4.8

Lisa Gelman

Psychology - Florida Southwestern State College

4.8
Quality
2.0
Difficulty
98%
Would Retake
115
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4.8
Quality
2.0
Difficulty
4.8
Helpful
4.8
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98%

Would Retake

115

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If you complete and review the study guides, you will do great

PSY2012 - 4.0 rating

Professor Gelman is a fun professor

PSY2012 - 4.0 rating
Class Info

Online Classes

100%

Attendance Mandatory

83%

Textbook Required

33%

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Amazing lectures (19)
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Inspirational (10)
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2012

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DEP103

5.0

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5.0

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DEP114

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Reviews (115)
5.0
2.0
DEP103
Dec 2, 2008

No Comments

5.0
3.0
DEP103
Jan 6, 2009

She is a great teacher. She is very into what she teaches and shows it through her enthusiasm for the course. I would love to take more classes if she taught them. I highly reccomend her! Great Teacher!! Learned so much from her!

5.0
1.0
DEP2004
May 9, 2009

Very good instructor, she enjoys what she is doing, she knows her information well. Its nice to see some young professors. You know what to expect from her. She is fun and a very happy person. She does refer to to chapters in the book. Attend lecture and you should pass the class.

5.0
3.0
HUMAN2004
Jun 23, 2009

She is great!

4.0
3.0
DEP114
Oct 28, 2009

Ms.Gelman is a wonderful teacher. She really enjoys her job and that makes class a bit easier. She can go off topic when students ask questions but it not that bad of a thing. I have suggested her to my friends and recomend anyone to take her.

5.0
1.0
DEP204
Dec 9, 2009

Great professor. She keeps you laughing, always has a positive attitude. You wil pass her class if you study. She is not hard on her students.

5.0
2.0
DEP2004
Jan 23, 2010

I had Professor Gelman for HG&D and she made 2.5 hours go by very fast. She is upbeat and enthusiastic about the subject and shares lots of interesting stories to help get the points across. Her power-point lectures are from where the test material comes, and it bullet points the most important parts of the book. Power Points = Test Material!

5.0
1.0
HUMAN2004
Mar 24, 2010

TAKE HER SHE IS SOOO NICE ... LOVES HER JOB AND THAT MAKES YOU ENJOY HER CLASS...

5.0
2.0
DEP2004
Mar 25, 2010

Best professor I had! Take her and go to class.Copy notes to study for tests.Skim through book.I did and got an A.Highly reccomend for human dep

5.0
2.0
DEP2004
May 3, 2010

I really liked her and her stories (although a little off topic) were pretty cute. She was overall super nice and helpful, and her positive attitude made me enjoy coming to class. :) i would recommend her if you need human growth and development.

5.0
1.0
DEP2004
May 4, 2010

Human Growth & Dev.class I thought it was going to be really hard because the tests were composed of 6 chapters & 2 essay questions,but she does PP and goes over everything at the end you can print a review guide I didn't even read that much of the book & still got an A just study the powerpoints and you'll pass no problem. She's a great professor

5.0
1.0
DEP107
May 4, 2010

Human Growth & Dev.class I thought it was going to be really hard because the tests were composed of 6 chapters & 2 essay questions,but she does PP and goes over everything at the end you can print a review guide I didn't even read that much of the book & still got an A just study the powerpoints and you'll pass no problem. She's a great professor

5.0
2.0
DEP2004
Jun 3, 2010

I really enjoyed Professor Gelman's class. She was extremely supportive and organized in her presentations. The class time went by so fast, and that is hard to do for a 3-hour class. Take her class and study from the power points. You should go to class because the material is very interesting and you want to show her how much you like her :~)

5.0
1.0
DEP2004
Jun 28, 2010

Very easy class, keeps it interesting even though tends to get off topic. Something to be expected in a psychology course. Do the extra credit, attend class, and go over the powerpoints... you don't reeeeaaalllyy need the book...

5.0
1.0
DEPT2012
Aug 22, 2010

Great teacher helpful study pwr = easy A. go off topic sometimes but interesting highly recomand way to Professor Gelman.

5.0
2.0
DEP2004
Oct 23, 2010

She knows the material VERY well, and is excited to teach it. She uses examples from her family, and makes the material easy to understand. Pay attention to the Power Point, and you'll ace every quiz / Test!

5.0
1.0
DEP2004
Dec 3, 2010

She was by far the best! she explained material and used family as examples loved her class!!! very negotiable on due dates and provides plenty of extra credit to keep an excellent grade!

5.0
2.0
DEP2004
Jun 27, 2011

Great Teacher!! Study from the powerpoints and you will be fine. Enjoys giving examples about the material and uses her own family. Two extra credit assignments are given which really helps your grade. Reminds me of Hilary Swank.

4.0
1.0
DEP2004
Sep 1, 2011

Truly enjoyed her class. Good examples related to subject matter. Attend class, take notes from PP,if you know everything from her study guide you will do fine on tests. she enjoys class discussion but allows annoying students to go on and on when they need to be cut off.

5.0
2.0
DEP2004
Sep 13, 2011

Very interesting class, she knows s much, and goes on and on about the material. her power points are straight forward and interesting. She uses so many examples from her husband, children, and family. She is very nice, and cares about what you have to say.

4.0
1.0
DEP2004
Dec 8, 2011

I thought she was a great professor. She does read straight off the powerpoints, but she does explain herself. She likes talking about her family, but I think her stories put the information in a way that we will understand. Overall, perfect teacher. :)

5.0
2.0
PSY2012
Mar 30, 2012

Professor Gelman was great! I have always been interested in Psychology and after this course, I have become more interested in the course. She uses her family and personal experiences as examples and is very engaging in her teaching, though she reads off of a Powerpoint. I defiantly recommend taking her class!

5.0
1.0
PSY2012
Jun 13, 2012

Wonderful person, great professor. Looks at things from different views and is very helpful and sweet. I'd recommend her class to anyone who needs to take psychology.

5.0
1.0
PSY2012
Jul 17, 2012

Lisa Gelman is an awesome professor. I love psychology alot, but with the wrong professor, it can become very boring. Professor Gelman always gave us good examples/comparisons in class to teach us things and help us remember them. I enjoyed her class very much!

5.0
1.0
PSY2012
Jul 19, 2012

Awesome Professor! Her powerpoints are very informative, don't buy the text book (you don't need it at ALL). Take notes! She uses personal experiences and funny jokes to help you understand a term/topic. She's great! Would definetly recommend her!

5.0
1.0
DEP2004
Nov 6, 2012

She explains things well and relates it to your life.The class is easy,just attend and take notes.The only bad part is that your grade is based on 4 tests and a final paper.But the test are easy, based only on info from her lectures.I never got below a 78 on them.There is no homework or class work.Only used the book for studying before a test.

5.0
1.0
DEP2004
Nov 30, 2012

Professor Gelman is an awesome professor and an even better person. Her lessons were informative and fun. She has great "style". I would suggest taking her lessons to heart as she clearly explains how to live a happy life and to raise happy, healthy, and intelligent children.

5.0
2.0
DEP2004
Dec 14, 2012

She is kind, interesting, inteligent and her exams are easy if you study she gives you a study guide before every test and posts her power points on the portal. you have one big paper to right at the end and you also get some extra credit. I totally recomend her

4.0
2.0
PSY2012
Jun 5, 2013

Professor Gelman is a fun professor. Here are some tips for her class: be on time, GO TO CLASS, even if you just sit there and listen it helps! :), buy the text book because she often refers to it, be ready for long lectures, 4 exams. She is a very reasonable grader. I ended with an 89 and she gave me an A. Nice Lady!!

5.0
1.0
DEP2004
Jun 20, 2013

She is amazing!!! Just work hard and focus on the study guide and you will get an easy A!!!

5.0
1.0
DEP2004
Jul 2, 2013

Amazing professor. She really knows the material and is willing to work with you to improve your grade and understanding of the course. Overall, it's a great class with a great professor!

5.0
2.0
DEP2004102
Dec 13, 2013

Very Good teacher! uses real life scenarios in class to get her point across! Pay attention and take notes and you should do just fine!

5.0
2.0
DEP2004
Apr 11, 2014

One of the most caring individuals i've ever had the pleasure to learn from. This class is an easy A if you show up and take notes. The exams are multiple choice and don't require you to memorize any of the theories word for word. If you listened in class and understood the material the exams should be a breeze. Best professor ever!

5.0
1.0
DEP2004
Grade: B
Apr 28, 2014

Best professor ever!! Very helpful easy A or B. I got a B, but I have to admit I didn't study as much as I should've, but I still manage to get a B.

5.0
3.0
PSY2012
Grade: A-
Apr 28, 2014

Take her!She is a phenomenal professor and truly cares about her students.Go to lecture, because professor Gelman gives you a great understanding to do well. Listen and take notes on the examples she gives in lecture. It will help you tremendously. Your grades consist of exams, a research paper, and discussion points. She also offers extra credit.

5.0
2.0
DEP2004
Jun 18, 2014

The best teacher i have ever had! Absolutely LOVE her! She makes everything so easy to understand. Go to class and review her power points/study guides & you will do fine! Graded on 3 tests, 1 paper and 5 discussions. By far the best psychology teacher! I got a D the first time i took this class.. Got an A with Mrs. Gelman!

5.0
4.0
DEP2004
Grade: A
Jun 19, 2014

She is a very good professor. Her lectures keep your interest and she tries to involve the class with the lecture. Her study guides are not easy, but if you put the effort in you will get a good grade. She is willing to help you at any time you need the help. I would recommend her!

5.0
2.0
DEP2004102
Jun 20, 2014

Excellent professor! Highly recommended for Human Growth and Development. I took her course over summer so it was a a lot of material in a short amount of time but do the study guides and you will do great. By far one of the best professors I've had throughout my college experience.

4.0
2.0
PSY2012
Aug 18, 2014

Excellent professor! Textbook was rarely used, however, powerpoints are essential. If you complete and review the study guides, you will do great! She gives 3 tests, research paper, discussions in class and even extra credit opportunities. If you put in the effort you'll get an "A" like I did. Highly recommend her!

5.0
1.0
DEP2004
Nov 3, 2014

PowerPoint are way more helpful the then text book, I think I opened it once. She is really easy to talk to if you have questions. If you do the study guides and take notes on the PowerPoint's you're bound to get an "A".

5.0
2.0
DEP2004120
Jan 13, 2015

Great teacher. Really nice, and understanding, powerpoints are very helpful, gives out study guides for the tests, study that and read over the powerpoints and you'll get an A :)

5.0
1.0
DEP2004
Grade: A+
Mar 17, 2015

She is an amazing professor. Lectures are amazing. very sweet. knows her stuff. Go to class and read her notes andyou will be fine.. I got an A+ ..

5.0
1.0
DEP2004
Apr 28, 2015

1 research paper, 3 unit test a college final, really good professor lectures are very interesting she goes on about real world stuff that has to do with the class but it makes you understand the course. great professor its really hard not to pass the course

5.0
1.0
DEP2004
May 1, 2015

I was unsure of taking Human Growth & Development, but now I think I'll miss it. Throughout the semester, Prof. Gelman made herself 100% approachable and genuine. She would tie her own experience into what we were learning. Also, the study guides are super handy. I read more of the textbook than I needed. Thought-provoking & enjoyable!!

5.0
2.0
DEP2004
Grade: A+
May 5, 2015

She made the class interesting, and answered all questions students had. You learn a lot of interesting material and her delivery is outstanding. If you participate, study notes, and listen to lectures you can pass this course. She is a great professor and I am definitely going to take a course with her again.

5.0
1.0
2012
Grade: A+
Jun 27, 2015

Prof. Gelman is nice and her class is very easy! Definitely an easy A, if you pay attention! Her tests are super easy just follow her study guide. One research paper but you get to pick your topic. And she gives extra credit!

5.0
2.0
PSY2012
Grade: A+
Aug 10, 2015

Professor Gelman is an amazing lady. The lectures are very interesting, if you pay close attention, you will be fine when it comes to the tests. I took her for summer B, and we took three tests and one research paper. Just show up to class, and you should have no problem passing with a good grade.

5.0
2.0
DEP2004
Grade: A+
Sep 10, 2015

Professor Gleman was nice, smart and funny. She gives you all the materials you need to pass all you have to do is study. Her tests were easy compared to some of the professors I've had. One paper to do and she will overlook your rough draft and tell you what to you need to work on. Loved her! :)

5.0
2.0
PSY2012
Grade: A
Oct 19, 2015

Probably one of my favorite professors. Definitely understands what she is teaching and talking about. Few tests, fairly easy if you study somewhat. Reading helps but it not necessary. I plan on taking her for Human Growth and Development.

4.0
4.0
PSY2012
Grade: B
Oct 20, 2015

One of my favorite professors. She knows her material well and her lectures are interesting. I will say I wish she would give quizzes so we would know where we stand on the material. I can say for certain the exams are a little tough for someone who hasn't been in school recently and doesn't have their learning style figured out.

5.0
2.0
PSY2012
Nov 16, 2015

Gelman makes her lectures fun and interesting. She also likes to do discussion questions so that you have a chance to interact with other students who may help you understand a topic when you are not quite sure. Not many tests, but the ones she does give are super clear and easy. I recommend her!

5.0
3.0
PSYCH201
Grade: Not sure yet
Nov 16, 2015

She is very good at explaining everything.

5.0
3.0
PSY2012
Grade: B
Dec 28, 2015

Prof Gelman does an amazing job of relating content to real life experiences. Don't miss discussions. You will receive an A on every exam if you make sure to study everything on the study guide! She is super funny too.

5.0
4.0
PSY2012
Grade: B+
Mar 24, 2016

awesome!

5.0
2.0
DEP2004
Apr 23, 2016

Awesome Professor. 4 test, discussions in class, takes notes, one easy research paper, assessment quiz at the end which she gives you a study guide and no final. Wonderful teacher and would recomend to anyone. Best professor I've had all year. Very personalable and makes class fun and easy.

5.0
1.0
PSY2012
Grade: B+
Apr 23, 2016

Don't bother buying a book. Everything that will be on the test is in her lectures and she posts power points online. Very fun and interesting class.

5.0
1.0
PSY2012
Apr 30, 2016

Very easy class. Just show up and pay attention because the examples she says in class are on the test. Very easy class, she gives 3 tests, 1 final, 1 research paper, journals and an extra credit assignment. Highly recommend her, she is great.

5.0
1.0
PSY2012
Grade: A
May 5, 2016

She is amazing! Her lectures are always fun and engaging! She gives study guides for every exam. Only gives one paper ( research paper) and its only 1000 words.

5.0
1.0
DEP2004
Grade: A
May 9, 2016

She is fantastic, very clear, the classes are very interesting, and she is always there for you, nice professor

4.0
2.0
PSY2012
Grade: A+
Jul 7, 2016
Would take again

Professor Gelman is a very sweet woman. Pay attention and take notes during the lecture, and it becomes more of a fun class than a chore. Lots of videos during lectures, study guides available for tests, and group discussions. It's a very active class. I hope I can have her again.

5.0
1.0
DEP103
Grade: A+
Jul 17, 2016
Would take again

She is amazing. Show up to class and you'll pass.

5.0
4.0
PSY2012
Grade: A
Oct 25, 2016
Would take again

Prof Gelman I can say made me really interested in psych. I've always been fascinated in how the mind works but never really knew how much hasn't even been explored. She makes me proud to be a psych major! PRINT OUT SLIDES, some of the notes are lengthy but are useful for test. Would recommend to anyone!

Respected
Amazing lectures
EXTRA CREDIT
5.0
1.0
PSY2012
Nov 4, 2016
Would take again

She is a great teacher. She gives study guides that shows what to study for the test. If you study the study guide you will pass the test. She is hands down one of the best teachers at FSW. She is very funny and if you show up you will pass.

Gives good feedback
Respected
Inspirational
5.0
2.0
PSY2012
Grade: A
Nov 10, 2016
Would take again

Professor Gelman is an outstanding professor. She is very engaging, and uses many real world examples to illustrate main points. "Discussions" are done weekly, and *hint*, might be on an exams. The study guides for the exams are very helpful. I would recommend her to anyone, and would enjoy taking another course with her in the future.

Hilarious
Amazing lectures
Caring
5.0
4.0
PSY2012
Nov 14, 2016
Would take again

Prof. g is still to this day the best prof. I have ever had. I would even go to her office after class and just sit and talk with her picking her brain. She has a few homework assignments and a paper. She even wrote a letter of recommendation for my new job. I wish she taught everyone of my courses that I need to graduate!

EXTRA CREDIT
Amazing lectures
Caring
5.0
2.0
PSY2012
Grade: A
Dec 12, 2016
Would take again

I really enjoyed Professor Gelman's class. She is a great teacher and really wants her students to do well. I took her for Human Development & Psychology. She gives real life scenarios to help us remember each chapter. She gives study guides for each test and allows you to do extra credit at the end of the semester.

Clear grading criteria
Caring
EXTRA CREDIT
5.0
1.0
PSY2012
Grade: A
Jan 4, 2017
Would take again

I had a wonderful time in this class! Professor Gelman was very engaging and gave us great study tools for tests. As long as you pay attention during her lectures, you'll not only learn a ton, but you will definitely pass.

Gives good feedback
Inspirational
Amazing lectures
5.0
1.0
DEP2004
Feb 15, 2017
Would take again

Awesome instructor. Highly recomend.

5.0
2.0
DEP2004
Grade: A+
Apr 19, 2017
Would take again

Professor Gelman is amazing. Use all her study guides and you will pass the tests with at least a B. Attendance is a grade but she goes off her powerpoint all the time. has 12 discussions that count for alot of points and offers 2 opportunites for extra credit. Very friendly. Very funny. Easy , understandable material.

Respected
Amazing lectures
EXTRA CREDIT
5.0
3.0
PSY2012
Grade: A
Apr 28, 2017
Would take again

I LOVE HER. She is seriously amazing. Clear study guides and she makes the lectures so interesting. I would take her a million times if I could. She is understanding, sweet, and funny. Three exams that are pretty easy and one required quiz that she makes sure we will get a good grade on. I do not have one complaint for her.

Skip class? You won't pass.
Hilarious
Amazing lectures
5.0
3.0
DEP2004
Grade: A
Apr 28, 2017
Would take again

she is an amazing & caring teacher! she knows what she is talking about and makes real life connections to her powerpoints to understand and remember the material! do the study guides and go to class! discussions help ur grade a lot. do those things and u will get an A. If u have a question she is more than happy to answer them. very understanding.

Gives good feedback
Participation matters
Amazing lectures
4.0
3.0
PSY2012
Grade: Not sure yet
May 1, 2017
Would take again

Caring and respected professor. Lectures most of the class, but she makes it interesting and relate-able. Your grade depends mostly on test scores. Read the chapters and show up to class. Provides a couple of small extra credit opportunities. Makes it very clear what will be on tests.

GRADED BY FEW THINGS
Caring
EXTRA CREDIT
1.0
5.0
DEP2004
May 17, 2017
Wouldn't take again

She was okay.

5.0
2.0
DEP2004
Grade: A
Jun 23, 2017
Would take again

Mrs. Gelman is a great professor! She offers two extra credit assignments and they are both easy. I didn't read the text book but if you pay attention to her lectures and study the notes you take in class you will be sure to pass the class with an A. I found this class to be very informative and interesting. Once again awesome professor hands down!

ACCESSIBLE OUTSIDE CLASS
EXTRA CREDIT
LECTURE HEAVY
5.0
3.0
PSY2012
Grade: A
Aug 7, 2017
Would take again

I took Human growth with Prof Gelman and when I saw that she was going to teach Psychology I never doubt about taking this class with her. She gives examples of real life related with the lecture and you better pay attention to them because the test are based on the power points and what she talks about in class. I highly recommended her.

Gives good feedback
Amazing lectures
EXTRA CREDIT
5.0
1.0
PSY2012
Oct 18, 2017
Would take again

Most is lecturing which she makes very interesting with humor and real life comparisons which make it very easy to memorize. Notes are taken through out every class. Very little home work given as well. One of my favorite classes.

Skip class? You won't pass.
Amazing lectures
LECTURE HEAVY
5.0
3.0
PSY2012
Grade: Not sure yet
Nov 2, 2017
Would take again

Professor Gelman is great! Her powerpoints are straightforward and easy to understand. Every week there is a discussion which is easy points. There's a paper at the end of the year also. The tests are not difficult at all, you just have to study. I definitely take her again!

Respected
Clear grading criteria
LECTURE HEAVY
5.0
4.0
PSY2012
Grade: A
Feb 15, 2018
Would take again

She is very nice. The powerpoint is very clear. The test is not that difficult if you study.

Clear grading criteria
5.0
1.0
DEP2004
Grade: A
Jun 16, 2018
Would take again

Great and awesome professor!!! She made the class easy and fun, wish I would have taken her for my psychology class too!!! Highly recommend her!!

Hilarious
Amazing lectures
EXTRA CREDIT
5.0
3.0
DEP2004
Grade: B+
Jun 25, 2018
Would take again

Great professor, show up, participate in class, and take notes. She's awesome!

Gives good feedback
Participation matters
Caring
5.0
2.0
DEP2004
Grade: A+
Jul 28, 2018
Would take again

Professor from God. Unfortunately she doesn't teach every subject. So knowledgably of what she is teaching, fast and easy grader and outgoing personality. If you take the time to review and study the material, you will learn a lot and breeze right through the course!

5.0
3.0
PSY2012
Grade: A+
Aug 19, 2018
Would take again

Just one word: Amazing! One of the best classes I have ever taken. If you like psychology, you'll only end up loving it more with Professor Gelman. Literally, take good notes on the PowerPoints and there is no way you won't pass the exams.

Inspirational
Amazing lectures
Caring
4.0
3.0
PSY2012
Grade: A
Oct 8, 2018
Would take again

I took this course over the summer so it was fast paced. She kept the class engaged and interesting.

ACCESSIBLE OUTSIDE CLASS
Clear grading criteria
Caring
4.0
3.0
PSY2012
Grade: B
Oct 18, 2018
Would take again

She likes to get off track but in turn she makes you feel involved in the lecture shes amazing and i would take her again for any psych class

Tough Grader
Amazing lectures
LECTURE HEAVY
4.0
2.0
DEP2004
Nov 28, 2018
Would take again

Loved her class, one of the nicest professors Ive ever had. I learned a bunch taking her course! Definitely recommend!

Inspirational
Caring
EXTRA CREDIT
5.0
3.0
DEP2004
Grade: A-
Mar 14, 2019
Would take again

Shes so fun and great! She talks a lot about herself and her own experiences but it allows you to remember stuff and make connections. Super outgoing and funny, nothing negative to say. Class is revolves around powerpoints and notes, study guide really helps for test. Shes passionate about all the material there is to cover.

Gives good feedback
Amazing lectures
Caring
5.0
2.0
PSY2012
Mar 15, 2019
Would take again

Professor Gelman gives you the tools to pass with an A. Lectures are engaging with Powerpoint so notes are minimal. Provides study guide before tests. Minimal homework.

Skip class? You won't pass.
Amazing lectures
Caring
5.0
2.0
PSY2012
Grade: A-
Mar 19, 2019
Would take again

Professor Gelman is an AMAZING professor. She makes sure that her students are engaged and understand what is being taught. She is very clear about what is on the test. She provides study guides and will answer any questions that you have. I took her last semester for psychology and I am taking her again now for human growth. Nothing negative!!!

Respected
Inspirational
Clear grading criteria
5.0
2.0
PSY2012
Grade: A-
Mar 19, 2019
Would take again

Professor Gelman is an AMAZING professor. She makes sure that her students are engaged and understand what is being taught. She is very clear about what is on the test. She provides study guides and will answer any questions that you have. I took her last semester for psychology and I am taking her again now for human growth.

Respected
Inspirational
Clear grading criteria
5.0
2.0
PSY2012
Apr 24, 2019
Would take again

Gives points for attendance. Takes points away for leaving early or no-showing. Has study guides for every quiz/test. She makes class interesting and somewhat entertaining.

Participation matters
Skip class? You won't pass.
EXTRA CREDIT
5.0
1.0
DEP2004
Grade: A+
Apr 24, 2019
Would take again

One of my favorite professors! Super caring and will joke/laugh with students. Interesting lectures and an enjoyable class. Could probably pass with missing a handful of classes because she posts the powerpoints on Canvas, but it's better to show up and get the extra information. Always reviews with students before a test. She is awesome!!!

Respected
Clear grading criteria
Caring
5.0
3.0
PSY2012DEV2004
Grade: A
Apr 25, 2019
Would take again

I first took professor Gelman for Intro to Psych. After one semester I enjoyed her class so much I took her again for DEV. She is a good professor and makes the material fairly easy to understand. She cares about her students and is very accommodating of any scheduling conflicts as long as they are reasonable. Read thepowerpoints and tests are easy

Graded by few things
Caring
EXTRA CREDIT
5.0
1.0
DEP2004
Grade: A
Apr 30, 2019
Would take again

Loved her lectures. She is kind of quirky but she truly cares about her students. Show up to class on a regular basis for class discussions and sit in for her lectures to earn the A. She is very helpful and understanding if you give her a heads up about missing a class or test. I recommend her, especially if majoring in psychology.

Amazing lectures
Caring
EXTRA CREDIT
5.0
3.0
DEP2004
Jun 27, 2019
Would take again

Shes very understanding, easy going, very loveable, very knowledgeable, and has a mothers view on life!

Amazing lectures
Inspirational
Clear grading criteria
5.0
3.0
PSY2012
Nov 28, 2019
Would take again

Professor Gelman is so sweet. I loved coming to her class everyday. Her personality brightens up my mood after a stressful day. I really enjoyed her lectures on psychology. She tells lots of stories and is really funny. If you need to take psychology, take her. Shes the best.

Amazing lectures
Hilarious
Caring
5.0
3.0
PSY2012
Grade: B-
Dec 12, 2019
Would take again

I loved this class and the professor! I will say attendance is important, while she does post the notes on canvas I feel she explains it better than the powerpoint. The textbook is free but I barely used it and passed.

Clear grading criteria
Lecture heavy
Caring
5.0
1.0
DEP2004
Grade: A+
Dec 20, 2019
Would take again

Professor Gelman was a good teacher and interactive in a not so intimidating way. She goes through powerpoints but further explains them, pay attention because it will be on quizzes and tests.

Hilarious
Amazing lectures
Caring
5.0
3.0
PSY2012
Jan 16, 2020
Would take again

Lisa Gelman is the sweetest person. Shes hilarious and I want to be her best friend. She does lecture most of the time but the class is fairly easy if you just pay attention.

Hilarious
Lecture heavy
Test heavy
5.0
2.0
DEP2004
Grade: A
Jan 18, 2020
Would take again

Professor Gelman is pretty awesome. Her class was clear and easy to complete. She gives out study guides the class before the test which are easy, and self explanatory. She also tries to make the lectures fun, and get a few laughs here and there. I would recommend her to anyone! She also offers an extra credit assignment toward the end of the term

Clear grading criteria
Hilarious
EXTRA CREDIT
5.0
2.0
DEP2004
Grade: A
Nov 13, 2020
Would take again

She is seriously an amazing professor! She's knowledgable on the subjects, extremely caring, easy to follow, and she tries to make the class enjoyable! The textbook isn't very necessary. If you follow her PowerPoints and take notes you're certain to pass. Her tests are to the point with lots of discussion posts to earn grades. I would def reccomend

Accessible outside class
Caring
5.0
1.0
DEP2004
Grade: A-
Dec 25, 2020
Would take again

LISTEN TO ME!!!!( Straight up FACTS)!! She is the sweetest women ever!! She is nice and gives good lectures. All she does is read from a powerpoint and you take notes!! There will be a few discussion questions for homework and that's it. Plus she is very understanding. Quiz are not hard trust me ;) !! You will literally pass if you listen that all!

Respected
Amazing lectures
Caring
5.0
2.0
DEP2004
Grade: Not sure yet
Sep 22, 2022
Would take again

She is amazing! You feel comfortable in class. Highly recommend.

Participation matters
Amazing lectures
Inspirational
5.0
1.0
DEP2004
Grade: B+
Dec 14, 2022
Would take again

This is the best professor ever because she is so sweet and her teaching skills are amazing. Her class is so easy to pass and the work is very easy if you just listen. She cares very much about her students. I love her life stories and the class was just so fun. Just do your work on time and do the notes and YOU WILL PASS!

Amazing lectures
Clear grading criteria
Caring
5.0
1.0
DEP2004
Grade: A
Dec 15, 2022
Would take again

Professor Gelman was an outstanding professor. Her tests are online/not in class, 25 questions, 30 minutes, but you can access all her PowerPoints. Her discussions are easy. The only writing assignment is the Reflective Journal on all the chapters. Follow her advice and do each chapter after Professor Gelman finishes a chapter.

Participation matters
Clear grading criteria
5.0
1.0
DEP2004
Grade: A
Dec 17, 2022
Would take again

Her class was very enjoyable. She's extremely nice and engaging. There is no reason you should fail her class. Just attend class and take notes.

Amazing lectures
Clear grading criteria
Caring
5.0
2.0
DEP2004
Grade: A
Apr 26, 2023
Would take again

Prof was great! Cares A lot for her students and makes the subject very easy to learn.

Gives good feedback
Caring
Respected
5.0
2.0
DEP2004
Grade: A+
May 9, 2023
Would take again

Professor Gelman was very helpful in many things, hurricane Ian hit and even then she truly cares about her students. I had missed a test and although I did not have a good reason for missing it she still let me take the test and it helped boost my grade. As long as you take notes and communicate she is a great professor.

Participation matters
Caring
Accessible outside class
4.0
2.0
DEP2004
Grade: A
Jun 24, 2023
Would take again

Pretty straight forward teacher, compassionate and teaches straight from the book. If you have any questions she is more than ready to help you.

Get ready to read
Clear grading criteria
Gives good feedback
5.0
2.0
PSY2012
Grade: B+
Dec 13, 2023
Would take again

This was easily one of my favorite classes of the semester. The work load is light and she grades fairly. She is very understanding if you have something going on outside of class affecting your school work. Mostly just lectures, but they're interesting and make sense. As long as you listen in class and do the homework you will pass this class.

Caring
Lecture heavy
Accessible outside class
5.0
1.0
DEP2004
Grade: A+
Dec 14, 2023
Would take again

Professor Gelman was caring and kind. Her tests were open note and included a study guide. Her lectures were in depth and helped me learn a lot. I would 100% take her again.

Inspirational
Caring
Graded by few things
5.0
3.0
PSY2012
Grade: A
Jan 3, 2024
Would take again

Professor Gelman is a wonderful professor who is very clearly extremely knowledgeable and passionate about her subject. Taking notes is an ABSOLUTE MUST. And you should study with the online textbook though as the quizzes don't have many questions and a few errors can really affect you. Also do the extra credit please it is unbelievably easy.

Amazing lectures
Lecture heavy
Test heavy
4.0
2.0
PSY2012
Grade: A
Jan 9, 2024
Would take again

Professor Gelman was a great professor. She was my first ever Intro to Psych professor and I wish I was able to pick her again for Lifespan Development. The only thing I would say, is that she does lecture the whole class. There were no in-class activities, which might make it harder to stay engaged the whole time. Great class overall!

EXTRA CREDIT
Clear grading criteria
Lecture heavy
5.0
2.0
DEP2004
Grade: A
Jan 2, 2025
Would take again

Prof. Gelman is an amazing teacher - very caring and engaging. Her classes are straightforward, with open-note tests and a helpful study guide. I'd highly recommend using Unstuck study alongside the PowerPoints to ace this course.

4.0
1.0
PSY2012
Grade: A+
Jan 14, 2025
Would take again

This class was pretty simple with barely any assignments. She gave great lectures. Prof. Gelman made sure you understood things, and if you didn't she would explain it to you again and give you a ton of examples. She took a pretty long time to email me back whenever I emailed her, so I recommend talking to her before or after class.

Amazing lectures
Clear grading criteria
Lecture heavy
5.0
1.0
PSY2012
Grade: A+
May 25, 2025
Would take again

Professor Gelman's class was one of my favorite classes I took as a dual-enrolled student. She was lecture-heavy but very engaging. She incorporates her story into the topic, which was very smart because it wouldn't be as hard to remember! All tests are super easy. I was sad to see I didn't get to do DEP2004 with her, cause I would've.

Inspirational
Caring
Graded by few things
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Attendance Mandatory

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