3.5

Margarita Bracamonte

Biology - Houston Community College (all campuses)

3.5
Quality
3.3
Difficulty
69%
Would Retake
108
Reviews
3.5
Quality
3.3
Difficulty
3.6
Helpful
3.5
Clarity

69%

Would Retake

108

Reviews

Rating Distribution
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5

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What Students Say

She gives you all the resources needed to pass this class

AP2302 - 5.0 rating

One thing i love about Prof Bracamonte is she knows Anatomy

BIOL2301 - 4.0 rating
Class Info

Online Classes

100%

Attendance Mandatory

75%

Textbook Required

24%

Grade Predictor

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Predicted Grade

B+

95% confidence
Based on 70 grades
Most common grades:
A (21)
A+ (16)
B (9)
Grade Distribution
A(37)B(10)C(8)D(5)F(1)A-/B+(13)
Based on 79 reported grades
A: 21
A+: 16
B: 9
B+: 9
Common Tags
Clear grading criteria (25)
Get ready to read (24)
Test heavy (17)
Caring (16)
Gives good feedback (13)
Participation matters (11)
Respected (10)
EXTRA CREDIT (10)
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Reviews (108)
3.0
5.0
BIOL2402
Dec 21, 2010

makes student study things that are not on test makes ppl buy the lab book to just use it ones doesnt even check the rest of the labs

3.0
3.0
BIOL2401
Mar 4, 2011

Don't take her class without taking Biology I and II first. Her online quizzes are HARD and it is timed. However, her lecture exams are EASY! (Just memorize the notes). Lastly, her lab exams are medium/hard, but not timed.(Memorize ONLY the lab notes for this). The teacher is nice and does answers questions. Her exams DOES HAVE EXTRA CREDIT!

1.0
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BIOL2401
Jan 23, 2011

Would not recomend.

4.0
3.0
BIOL2401
Mar 11, 2011

This is an amazing teacher, she gives in class notes and all you do is fill-in-blanks. There is no surprise on Lec tests, plus there is extra credits questions. Lab tests are easy. But if you don't read the book and understand concepts in every chapter, you will fail.

5.0
2.0
BIOL2402
Apr 16, 2011

I LOVE professor Bracamonte! She is very clear about what you need to study for exams. She is approachable. Timed online quizzes are departmental so she has little control. I did not think I would love this subject as much as I do. She is an excellent professor and I highly recommend her. You will not be disappointed. And she has great style too!

5.0
2.0
BIOL2401
Jun 11, 2011

Study almost memorize her notes for the test... No need to study the book. That is how to get the A. You need the book for the online quizzes.

2.0
5.0
BIOL2401
Aug 3, 2011

EXAMS ARE EXTREMELY HARD AND TRICKY! she literally put questions on the test that was never cover during lecture or class most of students in her class were confuse and angry that we took her she is a waste of time unfriendly and inexperience. She does NOT care if students in her class pass or Fail almost everyone fail don't take her HORRIBLE!!!

2.0
4.0
BIOL2401
Jul 6, 2011

this professor is hard core. she teaches from her own notes, full of PP. I read to myself. quizzes/tests do not come from book alone. the final was from the dept. and there were things on the final that we had not even touched on! I don't recommend her. She is very sweet however.

5.0
3.0
BIO2402
May 10, 2012

Professor Bracamonte is a very good professor. There are a total of 5 Lecture exams,3 Lab exams, and 12 quizzes ( The two lowest quizzes are dropped) if you study her notes, you should do fine. Take her, you will not regret it.

4.0
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BIOL2402
May 19, 2012

Very Good Professor, She has a good study system, pay attention in class, review her notes, and you will pass. She is bit unorganized, but she is easy to approach and good at explaining. If you take her class just dont take it for granted and make sure you are studying her notes because she can be a bit tricky on her exams.

1.0
5.0
BIOL2401
May 23, 2013

WORST PROFESSOR EVER! her test are hard af! and i am a student that pays attention her notes are nothing like her test and its trick af!

5.0
2.0
2402
Aug 22, 2013

VERY NICE TEACHER AND VERY HELPFUL, REALLY SWEET. WANTS TO SEE YOU PASS. HOWEVER LOTS OF WORK AND STUDYING IS MANDATORY. JUST STUDY NOTES AND YOU WILL MAKE AN A!

2.0
3.0
BIOL1302
Grade: C
Dec 11, 2013

Very confusing teacher, quizes every class at beginning of class speaks very low hard to understand, but nice teacher if you are going to take her make sure you have time to read the book exams are confusing and do not match the powerpoints labs attendence is mandatory curves the dept. final hardly any of the questions on final matched what was ta

4.0
3.0
AP2402
Aug 6, 2014

She's nice, but it definitely shows that she has memorized her own lectures. You cannot ask any questions that does pertain to her lecture b/c she doesn't know. On the other hand, u have to print all her incomplete notes which u will complete in class. Your notes are your key to passing quizzes and exams. Straight to the point. I got out with a B.

1.0
4.0
BIOL2402
Aug 11, 2014

Confusing as hell test are nothing like she teaches told us to read pp said the same questions would come out on the exam BS half the class failed if you take her make sure u already read the book and understand AP 2 that is where most of her questions came from. curves the final counts attendance

5.0
3.0
BIOL2402
Grade: B
Aug 8, 2014

One of the nicest and most helpful teachers I've ever had. She really wants you to pass and she'll help you as much as she can. She DOES answer questions and tries to re-explain things for clarity. But you will not pass this class without putting in a lot of effort.

5.0
2.0
2402
Nov 6, 2014

She has lecture notes that you fill out during her lectures. She posts the power points that she teaches from after her lectures. Come to class and fill out the notes during lecture. She does have specific pages that she wants you to read from the book, read them and you have no problems!

4.0
3.0
2401
Jan 5, 2015

Her test are exactly from the lecture, she makes notes for you to follow along those notes are what helped me the most she is a great teacher.

5.0
1.0
BIOL2420
Grade: A+
Jul 17, 2015

She's outstanding and helpful to all

4.0
3.0
BIOL2401
Grade: A
Sep 23, 2015

Loved Dr. B! Her notes are SO well organized. Just show up to class, fill in the notes, and study them like crazy. Her tests are tough but fair. If you ask her a question, she can't really answer it, but it didn't matter to me, her notes were all the help I needed. You have to come to class and you have to study all of the minute details.

4.0
4.0
BIOL2402
Grade: A+
Nov 5, 2015

I love this teacher. She is helpful, and most importantly her format is clear. She provides outline that are printed via eagle online to fill in notes in class. If you fail, you don't study. Never looked at my book, because one is free online for her class. Labs are easy! Everything she goes over is on test! Allows makeups if you talk to her!

5.0
4.0
BIOL2401
Nov 23, 2015

Prof. Bracamonte is one of the best professors. (Anyone who says otherwise is just lazy). Because her lectures are very thorough and organized. She tells you exactly what you need to know for the exams AND quizzes. I don't even use the book at all because her notes are all I need. She's very helpful and wants you to pass. She's a great professor

4.0
3.0
BIOL2402
Grade: A
Dec 9, 2015

PLEASE TAKE HER. She has the best format, gives plenty of extra credit and reviews except final. She has a little accent, but you'll get over it afterwards. All you have to do is fill in power points in class and study them, and you will get an A. I OFTEN USED YOUTUBE FOR CLARITY AND IT HELPS A TON ALSO. I NEVER LOOKED AT THE BOOK EITHER.

5.0
3.0
BIOL2401
Grade: A
Apr 13, 2016

I LOVED Dr. Bracamonte. I wish I had her for every science class. She gives amazing lectures and does not require purchasing the OVERPRICED text book. Her test are hard but she offers lots of extra credit. You MUST attend class! Gives take home and lots of open book quizzes. I would take her again in a heartbeat. If you do poorly, laziness!!

3.0
5.0
BIO2402
Apr 29, 2016

I would not take this teacher EVER AGAIN. Don't waste your TIME and MONEY on this stupid class. BARELY gives extra credit, so don't even bother asking. The lectures are long and boring, she does not bring excitement into her lectures . The final is nothing like what we discussed in class. I study, but her exams are nothing like the lecture notes.

1.0
5.0
BIO2402
Apr 29, 2016

I would not take this teacher EVER AGAIN. Barely gives extra credit and does not care what grade you will make. Just a waste of money and time.

5.0
3.0
BIOL2401
Grade: A+
May 6, 2016

A&P is not an easy class. Learn and master the concepts from her incomplete notes and you should be ok. Test are hard if you do not study. Don't get the book.

2.0
5.0
BIOL2402
May 16, 2016

DO NOT TAKE HER, unless you've got a knack for anatomy. She only gives extra credit questions for exams which aren't much. The tests do not match up with the lectures. Her lecture's may be clear and thorough but the exams are a different case. She provided NO review for final. I wish I had not taken her.

1.0
5.0
BIO2402
Grade: C
Jul 2, 2016
Wouldn't take again

Do not bother getting textbook, free one provided online. Lectures do my match up with exam much. Basically on your own to read online text as well as lecture notes. No final review provided (11 chapters to study randomly). Hardly any extra credit. Lots of exams and quizzes. MUST be exceptionally great in A&P. BEWARE!

3.0
3.0
BIOL2401
Grade: B
Jul 3, 2016
Would take again

here test are exactly like her notes, she is a great teacher overall

4.0
4.0
BIOL2401
Grade: B+
Jul 10, 2016
Would take again

she is a great professor, and she is very dedicated in what she does. I will definitely take her again for bio

4.0
3.0
BIOL2401
Grade: A+
Jul 11, 2016
Would take again

Excellent Professor, and as long as you study her notes from her PowerPoint presentations you should do fine. If it wasn't for the Biol Department final I could have gotten an A. But it is very possible to get an A. She provides an online book but you don't need it. Good luck! There is no reason why you shouldn't make it out with a B.

3.0
4.0
BIOL2401
Nov 7, 2016
Would take again

Nice professor. Gives a lot of notes based of powerpoint so you have to pay attention and study the notes. A lot of work and fast paced. She does not give much extra credit, only in the exams but it still isn't much. You really have to study on your own for this class and pay attention to her lectures.

Clear grading criteria
TEST HEAVY
LECTURE HEAVY
3.0
5.0
BIOL2401
Nov 30, 2016
Wouldn't take again

Not a bad professor, she knows what she's doing. But it is a hard class to take. A lot of notes, and lecture heavy. She barely gives extra credit, and extra credit is only on exams. Doesn't really help out students.

Tough Grader
Clear grading criteria
TEST HEAVY
1.0
5.0
BIOL2401
Grade: Not sure yet
Nov 29, 2016
Wouldn't take again

Do not take this teacher for any class. She has many fears and does not let you see your tests to see your results. No book to read in paper, just internet link to view info. I do not recommend her.

Tough Grader
5.0
3.0
AP2402
Grade: A+
Dec 7, 2016
Would take again

Everything on the exams and quiz is on the lecture note(you need to print out from EO, sometime she will provide for you) take note, fill the blank, and memorize. Not a very easy class, but you will learn. No much extra credit but several extra questions on the exams. She is willing to help students if you ask questions. Recommend her

Respected
Skip class? You won't pass.
ACCESSIBLE OUTSIDE CLASS
5.0
3.0
BIOL2402
Grade: A+
Dec 11, 2016
Would take again

Margarita is a great professor. If you want an Easy A this is not your class because you have to be willing to put in the effort. Attend her classes, pay attention, take notes and read those notes thoroughly and you will pass. If something is not clear, use the textbook (its free anyway). I would recommend her over and over again!

Clear grading criteria
Amazing lectures
LECTURE HEAVY
5.0
3.0
BIOL2401
Grade: A
Mar 27, 2017
Would take again

The class is tough. If you do the work you will pass.

Gives good feedback
Respected
Get ready to read
5.0
4.0
AP2302
Grade: A+
May 8, 2017
Would take again

Professor Bracamonte is extremely knowledgable, helpful & organized! She gives you all the resources needed to pass this class. She provides powerpoints & a FREE textbook that go along with each chapter handout. Her lecture exams are straight from the handouts as well as her quizzes. For lab she also provides everything, including study guides.

Clear grading criteria
Amazing lectures
Caring
4.0
2.0
BIOL2401
Grade: A
Aug 14, 2017
Would take again

I would love to take her Biol lab again. Professor is a very nice and helpful lady. All the test is coming out straight from the lab handout. Quizzes are almost every week,, they are so easy though. The class is very tough, so if you want to pass with an A then you have to put a lot of effort and study hard before you come to her class.

Participation matters
SO MANY PAPERS
Caring
5.0
4.0
BIOL2401
Jul 12, 2017
Would take again

She is one of the best professors ive ever had

Gives good feedback
Clear grading criteria
GROUP PROJECTS
5.0
3.0
AP1
Dec 7, 2017
Would take again

Not sure of my final grade yet but im hoping to get an A. Its not an easy corse you have to study but she seriously is amazing! She gives you all you need in the notes, the rest is for you to study! I cant recommend her enough. Shes so sweet and understanding. I'll be finishing this semester loving AP!

Gives good feedback
ACCESSIBLE OUTSIDE CLASS
Clear grading criteria
1.0
5.0
BIOL2301
Grade: Not sure yet
Dec 15, 2017
Wouldn't take again

She is not a good teacher, don't take her for any biology class. She is a waste of money and time. She doesn't teach. She gives lecture notes for you to struggle on your own to fill. She doesn't give review or extra credit.

Tough Grader
Tests are tough
LECTURE HEAVY
4.0
3.0
BIOL1322
Grade: A
Dec 19, 2017
Would take again

Just make sure you read the textbook. Pretty straight forward.

Get ready to read
Clear grading criteria
Caring
5.0
2.0
BIOL1322
Apr 10, 2018
Would take again

I took her online, everything is clear on the syllabus and if you have any questions she is easily accessible. Participate in the class discussions, take your quizzes and read the articles provided by her. Study over the power-points and fill out the work sheets provided with it, you'll pass!

Gives good feedback
Participation matters
Clear grading criteria
5.0
3.0
BIOL1322
Grade: C+
May 7, 2018
Would take again

I was very hesitant about taking her because of the reviews. She was actually very pleasant, fair, and does not grade to hard. The tests were very difficult but if you study and read over your power points it was actually doable. Nutrition itself is very interesting so if you are interested in learning, pay attention to what you read.

Get ready to read
Participation matters
LOTS OF HOMEWORK
3.0
3.0
BIOL2301
Grade: B+
May 11, 2018
Would take again

I got a B in her ap1 lecture but only because i should have studied a little more. Her lectures are easy to understand and she's caring. Ap is very challenging but she makes it fun and doable. I'm taking her for ap2 next semester.

Gives good feedback
Respected
Clear grading criteria
4.0
4.0
BIOL2402
Grade: A
Oct 16, 2018
Would take again

Professor Bracamonte is AMAZING. Anatomy is a very difficult subject to learn but she makes it sooo much easier to understand. Her class notes and lectures are straight to the point and if you study that well, then you will do well in her exams. If you won't have time to study outside of class, then you won't pass. Would definitely take again!

Get ready to read
Clear grading criteria
Caring
4.0
3.0
BIOL2401
Nov 8, 2018
Would take again

She is an amazing Professor, She is very explanation and very straight to the point I will definitely take her for Biol 2402

Respected
Inspirational
Amazing lectures
5.0
5.0
BIOL2401
Nov 13, 2018
Would take again

Its an AP class so it will be heavy in lecture and you have to do a lot of self study to achieve an A. Bracamonte is the sweetest prof I ever met. She is good at breaking down things and making it easier to understand. Study the notes carefully and youll pass cuz everything on the notes will be on your exam.

Participation matters
Respected
Caring
1.0
4.0
BIOL1302
Grade: B+
Nov 18, 2018
Wouldn't take again

Took for cleanup degree credit- cheaper at HCC- you get what you pay for: Adjunct Professors. McMillian material, wkly quizzes/4 exams- do not match 100% w/material, insignificant questions v concepts. Discuss. posts inconvenient- post/replies required on different days. Online course is designed for Prof's schedule, not the working student.

Get ready to read
Skip class? You won't pass.
3.0
3.0
BIOL1322
Grade: A+
Nov 20, 2018
Would take again

Im currently taking her once a week for nutrition and the class is hard but you can get an A like me. We have 2 launchpad assignments everyweek+ 2 quizzes+ most times she wants you to complete the notes before class (also a grade). It's alot of work and the test can be difficult BUT if you read the book and the notes she gives you you will do fine.

Get ready to read
Skip class? You won't pass.
LOTS OF HOMEWORK
4.0
1.0
BIOL2301
Grade: A
Nov 26, 2018
Would take again

One thing i love about Prof Bracamonte is she knows Anatomy. At first i was skeptic because of her rating but it turned out to be the best decision. I will advice student taking her class to study her lecture notes, she breaks everything down. Her quiz are on canvas, and exams are so easy than the quiz. Not an easy A but it is possible to get an A.

Get ready to read
LOTS OF HOMEWORK
ACCESSIBLE OUTSIDE CLASS
5.0
3.0
AP2402
Grade: A+
Dec 17, 2018
Would take again

She is amazing! She is actually teach, not just giving a homework and left you struggle. She expect you to learn from class and outside, as it suppose to be. She is one of my favorite professor. You will learn a lot and have all the tools to be succeeded. Very organized and fair. Make sure to put a time to study outside and her ppt; very helpful.

Clear grading criteria
Caring
EXTRA CREDIT
4.0
3.0
BIOL1322
Grade: B+
Jan 6, 2019
Would take again

Ms. Bracamonte is a good teacher. Her lectures are amazing, not too heavy and she will stop to answer you questions and make sure you understood. Her grading cireteria is pretty clear and fair, she drops the lowest grade. She doesnt gives reviews for the exams. Overall is a great teacher.

Clear grading criteria
Amazing lectures
Caring
5.0
3.0
BIOL2401
Grade: A+
Jan 17, 2019
Would take again

Amazing instructor. Extremely organized as far as canvas and her syllabus schedule. Posts grades and responds to emails in a timely manner. Her lectures notes clearly outline the chapters but the book is for further detail. Extremely great professor.

Respected
Clear grading criteria
Amazing lectures
1.0
5.0
BIO2402
Jan 28, 2019
Wouldn't take again

Hardest teacher ever. DON"T take her. This is a great online course it's the teacher. She is hard to reach and don't reply back. No extra credit and lots of reading and quizzes. Test are hard and timed. final exam is in person not on line. After doing all the work and exams barely passed this course.

Tough Grader
Get ready to read
TEST HEAVY
1.0
5.0
NUTRI1322
Grade: Drop/Withdrawal
Jan 30, 2019
Wouldn't take again

Professor Bracamonte is a good teacher however assigns a lot of reading and strictly on time with discussions and such matters. DONT TAKE HER IF YOU LIKE TO DO ON YOUR OWN PACE. Get prepare to read . Second & final test is only at testing centers . . No notes,no ex credit , no dropping lowest grade.

Tough Grader
Get ready to read
LOTS OF HOMEWORK
4.0
3.0
BIOL2301
Grade: A-
Apr 16, 2019
Would take again

She is a very good prof. Test heavy, but she gives you the exact things you need to study. If you study, you should do well! Just focus on lecture notes given. She does have quizzes, but she gives you notice of when they are.

Test heavy
Lecture heavy
Caring
3.0
4.0
BIOL1322
Grade: B+
May 4, 2019
Wouldn't take again

Honest opinion... I walked out of the class with an 89.97% and she couldn't help me curve it. She's serious about assignments, you can find her assignments online. That's it, that's all.

Gives good feedback
Lots of homework
Tough grader
5.0
3.0
BIOL2401
Grade: A
May 6, 2019
Would take again

Shes very nice, great professor. Very hard to fail her class--just study straight off her notes and you will be fine! Enjoyed taking A&P1 with her

Test heavy
Clear grading criteria
EXTRA CREDIT
3.0
4.0
BIOL2401
Grade: Drop/Withdrawal
May 8, 2019
Wouldn't take again

She's a good professor, who decently know's what she is talking about. Test are over a lot of information. Textbook wasn't necessary, she gave the option of a free online one. If you want to pass, you'll have to put in a lot of time and effort into it. Will I take her again? Slight chance to probably not.

Respected
Get ready to read
Test heavy
3.0
3.0
BIOL1302
Grade: A
May 15, 2019
Would take again

If you take this class you need to study alotttt, memorization is not the only thing you should depend on but also understanding. Go to SI if you have the chance it helps so much you wont regret it. All of the packets that she gives you is what will be on the EXAMS 99% of the time. STUDY STUDY STUDY

Test heavy
Lecture heavy
So many papers
5.0
2.0
BIOL2401
Grade: B+
Aug 1, 2019
Would take again

the best

Gives good feedback
Respected
Accessible outside class
1.0
5.0
BIOL1302
Grade: Not sure yet
Sep 10, 2019
Wouldn't take again

She only gives 12 minutes to take her quizzes and 110 mins for the 100 question exam. In my opinion, that is too much pressure which takes away some of the focus during the testing. I'm not sure if she is new to teaching or not but to her dyslexic students, that is not enough time. I'm sorry but I give her an F.

Lots of homework
Get ready to read
Test heavy
1.0
5.0
AP2402
Grade: Drop/Withdrawal
Nov 5, 2019
Wouldn't take again

Worst professor ever. The textbook has no purpose. She doesn't give time for exams or quizzes. I dislike her. Please don't take her

5.0
4.0
AP2402
Grade: A+
Nov 23, 2019
Would take again

Took her for nutrition, AP1 lab and lecture and currently taking her for AP2 lecture. She is a great professor EASY A if you study alot. Her exams and quizzes are straight from her package honestly no textbook needed

Gives good feedback
Lecture heavy
EXTRA CREDIT
5.0
3.0
BIOL1322
Grade: A+
May 13, 2020
Would take again

Thi teacher is so nice. Due to another teacher dumping a huge workload on us last-minute I asked for an extension and she was nice enough to give me another day. She is helpful and honest and was totally clear in her criteria to excel in the class. She's fantastic!

Gives good feedback
Respected
Caring
1.0
5.0
BIOL1322
Grade: C+
May 17, 2020
Wouldn't take again

Study material does not match test! YOU HAVE NO IDEA WAT TO STUDY! FINAL HAD NO QUE FROM ANY TEST! LOCKDOWN BROWSER WAS REQUESTED WITH WEBCAM NOT ENOUGH STUDENTS HAD THAT ABLILITY! LADY WAS DOING WAY TOO MUCH! ONLY 12 MIN FOR QUIZZES! LADY STRESSED ME OUT THE ENTIRE TIME HEADACHE CITY WAS THIS ONE! EXTRA CREDIT SAVED ME!

Participation matters
EXTRA CREDIT
Tough grader
4.0
2.0
BIO2101
Grade: A
Jun 4, 2020
Would take again

Strictly follows the syllabus throughout the semester. All clearly stated.

Participation matters
Clear grading criteria
1.0
4.0
BIOL1302
Grade: Not sure yet
Jul 6, 2020
Wouldn't take again

Test literally does not match book work. Doesn't help out! Due time is at 3 o'clock which doesn't help when you have a Job. Gives out expired links overall has been the worst experience! A camera is required to take exams.

Graded by few things
Test heavy
Tough grader
1.0
5.0
BIOL1322
Grade: Drop/Withdrawal
Jul 11, 2020
Wouldn't take again

Just don't take her in summer. It is not worth it. 5 major tests and four of them are lock down browser. Her time frame for the quizzes and tests will make you break a sweat. Don't do it.

Get ready to read
Tough grader
4.0
4.0
BIOL1322
Grade: B
Jul 13, 2020
Wouldn't take again

Just finished this class for the 5 wks summer. Seriously if you read you will pass. This isn't a wait till till the last minute class she requires alot of work but nothing you can't handle. Webcam is required there's no way around it. Just put forth some reading effort . She responds well to emails. If she was my last option I would take her again

Get ready to read
Clear grading criteria
EXTRA CREDIT
4.0
2.0
BIOL1108
Grade: B
Aug 17, 2020
Would take again

3 Lab Exams, 16 Quizzes, and 16 Lab Reports (some required photos of at home labs or lose credit). Textbook is needed but e-text was available online for free, no access code needed. Teacher replies quick to messages. Deadlines for assignments were weekly but available to do from beginning of course. No late work accepted. Easy class, lots of work.

Accessible outside class
Test heavy
Clear grading criteria
5.0
1.0
BIOL1108
Grade: B
Aug 17, 2020
Would take again

Do your work and you pass. Quizzes and tests are easy if you do the work. Answers are all there, and everything is open book. But its best if you do everything ahead of time because they are timed.

Gives good feedback
Clear grading criteria
3.0
4.0
BIOL2101
Grade: A
Aug 20, 2020
Would take again

Overall, she is fine but all 4 tests were 67% of the grade. Quizzes were simple but if you miss one question, you lose like 2 points from overall grade. Labs were more of a completion grade. Nothing is online. Her powerpoints help a lot. Some exams were like her labs. You will need to have a minimum of 2'Bs and 2'As on them 4 exams to get an A.

Get ready to read
Test heavy
Tough grader
4.0
4.0
BIOL1322
Grade: A
Oct 6, 2020
Would take again

If you're considering taking this class in the summer, be ready to do a *lot* of reading. I only had to contact her once but she was very sweet and quick to respond. Extra credit is very helpful.

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Test heavy
EXTRA CREDIT
2.0
4.0
BIOL2301
Grade: Not sure yet
Oct 31, 2020
Wouldn't take again

Her lecture note is too much. She also gives 11 minutes for a 10 question quiz which is ridiculous to me for an A&P class. Don't take her if you want to have an A. I worked and studied so hard for her class, I am barely near a 90. Take another professor that knows how to teach well.

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Test heavy
Tough grader
1.0
5.0
BIOL1302
Grade: A
Dec 13, 2020
Wouldn't take again

Dr. Bracamonte's course structure is not worth it. Your GPA will be ruined. Her powerpoints aren't helpful at all, all tests are based on the textbook and her grading point system is very difficult to meet. Her tests are like 50 or 100 questions long with the same amount of time as the number of questions there are. 4 exams 16 quizzes and 1 final.

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Graded by few things
Test heavy
4.0
4.0
BIOL2401
Grade: A
Dec 15, 2020
Would take again

Easy once you figure out how to study for her exams. Memorize and fully understand her slides and lecture notes and you will be fine. Her expectations are all in the syllabus so there are no surprises there.

4.0
2.0
BIOL1108
Grade: A-
Mar 10, 2021
Would take again

I Took the online lab for this class, Her class is really easy and extremely fast-paced. There were 16 lab reports, 16 quizzes, and 3 exams no final exam. Just do the guided notes and you'll pass the labs and test. lots of answers on Quizlet for studying. Lockdown browser not required.

Gives good feedback
Lots of homework
Clear grading criteria
4.0
3.0
BIOL1108
Mar 12, 2021
Would take again

Took this lab online. It was so easy! I took the first 8 weeks, so it was a bit fast paced, but SO easy!! Highly recommend taking this professor

2.0
5.0
BIOL2101
Grade: D-
May 14, 2021
Wouldn't take again

This is my second time taking this class and I still didn't do well. All of her exams came from the lab handouts. I couldn't memorize everything to know the right answers to the questions. 7 mins for 5 questions on quizzes. She is nice and she does care about her student's success. LDB + webcam 4 exams in total. 16 lab handouts and 5 quizzes.

5.0
4.0
BIOL1322
Grade: A+
Jul 11, 2021
Would take again

I took BIOL 1322 during Summer Session I and I really enjoyed this class and professor. It is definitely a lot of reading but nothing too bad. We had to complete 18 quizzes (the lowest 2 quiz grades are dropped), 4 exams, 5 assignments, 3 discussions, and a final exam. Exams 2-4 and the final exam require lockdown browser. The extra credit is great

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Test heavy
Clear grading criteria
5.0
1.0
BIOL2101
Grade: A
Nov 3, 2021
Would take again

Professor Bracamonte was an amazing professor. about 65% of the class was exams, but if you study for the exams they are fairly simple. The lab assignments were not as bad as you would think, it is just writing in the lab packet during her lecture and then she checks that it is completed then releases the answer key on canvas. 10/10 Highly recomend

Graded by few things
Clear grading criteria
Amazing lectures
5.0
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BIOL2101
Grade: A+
Dec 8, 2021
Would take again

I personally dislike BIOL, however, Margarita not only made it interesting but easy as well. She creates all materials/handouts for her class, so you're graded based and what she's teaching, which is extremely helpful for it gives you a focus on what to study, and her handouts have methods of memorization that I found integral for the subject.

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Clear grading criteria
Amazing lectures
3.0
4.0
BIOL1108
Grade: B+
Dec 11, 2021
Wouldn't take again

The labs are easy. But the quizzes and tests are nothing like the labs. You really have to teach yourself on certain topics. She is also very strict on deadlines.

Test heavy
1.0
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BIOL1302
Grade: A
Jan 4, 2022
Wouldn't take again

You teach yourself; the only reason I pass this class was because of my previous Bio teacher I had before the lab.

5.0
3.0
BIOL1322
Grade: B
Mar 13, 2022
Would take again

Dr. Bracamonte is very sweet and caring. She responds quickly to e-mails and is always there is you have a question. Also the "Discussion Section" was really helpful because it made us interact with other students and be more interested in the topics we saw in the class.

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5.0
3.0
BIOL2101
Grade: A
May 12, 2022
Would take again

Prof B is great, I wish I took her for lecture as well! Very clear grading criteria, you know exactly what you need to study for lab exams. Grade mainly based on exams and in lab points. Will take her again for A&P2.

Clear grading criteria
Caring
2.0
4.0
BIOL1322
Grade: A
Jun 4, 2022

The only issue I had with her class is that some test questions she puts are nowhere to be found on her notes. I got very lucky with an A because her tests were pretty difficult. She does offer extra credit, and LDB is required. This class takes a lot of studying because there's so much information to memorize

5.0
2.0
BIO2101
Grade: A
Jul 20, 2022
Would take again

Dr.Bracamonte is one of my favorite professor in college. She's kind, caring, and her practice worksheet are amazingly helpful as it prepare you well for her exam. The course's structure is simple and easy to understand. If you do all the work, you should be able to make a high grade in Dr.Bracamonte's Class.

Participation matters
Caring
Accessible outside class
1.0
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BIOL1322
Grade: A-
Oct 11, 2022

I did not mind studying for her class at all, however far too many exam questions seem not related to any assigned material. Very frustrating. I passed A&P 1 with an B, A&P 2 with and A, Microbiology with an A, but Nutrition with an A-. Nutrition should NOT be made that hard!! This was my last semester, and the other class that I had was very EZ.

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Lots of homework
Test heavy
4.0
3.0
BIOL1108
Grade: C+
Dec 12, 2022
Would take again

Get ready to read and take notes. Tests were pretty easy but you do have to study study study. There are quizzes for each chapter and labs you have to do at home. Overall it was a good class and I would take it again.

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Participation matters
Lots of homework
5.0
4.0
BIOL1322
Grade: B-
Dec 13, 2022
Would take again

This teacher is not bad. Just follow her syllabus take good notes, do your homework and quizzes on time. 4 exams, 1 final, drops 3 lowest quizzes. You will pass her class with flying colors. Good luck

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Participation matters
Lots of homework
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1.0
BIOL2402
Grade: B
May 5, 2023
Would take again

She is a great professor, my favorite of the entire semester actually. Her exams are so easy just study the study guide she gives you and you will pass. Having an A in this class is doable and you will also learn a lot from her.

Caring
Graded by few things
Accessible outside class
5.0
2.0
BIO2101
Grade: A+
May 5, 2023
Would take again

Professor Bracamonte was a great professor. She gave a lot extra credits and her test is very similar to the study guides that she gives you. I wish I could take her for every science class. You have to show up for lab for points, but I left early many times cause the course was straightforward.

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Clear grading criteria
1.0
5.0
BIOL1322
Grade: C-
Jul 11, 2023

This was a horrible summer 5-week course. It was a lot of work 4 exams 13 quizzes 4 discussions and a final exam. She requires a Respondus LockDown browser with Wedcam and no open book or notes are allowed. Good luck

So many papers
Test heavy
2.0
3.0
BIOL1322
Grade: C
Dec 6, 2023

I took this class as an 8-week online anytime course. Don't take this online anytime if you struggle to teach yourself. I did everything to study and still did poorly on exams. She does not give study guides and out of 4 chapters with overload of information, you don't know what will be in the test. I do have to say that she is very organized.

Test heavy
4.0
3.0
BIOL2301
Grade: C+
Dec 16, 2023
Would take again

She's a good proffesor, I would take her again.I recommend to STUDY ALOT the lecture chapter packages for the exams. There is 5 exams in total and she gives extra credit questions. Shes really nice and explains things in a fun way.

Test heavy
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NUTRI1322
Grade: B
Aug 26, 2024
Would take again

She the best professor you can ever take i would recommend anybody to her for nutrition she gives you notes to take in class she also give some things to practice on your own time but you will take a exam on lock down browser

Amazing lectures
Gives good feedback
Caring
2.0
4.0
NUTRI1322
Grade: B+
Oct 14, 2024

I took her for the first 8 weeks for nutrition. Of course I expected to have to teach myself but she didn't give us much to work with. The lecture powerpoint's were not thorough and always too small to read. it was more beneficial to read the book and use the chapter note taking guides. Carol treece was more help than she ever was.

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5.0
1.0
BIOL2301
Grade: B
Dec 9, 2024
Would take again

She's an excellent professor. She is very understanding and the exams are exactly what she teaches. She gives us hand outs and extra papers to do on our own for practice. I highly recommend her!

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Amazing lectures
Caring
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BIOL1108
Grade: A-
Mar 8, 2025
Would take again

I took her online anytime for 8 weeks. There was a lot of homework due each week like about 4-6. She does not give reviews for her 3 exams but as long as you know the basics you will do fine. She also gives a extra credit which will be later applied to your exams if you do certain things (discussions, quizzes, etc)

EXTRA CREDIT
Lots of homework
Accessible outside class
5.0
3.0
BIOL1302
Grade: B+
Aug 20, 2025
Would take again

She was a great professor very knowledgeable.

5.0
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BIOL1322
Grade: A+
Dec 11, 2025
Would take again

A very nice professor. She is a very friendly and kind. Had assignments, but were open for over a week. Take her if you can, you won't regret it. Pay attention in class it's a life saver

Lots of homework
Caring
Respected
5.0
2.0
BIOL1322
Grade: A
Dec 15, 2025
Would take again

She is a teacher, she cares about the students and she gives feedback.

Clear grading criteria
Gives good feedback
Caring
5.0
1.0
BIOL1322
Grade: F
Dec 19, 2025
Would take again

Despite my grade, she is actually a good professor. I just needed this class for credit, so if that's you, then don't take her. All the exams are on lockdown, and maybe two are open note. I would recommend this professor for those in health science or something similar. Honestly, just pay attention.

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