3.4

Maria Chovan

Psychology - Golden West College

3.4
Quality
2.3
Difficulty
43%
Would Retake
138
Reviews
3.4
Quality
2.3
Difficulty
3.0
Helpful
3.6
Clarity

43%

Would Retake

138

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What Students Say

This class was overall pretty easy

PSYCH100 - 3.0 rating

This teacher is awfull

COLL100 - 2.0 rating
Class Info

Online Classes

100%

Attendance Mandatory

80%

Textbook Required

88%

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B+: 2
C: 1
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Reviews (138)
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COL100
Feb 2, 2004

No Comments

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COLLEGE
Feb 18, 2004

She is the best teacher in Golden West College!!!

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PSYCH100
May 22, 2004

She is the best, funniest and most awesome teacher ever!! Her class is so intresting, you learn a lot and you hear lots of intresting things. The best part, its easy. Read and pay attention, you can get an A.

5.0
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PSYCH100
Jul 14, 2004

shes funny and nice

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COLLEGE100
Aug 5, 2004

Maria is very entertaining and fun to be in class with. There is a lot of group work. As long as you show up for every class you will do great.

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PSYCH100
Nov 16, 2004

she's a nice teacher, just dont get on her bad side. the work is listed but it can be tedious. its also not a requirement to attend her lectures.

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PSYCHOLOGY
Nov 17, 2004

funny teacher, gives good lectures and offers a lot of extra credit but her test which are all taken on line are extremely difficult. total of 4 test

5.0
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PSYCH100
Nov 17, 2004

Very easy teacher, tests online, grades pretty easy. should take her if you need to take this class

5.0
3.0
PSYCH100
Nov 19, 2004

fair and helpful.students should not talk during lecture. she kicked out a couple for rudeness. read the book and listen to lectures and you will pass. quizzes online.

5.0
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100
Nov 22, 2004

professor CHOVAN IS THE BEST TEACHER IN THE WORLD. NO, WAIT, I MEAN UNIVERSE, VERY FAIR.

5.0
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PSYCH100
Dec 16, 2004

Maria Chovan is the best teacher! She is funny and so easy. Even if you hate psychology you will learn so much. You do not even have to go to class to get an A. Take her if possible!

5.0
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PSYC100
Jan 20, 2005

One of the best teachers, she is very funny and very fair. Seems strict at first...but she really is an awesome teacher. Will definitely hear you if you have any problems...being class related or not:)

5.0
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PSYCHOLOGY100
Apr 13, 2005

She's cool; cooler than ice.

5.0
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COLLEGE100
Jun 1, 2005

great class, would recommend it to everyone!

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COLLEGE100
Jun 8, 2005

This instructor is very great. She makes the lesson very easy to follow and you will have a great time in her class.

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PSYCH100ONLIN
Jul 8, 2005

yes i heard she was a great teacher in class but the online course is extremely difficult with no extra credit. =T

5.0
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PSYCHOLOGY100
Jul 17, 2005

class is pretty easy.All the test are online which means open book. there is a lot of extra credit. very easy A

5.0
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COLLEGE100
Jul 19, 2005

Super easy class... Cool teacher. Seems likes she actually cares about her students sucess. Extra credit avaliable. Take this it's a chill class.

3.0
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PSYCH100
Aug 15, 2005

She does not accept late work, and has several writing requirements, but the class is pretty easy. The book for her online class is really good; if you do the reading and use the online tools, you will do great. She was the least communicative online teacher I've had though.

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COLLEGE100
Grade: B+
Sep 12, 2005

its an online class and it is very easy she isnt really clear on directions though

4.0
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PSYC100
Oct 8, 2005

She's Cool

5.0
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PSYCH100
Nov 16, 2005

She is the NICEST lady! As long as you read the text, you'll be fine. She is always willing to help and is easy to get a hold of via e-mail.

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PSY100
Dec 4, 2005

she wasn't helpful at all

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COLLEGE100
Dec 7, 2005

don't take her class... its reallly boring

5.0
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COLLEGE100OL
Grade: A+
Dec 7, 2005

This class was pretty easy, she's a very friendly, very helpful professor. A lot of small homework assignments, but they're easy, read the book and show an interest in the class and you'll do fine.

1.0
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PSY100
Dec 12, 2005

She may think she is funny, but it comes off rude. She should be more worried if she will get hit with a harrassment case.

4.0
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PSYCH100
Dec 14, 2005

easy teacher but hard test!... long with short time limits but at least they're online and open book offers extra credit possible to get A

5.0
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PSYCHOLOGY100
Dec 15, 2005

I've taken her for both psych 100 and college 100 and she IS funny and helpful. Some students are just lazy and don't want to do the work. She is always willing to listen to concerns and adds lots of extra credit to help our grade. I wish she taught more classes.

3.0
3.0
PSYCHOLOGY100
Dec 26, 2005

Her lectures aren't worth going to. She just goes over the key terms,which you can do on your own time.She only takes attendence the first few weeks of class. Your have like 4 tests, and 5 papers to write in her class.She gives you 100 points of extra credit and if you show up the last day of class she gives you 10 extra credit points. The tests ar

1.0
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PSYCHOLOGY100
Apr 5, 2006

The quizzes are very, VERY hard. She gives over 100 multiple choice questions and 10 more small essays questions; online, for 120 minutes only / each quiz (even you take regular class, not an online class). After first quiz more than half students drop out. Her extra credit also takes a lot of time. U have to go some government offices to do volunt

5.0
2.0
PSYCHOLOGY100
Apr 13, 2006

Makes class interesting. Tests hard but online. Tests all multiple choice. Good class discussions. Gives plenty of extra credit to make up points. Would recommend her to anyone interested in learning more about psychology.

1.0
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PSY100
Apr 19, 2006

It takes a lot of times: come to class + online tests + a lot of long papers + extra credit. Not worth !Impossible to get an A because extra credits only 100 points / 1000 points. The tests are extremely hard!! Do more than other class but get less and stress.

4.0
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COLLEGE100
May 14, 2006

I expected this to be my "easy class" this semester. Well, not that its hard, but it was hard getting used to such a strong requirement to pay attention to every single little detail for each assignment. Pretty strict on attendance :( but oh well. EC assign are fun and she is pretyt fair in her grading, just don't expect to half-a** this class...

3.0
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COLLEGE100
May 19, 2006

hated this class. i thought it would be simple units, but she is more strict than professors for real classes. wants everything super detailed or no credit at all. she was not helpful to me either.

4.0
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COLL100
May 24, 2006

online, easy class. just read and answer every question in detail and you will do fine. she offers extra credit. easy A.

4.0
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PSYCH100
May 25, 2006

I AM THE TYPE OF PERSON WHO NEVER MISSES CLASS AND I ONLY WENT TO TWO CLASSES ALL SEMESTER. I STILL GOT AN "A". The tests are not that hard, but they are on line and you can use your book. Plus, she gives you a**** load of extra credit. She literally lectures straight out of the book. There is no point to going to class.

3.0
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COLLEGE100
Jun 11, 2006

I thought this online class was going to be easy, yeah right! It's not that the material is hard, she just assigns ALOT of work. If you do not do an assignment the exact way she asks, she drops points. Overall, I did not enjoy this class. If you have time for the work though, you should be able to get an A.

2.0
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PSYCH
Jun 19, 2006

In my opinion, This was the worst class i have ever taken. She picks "favorites" and is completely unfair in her class to the other students.( My girlfriend also took this class and this "teacher" was completely unfair to the female students in that class if she dosent like you. ) BEWARE. This class is about kissing a*s not about teaching/ learning

3.0
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PSYCH100
Jun 25, 2006

Due to the massive amount of extra credit she gives, this is an extremely easy class. The tests are difficult since the questions are rather vague and needs a lot of application, but they are open-book. You learn more about her personal life than about the subject itself.

5.0
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PSYCH100
Jun 27, 2006

Favorites!? I thought she was fair to everyone. Just follow the syllabus and keep up with the work and it is an easy A. Write personal papers and quizzes online. Added extra credit to make up points. Encourages class discussions. Don't be lazy and you will pass the class easy.

2.0
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PSYCH100
Jul 19, 2006

Worst teacher I've ever had. I took her online class and she was completely unfair. When I emailed her questions, instead of answering them she copied and pasted parts from the syllabus that had nothing to do with my questions, if she even answered my emails. If something goes wrong with the computer, she says it's your problem, not hers. EVIL!

5.0
1.0
PSYCHO100
Jul 28, 2006

EASY EASY CLASS. WHAT A PIECE OF CHEESECAKE! She gives 200 EXTRA credit points (100 for assignments, and the rest for discussion pts, extra pts on quizzes), but you have to write 5 papers tho..overall, you don't need to show up to class, just the first day. She doesn't take role and lets you have "no class" often.

5.0
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COLL100
Dec 12, 2006

She is a great teacher. She explains what she wants and can be strict on you but it makes you a better student. Very nice and will flex her time to help you.

5.0
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PSY100
Dec 29, 2006

Her class is very EASY EASY EASY overall because she offers like 200 EC but her tests are very hard. U don't have to show up for class but sometimes, she gives away 10 pts for coming to class. Well recommended!!!

5.0
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COLL100
Jan 5, 2007

Online class. A lot of work, but easy. Please READ directions 'cause I saw a lot of idiots on the discussion board. VERY NICE, responds to emails quick. 3 major projects, but SUPER easy - did it last minute & received 100% on all. Easy A. Take her.

5.0
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PSYCH100
Apr 28, 2007

I took her class last semester...got an easy A..she's a lot fun, good personality, and easy to listen to. She knows what she's talking about!!!!=) I HIGHLY reccomend her! you would never regret to take her class!!

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PSYCH100
May 23, 2007

NOT RECOMMENDED.Worse teacher I've ever known.Extremely rude,not understanding, unbelievable strict.No point going to class.Lectures don't help.Quizzes r extremely hard,mostly case study.1 hint is:complete all the writting assignments,& tried to finish all the extra credits,u'll b OK. But the class not fun @ all,gives a lot stress & useless.

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PSYCH100
May 23, 2007

hate to go to the class. It's useless. Her lectures r from the slide show which come straigh from the book. No point going to class. Online test but HARD. Give u a lot of stress. psych supposed 2 b fun & helpfull but u'll get nothing from her. My sis took a diff teacher & shee loved the class.

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PSYCH165
May 23, 2007

I love online classes, however, this was the worst online course I've ever taken. Had to write a paper about future careers by following colors... not a lot to do w/ Human Sex. Took weeks for an email response. Not helpful, she shouldn't be teaching. Locks the public message board, if you get on her bad side... expect a bad grade... period!

2.0
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PSYCH100
May 25, 2007

I regret taking this class.

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PSYCH100
Jun 1, 2007

show up 2 class bcus she randomly gives extra credit, do the extra she offers and the papers, make sure u read the chapters b4 the quizes to get an ez A!

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COLLE100
Jun 9, 2007

Mrs.Chovan is my favorite professor at GWC. I got two easy As from her Psycho and this class. Her class requires a lot of writings and readings. However, if u read the instructions carefully, you'll do very well. I always got easy A+ on essays because I follow the instructions and answer correctly. Well recommended because she offers like 200 EC pt

2.0
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PSCHY100
Jul 2, 2007

*NOT RECOMMENDED AT ALL* Unreasonable strict teacher. Boring class. She does not know how to teach. Not an understanding teacher. I don't know why the rate for her on this site is so high. I took the class and very regret. I worked so hard and got a barely B.

4.0
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PSYC100
Jul 31, 2007

i took the teacher in the summer. a lot of reading. tests due at the end of the semester. 1 paper, discussion boards, 3 small summaries. tests are different from other classmates so dont count on cheating. easy overall just read and you will do fine.

5.0
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PSYCH100
Aug 8, 2007

I took her online class and I liked it. It was a lot of reading and not the easiest class, but I got an A with the help of her extra credit. 12 quizzes one chapter a quiz, 4 papers, and 6 topic discussions. She laid out all the work at the beginning of the course which was nice, but strict with her guidelines.

5.0
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PSYCH100
Aug 21, 2007

Mrs. Chovan is really nice and funny. She has a lot a knowledge and wisdom which I think aren't appreciated by some of these students. All assignments are submitted online. Quizzez/tests are timed. Don't think too much into the essays. Just be honest and hit the 500 word limit and you'll get A's. Gives obscene amount of extra credit. Take her.

2.0
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PSYCH100
Oct 4, 2007

everything was online- so not what i signed up for. boring class.

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PSYCH100
Nov 5, 2007

She is funyn and amusing but when it comes to teaching; her methods are not as easy to adapt to. Everything is submitted through online at a certain date. Online test sucks ass. Lectures are completely page for page off the book.

5.0
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PSYCH100
Nov 26, 2007

I took her class online. There were 4 papers, 500-900 words each. You have to reach 12 chapters to do the quiz. I think the quizzes weren't easy. But she gave 100pts extra credit. The class basiclly easy, just do all the works and you can get an A. Just a lot of reading and writing.

5.0
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PYCH100
Dec 10, 2007

great teacher...i failed though because my comp was always retarded...you need a good computer to take her class..everything is online...quizzes and papers were easy...she is funny..i learned a lot even though i failed hehehe she gives a lot of extra credit you can't beat that...but again..you need a good coputer

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PSYCH100
Dec 12, 2007

this is the worst professor that i have taken so far. her teaching is so unhelpful that it makes me never want to take another psychology class. she tells jokes that arent funny and to top it off she never replys to your emails.if you want an easy class DO NOT TAKE HER. she gave me a zero on my paper kuz i was off by one word!!!!

4.0
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PSYCH100
Dec 15, 2007

Random attendance. Quizzes are done online, so its pretty much open book. Quizzes are kinda hard, since i didnt really read but skimmed. Classes are okay, shes nice and funny, talks about herself and her family alot. EC were very helpful.

3.0
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PSY100
Jan 13, 2008

sigh, she's somehow funny, but her world are ironic. She talks very fast, and keeps talking all the time. Her quizzes and papers are due online, so that's pretty easy. She has a lot of extra credits, some are so easy to get, but when i took her class, i didnt have some of those credits without reason. Trying to contact her through email is useless.

1.0
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PSY100
Jan 17, 2008

I didn't learn anything much. Her lectures were boring and came straight out of the book. It's like an online class basicly, w. online quizzes. Just DON'T TAKE HER. I'd rather take an online class.

4.0
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PSYC100
Jan 27, 2008

Take her online class. It's very easy to get an A. Her quizzes are super hard. But don't worry, if you do all of the dicussions and writting papers, you will get an A. She doesn't care your papers are great or not, as long as you do the assigments, you will get the maximum score. She also gives out a lot of extra credits. Easy A class. Take her.

3.0
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PSCHY100
Mar 26, 2008

She talks too much about herself

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PSY100
May 7, 2008

she is a funny prof, but I am taking her class, I feel like I taking online class, because I am not really learned from her lecture. Also, her lecture and slide show go so fast, and all that information come from the book, it look like I come to class to review the book. So, if u take her, u should reading a lot. Her quizzes are tricky.

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PSYCH165
May 14, 2008

easy class!!!!!!!! if you do the reading and take all the quizzes(45min to take 15 questions),discussion boards and the papers you will get an A. i took this class online and i dont regret it, she offers a lot of extra credit so it is impossible to fail. Highly recommend this class!!!

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PSYCH100
Jun 3, 2008

if you read the chapters before you take the quizzes you'll be fine and pass shes pretty easy her quizzes are a little hard but there online

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PSYCH100
Jun 5, 2008

I would not take this class again. Everything is online, except lectures and it is not an online class. Her quizzes have nothing to do with lecture. It was a boring class and I learned nothing but vocabulary. But, the essays are easy and she gives lots of extra credit.

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PSYCH100
Jun 25, 2008

Maria is a wonderful teacher! All her tests are online and they are extremely easy. Offers tons of extra credit so it's impossible not to get an A.

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PSYCH100
Jul 20, 2008

Easy material, terrible teacher and cold person, you will not learn a thing.She is the most unhelpful professor I have ever encountered and I do NOT recommend her, the online course is a joke and she is very rude and insensitive.Take her course if you do not care about the class and you MUST have the book, if you care NEVER take this course!

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PSYCH100
Dec 12, 2008

not very easy teacher, online test is tough, even if you doing it with a friend. So reading is mandatory. But overall I enjoy the class. Teacher make some dark humor comments and lots of drug reference, which I think is funny. Easy grader, quiz and 3 papers. do them, you pass, do them well, you get an A.

4.0
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PYSCH165
Dec 18, 2008

Took this class online, and was the easiest online class ever. There's 3 essays to write, but are very easy. Quizzes on each chapter and get 45 min for 15 ?'s. Discussions that are simple. And she offers plenty of extra credit, so there no way to not get an A.

4.0
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PSYCH100
Jan 22, 2009

This class is better off taken online unless you are interested in hearing her lectures and sharing your thoughts. Very easy class with clear syllabus and directions. MANDATORY to show up for class and MUST BE on time, she locked me out because I was 5mins late running from another class across campus. Interesting character... very strong-minded.

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PSYC100
Feb 5, 2009

okay, so i came to class everyday and the one day that i could not make it, she gave a 100 points extra credit!!!!! I could have gotten an A in that class! SO my my advice, come to every class!! She throws extra credit at you out of no where. Shes a cool teacher and she knows exactly what students are thinking and feeling.take her : )

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PSYCH100
May 18, 2009

She is a great teacher and you will learn a lot about the subject and yourself. You must read the chapters and work hard, but she gives plenty of extra credit. Attendance is MANDATORY to stay in the class, but don't be late- she locks the door! I highly recommend taking this class from her- better in person than online.

4.0
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HUM160
May 27, 2009

I took her online human sexuality course and last semester i took her in person psych 100 class. She's very funny in person but the attendance is strict and unforgiving. The great thing about the online class is that she opens up all the assignments at the beginning of the semester and lets you work through it on your own time. Take her online.

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COLL100
Jun 30, 2009

I did not like this teacher. Most of her hw is done online. Remember to click save and then send.Do both! I found this out towards the middle of the semester and she was unwilling to let me go back and re do them. She then told me i can do all of the ec to make it up for it. (lim 75pts). Idid250pts and last day of class she denied letting me do it.

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PSYCG100
Jul 1, 2009

This teacher is useless. Her online course offers no outline at all. She does not have any lecture notes or anything. Basically tells you to do your work and leave her alone. Tried emailing her two time, both times no response. Her quizzes are ridiculous you won't pass. Take this class with someone else if you want to do well.

4.0
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PSYCH100
Aug 24, 2009

The class was easy. As long as you do all the assignments and extra credit, you would do well. The quizzes are a bit harder than expect, but if you read the chapters, you would do fine. She replied quickly through email for mel however, she tries to be funny when she isn't :/

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PSYCG100
Sep 6, 2009

Save yourself the pain of having to deal with a professor who does everything she can except come out and say she finds teaching a nuisance. If you do get a response via e-mail, it'll most likely be short and condescending.

2.0
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PSYCH165
Nov 14, 2009

She takes forever to respond to e-mails and never does announcements to remind online students of an upcoming paper or test that due like all my other online teachers. Under no circumstances will she let you turn in anything late no matter what happened which is a tad harsh considering its an online course and she never does announcements. LAME.

1.0
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PSYCH100
Dec 10, 2009

Where do I start? I feel that I'm not taking a psychology course but I'm taking do your best to make the teacher happy course. I have her online, she's not nice, she replied to my emails, but she only upset me even more. She means NO LATE WORK ACCEPTED. She's just not a pleasant person to deal with, and has a serious POWER TRIP.

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COLLE100
Dec 15, 2009

The class is easy for the most part but you have to do exactly what she wants otherwise its a zero. Happened to me a few times. She is very unreasonable. I wouldn't recommend her unless you NEVER make mistakes. She doesn't tolerate mistakes. Almost all of her grading is all or none.

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COLL100
Jan 5, 2010

I have to agree with one of the other comments. This teacher is useless. She doesn't remind students of upcoming papers. She will Not let you turn in late assignments for partial credit and paper must be perfect in order to get credit. Most of the time she gives full credit or no credit at all. She's very rude. Obviously doesn't like her job.

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COLL100
Jan 5, 2010

I have to agree with one of the other comments. This teacher is useless. She doesn't remind students of upcoming papers. She will Not let you turn in late assignments for partial credit and paper must be perfect in order to get credit. Most of the time she gives full credit or no credit at all. She's very rude. Obviously doesn't like her job.

2.0
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PSYCH100
Feb 11, 2010

If you don't have any choice, and need to get some credits done, it's not a bad choice. However, if you have a choice I would advise on choosing another instructor for the course. The efforts of getting to class and paying attention to me is not worth the benefits that the lecture provides. Not the most helpful instructor as well.

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PSYCH100
Mar 25, 2010

All assignments and due dates are given at the beginning of the semester. No surprises. Just stay organized. Quizzes a little hard but gives extra credit and other assignments to balance points. Friends told me to take her and I don't regret it.

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PSCH100
May 25, 2010

I thought that It would be OK to take her..... BUT I BEG OF YOU!! please don't do it. as a teacher she has failed to do her job effectively. ALL of her tests are online and she REFUSES to help you. Also her tests have nothing to do with the lecture. but still makes you show up.... save you money. take someone else!!!!

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PSYCHG100
May 27, 2010

takes forever to respond to e-mails and never reminds students of an upcoming paper or test. no late work accepted. Tests are very difficult. lectures are useless. she talks about her personal life more than the subject. Take another professor if possible

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PSYCH165
Jun 1, 2010

Took Ms. Chovan ONLINE for human sexuality & college success. Both were extremely easy, as long as you READ HER DIRECTIONS CAREFULLY. Human Sex quizzes used questions from each chapter, so make sure to read book,no final. College success had a final but no quizzes, just textbook assignments. Highly recommend her for online class, both are EASY A's!

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PSYCH100
Jun 15, 2010

I took Psych 100 online. She didn't have reminders of upcoming due dates. Her syllabus was very clear as to what was expected. There were extra credit. No reason for anyone to get anything less than a C if you take it online.

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PSYCH100
Jun 18, 2010

she has a major additude. doesnt want to go out of her way to help students so either u get it, or you better figure it out on your own. did not enjoy this class nor would I recommend it. not very friendly and obviously does not like her job. lousy teach for sure.

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PSI100
Nov 18, 2010

Great online class!!! you only need to read the book! she gives plenty extra credit so that you dont have to take one test if you do them. Easy A if you read and do hw!

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PSYCH100
Mar 30, 2011

Class is a joke, just read and follow directions, read the book. No instruction, prof is mostly unresponsive and rude when she bothers. Some questions are not worth answering, I guess. Her tersts are clearly from a test bank and she doesn't put much effort into the class, so don't expect to learn anything you couldn't by just reading on your own

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PSYCH100
May 15, 2011

Unresponsive to messages, emails, and such. Straight-forward syllabus. Pretty much do the homework well, you pass. I wish I took Psych with another teacher to actually LEARN.

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PSYC100
May 24, 2011

I took this class online, was a little hard, still got a good grade in the class. Had no communication with the teacher because I didn't need to, but I did like the fact that she gave all the assmnts upfront so you could work at your own pace, would recommend to anyone that doesn't like to every week turn in.

3.0
1.0
PSCH160
May 27, 2011

I took the 16 week online class. It was pretty easy and she gave you a lot of time to do assignments. There are a total of 18 quizes 1-9 due first half of semester and 10-18 due 2nd. 3 papers. READ THE BOOK. Also, she gave me a B when I got 89.9% -_- see ya 4.0

5.0
1.0
PSCH160
May 27, 2011

If you like online classes I suggest you take this course. There are 9 discussion posts 40 points each: they are very easy, 5-8 min a post, I suggest working ahead to get em out of the way. 18 quizzes pretty easy (1 chap per week)or read ahead. 3 easy papers. You must read the book! She gave 60 E.C points, got me an A!

5.0
1.0
PSYC100
Aug 3, 2011

Took this class online. Awesome professor!!! Very straight foward with what she expects of all students. Gives extra credit!I got an A!

2.0
3.0
PSYCH100
Dec 15, 2011

The online course discussions were very easy and straight forward but the tests can be pretty difficult. She doesn't seem to check her email or respond to emails. Just try not to have questions ever.

2.0
2.0
COL100
Jan 10, 2012

Took college sucuess online with her. Class was an easy A but make sure you pay close attention to you word counts and where to post assigments she give no breaks if you make a simple mistake. You have to be a self learner and not expect to get any imput from the teacher.

4.0
2.0
PSYCH100
May 7, 2012

I love her. She is funny. She is strict, but she teaches fantastic. She does not leave any homework. Just a few papers, which are a peace of cake to write about and quizzes for every chapter she teaches, which are online on blackboard. I recommend her for sure :)

2.0
2.0
COLL100
May 18, 2012

This teacher is awfull. She does not answer her emails. I only received one reply from her all semester. This is an online course, so you pretty much are on your own. The one email received from her simply states that all I need to know is on the assigment directions, and to not ask her again because she will not respond. Wow!

3.0
2.0
PSYCH100
May 21, 2012

Not helpful. All contact is to be performed over e-mail, and despite her claiming that she is understanding of "life", she is not. Most of her points are all-or-nothing, and she relies heavily on the media for examples. If you do not provide PERSONAL examples on some required papers, she will give you a 0. Easy, but no compassion for students.

2.0
2.0
PSYCH100
Nov 27, 2012

She's just a lazy teacher overall. I took two courses from her (psychology) and (human sexuality) at the same time and she gave the same assignments (term papers) in both classes even though they should be on different course material (she make us buy a separate book for both classes which had nothing to do with psychology or human sexuality)

4.0
2.0
COLL100
Jan 28, 2013

Took her college success course online and was very satisfied. The pace was quick because it was a 10 week course, but the instructions were very clear and there was plenty of time to finish the assignments. She graded promptly and fairly. Can't complain. I never needed to email her so I don't know about other comments about her unavailability.

3.0
2.0
PSYCH100
Jul 8, 2013

This class was overall pretty easy. Take notes and study from the book. Contacting her by email wasn't very pleasant because she replies with attitude.

2.0
1.0
PSYCHOLOGY100
Jul 24, 2013

It was an easy class. I pretty much did all my assignments, quizzes, and post discussions within 3 days. I'm not even exaggerating. She has it all out on black board, so its hard to miss. Don't slack off, you'll eventually get a lot of work, its pretty tedious. I emailed her, she's not much of an "Attitude". She'll be straight forward! She not bad.

5.0
2.0
PSYCH100
Jul 26, 2013

Professor Chovan is organized and amazingly thorough. Her syllabus answers all questions and she will even send out reminders of assignments due. Read the book and take notes and you should be fine. I made a mistake emailed her to let her know and she responded the same day.

5.0
2.0
COLL100
Jul 26, 2013

I took her Coll 100 on line course. Everything is given up front on the syllabus. Read and turn in assignments on time do extra credit and should get an A. Never had to email her because she provided everything I needed! Wish all online instructors were as organized and thorough as her.

5.0
1.0
PSYCH160
Nov 28, 2013

Pretty clear, a lot of reading (the entire textbook), but very easy to pass and do well. Discussions are simple and interesting, quizzes are a little frustrating (I swear some answers aren't in the book), papers are very easy too, plus lots of extra credit. Hard NOT to get an A. (I don't even have to take the last 3 chapter quizzes to keep my A!)

4.0
2.0
COLLEGE100
Dec 1, 2013

Very easy class if you follow directions. Always answered e-mails whenever I had a question.

2.0
2.0
COLLEGE100
Dec 15, 2013

The class is way easy. She's not very clear. I emailed her several times. I had to call her once and she was kinda snotty. If you take this class, it's easy, but don't be afraid to ask questions!

1.0
1.0
G165
May 16, 2014

Lazy teacher. She hardly responds to emails and has an attitude. I'd pass on her.

1.0
2.0
PSYC100
May 27, 2014

The class itself is easy as long as you stick to the deadlines and stay up on your reading. Don't get behind. She is very confusing and very snobby. The class is easy as long as you don't talk to the teacher.

3.0
1.0
100
Nov 14, 2014

Should have listened to the other reviews here when they said she was a lazy teacher. I took the online class and granted it was easy, super simple I can say I didn't learn anything. Gives absolutely NO FEEDBACK at all on your assignments. Haven't heard one word all semester. If you do the work you get full credit. Cancels office hours regularly.

5.0
1.0
G100
Mar 24, 2015

She is so nice! Im taking her for intro to psych online and when I email her she usually gets back to me the same day. Her instructions are clear and though it is a good amount of work, it's organized and structured making it easier.

4.0
2.0
G165
Grade: A+
Apr 10, 2015

This class was really interesting and I actually learned a lot from it. The discussions and the personal application paper are a huge portion of your grade. Not only that, she gives up to 100 extra credit that the end of the semester if you choose to do it. Highly recommend.

5.0
3.0
PSYCH100
Grade: A+
Apr 19, 2015

I am currently in the class and so far very pleased with the pace and the professor. She has answered my emails in less than 24 hours. Very happy!.

5.0
3.0
PSYC100
Grade: A+
Jun 3, 2015

I've taken two PSYC courses with Dr. Chovan and she has made each one of them enjoyable. The test are not hard. As long as you read the textbook, do the work, & study you can easily pass this class!

3.0
3.0
PYSCH165
Grade: C
Jun 5, 2015

Pretty easy online course as long as you read & study for the quizzes. All the work for the course is posted the first day so you can finish the coursework in a few days and be done with the course. She never gives feedback, doesn't interact with students online like my other online classes. easy class but won't learn much. You need the textbook.

5.0
1.0
PSYCHOLOGY100
Grade: A+
Aug 4, 2015

I LOVED HER! I don't know why people complain so much! She answers her emails in a few hours or the next day! The quizzes aren't hard if you actually focus on what you're reading! I learned a lot because I READ! Easy class as long as you do all your discussions and posts! The 2 essays are really short and easy! I didn't even need the extra credit!

5.0
1.0
PSY100
Grade: A+
Aug 5, 2015

Her class is easy. I learned a lot by reading the chapters. The discussions were also interesting. She is awesome and I would take her again.

5.0
1.0
PSYCHOLOGY100
Grade: A+
Aug 6, 2015

Easy A!!!

5.0
1.0
PSY100
Grade: A+
Aug 7, 2015

Easy A if you do all your work! Don't wait until last minute to get your work done because then you will probably complain about her. I did all my work weeks before the deadline. Very satisfied!

5.0
1.0
PSY100
Grade: A
Aug 28, 2015

I easily passed this class, even before the extra credit was graded. Reading the book was really boring and it would put me to sleep. I really enjoyed the discussions though. The articles that she posted were very interesting and I learned a lot from them. I finished the class a week early and was able to enjoy a little more of my summer.

3.0
3.0
G165
Grade: A
Jan 31, 2016

I did pass the class with a good grade and you can too as long as your read and do the homework. I did not find her teaching style or the class to be enjoyable and I think a sexuality class should be a little fun. She didn't like my opinion on a paper so she only gave me half credit. I don't recommend her.

5.0
3.0
PSYCH100ONLIN
Grade: A
Feb 1, 2016

I took Professor Chovan's online psych 100 class. Very easy! Read the chapters and then immediately take the online quiz, it helps so much. She gives extra credit opportunities, take advantage of it. No tests at all, only quizzes and 2 papers due.

4.0
2.0
PSYCH100ONLIN
Grade: A
May 5, 2016

If you need to take Psychology take it online with Maria Chovan. The class consists of 12 quizzes based off the 12 chapters. It is timed. Two short essays about topics she chooses. And weekly participation board. Easiest class in the world.

3.0
2.0
G100
Grade: A+
Aug 22, 2016
Would take again

Super easy class! Discussions each week and 2 papers only. She seems like an easy grader since I got full points on the discussions and papers without really trying (and I'm a high schooler). Quizzes are also super easy.. you don't need to read the book in advanced, just look it up as you go during the 20 minutes you have which is plenty of time

5.0
2.0
PSY100
Grade: B+
Sep 1, 2016
Would take again

Easy class, take her.

Gives good feedback
4.0
2.0
COLL100
Grade: A
Oct 5, 2016
Would take again

Super easy! Had a great online experience with her.

Gives good feedback
Participation matters
Clear grading criteria
1.0
3.0
PSYC100
Nov 12, 2016
Wouldn't take again

She is extremely snotty and not an understanding professor at all. I was very disappointed with her teaching ways. The field of Psychology is something I am very passionate about pursuing, and currently already work in the field of behavioral therapy, however, I will not be getting there through her. Extremely disappointed. Do not recommend.

3.0
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COLL100
Grade: A+
Dec 15, 2016
Wouldn't take again

This professor is particular in what she wants, be sure to read the syllabus and directions thoroughly. Since this was an online course, it is highly recommended to ask her questions asap if you don't understand. It takes her roughly 1-2 days for a response. The homework load was normal, but again ask questions if you don't understand.

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2.0
COLL100
Grade: A
Jan 19, 2017
Wouldn't take again

This class was easy I would have preferred learned something in the class. Prof Chovan was rude and does not hold her self accountable for mistakes. She posted the final 3 days late and then gave us 1 extra day to complete the work. with no apology. She is not teaching by example on accountable one of the items she was supposed to be teaching.

Participation matters
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5.0
PSY100
Apr 24, 2017
Wouldn't take again

This instructor lacks is knowledge and really hard to understand. Honestly, I would try to stay away from her misunderstandings

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