The material is common sense, and its all lectures pretty much. Midterms are essay format and kind of difficult, she wants you to read way to much of articles that are to difficult to relate back...

The class is based on lectures and readings. If you don't take proper notes and don't do the readings, you won't do so well in the class. The lectures are pretty much common sense, so if you at least just pay attention you'll do alright. Easy A or B if you just take good notes and listen to lectures. Barely any hw.

Interesting material. Presented material in way that was easy to understand. Didn't need the book. I got A's on both midterms on my notes alone. She's willing to help you if you ask for it. "Go 'head, girl Go 'head get down!!"

I enjoyed her teaching because it was very clear and simplified, which made it easy to grasp. The class and tests were not difficult, but the many readings were harsh. However if you attend class daily you should pass.

Learned lots from her class, knows what she's teaching but lots of reading and lectures are long and barely lets out early. Overall study and midterms and finals arent that bad.

she's a great professor. she takes the time to clarify anything if you don't understand it. i didnt do any of the readings but i got a B in the class. i highly reccommend her.

Very nice and easy teacher. I only skimmed the readings for homework due. Tests come directly from lecture notes. Very helpful and gives extra credit opportunity.

very easy going and down-to-earth, I really liked her jokes:)

Lectures are easy to understand, plenty of extra credit opportunities and she's has a great sense of humor. I hardly did any of the reading but it didn't hurt my grade.

She was such a great professor. She made things interesting and told us what the quizzes were going to be on before we had them. So if she tells you to find specific info on something..do it! Easy reading..I didn't do much of it and pulled a high B. I would highly recommend taking her class.

Got an A in her med.soc class and soc 100 class. Tests are based on lecture and some readings. Just skim the readings. Easy as pie. Great personality and fun to listen to.

OKAY GREAT CLASS IF YOU ATTEND AT LEAST ONCE A WEEK YOU ARE GOLDEN..... DON'T HAVE TO READ THE BOOK LOADS OF XTRA CREDIT.....SO NEEED TO TAKE HER FOR SOC100..... TELLS YOU WHAT WILL BEON THETEST AND THE NOTES ARE ALL YOU NEED...

great professor! juat go to classs, take notes, and you'll be good. 2 midterms and a final and some quizes in between. really recomend this class.

Great professor! Pleanty extra credit and she tells you exactly what the quiz questions will be. i attended every class or copied notes but did none of the readings and got a 94% in the class.

Amazing professor, as long as you go to class and when she says come to class knowing... make sure you know it and you will do well. Plus she curves all the tests and the final grade.

Prof. Barnes rocks! she is an awesome teacher. she is clear and consise with her lectures and makes learning fun again with her interesting films, pictures and comparisons between Can. and US. She is very approachable and friendly and gives ample opprotunity to raise your grades. AWESOME PROF!

TAKE her! SHE IS GREAT!!!!! cant go wrong taking prof. B,very nice and helpful, attandence reqired test easy over Too Cool GREAT!

highly recommend taking her. test questions are based on exact questions in book. just be sure to attend all classes and you'll get an A for sure.

Her class is super easy. You have 2 midterms and both are taken from the quizzes in the back of the book (which have the answers). Definitely an easy A. Class gets boring though because she likes to talk a lot but if you like lectures go for it. Attendance is mandatory (you sign a sheet of paper), so i suggest have someone sign it for you haha.

She is really awsome. She knows how to teach and she made sociology to be very interesting and fun. First, i wasn't interested in sociology but she made me get interested!!!! She Rocks!!!

Super cute personality. Really nice and buff! Completely off of the powerpoint, which she posts on Bboard.The only thing that I didn't like: group research paper.

Really Easy Professor. Tests are exactly like the study guides. Study guides comes from the text book at the end of the chapters. Don't even need to read. Attendance is mandatory. She tells you whats on the quiz. Basically just defining a term she gives you. I really recommend her, I learned alot from her. Class was very interesting.

Interesting lectures; you'll learn a lot! Textbook is not necessary because the tests are based on the lectures. 2 midterms, 1 final, and 1 group project/presentation.

I didn't even buy the book but managed to get a high B in the class. Could have gotten an A if I would've studied with someone who actually had the book. 1 piece of advise: go to class or have a friend to take role for you. Exams are a joke and the 2 homework assignments are a cakewalk. Buy the book or make a friend who has one. Enjoy an easy A!

okay, i have to admit i had a bit of a crush on her, lol, putting that aside, she's a great professor. she loves what she teaches and that comes across in her lectures. she has a wicked sense of humor and a cute personality that gives class a laid back feel to it. come to class, skim the text and you'll do great, might actually learn something too.

the subject is boring but she made it interesting sometimes. threw in some videos that kept class entertaining. i didnt buy the book and still managed to get an A. she gives extra credit opportunities. shes kinda funny too.i think there were 2 midterms and 1 final (which used questions from the midterms). TAKE HER!

I liked this class a lot! It was pretty interesting and it was really, really easy to get good grades on the tests (just look at the study guides at the back of every chapter).

she's probably the most easy professor you will get at an usc didn't buy the book or study for more then a min for any of her 2 test and final even though i got a B i know i would have gotten a A if i even remotely tried in her class lol. don't buy the book go to the library and rent it out for 3 hours i promise its more then you need

I loved this class. The topics we discussed were very controversial and it will open up your mind. As far as the class goes, what can I say, it's EASY. 2 easy h.w. assignments and the "pop" quizzes weren't pop at all. Tests are the same as the study guides in the back of the book. Final is a cumulative of previous tests. EASY CLASS!

Prof is very laid back. No need to take notes, power points on BB. Roll sheet is passed around every class meeting and attendance is worth 20pts. 2 hw assignments & a couple quizzes. DOES NOT provide study guides for tests which is a BUMMER!

Has it ever occurred to you that it is your heavy reliance on text lingo that is keeping you down academically? All profs demand that their students are literate, which means students need to demonstrate at least a basic command of written English. That means proper grammar and spelling. Spell out "you" and "your," not "U" or "UR."

I loved her class. The material is interesting and she teaches it very well. Her class is pretty easy as long as you study.

Remember the graphs/charts she discusses in class, because they will be on the exam. She provides a somewhat useful study guide. The study guide is really for the essay questions, because the multiple choice is somewhat tricky and from the book. She is a tough grader with the group semester paper. Have to put good effort to recieve an A.

Barnes, she's an interesting lady. The class is extremely easy. Exams are based on the same study guide questions in the back of the textbook. Must attend class for participation points. And a couple of homework assignments that only require fluid grammar. Just answer the prompt, it's that simple. Class gets off topic at times, but hey..You'll live

This class is EXTREMELY easy!! The questions AND answers on the test are the review questions listed in the back of each chapter, literally word for word!! All you have to do is study the review questions at the back of the book and you'll ace every single test!!

She was pretty cool. Just need to make sure you at least do the study guides in the back of the chapters b/c they are the same questions on the midterms and final. Her homework was a bit confusing for me, also do everything b/c everything she grades is weighted!

Very good teacher. The class is easy and the tests are based on the review questions in the back of each chapter. I just recently took her exam. There were 50 questions and I only missed 1. That's from studying for about an hour. She can be funny sometimes and she's a yoga instructor so you might do a few breathing and stretching exercises during class.

Interesting class, professor knows what shes talking about. Few notecard quizzes every week on identifications: example, importance, definition. Wants answers to be directly from the book so it's really not that hard. Two 1 page hwk assignments, & 2 tests, 1 final which are directly from the study guides on the book. Easy & interesting class

The class is pretty interesting but her lectures can be a little boring. She uses powerpoints which she posts online, it's helpful if you print them out and bring them to class to add notes to. Your study guide is the book! Read the summaries and do the quizzes at the end of each chapter, they really help on the tests! Overall great & easy teacher!

One of the best sociology teachers on campus!! :) Test answers are the review questions at the back of every chapter so tests are EXTREMELY easy!!

Her lectures were really easy to follow. She put powerpoints online and really just followed that. Her test are extremely easy if you utilize the book. She literally takes the tests from the practice questions. The only gripe I have with her is that on her essay assignments, she wanted us to answer 10 different questions in a 2-page paper :(

Best professor I have had at Long Beach State so far! She very well organized and willing to help you with anything you need. She made the class very interesting and somewhat controversial. There are three papers, 2 midterms, and a final. She somewhat of a tough grader, but only because she came tell when you are b.s.ing. Take her!

She's an awesome teacher! Her SOC 100 class is very easy to follow along with. Her powerpoints are very helpful and if you could at least read the summaries at the end of the chapters of the assigned book, you'll be good to go. She basically tells you cut-and-dry how she wants her assignments done so just follow the guidelines.

Great professor! She really enjoys the subject she teaches and wants the class to ask question. Extremely easy A just go to class and do the study guide in the back of each chapter! One of my favorite classes.

I highly recommend students to take Professor Barnes. All you need to complete is 5-6 quizzes, 2 midterms, 2 hw assignments and the final. Make sure you are very descriptive on quizzes and hw. She's pretty hard in grading but as long as you follow the hw rubric you'll be good. Attendance: Signing in.

Prof B's grading IS consistent & very reasonable. If it's THAT unclear then it's the student's responsibility to get clarification during her office hours. She's very helpful & just as long as you review your notes & practice the ch. review questions, you'll be fine. Interesting class!

She is a great professor! Her lectures can get boring but hey who's aren't..You have like 5-6 quizzes, 2 midterms, 2 HW Assignments and a final! Her final and quizzes are EASY! Just study the Study Guides in back of the book :)

Homework/Essay Assign Tip: Define all of the terms that are on the rubric in your 1- page essay. The rubric says to define a minimum of 3 terms.. but the students who only defined 3 terms earned C's on the homework. The students who earned A's on the homework defined all of the terms and included information from both the lectures and textbook.

I just wrote a review and wanted to make sure she gets a yellow happy face! That green face was an accident! I have switched to sociology because of this woman!

She's a pretty cool prof, very down to earth and easy to relate to. class is pretty easy, sometimes she stops the lecture and makes everyone do yoga poses hahaha. Tests are the easiest thing in the world. The questions are literally taken from the questions in the back of each chapter. BUT she grades suuper hard on the 2 HW assignments and quizzes!

Nice professor but pretty boring on lectures. Attendance IS mandatory despite its a big lecture class. Tests are easy if you read. She borrows test question from the book so make sure to study them. The final was super easy cause all the questions were from the textbook. She grades hard o quizzes and papers

She is one of the best teachers I have taken at CSULB. Yes she can be hard, but her lectures are really interesting and she is always there to help. If you expect an easy grade then don't take her, but if you are looking forward to learning i would def. recommend her....

Loved this class. Exams were in multiple choice and essay format, grading for the essays was a little unclear. Most of the information was given in lectures, but the readings help when you need greater detail. Watched a few films in class to reinforce the material.

Interesting professor & class. I could be mistaken, but I believe there was only 2 midterms. I received a B in her class. An A would require copious amount of time reading the book and so on. She's a hard grader on homework; not too clear. Overall, an easy class to pass.

Interesting class and professor. Make sure to attend most of the classes. She counts attendance! Two exams throughout the semester, and studying MySocLab is a must! Definitely read the textbook. Most of the test material comes out of the textbook and MySocLab. Overall, good professor.

What a great professor! She is really knowledgable about so many aspects of medical sociology. She's a hard grader, but the class isn't hard overall. Three papers, all on one topic. First exam is the hardest. I learned so much in this class and really enjoyed it. The book IS neccessary, but there is no homework. Don't take if you want an easy A.

Loved this class and professor! Never had an interest for sociology before, but Professor Barnes definitely makes you want to know more about the subject. She's a pretty easy grader for assignments and quizzes. Tests are not bad if you read over the PPT and textbook. I would recommend her! She takes attendance though.

This professor is really easy to get along with and really know's her stuff. Her class is overall easy with tests being based on the lectures and some parts of the book. Attendance is mandatory but her class is pretty interesting. She is the reason why i am minoring in sociology! I recommend taking her class.

Without a doubt, she was the most inspirational professor that I have ever had the honor of being taught under! She is very no-nonsense and teaches you so much more than you will ever learn in any other class. Thanks to her, everything I learn in other classes are now merely a walk in a park!

I took this class because I had to, and I'm SO glad I did. Professor Barnes is an incredible teacher who is super knowledgeable and passionate about sociology. She really opened my eyes in a non-biased way to so many new ideas and concepts. The material is a little dense at times, but she makes it interesting and tells some great stories.

lectures are pretty simple she is a great teacher enjoyed having her grading is not hard and she is fair and understanding her lectures make you learn a lot and think about things you havent she is funny at times and she is very nice you need to study for test but they are hard just memorize your notes you should be good she tells you what be on it

Know terms and definitions discussed in class, it will help you for the ID portion for the midterms. Do your homework, easy points and worth more than you think. Lecture slides are broad, so you'll need the textbook. Topics were interesting, but she tends to go on a tangent a lot of the time. Overall, easy class if you do your work and study.

Great teacher, explains. need to study. 3 exams , hw assignments and final. easy money

I absolutely loved this class. She is extremely smart and passionate about what she teaches. There are 4 exams that are straight out of her powerpoints as well as the textbook. Homework assignments are straightforward and will help you on the exams. She takes attendance every class. Such a great teacher take her!

loved this class! almost all of it was common sense and her lectures were enjoyable! the homework is assigned every week and takes about an hour to complete. you won't regret it either; doing the homework makes understanding the lectures a breeze!

She's very understanding, if you didn't have time to do hw, she'll let you turn it in later. She really cares about what she's talking about. It's a pretty easy class in general. Tests are not too hard and quizzes are easy.

she is a super nice person, but can be very boring. she allows you to turn in late work. there are 2 midterms, a final, and one 2 minute presentation which is no pressure. the ID questions on her tests are hard and very specific & require you to know every readings' details just in case. i felt the class could've been executed better, though.

Favorite professor this past semester. Teaches in a way that makes even the most boring topics interesting. Before quizzes she will go over answers if someone asks for clarification. Tests were very straight-forward and she tells you exactly what will be on the midterms and the final. Very caring towards her students and she's also very funny.

Professor Barnes is a great professor! Lectures are usually boring but the content is very interesting. She is hilarious and offers extra credit. She lets you know before hand what the quiz prompt is so you can prepare. Overall, great class!

Super easy class, could've got an A but I didn't try. 3 Midterms that you can easily pass by going over Revel quizzes and skimming notes. Sadly it is mandatory to show up since she takes roll but overall this was my easiest class last semester and I highly recommend anyone who's looking for an easy GE to take this class.

Dr. Barnes, is a really mellow prof but she goes into detail when explaining concepts and elaborates well with examples. She's very explicit as to what's going to be on the exams.

Gives online HW and has some small quizzes on the end, but its REALLY easy. Lectures are super interesting and fun because she goes so much in depth about the content and shares her personal stories with it too! Tests are super easy as long as you go to lectures for reviews. Had quizzes but were definitions, pretty lenient. Final was easy!

Very tough professor, she had 2 midterms, a final, and a couple of quizzes. She is very inspiring and was a great help, but oh boy, the readings are no joke. You can't watch star wars on your laptop because you have to sign a contract. This class will challenge the student to analyze sexualities and I left the class knowing more than I came with.

You're going to have to buy REVEL where you take your quizzes that are due once a week(EASY). 4 exams, multiple choice, around 45 questions. Exams are based off lectures and some of quizzes. A couple of in-class quizzes as well, she lets you know before hand and the topic. Her lectures are pretty interesting, focus on issues today. Take her.

You're going to have to buy REVEL where you take your quizzes that are due once a week and they are multiple choice. 4 exams, multiple choice, around 45 questions. Exams are based off lectures and some of quizzes. A couple of in-class quizzes as well, she lets you know before hand and the topic.

It's an easy class, 3 exams, 5 quizzes(super easy she just picks a word from the chapter, she tells you which word the lecture b4 the quizandu have to know the def, an ex. and its significance to Soc based on the book)weekly online hw, so easy (answers on quizlet).Attend every lecture and take notes and Study notes for exam and guarentee an A or B.

Class was pretty easy to pass. Only thing is the lectures can get pretty boring sometimes because there's a lot of statistics in the powerpoints. She does post them on BB and we had 3 midterms and one final. Theres a chapter each week to read on Revel with quizzes but she's a very nice teacher and very understanding, I would definitely recommend

We had 3 Midterms, multiple Quizzes that we had to do on index cards and one Final. Prof. Barnes was honestly one of my better teachers, she highlights on the important information during class. The first couple of quizzes are more difficult because you dont know what she actually wants. Most of the stuff you need to pass is on the textbook though

Prof Barnes is probably my favorite professor so far. The class was fairly easy, but we had concept quizzes where she looked for very specific answers and I found it very difficult. Other than that, she helps a lot and even gives you one on one advice if you ask for it.

Prof B was my favorite professor amidst the pandemic. She was always positive and really cared about her students. Class is mandatory but its not a hard class to catch up in. Class was based of 3 midterms, 8 concept quizzes, weekly homework, and a final. Be careful, the concept quizzes can make or break your grade fast. I barely got an A.

The course is easy but you have to study constantly to remember the material. The class consists of 3 midterms, online readings, and concept quizzes which are the more difficult assignments. The professor makes the class easier by elaborating on the material and answering questions in class. She is caring towards her students.

Professor Barnes is my favorite professor that I have had so far. She is extremely flexible and caring with her students. You can turn assignments in late for partial credit or sometimes full credit if you email her. The course consists of 3 midterms and a final which I found pretty easy. I recommend this professor strongly.

As a first year student struggling through so much in every sense, this professor was truly the highlight of my year. I never felt so encouraged and heard academically the way I did with Barnes. She was lenient and assertive with good measure. Would 100% recommend to anyone who wants to learn and enjoy a course. Overall, there are no complaints!

She's nice, she actually helps you out with anything you need help with. She responds to your email quickly.

You can definitely tell that Professor Barnes is passionate about what she teaches! I enjoyed listening to her lectures. A few downsides about this class: her (strict) grading on concept quizzes and having to purchase an online interactive textbook ($70). Exams were pretty easy! No papers as far as I remember.

Prof Barnes is caring and is very flexible with her deadlines. You have to purchase an online course $70 where you take lots of quizzes and assignment. VERY critical with her concept quizzes, but if you email her, she will basically give you all the requirements. LOVED her as a person, super nice and loves what she does. Be ready to work though.

Just be aware of the concept quizzes as Professor Barnes expects very detailed information with a word limit. Concept quizzes were the only difficult assignments in this class. Other than that, Professor Barnes was an amazing professor and she responds quickly to emails and gives great feedback.

I really enjoyed this class, the topic was interesting, and Professor Barnes' lectures were engaging. You can genuinely see her passion for the subject in the way she teaches. Very understanding, pay attention in class, and follow her instructions, it's easy to succeed. If you want to learn something meaningful, I definitely recommend this course.