4.4

Nicole Mashburn

Biology - Calhoun Community College (all campuses)

4.4
Quality
3.7
Difficulty
82%
Would Retake
92
Reviews
4.4
Quality
3.7
Difficulty
4.4
Helpful
4.4
Clarity

82%

Would Retake

92

Reviews

Rating Distribution
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5

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8

What Students Say

Worst science class I have ever taken

BIO201 - 1.0 rating

Get high grades on the lab exams and you'll be okay

BIO201 - 4.0 rating
Class Info

Online Classes

100%

Attendance Mandatory

89%

Textbook Required

0%

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95% confidence
Based on 66 grades
Most common grades:
A (20)
B (13)
A+ (9)
Grade Distribution
A(29)B(16)C(7)D(5)F(1)A-/B+(12)
Based on 72 reported grades
A: 20
B: 13
A+: 9
B+: 8
Common Tags
EXTRA CREDIT (24)
Clear grading criteria (18)
Amazing lectures (17)
Caring (16)
Test heavy (13)
Gives good feedback (11)
Get ready to read (11)
Lecture heavy (11)
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Ratings by Course

BIO115

5.0

(1)

BIOH3

5.0

(2)

BIO104

5.0

(4)

BIO201

4.3

(46)

BIO202

4.3

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Difficulty by Course

201

3.8

BIO201

3.8

BIO202

3.8

BIOH3

3.5

BIO115

3.0

Reviews (92)
5.0
3.0
BIO115
Nov 3, 2011

She is very nice!! Her class is hard, but she is very willing to help as long as you ask!

5.0
3.0
BIO201
Nov 10, 2011

Dr. Mashburn is an awesome professor. If you work hard, she will work with you. She's 100% clear on what she expects you to know, and does her best to help her students.

5.0
3.0
BIO201
Dec 3, 2011

Dr. M is a great teacher very helpful. If you attend her class she will work with you to make your grade higher but you have to study or you can not pass her class... Loved her clas fun and energetic. :)

5.0
4.0
BIO201
Nov 14, 2012

Dr. M is awesome! I am shocked that she doesn't have more ratings! She tells you exactly what you need to know and gives you many tools via mastering site and blackboard to achieve your best. The course material is abundant so it requires lots of work. Not a bird course!

5.0
3.0
BIOH3
Nov 21, 2012

Dr Mashburn is an awesome teacher!

5.0
4.0
BIO201
Dec 4, 2012

Dr. M is awesome. If you try you will learn a lot in her class. She is more than fair. I would love to have her for all my BIO classes.

5.0
3.0
BIO201
Jan 4, 2013

Awesome teacher!! She made classes fun! She is very clear on what you should know for exams. Definitely recommend her!

5.0
3.0
BIO201
Apr 4, 2013

Dr. Mashburn is great! I took a A&P hybrid class with her. She gives you a lot of information and is very helpful and clear. She's not easy, but you will learn a lot if you pay attention and study. Take her! You won't regret it!

5.0
3.0
BIO201
May 6, 2013

Dr. M is the best teacher. This is not an easy class, but she tells you everything you need to know. She gives study guides and opportunities for extra credit. Wonderful teacher. I am disappointed she does not teach 202 or Microbiology.

5.0
3.0
BIO201
Grade: A
Dec 12, 2013

This was one of the best classes I've taken online. Dr. M is clear and concise, funny, and engaging. The whole Science team is fantastic--the online course, including lab, is taught by video lecture. This class is only as difficult as you make it. Follow the instructions to the letter, don't procrastinate, do your homework and you will do well!

5.0
3.0
BIO201
Grade: A+
Nov 17, 2014

Dr. Mashburn is by far my favorite professor. She is extremely intelligent and knows what she is talking about. She is always willing to help,but she is a little challenging. Her tests are sometimes difficult, but if you consider yourself of average intelligence and put forth some effort, you'll be fine! I love her!

1.0
5.0
BIO201
Grade: F
Feb 21, 2015

You get a roundabout study guide. She shows slides for lab, but on the test she shows you something different. 0 credit for misspelling. Hardest class ever and it shouldn't be. To make matters worse she has you buy a "book" for class but you only need the online access code. The book is unbound so you have to put it in a binder.

1.0
5.0
BIO201
Grade: C+
Feb 25, 2015

Worst science class I have ever taken. Dr. Mashburn has short lectures that only cover the basics. The homework she assigns is very difficult and the lectures and materials are no help. Her tests are extremely hard and she grades like she wants to count off points. The class feels more like a graduate level course. She never answers my questions.

5.0
3.0
BIO201
Grade: A+
Mar 16, 2015

Dr Mashburn was extremely easy to follow in what she expected of her students. If you did what she asked and used the study guide, you would do okay. She gives practice review tests that can really help you. I learned a lot from this course and wish I could take another one of her classes.

5.0
2.0
201
Grade: A
Apr 30, 2015

This may sound weird but I only watched Dr Mashburns lectures online because I am a student at a college in Illinois. Found her on you tube to help understand A &P content because my instructor was completely unhelpful with rubbish lectures. Thanks! I liked her. Easy to follow and understand lectures.

5.0
5.0
BIO201
Grade: C
Dec 14, 2015

good teacher!!

5.0
3.0
BIO202
Grade: Not sure yet
Feb 26, 2016

If it weren't for Dr Mashburn, anatomy would be super boring! She gives great analogies to help you remember. She very good at giving extra credit

5.0
2.0
BIO201
Grade: B+
Apr 28, 2016

Mashburn is very easy to work with and gives you everything you need. You must apply yourself and work hard, but as long as you put in the effort you will make it through this class with ease! HIGHLY Recommend! Especially if you want to learn! Very beneficial to the nursing program!

4.0
2.0
BIO201
Grade: A-
Jun 15, 2016
Would take again

Great professor

5.0
3.0
BIO202
Aug 19, 2016
Would take again

Gives extra credit and has a lots of experiences to share with her students that relate to class.

Hilarious
Caring
EXTRA CREDIT
5.0
4.0
BIO201
Grade: C
Dec 11, 2016
Would take again

Dr .Mashburn was very helpful to me. I had alot of questions and she Always answered me. This Is a difficult class, not so much because of her, but there is alot of material to cover quickly. I did not find that her tests followed the study guide though and that was frustrating. But, I am taking her again for A&P II because I know what she expects.

Gives good feedback
Get ready to read
Clear grading criteria
5.0
3.0
BIO201
Grade: B
Mar 7, 2017
Would take again

Good amount of homework but she is overall a great teacher. If you listen to lectures and study the study guides you will do fine. I have taken her for 201 and 202

Skip class? You won't pass.
LOTS OF HOMEWORK
Amazing lectures
5.0
4.0
BIO201
Grade: A
Mar 21, 2017
Would take again

Amazing lectures. Timely response. Very positive. Don't procrastinate. You have one extension you can use on one set of unit exams. Extra credit questions on exams.

Get ready to read
Participation matters
EXTRA CREDIT
5.0
4.0
BIO201
Grade: Not sure yet
Jun 16, 2017
Would take again

I like being able to work at a slightly slower pace with online classes and Dr. Mashburn's lecture videos make understanding anatomy pretty easy. With the online class, exams are 80% of your grade. So if you fail 1, you're screwed. But if you take the practice tests available on blackboard you should be OK. Mastering homework is 20% of your grade

LOTS OF HOMEWORK
Clear grading criteria
TEST HEAVY
5.0
3.0
BIO104
Grade: B+
Oct 30, 2017
Would take again

I love Dr. Mashburn! I'm a business major so these required sciences suck but she ended up being one of my favorite classes. Her tests were hard at first but she has two projects mid-semester that she gives basically only A's which boosts your grade a LOT. She also has extra credit field trips. She makes you very aware of current events! Take her!

Clear grading criteria
Caring
GROUP PROJECTS
5.0
4.0
BIO202
Grade: B+
Dec 5, 2017
Would take again

She gives amazing lectures and is an amazing teacher. It is a hard class and requires a lot of work

Skip class? You won't pass.
LOTS OF HOMEWORK
Amazing lectures
5.0
4.0
BIO202
Grade: B
Dec 5, 2017
Would take again

Amazing lectures and due dates for assignments are reasonable. She is very understanding and truly cares about her students! I will be taking her again for BIO 220!

Amazing lectures
Tests are tough
LECTURE HEAVY
4.0
4.0
BIO201
Dec 7, 2017
Would take again

Watch or attend all the lectures, watch the lab videos twice, take good notes on the lectures, do the homework, and you will receive a good grade. It's obvious she cares for you to be successful. Would highly recommend her course.

ACCESSIBLE OUTSIDE CLASS
Caring
Would take again
5.0
4.0
BIO104
Grade: A+
Feb 20, 2018
Would take again

Dr. Mashburns class is challenging, but if you study the PowerPoints hard, youll do just fine on her tests. She also gives plenty of extra credit opportunities. Definitely my favorite Science instructor at Calhoun!

Amazing lectures
EXTRA CREDIT
LECTURE HEAVY
5.0
4.0
BIO201
Grade: A+
Apr 8, 2018
Would take again

Dr. Mashburn is an incredible professor. She is organized, sticks precisely to her syllabus, gives clear grading expectations, and teaches what you need to know for exams and future endeavors. You do have to have to study hard- very hard- but there are ample practice materials and study guides posted on Blackboard. 11/10 would take again.

Respected
Clear grading criteria
EXTRA CREDIT
5.0
4.0
BIO201
Grade: A
Apr 25, 2018
Would take again

Her class was like opening your eyes for the first time. You see the world completely different. She is brilliant and i hope to be half of who she is one day. Absolutely love Dr. Mashburn.

Skip class? You won't pass.
Inspirational
Amazing lectures
4.0
4.0
BIO201
Grade: A+
May 2, 2018
Would take again

Good teacher. Lots of extra credit. Get high grades on the lab exams and you'll be okay. There is a group project at the end of the semester but it's easy. She's got ample study materials and is clear on grading. Follows the syllabus exactly. I never had any problems with her. Only thing was she is a bit unapproachable occasionally. But she's nice!

BEWARE OF POP QUIZZES
EXTRA CREDIT
GROUP PROJECTS
4.0
3.0
BIO202
May 4, 2018
Would take again

She is an amazing professor, very knowledgeable and thorough. You learn so much from her lectures. Be sure to stay on top of your work and study hard, you can make the grade the want. I would certainly take her for another class again.

Gives good feedback
Clear grading criteria
Amazing lectures
3.0
4.0
BIO201
Grade: B+
Oct 30, 2018
Wouldn't take again

Mashburn was an ok teacher. She tried hard to teach as much as possible, BUT tried to be difficult on grading homework. Would be extremely vague, then count off a lot for not doing what she expected of you. Wasn't very fare. Be careful with homework assignments. Speak up and ALWAYS ask for specifics on homework--remember you've paid for this class.

Tough Grader
Participation matters
ACCESSIBLE OUTSIDE CLASS
5.0
3.0
BIO201
Grade: A
Nov 1, 2018
Would take again

Make use of lectures! Almost all test and homework material can be answered by watching and paying attention to the lecture and lab videos. Plenty of extra credit on exams. Put forth effort and youll enjoy this class.

Participation matters
Amazing lectures
EXTRA CREDIT
5.0
4.0
BIO201
Nov 2, 2018
Would take again

Dr. Mashburn is my favorite professor this year at Calhoun. She helps us whenever we need it. Her lectures are awesome and very well explained. She isnt just a great professor, she is a great person. I know shell always be honest with me. When I ask her what I need to do better, she tells me the truth. I highly recommend taking her class!!!

Respected
Skip class? You won't pass.
Caring
5.0
3.0
BIO201
Grade: A
Nov 25, 2018
Would take again

Dr. Mashburn has been by far my favorite professor. Her lectures are super easy to follow. She assigned 1 group project that was a lot of fun. She is always there to answer questions and help in any way necessary. She explains everything very thoroughly and gives plenty of study material. I will be taking her again for 202!!

Gives good feedback
Hilarious
EXTRA CREDIT
4.0
4.0
BIO201
Grade: A
Dec 10, 2018
Would take again

Dr. Mashburn is very organized and knowledgeable. Her lectures are clear and easy to understand. I did BIO 201 and 202 with her and got A's in both classes. Whatever you put in that's the grade you will get. Study hard and complete all assignments. If you are not serious, disorganized and want an easy A then don't take her class.

ACCESSIBLE OUTSIDE CLASS
Amazing lectures
EXTRA CREDIT
4.0
3.0
BIO201
Grade: A
Dec 10, 2018
Would take again

Dr. Mashburn is amazing!!!!her lectures are clear and easy to understand. I did BIO 201 and 202 with her and got A's in both classes. Whatever you put in that's the grade you will get. Study hard and complete all assignments. If you are not serious, disorganized and want an easy A then don't take her class.

ACCESSIBLE OUTSIDE CLASS
Amazing lectures
EXTRA CREDIT
5.0
4.0
BIO201
Grade: A+
Apr 27, 2019
Would take again

This was a tough and challenging class, but you will learn a lot! There is a lot of work in this class, but that is just the nature of the class. It is the second of a sequence that surveys the entire human body! She really knows her material and has strong connections with the health industry today. She will teach you what you need to know.

Lots of homework
Accessible outside class
Clear grading criteria
5.0
4.0
BIO202
Grade: A
May 1, 2019
Would take again

Dr. Mashburn has been my favorite biology teacher at Calhoun to date (and I've had around a total of five different biology teachers). The work she gives is thorough and really helps you to understand the material and she provides everything online to view for study material outside of class. I absolutely loved this class and highly recommend it.

Respected
Accessible outside class
Amazing lectures
5.0
4.0
BIO202
May 3, 2019
Would take again

I honestly can say that I do not regret taking her class at all. This was a tough class for me. If you don't study more than the few nights before the test, you won't do well in the class. This class is a lot of work but honestly, she is one of the most genuine and caring professors I have had. She is always there to help.

Skip class? You won't pass.
Clear grading criteria
Lecture heavy
5.0
3.0
BIO104
Grade: B+
May 6, 2019
Would take again

Absolutely loved her class! Lecture attendance isn't mandatory but labs were, I would recommend going to lecture also. She gives extra credit and group projects, plus great field trips!

Respected
Group projects
EXTRA CREDIT
2.0
4.0
BIO202
Grade: C+
May 6, 2019
Wouldn't take again

This teacher do not like to help you with anything she want you to do it all yourself. Her test is hard so you have to study hard and she put the test in her on words. You only have one extra credit and that's a group project.

Test heavy
Group projects
Lecture heavy
5.0
3.0
BIO202
Grade: A
May 19, 2019
Would take again

Dr. Mashburn is absolutely amazing and one of the best professors I have ever had. She has the ability to explain really complex material in a clear and simple way while also keeping your attention and making it fun. She is clear about the information you need to know for the exams and as long as you study, you will do fine. Take her class!

Clear grading criteria
Hilarious
Amazing lectures
2.0
4.0
BIO201
Grade: B
Nov 7, 2019
Wouldn't take again

I put that the textbook is used but she only used it to make her study guide. The study guide is just her going through and listing the sections/subsections of each chapter. Her lectures are ok. She does test on things not covered and not even in textbook. She TRIES to be creative and fun on the exams.

5.0
3.0
BIO202
Grade: B
Dec 10, 2019
Would take again

Best biology teacher Ive ever had at Calhoun! I took her online and learned more than the last two biology classes I was in before. She is awesome and allows for at least 5 points of extra credit on every test. She is very concise and uses a very clear schedule. She makes it optional to purchase the A&P code, & provides lots of practice for tests.

Clear grading criteria
Amazing lectures
EXTRA CREDIT
5.0
3.0
BIO202
Grade: B+
Jan 1, 2020
Would take again

Awesome teacher! I had online,

Respected
EXTRA CREDIT
5.0
3.0
BIO202
Apr 30, 2020
Would take again

Mashburn is excellent. If you do exactly as youre told youll pass for sure. Devote time and effort into this class.

Participation matters
Get ready to read
Inspirational
5.0
5.0
BIO201
Grade: A
Apr 30, 2020
Would take again

Fantastic sense of humor, easy to approach, great communication. Very clear directions for assignments. Doesn't rely too heavily on external programs/software/websites. EXCELLENT interaction/lectures/explanations. Very hard class, absolutely worth it.

Gives good feedback
Hilarious
Amazing lectures
5.0
3.0
BIO201
Grade: A+
May 6, 2020
Would take again

Ive taken dr. Mashburn for bio 201 and 202! Excellent teacher! Her lectures are very clear and easy to follow along with! She uses examples and references to really help you understand the concepts! I passed both with an A! This class is difficult, more so 202, but if you really take the time to study youll be fine! Print the lectures it helps!

Test heavy
Group projects
EXTRA CREDIT
5.0
4.0
BIO202
Grade: B
Aug 2, 2020
Would take again

This class is very difficult, but she was always available to help and explain things in a simpler way. Very knowledgable and cared about the information. Would definitely recommend.

Amazing lectures
Lecture heavy
Caring
5.0
5.0
BIO201
Oct 7, 2020
Would take again

Excellent teacher. Always willing to help and clearly explains difficult material. You have to study a good bit for this class but she makes it as simple as possible and wants you to pass.

2.0
4.0
BIO201
Nov 8, 2020
Wouldn't take again

Her test does not add up to her lectures or study guides. I would recommend looking at other professors.

Get ready to read
Test heavy
Lecture heavy
5.0
3.0
BIO201
Grade: B
Nov 13, 2020
Would take again

I loved this teacher! I took her Human A&P 1 class online and it took me a bit to get used to it, but once I did it was totally fine. She is super nice and understanding, and she gives you SO much material to help you learn and understand. She also gives plenty of study materials and a practice quiz for every test. Would definitely take again!

5.0
4.0
BIO201
Grade: A
Nov 26, 2020
Would take again

A&P2 was an online class. Everything for the entire semester is up and ready in blackboard when the class starts. Her lectures are well done and to the point. There is a lab exam and lecture exam for every unit (5 units total). These count for 80% of your grade. She offers about 5 pts EC on every exam. Fun class! Work hard and you will do well!

Lots of homework
Clear grading criteria
EXTRA CREDIT
5.0
3.0
BIO202
Grade: B
Dec 3, 2020
Would take again

Dr. Mashburn wants to see you succeed in her class. I loved her lecture videos, and she was very clear on the material you need to study. She does give extra credit on every test. It is a lot of info, but as long as you keep up, you will make a good grade. You have a few weeks in between each test, but if you wanted to work ahead you could.

5.0
4.0
BIO201
Dec 10, 2020
Would take again

She is absolutely great! Words cannot explain how great she is!

Gives good feedback
Clear grading criteria
Caring
5.0
5.0
BIO201
Grade: B
May 4, 2021
Would take again

Dr. Mashburn is awesome. Her class is tough no doubt, but she provides plenty of materials and is always available to answer questions. I definitely recommend her!

Gives good feedback
Respected
Amazing lectures
5.0
3.0
BIO202
Grade: B
May 4, 2021
Would take again

I took both A&P 1 and 2 with Dr. Mashburn and it was by far one of my favorite classes. This is not an easy A, but study and do your homework and it will be a great class. She answers emails really fast and has never been rude or that I was bothering her. Extra credit is given on each exam and also creates other extra credit opportunities.

Respected
Caring
EXTRA CREDIT
5.0
3.0
BIO201
Grade: B+
May 22, 2021
Would take again

I took Dr. Mashburns A&P 2 class this semester and I loved her! She gives you every opportunity to pass and makes sure you really retain the information. She is so caring and makes sure to give you opportunities for extra credit and responds quickly to emails. If you ever have to take an anatomy class, I cannot recommend her enough.

Accessible outside class
Caring
EXTRA CREDIT
5.0
4.0
BIO201
Grade: A+
May 25, 2021
Would take again

Dr. Mashburn is an excellent professor!!! I had her class for A/P II. She is very helpful and will respond to emails quickly. She truly cares about her students and wants them to succeed in her class and in their future careers. Her lectures are detailed and precise which is important in A/P!! She is a wonderful Professor!

Amazing lectures
Caring
EXTRA CREDIT
5.0
4.0
BIO202
Grade: B
Dec 5, 2021
Would take again

Professor Mashburn is a great teacher. I would take her class again. Complete the study materials she assigns. This will help you understand concepts and prepare to take exams.

Gives good feedback
Participation matters
Clear grading criteria
5.0
4.0
BIOH3
Dec 7, 2021
Would take again

This class can be hard if you don't study enough, but she gives you all the tools and breaks down everything to make it easier for you. She wants her students to understand the material very thoroughly. She gives you weeks to study and learn everything. I would 100% take her again.

Gives good feedback
Amazing lectures
5.0
4.0
BIO202
Grade: C+
Dec 8, 2021
Would take again

I really think Mrs. Mashburn is a great professor. I did not study as much as I should have and that's why I got the grade I did. She not only post a bunch of study material, but she also does videos going over the study material. She is very thorough and includes extra credit on exams. Actually give yourself time to study and you will do fine!

Get ready to read
Skip class? You won't pass.
Hilarious
5.0
4.0
201
Grade: A
Apr 19, 2022
Would take again

Honestly one of the best teachers I have had yet at Calhoun! She is a tough teacher when it comes to the material but she always sets everyone up for success. She takes everything straight from the textbook and is very easy to talk to. I used to stay after class and talk to her. Highly recommend!

Amazing lectures
Caring
Lecture heavy
5.0
2.0
BIO104
Grade: A-
Apr 29, 2022
Would take again

Dr.Mashburn was a very great professor. I had her for BIO 104(Hybrid) and it was a small class which was great. She explains the material very well,her class schedule for the semester was very helpful, and she is overall an amazing professor.

Clear grading criteria
Caring
Respected
5.0
4.0
BIO202
Grade: A
May 2, 2022
Would take again

Great professor. Gives plenty of material to help you study and learn. Her videos are easy to follow and she always adds some interesting things about what you are studying. Do all the extra practice tests because she usually takes several questions from there and puts them on the actual test. There's extra credit on all exams.

EXTRA CREDIT
Clear grading criteria
Gives good feedback
5.0
5.0
BIO202
Grade: A
May 4, 2022
Would take again

Loved Dr. Mashburn. There is A LOT of material but she provides extensive video lectures on each unit. I learned more from her lectures than I did any book or online tool. It's going to be tough, but watch the lectures religiously and you'll be fine.

Amazing lectures
Caring
Test heavy
5.0
4.0
BIO202
Grade: A+
May 7, 2022
Would take again

I loved Dr. Mashburn's class! She truly cares for each student! I'll be honest, it is not an easy class, but I am a better student for taking it. She will reply to your email either right after you send it or first thing in the morning! She will help you in any way she can! I HIGHLY recommend her class to anyone on the fence!

Participation matters
Caring
Accessible outside class
1.0
5.0
BIO202
Grade: Drop/Withdrawal
May 16, 2022

She was very difficult. I would email her to ask for guidance or help and she wouldnt offer good suggestions. I emailed her once saying I was struggling and possibly going to fail out of the class and her suggestion was for me to just retake the class next semester with someone else. She didnt even try to help! I do not recommend

Lots of homework
Lecture heavy
Test heavy
2.0
5.0
BIO201
Grade: B
Feb 27, 2023

I would not recommend this class to anyone that is taking other classes. She piles A LOT of homework, and on top of a lab and lecture exam every 2 weeks on completely different things that counts for 75% of your grade. You have no free time taking this class with all of the studying and homework you have to do. No time to focus on other classes.

Lots of homework
Lecture heavy
Test heavy
2.0
5.0
BIO201
Grade: B-
Mar 7, 2023

Hardest class I have ever taken. She is disrespectful when students ask her questions, and her tests are very difficult. You will learn, but it takes A LOT of work. You barely have any time to focus on other classes. Definitely do not recommend.

Lots of homework
Lecture heavy
Test heavy
5.0
2.0
BIO202
Grade: A-
Apr 14, 2023
Would take again

Amazing Professor. When I did badly on a test she reached out to me to try and help explain what I did wrong. Met with her on campus and went over the test I didn't do too well on and she helped explain anything. Next test I passed with flying colors. Textbook is recommended but as long as you watch the lectures and do the work you'll be fine.

Amazing lectures
Caring
Accessible outside class
2.0
5.0
BIO201
Grade: B-
Apr 20, 2023

This is by far the most difficult class I have taken. There is A LOT of homework, the tests are very difficult (and a lot of the times include info you do not talk about), and she is very rude when you try and ask questions. If you are taking any other classes, I would not recommend taking her class. You will learn, but it is very stressful.

Lots of homework
Test heavy
Accessible outside class
1.0
5.0
201
Grade: Drop/Withdrawal
Oct 24, 2023

I do not recommend this professor. Hard tests every 2 weeks that count 75% of your grade. No extra credit and when asking for help because you are going to fail the class she recommend dropping the class.

Lots of homework
Test heavy
Accessible outside class
1.0
5.0
BIO202
Grade: C-
Oct 25, 2023

I wouldn't take this professor for BIO202 because her heavy lectures of million videos did absolutely NOTHING to help prepare for the 5 exams she only has - which is 75% of your grade! Avoid this professor at all costs. Is very hostile, short, and rude when you ask a question.

Get ready to read
Lecture heavy
Graded by few things
5.0
5.0
201
Grade: B
Dec 4, 2023
Would take again

Be prepared this class is very lecture, homework, and test heavy but if you put in the work it will be worth it. I have enjoyed this class, I attended everyday and I feel like I did good to keep up with the biweekly homework and how to study. There are plenty of chances to get extra points on the lab exams ( the easier exam of the two).

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Lecture heavy
Test heavy
1.0
5.0
BIO202
Grade: Drop/Withdrawal
Jan 7, 2024

Professor: Don't recommend & unhelpful. Exams are 75% of grade. She does not prepare you well. She talks in her many videos as if you already know the material. She gives 12-14 timely homework assignments per unit that are due in two weeks. The homework that takes up a lot of time is only 20% of your grade. Two days later is your exam due date.

Tough grader
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Lots of homework
5.0
4.0
BIO202
Grade: A
May 5, 2024
Would take again

Great teacher, I learned a lot from her! There's a lot of content to cover. Stay on top of assignments, use the study guides & pay attention to her lecture videos & you'll be fine. I spent more time on this class than any other due to how much stuff there was to cover, ended up with an A! Put in the work and you'll pass!

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Test heavy
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3.0
201
Grade: B
Dec 10, 2024
Would take again

This is a tough course! The body is very complex. Dr Mashburn is not a difficult professor. You'll have homework for every unit please do it. The homework helped me to get a B even though I did not do well on the last exam. The lab test are straight forward. The lecture test are a bit challenging but they are not hard. Take her! You got this!

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Participation matters
Caring
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5.0
BIO201
Grade: A
Dec 11, 2024
Would take again

Dr. Mashburn is an amazing teacher and wants all of her students to succeed. This course was hard, but if you do all your work on time, you will get extra credit for it. Dr. Mashburn's lectures were amazing, and you could tell she loves what she does. I highly recommend Dr. Mashburn if you're looking to succeed in this class!

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Amazing lectures
Clear grading criteria
1.0
5.0
BIO202
Grade: D
Mar 19, 2025

I have 0 clue how this woman has a good rating. There is sooooo much. The Learning Objective is the study guide. Yet, there is over 80 LO. And then you have to do the labs for the test and there is only 60 questions. It's incredibly hard to even know what's on the test. I hate it. Absolutely hate it.

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3.0
BIO201
Grade: A
Mar 27, 2025
Would take again

You can tell she wants her students to learn, and she tries to make a difficult class entertaining when she can. That being said, it's largely up to us students to do the gigantic amount of homework for each unit (there is extra credit given at the end of the semester for doing all of it tho). It's also very easy to get extra credit for exams.

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Lots of homework
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4.0
BIO202
Grade: A
Apr 22, 2025
Would take again

Dr. Mashburn's great teacher and clearly wants her students to do well. The material of this class is extremely hard in such short time no matter how good the teacher is but I took BIO 201 with a terrible professor and then took 202 with Dr. Mashburn and it made a world of difference. She uses honorlock but all these classes use honorlock so study

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BIO202
Grade: A-
Apr 29, 2025
Would take again

Dr. Mashburn is truly the best!! Yes, the course is very difficult but if you put in the time and effort yourself, she gives you what you need to be successful. I genuinely learned more with her and the information stuck more so than with anyone. She also has a really great sense of humor and is so personable, as well as encouraging.

Amazing lectures
Clear grading criteria
Gives good feedback
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5.0
BIO202
Grade: Drop/Withdrawal
Nov 16, 2025

Veers off topic in videos, too many learning objectives, test material is not clear, cares more about showing off how much she knows instead of caring about students learning, videos are old and outdated. She needs to update her videos and focus on actual learning objectives of what she is going to test on. These good reviews are from suck ups, obv

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Test heavy
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3.0
BIO202
Nov 20, 2025
Would take again

This class is not easy but Dr. Mashburn made it tolerable. I took BIO202 online and all lecture/lab videos are provided just like it would be in an in person lecture. She explains things very well. The people rating badly did not want to put in time or effort into a difficult BIO class and wanted answers handed to them.

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BIO202
Grade: B+
Dec 8, 2025
Would take again

While this class is hard as any anatomy class is, Dr. Mashburn is an excellent professor who really cares about her students. She gives some extra credit point on most lecture and lab test. She is also very good at helping you if you are struggling in the class, and gives lots of open lab opportunities where she walks through the material more.

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BIO202
Grade: C
Dec 9, 2025
Would take again

its an anatomy class. I don't test well so im actually happy I even passed.

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BIO202
Grade: B-
Dec 10, 2025
Would take again

I really enjoyed being in Dr. Mashburn's class and would highly recommend taking her class. She gives great lectures and lab!

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BIO202
Grade: A
Dec 14, 2025
Would take again

Dr. Mashburn was amazing! Let me tell you right now, the best way to study for her lecture exams is to use the learning objectives she provides on Canvas. She offers PLENTY of extra credit opportunities so it is impossible to fail. As any other anatomy class she has practical and lecture exams. She is the best person to go to for questions.

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