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Patricia Schneider

Biology - Queensborough Community College

2.2
Quality
4.2
Difficulty
20%
Would Retake
135
Reviews
2.2
Quality
4.2
Difficulty
2.1
Helpful
2.3
Clarity

20%

Would Retake

135

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What Students Say

i thought the other comments were just kids making excuses for not studying but this teacher is really horrible she will make you afraid to ask questions on things you dont understand which will be in her class

BIO201 - 1.0 rating

one of the worse professor in the world

BI201 - 1.0 rating
Class Info

Online Classes

100%

Attendance Mandatory

86%

Textbook Required

47%

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Based on 33 grades
Most common grades:
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A (6)
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Grade Distribution
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Based on 53 reported grades
Drop/Withdrawal: 12
A: 6
B: 6
B+: 4
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Get ready to read (16)
Skip class? You won't pass. (15)
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Participation matters (12)
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Reviews (135)
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MICRO
Nov 14, 2003

Good teacher overall.

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BIO
Dec 11, 2003

Is the most bitter prof. and will not help you at all

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BI201
Aug 16, 2004

This teacher is freaking crazy. She is so grouchy and she makes peoples self esteem low by shutting them down all the time. I felt so stupid taking her class. She's very anal and takes the class way too seriously. You'll be lucky if you get a C+!

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BIOL201
Jun 17, 2004

Whoever say that a good teacher overall must be crazy. She questions students about their majors try avoiding this professor at all cost.

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BI201
Aug 20, 2004

SHE IS A GOOD TEACHER, DONT BE LATE, TAKE NOTES, AND YOU'LL DO GOOD IN HER CLASS!

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BI201
Aug 31, 2004

She is hard but very good in teaching. explain everything right to the point. You need to do the reading before class. I got an A because I did the work. 'A' is not too far from your grip as others said, you just need to study.

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BIO201
Sep 25, 2004

I thought she was great and even though I have left the school I still keep in contact with her. If you seek her help she will help you if not then your own your own over all shes A+

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BIO201
May 28, 2005

She's the witch!! don't take her.. she makes you feel stupid if you don't know anything in her class. she thinks that she's the best and doesn't encourage students. her exams are hardest... DON"T TAKE HER..

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201
Jul 28, 2005

professor schneider is a good teacher.Shde enjoys what she does and encourages class participation. If she sees you put an effort in, she is very helpful. Although i didn't like the way she taught the class, her tests are easy if you study. She does seem a little condescending but i just dont pay attention . All around, she's a good teacher

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BIO201
Jun 5, 2005

worse teacher. I have no words to describe her. Oh my GOD.. I don't know who made her professor. I was a good student but when i was in her class i felt so studpid. "what world was that"!! i just want to say don't ever take her. NEVER EVER TAKE HER. Oh mannn. she's something.. kind a witch! when you look at her you would even feel the same thing.

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BI202
Oct 31, 2005

No Comments

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BIOLOGY
Nov 5, 2005

No Comments

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BI201
Grade: A
Nov 9, 2005

she explains every topic in great detail, her test are very tricky but if you study it is impossible to fail the test

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BI201
Nov 15, 2005

No Comments

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BI201
Jan 23, 2006

She is a walking nightmare! After a month I had to drop this class! I don't mean to brag but I am an A student. I tried a lot but she made it impossible! Don't take her unless you are really damn smart. She will make you feel stupid, her tests are hard (50 multiple choice questions in 50 minutes), taking notes is not enough, READ THE BOOK!!

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BI201
Mar 13, 2006

Avoid her. Very much forms an opinion right away only treates some students well. Scarey. Ruined my disire to study. Dropped after first quiz.

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BI201
Apr 28, 2006

does not acomodate anyones needs:wants everything her way

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BI201
Jun 19, 2006

Oh My GOD! Do not take her. Personally She is a good professor but her exams are so TRICKY that even if you study day and night for the whole year you still won't get an A. She is not only difficult but impossible. Her Quizzes for LAZ are kinda tricky. I am an A student but i feel like even affter studying so much i won't even get a D. I have never

5.0
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BIOLOGY
Jul 12, 2006

DO NOT TAKE HER. she killed my desire to study science. take some other professor but her. You will feel so bored and would not wanna come to her class. everyday in her will feel like HELL.....

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BIOL101
Nov 20, 2006

You should only take this class if you're smart. If you're a dumb ****, then you obviously won't pass the class. She's a good woman with a heart of gold...Not only is she beautiful on the inside, she's DAMN SEXY on the outside. I love her...so should you.

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BIOLAB
Dec 16, 2006

Dr. Schnedier definitely knows her stuff. Not an easy A, but if you're planning to go to med school or at least thinking about the health professions...SHE IS THE ONE you should seek after. You WILL have a great understanding of BIO after taking her. EXTREMELY PRECISE, EXTREMELY KNOWLEDGEABLEONE OF THE FEW PROFESSORS THAT REALLY CARES ABOUT BIO

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BIOLAB
Dec 21, 2006

Awful experience. Don't you believe that bull the person before me was dealing. I think she HATE us students and is rude. You'll never connect with this one.

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BIOBI
Dec 26, 2006

OMG--the class started with almost 40 people. After test 2 which most people got less than 60% tons of students quit. I should have, I stuck and got a D! There were about 12 us left and we work real hard, but she didn't care a bit. Everyone I talked to got a C, D, or F. She won't teach you enough to make it worth it. Avoid her like plague!

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BIO100
Apr 3, 2007

Avoid her. She knows bio well, but seems to despise teaching, at least at this point in her career. Schneider is condescending and generally rude. In fact, I've only heard of one decent bio prof at QCC. If you can, wait until you transfer to take bio...the chem department at QCC is FAR better here.

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BIO101
Apr 23, 2007

she doesnt care.

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BIO101
May 18, 2007

No Comments

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BISUCS
Jun 28, 2007

Awful. Mean, inconsiderate person. More than half the class quit or failed. She doesn't teach well or how would you explain the low rate of success! Go to your conference, do your research, write a grant, but also learn how to teach well or shrug it off! I am sure that's what you'll do. Lazy and uncaring. Your not teaching! You r only gradin

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BIO201
Jun 8, 2007

She'll give you the best introduction to Biology, and let you know at the same time, if you have what it takes. You will know it at the end of the semester, if you've survived!

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BIO201
Aug 19, 2007

She is a tough professor,but she's straight to the point and likes her students to be inquisitive.Her test's are straight from the books and her notes, no surprises.If you show interest to the course she will defenitely help you out,if you don't, then pray that you pass on your own will,bcuz there are no freebees in this class.you earn wat u get.

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BIO201
Aug 29, 2007

She's a good teacher, but one of the most disrespectful & rude human beings around. She treats her students like sub standard people. Very arrogant. If she likes you - she will go out of her way. If she doesnt - then you are better off dropping her class. She thinks kids taking this class MUST all memorize the book inside out. I hated her.

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BIO201
Aug 29, 2007

No Comments

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BI201
Dec 28, 2007

I do not like to pre judge professors but I have nothing so say about this professor, only that she is one of the best.

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BI201
Dec 28, 2007

Students need to stop saying that this professor is hard or difficult. I had her twice and the very first day of class she told us that If you are not a science major to get out because you will not like me after grading. for those science majors it wasn't a problem but for those who were not failed. She is ok, but she warms you.

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BI201
Feb 24, 2008

she is terrible... for biology 101 she expects everybody to already know everything she does not teach she talks and do not make sense most of the time. and god forbid you ask a question, she makes you look stupid with her answers

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BIC35
May 9, 2008

she is very confusing, she gives you a lot of material in one class and do not spend enough time on the subjects. if you can`t answer something you are stupid, and god forbid you get into class late more than twice. she will hate you forever and do not allow you not even to ask questions without making you feel stupid. she is a nice lady and try to

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BIO101
Feb 28, 2008

She is tough.I am taking her now and I am struggling to keep up. I am a 3.5gpa student and her class is one of the factors leading me to drop my science major. If I could sum her overall attitude in one sentence it would be "life's tough, get use to it" She does teach the material correctly and is straightforward but you have to do a lot of studyin

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BI201
Aug 6, 2008

Dr. Schneider knows biology well, but she does not belong in academia...research suits her better. She is known to bully to faculty, staff, and students who do not properly engrace themselves to her. Her teaching style is extremely abrupt, and often rude. Although you will learn plenty from her, consider other professors instead.

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BIO202
Jun 7, 2008

OMG! Terrible! Not polite to all students. Unhappy with her style. She ruined the class for 90% who were smart enough to drop. She'll take your money and fail you! I heard about her, but did not know who was teaching. Warning! Not worth it.

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BI201
Oct 23, 2008

She is not a good teacher, but could be better at research.

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BI201
Dec 19, 2008

Had to be the worst Professor this school ever provided. It is clearly obvious she does not like students so why does she bother to teach? She insults you for every mistake and it makes you feel like hitting her. I urge you to never take her!!!

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BI201
Nov 12, 2008

Terrible. Computers in lab sucked.

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BI202
Mar 1, 2009

Wow i can not believe most of these comments! She is a little rough around the edges but she is a good prof if she c's that ur trying she will mos def be an even better prof too u! Bio 201&202 are very hard class and most people drop the class u need 2 work hard from the 1st day 2the last! trust me in the end she asked me to do reseach! i luv her

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BIO201
May 19, 2009

Dr, Schneider is a smart professor, yet the way she teaches is not clear. She writes notes all over the board. She knows her stuff, it's just that she can't explain it well to the students. The tests are hard, you have to read, her notes aren't clear. If you want a great professor it's only Dr. Gadura. They should take lessons from her.

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BI201
Jul 1, 2010

Schneider has a nasty attitude. However, I feel that her material was easy. I think many students get intimidated by her because of her demeanor.At the end of the day you pay for the class and don't let her take your money. If you study, you can make it. If it wasn't for her attitude, she actually is good.

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BIO201
Aug 31, 2009

I really tried to like her. It is clearly evident she knows her stuff. She only goes over a fraction of the material she expects you to know on the tests. She insults the class openly. She has moments of caring about you but she seems to be long gone and completely jaded.

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BIO201
Nov 21, 2010

Avoid her class, She has been their too long.You would expect her teaching to be more organized. Her attitude is distasteful, but who cares.It upsets me that people like her even have the honor to teach. Zero understanding of a simple human interaction. I quote " what you want me to say"?. "Common sense is not so common" -Voltaire :(

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BI201
Apr 16, 2011

Stay away from if you wan to learn biology... She spend 3 months one one little chapter and then skims really fast through the whole book in one month. Stay away, she dropped Fs on left and right

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BIO201
Oct 25, 2011

she explains so fast that is hard to keep up,u definitely need to read the book if you really want to understand what happened in class.her exams aren't exactly a piece of cake, but they not impossible to pass either.her quote "I'm not here to motivate anybody" & if this is ur 1st time taking bio don't take it during summer it's a living nightmare.

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BI201
Oct 30, 2011

I have taken this prof, and i must tell you that she is the worst. #1 worst prof, in the school. She may know biology well, but she doesn't know how to teach it to the class. Don't take bio with her, you will get an F. i studied with another bio prof, and got an A-; This prof, makes a subject even more harder as is.

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BIOD25
Nov 13, 2011

I am the 50th person to review this teacher and like the majority of people in here said she is a horrible teacher.You know those professors that get an attitude when you try to ask them to explain something? She's one of them. Also when going over the tests she doesn't even explain well.

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BIO201
Nov 17, 2011

The worst professor I've ever had. Disaster.Goes through lectures really fast, expects you to know everything before going to class, gives F's left and right, simply doesn't care and if you answer a question incorrectly she'll hit the back of her head on the blackboard behind her. Knows her stuff, but can't teach it. Only class I've ever dropped.

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BI201
Jan 24, 2012

There is nothing wrong with her notes, her lectures are actually easy to understand. Her exams are the actual problem,they are hard.Very few questions come from the textbook and the review book Q&A. Although the exam questions are from the notes, they are not directly related. She is intimidating, but will become encouraging if she sees you trying.

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BI201
Dec 21, 2011

SHE IS THE PERSON YOU SHOULD GO TO IF YOU ARE WILLING TO TAKE SCIENCE MAJOR......BECAUSE IT IS NOT AN EASY FIELD..

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BI201
Nov 20, 2012

She is not easy, but willing to help you if you show interest

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BI301
May 20, 2013

Please stay away from this professor unless you're looking for a real challenge in Biology. During an exam a student went to take out a pencil and she scolded him for the possibility for cheating. I believe shes one of the most smartest biology Professors out there, but like I said... take her if you want a challenge

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BI201
Jun 12, 2013

one of the greatest biology professors at QCC! her tests are not that hard if you answer what's on the syllabus. she will help you when she sees you trying. you must stop being lazy and read the textbook!! you expect to learn biology just by going to lectures?

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BI201
Jul 2, 2013

This professor definitely knows her stuff. What intimidates students the most about her is her brusk personality. She definitely keeps you on your toes but also praises those who study hard & do well in class. She has no patience for students who slack off & ask dumb questions. Tests arent hard at all (if you study!). She is a good teacher overall.

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BIO201
Jul 11, 2013

Sure take her if you want to fail and if you tolerate a nasty attitude early in the morning.

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GENERALBIO
Jul 12, 2013

Her attitude is not intimidating it's just RUDE. An A is impossible a B is what you'll get if you study your brains out, a C if you study study study a D/F if you just study. GOOD LUCK! 5/50 question on tests are always things not mentioned in text book or syllabus but mentioned for 1 sec. in lecture. 5 wrong is a 90. 50Q 50 min. & a monster in lab

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BIOLAB201
Oct 24, 2013

Shes a lil be rude when you ask non-sense questions, but overall very helpful if you are struglin or need help.You need to study for your tests.Everything she says is impotant.I learned a lot in that class LOVED it.If u study u ll get an A.

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BI201
Dec 21, 2013

Prof.Schneider,isnt hard/easy.if you want to pass her class, you must study and pay attention.some of her test questions arent from the book. another advice must read before you go to her class. her style of teaching is friendly, but she does care about her students.

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BI201
Grade: Drop/Withdrawal
Apr 26, 2014

do not take her... very mean and not a person to communicate with

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BI201
Grade: Drop/Withdrawal
May 18, 2014

She's not the worst professor I've had but she comes pretty close. Take her if you KNOW you're good at science and if you're the type of person to study for hours every single day because that's the only way you'll pass. Biology itself isn't easy but this professor really shows you how hard it is.

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BI201
Grade: D+
Jul 7, 2014

She is rude and mean, the hardest test in lecture and Lab, very little material from the book, only her difficult notes and she goes very fast, and you are responsible for a lot of material. If you want to fail BIO take her! The first time that I had to drop a class.

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BI201
Grade: B+
Dec 22, 2014

Dr. Schneider is amazingly knowledgeable in her field. She's a little rude but don't be afraid to approach her as she is helpful. She lectures fast as you are expected to study to pass. She makes you work for your grade. No curving and little extra credit. She treats you like an adult and has no time for nonsense and excuses. USE THE TEXTBOOK.

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BIO201
Jan 22, 2015

She is one the hardest professors. More than 80% of the students in lab and lecture will drop. She's extremely aggressive and expects everyone to be prepared prior to class. She's available during office hours and I only recommend that you go if you have thick skin and know the answers to questions that you have(pointless). I passed & so can YOU

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BIO201
Feb 17, 2015

Please AVOID !!! Take her if you want to FAIL ! She is so mean and rude. She is supposed to be a professor to teach, not to expect us to know every single thing. If we try to ask a question, she will make you feel stupid. She does not have any feelings. HARDCORE! Never had a professor like her. I am risking my GPA by taking her. I just need this.

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201
Grade: A+
Apr 2, 2015

this class is urgggggggggg. if you dont know bio dont take it. this professor makes it extra hard. she has tricky questions on test. she is aweful some questions you have never seen in your life. you will read and read and still fail.& omg lab?... that even worse......

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BI201
Grade: A
Feb 17, 2015

I honestly don't get some comments here because I think she is an amazing professor. Yes she is meanrude, but only when you're being rude to her. Don't expect her to not say anything when you're on your phone during class. Anyone would be pissed if they saw that. Anyway pay attention in lecture and write everything down. Khan academy helps A LOT.

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BIO201
May 19, 2015

If you want to fail biology then this is your teacher to take.i thought the other comments were just kids making excuses for not studying but this teacher is really horrible she will make you afraid to ask questions on things you dont understand which will be in her class. and she the chairmen so who u going to complain to

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201
Grade: Drop/Withdrawal
Apr 2, 2015

f you dont know bio dont take it. this professor makes it extra hard. she has tricky questions on test. she is aweful some questions you have never seen in your life. you will read and read and still fail.& omg lab?... that even worse..

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BIO201
Grade: B
Jul 3, 2015

She is very smart professor! but she is not good teach in class. She kinda rude with the students sometimes. my classmate were afraid to ask question in her class. she speak very fast. The good thing is that she writes on the board all the time, so you must take note. READ THE BOOK!! I don't recommend her. She is really smart but not good professor

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BI201
Grade: A
Jul 12, 2015

Read the textbook if you want to pass. She writes note on the board, so take notes. She can be harsh, but she is a great professor. College bio is not supposed to be easy. You have to work for your grade. She is very straightforward. Don't be afraid of her. STUDY!

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BI201
Dec 22, 2015

one of the worse professor in the world. She is every rude. if you ask her question, she will make you stupid. Her test is not relate to what she is teaching in the class. if you take class with her, you waste your time, energy, and money. I think she is mentally sick person who should being to street not in class room.

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201
Grade: B
Jul 24, 2015

Dr. Schneider has definitely been one of my toughest professors, but I am very thankful! The class was afraid to answer questions, but don't! She will respect you more if you show interest! Don't take this class if you aren't serious about your major. Felt great to finally understand things. Super knowledgeable and definitely funny when she's mad.

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BIO101
Grade: B-
Aug 10, 2016
Would take again

if you find the work so hard you cannot pass you should change your major to liberal arts... bio is not for you.

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BI201
Grade: C
Aug 27, 2016
Wouldn't take again

I am a bio major. I've taken previous bio classes. And I know a good professor. She is def one I do not recommend. She does make you feel stupid I've read and read and I got a C in the class. On my tests? I got 1 A and the rest bs . The lab ? Really tough grader but have never got a failing grade. I had to re take the class! Dif prof and I got a A

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BI201
Grade: C-
Nov 8, 2016
Wouldn't take again

she is so terrible. im not a bio major im a nutrition major. i need to pass bio to continue my nutrition program. this lady is a prof from hell. avoid you study and study and somehow still end up with a c. not easy course but the prof can make it easy if the material is explained well. which she does not do.

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BI201
Sep 21, 2016
Wouldn't take again

Terrible

Tough Grader
Skip class? You won't pass.
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BI201
Dec 1, 2016
Would take again

I personally like Prof, Schneider. She is very abrupt but she cares and she wants you to think. Bio is not for memorization, you have to understand the material and that is what she ultimately wants. I feel as though people judge her too much. it's college, you're going to get worse so grow up. She cares enough to tell you how it is.

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BI201
Nov 13, 2016
Wouldn't take again

Notes are every where, to pass you basically have to teach yourself and have lab help you

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BIO201
Grade: C
Jul 17, 2017
Wouldn't take again

Clearly brilliant, but teaching skills questionable. Talks down to students, aggravated if late. Material is tough especially if you don't have a background but passing is possible. Gives a lot of extra credit & workshop class required-but it replaces your lowest grade. Gives study guide with syllabus lecture tests multiple choice lab short answer

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BI201
May 18, 2017
Wouldn't take again

Rude. When you ask questions she yells at you for asking a question but tries to make it look like she's not yelling. She goes on and on. I did not learn anything throughout her class.

Tough Grader
Skip class? You won't pass.
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BI201
Nov 9, 2017
Wouldn't take again

SHE IS THE WORST PROFESSOR EVER

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BI201
Oct 31, 2017
Wouldn't take again

Do not take her.

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BIO201
Nov 13, 2017
Wouldn't take again

If you want to study your brains out and still fail.. take her. Her tests are impossible she purposely make all answers on the test sound like they could be right just to trick you. This professor wants students to fail no doubt in my mind.

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BI201
Grade: B+
Dec 5, 2017
Wouldn't take again

I'm a straight A student & I'm not even exaggerating one bit when I say this professor is the epitome of "tough grader" takes off points if your definitions, answers are not clear & concise to the core. She has an attitude, but does appreciate the students who put in work & give in their all to the class. However, I don't recommend. Avoid her.

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BI201
Mar 21, 2018
Wouldn't take again

She is the most tough prof I met for lab!!! PreLab quizzes are very tricky. Even the cheat sheet doesnt help! Its already be kinda good if pass 80 in exams. But my frds lab, its very easy to get 90! The difficulty of this prof and others is not at the same level! DO NOT TAKE THIS PROF!!!

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BI201LAB
Dec 20, 2017
Wouldn't take again

she is a very tough professor. her quizzes are difficult, no multiple choice, mostly short answer, and its never clear what to study for the quizzes. she is very impatient when someone does not get what to do and she calls people out and embarrasses them if they don't understand. she is a very tough grader on her quizzes, specifics matter a lot.

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BIO201
Nov 14, 2018
Wouldn't take again

Shes disgustingly rude, tests are extremely tough and not what she says they will be.... but shockingly she caring and will give you study tips and extra credit, she wants to see us pass but makes it nearly impossible to.

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BIO201
May 24, 2018
Wouldn't take again

She is truly awful. If you want y our GPA to go down then this is the professor to take. She makes you feel stupid when you asks questions or dont understand. You HAVE TO read the textbook if you only read it once youll fail. That textbook needs to be your best friend for you to pass. Just dont take this professor.

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BI201
Grade: Drop/Withdrawal
Dec 18, 2018
Wouldn't take again

Dont take her, I have no idea where she takes questions for her tests( very rude, dont waste your time, take another professor

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BI201
Grade: Drop/Withdrawal
Nov 19, 2018
Wouldn't take again

I took this professor for bi201 and this was the worst mistake I ever made. She talks back to you rudely if you dont know something and she will make you feel bad. Her lectures are hard to understand. Would not take this professor again.

Tough Grader
TEST HEAVY
LECTURE HEAVY
2.0
5.0
BI201
Grade: C
May 25, 2019
Wouldn't take again

I love biology. I hated being taught by this professor. She's a good person, even though she's impatient and quick to anger. She just wants her students to succeed. I think I failed almost every exam but was saved with a C because I had a good lab teacher. Lecture HEAVY, hard exams, don't take her if you want a good grade.

Skip class? You won't pass.
Lecture heavy
Tough grader
1.0
5.0
BIO201
Grade: D+
Feb 17, 2019
Wouldn't take again

I had her as my professor and I did not understand anything she was teaching. Biology is hard but Im retaking it now with a different professor and definitely understand more now than I did when she was teaching it last semester. The tests she gave were nothing that she taught in class. The textbook didnt help as well. I would avoid taking her!

Get ready to read
Skip class? You won't pass.
Tough grader
1.0
5.0
BI201
Grade: F
May 27, 2019
Wouldn't take again

this professor sets you up for failure. The worst professor I have encountered , so quick to get mad. if you want to fail take her. literally save yourself from her.

Skip class? You won't pass.
Test heavy
Tough grader
1.0
5.0
BIOL201
Grade: Rather not say
Nov 1, 2019
Wouldn't take again

cant even explain, how much i am regreting to took her class, worst professor everr, i will never take her and i will never suggest her, she is rude and not explain things well, and shout... my biggest nightmare.

Lots of homework
Skip class? You won't pass.
Tough grader
4.0
4.0
BI201
Grade: A+
Jun 21, 2019
Would take again

One of the best professors. To be honest, at first she seemed like a nightmare. But she's a really nice, though awkward, person. She appreciates when students try to get good grades in her class. If you're lazy and it shows in your grades, consider taking someone else. She scared 89% of my class last semseter. But she warms up on you. 9/10.

Gives good feedback
Participation matters
Caring
1.0
5.0
BIO201
Grade: Drop/Withdrawal
Mar 7, 2020
Wouldn't take again

The worst professor Ive ever had. Just like all the other reviews she is very rude, test are difficult, and you most likely have to learn the material yourself. Please for the love of god dont take her, there many other professors that are way better her. BIO201 is very difficult so please choose your prof wisely. Avoid her at all cost.

Get ready to read
Skip class? You won't pass.
Tough grader
1.0
5.0
BI201
Grade: Drop/Withdrawal
Jan 20, 2020
Wouldn't take again

Heartless. Avoid her. She got mad that me and some others were late. She never told us the room had two doors (one was locked). I also missed a 3 classes due illness and showed her documentation . I wanted to see if there was work needed to make up. Her response:"I DON'T CARE IF YOU HAD OPEN HEART SURGERY, YOU'RE GOING TO FAIL THIS CLASS"

1.0
5.0
BI201
Grade: Not sure yet
May 4, 2020
Wouldn't take again

just worst teacher dont do it smh

1.0
4.0
BI201
May 19, 2020
Wouldn't take again

Im sorry i love Biology but she is the worst teacher ever trust me if you see her name on who is teaching you i suggest you leave. Everyone is saying " oh its your fault xy and z" no its not your fault at all literally its hers she is an awful teacher half my class dipped as in withdraw leaving like 8 or so the test she gives does not relate.

Test heavy
Lecture heavy
Tough grader
4.0
4.0
BI201
Grade: A
Jun 3, 2020
Would take again

Professor Schneider makes you work. 5 exams and two extra credit or hw's. I feel like it was good to take three one-hour classes a week (Heard a 3-hour class was too heavy). Biology is itself a heavy class, dont blame the prof. You need to go over your notes before class, pay attention, catch up on notes, read the review for each chapter in thebook

Get ready to read
Skip class? You won't pass.
Hilarious
1.0
5.0
BIO301
Grade: D-
Dec 3, 2020
Wouldn't take again

Don't listen to the reviews that say you just need to pay attention or study. I studied everyday before her class and after and what happened in lab made no sense. She said I should study more even though throughout the week I consistently studied the material. She talks to you as if you've been doing biology for years. Don't take if you can avoid.

Skip class? You won't pass.
Beware of pop quizzes
Tough grader
2.0
3.0
BI201
Nov 19, 2020
Wouldn't take again

does not give out review sheets, extra credit or homework. Most of your grade is test so if you fail these test there is really no chance of bumping your grade. I personally prefer homework just so I have a chance to go over material and understand what i should know but this wasn't the case for this class

5.0
4.0
BIOL201
Grade: B
Dec 9, 2020
Would take again

Alright, Im here rating prof Schneider 5yrs post taking her class. Note to all whinners, a home which has an easy opening door is probably not the safest. Prof Schneider is prob the toughest at QC but one of THE FEW who will prepare you with independent surviving skills. In larger colleges you'll be stampede on, so independent survival is key.

Get ready to read
Participation matters
Tough grader
1.0
5.0
BIOLAB201
Grade: Not sure yet
Apr 14, 2021
Wouldn't take again

I currently have her, she's a nightmare. She snaps at you for any question even if it's bio related. She gives you 40 questions with 50 min and expects you to memorize labs and lectures word for word, if not she counts it as cheating. The extra credit work is not enough to help. I have an A in Lecture and i'm taking tutoring, its not enough to pass

Skip class? You won't pass.
Test heavy
Tough grader
1.0
5.0
BIO201
Dec 22, 2020
Wouldn't take again

If you want to get yelled at through a screen go ahead and take this class. Im telling you if you wanna have nightmares when youre sleeping every night before your exam, go ahead and take this class.

3.0
4.0
BIO201
Dec 18, 2021
Would take again

She is good a professor but get ready to read. She is the kind of professor that when she teaches you wont just get it and you will have to go study back at home. If you have any issues you could meet her at office hour.

Get ready to read
Participation matters
Lecture heavy
2.0
3.0
BI201
May 4, 2021
Wouldn't take again

Professor Schneider, as any professor, is very knowledgeable on the course. However, her style of teaching might not be for everybody. She teaches fast which is fine but she often gives an attitude when asked a question, I really hope she fixes this because she has a lot of potential. You can really get bored sometimes. Personally, I did fine.

2.0
3.0
BI201LAB
Grade: Audit/No Grade
Apr 8, 2022

Her handwriting isn't the best and asking her questions can be tough, has a little bit of attitude in her. I will say that she is a decent lab professor she goes through the experiments and checks up on each student. She gives out extra credit for things like putting away a microscope properly. She's not for most students. Her test are fair.

Tough grader
EXTRA CREDIT
4.0
4.0
BI201
Grade: B
Apr 5, 2022
Would take again

Im writing this review post bio201 circa 2014... everything about Dr. Schneider's "attitude" is accurate. She can be a bit snarky and impatient however, she does warm up to you. She wants to see her students succeed. If you build a relationship with her, you can use her for recommendations if you want to further your education (i.e med school).

Get ready to read
Inspirational
Lecture heavy
3.0
3.0
BI201LAB
Grade: A
Apr 19, 2022
Would take again

She may come off as 'rude' but she really does want nothing but the best for all of her students. She prepares you for transferring to a university and critical thinking skills. Her exams are straight forward if you study the labs, and the lab report is easy if you put the time in to get a good grade. A class if only hard if you don't study.

Tough grader
Caring
Respected
3.0
3.0
BIOLAB
Grade: C+
Jul 27, 2022
Would take again

I would've gotten a better grade if I took the other reviews seriously and memorize the labs to pass her quizzes with high scores. What kept me going was the 90 on my lab report, so I tried my hardest on the last quizzes. It was that point where I was really striving to get the credits because it's better than failing.

Tough grader
1.0
4.0
BI201
Grade: Audit/No Grade
May 26, 2022

She's a very hard grader and is very rude. I have personally seen how she yells at her students and I can say that it is unacceptable. Her classes are unorganized and not practical. Imagine she has 45 students who think just like me, if you want to take her class be ready to be yelled at and doubted. She does not encourage students' success.

Tough grader
Lecture heavy
Test heavy
1.0
5.0
BI201
Grade: B-
Jan 2, 2023

Her class was very difficult and test heavy. Not a organized lecturer but her syllabus was helpful when it came to studying.

Clear grading criteria
Test heavy
Graded by few things
2.0
4.0
BI201
Grade: C-
Dec 15, 2022

She is clear in lectures but she is very rude and will make you feel dumb for answering a question wrong, this doesn't help that she goes nuts when students don't answer her questions. Her exams are not too bad, but her attitude is what made me not want to recommend her to others, especially with a science course.

Get ready to read
Lecture heavy
Graded by few things
1.0
3.0
BI201
Grade: B
Nov 9, 2023

Makes students feel inferior and unintelligent and acts as though shes tired of teaching when no one wants to respond to an individual that feels as though they are better then them.

Get ready to read
Clear grading criteria
Lecture heavy
1.0
5.0
BI201
Grade: F
Mar 12, 2024

I failed 2 quizzes and she said to me that "I've lost all hope for you in my class!" I came out of class very depressed and lost my humanity.

Tough grader
Beware of pop quizzes
So many papers
5.0
2.0
BI201
Grade: A
Sep 29, 2024
Would take again

I was afraid before taking her class because of the comments here. She is a nice person, helpful and caring. When you have question about the lectures, she definitely will explain a few times. She will try her very best to help each student and prepare them for their future. When you are stuck in your lectures, go to her office and talk to her.

Inspirational
Caring
2.0
4.0
BI201
Grade: B+
Nov 7, 2024

Having her as a professor has to be one of the toughest challenges ever. She is not very clear with her lectures and when you ask for an explanation of something, she looks at you crazy and shows attitude as if she is trying to belittle you. This class can be easy if she explains what she is teaching but be sure to study if you decide to stay.

Tough grader
Lecture heavy
Test heavy
3.0
4.0
BI201
Grade: B-
Dec 19, 2024
Would take again

Schneider's class is challenging but engaging if you put in the effort. Her teaching style can be direct, but using resources like unstuck AI alongside the textbook helps balance her approach. Overall, the class is worthwhile for diligent students looking to learn.

3.0
5.0
BI201
Grade: B
Jan 13, 2025

Dr. Schneider is my lab professor. Her class isn't bad but isn't for everyone. She's a tough grader and expects you to be well-prepared. Make sure you can self-study before taking her class. If you preview the materials and understand her explanations, you'll do fine, but asking questions already covered might get uncomfortable responses from her.

Tough grader
Get ready to read
Participation matters
1.0
1.0
BI201LAB
Grade: Not sure yet
Apr 29, 2025

This professor is not a good professor at all! She constantly yells at students and says slick comments about them. When students try to ask her questions she often yells and asks them why they don't know the material. She doesn't teach well at all and expects you to know everything in the class. You do not want to take her class!

Tough grader
Participation matters
1.0
5.0
BI201LAB
May 10, 2025

Avoid! Don't waste your money or fafsa taking her class. She expects you to come into lab already knowing the answers... I'm so sorry I didn't listen to the reviews.

Test heavy
1.0
5.0
MICRO
Grade: Drop/Withdrawal
May 14, 2025

I would not recommend this Professor.

Tough grader
Test heavy
Graded by few things
4.0
4.0
BI201LAB
May 23, 2025
Would take again

If you hate working hard outside of class, Professor Schneider's class isn't for you. But if you're willing to put in the effort, you'll be totally fine.

1.0
5.0
MICRO
Grade: Drop/Withdrawal
May 28, 2025

This professor is horrible! I had to drop the class, How is it a professor that is paid to increase a students knowledge going to let the student knows blatantly that she is not looking at the work the student is trying to understand? She directed me to go to YouTube for answers. As an adult student I was left feeling small and unaccomplished.

Get ready to read
Participation matters
Lecture heavy
1.0
5.0
MICRO
Grade: Drop/Withdrawal
May 29, 2025

The worst decision I made was taking this class especially for lab. Yes it a hard course yet she makes the class harder than it had to be with her approach towards students. Asked her questions seemed annoyed and also said YouTube it. No clear guidance or direction. Save your time and money please.

Tough grader
Test heavy
Graded by few things
1.0
5.0
MICRO
Grade: Drop/Withdrawal
Jun 5, 2025

DON'T DO IT. Please save your time, energy, and money. Save yourself.

Tough grader
Test heavy
Graded by few things
1.0
5.0
BI201
Grade: Not sure yet
Nov 18, 2025

rolls her eyes at every question whether its procedural or content and openly insults her students. huge ego problem and probably only still here due to tenure. dont take her. also discussed a student's private accomodations info in front of us w a coworker, which HAS to be illegal.

Tough grader
1.0
5.0
BI201LAB
Grade: Rather not say
Dec 4, 2025

She YELLS at students, like screams in their faces! Thats my entire review! Screams at students on a regular basis for absolutely no reason. Also her grading is something, this class should be an easy A if you studied, but no matter how correct your answer is, she'll find a way to take off 2 points here/there until you're at 70%. Waste of time!

Tough grader
1.0
5.0
BI201
Grade: B+
Dec 16, 2025

After first exam, realized her slides and teaching were useless. She gets mad in lecture if u can't comprehend/ask questions. If u ask questions that seem obvious to her she gets frustrated, if u do not ask questions she tries get through as much material to "force" it on you. Avoid this class at all costs, you will ruin your grade/switch majors

Participation matters
Test heavy
1.0
3.0
BI201LAB
Grade: Drop/Withdrawal
Dec 17, 2025

Truly awful. Often times incoherent and just such a nasty demeanor. Was always respectful but that didn't help with her miserable attitude. Every single student in my class including me was met with nasty responses and snide remarks. Drop the class.

2.0
4.0
BI201LAB
Grade: D
Dec 19, 2025

She was confusing and sometimes it look like she didn't know what to do and what she teach wasn't on the test, it other topic she didn't cover or just pass so fast, and she was always mad and asking for help, she will get mad

So many papers
Graded by few things
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