The best thing this class has to offer are free lecture notes. Test material comes from her lectures but there's a lot to study and memorize. Unless you're willing to study and memorize, you probably won't pass.

So easy. Honors is easier than regular. Her lab is more fun than the lab everyone else has to go to. I got higher grades on my test when I just read her lecture notes the night before for thirty minutes than spending days on the assigned reading.

She is a great teahcer. I reccomend taking her honors lab class it's fun and educational.

She is a great teacher. She teaches you about more than is in any text book. She knows more about the environment and healthy living than anyone I've ever met. She will give you knowledge that will help you live a happy and healthy life.

Mrs. Polasek is a very intelligent woman. She is able to answer any question her students ask. I really like how she gives us lecture note because then we can focus more on lecture instead of trying to scramble to write everything down. She is a beauti

Nice lady. Passionate about the material. The notes are nice, but not in depth enough for what she tests on. Read the book. The lab stinks. IT's not her fault there's just no time to do all the things she wants you to do and then she'll test you over stuff you didn't see or learn.

Lovely professor. You really learn alot and she lets the class apply to ur life. Read the book and you'll be fine. I love her!

She is very interesting! Teaches a lot about everyday life, making us a lot more aware whats out there. She is passionate about her career, the labs are easy, the notes are great help because you will pay attention to the lectures, the tests are challanging but study the notes and you'll do fine.

Very easy.

Proff. Polasek is a great professor. She enjoys teaching the course. Take the Honors section if you need it, because it is easy. Do the extra credit and get an "A"

A nice woman & a really good teacher. Cares very much about her students. I'd definitely recommend her!

she is the best prof ever. she relates everything to your life, and makes you want to do whatever she says. the notes she gives out are vague, but if you read the book you will easily get an A. take her she is the greatest and very passionate

She is very easy going and her lectures are great. I enjoyed her course, I took her in a 5wk session and her class was very easy pay attention to her lectures, do the vocabularies and you will pass her class. Lab was not easy, but it was not her fault that was just the book, but she was very very helpful. If you do learn one thing is to be more kin

She is a good professor and is really nice. She gives out vocabulary words and short answer essays. She also gives a lab quiz and 3 tests before the final. Overall, you learn a lot about nutrition and about drinking lots of water for our health.

this is the best teacher if you need a science with lab she relates all the material to everyday life and hands out study notes, pay attention to lecture i got a A in the 5 week session, you will become conscience of your health

Get the extra credit points- you may need them. Many of her test questions are ambiguous and confusing. Could be more clear. Very sweet and cares. One thing-the sucky labs are her fault-she WROTE the lab book you silly rabbits!

Have to be honors, Labs are soooo much fun with her and the honors class!

man lets say this, i got a "B" in this class WITHOUT reading the book. thats how good of a teacher she is, also if u pay attention. great teacher. makes class a breeze. pretty cool class. i regret buying the book. nice teacher. just cut her some slack, shes too nice. first lab is with snails

AWESOME professor.. make sure you download and memorize the notes.. and you are guaranteed an A for sure.. she's GREAT!

I took her biology class during the summer. She lectures so well, you actually get what she's talking about. I will definittely take her for microbiology.

microbio is a hard subject with a lot to memorize, but professor polasek makes it easy. If you want a teacher that will not drill you 6 feet below the ground and make you sacrifice 40 hours a week just to get an "A" then polasek is your kind of teacher. And her labs are not long and tedious with tons of redundent information to learn.

lots of hw but from notes.She is very nice if you study notes and homework you will pass. Labs are quick and simple, However the Lab Final is difficult you have to study.

She is a good teacher. Explains well and is willing to help you. If you study, you will pass. She is an easy explainer and does not let you get an F.

You will really "get" microbiology with this wonderful teacher. Her descriptions and stories really help you understand how the world of science works. This course requires study and effort. There is no way around the work. She has challenging lab practicals so you will have to be on your toes. She has a delightful personality! Take her!

Very good teacher. Easy, helpful, fun. Comparing to other Micro teachers, her class is the walk through. You do have to study and do the labs, but tests are easy and labs are fun. Take her and only her. I wish all teachers could be as interesting as her.

The BEST Microbiology Professor at LAVC. Highly recommended.

I learned so much. Very informative. At time can be boring during lecture. She tries to inform you about whats right and wrong. Had a blast in her class. Don't miss out!

Love Mrs Polasek. Her subject is very interesting and hands on. We did so many cool labs that made the time fly. Her tests are not difficult, but I recommend reading over the chapters in the book to get a better understanding. Our class even went on a few field trips that I actually learned and benefitted from. Take her she's the best.

Microbiology is a hard class itself. You cant say it's easy on this teacher and hard on that teacher. Study hard if you want to get an A in this class. And open your eyes when she discusses. Sometimes, it gets boring and too detailed. But overall, I think she was a a good teacher, enough to learn about microbiology.

Nice class

Great teacher! Personable, kind, and fair. She approaches her subject from a cutting edge platform - touch of quantum physics - exposing us to the places where science and spirituality are finally beginning to overlap. What I've learned in her class has changed my life in a very real and immediate way.

She's hot with her hair down! HAHA! Seriously, she's a good teacher, but her lecture usually is at odds with her exams. You have to study really hard, and know every detail of what she's teaching even though she never mentioned it in class.

She is an amazing professor! One of the best in all community colleges. But she is very hard compare to other professors. But you learn a lot. Some people take this class with an easy teacher and they don't know anything. After her class you come out feeling very strong. Although, to get an A on test I din't sleep 3 night before every exam to study

You'd think spending 3 hours in this class would be a bore, but that couldn't be more wrong. Her labs are very fun and educational, and she is extremely kind nd helpful. Her lectures are well-presented, but certain parts don't mesh with the exams. The good outweighs the bad though, and I highly reccomend her.

great teacher very clear about lectures and lab. she gives out her lecture as notes which is very helpful. i barely studied for this class and i got a B. i really recommend her. very helpful teacher.

Nice professor! No homework, tests are easy if you read the book. 100 multiple choice questions. Lectures on powerpoint, you will learn a lot about the environment and your body. Easy extra credit available. Take her!!

subject is interesting. Class is very hard if you want to pass this class you must come to all classes. Buy her notes from book store and read chapter summeries for test. Second test is the hardest so study well. You can have fun in this class but it takes up a lot of your time.She offers extra credit as well.

She is a very good professor,and always tries to help but you have to pay attention to the lectures, do the study guides, and study the book a lot to get a good grade. Her class is definitely not for the lazy, don't expect an easy A.

an A is do-able, but it's hard work. the concepts are easy to get but it's just a lot of information you need to know for the test. she's not THAT nice but not really mean either. lectures are boring but labs are fun.

Mrs. Polasek is nice and enjoyable, but a hard teacher. She teaches plenty per test. If you do not study you will not pass. A lot to learn, but very interesting.

she is very sweet! her tests are eas, its most of the above and true. i would recommend her to anybody.

Pro. Polasek is the sweetest teacher, and is very good at what she does. You pay to learn about biology and she gives you your moneys worth. This is college people, you are their to learn, and she gives you what you come for. Shes a caring teacher, which is not required of her job, but she offers any assistance above and beyond. She is wonderful.

Professor Polasek is a great teacher, she knows how to make class interesting and helpful. The tests are challenging but she gives a lot of extra credit and labs are fun. A good class, if you study and do all the homework you can get a good grade.

I love this professor. Former Bruin, and someone who has actually worked in the field. She is amazing. Tests are not easy, but not difficult. I listened to lectures, took notes and got an A!! an A is possible. in our class only 4 or 5 others got an A; study and you will do great.

Professor Polasek is hands down a great teach and enjoyed my time being there. Grading is based mostly on the 4 tests she gives through out the semester and various labs. As long as you follow the reading you should be fine.

By far one of the best professors I've had. Yes she reads from the slides but she gives a lot of great examples to back up what she is talking about. She teaches in a way that isn't complicated to understand. She doesn't try to trick you in her exams. As long as you study her notes and read the chapters you'll be fine.

She is very clear on what she wants. She will tell you which material you need to pay more attention and which is not. She respects her students and treats students professionally I would say. She gives extra credit on the exams. Micro is not an easy class, yet it is doable you just need to study.

She is kind!

A few semesters later, I still am very thankful I went into her class. She is a very lovable teacher and great human being. Biology was very intersting because of her class - everything else is all about your effort. Thanks professor!

This lady is so nice. The course itself is easy. If you have any question, she will be so happy to answer. She is organized, and everything in the test comes from the lecture notes HW. Not only that but the HW she assigns is extra credit. You study that and i guarantee that you will pass the course. There are no essays. Just one group project.

Professor Polasek is nice and easy. she works well with students to pass. However, Bio 3 is not a class you can combine with another demanding one. You have to study hard to get good grade. I almost dropped but she encouraged me to persevere. I am grateful I took her class. You will get easy A if you are ready to put in your effort. Take her!

SHE IS SO NICE AND ACCOMMODATING. STUDY HARD, EASY A. TAKE HER

Biology is hard but l recommend this professor because she will work with you to pass. Very caring. No regret. I recommend

Altho I had to repeat a Bio class to fulfill the Bio Lab, I think I may have learnt way more here then my old class. Gives extra credit questions in all tests & study guideHW is 5% extra credit also. For tests:Take notes from lecture, Textbook is needed to help with studying as diagrams will be on tests. She reminds u how impo the env is :)

A very good professor, if you love biology and science you want to take her class !

The subject is really hard and it's a lot of information to learn but she's a really good teacher and she has a lot of experience in the field. Gives extra credit and study guides for her exams. You must study to pass.

If you go to class, do all the assignments you should be fine. She gives lab assignments and quizzes, she gives a lot of extra credit, 4 tests. The first two were hard, make sure you listen to her lectures, read the book, look at the study guide, and do the homework.

I AM GIVING YOU MY HONEST ADVICE. I TOOK POLASEK FOR BIO 3 AND MICRO 20. SHE IS A GOOD PROFESSOR THAT IS READY TO WORK WITH YOU. NOTE THIS, SCIENCE CLASSES ARE HARD. YOU HAVE TO PUT IN YOUR BEST. TEXT BOOK IS A MUST. SHE GIVES EXTRA CREDITS. DON'T SLACK OFF ON YOUR LABS, THEY WILL BOOST YOUR GRADE. ASK HER ANY UNCLEAR QUESTIONS, I RECOMMEND HER!

Awesome teacher but you must be ready to read

Loved this course. Great lectures. Professor always provided examples from her experience in the field which made the material easier to remember. Lab is interesting! Go to the SCIENCE LAB!!!! Do your extra activities and you will have EXACTLY what you need for Lab practicals! She is great. I showed up, busted my ass and got an "A". Not impossible.

Honestly Speaking, she is so passionate about her job! Super nice lady but you need to make sure you're in class. Don't be afraid to ask questions because she will help you. Make sure to do homework and take notes! They help A LOT! Lectures are long but if you get her print outs, they ease note taking!

Pretty easy course. Just read the book and you'll do fine. Make sure you attend all the exams! She is a really nice teacher and Biology was interesting.

I loved her class for my 1st year. It is an easy course if you study, read, and do the work. Her exams are around 50 questions+E.C pts and her final is 100 questions+E.C. Beware of pop quizzes easy tho and make sure you do the hw and study guide they will help your grade a lot! Very kind and helpful teacher!

This professor deserves an award and recognition for going above and beyond her requirements to educate her students. She teaches biology in a way that relates to our lives and wellness. Her lessons and knowledge on PH, nutrition, and water are so valuable. I've seen everything she taught proven to be legit and life changing. TAKE HER CLASS!

Micro is tough. I wish her study guides were a bit clearer. They are composed of incomplete, truncated abstract thoughts. That said, she's pretty caring. The class is easy to pass, but I found it hard to do well in. Do the EC HW. It's worth 5% of your test grade. The lectures were interesting with her lab experiences. She's a good person.

TLDR: gives extra credit, read the book, print the notes, not too difficult The subject is hard, not the teacher. Print the notes and follow them in class, she goes through it quickly. Those who complained, didnt. Gives extra credit HW that helps you study. Test questions from the lecture and book. I plan on taking her microbiology class

I took her for Micro. As with all science classes, it is detailed and heavy. Nothing is easy when it comes to science!!! If you go into any class with a self-entitled mentality, you're gonna do poorly. She answers any questions. She gives out EC and the HW's are worth points added on to the tests as well!! In life, you gotta work smart!

Professor is informative when it comes to lecture. Make sure to read chapter before attending class. She gives bonus points during lecture if you answer correctly. EXTRA CREDIT points available with homework and lecture. It is not an easy subject overall but her lectures are good.

Professor Polasek is an amazing teacher. She is knowledgeable about the subject and through her experience she is able to relate topics to scenarios she had experienced in her career. Her notes and book are a must to do well in the class. Make sure you use lab time wisely to address any issues you may encounter. She cares about her students.

Her power points are solid study guides for the exams(6 total). The lab exams were harder than the lecture exams in my opinion (2 lab exams) she gives a lot of real life examples to relate to the material. Shes a little intimidating but cares about her students doing well. Do the extra credit! It was the deciding factor that gave me the A

It was overall a good class, her stories about the field made it a bit interesting, we had 5 lecture tests and 2 lab ones, the lab exams were way harder than the lecture ones so beware of that, you don't have to buy the book if you dont want to,I think you will do just fine by simply studying from the slides she provides, you also have 2 projects.

Her tests are not hard, specially because she gives extra credit points. You have 6 tests and each time you turn in a 5-6 page homework(easy) to get a 5% extra credit. Also, you have 2 projects which make up 5% of your total grade. As long as you do the projects( memo and pamphlet) you get full credit100/100. Put in some efforts and A is guarantied

She is a kind person and if you didnt receive the grade you wanted it doesnt mean the professor is mean. She has a good and welcoming attitude you can easily talk to her. I would recommend reading the book if you want an A. But the book itself is very easy and understandable. For the best results go over her slides and read the book,too.

Had to go from live class to online bc of COVID-19. She's really sweet, but it's impossible to fall asleep in her class. Online, she pre-records her lectures & posts everything you need to complete labs. Powerpoints on their own make no sense, which is why you have to listen closely & take really good notes.

Shes a rare gem, she makes microbiology seem like First grade math. Shes good at what she does, her labs are easy, follow instructions and youll get 100% in labs. Her exams are exactly what she teaches in class. You get extra credits from homeworks. If youre taking microbiology, shes the one!

She made me love and appreciate Microbiology. It was ashamed we had to switch to online because labs were interesting but I still learned a lot. Her pre-recorded lectures are a bit heavy but she elaborates on certain concepts rather than having you read the slides. Shes sweet and understanding. I liked doing the Memo and Pamphlet project!

I actually enjoyed this class, if you aren't someone to ask questions. This isn't your course, she knows when she makes mistakes, if not let her know. As a person she's very sweet. zoom is necessary and a program so you don't cheat. Don't skip class her lectures are very informative. I didn't finish cause I didn't need the course to transfer.