to some.

Gives good feedback
Respected
Amazing lectures
4.0
2.0
PSYCH2020
Grade: A
Jan 23, 2019
Would take again

Doesn't really teach from the book and then tests you on what is in the book. Plenty of opportunities to bring your grade up. She is funny and cares about her students

Gives good feedback
Caring
5.0
2.0
PSYCH101
Grade: A
Apr 5, 2019
Would take again

Amazing professor. Took her for Intro To Psych and Social Psych and learned a lot and actually enjoyed the classes. Quizzes and exams are primarily from the book so they were a little challenging but you can make up in it with other assignments she gives.

Respected
Group projects
Caring
2.0
4.0
PSYC2090
Grade: A
Apr 12, 2019
Wouldn't take again

You have a group project where she creates the groups and assigns the topics. More likely than not you'll have a week to complete it. Everyone gets the same grade so even if a group member does not participate, you're responsible for their contributions because it'll be your grade on the line.

Skip class? You won't pass.
Group projects
Lecture heavy
5.0
2.0
PSYCH2020
Grade: A
Apr 18, 2019
Would take again

Prof. Ansara is my favorite professor so far at UML. Her classes are interactive and she uses real life examples to make everything easy to understand. This is a class youll actually WANT to go to!

Respected
Hilarious
Amazing lectures
5.0
2.0
PSYC2090
May 13, 2019
Would take again

Great teacher ! I am a below average student (With challenges) and I got a B !. There are MANY opportunities to improve your grade if you are not a great test taker - Two projects, Journal, Attendance and Extra Credit assignments. The tests are mostly multiple choice and a couple of short answers. Easy A for average student

Participation matters
Clear grading criteria
EXTRA CREDIT
1.0
3.0
PSYCH2090
Grade: Not sure yet
Oct 16, 2019
Wouldn't take again

Nice teacher but acts like this is the only class you have with the amount of outside class requirements. Condescending. Boring lectures. Really shoves her ideologies down your throat and tells you what to think instead of letting you form your own opinions. Don't take this class if you're looking for a painless elective.

Lots of homework
5.0
2.0
PSYC2090
Grade: A-
Nov 7, 2019
Would take again

Professor Ansara is a great professor! Her class is very interactive and she doesn't make it difficult for students to succeed. There is a few group projects, but overall the class is an easy A. She gives students many opportunities to raise their grade in her class, I would take her again if I could.

Respected
Group projects
Amazing lectures
5.0
1.0
PSYCH2020
Grade: A
Dec 12, 2019
Would take again

By far the best teacher I've had at UML so far. Class was filled with interesting lectures, clear instructions & grading criteria, and overall just a great environment. She's not afraid to speak up & tell people when they're wrong & does it in a passive informative way rather than condescending. Attendance is mandatory but you'll want 2 be there!

Amazing lectures
Caring
EXTRA CREDIT
5.0
3.0
PSYCH2090
Grade: A-
Dec 19, 2019
Would take again

Very personal, and actually cares about her student. her monthly check-ins are extremely nice and just shows that she actually cares about what's going on in her students lives outside the classroom rather than what's going on just inside.

Respected
Amazing lectures
Caring
5.0
2.0
PSYC2090
May 6, 2020
Would take again

Professor Ansara is a gem at this University. I am a relatively conservative person politically and religiously. Classes like these are always hard because I am in the minority there, but she made sure everyone knew their opinions and perspectives were valid. She encouraged us to learn more about others' experiences. The material is phenomenal!

Inspirational
Amazing lectures
Caring
5.0
3.0
PSYCH2090
Grade: B
May 7, 2020
Would take again

Best professor I have ever had. In class projects and lectures are of extreme importance and show significance in academic knowledge of professor. Great person and great course. Learned a lot ina short period of time.

Gives good feedback
Amazing lectures
Caring
5.0
2.0
PSYC2090
Grade: A-
Nov 3, 2020
Would take again

professor Ansara was such an inspiration. she was so nice and you could easily tell she cares about her students. she did weekly check-ins which was such a nice touch on an already amazing class- take her classes!!

Respected
Inspirational
Caring
5.0
2.0
PSYCH101
Jan 27, 2021
Would take again

Engaging lectures, straightforward class outlines and uses really good real-world examples! I loved this class!

Respected
Inspirational
Amazing lectures
5.0
2.0
PSYCH0410
Grade: A
Mar 22, 2021
Would take again

Took her for social psych. Her quizzes are from the book so read and take notes before the quiz!! She is so nice and relates class to real life which I liked. She does share some political opinions which is annoying. But overall 10/10

Gives good feedback
Group projects
Caring
4.0
3.0
PSYCH2090
Grade: Not sure yet
Apr 5, 2021
Would take again

A passionate professor and the topics are genuinely interesting. They are lecture-heavy, if you are online, they will NOT be recorded so go to class. Not going to lie, a little confused on how she grades but it never a bad grade.

Lecture heavy
5.0
2.0
SOCPSY
Grade: A
Jun 7, 2022
Would take again

She really is a good professor. She makes lectures enjoyable and the material engaging and easy to retain. As long as you participate and go to class, you should be fine.

Participation matters
EXTRA CREDIT
Amazing lectures
5.0
3.0
PSYCH2090
Grade: A
Oct 8, 2022
Would take again

Professor Ansara is a great social psychology professor! No PowerPoints, favors students to take notes from the board, but has a variety of activities (many are group-based) to supplement course material. Grading is clear in the syllabus, your grade is made up of different assignments to appeal to different strengths/interests of students.

Participation matters
Clear grading criteria
Gives good feedback
5.0
2.0
PSYCH2090
Grade: A-
Jan 12, 2023
Would take again

Her social psych class was great. No essays, but instead multiple journal entries throughout the semester to make up for it. I learned a lot in her class and I found the topics to be very interesting every time. Not too strict but not too too laid back either. If you have the chance to take her class, DO IT!

Group projects
Amazing lectures
Gives good feedback
5.0
2.0
PSYC2090
Grade: A+
Apr 7, 2023
Would take again

Extremely kind and empathetic. Many manageable journal entries throughout the semester. You need to study for the quizzes a bit but they're pretty easy. Put in a decent effort and you're set.

EXTRA CREDIT
Inspirational
Caring
1.0
1.0
SOCPSY
Grade: A
May 16, 2023

If you genuinely want to learn about Social psychology, Ansara is not the professor to go to. Instead of teaching class material appropriately, she discusses her own political ideologies and pushes it towards the class. If you have a opinion that differs from her own, get ready for guilt tripping. I did not learn much from this class.

Group projects
1.0
3.0
PSYC2090
Grade: A-
Nov 30, 2023

If your views are slightly unaligned with hers she will humiliate you in front of the class. She makes assumptions about people without knowing them and never changes them. She is extremely unorganized and never communicates an assignment change in person or over email. Thought I was going to love the class but it was a horrible experience.

5.0
4.0
SOCPSY
Grade: Not sure yet
Dec 16, 2023
Would take again

Great professer! Only con , for quizzez and tests , the anwser to a question will be A or a. They are both the letter Aa! l but slightly varies so she'll take a point off! Me and a couple people have talked about it. Atleast she should give partial credit if most of the class put the same anwser. Besides that she cares and wants u to suceed!

Tough grader
Caring
Lecture heavy
5.0
3.0
SOCPSY
Grade: A+
Jan 12, 2024
Would take again

One of the most charismatic and genuine professors I've ever had. Very clear communication, with her intentions, and enjoys participation. She did not allow her class to be awkward or boring, so be prepared to have discussions! But even if you're a quiet person, she allows for participation points through online boards.

Participation matters
Group projects
Accessible outside class
5.0
2.0
SOCPSY
Grade: B
Feb 29, 2024
Would take again

She is very kind and you can tell she really cares for her students. Very easy to talk to and exams are easy just pay attention in class and youll know the exam materials. you should take her

Participation matters
Inspirational
Graded by few things
5.0
2.0
PSYC2090
Grade: C+
May 1, 2024
Would take again

If you think her teaching is biased, you are probably just racist, homophobic, and/or insecure. Every other review has been spot-on. She is an entertaining prof and an outstanding person. My only complaint is that exam questions can be very misleading at times. I'm genuinely gonna miss this class.

Group projects
Amazing lectures
Caring
1.0
1.0
SOCPSY
Jan 4, 2025

I took this class in 2017. After class one day she asked me what I want to be when I get older, and I said a school counselor. She discouraged me and said I will never be there. I am writing a review now in January 2025 because I officially a one.

5.0
2.0
SOCPSY
Grade: Incomplete
Apr 28, 2025
Would take again

One of the best prof. If you want to take social psych or need an easy class, take her!! She doesn't do slides when she lectures so the class is more engaging. She creates a sort of community in the classroom. There's a group project and journaling as homework. Participation matters, you're going to want to! I looked forward to this class! 3 exams

Participation matters
Amazing lectures
Caring
Class Info

Online Classes

100%

Attendance Mandatory

100%

Textbook Required

50%

Grade Predictor

Your expected effort level

LowHigh

Predicted Grade

A-

95% confidence
Based on 22 grades
Most common grades:
A (11)
A- (6)
Not sure yet (3)
Grade Distribution
A(13)B(2)C(1)D(0)F(0)A-/B+(6)
Based on 26 reported grades
A: 11
A-: 6
Not sure yet: 3
B: 2
Common Tags
Caring (13)
Amazing lectures (9)
Group projects (8)
Respected (7)
Gives good feedback (6)
Participation matters (6)
EXTRA CREDIT (5)
Inspirational (5)
Rating Trend

Declining

-0.33 avg change
Dec
Jan
Feb
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Last 6 months
Ratings by Course

47101

5.0

(1)

GENPYCH

5.0

(1)

PSYCH

5.0

(3)

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5.0

(1)

GENERALPSYCHOL

5.0

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+17 more courses
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4.0

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3.0

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3.0

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3.0

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2.9

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