4.6

Marie Grasso

Science - Palm Beach State College (all campuses)

4.6
Quality
2.0
Difficulty
82%
Would Retake
116
Reviews
4.6
Quality
2.0
Difficulty
4.5
Helpful
4.6
Clarity

82%

Would Retake

116

Reviews

Rating Distribution
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What Students Say

Professor Grasso is so kind

ESC1000 - 5.0 rating

If you have the chance to claim a seat in one of Prof

ESC1000 - 5.0 rating
Class Info

Online Classes

100%

Attendance Mandatory

66%

Textbook Required

40%

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Based on 43 grades
Most common grades:
A (15)
A+ (14)
B (7)
Grade Distribution
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Based on 44 reported grades
A: 15
A+: 14
B: 7
B+: 3
Common Tags
EXTRA CREDIT (15)
Caring (13)
Clear grading criteria (9)
Hilarious (8)
Respected (7)
Skip class? You won't pass. (7)
LECTURE HEAVY (4)
Gives good feedback (4)
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Ratings by Course

PHY2054

5.0

(2)

PHY2224

5.0

(1)

EARTHPHYSICA

5.0

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EARTHPHYSICAL

5.0

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ASTRONOMY

5.0

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Difficulty by Course

AST1102

4.0

EARTHPHYSICA

3.0

PHY2053

2.8

PSC1314

2.7

PSC1101

2.4

Reviews (116)
3.0
4.0
PSC1101
May 6, 2004

Test are hard, even though she tells you they are easy if you study. She gives great notes, and study guides. Before she starts class she will yell and rip people apart about how grades are low and they are not studying even though people are.

5.0
1.0
PSC1101
May 7, 2004

Her test questions are pulled directly from her study guides. If you are unclear about something she'll take the time to explain it. Her lectures were so informative and engaging that I hardly studied for any of the tests and walked away with an A.

5.0
1.0
PHY2054
May 9, 2004

Awesome teacher. Clearly explains formulas and how to use them to get the correct answer. Show up and take notes in class and you should get at least a B on the test with some studying.

5.0
2.0
PSC1101
May 10, 2004

Gives plenty of extra-credit opportunities & willing to help if you need it. STUDY and READ, she puts a lot of effort into her presentations & really cares if you pass or not. Tests are moderately difficult- know your stuff & you'll be fine.

5.0
1.0
PHY2224
Jun 21, 2004

She is a very good and intersted teacher. If you study her notes, do the homework, you should get an A easily. She gives extra credit that can help you with your grades. Very, very good teacher. If u're planning to take physics, Just go ahead and take her

5.0
3.0
PSC1101
Nov 22, 2004

hard tests,good study guides,boring but nice

5.0
2.0
PSC1341
Dec 23, 2004

I took her for Earth Science too... Awesome teacher. She puts forth a lot of effort and really cares about helping you pass. Will give extra credit assignments, and will help you if you are really trying. Come to class, study, do the work, and pay attention- she's great!

4.0
2.0
PSC1341
Mar 28, 2005

Pretty easy class if your a decent student!

5.0
1.0
EARTHSCIENCE
Apr 1, 2005

great teacher, too past her class study her notes Ms.Grasso test is the notes she past out. study the notes

5.0
4.0
AST1002
Apr 8, 2005

Not that hard. But you can't sleep through the class either. If you fill out the study guides in class (not hard) and then study for a little bit, you'll do fine on the test. Nice teacher, little 'quirky' but funny. She's not strict on attendance, but don't miss tests.

4.0
2.0
PHYSICS
Apr 14, 2005

Is a very nice professor, she works hard to help you learn but she does not do a great job at helping you to understand the concepts. If you read her notes and do the study guides she gives out, you should do OK.

5.0
3.0
PHY2053
May 21, 2005

She is a great professor! If you study for her test by reviewing the class notes, doing the homework problems and her worksheets you should get an A. I definitely recommend her!!!

5.0
1.0
PHY2053
Jul 10, 2005

explains things really well. very straightforward. really easy class :)

5.0
2.0
PSC1101
Jul 10, 2005

She's a good teacher. She wants her students to do well and does get upset when her students do poorly on tests. I'd get upset too if i were her though, because her tests are pretty easy as long as you takes notes and pay attention.

5.0
1.0
PHYSICS
Jul 13, 2005

I loved this proff. She explained things very well. She also made it VERY easy to get an A. I HIGHLY recommened her

5.0
3.0
EARTHPHYSICA
Aug 11, 2005

Had for both Earth and Physical Science. I am a Business Major. Perfect classes for non-science majors. Made it interesting/easier to understand for people that are not into Science! Great note taking handouts to use as study guides. Very fair, and extra credit available!

3.0
4.0
EARTHSCIENCE
Grade: B
Aug 16, 2005

This professor is easy w/ worksheet's to study. However she is a ****, always moody and fake. When doing an extra credit report, she interrupted me to let me know that my report topic was boring to just stop there. RUDE! Even though I am a straight A student, she continued to try and bring me down along with others in the classroom.

5.0
3.0
PHY2053
Oct 1, 2005

I am taking PHY2053 with Ms. Grasso this semester and I find her to be one of the msot caring teachers in PBCC. I have no background in Physics but she is so helpful and is making it so much easier for me to learn. She puts all her notes on ppt and waits for so to finish writing. She is the best.

5.0
2.0
EARTHPHYSICAL
Nov 10, 2005

Took this class for Earth Science and loved it. Her lectures are very well prepaired and they help tremendously. Took Physical Science with her also and it she taught the exact same way. No complaints at all. Highly Reccomend

4.0
2.0
AST101
Dec 12, 2005

Great teacher, makes the class fun. I took the class becuase I needed a science. She has made the class worth going to. Just takes notes and study the study guide.

4.0
1.0
EARTHSCIENCE
Dec 13, 2005

Easy but really really boring

5.0
1.0
EARTHSCIENCE
Dec 13, 2005

very easy and she makes the class very interesting. you actually learn tons in her class. her final is take home- i definitely suggest her. she's very understandable and tries to make class fun.

5.0
2.0
PHY2053
Dec 15, 2005

In this world there are some excellent teachers but with no heart and some teachers who have big hearts but does not know to teach. Ms. Grasso is an excellent teacher with the biggest heart. She is very helpful. She really cares about her students success. My friends and I loved her class so much that we are all taking PHY2 with her in Spring 2006.

5.0
2.0
AST1002
Dec 20, 2005

Great teacher, very fun class, make you want to learn, sings in class sometimes alittle weird, but very funny

5.0
1.0
PHY2053
Dec 22, 2005

Ms. Grasso Rocks!. She is the best professor. She is a great teacher plus she has a very good heart. My friends and I loved her class so much that we are going to take PHY2 with her again next semester. Take her class you will not regret it.

5.0
3.0
PSC1341
Dec 24, 2005

takes a hard subject and makes it do-able. I really thought I was going to fail when I started this class. But she explains so well and the tests are so easy to understand. I ended up with a high B and I was amazed. Would definately recommend if you need a science credit.

5.0
2.0
PSC1341
Jan 4, 2006

Best class of Physics u'll ever take . makes it easy for u, yet, makes u understand the subjet too.

5.0
2.0
AST101
May 8, 2006

great teacher, easy class. makes class fun and entertaining. knows what shes talking about. highly recommended. pretty easy tests. made me really love astronomy!

5.0
1.0
AST1002
May 9, 2006

I love this teacher! She gives you review questions to study for and she goes over all of them in class. The tests are from the review questions and she really knows her stuff. Shes very helpful and will stop lecturing if there is somebody that doesnt understand something. I highly recommend her for AST 1002 and PSC 1341. I made an A and a B

5.0
1.0
PSC1314
Jun 1, 2006

Awesome Professor and class! She gives you review questions and notes in the class. As long as you study BOTH of these items you'll easily get an A! I would 100% recommend her! She really cares about her students and if they do well! We were even let out early to see a magic show! :-)

5.0
1.0
PSC1341
Jun 20, 2006

She explains everything so that you can understand it. She really works hard so that you can understand the material you are presenting. She rocks as a professor!

5.0
2.0
ASTRONOMY
Jun 21, 2006

Awesome class. LOVED the videos. I sat right in front of the screen and flew through outerspace. It's easy because she lays everything out for you clearly. It's up to you from there. Notecards are the way to go for studying! I highly recommend her.

5.0
2.0
PHYSICS1
Jun 30, 2006

Great professor. Excellent step by step instruction. Very willing to help if you try. Will call you out if your not doing your work. Knows how to crunch her numbers but doesn't get to technical with digits as long as you show the steps.

5.0
3.0
ESC1000
Sep 27, 2006

Professor Grasso is a wonderful teacher. It is obvious that she really knows her material and loves what she does. She gives detailed notes and wonderful lectures. She makes it very interesting! She makes it fun to come to class and even gives extra credit. I would take her again in a heartbeat!

5.0
1.0
PHYPHY
Nov 10, 2006

Best profesor I ever had, she loves to teach, and know how to teach. Easy class.

5.0
2.0
AST1002
Dec 18, 2006

1. Go to every(u can miss a few) class 2. Write down all the notes 3. Do the reviews 4. do extra credit(if given) She drops your lowest test grade. EASY EASY EASY, plus she has a slight sense of humor. I studied 10mins b4 class & missed like 3 classes and still got a B+ Gives slides/videos, semi interesting! Take her!

4.0
1.0
ESCESC
Dec 27, 2006

Very good teacher, but she teaches like if you are in kindergarden. Very pacient. Make sure you take notes, it is going to be on the test.

5.0
2.0
ESC1000
Apr 26, 2007

Great Teacher, would take her again! She's kinda cooky and sings in class, but she's fun and gives you each chapter's review questions, as long as you study the review you'll be fine.

3.0
2.0
ESC1000
May 7, 2007

I took her for earth science; I am very passionate about the earth and protecting it. However, I hated going to this class. She had no control over the students, some talked all semester long. She would also talk to us like kindergartners, which I did not appreciate. She gives lots of notes so if you just study those you will do fine.

5.0
1.0
ESC1000
Jul 7, 2007

She is a very helpful instructor and lays the class out for you. Textbook use is minimal as long as you write down all of your notes and do the reviews. The test is 90% like the reviews, so if you fail it is your own fault. She has a sense of humor, is personable and cares about her student's place in the world. The perfect teacher for the class.

2.0
4.0
AST1102
Jul 9, 2007

ok teacher, corny at times but it was a pretty good class

4.0
4.0
PHY2053
Dec 15, 2007

ONE TOUGH MAMA! Yes, the ratings are true. She is an excellent teacher. Probably the best PHY 2053 teacher at PBCC. Five tests, drops the lowest score. Plenty of Extra-Credit. Cummulative Final Exam (EASY). Barely got an A. Had to study my BUTT off! Prepare to work hard and take PLENTY of notes. Overall, a tough teacher, but a GREAT one!

5.0
1.0
PHY2053
Jan 7, 2008

EasyyY!!! Her tests are from her notes.. which are veryyyy clear!!! Gives plenty extra credits.. Easy A!!!! Great professor!!

5.0
4.0
PSC1341
Feb 5, 2008

She is really nice! You take notes from the overhead every class and have extra credit opportunities by answering questions. She also gives you helpful study guides before the tests!

5.0
2.0
ESC1000
Apr 18, 2008

Great teacher. Gives great notes, as long as you are in class to get them, or get them from someone else or read the book, you're good. going to class is your best bet. She gives multiple choice tests and she gives review sheets and practices tests. Super easy class. Just take notes and study them. She gives awesome notes! You will get an A or a B

5.0
2.0
PHY2053
May 13, 2008

Ms. Grasso has a really good heart. I wish more teachers were like her, she inspires you and pushes you to work and try your hardest. she is always willing to stay after class to answer your questions. to get an a in the class, study and study.

5.0
2.0
PHY2053
Jun 19, 2008

Fantastic teacher!! Her classes are interesting and she does an excellent job of explaining the material. Lots of examples and she gives you helpful study guides before each test. She is also very generous with the extra credit points. You can tell she loves to teach. If you can wait and take her I would HIGHLY recommend it!!

5.0
1.0
PHY2054
May 7, 2009

Shes a great teacher !!! made physics so interesting !!! its a very easy class , everything is based on her notes and practice problems she gives ! very nice teacher ! she also gives out a review final at the end , which is basically 97% of the final !! def. would reccomend ppl to take her !!!

5.0
1.0
PHY2053
Jun 23, 2009

Best physics teacher at PBCC. Her study guides are very similar to her test.

5.0
1.0
ESC1000
Nov 8, 2009

Best science teacher I've ever had. Shes Extremely helpful, Professional, and Nice. She gives a lot of extra credit and practice tests. I am taking her again next semester and I couldn't be happier.

5.0
2.0
PSC1341
Dec 5, 2009

I am terrible in Science but with Professor Grasso's teaching style it wasn't so bad. You get 5 tests and the lowest one is dropped. you get several extra assignments as well and are added to the lowest after that. Theres also top 10 homework grades. Notes and review sheets are very similar to the test. Take her trust me. You have many ways to pass

5.0
3.0
ESC1000
Jul 7, 2010

Awesome Teacher! Can make learning about rocks interesting :) Very fair nice teacher. Never needed a book all semester...just TAKE NOTES!

4.0
3.0
PSC1341
Jul 13, 2010

very nice professor, however, if you are not a fan of physical science (physics) then i wouldnt reccommend the class. lots of numbers and formulas involved. so boring! i never paid attention but still managed to pass with a C. i think she is now at the palm beach or belle glade campus.. no longer at boca. extremely nice woman!!

5.0
1.0
AST1002
May 6, 2011

Easy and fun. I don't really like science, but she made it very simple and enjoyable. She gives numerous handouts and practice tests to help. There are 5 tests, you drop the lowest one. Just make sure to do the homework, it's easy and counts as a full test grade.

5.0
1.0
AST1101
May 9, 2011

She is so great! I loved Having her as a teacher!

5.0
1.0
ASTR1002
Nov 16, 2011

Awesome teacher! She jokes around but is serious when she needs to be. Shows you really interesting videos as well. Before tests, she gives you a review paper which is EXTREMELY helpful.

5.0
1.0
AST1002
Dec 21, 2011

Best professor for sciences. She is extremely knowledgeable about this course. I took her for Earth Science and Astronomy and I got an A+ in both. Study the review sheets she emails and gives out in class and study the practice tests and you can easily get an A on her tests. Drops the lowest test grade so its nice to end the class early. TAKE HER!

5.0
1.0
ESC1000
Dec 7, 2012

Awesome teacher!! I hated missing class sometimes because it is alot of fun. This is class is mainly fill in the blank powerpoint notes. she gives you test reviews. Study your test reviews, and you must take the bonus quiz's because those are free extra credit points!!!

5.0
2.0
AST1002
Dec 7, 2012

Awesome class!! Awesome professor!! She is really into Astronmy, she shows the best pictures and has the best powerpoints. She gives you bonus quizs that help if you get a bad test grade, and on top of that she gives you a test review!! Just study the powerpoint, and the test review and you should have no problem getting an A.

5.0
1.0
AST1002
Dec 11, 2012

Awesome professor! I loved this class and will look into any class she teaches. I feel I actually learned something during this course and actually inform others on this topic. I know that if you study your review and your notes that all tests will be simplistic. Enjoy the classes and professor Grasso's awesome humor!

5.0
3.0
ESC1000
May 9, 2013

Very helpful teacher. I absolutely dread science but she made me learn to love it. Her notes and slides were very helpful. She is lenient and has a very energetic personality. Attendance is a must if you want to be able to do well on the test.

5.0
1.0
PHYS1
Jun 22, 2013

Phenomenal teacher. She makes physics soo easy!. The only science class where I didn't haVe to teach myself the material. Of course you have to practice but her tests are beyond fair and you LEARN!! Took it in 6weeks nd Passed with an A yay! Only need the txt book for hw. But it's not A lot .. Go head take her!! : ). I wish she taught physics 2

5.0
1.0
PHY2045
Jul 16, 2013

Great professor. So caring. Too caring. Knows physics like the back of her hand and makes the class fun and enjoyable.

5.0
2.0
ESC1000
Dec 9, 2013

Love this teacher... class is spelled out in black and white so i never felt I didn't know what was expected. She gives out a few extra credit quizzes that aren't to difficult. Tests are straight from the power points... TAKE NOTES. no textbook needed.

5.0
2.0
ESC1000
Dec 12, 2013

Mrs. Grasso is a great teacher. She has a lot of energy and is very nice. Most of the time she lectures, but occasionally we may have group activities. She usually has one bonus quiz before each test. The tests come from the notes. However, I found that the test reviews that she hands out are more helpful for studying for the actual tests.

5.0
2.0
AST1002
Grade: A+
Dec 12, 2013

Very good professor. From day one you know what will be covered and when everything is due. She pulls no surprises on you. Just follow along with the power points, take notes, and study and you will pass. Take her for science if you can!

5.0
1.0
AST1002
Grade: A+
Aug 20, 2014

Grasso is very funny and informative, and helpful. Not only does she give out test reviews that are identical to the test, but she also give bonus quizzes each unit that adds to the test! YOU DO NOT NEED THE TEXTBOOK, even though she says you do in the beginning. She emails powerpoint slides as notes. That basically turns into your textbook.

5.0
2.0
PHY2053
Aug 25, 2014

Professor Grasso is a really cool and funny woman who I would highly advise taking PHY 2053 from. I learned a lot and the material is pretty easy if you just do the work.

5.0
2.0
ESC1000
Grade: B
May 13, 2015

Honestly such a nice Professor. Class is simple. 5 tests, no exams, a few assignments for credit in between & optional extra credit. Tests would be considered hard if U don't study. She provides all study material, handouts +power points. Don't need the book, but it does make studying easier 4 tests. She's funny, just speak up in class, humor her!

5.0
3.0
AST1002
Oct 16, 2015

She is great at explaining things and you can clearly see that she has a love for astronomy. She always makes things interesting by adding humorous comments to her lectures. There are only five tests and the book is mandatory to get if you want to get every answer correct on the test.

5.0
2.0
ESC1000
Grade: A+
Dec 4, 2015

Grasso is one of the best teachers at PBSC. She gives you slides of notes and only needs you to fill in the blanks. Her tests aren't difficult, study and it will be a breeze. She gives tons of extra credit opportunities, there's no reason to fail her classes. I took her for both AST1002 and ESC1000, both classes I had over 100%.

5.0
1.0
ESC1000
Mar 24, 2016

Professor Grasso is so kind. She gives you the PowerPoint slides, and as long as you show up, fill in the blanks, and study, the tests are super easy. She also gives tons of extra credit, and easy assignments. No text book use. Highly recommended

5.0
2.0
AST1002
Grade: B+
Apr 5, 2016

Professor Grasso is an amazing teacher. Crystal clear on all of her lectures. Gives you fill in the blank power points. Tests are easy if you study. SHOW UP TO CLASS. She does not give you anything you missed and tells you to get it from a class mate(usually only on notes)

5.0
1.0
AST1002
Grade: A+
Apr 20, 2016

She gives multiple "quizzes" for easy extra credit. You're exempt from the last (5th) test, which would count as the final, if your grade is high enough by the 4th test, plus you don't have to go to the remaining classes after the 4th test. Her lectures are boring but she gives a study guide that's practically exactly like the test. DONT BUY BOOK.

5.0
2.0
ESC1000
Grade: A
Apr 28, 2016

It is definitely a easy A class, all you need to do is show up and read the handouts to be prepared to test. She gives easy quizzes and extra credit class assignments. Prof. Grasso is a sweet heart, she cares for the students, she is very knowledgeable and has a passion for what she does. I highly recommend!

5.0
1.0
AST1002
Grade: A+
Apr 29, 2016

Just study the practice tests she gives you before the test & you'll be fine. She teaches off of powerpoints, but actually makes class interesting. Shes cool, you'd have to be pretty lazy not to pass this class :/ . All her tests are multiple choice! she also has homeworks, which are usually 5-10qst. & she gives bonus quizzes.

5.0
1.0
ESC1000
Grade: A+
May 2, 2016

If you have the chance to claim a seat in one of Prof. Grasso's classes, DO IT! Lectures are PowerPoint based and contain everything that will be on the test. She emails you the slides prior to starting a chapter, so be sure to print them out and fill in the blanks as she goes along; this will serve as your defacto text throughout the semester.

5.0
1.0
AST1002
Grade: A+
May 8, 2016

Professor Grasso has a passion for teaching. We had 5 tests; the lowest test grade is dropped. She gives some easy homework assignments and a lot of opportunities for extra credit. She is very friendly and wants to see everyone understand the concepts and receive a good grade.

5.0
2.0
AST1002
Grade: A+
Dec 12, 2016
Would take again

There is a lot of extra credit opportunities, 5 tests but the lowest test mark is dropped, easy homework. Her lectures are funny and she shows a lot of good videos. I can tell she wants to see students learn the material and pass the class. She is a great professor, funny, and accessible outside of class. Book is optional. Take her if you can!

Caring
EXTRA CREDIT
LECTURE HEAVY
5.0
2.0
AST1002
Grade: A
Jan 7, 2017
Would take again

Super fun class, You can tell she really wants to make a difference and when/if she gets mad, its only because she cares. Shes going through a lot but regardless she gives her best as a professor. She is strict and straight forward but no way you can't pass with an A. Study guide has most test questions. Don't buythebook. She sends out powerpoints

Gives good feedback
Amazing lectures
EXTRA CREDIT
5.0
3.0
PSC1314
Grade: A
Apr 17, 2017
Would take again

Professor Grasso is a good teacher. She sends you lecture slide shows, so If you miss a class, all you need to do is get in touch with a friend from class. There are opportunities to get extra credit and she drops lowest test score. She's very fair and always accessible during her office hours. I recommend this professor!

Participation matters
Clear grading criteria
EXTRA CREDIT
5.0
1.0
ESC1000
Grade: A
May 1, 2017
Would take again

If you simply print out and study the notes you will have a good chance of passing. Professor Grasso makes it simple and tells you what will be on the tests.

Inspirational
Hilarious
Caring
5.0
1.0
AST1002
Grade: B
May 3, 2017
Would take again

Wonderful professor! Astronomy is surprisingly amazing! There are 5 tests including final, the lowest score gets dropped. She gives extra credit quizzes, and very minimal homework - which are VERY easy. Don't need the book. She gives study guides for the tests... STUDY THEM! If you want an easy class, take her for AST1002!

Inspirational
Clear grading criteria
EXTRA CREDIT
5.0
1.0
AST1002
Grade: A+
May 11, 2017
Would take again

Excellent professor! Astronomy is surprisingly amazing! There are five tests including final; the lowest score gets dropped. Easy A

Respected
Caring
LECTURE HEAVY
1.0
4.0
PHY2053
Grade: B-
Jul 5, 2017
Wouldn't take again

Not as easy as a lot of student says ! Be carefull !

Participation matters
TEST HEAVY
LECTURE HEAVY
5.0
1.0
AST1002
Grade: A+
Oct 10, 2017
Would take again

Professor Grasso is a sweetheart! Her class is so laid back, yet you will learn a lot more than you're probably expecting. 5 tests, drops the lowest, AND the final is not mandatory if your grade is high enough. Definitely would take her again if I had to, no idea how she has anything lower than a 5.0 on here.

Skip class? You won't pass.
Caring
5.0
3.0
ESC1000
Grade: B
Oct 28, 2017
Would take again

She definitely lectures a lot which can be long and boring but she provides the notes so study them extensively so you're prepared for the tests. She gives plenty of opportunities for extra credit if you aren't satisfied with your grade. Science is not my best subject but I am glad I took her. She's accessible outside of class and understanding.

Caring
EXTRA CREDIT
LECTURE HEAVY
5.0
3.0
AST1002
Grade: A
Nov 10, 2017
Would take again

Great fun professor. Interesting material. Easy workload. Come to class, take notes, study and you get an A.

5.0
3.0
AST1002
Grade: A
Dec 9, 2017
Would take again

One of the best professors I have ever taken, and I hope to take another class of hers in the future. She gives you all the tools necessary to pass the exams, and also offers extra credit opportunities. I found her classes to be entertaining and really enjoyed this course.

Clear grading criteria
Amazing lectures
EXTRA CREDIT
5.0
1.0
AST1002
Grade: A-
Dec 14, 2017
Would take again

Professor Grasso is a good professor. She provides you with all the slides for her lectures so all you have to do is fill in the blanks for notes. The notes and practice test is all the information you will need in order to pass your test. The assignments are easy and there are plenty of opportunities for extra credit. No textbook is needed.

Clear grading criteria
EXTRA CREDIT
Would take again
4.0
2.0
ESC1000
Grade: A+
Jan 7, 2018
Would take again

All you have to do in this class is print out Grasso's power-point slides (she literally emails this to all of her students so check your email!), fill in the blank spots during her lecture and study them. Sometimes she gives bonus quizzes and assignments to give students the opportunity to boost their grade. Her tests are easy too!

Skip class? You won't pass.
Clear grading criteria
TEST HEAVY
4.0
3.0
ESC1000
Mar 14, 2018
Would take again

As long as you actually pay attention to her lectures and study key terms, you shall pass. Personally, I believe that if I had put more effort in her class, I would have passed with a better grade than a C. She is very nice overall. Although don't be on your phone during a lecture.

Respected
Amazing lectures
EXTRA CREDIT
5.0
3.0
ESC1000
Grade: B+
Jun 11, 2018
Would take again

Great professor! Attendance was not mandatory but you will fail the class from missed notes. She really cares about all her students and offers a lot of extra credit through the course. Tests are easy and if you pay attention in class and take good notes not a lot of studying is needed. A test is dropped so you do not have to take the final as well

Respected
Clear grading criteria
Hilarious
4.0
2.0
AST1002
Grade: A
Aug 15, 2018
Would take again

She's funny and old school. Made class interesting. Tests are super easy, as well as HW. Just google it. Easy A just pay attention and write notes

LOTS OF HOMEWORK
TEST HEAVY
EXTRA CREDIT
5.0
2.0
ESC1000
Grade: A
Dec 13, 2018
Would take again

Good Professor overall. Blank notes are prepared for you. You simply have to print them out and fill them in as the class and lectures move along. If you miss class, make a friend, you need the notes for the exams. Extra credit is there for a slight boost. No one should ever fail this class.

Respected
Caring
EXTRA CREDIT
4.0
3.0
EARTHSCIENCE
Jan 2, 2019
Would take again

Very good professor, I admit that i did not pass because i did not study or put my all into the course but she is very considerate and very sweet. (Stay on top of your work because there is no extra credit when you fail by the end of the semester) if you pay attention you will pass!

Participation matters
Skip class? You won't pass.
GRADED BY FEW THINGS
5.0
2.0
AST1002
Grade: A-
Mar 15, 2019
Would take again

I was bummed the few times class was cancelled, if that says anything. Professor Grasso exemplifies what it means to be a professor. She obviously cares about her students, and tries to make it as enjoyable as possible. Even after her father passed away, she still came in and took the time to make sure we understood everything. Highly recommended.

Respected
Hilarious
Caring
3.0
3.0
ESC1000
Grade: A
May 8, 2019
Wouldn't take again

Not the most interesting class. Probably wouldnt take again only cause the tests could prove to be challenging.

Clear grading criteria
Beware of pop quizzes
Lecture heavy
5.0
4.0
PHY2053
Grade: A+
Jun 25, 2019
Would take again

Professor Grasso is an extremely caring professor that does a great job of breaking down difficult to understand physics concepts into digestible material. I had taken physics before at Uni and gotten a C, but I received a 100% in her class by showing up, completing the homeworks, and reviewing her powerpoints/handouts before exams.

Skip class? You won't pass.
Caring
EXTRA CREDIT
1.0
4.0
PHY2053
Jun 25, 2019
Wouldn't take again

I did not like this class and I do not believe anyone should take this. She gives you a lot of homework on top of that worksheet's and expects you to do all of it within a day. Her tests are nothing like the worksheet's she hand's out. The homework is WAY harder than the lessons she goes over in class. Take someone else if you can! Save yourself

Lots of homework
Participation matters
3.0
2.0
ESC1000
Grade: A
Oct 28, 2019
Wouldn't take again

Prof Grasso is very good at explaining the material. Sometimes too good. She stretches out each chapter to a minimum of two classes and sometimes spends too much time on a concept instead of moving forwards. If you follow along in class and simply do the tests and extra credit she offers you can easily get an A.

Skip class? You won't pass.
Caring
EXTRA CREDIT
5.0
1.0
ESC1000
Grade: B+
Apr 30, 2020
Would take again

honestly the only ineffective aspect about Professor Grasso lessons was the inevitability of the end of the period, which I have NEVER been able to say about an ESC class before. it was as if the class just flew by, and I found myself wishing I could stay longer! Professor Grass made sure to address all assignments and exams long before due date

Gives good feedback
Inspirational
Hilarious
5.0
1.0
ESC1000
Grade: A
May 1, 2020
Would take again

Professor Grasso was an amazing teacher that genuinely cares for each one of her students. Her tests and assignments are fair. She prints out slides for you to study and she goes through them with fill in the blanks during lectures. Very knowledgable in her field. I would 100% take her classes again! I wish Covid didnt cut our class short!

Gives good feedback
Skip class? You won't pass.
Caring
1.0
5.0
PHY2053
May 18, 2020
Wouldn't take again

If youre taking this class online during the pandemic dont. She wont do video classes or anything, unless you can teach yourself physics, dont take this class. She just grades on 5 quizzes/5 tests, and nothing else. So If youre not a strong test taker (like myself) do NOT TAKE HER. Nothing against her personally but I would not take this again

Skip class? You won't pass.
Graded by few things
Test heavy
2.0
4.0
PSC1314
Grade: B
Oct 11, 2020
Wouldn't take again

Professor Grasso is trying her best but its clearly not enough. She is very sloppy only using emails to communicate with the class and sending all lectures along with homeworks on email can be very sloppy. She is generous with grading but is very messy.

Lots of homework
Test heavy
So many papers
5.0
2.0
AST1002
Grade: A
Dec 14, 2020
Would take again

Easiest class I have taken. She sends you a PowerPoint & you teach yourself. She will provide feedback if needed. Maybe 5 question tops on her homework that SHE WRITES FOR YOU! Easiest college A EVER! If your a full-time worker... please take this.... Test r a breeze... & as long as you turn in ur work (that takes u maybe 10 min to do) you will pa

5.0
1.0
AST1002
Grade: A+
Dec 18, 2020
Would take again

I took this class online and she did no live meetings . Homework was easy, she did all tests open notes. All the information is in her power points

Gives good feedback
Accessible outside class
5.0
5.0
PHY2053
May 24, 2021
Would take again

Professor Grassos was a fantastic professor, and I found her tests and quizzes to be very fair and exactly what we did in class. We are only graded on 6 quizzes and 5 tests, but she drops the lowest. She made reviews for the tests which were very similar to the test, so if you study those youll do great. Also, study the powerpoints!

EXTRA CREDIT
Test heavy
Graded by few things
1.0
1.0
ESC1000
Grade: Drop/Withdrawal
Jan 18, 2022
Wouldn't take again

Notes are designed to be taken online but taking her in person is a struggle. Very slow and I recommend everyone just take the class online. VERY strict about masks even though it is not required by the school.

Lecture heavy
5.0
2.0
ESC1000
Grade: A
Dec 7, 2022
Would take again

She is a caring professor who wants everyone to succeed. Her powerpoints are straightforward and reflect well in the exams. She provides five extra credit quizzes for every test. Do the homework because they add up in the end. The tests are easy if you pay attention in class and take notes.

EXTRA CREDIT
Amazing lectures
Caring
4.0
3.0
AST1002
Grade: A
Apr 26, 2023
Would take again

Professor Grasso is super nice!! There is a bit of homework but each is assignment is less than 10 questions and very easy to complete with your notes. The practice tests she puts on Canvas made the exams much easier. Overall, an easy A and a very entertaining class!

Amazing lectures
Hilarious
5.0
1.0
ESC1000
Grade: B
May 3, 2023
Would take again

She was pretty good. I take her for Earth Science 1000. I would take her to anyone science class in the future. She also reviewed the PowerPoint in every chapter and gave us a bonus quiz to help us with the test. Overall just studying the slides, you will be fine on your test. My experience in her class was pretty good, and she is laid back prof.

Amazing lectures
Caring
Respected
5.0
2.0
ASTR1002
Grade: A
May 3, 2023
Would take again

Professor Grasso is a tough woman, but she is an amazing professor. Her lectures can be long, but she makes them fun by putting in her own input and by showing videos. She drops the lowest assignment and test grade at the end of the semester, which is nice. She is very blunt with what she wants, but personally, I love it. Def recommend her!

Clear grading criteria
Hilarious
Lecture heavy
5.0
3.0
EARTHSCIENCE
Grade: C+
May 9, 2023
Would take again

Professor Grasso is a great teacher, you just need to study the slides and you should be fine. She gives out extra credit for each test and it's super easy. Prof Grasso is great, but if you don't study then you'll fail.

Respected
5.0
3.0
ESC1000
Grade: B
May 11, 2023
Would take again

If you pay attention in class, you'll pass this class without a problem! Gives very easy homework, her test sare not hard if you study the slides that she presents in class. Very funny and charismatic professor.

EXTRA CREDIT
Clear grading criteria
Hilarious
5.0
1.0
AST1002
Grade: A+
Jun 26, 2023
Would take again

very nice lady, would take again, wish all professors were like this

Amazing lectures
Hilarious
Caring
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Attendance Mandatory

66%

Textbook Required

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