3.8

Maria Arbona

Psychology - Palm Beach State College (all campuses)

3.8
Quality
3.2
Difficulty
78%
Would Retake
154
Reviews
3.8
Quality
3.2
Difficulty
3.8
Helpful
3.9
Clarity

78%

Would Retake

154

Reviews

Rating Distribution
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What Students Say

Dr Arbona doesn't help you or explain the test context She is the worse teacher I've ever had in my life

PSY2012 - 1.0 rating

She has a Spanish accent so beware of that

PHY2012 - 3.0 rating
Class Info

Online Classes

100%

Attendance Mandatory

100%

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Tough Grader (3)
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SLS1501

5.0

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SCP1016

5.0

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SLS

5.0

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ORIENTATION

5.0

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PSC2012

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CLPHUS

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DEPDEP2

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Reviews (154)
5.0
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SLS1501
May 16, 2004

She was really nice and very funny. Class was unbelieveably easy. Trust me she is a good one to have.

5.0
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SLS1501
Nov 14, 2004

No Comments

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3.0
STRATEGIES
Nov 18, 2004

I do not recommend this teacher to anybody she is not helpful or clear with any of her work.

5.0
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SLS1501
Nov 25, 2004

great teacher. love her teaching style. would take her again anyday. hope to take her for psych. she seems to really know her stuff and i have learned so much in this class! highly recommend her.

4.0
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PSY2012
Jan 6, 2005

she is a very interesting professor. just do your work and you'll great.

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PHY
Mar 14, 2005

PHD elitist...

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STRATEGIES
Apr 8, 2005

No Comments

3.0
3.0
PSY2012
Apr 13, 2005

she is weird and she deducts for anything in the class, being late 6 points, absent 30 pts, phone ringing 15pts, so GOOD LUCK!!!!

1.0
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PHY
May 6, 2005

Not good teacher, she trat you lik eyou are in the military

5.0
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SCP1016
Jun 7, 2005

i loved her! i think she was a great influence and was an awsome teacher.

3.0
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PSY2023
Jul 13, 2005

She is a wackjob, she wierd. see for your self

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SLS1501
Aug 2, 2005

It was a pleasure to take this class with her. She makes the subject easy to understand and gives so much work that gets you in the habit of studying hard preparing you for the future classes. She really helped me be a better student.

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SLS
Aug 22, 2005

Dr. Arbona was very helpfull she gives you alot of homework but she helps you be organized and prepared. as a first time student and seeking the same major she was a great inspiration for me and made me believe that it is possible to continue school and not let anything interfear with my studies even though i am a single mother of three.

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1101
Oct 3, 2005

Doesnt like hearing opinions from others or answering questions.

3.0
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GENPSYCH
Oct 12, 2005

Tons of experience in the field of psychology and teaches well if you can keep up with her pace. She goes very fast and then gets upset if you stop taking notes. My notes for this class are completely unfinished. Bring a tape recorder!

3.0
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PSY2012
Nov 6, 2005

Takes the class way too seriously. Way too hard to be an elective, constantly giving homework, no leyway on turning assignments late, not even after the hurricane.

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PSYCHOLOGY
Nov 9, 2005

I think that she is a very good teacher, sometimes her english isn't perfect but you can still understand her. If you study for her tests with the book and study guide you don't even have to pay attention but her lectures are intresting and she uses plenty of examples to make the book easier to understand

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PSY2012
Grade: B
Nov 9, 2005

She's is the best teacher ever!!! I love her class, even though she's tough she helps you be more organized and motivates the class w/ interesting sujects due to her educated and professional experience. You should take her if you really want to learn about ANYTHING!!!

5.0
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SLS1501
Nov 14, 2005

although she gives class assigment and homework she is a very good professor. Take her class if you want to learn anything because she knows how to explain things, and she also helps you out. You will also become more organized and independent, so take her. She is honestly awesome!!!!!

5.0
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SLS1501
Nov 16, 2005

Arbona is a very helpful professor, she is fun and her class is very good if you want to learn anything. I didn't know anything about college before I took her class. If you are lazy, she will straighten you out. So, take her class, you will learn and be successful.

2.0
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PSY
Dec 9, 2005

whatever you do dont take this class. YOu will not understand what she is saying. She does not no what she is talking about. ALso she is not open minded. "she is always right" ****!!!

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PSY2012
Dec 12, 2005

Dr. Arbona was a very good teacher. She did not give as much work as the other comments said and she does know what she is talking about. She does have a language barrier but after a few classes that will disapear and you will understand her. She is a very nice teacher to take and I would take her again for another class.

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PSY2012
Dec 18, 2005

She knows what she's talking about. The others are mad b/c passing requires READING and they're too lazy to do it. The only assignments are online quizes, handouts are done in class, and two writing assignments. Test don't seem so bad if you study the online quizes and read most of the chapters. I hater her at first, but i'd take her again!

4.0
3.0
SLS1501PSY2012
Dec 20, 2005

Dr. Arbona is from the caribbean like I am, so I understand her perfectly. She teaches very well, and it shows through her extensive knowledge and experience in psychology as a clinical pyschologist and a College professor. I got an A in SLS 1501 and a C in PSY2012 (my fault, not hers). To ensure an A, do the online quizzes and study for the tests!

2.0
2.0
PSY2010
Jan 2, 2006

Take this class if you want lots of unsolicited advice. This is basically group therapy that you get graded on. Many of the multiple-chioce test questions were disputed by class members due to lack of clarity (language barrier?). Nothing agaist her personally; she's as sweet as they come, but I found the overall tone of the class inappropriate.

5.0
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PSY2012
Jan 5, 2006

she is a straight to the point professor. she is from puerto rico and has a strong accent but she is great she knows what she is talking about. you will definetely learn in her classroom

1.0
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PSC2012
Jan 9, 2006

No Comments

5.0
3.0
PSY2012
Apr 6, 2006

great teacher. you must like straight to the point though. she does not fool around. if you read the chapters and study a little bit, youll do just fine

5.0
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ORIENTATION
Apr 19, 2006

Very good but very straight forward. Likes her students to be on time and to be very respectful.Highly recommended. As long as you read the material and do your work, you'll be fine.

5.0
1.0
PSY2012
May 4, 2006

Most students dislike her call for order in the classroom and lable her a bad teacher. The true is she is just trying to her students become the best human beings that we can be. As for her tests, read the book, do her study guides, listen to her lectures and study. If you do that you'll do just fine.

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CLP2001
May 13, 2006

SHE IS A HARD TEACHER, BUT IF YOU DO WAHT YOUR TOLD SHE WILL GOOD GIVE YOU THE GRADE YOU DESERVE

5.0
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PSY2012
Aug 24, 2006

awsome teacher, she explains a lot and before the test she always does a complete review,if you pay attention you'll get an A. she is very helpful, and te quizzes are easy and she gives you more than one oportunity to take them, and the test are not that easy but if you pay attention to the quizzes and the review you'll do great. Highly recommend i

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PSY2012
May 7, 2007

She is a very nice person, very helpfull and a lot of fun quizes are easy and you can use your notes i will strongly recomend that you buy the CD in the book for quizes the final super easy if you study from the study guide book. She is very energetic and help you see the world differently. She is the BEST!!!!!!!

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PHY2012
May 8, 2007

Professor Arbona is a great professor for students that want to be psycologists. She is a prefessional that works in the field, and gives great insight. With that said, if you don't want to be a psycologist take an easier professor, she makes it way harder than the BS class that its supposed to be.

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PSY2012
May 10, 2007

Dr. Arbona is a wonderful teacher. She knows so much useful information about the psychology field. I learned a great deal from her and really enjoyed her enthusiasm. The tests are not very difficult given you study! She is fast paced so you gotta keep on your toes but you won't regret taking her.

5.0
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PSY2012
Aug 6, 2007

I took her over the summer she is very fast paced and will keep you the ENTIRE class. She wants you to get an A so she gives our extra credit to your tests and drops you lowest test grade. She really knows her stuff so just take all the notes and you will pass her class with ease.

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PSY2012
Aug 19, 2007

she is a wonderful person, very smart and helpful, the only bad thing is if you dont study, do your work, or attend class you WILL fail, you really have to give the class everything you have. but other then that she is very helpful, and attentive. i would take her again.

5.0
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PSY2012
Oct 25, 2007

She is an excellent professional, and a very good professor, but she is also a very hard, and very strict. You better do exactly what she says. Her class is interesting but the tests are hard, you have to read A LOT. I would not take her again.

5.0
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PSY2012
Nov 12, 2007

She is a wonderful teacher! she is understanding when you dont show up for a class, but have a good excuse! she is very bright and knows a lot, study and you should be okay, the test are kinda hard, but if you study and attend every class you should be fine! she also teaches you things that you will know for the rest of your life! very helpful!

3.0
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PSY2012
Nov 13, 2007

Very hard teacher. She knows her stuff, is really smart & good at what she does. Just expects way too much out of her students. Shes also hard to understand, very strong accent. I honestly woulnt reccoment her to anyone. Unless you are completley up for the challenge & enjoy studying like crazy!

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PSY2012
Dec 6, 2007

She is SO smart.I've learned so much from her.Even if you don't pass you'll learn a lot. Study like crazy. You HAVE to read the chapters or you wont pass. Do ALL extra credit in case you miss a quiz. All tests & quizes are ONLINE. There is only one paper! She's strict & challenging. I want to take CLP2001-Personality Development, with her.

4.0
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PSY2012
Dec 7, 2007

knows a lot about psychology-she is a psychologist. interesting class. sometimes said someone was wrong when she asked our opinions on a topic. did not like that. all quizzes and tests online. ask questions and give comments bc chunk of grade is participation. pretty big gordon rule paper.

3.0
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PSY2012
Dec 8, 2007

She has 3 jobs, dont know why she teaches. She doesnt have time for her students. All her tests and quizes are online, so you do not know what you got wrong to improve. Take her if you like reading,because the only way you will pass is reading the textbook.

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CLP2001
Dec 14, 2007

Personality Development and Adjustment with her was a wonderful experience! The class is not easy, and is not the best choice for people with poor attendance. However, if you are willing to put in the effort (reading the chapters, doing the homework, participating) then I highly recommend taking her class. I have learned so much from her!

5.0
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PSYC1000
Dec 14, 2007

I took her intro to Psyc course and found it to be fairly easy. However, you have to do the reading or else you will fail this class. Studying is a must, her tests are comprehensive but not difficult. Just follow her guidlines on the paper and you should do fine. You will learn alot and you will find yourself better prepared for "real" college.

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PSY2012
Apr 14, 2008

It's worth taking her class because she actually applies the material to your life. This is not an "easy A," but it's definitely worth taking! READ the material, PARTICIPATE in class, and STUDY, and you'll come out fine.

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PSY2012
Apr 30, 2008

Loved this class. You have to work for your grade, so if you're not used to studying don't take her. I loved her! Excellent teacher, really knows what she's talking about. Very helpful. A great class to take!

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CLP2001
May 5, 2008

do not take her online classes. its so impersonal and difficult. she doesnt take the time to make the class worthwhile. READ THE TEXTBOOK and do all assignments WELL. very judging personality for a personality teacher.

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PSY2012
Jul 19, 2008

You have to study in this class. There is no way that you'll pass if you don't take it seriously. Having said that, Dr. Arbona is a wonderful professor. She does have strict rules and will deduct points for being late, interrupting the class with a ringing cell phone, sleeping, etc... As long as you avoid these problems and study you'll be fine.

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PSY2012
Aug 7, 2008

very good teacher, u will pass this is class if u go to class on time and everytime ATTENDANCE and PARTICIPATION is huge.Otherwise if u study a little and skim thru the chapters youll do good. If u want to get an A u really have to read the chapters because she gives questions on the test bthat you would only know from readin the book. Overall grea

2.0
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PSY2012
Aug 8, 2008

Dr Arbona is extremely high of her self and her PHD degree. She will let the class know that. She knows her stuff and teaches the class but her notes have nothing to do with the exam. You have to read the text and study hard & she will not help you with the class. BE Ready!

2.0
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CLP2001
Oct 16, 2008

DO NOT take this class online! The notes have nothing to do with the exam, and although it's open book don't be fooled, it's very difficult and she doesn't help you at all. She doesn't help or give advice if your doing poor on a certain area, she just gives you your grade and calls it a day. I don't recommend her at all & I don't find her helpful!!

2.0
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CLP2001
Oct 16, 2008

Don't take her online, she's useless when it comes to needing help. The online notes help with absolutely nothing when it comes to taking her exams. She critiques and judges chapter topics and doesn't help you improve she just judges, grades and calls it a day. Do NOT take her!!

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PSY2012
Oct 30, 2008

Has a heavy accent, can be hard and annoying to understand. Takes points off if you are late or absent. She is super busy with her own life and dosen't care to help you. All her test and quizzes are online, which was cool because you could google the answers.In class all she does is powerpoints. I wouldn't recommend her at all.

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HUS2308
Dec 17, 2008

Sincere, genuine person. Wants you to do well, and all she asks for is respect. Do the work, study hard- you will get an A

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PSY2012
Dec 17, 2008

I loved Dr. Arbona! You do have to do work for this class. Anyone who says they can't understand her wasn't paying attention. If you have a problem she is more than willing to see you at her office. I enjoyed her class alot. She takes attendance and you do have to understand the subject to pass her tests. Don't take her if you don't want to work.

3.0
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PSY2012
Dec 18, 2008

Dr Arbona def knows what she is talking about. But is hudge on attendence! All test are online but you better study to find the answers! She can seem a little mean at first but deep down she does help you.

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DEP2004
Feb 17, 2009

THE BEST PROFESSOR AT PBCC LAKE WORTH!!! WONDERFUL TEACHER! MADE ME WANT TO SWITCH MY MOJOR TO PSYCHOLOGY!! THE BEST!!!!

5.0
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PHY1121
May 1, 2009

Whom ever says anything but good about this professore is someone who does not have any selfjugement. She is fair to everyone. She help like she is suppose to. She gives extra credit homework,offer SI session and see you in her office if you need it. I don't see what else she could do for a student. I would tell anyone to take class with her.

3.0
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CLP2001
May 5, 2009

Im a reasonable person who is speaking the truth I took her class online and there was no extra credit offered, she told us not to ask4 extra credit. She requires lots of book work, and will be required to take a quiz on line each week afeter reading 2 chapters per week. She grades very harshly so dont leave out any details on your homework topics.

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PSY1201
May 8, 2009

very driven,great energy, and interesting

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DEP2004
May 9, 2009

Dr. Arbona is ok. I took her class w/blackboard component and I aced her class. If you read the chapters in the book, you cant go wrong. People who are not passing are not even opening the book in my opinion, she gives tests from a database based on the book you have to read (wow) to know the answers. Overall she was good. I passed with an A.

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PSY2012
Jul 9, 2009

great psych teacher! shes got alot of energy i dont think i was capable of falling asleep in her class ever i took her class for summer A tests were annnoying but if u READ THE BOOK YOU WILL PASS THE CLASS!

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DEP2004
Nov 4, 2009

Very professional and let you know right from the beginning what is expected. You will not be bored in this class. Uses blackboard component.

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PSY2012
Nov 10, 2009

Dr. Arbona is very nice, playful, witty, and can be really funny at times. She is EXTREMELY strict on attendance and getting to class ON TIME. Don't be more than 5 mins late or you'll be marked. Other than that her class has been pretty easy. All tests and quizzes online and can each be taken twice. Lowest grade is dropped. She knows her stuff!

5.0
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PSYCDEV
Nov 30, 2009

Dr. Arbona is a well accomplished professor that knows stuff. Very opinionated at times, but fun. Great personality. Class participation makes this class much more interesting, keep that in mind. To pass the class...take notes, read the book and do the practice quizes. DO NOT, I repeat, DO NOT DISRESPECT HER TIME BY BEING LATE! there are consequen

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DEP2004
Dec 14, 2009

Dr.Arbona is a phenomenal professor. She encourages class participation and never lets her lectures get boring. She requires effort and a good study ethic. It's not an easy A at all, but you'll learn a lot. I'm a nursing student and taking her has given me an interest in psychology now, too.

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DEP2004
Apr 13, 2010

Dr Arbona is extremely high of her self and her PHD degree. She will let the class know that. She knows her stuff and teaches the class but her notes have nothing to do with the exam only in the quizes. You have to read the text and study very hard & she will not help you with the class,I have to withdrawal her class before I got a big F. BE READY!

4.0
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DEP2004
May 25, 2010

SHE IS NICE AND FUNNY HER CLASS IS INTERESTING. SHE DOES TAKE UP EVERY MIN SHE HAS THE ONLY THING I CAN SAY IS HER TESTS HAVE VERY LITTLE TO DO WHAT WE LEARNED ABOUT OTHER THEN THAT SHES COOL :)

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PSY2012
Aug 24, 2010

She's a strict professor. However, if you show up and do your work she can be a lot of fun. She made psychology very interesting and there was a lot of activities for the entire class. She's not one to really lecture all of her students, 80% of the class was class discussions. The only difficult part were the research papers but she helps a lot.

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PSY2012
Nov 4, 2010

take ANY class with this professor!!! she has her Psy.D in psychology and is EXTREMELY knowledgeable. whoever says her class is hard, is LAZY. as long as you READ THE TEXTBOOK, ATTEND class you will do fine. quizzes are EASY, no reason not to get a 100 on ALL of them. she takes off points for being late!

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DEP2004
Dec 19, 2010

Had her for Human Growth and Development. Know this: She is strict about attendance. You get points deducted for each absence and if you are late, and any more than four absences and she can and will boot you out. Know the text book. Her classes are little more than slide shows of what are in the textbook. Study the on-line quizzes and tests.

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PSY200
Mar 29, 2011

Extremely knowledgeable - incredible professor. I've taken Dr. Arbona for General Psychology, Human Growth and Development and will take her for Personality next semester (Fall, 2011). Don't bother taking her classes if you're not willing to be in class, read her material and participate when requested. Do take her classes if you want quality.

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PSY2012
May 7, 2011

Arbona has years as a professional clinician, therefore she expects a level of professionalism when it comes to attending her class. She WILL drop you for excessive absenses. Strict, yet show up and you realize how sassy/hilarious she is. Take her - I hear frequent complaints from students who chose otherwise.

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PSY2012
May 16, 2011

This professor literally changed my view on life. Not only was this class helpful toward my major, but life in general. You have to show up. You have to do the work. Suck it up and do it. Trust me: It will be totally worth it in the end. I plan on taking as many classes as I can with this professor.

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PSYCH2
Jun 17, 2011

Simply best professor I ever had at PBSC.. SHe is awesome at what she does and really knows her stuff.. Take her if you want to see the world in a new light

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PSY2012
Jul 11, 2011

Dr.Arbona is simply exquisite! She is a phenomenol professor and her passion for people and psychology in general is just amazing! If you want an interesting view on life/society/the world, take her class.If you are well organized,take her class.If you are punctual,take her class.If you enjoy reading, t ake her class. Otherwise, please refrain.

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CLPHUS
Jul 21, 2011

Dr. Arbona is one of the best professors I've ever had. She is tough, but fair. I had to work very hard to get an A, but I learned so much from her that it was worth the work. Would love to take another class with her. Very sensitive and funny.

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DEPDEP2
Nov 2, 2011

SHE IS VERY VERY HARD TEACHER, SHE KNOWS HER STUFF TO A T!!! BUT SHE TEACHES HER HUMAN GROWTH CLASSES LIKE WE ARE AT YALE OR HARVARD! SHE GIVES NOTES THAT SHE SAYS HELPS WITH THE TESTS BUT THEY DONT ONLY THE QUIZZES, SHE GIVES NO SLACKS!! NO EXTRA CREDIT NO NOTHING! SHE WORDS ALL HER TEST SO CONFUSING!

4.0
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PSYCH2012
Dec 7, 2011

She is a very strict professor but with good reason. She is very professional and expects her students to be too. I loved her class. Very informative and made me want to take more classes with her just to learn. She is very knowledgeable.

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PSY2012
Dec 16, 2011

Professor is a seasoned professional PhD Clinical psychologist. She has a bit of a superiority air, but puts all her cards on the table from day one. She tells you exactly what is expected and what the consequences are. I highly recommend her to dedicated students. Slackers beware.

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PSY2012
Jan 20, 2012

Read your book and she will explain it on class. Test is not easy, understand your chapter = read read, you will do fine. Good lecture and interested. Learn alots after take her.

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DEP2004
May 2, 2012

One of the best professors on campus, Professor Arbona clearly explains the course material effectively and I have learned so much about myself and others through this course.

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DEP204
May 6, 2012

This Professor was the worst I ever had! Very disrespectful to her students and will load you up with work. She mention in class that she will not give an "A" to those who are looking for an "A"...because it is unrealistic...that is why I withdraw her class!

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PSY2012
Jun 18, 2012

This class is NOT for lazy students or those who are not mature and serious about their education. Dr. Arbona is incredibly interesting and knowledgable on the subject matter but she is not an easy A. YOu will have to work. . Her expectations are set from the beginning and she follows them. She also returns assignments quickly. University Level!!

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DEP2004
Aug 9, 2012

The worse Professor I ever had!The test are scrambled in her own wording. She is very strict about everything...don't take her, I am warning you!

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PSY2012
Dec 11, 2012

Dr.Arbona is amazing she makes her plan for the course clear the first day you enter the classroom. She knows all about what she is teaching and is there to teach you exactly what you need to know when you finish. I recommend her if you are mature and can handle lots of responsibility and wnjoy psychology!

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PSYCH1427
Dec 16, 2012

She tells you what you need to do in order do well in the class. She is tough; if you do what she asks of you'll do a good job.

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DEP2004
Dec 19, 2012

her class is not an easy A. she is a great professor! if you put effort and time into the class, you will get an A. If you put minimum effort but attend class, you will get a C like I did. she's an intelligent woman and very determined. very clear on what she expects from you from day 1. I will be taking her for another course next semester.

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PSY2012
Jan 7, 2013

Dr. Arbona is straight to the point, is more then willing to answer questions if she has the time, and is very clear in what she expects. Respect her and the class, care about what your doing, and study. Coursemate helps so much so take advantage of it!! I am taking her for the second time and she is consistant in her ways.

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DEP2004
Apr 18, 2013

Dr. Arbona is a no nonsense kind of teacher. Just do what you are told and you will be fine. Go to SI Sessions.If you are a mature and disciplined kind of person you will do very well. She does have a temper and she will show it if she has to, but don't let that fool you. She is a very nice person.

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DEP2004
Apr 25, 2013

Very knowledgeable in the field. She is a bit "old school" in her teaching style, so raise your hand when you want to say something. Do what she asks and you will be fine. Go to SI it really helps. Don't procrastinate with MVC project. Prepare to discuss some tough subjects like death. It will be depressing, but you will learn a lot. Good Luck!

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PSY2012
Jun 21, 2013

Amazing teacher. Take her class. She isn't easy but if you put time and effort in you will pass.

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PSY
Sep 19, 2013

I am a sophomore...there is much better Professor than her...I don't know what the other people are talking about by saying she's a good professor...probably new students freshly coming out from boot camp!

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DEP2004
Oct 20, 2013

Dr. Arbona is a no nonsense teacher. She doesn't put up with slackers or those that don't want to learn. If you do not get an A you are not trying very hard. She gives you an extra 10 points on each test if you go to 3 SI session plus there is an extra 10 pts. on the test to start with. It's a lot of material and reading so put your time in.

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PSY2012
Oct 31, 2013

Dr. Arbona is amazing! I took her for General Psych and because she was so interesting I took her Human Growth and Development Class the following semester! She is a very take no nonsense teacher but she tells you like it is and if you work hard you will get an A.

3.0
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PSY2012
Nov 8, 2013

Her tests are taken online at home. Enough said. Very helpful teacher. She mentions a lot of pseudo-science in her lectures but she's very well intentioned and just wants to help.. just take her "metaphysics" examples with a grain of salt. If you read the chapters and do the practice work should get AT LEAST a B. Very easy class.

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PSY2012
Nov 19, 2013

Great teacher! Tests are all online so you can use your book and notes. One project that is really easy! Makes it interesting... All and all take her as a teacher!

4.0
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PSY2012
Nov 25, 2013

If you do not pass her class, you seriously need to go back to high school. This class is as easy as it gets for college level. I passed with just showing up to class and using my book. It really requires no studying since the tests are online and you can flip through your textbook! You have an hour to answer 55Q She keeps the class interesting.

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HUN1201
Grade: B+
Nov 26, 2013

AMAZING teacher. I had her for psychology at first, then I took her for Human Growth. The students posting the negative comments are either LAZY and/or STUPID. Enough said.

5.0
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DEP2004
Dec 1, 2013

GREAT PROFESSOR. Easy class and shes very helpful. If someone doesn't pass her class it is pure laziness!!

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PSY2012
Dec 3, 2013

This class is definitely not for slackers!! Dr. Arbona is a great professor , she know a lot about her career , she has been a clinical psychologist for many years and know her stuff. this class is not Hard; However you can not be LAZY!! you have to keep up with your HW assignment's and test.. ALL TEST Are TAKEN ONLINE AT YOUR OWN TIME.(flexible

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PSY2012
Dec 3, 2013

She is tough but fair, her class is definitely not an Easy A If that's what you looking for. you will learn a lot, very interesting class. book is a mandatory( she help write it) and attendance is a MUST If u want to pass. but really good professor

4.0
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DEP2004
Dec 9, 2013

People said she was hard and everyone failed because she gave too much work, but its college you study you pass your lazy you fail. Her PP were a little fast, but I highlighted my book. She doesn't give homework just 5 test and some assignments here and there. The test are easy if you study. Overall I believe anyone can pass if you study.

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DEP2004
Dec 11, 2013

Attendance is mandatory. You have to actually read the text book. She is a very good professor as long as you do your part.

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DEP2004
Dec 19, 2013

major red flag.... everything people say about her is true but they aren't telling you how they kiss up to her. her test already pre maid and you can't go over them. a third of the right answer they say its wrong but yet you can't argue them. she's very knowledgeable in her work but a horrible instructor

3.0
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PSY2012
Dec 20, 2013

Dr. Arbona was a good professor. My only tip for anyone who takes her class (if it's a hybrid class, the tests will be taken online) is to take the tests with friends or classmates. It's possible to do well on the tests with your book open, and Google for when you're stuck lol

3.0
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PSY2012
Mar 13, 2014

I'm taking her currently & she is NOT as good as people make her out to be. She is VERY rude & I only missed ONE day out of the whole semester & she treated me like garbage because of it. She thinks she is the smartest person in thew world which is SO annoying since she reminds you everyday how much of an expert she is. STAY AWAYYYY

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PSY2012
Mar 13, 2014

Really Interesting teacher. She is kind of condescending I will admit but only to get her point across with NO MESSING AROUND. If you are interested in Psychology and you want to learn she is a GREAT TEACHER to take. You MUST attend class and you CANNOT be late. She is very colorful and interactive and gives points for Class Part. TESTS are ONLINE

5.0
2.0
CLP2001
Mar 27, 2014

Dr. Arbona is a must take for anyone truely interested in learning. She doesn't make anything difficult and she is very clear in her expectations. She is also very consistent and firm. She is lively and interactive.I have taken her for several classes.

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PSY2012
May 7, 2014

Dr.Arbona is very helpful,no nonsense,show up to class!Everything due is online so use your book!Very clear lectures,not boring at all,very sassy! She cares about all of her students and if you complete all aplia assignments and tests, theres no way you can fail

5.0
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DEP2004
Grade: A
Jul 11, 2014

Great teacher! MUST ATTEND CLASS! MUST READ PRIOR TO CLASS! She is a strict teacher, she wants you to know the information before class so during its just a review. Really great and helpful

5.0
2.0
PSY2012
Grade: A+
Jul 30, 2014

Great teacher. Make sure you read the book and do all the work. Not an easy A class!

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DEP2004
Grade: B
Oct 3, 2014

She is a great teacher but would pass on taking her for psych. Enjoy her lectures because she so passionate, it help you to understand the material. But no matter how confident I feel about knowing the material, (tests taken online-on your own time) the test are difficult because they require critical thinking, can be tricky & confusing. Not easy.

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PSY2012
Grade: C+
Nov 18, 2014

This class wasn't easy but it was really interesting. Best psych teacher and knows what she is talking about! Really made me think

3.0
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DEP2004
Grade: B
Nov 25, 2014

NOT EASY! Tough class. She requires alot and gives a lot of work! Reading a MUST, along with attending and book! Use course mate (online) it helps. Do not procrastinate with the virtual baby or anything she has you do, or believe me.. you'll regret it! DO NOT be late and try to avoid absences, she deducts points off your grade for those two..

5.0
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PSY2012
Dec 2, 2014

I enjoyed this class very much and I learned a lot. Dr. Arbona is very knowledgeable and gives great lectures. We had to sign up for online homework assignments called MindTap but they are not too hard. All tests are online but they are not so easy and require critical thinking. Taking notes will be very helpful. Gordon rule- interesting and easy.

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PSY2012
Grade: A
Dec 2, 2014

AMAZING PROFESSOR! You do need to actually do the work to get a good grade, but the material is so interesting that you don't even mind it. She knows so much about her profession & it makes it a lot easier the way she breaks down anything. She is a NO NONSENSE professor & you MUST show up prepared. But you will love her by the end of the semester!

3.0
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DEP2004
Jan 21, 2015

Arbona has a lot of information to offer students and is very knowledgable of the material. My main issue with the class is that her Powerpoints are extremely wordy and hard to take notes from. Would suggest reading chapter before class and highlighting in the book. No way you will get good notes from slides. Interesting Projects. Decent Class.

5.0
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DEP2004
Apr 20, 2015

Dr Arbona is very passionate about her work and it shows in her class lectures. She is attentive and shows concern for her students progress , but you must do work show up on time and hand in all work ,,no exceptions. just play by the rules and its all you will need. Good luck

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PSY2012
Grade: C+
Apr 27, 2015

Has been a psychologist for over 40 years. She knows everything there is to know about the entire field. Strict and by the rules but very good at teaching and is always there if you have any questions.

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PSY2012
Grade: A
Jul 2, 2015

Amazing teacher. She is lively, interesting and really knows her stuff. Yes she expects you to turn up on time, read the chapters, do your homework because she wants us to learn. After all that's why we're at college, not high school. Show up, study, do the work and you'll get an A. The topics covered are really interesting. I enjoyed it a lot.

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PSY2012
Grade: B+
Jul 27, 2015

Professor Arbona is wonderful! Lectures are interesting but be prepared to follow directions carefully! She is passionate but strict. Also dont be late, she hates that.

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CLP2001
Grade: A+
Aug 1, 2015

At first, I almost dropped this class. She has a bit of an accent and it made it difficult to understand, but you get used to it and it is probably one of the best classes I've ever taken. She is strict. Follow the directions when it comes to papers. One easy project with a partner. Make sure to read chapter before class

4.0
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DEP2004
Aug 19, 2015

Her accent is a little tough to get over. After that she's a great professor! Kept me interested I'm the class. She gives great feedback.

5.0
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DEP2004
Grade: A-
Aug 19, 2015

I will start off by saying that this isn't the easiest class. But she is an amazing professor, and helps you out to the best of her ability! There is quite a bit of reading, but as long as you pay attention, and don't miss too much class you'll get an easy "B".

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PSY2012
Grade: A
Sep 10, 2015

Amazing teacher! She knows her stuff, has expirience in the field, makes the material relateable, and makes her students passionate about psychology. Bless her heart. Shes honestly the best prof i have ever had at PBSC.

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PSY2012
Grade: Not sure yet
Sep 16, 2015

Dr Arbona doesn't help you or explain the test context She is the worse teacher I've ever had in my life. She has a very slick mouth so if you're sensitive find yourself another teacher, Only God can help me to pass this class

4.0
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CLP2140
Oct 7, 2015

I've taken her twice before and now I'm getting ready to take her a third time. If you're serious about a career in psychology, she is the professor for you. She knows her stuff and will give you incite on the field. If not: find an other professor. She is very strict and makes sure her class is participating and paying attention.

5.0
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DEP2004
Grade: A+
Oct 28, 2015

She is awesome! Describes material perfectly in analogies where ANYONE can understand it. Her class is a lot of work with online blackboard/coursemate but totally worth it! Tests are online which is nice. PLUS she gives extra credit! There is NO WAY you can't get anything less than an A. Unless your lazy. Go to class, do the work, you'll have 100%.

4.0
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PSY2012
Grade: A+
Nov 4, 2015

Great professor. Very knowledgeable. Assignments are easy/quick. She makes her lectures interesting. A lot of reading but necessary. Do the work, read the chapters and you will do fine. Do not miss class, or come late. Strict but fair, as a professor should be. Really enjoyed her class. Would definitely take her for another class.

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DEP2004
Nov 22, 2015

Best professor I have ever had! I took her for PSY2012 and now DEP2004 and I plan on taking CLP2001 with her next semester. If you love psychology take her class!! She loves what she does and knows what she's talking about. Go to class, do the work and you'll be fine.

2.0
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DEP2004
Grade: Not sure yet
Dec 2, 2015

I loved this class as to the subject, however I HATED the professor. She is so rude! She told us that the online part of the class is due at the end of the semester, but then 2 weeks before the semester ended she decided to put zeros in for all the assignments we havent done yet... even though she gave us a certain date for everything to be due by

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DEP2004
Dec 2, 2015

She is the rudest professor I have ever met! If you make a comment she does not believe in, you are automatically wrong and she WILL say "you are wrong" to your face in front of the whole class. Has happened millions of times in my class. It is her way or you are just wrong and stupid. Miss 1 day of class? -8 points from your entire grade.

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DEP2004
Dec 2, 2015

Listen here guys.. she only gives 5pts extra credit for the food drive during Thx-Giving. She also adds points to tests if you attend SI sessions and those are stupid because its at different times of the day and are not held by the professor. A student does it. So, I hope you guys are lucky and the extra sessions are at times you are available.

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DEP2004
Dec 2, 2015

TAKE PROFESSOR EDWARD BLAIR OR PROFESSOR MIA OCEAN INSTEAD! Professor Arbona has the nastiest comments. So if you are the type of person that takes things to heart do NOT take this class. There have been multiple times where I wanted to walk out because of her rude comments. But I dont cuz she WILL take points away if you leave class early.

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PSY2012
Grade: A-
Dec 7, 2015

Dr. Arbona is tough but extremely knowledgable. She makes the class relatable and funny. THE most inspirational class i've ever taken. You have to read but if you take the web enhanced class, MindTap basically studies for you. The end of the year paper was a self-reflection(easy). She wants us to use the class to become a better person and I have!!

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PSY2012
Grade: B+
Dec 8, 2015

Dr. Arbona is an amazing professor! She is extremely knowledgeable about psychology and has many years of clinical practice. She is very fair with grading, and her work load. All of her assignments are online, including test. As long as you read the text and listen to her lectures there no way to not pass. And she takes her lecture time very seriou

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CLP2001
Dec 9, 2015

I would not take her again. She is an OK teacher and the class isn't hard, but she says things like, "I can put myself in your dreams". The level of crazy was WAY too high for me. If you are not bothered by a person who is not all there, then it's an easy A. If you find it difficult to deal with someone who says crazy things, then skip it.

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DEP2004
Grade: A
Dec 10, 2015

Dr. Arbona is a fabulous professor. She can be a little sassy but she knows what she is doing! You will learn A LOT in her class. She wants you to understand the martial and lays it out for you. Don't skip class or come late because you will get points taken off your grade. She is the BEST professor I have ever had. EXTREMELY intelligent!

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PHY2012
Grade: A
Mar 2, 2016

She has a Spanish accent so beware of that. Also she can get really slick sometimes and like to make fun of students in class. She can get really rude and disrespectful at people. All her quizzes and tests are online so that's the easy part. . I would only take her again if I was truly desperate.

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PSY2012
Grade: A
Apr 23, 2016

Extremely intelligent professor. Will not tolerate being disrespected at all. She really wants her students to take something away from the class. All tests and homework are online. Do not half-ass the Gordon Rule writing assignment. She is very clear with exactly what she wants. Be on time, as she does give a grade for attendance!

4.0
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PSY2023
Grade: A-
May 4, 2016

She makes her expectations of you as clear as day. She can be feisty sometimes, but only to help you succeed. If you aren't one to participate, not the class for you. She is very knowledgable but can be hard to understand due to her accent. In the long run, I would take her again if need be. Easy A if you're willing to put in the work!

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PSY2012
Grade: B
May 10, 2016

She was very hard to understand sometimes and was very confusing you will not pass this class if you do not study the book and find psychology interesting she is a very tough grader also mind tap is useless for her exams and her tests are honestly pretty hard but long as you participate and do great on the gordon rule at the end you will survive.

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PHY2012
Grade: A+
May 13, 2016

I've taken her for two different classes and she is truly one of the Best Professors I've had. I've learned a lot in her classes, she knows what she talking about and is passionate about what she teaches, she actually cares. She can be funny at times. Easy A as long as you show up, pay attention, and do your work. Would take her again.

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PSY2012DEP2004
Grade: A
Oct 12, 2016
Would take again

I have taken this professor twice. she is very knowable and has many years of clinical experience with patients but she tries to make psychology a harder class than necessary. you have one assignment per chapter, a quiz and a test. you MUST read the book, you MUST go to class. and you MUST participate. she's very strong willed in her beliefs.

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DEP2004
Grade: A
Oct 20, 2016
Would take again

She's really nice, and gives so much information. Honestly if you're there and focused you'll do just fine.

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DEP2004PSY2012
Grade: A
Oct 26, 2016
Would take again

I have taken Professor Arbona for two classes. I really do enjoy her lectures, she makes class interactive in the way that she teaches her classes she explains the material in applicable ways. She is a great professor, very straight forward. Lots of online homework from learning modules but they are fair and you have to keep up with deadlines.

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DEP2004
Grade: B+
Dec 8, 2016
Wouldn't take again

Listening to her lecture was extremely boring. She is extremely opinionated and very rude and disrespectful at times. All of the homework, quizzes, and tests are on blackboard and mintap. She is the only professor that teaches this course with mindtap. She doesn't budge on late work or not completing assignments on time.

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PSY2012
Grade: B+
May 10, 2017
Would take again

I did everything I could to get an A in this class and even if you do everything is really tough to get an A. She is really nice and I loved her class you will learn a lot.

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PHY2012
Grade: C-
Oct 17, 2017
Wouldn't take again

Took her class in the summer. showing up to class was mandatory, and being late unacceptable because she would take points away from your grade. Doesnt give enough time to let you finish taking notes because she would go through the slide quick . She is funny & rude. And she doesnt really like To help you. Shes quick at leaving after class.

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DEP2004
Grade: A
Jan 4, 2018
Would take again

Ms Arbona is a one of a kind professor. I was lucky to be one of her students on her very last semester at PBSC. She's very thorough and specific in her lectures. I honestly didn't write a lot of notes because I really understood what she was talking about. Inspirational and I always left the classroom feeling like I learned something useful.

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5.0
DEP2004
May 14, 2018
Would take again

She guides you through the textbook pretty expertly and quickly. If you didnt read it, then youre going to have a slightly harder time than those who did. She is open about her opinions but she is inclusive of the entire class. I found her lectures to be extremely informative and useful outside of the classroom.

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DEP2004
Grade: B+
Jul 7, 2018
Would take again

Professor Arbona is a great professor, Although she no longer teachers at Pbsc. She is very knowledgeable at what she does. I took her for human growth & psychology. She speeds through her lecture quickly because of time. Attendance is mandatory for her class. All her assignments are on blackboard under mindtap.

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