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Great teacher you really learn alot from her.
she is tough but you learn if you study. prepares well and is very smart. recomended
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she cannot bring material down to a level anyone can understand, she teaches microbiology instead of bio for majors, she is very unclear, and when she lectures no one understands what she is talking about. I DO NOT RECOMMEND HER
She is a tough teacher. I tried hard in her class and did not do that great. She forces the students to learn a lot. She keeps a prestigious class. Over all I recommend her class, even thou I did not do great in her class
Tough teacher, but worth taking her class. You have to study hard. Amazing amount of material covered. Hard semester while in her class, yet I felt I came away with something worthwhile. I recommend her, but be prepared to work.
She's tough, but she eliminates the weak members of medical field...she answers questions IF you ask them...read and study and you'll do fine... grades test on a curve
very hard pro. even for Majors in bio.
Intro to Biology was horrid.... She is a very vague, not open to suggestions, and is about the most closed minded person you would imagine. She is awful... don't get annoyed by her excessive overusage of "K?" And "REMEMBER?"
HARD CLASS!She wrote the lab book!She goes very in depth,requires TONS of studying,2-3 essays/test(but given hints on them)You'll hate it when in her class but you learn lots.Looking back,I'm glad I took the class.Don't give up.She's hard at the begining & weeds out ppl who dont want it bad enough.
She is a good professor and holds her students to a high standard. Study guides for exams are helpful. Ive learned alot in her class and I am glad I took it
i hated this class don't take bio with her. her tests were hard and long.
I found Ms. Phillips to be an excessively intolerant person. The students she likes are allowed to contribute in class and everyone she feels is not up to her standard is left to blow in the wind. She needs to learn that teaching is more than concentrating on the top one percent of the class.
She is a very intelligent and kind lady. Her class was extremely difficult for me. I knew it would be a challenge after the first couple of classes. The tests are hard, so you really need to study as much as possible. Then maybe you can understand what she is teaching.
I ahve taken AP Biology in high school and here class is not as hard but still here test can kill you if you dont study for them. If you are not a Bio major or really interested in Biology then get out of her class but she will set you up inf you have to take harder class and she does know her stuff
She is an awesome instructor who knows her subject matter in detail. Her test are tough, but if you study, you will pass the class with a good grade. If you want to be taught by one of the best, take her class. She will prepare you for the other science subjects that are to come.
I got into this class by accident. I had taken AP Bio in hs, but I had not intended to take a majors BIO class in college. HOWEVER, I did surprisingly well in the class and I really enjoyed it, so I am changing my major as a result. I now plan to major in BIO and go to VET school. :)
Ms. Phillips is a very caring teacher.I ended up in the hospital for 10 days this semester and she offered to tutor me if needed. She gives great reviews for exams.The class is hard but if you can't handle it then mabey you souldn't be in Bio for majors!
You have to really pay attention in this class, especially in lab. She asks you to work on something independently, then interupts to ask a question about something totally different, causing you to have to stop what you are doing to search for her answer. Causes stress. She is very sweet though.
She has a heart of gold. Her class is challenging but she will bend over backwards to meet you half way. You have to work for it, but if she see's you're trying, she'll work with you. I like her a lot.
This was my 11th class at TCC and Ms. Phillips is one of TCC's best instructors. This isn't an easy subject so you have to study to do well. Don't take her expecting an easy A.
Ms. Phillips is an excellent instructor! She actually cares about her students. You will have to apply yourself and class participation goes a long way. Would recommend as an important foundation for majors. She is also very funny! I had fun!
Wow! This woman was a psycho! I'm a 4.0 student in general, but this class about killed me!! We had to be able to make detailed drawings on the tests. I've never seen such difficult tests. Also, if your group gets stuck with a slack, you're just screwed! Presentations are required with vague instruction as the rule. Avoid her like the plague!!!!
I thought she was one of the best professors I have ever had. Her class is tough but if you apply yourself, study, and show up to class you will do well. Lab practicals are very challenging. Do all the extra credit you can. She is a very nice lady and she tries very hard to make sure you have a good understanding of course material.
WAY TOO PICKY about Lab papers and subjective short answers on tests, ENGLISH is NOT a prerequsite for the class, but perhaps it should be. She did not pay attention to the body and understnding of the material handed in , only the appearance of it. Find another teacher, she literally wrote the lab manual!
Mary Phillips runs a very tight ship. Shes really picky on lots of miniscule details, most of which have nothing to do with the subject matter. VERY difficult class for non-majors. Not an easy A, or B for that matter. She did write the lab manual for the class, so I would suggest taking this course from someone else.
I took her clas for non majors and felt like I was in a class for majors, work wasnt to hard but test were very long and difficult. If you have A.D.D dont take her class you will go crazy
I liked her. I do admit that if you get on her bad side then you are out of luck but if you don't do anything to piss her off then you are good. I'm the class clown and I had a great time in her class. but there were only 15 of us and the class was very close. Her tests just get you ready for a real university so get use to it.
Great! Fabulous and best instructor ever!
She is a GREAT lady and cares about her students. Labs are easy, tests are hard, and no assignments. She is scatter brained and hard to follow. Don't expect a A!
alot of people said she hard she is but not that hard i hardly study before test and fail one with a 52%but my lab grade was an 80% and i passed the class with a c i study real hard two to three days before the test and passed with c on the rest of the test .. she gives up 20 extra credit point no home work except labs requires some
If you are majoring in a science/health field this is the best class to prepare you for university level classes. She expects her students to learn and work hard. I passed with a 98% overall. She is very willing to help students learn.
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she is confusing in class. Her notes are not clear about her tests and she gets distracted easily. She is very passionate about what she teaches but is not very good at it.
Do not take her, she will make your life very hard. I used to like biology until I had her. It seemed very confusing, and she will not help you. Do yourself a favor and do not take her.
Mary is a wonderful instructor. I have to admit the ratings were intimidating, but so not true! Realize that you must study. She is preparing you for your major. If you work hard your grade will reflect that. Had a great time in her class. Caring and funny. Go to her if you need help. Loved it and peaked my interest in the subject.
Mary was an excellent teacher! Very caring, and very helpful but a little hard to follow at times. You just have to pay attention and study study study study so don't expect an easy "A". The comments before are very true, your grade will reflect how much effort you put in the class. If you have to take Biology for majors i definately recommend her.
She really makes you think about what you believe. Going to the zoo is fun. Many assignments can be done from home and online. Best teacher I ever had. I learned a lot. She is very helpful and not too hard.
i liked her alot, and i liked her class. it was not a blow-off, i worked hard for my A. But, she was always happy to help and knew what she was talking about. she gave extra credit and was always in a good mood. Just do the work and study and you will love her and the class!
FUN Class...great films...Helpful and warm teacher. Stick it out..she is VERY fair with grades.
MS P is AWESOME! The class is very challenging because there are lots of nurses and doctors that drive up the curve. If you want to learn and WORK....she's the one.
One of the best teachers I've ever had. She was EXTREMELY understanding of students' hectic lives, and she was always willing to give out extra credit. Her class was pretty challenging, but not horrid. Although the material got pretty meticulous, her mood always made the class something I looked forward to. Take her if you're serious about Medicine
I loved her quote "Guys, remember C's get degrees" Don't stress about grades, do your best. She says she will help you AND SHE DOES! She wants you to succeed. She kids around about all her students giving her free medical, dental and PT services when she is old.... She can count on me...She writes you great letters of recommendation! Get to k
GREAT GREAT GREAT BEST Teacher I've ever had. Tough but fair. Do the Extra credit
Class projects were very interesting. I did a community service project and learned more than ever. I also got a job from the place I went. Tests are fair and are curved. I liked her alot.
I learned a lot. Use the Guide to Writing for your lab reprots and citations! Ms P is VERY smart and knowledgeable. You will work but will learn a lot. VERY FAIR with grades.
definitely one of the best professors ever! excellent lecturer, and really knows how to simplify biology. labs are usually let out early. i loved taking her class. highly recommended A+++++!!!
You gotta have Ms P. She's the best, most caring teacher on this planet. Plan to read the and study. Some of the test questions are from the MCAT so..it is GREAT! She prepares you for nursing and med school. Best teacher I ever had!
Mrs P is a very good teacher. If you don't understand, she will explain it to you. She pushes you to learn more. She gives extra credit. She does reviews for the test. Buy the book, she does use it a lot.
I am taking upper division courses and took the MCAT. I did well thanks to Ms P. No one prepares you like she does! She is a GREAT GREAT professor. You have to read and sudy. She gives you the essays ahead of the exam. Lab write-ups will help for upper division courses.
I LOVED THIS WOMAN! She is so enthusiastic about BIO. It is her life! She will not give a test unless everyone is ready for it. If you have a question, she will stop the entire class until she knows every1 is clear on it. Not an easy A, but not a hard class. LOVED IT!
I agree Ms P is the best. She really tries to make sure you get it! She helped me so much and not just with school. She cares. Excellent, a lot of info, do the Extra credit and use all the textbooks ,lab and Guide book. It really helps! I got an A. Did great on the MCAT
She's smart, funny but very serious about Biology. Loved her lecture "Death by the Decimal." I finally learned the metric system. She is patient and loves to learn herself. Use the Guide to write and do graphs. It really helps. Could not have done as well.She REALLy tries to help you.
I AGREE..she is the best! You must study and attend class. She cares and works with you. Stick it out. LOVED Ms P.
I loved Mrs. P. She was awesome! Participate in class, read your book- don't just rely on lecture, and put some time into it and it'll be a breeze. Stick it out through the first couple weeks; once the class starts to thin down she loosens up. I loved her- listen to what she has to say- she knows a lot. Make sure you Read your book (or a Bio book)!!!
FANTASTIC - teacher and class. Absolutely the BEST teacher at TCC. She is always willing to help, very fair. You have to read the book, use the guide for lab reports and graphs (a MUST), LOved it. I learned so much. Wished she taught another class I need.
Mrs. P. is an excellent teacher, only complaint is that she doesn't teacher any other classes I need. She really knows her stuff and does everything she can to help students learn. Very fair, great sense of humor. Use the guide to writing for lab reports, it's a lifesaver. Tough class, but stick it out, and ask for help if needed. I earned an A.
She was great! Tests were tough but there are plenty of other points to boost up your grade. She gives you the final to take home before you take it. I learned so much from this class and she really cares about what she's teaching! She's a cool, smart lady!
Mrs. P is the best.! she simplifies biology in a very understandable way, and she's always available to help. very fast response with email...she's extremely smart, knowledgeable, and humorous; her classes are very enjoyable. she definitely prepares you well for the next level. you will learn a lot from her.
Wonderful, kind and generous. SMART.....but keeps things simple. Read the book and don't be absent. She will work with you.
I loved Mrs. Phillips! She is an excellent instructor! She loves what she does, and it shows. It's not an easy class, but if you put forth the effort she requires, you'll do fine.
GREAT! AWESOME, HARD CLASS. I learned so much. You need to read the book, take notes. This is not a class you can miss too many classes and keep up. Ms Phillips is the BEST EVER. she loves bio...you will, too! STUDY.
THE BEST TEACHER and I have had many. You will need to EARN your A. Read the textbook and follow the Guide for lab reports. It has a sample lab! Her tests are hard. SHe does curve, but not much. Do the extra credit. She loves biology, but most important, she makes you feel special. No question is stupid. Sometimes, she smiles, and asks you to l
I am taking Ms P this summer for non-majors. The best, most useful class I've had. Current issues and all new tech stuff biotech, nanotech.. I had never jheard of before...makes you think and learning is really fun.Labs are not too long and the. Read book and Guide. Tests are from notes and book. She gives the essays ahead of time..Do them!
Wonderful teacher! She makes you want to learn. Very pleasant person to be around
Excellent intructor.very helpful and approachable.gives 25 extra credit points.and you go on two field trips.this woman knows her stuff and enjoys teaching bio.tests are ok jus study powerpoints and study guides she gives.passed class with a A+...you wont regret taking her class!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!1
Ms Phillips makes you think...HIV, Mad Cow, frog decline, nanotech, some stuff I have not even heard about ever! I now read the NY Times! and Yahoo news... Bio was a blast!Cool YouTube and websites. Study her notes. She tells you most of the questions on the test during review. Do essays ahead of time.
Phillips was an excellent teacher. She told us what to expect at the beginning of the semester. She told us the class would be intensive but she was reasonable and was always ready to help. The class defiantly prepared me for upper level bio classes.
Sometimes I am frustrated with her "openness", but overall I do like Prof Phillips. She makes you think about issues around you. If you are in lab and you are really lost, she will help you. She is good at reviewing you for the test and actually recognizes when you are learning difficult material. I took for her non-majors and I'm glad i did.
Great Teacher! This girl knows her stuff and really enjoys to teach. I had her for majors. The material is difficult but hang in there it gets better at the end of the semester. If you are heading in the medical field, Professor P will help you understand Bio and prepare you for your next classes. I love her!!!
Professor Phillips will definitely make you think! She has high standards and expects students to meet them. She is fair but you have to do the labs and study.
WOW! She is tough, but very fair. Plan to read, write and study. Fun and interesting material. She loves biology and shares news reporst and current events as they happen with us! I learned a lot in class and about myself. Highly recommend her. She's the BEST!
My favorite teacher ever. Her guest speakers are great! The project opportunity was the best! Her current events and YouTube are really fun and a nice break. You do have to come to class. She doesn't like absences. You can get a good grade if you try and do the work.
All her powerpoints are on Bb. Some tests are online and open book...I'm glad we were her first class to try. The tests were still tough. Don't miss lab, read the book and study. If you want to learn, take her! She helps everyone who asks for help!!! Loved her!
Great class..not too hard. Prof P is very good. Buy the Guide to help you set up your paper, do graphs, and lab reports. The discussions were the best!
Great Professor! Was out for 3 weeks due to surgery and still passed class. Only read 1st chapter PowerPoints are where she bases her tests. Got an A on almost all tests. Take her if you can Especially if you want to know all about Biology and it's uses. Great Great Teacher that Ms. P.
She teaches the boring stuff and then has fun with current events and YouTube... Had fun learning and working very hard. She is very fair. Go to class, talk to her. She will be helpful if you ask. Wish I could have her for all my classes.
AMAZING class. I have never learned so much useful things in my life. Study the notes. Ask questions. She relly cares and wrote me a great premed letter! AWESOME PROF
I am presently in this class. Fifth week and I love it. This professor really is an asset to TCC. She is highly professional and knows her job inside and out and passes much of her knowledge on to the student. Awesome teacher and professional. Colleges need more of her caliber.
I am in Ms Phillips' Blended Bio - She is TERRIFIC! Interesting reading assignments and discussion borads. Great class, but a lot of individual work. Most tests are online. Very fair and caring teacher. Strongly recommend.
High energy, loves her science, loves teaching...Dang, there is nothing bad to say about this professor. She cares if you do well and will drive the knowledge into you head, if you will allow it. Magnificent! Thanks, Professor Phillips!
This course can be overwhelming, but you have to stay on top or forget it. She gives extra credit assignments...DO THEM! She loves her stuff and tries to bring in fun bio with way boring other stuff! A must for all sciecne majors and nursing. Would love to take another class from her.Shes way nice and really understands life problems and trying
Honors was a lot more work than I thought. I liked the field trips and counted buterflies for Oxley...that was fun! SHe likes the NY times for current events and YouTube....She is very knowledgeable and knows her stuff. Do the labs- get the Guide to help with lab reports and essays.
I love Professor Phillips! She made class interesting, was always willing to answer questions, and was encouraging. She sets high standards, which is extremely helpful in establishing habits necessary for doing well in the upper-level courses. My one complaint is that she doesn't teach any other classes I need.
I had Prof Phillips this summer.... the course is fast, but she made it fun. She works very hard and wants her students to know what is happening in science. Loved the Linnean Gardens and having to take my picture with Linneaus to email her! It was fun!
Summer school Bio is NOT easy. You have to be organized or be left behind. We had to take our picture with Lineaus....I had no idea who he was or where the statue was! Now, I know. That was fun! Prof Phillips made class relevant and made an impact in the way I will view issues. Some tests are easy, some are hard. VERY fair.
really hard. only like 3-4 tests the whole semester. and they are hard!!!! grades are only the tests and lab. lab is really enjoyable and entertaining. she is really smart and sweet but the class is just hard
Took her non-majors summer class. It is fast-paced, but she scratches the semester project you'd normally have to do and also the community volunteering aspect of one of the labs. Labs are really fun, and she really tries to make biology relevant to everyone. She is patient with slow learners if she can tell that they're trying.
I am currently in her Bio for majors class and totally love it! She is a great teacher and I learn A LOT! Her tests are difficult but doable. I have had to work for my current A, but it's been fun. I would definitely take her again.
VERY hard to follow. She goes really fast and doesn't explain very well. I had to do alot of studying on my own. She doesnt go over EVERYTHING that will be on the test and doesnt tell us what to study which makes it hard to know what to study. Labs are ok. I wouldnt recommend her.
GREAT Teacher! Best bio teacher I ever had. Tests are very fair. She usually lets you take the test with 3X5 card, or sometimes can retake exam. I have learned so much. She is the BEST!
OK.I thought I would hate biology. But Prof Phillips made it fun and interesting.She took us out to eat on the way to the zoo. Way nice teacher! She loves YouTube and the NY Times. She ties in current stuff with the book. Some tests are online and open book! Prof is knowledgeable and VERY energetic!I got a B!
GREAT teacher I would take her again. Labs are fun and graded fair. Go to lecture and TAKE NOTES everything she says is valuable. Test are tough but if you put in the study time you will have no problem.Sometimes she will give a curve and there is always extra credit available. I now love biology! Take her and work hard it pays off!!!
HArdest class I ever had. I learned so much! She is so knowledgeable and tries to make it interesting with video clips. Smart and nice, but hard!
Hey I agree. Prof Phillips made the class! She is VERY fair. Allowed a retake exam because we all bombed, except the class genius! She is the BEST and I have taken a lot of courses at TCC. She is patient and tries to work with your schedule and problems. I loved this class and loved Prof Phillips.
I heard many instructors are easier, but they don't expect much. She has very high expectations of her students.She helps you, but you have to work very hard. Some of my friends did not cover as much as we did. I am glad I was in her class. Labs are fun!Tests are OK..there is a slight curve. Do the extra credit. Prof P is excellent!
I hated Biology before I took her class. She makes it fun and loves to use YouTube and the NY Times. We went on a couple of field trips that were lots of fun! Tests are hard, but she allowed us to use the book for some of the tests! VERY FAIR, and she is the BEST teacher and person. I am so glad I was in her class.
I hated Biology before I took her class. She makes it fun and loves to use YouTube and the NY Times. We went on a couple of field trips that were lots of fun! Tests are hard, but she allowed us to use the book for some of the tests! VERY FAIR, and she is the BEST teacher and person. I am so glad I was in her class.
I didn't like Biology before this class, and I still don't. However, it is possible to make an A.
Lots of hard work. More than I thought. Be ready to come to EVERY class and read. I feel very prepared.She is one great teacher and person! Highly recommend.
What a wonderful teacher! I took her blended (half online) class - do the same if possible. It's tough, but if you put forth the effort you'll do well. She gives lots of extra credit to help supplement. You can make an A, but you have to work for it. This class allowed tests online, so open book & note, but still work. Great teacher!
Fantastic professor! She is very clear and willing to clarify any time you ask. She speaks directly to your goals (nursing, pre-med, majors) to help you pay attention to specific items that might help in the future. Tons of extra credit! If you put forth any effort at all you can make the grade you want. Highly recommended!
Prof Phillips blended bio is the best of both worlds. She has open book tests. Labs and field trip are fun. She is VERY smart, but will try to make sure you understand. Very nice lady!I highly recommend.
Prof Phillips blended bio is the best of both worlds. She has open book tests. Labs and field trip are fun. She is VERY smart, but will try to make sure you understand. Very nice lady!I highly recommend.
Ms. Phillips is a wonderful teacher !!
Hardest class I've ever had. Don't expect an easy A. I learned a lot but worked really hard! DO the labs and get all the extra credit you can, you'll need it. She loves this stuff. Be ready to read the NY Times. Very fair and willing to help.
Not a easy class. I think she is a great person but she is all of the place with her teaching! You have to work really hard just to pass! You can make a good grade but not because she had anything to do with it!!
Mrs. Phillips is nice, however she isn't the best teacher. She seems a little ditzy & therefore confusing. If you miss her class, you can make it up another day of the week. Tests are open book and you get a study guide for the final. Labs are easy and there aren't many assignments. Take her, but try to stay focused.
Mrs. Phillips is not easy... but she is not hard, either. She is absolutely BRILLIANT! So anyone that says she's ditsy doesn't know what they are talking about. You have to work for an A, but it is not impossible. I didn't work super hard and I made an A. Could have applied myself more.
Here's how it is: You need to show up to class, so that you don't get behind. Don't complain if you're never there, so you don't understand what's happening. I took blended class and it was awesome. Gives tons of resources to use for study, only gives 1 lab assignment per week, usually. Tests are open book. Final has a comprehensive study guide.
Didn't know how I would enjoy a blended class. It was difficult at times. But Ms Phillips is fair and really works with yur schedule. The reading is demanding but not overwhelming. Plan to go to every class. She is AWESOME!BUT serious abot her subject. and will work with you to solve problems.
SHe expects a lot. She demnds a lot, but in the end I am a better student for it. Do the work, do the lab rewrites, do it! If you want to learn. Not an easy A or B. I worked hard and got a C. But would take her again. Very nice nad very fair.
I strongly recommend Prof Phillips if you want to learn and be ready for med school, vet and pharmacy. I took her last year and I am doing great at OSU! Read, be in class, and work your tail off..... you may get an A!She is very organized, but very flexible and FAIR!
LOVED the class and Ms Phillips. She makes you think... I will never be the same. Her epigenetics lecture and resources changed my life forever! Strongly recommend. You have to read and study, though. Do all the extra credit.
I went to Costa Rica with Ms Phillips for biology! It was awesome. Up at 5:00 am bird watching, hike, walk, rafting, working all day, end with an evening presentation and hike. I lost 10 pounds! I was tired, but learned so much from the great instructors. Go to CR if you can.
She is an amazing prof! she's very enthusiastic about what she teaches. she has study guides sometimes that help with tests. Buy the E-book not the textbook cuz she really likes it and has extra credit for the quizzes that come with it. I have an A and haven't found it very hard. she does give strange and sometimes tedious assn sometimes though.
Yes, I agree. She is awesome! I think we lucked out she was just learning the new textbook Connect stuff which I love! I think I am getting a B, but OMG, I have learned so much. Very, very fair! Great teacher and person. You can work at different levels and she tells you what is important. Highly recommend.
Best teacher I ever had! She is so enthusiastic. She loves biology has tons of great ideas to make you thin. If uou attned class and work hard you will do fine. Storongly recommend. She is very nice.
Not an easy class. But I learned a lot. Projects and community service are fun and not too difficult. She loves the NY times. I understood epigenetics -never heard of it before until now. It's made a difference in my life. Loved going to Oxley to hike and enjoy the fresh air. She is sooooooooo SMART but humble.
I love Ms Phillips! She made me like bio. I was worried I was going to hate this class, but it was a great class with lots of food for thought. The labs were my favorite!
Be ready to work and learn. She is full of energy and cares about her subject. She keeps up with the latest tech stuff. Amazing friend and lady.
I will NOT suggest this teacher. She was not clear and changes her mind on things within the same sentence. I did not understand her lectures or explainations of what was due and when. The class had to ask 3 times in order to get an understanding. The labs are lame, busy work. The test DID NOT match the reviews, study guides or the book.
Very nice lady and means well, but she is not the greatest at teaching. Has trouble dumbing stuff down to students level and expected all of us to know what she was talking bout. Tests are hard, too broad on her reviews so students really didnt know what to study. Interesting class though with fun labs and a few field trips. Not for slackers.
FANTASTIC teacher and course! You are right..not for lazy slackers that need to be spoonfed. This is a majors bio course. If you can't read, you better learn! She tries to be flexible. Sometimes tries to accomodate too many slackers. She is the best EVER!
There were so many STUPID people in our class I wonder how she was so patient. Prof Phillips is brilliant and I agree too many slackers and lazy people going to school. If you want to learn and be preopared for nursing school or a BA, she is the best. Nice, smart and tries VERY hard to meet everyone's needs. I highly recommend her class.
I took Honors Bio1114 even though I am not an honors student. She teaches at the college level. It akes time to get used to a REAL college class. She will help you if you ask. The project is 100 points. Do it! I can't believe how many people did not! She is great, SMART, too smart, but tries really hard to make us understand. Not for slackers.
I LOVED the class and all the labs. I learned so much. The labs are not too difficult...but you have to show up. AWESOME class and teacher. Makes you really think about the future of science and biology. I agree not for slackers.
HARD and DEMANDING course, but I KNOW I am ready for micro and physio. She is very inspirational and I think I will go on to get my BA and possibly my PhD! She asks the BEST questions ever! Makes you think and research. VERY INTELLIGENT lady and maybe too nice for her own good.
I read some of the posts. She is an outstanding teacher and individual. EVERYTHING is posted on Bb: due dates, exams, notes, PPT. Half the test is from in-class quizzes, Connect homework and practice tests and her notes. It does not get easier than this! Some tests are open book... OMG how can people can be so dumb. She is the BEST prof at TCC!
She gives pre and post tets for our benefit. It's fun to watch her see what students are writing. She creates a fun, friendly, safe class to laugh at ourselves and with her, too! Love her style. She is VERY VERY smart. But, I appreciate that. Nothing worse than a teacher who is not prepared and does not know the material. STRONGLY RECOMMEND!
Difficult class, too much material, I am getting a C, but I learned so much. She is a very nice teacher and yes, she knows her stuff. Sometimes too much! Recommend you take her if you want to learn.
YES, difficult and very demanding class. Professor Phillips expects a lot, there is no watering down of material. She makes a difficult subject manageable. AND, makes us think about the future and gives us ideas about jobs, scholarships, and careers. LOVED Prof, class was tough! I would take her again! I am getting a B.
I ended up with a C in this class because she is a hard teacher I am not so good at science so this class wasn't for me but she is a good teacher!!!
Professor phillips does not have a heart i ended up with a D in her class shes hard and she seems not to care about weather or not you understand the material or not. She's not very helpful in the classroom but outside of class she's alright but i thought she would have some kind of heart about helping her students but she don't. Not an easy class
she's not an easy teacher if your a person who needs a teacher that will take time to explain stuff to you this is not the teacher for you.
I loved Professor Phillips's class. She is terriic. We had 54 EXTRA credit points! Some people should not be a nurse or a doctor! It is thI got an A. It was not very difficult. This is the first college level I have had. I strongly recommend Prof. She is VERY,VERY knowledgeabl and will demand high quality from you. I am so glad she does!
Tough class! Plan to read and study. VERY FAIR- over 50 extra credit points. Very helpful and gives job tips and internship opportunities. The field trp to TU was great! Be ready to study! Wish she taught another class.
Very encouraging teacher. She loves her subject and is very enthusiastic. I learned a lot. Tests come from PPT, Connect, and class notes. She gives essays, but prepares you. Labs were fun and not too difficult. I agree very excellent class.
Ms Phillips is passionate about biology. She was always willing to help me and answered all my questions. She reads a lot of current journals and loves the NY Times. She shares so much information not in the book. She knows so much about so many things. She is serious but can have fun too! One of the best instructors I've had.
I took her Blended Bio class and loved it. Ms Phillips makes you think and you do need to work. I got an A. Absolutely recommend this class. Very nice and very fair!
if you enjoy being humiliated in class take this professor
WOW! Does she make you think! Great teacher! Great Class! Loved her labs and Connect.
Professor Phillips's class is tough! She is VERY well organized and knows her stuff! Passionate for current issues! I loved the movies. All her notes are on Bb. She gives extra credit. I agree, labs are fun and not too difficult.
Her class isn't easy and if you don't do the work you won't make a good grade in her class.But she does give you extra credit to count on your exams, so if you looking for an easy grade don't take her, but if you want to learn take her. I enjoyed the class!!
Yes,this professor knows Bio to the core,HOWEVER more importantly,she does NOT treat ALL her students equally or respectfully!VERY JUDGEMENTAL SO AVOID HER! AND all this talk about her weeding out students is LAUGHABLE!Her ONLY job is to teach.REMEMBER she does NOT have the power to determine ANY student's success!
Yes,this professor knows Bio,HOWEVER more importantly, she does NOT treat ALL her students EQUALLY&RESPECTFULLY.Also,this talk about weeding students out is LAUGHABLE!REMEMBER,her job is to teach ONLY.She does NOT possess any power whatsoever to determine any students future!
Prof Phillips is the NICEST and KINDEST prof I ever had. She worked with all my circumstances....NEVER EVER judged me. She only tried to teach. There were A LOT, and I mean A LOT of poor students this summer. AMAZING,and EXTREMELY KNOWLEDGEABLE prof. I highly recommend! Wish she taught more classes. Loved the class and learned so much.
AWESOME Prof. If you want a REAL college class with demands for excellence and no-nonsense tolerated! This is the class. She sets vry high standards and helps EVERYONE. However, there are a lot of students who need to take a pre-biology, they are very poor students and can't keep up She does not hold back the class! Be ready for hard work. GREAT.
Great prof..he really tries to work with you. BUT.... it's all about points. If you don't get them...she wil not give them. You have t earn your points. She treats veryo the same. It's all about the points. SHe is extremely intelligent, shy, bur very willing to help you. Wish there were more teachers like her. She really cares about her students an
Outstanding Professor. Very tough class. Grade based on POINTS! Loved the point system and extra credit opportunities. Very objective prof..you get the points....you get the grade! Lots of whiners and I agree POOR student skills and motivation. I am glad Prof had high standards. Highly recommend. If you are a whiney slacker ...class not for you!
I agree with an earlier posts. The way she treated certain students wasn't cool at all in my book! She should try constructive criticism and remember she was once a college student and had to learn.Character counts and I wouldn't want to take her again either!
Prof Phillips is terrific! Very,very fair. She treats you with respect and really works with students. I had a lot of circumstances and she was terrific! Wish she taught Anatomy still, highly recommend. Very knowledgeable....
Prof Phillips was extremely supportive of me and my circmsnces! She is a powerhouse! Knows her subject, active in her field, and REALLY cares about her students. GREAT PROF. I learned a lot in this class and got an A!!!!
I thought I was going to drop after the first day... STAY! Do the extra credit. She pretty much goes over the test or the test is open book! She likes biotech a lot! OMG... Epigenetics... i was clueless before this class! Highly recommend..nice and easy! I got an A...
I took the class 1 year ago - Blended! Best of both in class and take home. She prepares you for exams and some are open book online. Lots of extra credit, too! I agree TERRIFIC and ENTHUSIASTIC prof. She will help you... if you ask. Study - she is VERY nice and kind. I would take her again in a heartbeat!
Prof Phillips loves biology! Everything about bio!!! Very nice and friendly prof. Labs were my favorite part of the course and Youtube! NYTimes and students' 1-minute spot were fun! Do the work. Do Connect! Do the labs! She gives the essay exam ahead of time - Do it! She is very fair. Work had- it's tough but fair. I was glad I passed!
Totally glad I took her class. Be prepared to learn and participate. Labs were easy.... show up!Some tests are impossible, others you take at home...very fair. Nice, sweet, brilliant educator. We were lucky to get her. Her classes fills fast! She wrote a great letter of recommnedation. I am interning next semester...thank you prof.
In class right now! Take it if you can get in! Love this class. I have learned more in 3 weeks than possibly imaginable - great videos!
Took this during the summer so her teaching style may be different during the 16 week courses. I found her confusing because she skipped around a lot w/"side notes". The class was easy w/extra credit. Her grading seemed unfair because the result wouldnt match the correct %. Would have learned more in an online class b/c her lectures were confusing.
I am taking Prof. Phillips online bio class, and she is amazing!! So helpful!! Extended due dates to the whole class due to workload(which really isn't a lot for the class). She is understanding and so passionate about her teaching. I have received multiple emails, and she always asks how she can help!! Take this course if you can! It's worth it!
I had Prof Phillips for Bio for Majors. You have to study for the tests and pay attention to her lectures! I made some bad grades on the tests but I am still managing an 81 and hopefully will have a 91 when she grades my lab report. I'm not a bio freak so it's not like I loved this class. If you love bio, you'll love her.
She is so sweet! My favorite teacher. Her tests were very difficult though. She would tell us what to study for the tests but then the test would be different. Other than that she was perfect! Labs were easy. Lectures were interesting. Just be prepared to go above and beyond for the tests. But I would recommend her for anyone! Take this teacher!!!
Very sweet and patient. She makes you think and expects students to be motivated. She is very passionate about biology. And will go out of her way to help you. I m goingto Costa Rica with her.She is awesome and nice. Class is doable. Do all the Connect and Learnsmart. They are OK.
Professor Phillips was agood teacher. Class was not easy but if you make sure to do Connect and Learnsmart it will help. She also gives plenty of extra credit to help your grade! I thought I would do terrible in her class but ended up with a high B.
I took Prof Phillips bio for nonmajors. Her labs were interesting and the semester project was my favorite. Connect and LeranSmart were super helpful, but required a bit of work to complete. Ms Phillips loves bio and her students make her laugh. She is very sweet and patient.Highly Recommend.
online bio was great. Prof Phillips had the assignments all set up. They were not hard and you were able to do a retake on some. VERY fair and very nice. Highly recommend online. You will need a camera!
Very nice lady, tries to help but seems too busy. Inconsistent with rules. Sounds nervous and talks in circles. This part may be the school and not the teacher, I thought there was way too much homework. I spent several hours a day on homework and could not keep up. Covers too much information too fast.
Very intelligent, organized, and willing to help. Connect and LearnSmart are a lot of work, but worth the effort. Labs are easy and fun. But, you MUST attend. Connect is for credit, other times it's extra credit. She makes learning fun and tries very hard to give everyone the time they need. Awesome class, awesome teacher. Highly recommend
Prof Phillips is very knowledgeable. She made learning biology fun. Connect and LearnSmart helped me a lot. They were a lot of work, though. She is very fair and really cares.
I took this class online, there are a lot of assignments but they are easy! Keep up with the work and you'll do great. She grades the labs and the discussion board post by giving you a 100% if you did the work. Sometimes her directions were confusing but she would respond to emails quick to clarify. Take this class if you need it!
I took class this summer and learned more biology than I ever did in high school. Assignments were fun, doable, and were not overwhelming. Online tests and review questions were very fair. Very nice, kept us informed, responded to emails quickly. Loved her Discussion questions. Highly recommend online.
Easy A! But I ended up with a B! I took the online non mjor class which at first was overwhelming, but once you visit with her in her office you will get a better understanding. Extra credit & hard open book tests. I STRONGLY recommend taking this course online. Keep up with the work! She gives you credit for doing the work. The labs were FUN!!
She's awful.Im in bio-majors If i wanted 2 teach myself i would have signed up 4 an online class. Her pwr-points arent even relative 2 exam material. FRUSTRATING!Her tests are so hard & u might as well not go to class bc you talk about useless things for 1.5 hours. Doesnt answer emails quickly at all & doesnt answer questions clearly when in class.
If anyone needs to purchase the book for this class for a reasonable price. feel free to email me. the class requires a loose leaf book which can not be re sold to the book store. I have the one for non major. email [email protected]
You basically teach yourself. She talks in circles and never gives you a straight answer. Never gives you a study guide for any of her tests, and don bother going to class. Everything she talks about isnt useful at all.
She is awesome!! very flexibleand understading.Her lectures are easy to understand. Mrs. Phillis loves teaching and she is very passionate about Biology. She is a teacher who understand that we have a life outside college, work, family, health issues. I do agree with the other this isn't a class for slackers.
Prof Phillips was an okay teacher. She loved Bio and loved teaching, but seemed scattered at times and a bit disorganized. If you stay on top of your work and keep an eye on your grades you'll be fine. Tests are tough, but clear. Do your reading and online work and GO TO CLASS. Zeros for labs you don't attend. Labs are easy and fun.
I am so glad I had Prof Phillips. She made biology come alive for me. Every lecture was filled with current and global events. Her tests were tough. Do Connect and LearnSmart. If you don't have time to study or read or attend class...FORGET this class. It is for MAJORS not slackers!Prof P is so nice and willing to help! Fantastic prof.
Professor Phillips is a fantastic person. I have never had a legitimate biology class before this one. Labs are easy and fun and never take the full time allotted, pick a smart group though. Go to class, if you miss one it's not a big deal. Hardly any homework. The tests are not easy, but for the final she will give a replica beforehand.
If you have any interest in science TAKE this prof. She is super passionate about guiding students to a major. This class was not easy, do the connect stuff, it is a big part of your grade. Go to class, she doesn't take attendance but sometimes she does part of lab in class and if you miss it there are no makeups. Phillips is an awesome teacher.
It's a decent amount of work, not a lot, not a little. If you keep up with it, it's actually pretty easy because it's basically all straight from the book. She's really helpful and emails you back quickly with answers. Very nice and very interested in her subject!
Took her for Biology for majors and her tests are hard. I read the book ahead of time did all her work on connect and learnsmart and still made low B's and high C's on tests. A lot of work and the book is hard to understand but her lectures are not on point to help you understand whats on the tests. Wonderul lady but a fanatic about science.
Get ready to teach your self, and pay a ridiculous amount of money on her labs and lab manual. Any time I had a question she talked in circles and could never give a real answer. She would constantly write misleading emails on announcements leaving you with more questions than what the post was about.she seems nice but I would rather have a teacher
I just love Prof Phillips she is the sweetest person you will love her. She makes bio easy. Her tests were tough. You need to study .Do connect and learnsmart. Make sure you study labs were easy show up. Easy A if you study.
I learned more in Prof Phillips' online class than an entire semester in my high school. Awesome class and teacher! She responds to your emails even late at night. She posts everything on Blackboard, so you NEVER have to guess due dates and points. Tests and assignments on-line open book!!!! Easy A if you do all the work!
Ms Phillips blended bio was the best of both worlds for me. You do have to pace yourself but everything is on Bb or Connect . She does allow for extensions....be sure to ask if you need one. I got an A, but did have to work and do all the work. Most tests are online open book with more than one try? TAKE this instructor. She is awesome..Loved BIO.
Professor Phillips is incredible. Bio is a tough subject, but she tries her hardest to help everyone, even on an individual level. Tests shouldn't be too hard if you've taken the necessary steps to learn the material. Lots of extra credit available and easy labs are only the homework. She does everything she can to help students understand.
I recommend her to anyone! she is so passionate with this subject. You do however need to do some studying for her tests. I always look forward to going to her class. Theres also a lot of extra credit to bring you grade up. Its up to you to tak advantae of them.
This was my first on-line class. I loved it. She was very helpful and organized with assignments, due dates, answered emails promptly. Loved the topics and videos. The labs were fun, but you will need to buy a few items from the grocer. Not too easy, not too hard either. Keep up is a must!
i took ap biology in my high school and thought it was more difficult than this course. the labs are pretty easy and the tests are not hard if one just studies. the teacher is very nice but she talks a lot with her hands which distracted me so much in lecture
Extremely kind and caring lady. She is very passionate about biology and thinks everybody else should be as well. Took the blended class and there was a quite a bit of work but she is very helpful and responds to your emails. If you don't mind a lot of work and like biology then she is your girl. She was also teacher of the year in 2012 and 2013.
I made a B only because I got sick and missed a lab that couldn't be made up. Everything was set up for everyone to succeed, she doesn't like it when students fall behind and makes sure to make everything easy to understand and goes at the pace of the class as a whole. TAKE HER! There is a reason she won teacher of the year 2013!
Take this class and you'll feel like you're in high school or maybe middle school. Not what what I expected for a college class. She's also got this irritating way of talking in circles without being direct. I wish there was a box I could click to indicate how disappointed I am.
She's also got this irritating way of talking in circles and could never give a real answer. She would constantly write misleading emails on announcements leaving you with more questions than what the post was about. Was not clear on her lectures either.
Great instructor.She is kind and gentle and tries to help everybody. Too much work...But I guess I learned a lot.Tests are fair, sometimes you can redo them,
She is really difficult to understand and like others said she talks in circles a lot. Her class is pretty difficult and very homework heavy. Often times I missed assignments or did things wrong because she wasn't clear on what she wanted us to do. She seems nice enough but she's not a very good teacher. Avoid her if you can.
I wasn't sure what to expect from an on-line class. She makes it easy to follow, doable work, tests mostly on-line open book, labs are mostly fun. She is willing to help, if you ask.I would take her again, but I passed!
She was a very good teacher. She is good with keeping up with emails. I was pregnant while i took this class and she understood if i were to get behind and helped me quite a bit. She offers a lot of extra credit and i advise you to do as much EC as offered. and PAY ATTENTION, she gives you all info in lecture that are on the tests.
TONS OF BUSY WORK. I have talked with others and we all agree it was ridiculous. Not only is there busy work, but this bio for non-majors is too advanced. I wish I would have taken a different bio class.
This was a retake for me. I loved the assignments and easy layout of the course. The course was very fast paced, but I am so glad I took the course on-line with Phillips. I learned so much from the videos and assignments. Awesome class. Keep up with the work and you will do fine.
Highly recommend the online class. Fair amount of work, but manageable if you keep up. Tests are generally open book. Professor Phillips responds to your emails and very willing to help. Best experience I've had online. Very organized. Loved the movies, discussions, and labs were fun.
Mrs. Phillips motivates you to enjoy learning about biology. Terrific teacher. Lectures with videos, group work, and time in class to ask questions. She asks a lot of questions.... You need to work and think. She cares about your goals and is very helpful. Not easy, but not hard if you keep up. Some tests are take home!
There's a lot of reading. Class gets easier as the semester goes on.
Super nice instructor, gives good feedback. Assignment instructions aren't always clear sometimes. Occasionally she will extend due dates on assignments for entire class. Tests and quizzes are a little tough but all open book including the final which you take on campus. Over all it was a good semester and I would take her again.
This was my second time to take this class. I wish I had Phillips the first time around. She can explain things so you understand. She is passionate about teaching and asks the class which things worked for us. Semester project turned out to be fun and fairly easy points if you follow rubric. Take the practice tests! I Ms Phillips was very helpful
I was dreading biology, but Ms Phillips made the course interesting and willing to answer all my questions. She returns emails quickly, too! You can tell she loves biology and shares lots of articles from NY Times. I chose a service learning project instead of a research project. I am now working part time at the nursing home i volunteered.
I loved Professor Philips online Biology class. It was my first experience in a college class and I would highly recommend her to anyone! She was extremely helpful and always responded to emails. As long as you follow instructions and syllabus you will easily get through! I loved this course!
very nice and caring teacher. However, she talks in circles- at times I didn't get a straight answer, you get ALOT of busy work (Lear smart, Shortvideo essay, ect.), tests are at times harder then the content that was taught, she believes in colleges help each other (get numbers!), I looked videos up on YouTube for help. She is fair, would retake
The final is INSANE!! She is the nicest lady and she loves science! Also, if you mention NASA, she will LOVE you!! The class (biology for majors) was extremely difficult for me. I'm not good at science, so that definitely made a difference. Love her, but only take her if you want to pursue science.
She is probably one of the kindest teachers I've ever had. She really cares about her students and their futures. The class can be a bit confusing at times, but don't panic because it will all make sense later. If you still don't get it, she will explain it until you do. One big project. Plenty of time to do it. Do all the work and you will pass.
This was the worst class I have ever taken. You must show up to class or you will not pass. Labs are mandatory and can't be made up. She is all over the place. She stated several time that we were her tester for "her new teaching" it was AWFUL. more than 1/2 my class dropped due to the lack of never knowing what was going on. DO NOT TAKE
I took Professor Phillips' online biology. I loved this teacher and enjoyed the class more than I thought. Class was easy to navigate and point system was clear. Not an easy A, but tests are open book, multiple attempts. She responds to your emails and is very helpful. I highly recommend.
Second time I took biology. I wish I had taken Ms Phillips the first time. She LOVES biology and makes it fun. She will work hard with you until you get it. This is a majors class and I appreciated she was tough and caring. Some tests were open books and notes. She gives a pre-test before the exam. I got an A !!!!! I enjoyed her class!
Ms Phillips' online class is the BEST online class I've ever had. Easy to follow weekly folders. Very fair, very helpful and will help you get it, if you don't. Labs are fun- visit to a winery, botanical gardens, and Tulsa Zoo! Very cool!!!! learned a I loved Ms Phillips a lot! I can Highly recommend this teacher!!
I liked Ms. Phillips as a person but as a teacher, not so much. She's not very clear in telling what/when homework is due. The semester project was also a crazy amount of work. But if you ask her anything she will always answer and is very helpful.
One of my favorite teachers. This was not an easy class, but all the notes and study guides are online. Tests are mostly open book and notes. Very fair! Assignments and discussions are interesting and make you think. Ms Phillips is very friendly and responds to your emails. I would definitely recommend this teacher.
This is the best online class I have ever taken. Ms Phillips is wonderful! The material is easy to follow, tests are open book and multiple attempts, the lectures have very cool videos. She answers all your emails and is willing to help. She calls you on your phone if you need a meeting and can't go to her office. Very nice and loves biology!
I love Professor P! She is a very understanding teacher and will work with you on due dates. Do the pretest she gives you for tests. she gives a 5 point extra credit opportunity with every test and an additional 20 points that can be attained on top of that. She gives interesting lectures and is very funny!
Unless your skills with communicating are at least well above average, Phillips will prove difficult to communicate with. I have lost count of how many times I have asked a question, only to have her talk in circles instead of answering. And this is coming from a student that is currently earning an A, so this is not in response to a bad grade.
If you really like biology and want to actually learn DO NOT take her. I pretty much taught myself the material through power points, text, and YouTube. She changes her teaching strategy every week. There are no study guides for tests. She is a very nice lady but as far teaching a very detailed subject, she needs to work on organizing her material.
Professor Phillips is TERRIFIC! She loves biology and cares about her students. She is knowledgeable and will try to explain things so that you can understand. Everything is posted on Bb, so if you miss a lecture, you won't get too lost. I enjoyed the labs and videos. I highly recommend!
I really loved Professor Phillips. I genuinely enjoyed attending her class each week. There were sometimes when the assignments were a bit confusing, but she was extremely lenient with due dates when she knew that we were confused. She always e-mailed back very fast and was always very willing to meet up whenever needed. She is also super nice!
Mrs. Phillips was not the best at getting back to you on time via email, but if you stayed after class to talk, she is more than willing to hear you out and fix any problems your having.
Professor Phillips is a very good professor. She really cares about her students and wants to seeyou succeed. Her lectures can be confusing sometimes because she goes off on tangents. She responds to emails in a timely manner and is always willing to help out after class if you have questions. Just remember to go to class or you will get lost.
Theres not really much to say about her besides she is an amazing teacher. She loves what she does and when she starts to get in to it you can see her eyes light up. She is incredibly sweet, and will help you if you fall behind. Tests and quizzes are open book, and the semester project is BIG! but worth it in the end.
Prof. Phillips was awesome! She is an extremely kind woman who will help you out if you ask. She's also very flexible with due dates. I learned a lot but there were times when I was just confused on what to expect/do. Tests and assignments weren't too bad. There is one big semester project that took up a lot of time. Take Prof. Phillips. Loved her!
Prof. Phillips was one of my favorite professors I've had so far! I took her blended Biology class, so I only saw her for a Lab once a week. The weekly workload was very clearly lined out and I knew what was due and when. She was pretty lenient on due dates if you asked her, and was always willing to help. I would highly recommend!
Great instructor and person. Very organized. Gives great feedback. Practice exams! YEAH!!!! Makes you ask questions. Wish she taught other courses. Absolutely recommend Ms. Phillips. LOVED her and her class!!
Prof. Phillips was an amazing teacher! If you put fourth an effort, you will pass. Very responsive on emails. Very good lectures. A wonderful Professor and person.
I enjoyed the class A LOT. The first couple of labs were a little confusing but after that the remaining labs were great. Professor Phillips was always well organized and always wanted her students to succeed. Even though I have not been big into science or biology, this class taught me a lot. Very nice and helpful when "life happens."
Professor Phillips does everything she can to make learning fun and easy to understand. She helps you be the best you can be in her class and she is full of amazing stories and information about biology!
Prof Phillips's class was pretty enjoyable to take. I had been dreading taking bio but she has made it an easy experience. I was in a blended class that met once a week for lab. So for our class she was a little easier with the deadlines, but she's really understanding. If you're not interested in doing a semester project, don't take the class.
Mary Wells Phillips, BIO for Majors. She is a great professor. She can be a bit confusing but SHE CARES. Shes super sweet, and cares for her students education. You WILL have to do a semester project that deals with research or volunteering work and a presentation for all of it. You can either choose a research project or to volunteer.
Mrs. Phillips is a very caring teacher. She will work with your schedule. Just ask. She loves biology and expects a lot. But, I appreciate that as a major. Keep up... take good notes. She is very fair. I loved the class and Mrs. Phillips.
Great teacher. If you are a hard worker you will pass.
Professor Phillips loves her job, and has so much to teach. Sit close listen, be on time. Its a lot of work but also a lot to learn. She is such a caring teacher and wants you to pass. You won't find many professors like her so don't miss this.
My favorite class so far at TCC. Very fair and understanding. Ask for an extension if you need one. Professor Phillips LOVES biology. You will, too! Study, take notes, do your extra credit.
Prof Phillips is a great teacher. Definitely one of my favorites at TCC. She really cares. I learned a lot. But, I had to work hard! Tests are fair, usually there is a practice test. Start your semester project early! I loved this class and wish she taught other classes.
I LOVED Prof P. Her assignments were not difficult - film summary, labs were fun. Tests are open book for the most part. If you run into any "life issues" as she calls them, email her. She REALLY cares about you. Definitely best instructor I've had online. Responds to emails. Did you know you can't feed your cat milk? Would take again, if I could.
Amazing teacher. Ms Phillips has GREAT lectures. Don't miss them. She gives practice tests. Do them! The semester project was time consuming, but you learn a lot. Labs are fun, laid back, and fairly easy. Lab reports - follow rubric and you do fine. One of the BEST teachers at TCC. Five stars!
I took prof Phillips this summer. I had a few issues come up, but she was very caring and worked with me so I would not get behind or lose points. I enjoyed her assignments and trips. She is very organized and let's you know what she expects. She will help you redo some of the assignments. Wish I could take her again. Very helpful.
Professor Phillips is an amazing teacher and person. LOVED her and her class. Be ready to learn. Come to class, do your work, ask her for an extension.... she is one of the few teachers who really cares if you learn. My friends recommended her... so glad I took her.
Professor Phillips is very caring and wants you to learn. She worked with me when a friend died to make sure i could make things up. I loved her for caring and taking the time ti help me. She is a great teacher and person. I Would take her again and recommend her to anyone.
She is a very caring professor and will do anything to help you. There are times that she gets excited and goes off subject. Most of the homework is online. She does not always give study guides, sometimes she will put up a practice test.
Best online class I have ever taken. I took Prof Phillips for biology. She answers emails and schedules phone meetings. It is easy to get in touch with her. Very understanding and caring. I loved the projects and labs. Online tests - open book.
this professor is so nice and is nice with extended due dates but oh my god the tests exams and labs are all hard af. especially the exams they're long like 40-80 questions each exam. her assignments are HARD. Nice lady hard work. this class literally ruined my summer I'm taking it online now and its the worst
Great teacher! Her assignments were well organized in folders with each assignment clearly specified as to what we would need to do to succeed. We had opportunities to redo assignments and she would allow extensions when we asked. Prof Phillips was terrific and very patient. I loved the topics and labs. Tests are open book! LOVED this class!
She made me enjoy science again. Very caring. And, yes, some extra credit.
I took Professor Phillips because she was recommended by a friend. I loved the class and she makes it very interesting and fun to learn. You learn a lot and have to work, but she is caring and understanding. Definitely would recommend.
This professor is one of the nicest I have met at TCC. She truly cares about all her students, She works with you and if you need extra time, she allows it. Highly recommend her class. I loved the labs and she keeps class interesting. Lots of hands-on and group work. research or service learning - 150 pts, - not too difficult.
Professor Phillips is a great teacher, I wish I had the opportunity to take a class in person. Her assignments are clearly structured and organized. You do have a lot of work, especially if you are trying to juggle multiple classes like I am, but her straightforward class helps streamline the process (compare to a American Lit or FedGov class).
I hated science all my life until I took Ms. Phillips' class. She can take difficult and boring subject and make them interesting. I loved learning about the Biology of Skin Color, and visit to a winery. BEST class and Teacher. Very nice and will work with you... ask for help.
Prof P is everything you read. She is patient and wants us to learn. I had a lot of personal issues, but she wouldn't e me give up. She will work with you. Ask her. Loved the videos and labs. Take her - 100% YES!
Dr. Phillips is a charismatic professor who's passion comes from helping her students understand biology. She takes a personal interest in helping each and every one of her students do what they can to succeed in her class and in understanding biology.
Professor Phillips was an awesome professor to have when switching to online-live classes. She made sure that everyone was included and made sure to let us know that we were appreciated. She was very sweet, and assignments were very "transparent" as she would say. 10/10 would take her again for another class.
There was lots of reading and assignments, but I could get them all done pretty quickly if I just sat down and did them. The exams can be challenging if you did n ot do the reading, because some questions come from the book, and are not mentioned in the power point. Other than that, it was a very enjoyable class.
I'm not a huge science fan, but this was a fun class! Prof. Phillips is wonderful! I took the 8wks so it was very homework heavy, but you can work ahead! There are a few virtual labs (easy)! You will have 3 unit test, a few more test, and a final project. This project was fun I was able to go to the Tulsa Zoo for free & take pics for my project!
She's the best! Keep up with your assignments and you will do great!
The expectation and due dates are clearly laid out. Assignments are due every two weeks. A mixture of questions, labs, and quizzes. For an online class, it was pretty simple and very doable.
This class was super fun and enjoyable! I took the online 8-week class and there were assignments due every week. Everything was well laid out and even room to work ahead a few weeks if desired. I took this online with another 8 week science class and I never stressed too bad! Fun online labs too!
Great teacher and excellent course ! Video lectures are from different speakers. Very interesting lecture topics Labs are my favorite. Do the work .. you will do great! She is great!
She's AWESOME! Very well organized and she reminds you of due dates with "friendly reminders." She has some very cool assignments - I loved elephant communication and the Biology of skin color. Do your work,,, she does know "life happens." Email her if you need any help. She is very nice. 5 stars for her class.
(Class taken Fall 2021) This was an independent online class, so I have more to say about the class itself than prof Phillips. Although you don't have to go to a lab since it's online, you should still be prepared for mountains of homework every week. If you're disciplined enough to sit down and grind it out, you'll do great.
I 100% recommend her. Professor Phillips genuinely cares about her students. The course is very organized and she sends you friendly reminders. Her lectures are super interesting and easy to follow. I loved the outdoor labs. If you ask, she will try to let you make up work. Do all the assignments. She is awesome!!
I, agree with others. Prof Phillips is awesome. She genuinely cares and will work with you to make up assignments if "life happens." Labs are fun, but you have to attend for credit. I would definitely take her if she taught a different class.
Mary Wells Phillips at first can come across strong but she is genuinely very caring. There is a lot of homework so be prepared to spend time on this outside of class. However, if you complete your assignments you will do well. Biology is not my strong suite and she did a great job of helping me understand the material and feel welcome.
Prof. Phillips was really nice. She genuinely cares and wants you to succeed. The labs for this class were interesting. Sometimes they were like elementary school projects and other times they were really complicated. Get ready for lots of quizzes, tests, & assignments. Do the work and you'll get a good grade. She also offers lots of extra credit!
She's a great professor. She does give a lot of homework but is very clear with her instructions and she gives you a decent amount of time to complete assignments as well as a lot of extra credit opportunities. Show up for labs though because you can't make those up. I highly recommend her if you're majoring in a science field.
Prof Phillips is amazing! I loved the service-learning opportunity and made some great contacts. If you are Tulsa Achieves - - this is a good class to get hours. She LOVES biology! Tests are not difficult, and you can use your notes. If you want to learn - she knows a lot- and enjoy science - take her! Do the work and you will do great!
I took the blended class. There was so much to cover on the online portion and the labs didn't really make sense sometimes. When I was out for COVID she did not let me make up the lab. It was a very frustrating course. I wouldn't take the blended class with this teacher.
Professor Phillips was great! I was not sure about the service learning project but I loved helping my community- very humbling. Prof Phillips will work with you and help you. She is very patient and really cares. She has extra credit if you miss 1-2 lab. Labs were fun and easy.
This review is hard for me, I really liked her as a professor. The course work was very challenging. I am toward the end of my degree plan and this class killed my 4.0 GPA. She was super understanding during the semester until the end and then refused to work with people over 1 point. I do wish she had lectures recorded or powerpoints at least.
Awesome! Best professor I have taken at TCC. Be ready to work! She gives you notes for every chapter, and lecture videos contain all the information in the textbook if you don't like to read. Lots of extra credit. At the end... you MUST earn the grade! She is terrific, and I wish she taught other curses. I loved the course and Prof Phillips.
Professor Phillips is GREAT! She is caring and understanding. She wants you to LEARN. Take good notes, GO TO CLASS, and put forth effort & she's happy to grant grace where needed. She is helpful and encouraging. Lenient grader. Allows the use of notes for the exams. Blended class, attendance was a big part of your grade.
she adding grading matrix's to the service learning (that i am not required to have since i did not use tulsa achieves) and gave me a 30%. i didn't even have to have this. she is def a loser for a teacher. expects you to be a micro level student for a basic bio class. calm down mary- this is tcc, not harvard.
Prof Phillips is terrific! She really cares about you and extends due dates when needed. Thank you! Tests and assignments are open book for the most part. Easy.. The service project was fun and the grade rubric helps you get all your points! Loved the class and Prof Phillips!
If you need BIOL 1114, take Prof Phillips. Outstanding instructor. Very organized. Tests and assignments with 2 attempts. She cares that you learn. Start early on the service-learning project. I met terrific people, and feels great to help. You will do fine. I would definitely take her for anything she teaches. Best Prof!
This professor was awesome! So happy I took her class. She is understanding, and willing to work with you if you misunderstand something or miss a deadline. Be prepared to put in the work, but the class overall is not hard, just time consuming. One of the best online classes I have taken.
I'd strongly recommend Prof Phillips if you need a lab science credit. All homework and exams, including final, are online and labs are fun and easy; there's a service learning project w/ presentation as well. Sounds intimidating but it's really an easy A even as a full time student. Try not to miss class, lab points add up a lot.
I had her for non-biology majors class. She is very clear on lesson plans and syllabus. She reviews the syllabus in its entirety at the start of EVERY lab. She is not very clear or thorough on instructions for labs, even in class. It is a lot of homework, but all tests are at home, online. She would be short tempered at times and raises her voice.
Professor Phillips is fantastic! Her class is engaging and manageable with open-book tests and a fun service-learning project. Definitely take advantage of unstuckstudy ai and other resources to succeed in this course.
Prof Phillips is AWESOME! The labs were fairly easy, and she helped you a lot during the lab. She goes over the material and sends out reminders often. Thank you! The service project takes time but I learned so much and will continue to volunteer. She is very caring. Do the work and you will do great!
One of the best online classes I've ever had. Prof Phillips is the BEST! The lecture videos are fun, interesting and very helpful. Do the connect assignments and you will do great. The service-learning requires a few hours of volunteer but it was my favorite part of the class. She is very nice and helpful; LOVED this class and Prof.
Thank you, Prof P. You are an amazing prof. Very caring and understanding. I really enjoyed the class. The labs were fun and interesting. Tests are open book but need to study. The service project really helped me connect my volunteer to what we were studying. I would start the project early. I would definitely take Prof Phillips if you can.
Professor Phillips was great!! You can tell she really cares for her students and wants you to succeed. I took her biology class for non majors which made the coursework pretty easy. The only thing is that she has a service learning project that you have to present at the end of the semester. Overall it is not too bad.
I took the blended version of the course. The labs were fun. She is nice and is willing to work with you about a missed assignment or lab as long as you email or talk to her about it. Assignments are pretty easy. Only complaint is that sometimes she would think she answered my questions without actually giving me a straight forward answer.
This class was terrific. It has a heavy workload that can be time-consuming, and there is required volunteer time. Overall, Professor Phillips was kind and very helpful. She reminded the class regularly that she genuinely cared. The class itself was very informative, and its structure was adequate.
Wonderful professor, who truly cares about the success of her students. Would take her class again.
Prof Phillips is an amazing professor who really cares about her students. She loves teaching biology and is always so positive. The labs were interesting with lab reports- but they weren't hard. Service-learning is the class project. I appreciated how much of my life is related to biology. I wish she taught other classes. Highly recommend her!
Prof Phillips is the BEST! I enjoyed her lectures before lab, and the labs were easy and fun. She is very caring and patient. Start early with your service-learning project. .I would take her again - YES!!!!!
I absolutely loved this professor! She was so passionate about the subject and really cared about all of her students. I loved the service project. Easily one of the best professors I've ever had!
Prof P is very nice and patient. The class is well-organized and easy to follow. Watch the due dates! I would take her for all my classes. She explains things so you can understand. LOVE PROF P
Prof P is one of my favorites at TCC. Loved her class and she is VERY nice! Service-learning project has 5 hr minimum so you don't really need all the 15 hours if you can't. You can also do service hours online! One of my favorite projects at TCC. I wish Prof P taught other classes.
She is a sweetheart! I will say be smart about where you sit on the first day because it's a lot of group work in this class.
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