i didnt think she was that bad, maybe she's learning from previous semesters. our first exam was fine... she told us what to expect. and she is always willing to help. she checks her mail a few times a day and always responds.

Nice lady, i liked her. Not hard at all if u tried. I got a high A and am not a good student. In fact i'm failing gen chem 2 at UT austin. She was funny though and made it somewhat interesting. TAKE HER!!!

I like her, she is a very good teacher. Sometimes her tests are a bit different from what she goes over in class, but I think she just puts the questions into wording that is not what we expect. If you try, you will succeed in her class.

She is the first chemistry teacher that I have in my first year of college, and she makes me think that college professors are not that terrible. She gives out quizzes frequently, and that helps to pull up my grades.

take her,if you study the book,take notes and understand that --you will be fine--peopel who do not got ot class ,do not read book only fail this class--if you are good in math and have taked basic chem-it is fine.she gave bonus poitns upto 20 and curve the test,she is helpful,easy quizz.

She is very nice and tries to help her students to the best of her ability. If you dont study, you wont do well. Chem is a hard class and she is a difficult teacher but she does care about her students.

Nice. People tell me her lectures are diffenent from in class, but i think they are fine. Ask questions in lecture or in person, its the best way to get through those strange exam questions.

If you do not like to study, or you want an easy A, don't enroll in her class. You learn a lot, but have to work a lot as well. One of the few professors that would give online "live" reviews at night so that everybody can attend. Is not the prof what makes you fail. It is not impossible to get an A

She is a very good professor in my opinion. I took her for basic chem this last fall and she was my best professor. Her class is not that difficult if you put in the effort and keep up with the class. Her best quality by far is that she will help her students any way she can. Take her.

she is an exelent teacher-she really look what you do in her exam and do you know your staffs or not--she is great --take her.

If you don't do the homework, you won't make it. She does everything she can to help the students - even having online reviews! It is a hard topic, but she gives it her all. If you try and don't plan on skating, you'll do fine.

good teacher tries to help her students in any way she can even if you dont come up to her and ask her.. print her lecture slides and come to class and youll pass.. do the homework and study and youll get an A tests are straight from slides and what she says... now taking general chem with her

Finally! I am learning chemistry!

Professor Martinez-Rivera is one of the best intructors I've had in the two years at UTSA. She is friendly and displays a warm attitude towards her students. You have to keep up ,she definitely won't hold your hand, but she is always ready to help and very knowledgeable.

I think she is great! Brilliant, too. The class is very tough, but she does all she can to help with material. WebCT, lectures, notes, and e-mail. This class just takes a lot of work. Great Professor!

She's a great professor!

I found this professor to be quite a challange, but she was ALWAYS available to offer additional support to her lectures. With her help twice a week I made a 100 on one of her exams. Work hard in her class and you will be rewarded!

She has an odd but cute sense of humor. You can do well in this class, but her tests can be confusing. Overall I think she was a great chem teacher.

Always wanting to help her students anyway possible, but does move EXTREMELY fast through the material. Pay attention, and don't be afraid to approach her and ask for help.

Good teacher, but she's hard to understand. Very heavy Italian accent. She also writes very small on the board so sit close. She's very nice and very helpful, but she moves fast so class can be difficult.

She moved fast for her lectures, and her tests are a bit confusing. Make sure to memorize and understand the problems she suggests you do for each chapter. If you memorize them, you'll do great on the tests. She also gives good curves, and will give extra credit often if people dont show up to class.

very helpful. accent isn't as bad as it's hyped up to be. does move somewhat quickly, but not too bad if you pay attention. important to go to class. tests are not too hard. she outlines pretty much every question/problem on her test.

Has an accent but you get used to it. She does her best to get everything taught in class, but if you go to her office hours you will do really well. She assigns problems from the book but you don't have to turn them in. I'd definetly recommend her if you are going to take Chem I

goes really fast in lectures but is very helpful in office hours.she is great professor, is fair, and treats all students like science majors.i learned alot and feel that her class has prepared me for the general chemistry sequence.dr.martinez has a passion for chemistry and teaching and it definitely shows.must study to do well in this class.

You will definitely learn in this class. It helps going to class, because she'll spring extra points here and there, plus, she takes your attendance into account when it comes to your final grade. She's really good at what she does, and very helpful. I wish she taught Chem I too. And i don't recall too many curveballs on her tests...

she is a nice teacher and will tell you what types of questions that she will let you do on the exam. If you ask her questions, she is very pleased to help you. Good luck!

Her teaching method is really easy to understand as long as you attend class and take every little bit of notes she puts up.If you have questions she'll be glad to help you.Occasionally will add E.C. pts to tests.Real nice, funny teacher.

Attendance isn't required but helps curve your grade at the end. Homework is given and IT HELPS SO DO IT. go to class, you get used to her accent. She is the best basic chem. teacher. Extra credit is given to help you alot. I recommend her for anyone who isn't interested in chem. b/c she explains it well and her tests aren't to bad either

She's the best chem teacher.. extremely nice and helpful! Definitely take her class; you learn a lot! Tests aren't bad if you study and they're usually curved. GREAT CLASS.

I would recommend this professor. Really nice lady and is more than willing to help if you just ask. It isnt hard to get an A in this class. Just do the work. Whoever said it was impossible to pass her tests shouldnt be in college.

Teaches pretty clearly. Gives question by question outline of what test will be like. Makes chemistry easy to understand.

She has a strong accent but you'll get used to it. Although attendance isn't required, she curves your final grade in the end just for coming to class (she uses the clicker) I recommend her.

good teacher.. goes a lil fast. but she posts her notes on webct. but her tests are no joke. better study and know it well! she does tell you what to study for the exams. no curves. so far the class aves on the tests in my class.... 50's and 60's.

Fast paced, lots of math, GREAT teacher! I am taking her again. You will actually learn in this class, if you don't, you will fail. IS NOT AN EASY A, but well worth the effort.

Great prof. She's fast & doesn't always have time to splain in detail. Go to her office-she is extremely helpful. If you're whining, it's prob because you didn't attend. She admits she's tough but she's more than fair. Homework is helpful. Suggested probs before exams. Tests questions are a little tricky...she actually expects you to think!

If you want to pass with a high grade, read the chapter before you go to class because she gives quizzes for extra credit. You'll need a clicker for her basic class. Do as many practice questions possible. Face it, Chem is a science and science needs study. Martinez is tough. This was my first chem class ever (I didn't even take it in highschool)

Her class is abo****ely NOT easy. You have to work your butt off to be able to pass, i passed with a C- but that was barely. She explains rather fast, but its not like it isnt understandable, even with the accent. When you go to her office shes more than happy to help you out, but you HAVE to study and you HAVE to go to class to be able to pass.

Contrary to most posts, I really enjoyed her class. She's not mean, but she means business if you get my point. She remembers students very well. Attend class if you expect to pass.

Professor Martinez is an excellent teacher. She's very helpful and makes herself readily available to her students. She doesn't overload you with homework, and if YOU don't procrastinate you'll make a good grade in her class. Bottom line...don't take this class if you want an easy "A".

Her lectures are very good and helpful because she uses the same examples on tests. Her tests are very hard. She is helpful outside of class. She has respect for those that attend her lectures.

Good teacher but hard class. Its not hard to get a good grade as long as you put forth the effort. Don't skip class and attend SI sessions.

this professor is not extremely hard, it's chemistry so you have to put in the effort yourself. she does expect you to know basic mathmatical skills. studying at least 2 to 3 hours a day is a must if u want a good grade. if ur looking for a handout this is not the class for u, but if u want to learn then highly recommended. she is a good prof.

Chemistry isn't an easy subject to learn so you shouldn't expect an easy A from any of the chem professors. You'll earn the A if you work for it. Professor Martinez-Rivera was awesome!! Everyone complaining here are just blaming the professor for their low score when they should be blaming themselves for their lack of effort.

She's a good teacher and if you pay really close attention to her you will get what she's talking about. She lets you ask questions and answers them to the knowledge where you understand. She talks fast and faster if she's had coffee. Excelent teacher and recomend her if you want to learn Chemestry.

This is a very difficult course. I did the online homeworks, suggested problems, AND went to the SI sessions but I still struggled a bit. Her tests are nothing like the online homeworks. There is a lot of memorization.

Very dedicated professor; willing to give 110% to her students. However, even with doing absolutely everything other than study for hours a day- I still found this course difficult. I recommend her if you're willing to put the time in and you MUST visit her during office hours- it is Chemistry after all.

Great professor - kept class fun and interesting, homework was relevant, tests were fair. She was very sweet and helpful when I went to her office hours. Make sure you understand dimensional analysis (it's easier than it sounds), because if you can do that, you can do 90% of the stuff you'll be tested over.

I took both Basic Chem and General Chem 1 with her. The class itelf is really hard but you really do learn a lot with Martinez-Rivera. She is very helpful in her office hours and is a really nice lady. I got an A in both her classes but I had to work really hard for those A's. Take both Basic and General Chem with her and it'll be a little easier.

Great teacher! She was very helpful, and I learned a ton in her class. The class was not the easiest, that's for sure, but as long as you study the textbook well and listen to lectures, you'll do fine. I learned a ton in her class and was very glad I took her for Intro Chem! She's also very helpful in office hours if you ever need to go.

Martinez Rivera is awesome, definitely the best prof I have had at UTSA. If you find her too difficult, maybe science isn't for you. All I do is go to class, take notes, review these notes for a couple hours before a test, and I have a high A. I do not read the book and am not exceptionally smart. Tests just like notes, what more can you ask for?

She's a very nice lady and a great teacher. It's possible to pass the class not reading the textbook but attending class everyday. It's impossible to pass the class if you don't do either one regularly. To make an A, must do both. And be incredible with Chem.

She is my favorite professor ever. She's the sweetest lady. I made a C on my first exam due to my lack of studying, but put in some time for the other exams and made an A in the course. It wasn't a difficult class, but you do need to study somewhat. I loved going to her office hours; she makes everything VERY clear. I highly recommend her!!

SHE'S AWESOME!She clearly teaches the material in class and if you don't understand it she will help you during office hours until you completely understand. She is approachable and she really does care about her students. SHe writes the notes while you do so she doesn't move very quickly. I highly recommend her whether you're good at chem or not!

very good teacher. cares more than most, if you only put in the effort. very hard, but fair.

I love Ms. Martinez! I used to hate chemistry but Ms. Martinez is really good about explaining topics to where you understand it. If you don't understand parts of the lecture she does not hesitate to help you during office hours. She's a really good teacher but her tests are tough. She can come off as harsh but she does care about her students!

Martinez-Rivera is funny & an awesome professor, but beware she is TOUGH. She does NOT spoon feed her students by any means. You have to put in the work if you want a good grade.I took her for Chem 1 & 2 & I got a great foundation in chem b/c of her. She'll curve if the rest of the department curves.She is also very helpful if you go to office hrs.

She is pretty hard, but, it probably would have been easier if I went to class more often. She is very nice, and helpful when you go to her one on one. I had her for chem 1 and 2. All in all, if you take her class seriously you will be fine.

She is pretty hard, but, it probably would have been easier if I went to class more often. She is very nice, and helpful when you go to her one on one. I had her for chem 1 and 2. All in all, if you take her class seriously you will be fine.

The student below has probably never asked her for an appointment outside office hours, nor looked to see that most professors have the same amount of office hours. The truth is, she will not do what you are supposed to do yourself. One on one, you DO get lots of help from her.

The truth about this class is that it IS hard. You must be willing to put in the time. Dr.M is AMAZING at explaining Chem, but you must read the book AND do YOUR part. If you want to learn chem and are not afraid to be challenged, you will not regret taking her class. This is by no means a blowoff. If you are not serious, take Powell instead.

Yes, she is challenging! No, she is not horrible. Very helpful and nice if you approach her. I feel like you could get a 'rude' vibe if you're not very serious about her class, fail her tests and DON'T approach her for help. She is very fair, and is a GREAT teacher. Her lectures are fast paced, but she gives you the essentials.

Most brutally difficult tests I have ever taken in my life. I would study 4 days prior to tests and still pull low B's high C's. It was ridiculous. Every question was a trick question. May randomly add or delete points off your test as she realizes she made errors. May help you during office hour, may not depends on her mood. Rarely uses the book.

Great prof! The truth is this class is hard and difficult and will make you cry. However, hard wok pays off! She is kind and approachable and deeply and sincerely cares for her students. If you want an easy class- don't take this. Is you want to learn and be prepared for gen Chem II- take Dr. M

She is the best chemistry teacher so far. but her tests are HARD also her homework. You get 4 tests in her class. First two exams are okay. Last two are HARD. Try hard to get an A

This is a hard class. her tests are very difficult and tricky. she is very helpful if you have any questions. If you do the practice problems she assigns it will help a lot. her lectures are easy to follow and she posts them online. overall she is a hard professor but probably the best one for gen chem

Dr. Martinez is the best professor I've ever had in my life! This class was also very difficult for me, but it was so worth it. All you have to do is completely understand the lectures & homework she assigns, and the tests will be easy. She really cares about her students, and if you need help, she will give it to you. Be ready to learn!!!

Dr. Martinez is the best professor I've ever had in my life! This class was also very difficult for me, but it was so worth it. All you have to do is completely understand the lectures & homework she assigns, and the tests will be easy. She really cares about her students, and if you need help, she will give it to you. Be ready to learn!!!

Great professor, difficult course, but if you attend class, participate, and do the homework the tests shouldn't be difficult at all. Definitely learned more from this professor than anyone else, she actually cares about her students and will take every minute she has to help students.

All those that are saying she's an awful teacher did not care enough about their grade to put in effort, or are just not cut out for sciences. I've always had trouble with Chemistry, but she made it crystal clear. Relevant examples, very very clear lectures. Attend every class, take notes, and do homework and you'll be golden.

AWESOME PROF! Sure the class is challenging, but she does an awesome job at teaching. No other prof I have does this. She ACTUALLY cares about your grade, as long as you care about it as well. As long as you do the homework, and speak up if you're lost, you're for sure to get a good grade!

Tough teacher, but if you pay attention and study you can get a good grade. She will make you earn your grade though. She uses I-Clickers in class for participation grades.

She is a excellent teacher, yes she is a hard teacher, makes you work for your grade, but I have learned soo much in this class and never understood Chem before. Study and read your book. People who say she is a "horrible" teacher are wrong. She is Helpful, friendly, and is never rude to her students.

She is a GREAT teacher. She gives out 4 test and drops the lowest test grade. All you have to do is take notes and study those notes. You don't even have to read the book. YOU MUST TAKE HER not only is she a great teacher but you will learn so much in that class. IF YOU PAY ATTENTION ITS AN EASY A. Trust me

She has been one of my favorite teachers that I have ever had. She lectures in a way that is very comprehendible for even non-science majors. You must go to class, because she uses iClicker, but don't stress about it, because she gives extra credit for those who do not miss more than 3 days. Study your notes, because it is similar to the test.

I won't lie this isn't an easy teacher; you really have to work for your grade. However, she goes into depth and gives clear examples on a variety of problems. She also puts all of her notes online. If you take the time to study and do the recommended problems from the book, you can do well in the class.

Great professor! Yes it's a hard class at first, but going to class everyday and doing the assigned problems are key! There are 4 partial tests and she drops the lowest one! She curved every test, even if someone got a perfect score on it. Very helpful and nice if you're willing to put forth the effort!!! Would take for chem 2 if she was teaching!

Gen chem 1 is a difficult course, but she does her best to make this class as easy as possible. Make sure you do your textbook problems. If you can master uur textbook problems then you will do well in the class. I studied my butt off in this class therefore ended up making an A in the class.

EXCELLENT teacher. I was initially terrified about the prospect of taking Gen Chem I due to hearsay, but Dr. Martinez is very passionate about chemistry, which helps especially at 8:00 in the morning. Expect to work hard, but you'll be fine, it's not impossible; she prepares you very well for her tests and I finished with an A. Thanks Dr. Martinez!

Dr. Martinez is the BEST professor I've had at UTSA. She's not your ticket to an easy A but the way she teaches is excellent. She provides clear notes & lots of examples, drops the lowest test grade & curves tests. Study, do practice problems, GO TO CLASS & you'll pass! I recommend her. I'm taking her again for Gen Chem I & II.

she is a good teacher. as long as you go to class and take notes. you'll be good.

Prof. Martinez is really fantastic. I hated chemistry, but her and the SI really made the impossible possible. SI Nirvana is amazing. I'm kind of in love with her :P But anyways, I'd recommend taking Dr. Martinez to anyone for sure! If you do your part, show up to class EVERYDAY and attend SI, you'll be [Au]-en. Haha lame joke, I know. GO CHEMISTRY

Professor was good teacher, study notes and the tests are over the notes, not that hard of a teacher, just takes some studying.

Incredibly intelligent and funny. She provides plenty of examples in notes. The key to doing well is taking notes and doing all of the homework, even the extra assignments from the book. If you don't understand a problem, ALWAYS ask her because it's the slightly tricky ones that make it onto the otherwise easy tests.

Easiness of 3 because while the class is not easy, she makes it easy to learn and understand. Absolutely amazing lady. Very intelligent. SI Nirvana has proven to be extremely helpful as well, and going has made a huge difference in my grade. I would recommend this class to anyone whether or not they need chemistry. Overall, really great experience.

Her tests are hard but strait off the notes. I despise the material but got a B in the class with minimal effort. Just went to class every day and took good notes.

She does move fast but if you pay attention and study the notes it isn't hard. She drops your lowest test grade and SI nirvana is a huge help if you get lost.

Dr. Martinez was an amazing chemistry professor. She goes pretty fast, but if you keep up, the class isn't bad. Her tests are like the examples she does during class, so pay attention. She is very helpful during office hours and she genuinely cares about her students. I would definitely recommend her, and take another class with her!

Dr. Martinez is fan-freakin-tastic! This course seems so necessary for general chemistry 1 from what I've heard, and she is the lady to take! Her notes are SO on point with the exams, they are pretty much exactly the same. Attendance is super critical to making an A. Her SI Nirvana is absolutely amazing as well! I would NOT recommend anyone else.

She is an excellent prep for chemistry majors. She teaches the material and expects you to think critically. She goes fast, and comes across as rude, but she is very friendly and helpful if you talk to her one-to-one. Non-majors should avoid her.

This is the BEST chemistry teacher I have ever had! The professor is excellent at explaining every step thoroughly, and does lots of practice problems. I got an A on the first test, a C on the second. I've been through AP Chem 2 in HS, so tests certainly aren't easy, but all the material is taught fantastically!

LOVED this class, yes it's hard, I'm an honor student and will barely get out with a B, but well worth it!! I learned soooo much, I would recomended her to anyone!

Great teacher! She posts all her notes that she writes down on blackboard. I mainly went to class to just listen, do examples, and get iclicker points. There is no need to write down every single thing she writes because you can look back at her notes online. Study groups and SI sessions help in this course! You really DO learn in this class.

She has been one of the best and most influential professors I've ever had!If you work hard you can make an A. It is collage after all! Exams are from notes&hw. It was the hardest course I've ever taken but definitely my favorite. Dr. M knows her stuff, cares and always willing to help, just ASK! Would love to take it again in a heartbeat.

Dr. M-Rivera is awesome. She is very enthusiastic, and not gonna lie, she goes fast! I am fortunate enough to be able to attend SI for this class. Nirvana rocks. She's real purty and super smart and makes this chem stuff much easier than when I see it for the first time in class. I would recommend taking this professor any day. Love her and her SI!

Dr M. Is my favorite chemistry professor at UTSA! I took her for chem 1 & 2 and did well, she post notes online which is very helpful and test questions are from her notes. Take her! If you don't go to class then dont take her end of story.

Nice lady, goes a bit fast though. she knows her stuff. be ready for the homework. took hours to do and the tests are tricky. she really enjoys teaching and know her stuff. i would definitely recommend her.

Managed a B in her class probably bc you only need a 75. Kind of difficult class (chemistry is not my strongest subject). She is a decent professor though, averaged a 75 on all my tests. However I probably would not take her again. There have got to be better professors out there. Overall an average class.

One of the best classes I have taken at UTSA. She actually teaches instead of reading from power points. We did lots of practice problems in class which was really helpful. I would definitely recommend taking her.

I had her for Gen Chem I and I loved it! Sure it was hard, but I actually learned something in that class. If you go to SI and office hours, it's extremely helpful. She's pretty funny and is willing to help you understand anything you didn't get in class. Definitely take her class!

Dr. M is passionate and knowledgeable. Class is mandatory as test questions are based on lecture examples. You can access notes on BBLearn, but still go to class. Seeing her during office hours is difficult since she has so many students. Fair grader, fair tests, prepares you well for ACS final. I'd recommend her to serious science students.

She is such a sweet lady and a very good teacher. Her tests are easy as long as you study the material she taught in class. She puts all of the notes online so you don't have to go to class, but it does help to be there when she explains it.

ONE OF THE BEST PROFESSORS AT UTSA!!! STRONGLY RECOMMEND HER!!! Took Basic Chem and Gen Chem 1 with her... Definitely love her class!!!

It's an annoying class and she assigns lots of projects, but they aren't too difficult. Most of the people that complain are generally just super lazy. she tries hard and wants her students to succeed

She will literally talk for the whole class using one breath. She's passionate about whatever she teaches, but she is a pretty serious and strict person.

Professor Martinez is AMAZING! She is respected by her students and makes a required and tedious class fun and engaging. Attendance is crucial to your grade so if you if have the tendency to skip, you're in trouble. We had maybe 5 assignments due the entire semester and she doesn't give us the usual "busy work" which I greatly appreciated.

Always willing to help you. Super nice, super understanding and super cool. She has a heart which is nice. No one likes the class but we all love her. She is one of those professors you just go "wow she really has a grasp on everything she teaches". Just don't be mean to her and you'll do fine.

The truth. Dr. M is tough. If you don't take advantage of the opportunities she gives by reading your drafts before you turn things for grade (and leave class instead) or the second-chance on the oral presentations you will cry the whole semester. I got my drafts in and presented a second time, I am good. Pay attention and do as she says.

Dr. M. is kind of silly. But, in a good way. I took the class aimed at natural science majors so we did a lot of learning how to gather information. If she assigned a paper she was willing to give you feedback 2 to 3 times before you turned it in for credit. There are a few group projects but as long as you do your share you will get a good grade!

I love Dr. M! She gives really in-depth lectures/notes that help for the assignments she provided. She has a good sense of humor, and she is really caring. This class is easy to pass! Just put in the effort. Easy A.

Mainly group projects. Before any project or essay needs to be submitted, she does offer a chance for feedback. She does offer a few chances for extra credit.