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CHM1045 - 1.0 rating“Professor Rines online class is very organized, everything is self explanatory”
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Do not take this class if it's once a week. I took her for Chem 2 and the people I knew who took it online were doing really well, while my whole class was struggling. Her quizzes are 1-5 questions usually, she hasn't changed her tests in years, and her wording is confusing. Skip this professor and take her husband. Teaching isn't her passion.
Very smart woman, she has so many degrees it's impressive, but her teaching is terrible. EXPECT TO TEACH YOURSELF. She wants you to know everything from reading book, will miss class often, teaches entire chapter in one day then gives you a 5 question quiz or 16 question test that gives no room for error
Every class you review a PowerPoint she does examples and explains concepts. There is no daily homework all chapter homework assigned is due before you take the test. If you do the homework you get a 100% it is a completion grade and really helps bump your grade up. There is a quiz after every chapter and a test usually after ever two.
She is very nice and kind to students. She does examples that are similar on the test, so you should copy it down. Tests and quizzes can be easy if you study, because there are no tricky questions. Final exam is VERY important to study for. Would take her again for Chem2 but she does hybrid classes in fall which is hard for me. Overall, she's great
Go to class. Listen if possible. Do the homework's (they take max 2 hrs once a week). Study her examples she goes over in class. She's clearly a very intelligent woman, chem 2 is supposed to be a challenging course, don't get surprised when you have to study to do well. Its not impossible, she's a good teacher, its up to your studying.
Her heavy accent would be fine if her lectures were comprehensible but they're not. She goes too fast, what she covers Isnt even accurate to what goes on the quizzes and tests. Her SI is also too fast and not helpful. I can't recommend her unless you're strong at math or similar.
She will use a quarter of the class to tell you about her personal life and then rushes explaining problems. Her excuse for going fast is that "well, I'm a professional". I guess she doesn't see that her students are not professionals. I even tried to meet with after class and she was no help. Unless you like teaching yourself don't take her.
She's a very smart woman with some interesting life stories, but if you don't have a background in chemistry it's very difficult to pass this class. Lectures are fast-paced, and quizzes and tests don't reflect what's learned and can be worded badly. I can't say I'd recommend her, but if you do take her make sure you are already pretty good at chem.
It's a lot of material that needs to be cover, 8 quizzes, 4 tests and a final. Because of that she can't go in depth with the class, you will have to self-teach the material and if you don't have a background in chemistry, I'd suggest that you use the SI (don't miss a single SI) and go to the learning center too or you will fail miserably...
Professor Rines has made chemistry so easy for me. A lot of people didn't like her because she was a little bit tough with her tests, but she really really does care for her students. She tries her hardest to ensure that all students pass her class. Do not be afraid to work though. Just do your homework and a little bit of extra practice!
She is kinda Hard to understand and she just goes through PowerPoints. She does a few examples on the board and goes at a fast pace
I'll just keep it short and simple, if you see her name DO NOT take her!! Take my advice please, her class is set up for you to fail. I took her online and it was horrible the WHOLE semester! I've always been an A/B student, but her class was extremely hard I couldn't even make a C. Thank Me Later
I am currently finishing up taking her for chm1046, and the reviews below are simply not true. Yes, her class is a little difficult but no you will not fail, as long as you study. Even she recommends not taking her online because she knows Chem 2 is a bit more difficult. Overall kind and caring professor.
Do NOT shy away from taking her. She's honestly a great professor, and cares for her students! The only downfall in her class are the quizzes, since there aren't many questions, you don't have room for mistakes; but her quizzes aren't worth much anyway. She's a great professor
Dr Rines rushes through material until withdrawal date, then proceeds to rush through remaining material even with excess time. Much time is wasted on quizzes. Incredibly intelligent as a Russian nuclear chemist. Catch phrase is, "This is easy!" Meanwhile, lab professor spouts about difficulty of topic. Good chemist, but professor? ... not so much.
Awful. Goes off on tangents all the time, does not focus lectures/homework on what you will be tested on, excessively disorganized teaching methods, unavailable and uncaring. I am taking CHM1045 at a different school now and I have ZERO problems with the material. She may know chemistry but she cannot teach it for her life. DO NOT TAKE HER.
It was a pleasure learning from Dr. Rines, this professor really helps establish a solid base for chemistry! Yes, material is new and may seem difficult, but attending class where she explains and even gives real life examples will help you in your education.
Tests are very hard and she doesn't always explain things very well. I did a good job on the quizzes and homework but would fail the tests. I had to go to tutoring and still wouldn't do well on tests. It's very a very challenging class
Very educated in chemistry but not educated in teaching. Not accessable outside of class, does not make time to help you, tells you to get extra help elsewhere. Rushes through her lectures, says all the material is primitive stuff and acts like we should already know it. Lots of quizs and test never goes over them or give feedback.
Dr. Rines was one of the best professors I ever had. Yes, she is hard, but she prepared me so much for whats to come that I can't even begin to tell you how grateful I am that I took her for 1045 and 1046. I miss her lectures, her tests are more than fair and she is always available to help. Do take her! Be prepared to work hard.
Rines is a nice individual however she should not be teaching. She isn't a good professor so be prepared to teach everything to yourself.
Dr. Rines isn't someone who is going to give you an A, you have to work for it. She is tough, but that's because she has a passion for Chemistry. My advice is going to the SI not just before the exams but way before then because that's what honestly got me from a 46 to a solid 80. She has a heavy accent but ask questions and she will help you.
If you're self motivated, then this is the online class for you. It's not easy but it is very well organized. There are no lectures but she gives lots of examples. The Professor grades quickly, responds to emails, and there's extra credit. Super tough grader though: weighs test/quiz questions by difficulty; the hardest question be worth like 30pts.
She is by far my favorite teacher here. This is my second time taking her and she is very helpful. Especially during her tests, so go up and ask all the questions you want she will basically give you the answer. She can be tough but you WILL learn in her class. She is very knowledgeable.
She a good teacher but you have to teach yourself it was worth taking her. She one of the smartest teacher I know.
The only reason I learned and passed this class was from Tim our SI. He was my professor. She's TERRIBLE & can't teach!!! She goes on & on ab how she's a great professor & an amazing teacher. She's very hard to understand. We'd have a quiz one day and then the next class would be the test. She does let you use handouts which was the only good thing
Professor Rines online class is very organized, everything is self explanatory. Weekly homework, quiz, discussion board & a test every 2 weeks. I am not the studying type, I wait till the day the assignments are due to complete them, and it's not a hassle for me at all. If you are like me, I recommend taking her online class, you won't regret it
This professor is a very tough grader. I had her for chem 1 & 2. Her tests are nothing like the material she asks to review!!! Tests make up most of ur grade as well. Theres a lot of homework and quizzes, and if you do good on them it barely boosts your grade, if you do bad it will drop your grade. No extra credit!
Professor Rines is a great professor. She knows the material extremely well and likes to teach. She answers questions whenever you have them but prefers you wait until she is done teaching a new lesson. She also shares some pretty cool stories about her life:)
Professor rines is a very tough grader. The practice tests and homework questions are not even close to what she gives on the test. We had 4 tests and about 7 quizzes and Cengage math homework. The quizzes and homework do almost nothing to your grade so your grade depends on how well you do on the tests.
I am taking this professor again next semester for chem 2 because she's a chill professor, she has cool stories to tell and know the subject very well. chem is not an easy class but she makes it easier to understand and have extra information online.
Do not take! She mean and very strict. Requires so much of very students and grades very hard. I would not recommend taking her
Took her class during the summer for six weeks. 10 homework assignments, and quizzes and exams every other day (about 18 questions each). Very nice on giving points back for a question that she marked wrong on a test if you got it right. Go to tutoring as much as possible and study, and you will pass with an A. She makes chemistry less stressful.
Professor Rines is very knowledgeable. I took her for CHM1045 in class and 1046 online. I suggest in class. She can hands on guide you and has cool stories. YOU MUST STUDY. She gave me good feedback online every time I asked a question. She is an absolute sweetheart. 4 test, drops lowest. 6 quizez 15%, HW 20%, Final exam 25%. Would take her again.
I noticed she didnt have bad reviews with CHM1045 online and took the risk. Was worth it, I got a B+ I couldve gotten an A if I didnt miss a homework assignment and did better on a quiz and a test from the beginning of the class but it was pretty simple easy A on the discussions and homework assignments. Also you need a computer with a web cam.
I took professor Rines this summer online for CHM1045 and it was worth it. There was a discussion due every week on Sunday night as well as a test or quiz, you never have a test and quiz due in the same week. I got a 100 on all discussions just go on Youtube. Also HW is easy I missed two & did poorly on two quizzes and a test, and got an A.
TERRIBLE TEACHER & SHE DOES NOT TEACH! She knows her stuff and has cool stories, but she is terrible at teaching chem. You have a quiz almost every class fill in the blanks and some multiple choice. You pass the quizzes you'll be fine, you fail the quizzes you're doomed. DEFINITELY have to study! She makes chem more confusing than it already is!
It's an online Chem course, the content is difficult, that being said, Prof Rines makes it MORE than achievable to get an A in this class. Discussions and HW are easy 100% that rack your grade up. She will go over any quiz with you and answers emails fast and posts practice problems that really help prep you. Gives you handouts for the tests.
This class is organized and self explanatory with thorough powerpoints. Biweekly homework, quizzes, discussion board & a test every 2 weeks. Do the homework and get a good understanding of the questions because the quizzes are pretty similar. The exams are fair, simple and multiple choice. She is easy to contact through email. Take this class!
Most of your learning will happen outside of the class for this. You need to know the material before you attend her lecture. Her lectures are interesting, but don't expect to be test ready simply by sitting thru a lecture. She has entertaining stories from working as a chemist and knows other good histories of chemistry. You won't be bored!
Pretty tough course, but Dr. Rines makes it easier. She's very helpful and knowledgeable. Graded on HW (20%), tests (35%), quizzes(15%), discussions (5%), and final(25%). 1 test is dropped and she gives EC questions on quizzes & tests. All MC questions. HWs are long, and oddly enough the quizzes are harder than the tests.
Professor Rines has a little bit of an accent. I enjoyed her class. With a little bit of studying, I got an A. Sh has quizzes and tests that re to the point. I would definitely recommend it. Easy A if you put the work in!
She is very knowledgable, and always makes sure students have the resources to do well. Her lectures were very thorough and she takes the time to go over anything you don't understand, very responsive outside of class. She has a TA assigned to every class who leads study sessions weekly for anyone who needs it, though I never felt it necessary.
I took this professor online and even through distance learning it was clear that she was invested in her student's success. She provides ample resources to help you understand the material and doesn't leave you hanging like so many teachers. She is ready and willing to help students out. Took her online at BC not PBSC.
She kind of makes it harder than it has to be.
Took her at online at BC she alright, but then again this class is fully online. So there is no lectures. You gotta work for it. She will reply to questions but could be more detailed. There are a lot of Knewton assignments so be prepared. She will change your grade if you ask nicely and explain. I went from B to an A
I took Dr. Rines for Gen Chem 1/2 and it was great! She's really sweet and helpful. Online course is more "hands-off", so keep that in mind. I learn better on my own and preferred it. Her quizzes are difficult, but the tests are generally easier. HWs can be very long, so be prepared. Also, go to SI: her tutors for both classes were amazing!
1/3 labs 1/3 tests 1/3 assignments 100% percent say to pass if you complete all the assignments. Test 2 is super hard and the final also
Literally traumatized after a month of this class. Professor got mad after I kept asking questions and started ignoring them even though she saw how lost I was. Didnt make it easy for anybody, what she goes through isnt whats on the tests, her lessons suck and she wont care that youre lost.
Worst prof I ever took, all she did was post powerpoints and never explained anything on them, expected us to read WHOLE chapters in 5 days and basically teach yourself and tests werent even close to what the homework was. I was so stressed out the whole semester, went to tutoring nothing helped cause she never taught foundation, gave up at the end
Professor Marina Rine spoke literally once at the introduction of the class and we have never seen her again. This is literally a "pay full price but teach yourself" type of class. Her quizzes, tests and homework is extremely difficult with no support from her. Marina Rines is a department head as well which makes this all even more shocking.
This woman shouldn't be a department head. She doesn't know what it takes to even be a professor. No support. Why did I pay for this class when It was all self taught in the end. This professor makes a shame of what Broward College has to truly offer...
Great Professor, she's very well organized and gives you everything. I had her for both 1045 and 1046. She uses common sense when it comes to homework, quizzes and tests. all of the handouts, notes, lectures and anything you would need for this class is there and easily accessible. GREAT PROFESSOR! Definitely take her course.
SI sessions definitely help! I would not have passed without them. 4 tests, 4 discussion posts, a bunch of quizzes and tests, and the final. There are no makeup exams, but she drops the lowest test grade. Extra credit questions on the final also help. If you understand how to do the questions on the practice test you will pass. Quizzes are harder.
Wouldnt have passed without the SI sessions! There are no makeup exams, but she drops the lowest test grade. If you understand how to do the questions on the practice test you will definitely pass. Extra credit questions on the final. For some reason the quizzes are harder than tests and homework really only helped me balance my bad quiz grades.
I loved her, she's so sympathetic and truly a nice person. I recommend taking her class. her work is not that hard if you just complete all the assignments, easy a
Professor doe snot speak English, she is simply horrible. Does not respond to emails. Don't take her.
Don't take this professor. She is not responding to emails. No explanations, She dos not know what's she is doing in online class. The class runs by itself. Students straggle.
I came from Ohio. Took few classes at PBCC. It was the worse experience in my life with this professor. Felt like a grad level class. Made it clear on syllabus not to email with questions. She Was rude. Exam weight was unfair. Acts surprised when majority class doesn't understand concepts taught moments prior. The syllabus were a mess, no direc
Worst. Professor. Ever. She posts lectures that barely explain anything. The given tutor does not respond. Exam weighs for most of your grade. Just a horrible class overall. This is supposed to be INTRODUCTORY to chemistry but feels 10x harder, and I actually study and do the work. Do not take her because you will have to teach yourself. Horrible.
For the future student reading this, for the love of god listen to the more recent reviews before making a decision. If you are highly independent and self-driven AND you are not taking too many difficult classes. You MIGHT be okay. You better be good at self-teaching, because that is all you will do, good luck.
PLEASE READ THIS, dont take her class for the love god, absolutely does not know how to teach, this in no way is to diss her as a scientist or intellectual, the woman just cant teach , she blows threw the chapters, her accent makes it very hard to understand her, she doesnt lay a foundation, and if you ask a question shes not gonna answer it
If you put in the work and get tutored and do the homework and study you will be great
Marina Rines spoke literally once at the introduction of the class and we have never seen her again. This is literally a "pay full price but teach yourself" type of class. Her quizzes, tests and homework is extremely difficult with no support from her. I don't recommend her.
Horrible instructor. Do not speak English clearly. DO not respond to students email. No communication in the class. What am I paying for? I want to go to the nursing program.
Worst Instructor. Marina posts lectures that barely explain anything. The given tutor does not respond. Exam weighs for most of your grade. Just a horrible class overall. This is supposed to be INTRODUCTORY to chemistry but feels 10x harder, and I actually study and do the work. Do not take her because you will have to teach yourself. Horrible
Dr. Rines is a wonderful professor. She put my success first, she was very quick at responding to all my emails. I had a few times where I missed assignments and she was very gracious to allow me to make it up. Her lectures were all very clear and allowed us to see MANY examples on how to work through problems.
Self paced/self taught just like most online courses. Yes, she has a heavy accent but not impossible to comprehend. You can tell she cares, quick email responses, easy disc. posts, double check test/quiz grading because system auto generates ?'s and grading. Prof fixed my quiz grade immediately after I notified her of the error. Would def recommend
I don't know why Dr. Rines has received so many negative reviews, she is indeed amazing. She responds to emails quickly. Read through her PowerPoint slides, do homework, and you'll be golden. She drops the lowest of 4 tests. Just put on the work and you'll get the grade you want. Dr. Rines and her SI will help you succeed in this class.
Dr. marina is not a professor, she cannot explain very well the concept. She is not responding to emails. I would not recommend this professor, you will be teaching yourself chemistry.
She is not an instructor, she is a babysitter. No explanation you learn on your own. No communication with students.
Do not take her. She is not teaching or explain simple concept, she does not speak English enough, difficult understand the science. I cannot give a good point.
Professor Rines does not care if you understand a concept or not, she rushes through her lectures, you get a quiz for every chapter then a hard test. Do Not take her, this is my 4th semester at PBSC and she is the worst professor ever!!!!!!!!
Your whole grade is based on tests and quizzes. Mind you the quizzes are only like 6-8 questions but each question is not weighted the same. You can get all 5/6 right but if you miss that one question that's 30pts you pretty much already failed. If you care about your GPA and have a social life out of school like work don't take this class.
Took CHM1045 with Dr. Rines and thought CHM1046 would be a breeze. Nope, couldn't be more wrong. It's a self study type of class. I relied more on my tutors and the homework problems to study than the professor actually teaching. If you want to suffer from self studying and powerpoint lectures that barely help for the tests/quizzes, be my guest.
As a dual enrollment student the class was definitely coursework heavy, and could be a lot to manage if taken with other hard courses. However, the professor was ALWAYS understanding and flexible when you communicate your concerns. As long as you're willing to put in the work and time, you should do great!
As a person who struggles with chemistry, this teacher was amazing, there wasn't an overwhelming amount of hw and she actually wants you to learn. Definitely recommend her
This professor goes out of her way to ensure that all of her students succeed. She was attentive to her emails so if I had any questions I got a response quickly. She has practice tests before you take a test and they are very similar to the actual test. There isn't much homework. I would recommend this professor to anyone taking this course.
Terrible. The PowerPoints she has on canvas do not help with tests at all. Her lecture videos consist of her just mumbling random examples expecting us to know what she is talking about. If you genuinely care about your GPA don't take her.... You're paying for a class that you are teaching yourself the whole semester..
Online tests are done by the lockdown browser WITH webcam and she has a bible of requirements you need in order to take a test on camera without being disqualified for cheating or some other bs. Don't bother if you're taking her fully online
Powerpoints, homework, and test reviews do not correlate with the tests. Video reviews were disorganized. I took many tutoring sessions and even that didnt help. If you take tests with laptops, you're screwed, as she forces you to point the camera to your lap. Final exam review was given 6 days before the class ended. DO NOT TAKE THIS PROFESSOR.
Dr. Rines wants us to succeed in her class! She gives you formulas and other material that can be used during testing. Dr. Rines was always available for me to discuss my concerns and questions. Her lectures cover types of questions on tests. Thank you Dr. Rines for caring how I did in this class, it made a difference for me!!!!
Reads off w/thick accent, 11 chapters,4 exams (60% ONE dropped), final exam MANDATORY 35%, discussions 5%, Pearson 20%. Exam 1=practice test, other exams COMPLETELY DIFFERENT, HARDER! Exam EVERY week/NO curving. HW can take a WHOLE day to complete. PALS instructor available. READ BOOK! DON'T FALL BEHIND! 1-2 EC Q for Exam 2&3. 9 subchapters PER CH.
I don't understand the bad rating. Professor Marina only wants her students to succeed. She gave tons of extra credit and resources in order to pass her class, but her homework is really extreme. Her tests aren't that hard; they're just like the practice test. Just study, and you'll be alright. I am taking her again for Chemistry 2.
I took her for a B semester class. The slideshows needed for the homework were longer than an hour. The homework is also very long. The practice exam does not look anything like the exam will. She sends out an announcement on what to study, but it is not accurate for exams. No matter how much I studied, I struggled so hard in this class. Stay Away.
I personally reached out via email two separate times throughout the semester in regards to discussing my grade and going over my exam and never even got a response. Lectures are very outdated and she does not even lecture on all the material just highlights what she believes are the main points and sometimes does not even solve the full problems.
I was told her accent makes it difficult to understand, but really, it wasn't a problem for me - i actually like accents! I did miss 2 quizzes, it cost me an A.
Chemistry is a tough subject, but this professor surely doesn't make it any easier. The test examples are useless; they're rarely similar to the exams. Pearson's homework takes hours, days, or even weeks to complete, and doesn't help with the quizzes she assigns. Their assignments don't match Pearson's curriculum, you won't even know what to study.
The Class it is not easy . Although if you study and be prepared for it . It is not hard to have s good grade . She is very understanding if you need an extra day to study for the exam . Just be honest, go to office hours and you are good to go p
Dr. Rines is an extremely caring professor. Of course, as she teaches a tough course in a matter of weeks, it can be a little understand. As long as you attend the free tutoring and study efficiently/smartly, you'll pass with an A! That's how I did it. Note there is a LOT of homework, and she moves fast during lecture. Overall I'd take her again!
I would avoid. The lectures don't match the quizzes/tests. Lockdown browser with external webcam and overall just not a good teacher. Homework is dreadful as well and takes hours
I signed up for a class with her, and she wasn't even there, and another teacher took over. She has a very heavy russian accent that may be hard for many to comprehend.
Dr rines was very difficult because of her strict testing policy. You'd have to position a camera to make sure she sees your screen, desk, hands and everything! However I did end up getting an A! She drops the lowest test grade too. Tests are a big chunk of your grade so make sure to study well. I will say tho it was a difficult class bc of her 😭
I don't understand all the negativity behind this teacher. Yes chemistry is difficult and this course has lots of tests but she genuinely cares and will help if you ask for it. I was able to bump my grade up from an 88 to a 90 simply by asking her.
Not sure why she got so many bad reviews. My class and I loved her! Homework for each chapters is due the day we take a test. 4 tests, and lowest grade gets dropped. 10 quizzes. Bonus questions on most the tests + quizzes! Impossible to get a bad grade, you must put work in. Plenty of tutors accessible as well. Will take her again!!!
Class Info
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Attendance Mandatory
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Textbook Required
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